Next-gen transportation firm to test ‘seaglider’ vehicle in region

TAMPA — REGENT, a next-generation transportation company that has won $9 million in seed funding from prominent investors such as Mark Cuban and Peter Thiel, will test its seaglider vehicle in Tampa in the first quarter of 2022.

The all-electric seaglider, according to a news release, can transport commercial passengers and critical cargo up to 180 miles at speeds of nearly 180 miles per hour. It combines the speed, comfort and navigation systems of an aircraft with the convenience, maneuverability and affordability of a boat, according to a statement. REGENT will test the vehicle in Tampa and other cities before launching it for commercial service in 2025.