Swyft Cities has developed a revolutionary transit concept called Whoosh that combines the benefits of gondolas with autonomous vehicles to create a flexible, efficient transit solution for short urban trips.
• Not a traditional gondola but an autonomous vehicle system using overhead cables
• Vehicles operate independently, picking up passengers at ground level and traveling directly to destinations without intermediate stops
• Costs approximately $5-20 million per mile compared to billions for light rail
• Developed while solving mobility challenges for Google's corporate campuses
• Fills the transit gap between bus capacity (1,200 passengers/hour) and light rail (8,000+ passengers/hour)
• Perfect for 1-5 mile trips which represent 50-55% of all daily travel
• Modular design allows systems to start small (3-4 stations) and expand incrementally
• Can be constructed quickly with first operational systems expected by 2027
• Works best in commercial corridors, entertainment districts, and medium-density areas
• Enables development of walkable, mixed-use districts without car dependency
If you're interested in learning more about Swyft Cities and the Whoosh system, visit swyftcities.com or find them on social media platforms X, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
