Hitachi Energy signs deal to develop electrical infrastructure for Eve's 'flying car'

This is the first partnership that Eve, which is controlled by Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer EMBJ3.SA, has signed for charging infrastructure for its aircraft.

"The power has to be there from day one. Otherwise, we can't fly; we can't take off," Luiz Mauad, Eve's vice president of customer services, told reporters at the event announcing the deal.

Hitachi Energy will adapt its technology for electric vehicle fleet charging to meet the specific requirements of eVTOLs, said Glauco Freitas, the firm's Brazil head.

Eve's aircraft are currently undergoing flight testing, with certification expected in 2028; the firm has already attracted 2,700 pre-orders worldwide.

Hitachi Energy and Eve EVEX.N have formed a partnership to jointly develop the power infrastructure needed for Eve's "flying car," or electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle, the companies said on Friday.

Under the memorandum of understanding, Eve and the energy unit of Japanese conglomerate Hitachi 6501.T will work together on the charging apparatus for the aircraft.