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We’ve reported on the MDI Air Cars on several occasions here at TheGreenCarWebsite.co.uk, but those who thought they were the stuff of fantasy should think again as the vehicle has once again made an appearance at the .

The MDI is a three-seat vehicle that runs on compressed air and was originally displayed last autumn. It has a range of 137 miles on a 46-gallon tank and will be priced around $7,500 when it rolls off the production line in the next two years.

What makes this vehicle unique of course is that it doesn’t rely on electricity or hydrogen to fulfil its claim of being a “zero emission” car – instead it uses air. However, much of this air would be produced from the energy from coal or gas fired power plans unless more renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro and geothermal powers can be used. The compressors could then use this “clean air” to fill the AirPod and drivers could claim to have zero impact on the environment.

No official release information has yet been announced, but the MDI Airpod is expected to be rolled out in select European cities where high speeds are not an issue within 24 months.

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Author: Paul Lucas, March 9, 2009
Filed under: Green cars,Latest news

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“Production within 24 months” is the same status the various MDI aircars have had since being announced in 2000. And again in 2001, and in 2002, 2005, etc.

MDI has never let an independent party such as an auto magazine ever test drive their car to verify such basic performance such as operating range, top speed, etc.

Nothing has changed. Still vaporware.

Comment by Charlie — March 9, 2009 @ 6:09 am

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