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Learn MoreCalifornian start-up Aptera has debuted what it claims to be the first production-ready solar electric vehicle that doesn't need to be plugged in for day-to-day driving, developed with help from Pininfarina.
This is the second go-round at making a solar electric vehicle for Aptera, which was founded in 2006 before running out of money and liquidating in 2011. The car is on show at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) The original founders – Anthony and Steven Fambro – relaunched the company in 2019.
The 400-mile figure is supplemented by solar panels covering the car, a proprietary design which Aptera says it is currently filing several patents for. Aptera claims the electricity harvested by the solar panels provides up to 40 miles of range per day, or up to 10,000 miles per year, in sunny regions.
Still, since the average American's commute is around 30 miles, the Aptera's solar power should be more than enough to propel owners to run daily errands. If parked outside, the car can regain some energy while you're shopping. "All you've got to do is leave this out in the sun," Anthony explained.
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