Aptera Solar Car To Go into Production

Solar Car Going into Production






                                    Source:  Aptera 

Long Range, Relatively Inexpensive & Revolutionary

California-based startup Aptera is bringing into production a revolutionary, 3-wheel, solar-powered electric car with very long range and the potential, according to some automotive experts, to create a new industry.  Here are the pertinent facts:

  • Aptera's solar-powered, 3-wheel EV, called Launch Edition, delivers 400 miles on a single charge with its initial, 42 kwh battery
  • Some automotive experts believe this 3-wheel car is such an innovative breakthrough vehicle, that it will create a brand new automotive genre and industry
  • Relatively inexpensive at $33,200 and is expected to attract young consumers and people on a limited budget as big buyers
  • Claims to be the world's most efficient solar electric vehicle
  • Equipped with DC fast charging that will roll-out at 40 to 60 kWh of DC fast charging and then a 100 kWh version
  • Aptera is developing a 1,000 mile range version
  • Solar cells on the car's body provide 40 miles of extra range a day
  • Charging system will work with Tesla Supercharge Network
  • Production to start at the end of 2023
  • Highly aerodynamic vehicle with e-motors integrated in all 3-wheels
  • Top speed of 101 mph and goes 0 to 60 mph in 4 seconds
  • Minimalist, 2 seat interior with steering yoke and center touchscreen with most of the controls along with some switches under the screen
  • Carbon fiber molded body by Italian manufacturer for Ferrari & Maserati
  • 47,000 vehicles ordered, resulting in a revenue stream of $1.4B
  • Relatively inexpensive at $33,200 

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