Suzuki Invests Further in Flying Car Startup SkyDrive
Japanese Automaker Aims for Sustainable Mobility Future
Japanese auto manufacturer **Suzuki Motor Corporation** is increasing its investment in SkyDrive Inc., signaling a deeper commitment to the development of flying car technology and a future of advanced mobility solutions.
SkyDrive Collaboration
**Suzuki** has been collaborating with SkyDrive since March 2022, particularly focusing on expanding into foreign markets such as India. SkyDrive is known for its development of the SkyDrive SD-05, a cutting-edge flying car. The deepened partnership is intended to advance both business and technology, according to **Suzuki’s** official statement.
“Through this additional investment, **Suzuki** wants to deepen business and technology collaboration with Skydrive to realize a sustainable and safe future mobility,”—**Suzuki Motor Corporation**, Official Statement
In a move highlighting the growing market for advanced air mobility, the global flying car market is projected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2040 (Morgan Stanley Research).
Production Underway
The production of the SD-05 flying car has already commenced in Iwata, Shizuoka Prefecture. Sky Works Inc., a subsidiary of SkyDrive, is utilizing **Suzuki Group’s** facilities for manufacturing. The first rivet installation ceremony on March 6, 2025, marked a significant milestone, with **SkyDrive CEO Tomohiro Fukuzawa** and **President Toshihiro Suzuki** in attendance.
Public Debut and Initial Orders
The SkyDrive SD-05 made its first public flight on April 9, 2025, at the Media Day event for the Osaka 2025 Expo, capturing global attention. Furthermore, Jetsetgo, a major private jet operator in India, has placed an initial order of 50 flying cars to enhance future operations.
The SkyDrive SD-05 is expected to be utilized at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
“In addition to the aircraft used at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, the aircraft to be sold to customers will be produced at this factory,”—Suzuki, Official Release
