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Hydrogen eVTOL Developer LuftCar Joins Virginia's 757 Accelerate

LuftCar Hydrogen eVTOL
LuftCar Hydrogen eVTOL

LuftCar is proud to announce its selection to join Cohort 7 of 757 Accelerate, a prestigious startup accelerator program based in Virginia. This achievement marks a significant milestone in LuftCar's mission to revolutionize air mobility and bring its vision of sustainable and efficient transportation to life.



LuftCar is an innovative company developing autonomous air and road mobility vehicles powered by clean hydrogen technology. The company aims to create modular, eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) vehicles that can transition seamlessly between air and road travel, offering versatile and sustainable transportation solutions. LuftCar's hydrogen-powered vehicles are designed to be used in various applications, including emergency response, military logistics, and urban air mobility, making them a key player in the future of sustainable transportation.


757 Accelerate is a selective startup accelerator based in Virginia that provides early-stage companies with the resources, mentorship, and connections they need to scale successfully. The program offers a 12-week intensive curriculum, access to a robust network of mentors, and $20,000 in equity-free funding. The accelerator aims to accelerate the growth of high-potential startups, positioning them for success in the market.


The team at LuftCar, led by CEO and Founder Santh Sathya, is committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation in the field of autonomous air and road mobility. Santh Sathya, who has extensive experience in hydrogen fuel cell technology and has been instrumental in developing 300 hydrogen fuel cell cars for Ford Motor Company, brings a wealth of expertise to the company's leadership. He is supported by key team members, including Tiffany Nesbit, VP of Engineering, who has over 30 years of experience in aerospace and defense, and George Likourezos, VP of Growth Strategy, with a background in intellectual property and strategic patent portfolio development.


Being part of 757 Accelerate will provide LuftCar with invaluable resources, mentorship, and opportunities to further its mission of transforming the future of transportation. The program will allow LuftCar to collaborate with industry leaders, connect with fellow entrepreneurs, and continue developing groundbreaking solutions.


LuftCar is eager to leverage this incredible opportunity provided by the 757 Accelerate team and is excited to embark on this journey. Stay tuned for more updates as LuftCar makes the most of this exciting experience!


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