Hovercrafts have been a cool idea for decades, but still haven't quite made it into the mainstream for some reason.
As far back as Back To The Future, many have seen them in movies, and many of us have wondered what it would be like to hover above the surface of water or land and travel at high speeds. There's likely some kind of superhero complex associated with our fascination.
This list outlines a variety of hovercrafts ranging from cutting edge to makeshift. One of the most impressive hovercrafts is the Mercier-Jones Hovercraft, which is designed like a sports car. It's the kind of high performance vehicle that Batman would probably drive.
You can even get personal hovercrafts for recreational use.
21 Levitating Hovercrafts
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The Hover Bike
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Hardcore Hoverbikes
Chris Malloy Wants to Change the World of Alternative Vehicle Options
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Amphibious All-Terrain Autos
Volkswagen Aqua Will Cope with the Changing Chinese Landscape
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Levitating Scooters
Fly High With This Awesome Hover-Mobile
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Exoskeleton Vehicles
The Human-Powered Audi Exo Concept by Andrea Mocellin
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Personal UFOs
Moller M200G Hovercraft to Begin Production
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Flying Hovercrafts
Rudy Heeman Builds World's First Airborne Boat
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Versatile Aquatic Vehicles
The Hammacher Schlemmer 'Flying Hovercraft' is for Air and Water
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Levitating Magnet Automobiles
The Nissan 400C Floats Like a Cloud (or a Hovercraft)
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Hovering Air Craft
X-Hawk VTOL
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Flying Hovercraft Auctions (UPDATE)
Rudy Heeman Puts Invention Up for Sale
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Floating Concept Cars
The Volkswagen Aqua Curvy Hovercraft is an All-Pupose Vehicle
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Solar Powered Hovercrafts
The 'Airflow' Hovercraft is the Future Transportation for Helsinki
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Futuristic Tri-Wheel Hovercrafts
The Thrustcycle SRT is a Stunning Concept Vehicle
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Futuristic Hovercraft Cars
Dobbertin HydroCar is an Evolutionary Automobile
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Alternate Vigilante Vehicles
Andy MacDonald Depicts Ghost Rider on Anything but a Motorcycle
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Personal Hovercrafts
The Air Board is like Skateboarding, But on Air
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Fierce Futuristic Hovercrafts
The Mercier-Jones Hovercraft is a Speedboat-Inspired Machine
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Flying Saucer to be Developed as Surveillance Drone
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Leisure Hovercraft
Hov Pod
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Hovering Santa Rides
The Hova-Sleigh Brings Saint Nick into the 21st Century
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The 'Cyrusher Ripple' Can Sprint Across Snow At 50 Km/h
Hydrogen-Powered Hypersonic Airplanes
The SKY Magnetar Travels at Five-Times the Speed of Sound
Plane-Inspired Vehicle Designs
This Mercedes-Benz Concept Vehicle by Al Yasid Balances Aesthetics
Affordable Inflatable Hydrofoil Boards
The Fliteboard 'Flite AIR' Offers 45-Minutes of Riding
Futuristic Single-Seater Bikes
The Canyon Future Mobility Concept Has a Carbon Fiber Shell
Two-in-One Kids Scooter Designs
This Children's Electric Scooter Concept is Adjustable
Extreme Environment Yacht Designs
The 75ft Explorer Sailing Yacht by Harry Miesbauer is Elegant
Multifunctional Transport Buses
The Bubblic Public Imagines the Future of Public Transit
Modular Monowheel Hoverboards
The Conceptual 'NAO.WHEEL' Works in a Variety of Orientations
Brick-Based Aviation Jet Sets
The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird is Transformed to a LEGO Set
Seafaring Camping Trailers
The SealVans Amphibious Caravan Easily Travels on Land and Sea
Hyper-Luxury Submersible Superyachts
The Migaloo M5 Superyacht is Projected to Cost $2-Billion
Cutting-Edge Electric Scooters
Flash Motor is Launching the Infinity X Hyper Scooter
Expanding Off-Grid Electric RVs
The Electric Transformer House is Sustainable and Luxurious
Multi-Person Scooter Designs
The Conceptual 'Hop' Scooter Platform Imagines a New Commuter Option
Autonomous Amphibious Vehicle Designs
The CROSSER V1 by Bernardo Pereira is for Coastal Cities
Tech-Packed Yacht Concepts
The 'Hype-R' Concept Yacht by Davide Benaglia Measures in at 220-Feet
Branded Action Camera Go-Karts
The Conceptual GoPro GoKart by Sean Gao Captures the Action
Art Deco Self-Driving Vans
The Tesla Robovan Has a Sleek, Train-Like Design with Space for 20
Utilitarian Cargo-Hauling Scooters
The 'Scootility' Electric Scooter Offers Ample Storage Space
Multifunctional Hybrid Electric Bikes
YU ID Presents the Versatile Electric Mobility Bike
Two-Wheeled EV Concepts
The 'SHANE' Two-Wheeled Electric Car Concept Has Space for Five
Futuristic Portable Pods
This Ventilated Pod is Designed For a Multitude Of Applications
Flying Car Concepts
Alef Aeronautics Comes Closer to Making Flying Cars a Reality with Model-A
Hydrodynamic Avian-Inspired Yachts
The WAKINYAN Catamaran Yacht by Aras Kazar is All-Electric
Folding Electric Catamarans
The IZIBoat Collapses Down When Not in Use for Easy Towing
Propellerless Boat Motors
This Motor Uses An Undulating Membrane Inspired By Dolphins & Jellyfish
Luxe Submersive Superyachts
Migaloo Unveils a New Giant Migaloo M5 Superyacht Design
Tadpole-Shaped Three-Wheelers
This Three-Wheeled Car Boasts a Low Center Of Gravity
Shapeshifting Electric Motorbikes
The Conceptual Sony x Honda E-Volve by Jennifer Ellison is Sleek
Retro-Futuristic Sports Cars
The DeLorean Cyberpunk Concept by Loïc Chauvin is 80s-Inspired
Scooter-Style Pump Foil Boards
The 'Foil Scoot' Offers a Great Way to Safely Learn and Glide
Superhero-Inspired Automobiles
Midjourney Boasts a Slew of AI-Generated Car Designs
Four-Wheeled Hybrid Bike Designs
The Karver Cyle Concept K1 by Kip Kubisz is Performance-Driven
Shapeshifting Electric Rickshaw Scooters
The Surge S32 Has an Interchangeable Body Frame
Emissions-Free Electric Leisure Boats
The GoSun Elcat Solar Electric Boat Has a 1.3kWh Motor
Sleek Electric Concept Vehicles
The Hyundai Concept Luxe Sedan Has Extra Seating in the Boot
Luxe Electric Hydrofoil Yachts
BMW and TYDE Work Together on THE ICON Watercraft Yacht
Supersonic Aircraft-Inspired EVs
The Conceptual Concorde 20+ Features Aviation Inspiration
Sustainable Multi-Person Scooters
Of My Imagination Designs the Hop Vehicle for Urban Spaces
Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts
The Citroën Above and Under by Sangheon Chung is Transformative
Revolutionary eVTOL Air Taxis
This Craft is Designed For Short-Haul Aerial Journeys
Interplanetary Exploration Vehicle Concepts
The Toyota Baby Lunar Cruiser Features In-Wheel Motors
Hyper-Detailed Superhero Toys
Hot Toys The Flash Batman and Batcycle Arrive Next Year
Luxurious Electric Motorboats
Maserati Introduces the New Tridente Electric Powerboat
Stealthy Hero-Inspired Clogs
The New Batmobile Crocs has a Dynamic Silhouette
Sleek Superyacht-Like Catamarans
The McConaghy MC115 Catamaran Has a Multihull Design
Luxury Collaboration Hydrofoil Boats
The Candela C-8 Polestar Edition Boat Will Arrive in Q2 2024
All-Electric Towed Trailers
The Lightship L1 Trailer is Battery-Powered and has a Minimal Design
Hypersonic Launch Vehicles
The 'HASTE' System Can Boost Vehicles Beyond Mach 5 Speeds
Biotech-Informed Surfboard Designs
The BATTBOARD Electric Surfboard is Ready for the Water
Superyacht-Inspired EV Concepts
The Acura Performance EV Concept Shows Off an Ultra-Modern Form
70s-Style Race Cars
The Hyundai N Vision 74 is Expected to Jump from Concept to Real Life
Sci-Fi-Inspired Yacht Concepts
This 275-Foot Superyacht Is Inspired by Star Trek’s USS Enterprise
Motorcycle-Inspired Watercraft
The Searider Searacer is a Personal, All-Electric Solution
Luxury Off-Road Electric SUVs
The Range Rover Electric Prototype Has a New Traction Control System
Eco-Friendly Stratospheric Aircrafts
Sceye HAPS is Helium-Filled and Suited for a Range of Tasks
Sustainable Yacht Tender Boats
The Falcon E8 All-Electric Superyacht Tender is Easy to Board
Snazzy Electric Mobility Scooters
The 'Tectus' is Designed to Transport Seniors In Safety & Style
Eco-Friendly Superyacht Tenders
The EJET 4X Tender is Powered by a 60kW Electric Motor
Intuitive Underwater Scuba Scooters
The Surando Underwater Scooter Fits Neatly into a Backpack
High-Performance Motorcycle-Like eBikes
The 'Xyber' from Segway is a Fast, High-Torque eBike
Modular Electric Surfboards
The 'Canvas' Surfboard is Stylish, Speedy and Easily Transportable
Bold High-Tech Roadsters
The Chrysler Halcyon Concept is Electric and Fully Autonomous
Family-Friendly Hypercar Concepts
The Porsche Mission S Concept by Zhe Huang is Spacious
Electric Car Chassis Platforms
The 'Super Board' Reduces the Development Time Of Electric Vehicles
AI-Powered Hybrid-Electric Catamarans
Rossinavi Recently Introduced the M/Y Seawolf X
Folding Wing eVTOL Vehicles
This eVTOL Concept Design by Karina Gotseva is Aerodynamic
Dual-Motor Underwater Scooters
The Sublue Navbow Underwater Scooter Offers 75-Minutes of Use
Race Car-Inspired Electric Scooters
The LAVOIE Series 1 is inspired by the McLaren F1
Riproaring Electric Vans
The 'Ford Supervan 4.2' is Designed For Uphill Racing Performance
Humongous Hydrofoil Luxury Yachts
The 'Open' Yacht Offers Futuristic Water-Cruising Capabilities
All-Electric Lifestyle Pontoon Boats
Godfrey Mighty G Electric Pontoon Boat Comes in Two Models
Hybridized Electric Longboards
The 'Velocity Etch' Offers the Maneuverability Of a Skateboard
Oddball Penny-Farthing Bikes
This High-Wheel Bike Features a Motor and Battery
Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
The 'Trekker' Concept Vehicle is Imagined for Urbanites in 2030
Emissions-Free Sport Boats
The Arc Sport Electric Wake Boat Has a 570-Horsepower Motor
Mobile Motorized Inflatable Watercraft
The GoBoat 2.0 is Inflatable for Easy Portability
DIY Portable Electric Campers
Designer Quiet Nerd Creates a Unique New Electric Camper
Emissions-Free eVTOL Aircraft
This Aircraft Will Utilize a Liquid Hydrogen Powertrain
Baby-Friendly Motorized Boats
Little Tikes' Motorized Cozy Coupe Baby Boat is Water-Safe
Hydrogen-Powered Superyacht Models
Feadship Unveils the Project 821 Hydrogen Superyacht
Luxurious Recreational Electric Boats
The 'R30' is Designed For Consummately Comfortable Cruising
Luxury Hoverboard NFTs
Lexus is Engaging Next-Gen Collectors, Drivers & Luxury Consumers
Customizable Luxurious Superboats
Mayla Yacht Prepares to Fully Introduce a GT Superboat
Hydrogen-Powered Concept Vehicles
Yamaha Unveils its Hydrogen-Powered Golf Cart, the 'Drive H2'
Sportscar-Inspired Electric Boats
Porsche and Frauscher Shipyard Join to Design the Fantom Air
Electric Luxe Concept Vehicles
Porsche Unveils a Look at the New Mission X Concept Hypercar
Fun-Filled Inflatable Boards
The 'Adventure Board' is Designed For Versatile Outdoor Enjoyment
Sleek Superhero Sports Cars
The Pininfarina B95 Gotham Will Be at Monterey Car Week
Shell-Like Premium Speed Boats
Pierpaolo Lazzarini Designs the Jet Capsule Super Sport
Accessible Space Travel Systems
This Space Elevator Concept by Jordan William Hughes is Wondrous
Single-Wheeled Modular Concepts
Nao.Design Creates the NAO.WHEEL Transport Concept
Waist-Worn Underwater Thrusters
The 'Seakool D2' Allows For Sped-Up Underwater Exploring
Three-in-One Aquatic Vessels
The Decathlon X Outercraft HydroBike Prioritizes Adaptability
Range-Roving Electric Aircrafts
The 'Heart X1' Demonstrator Craft Can Take Off From Small Runways
Electric Motorized Surfboards
E-Bike Brand Cyrusher Debuted an Electric Surfboard with 10kW Motor
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Speedy Hydrofoil Water Taxis
The Artemis EF-12 Escape Offers Luxury Rides on the Water
Amphibious VTOL Drones
The 'VT-Naut' Craft Can Make Safe Landings On Water
Multifunctional Personal Mobility Devices
The Modi Fuses a Skateboard, Scooter, and Hoverboard
Electric Sporty Vehicle Concepts
Caterham Unveils a Look at the New Conceptual Project V
Superhero-Themed Hypercar Capsules
Pininfarina Unveils a New Batman-Inspired Hypercar Collection
Six-Wheel Drive Concept EVs
The Land AIrcraft Carrier by XPENG AEROHY is Made for Exploration
Hydrofoil Technology Electric Boats
Vessev Introduces the Impressive VS-9 Electric Boat
Weatherized Winter Concept Vehicles
Genesis Presents the Striking X Snow Speedium Concept
Luxurious Superyacht Airship Concepts
Lazzarini Design Studio Presents the Colossea Superyacht
Flying Umbrella Prototypes
This Hands-Free Device Hovers Above You to Protect From the Rain
Electrified Supercar Concepts
Nissan Showcased the Hyper Force Concept Car at Japan Mobility Show
All Terrain Electric Skis
Skwheel One Travels Up to 50 Mph on Snow, Sand, and More
Organically Contoured Superyachts
The Arc Superyacht Boasts a Minimal Modern Design Language
Heavy-Duty Hybrid Drones
This Drone Can Hit Ludicrous Speeds and Cope With Bad Weather Conditions
Range-Roving Electric Hydrofoils
The 'SpiritBARTech35EF' Boasts a Range Of 185 Kilometers
Levitating Firefighting Robots
This Prototype Robot Can Blast Water From a Safe Distance
Luxe Eco-Conscious Spacious Yachts
Mask Architects Creates the New ONYX H2-BO 85 Yacht
Electrified Retro Sports Cars
The 'Caterham EV Seven' Will Feature An All-Electric Powertrain
Optimized Electric Watercrafts
Taiga Debuts the Orca Performance to Redefine Electric Watercraft
Heavy-Lifting Unmanned Helicopters
Kawasaki's 'K-Racer XI' Can Haul 100 Kilograms Of Cargo
Modular Electric Surfboard Models
The Cyclemate Electric Surfboard Has a Durable Build
Easily Piloted Electric VTOLs
The 'MC One' is Designed to be Flown With Minimal Training
Hydrogen-Powered Campervan Concepts
The 'Gen 2 LCV' Concept Would Offer Zero-Emissions Van Life
Updated Air Taxi Designs
Hyundai Unveils the New Elevated S-A2 Air Taxi During CES
Research-Centric Hydrogen Motorcycles
This Open-Source Two-Wheeler Aims to Encourage Innovation
Zero-Emissions Hypersonic Jets
The Venus Aerospace Stargazer Hypersonic Aircraft Concept is Sleek
Public Flying Air-Taxis
The Public eVTOL Design Project by Joowon Lee Readies for Urban Spaces
Powerful All-Electric Solar Trailers
Living Vehicle Designs the 2024 HD Trailer on Solar Power
Epochal Electric VTOLs
Joby Aviation's eVTOL Prototype Could Help Democratize Aerial Commuting
Hydrofoiling Electric Boats
Navier's 'N30' Boat Promises Eco-Friendly Waterway Transportation
Superhero-Inspired Water Vessels
T3MP3ST & Wayne Enterprises Create the Maverick GT Stormy Knight
Shareable Autonomous Vehicle Designs
The Tesla Cybercab Has No Steering Wheel or Pedals
Supercar-Inspired Submersibles
The U-Boat Worx Super Sub is Designed with a Long Tail
Cybertruck-Inspired Electric Scooters
The New Infinite Machine P1 Bike is Defined by Geometry
Autonomous Undersea Vehicles
Boeing's 'XLUUV' is the Biggest Autonomous Submarine Ever Built
Water-Mapping Autonomous Boats
This Boat Can Carry Out Accurate Surveys Of Underwater Terrain
Modular Aquatic Scooter Designs
The LEFEET P1 Can Be Held or Attached to a Surfboard
Sight-Seeing Hot Tubs
Chicago Electric Boat Company Added 6-Person Floating Hot Tubs to Its Fleet
Hydrogen-Electric Racecars
The ACO and H24Project Unveiled 'MissionH24,' an Eco-Friendly Supercar
Two-Wheeled Surfing-Inspired Skateboards
The 'SEASKATE' Surf Skateboard Has Spring-Loaded Casters
Toy Car Aerodynamic Systems
The Miniature Wind Tunnel to Show Off Toy Car Collections
AI-Powered Sail Systems
The 'FastRig' System Allows For Efficient Use Of Wind Power