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Powering cars with solar energy with Steve Fambro of Aptera Motors (2023)
Feb 15, 2024
39:50
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Steve Fambro, co-founder of Aptera Motors, shares how solar energy is revolutionizing the automobile industry. He discusses the innovative design and features of their solar-powered car, the Aptera, including its ability to run up to 40 miles on a solar charge. Fambro explains the decision to integrate solar panels into electric vehicles, providing approximately 11,000 miles of free charge per year. The podcast also explores the efficiency, design, and functionality of the car, including electronic doors and ample cargo space.
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- Aptera Motors has relaunched with a revolutionary solar-powered car that offers up to 40 miles of range per day, prioritizing aerodynamics and efficiency in its design.
- The Aptera demonstrates how solar technology can be effectively integrated into electric vehicles, reducing the need for frequent charging and pushing the boundaries of range in the race for sustainable transportation options.
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Aptera: The Solar-Powered Car of the Future
Aptera Motors has relaunched with its revolutionary solar-powered car. The Aptera is a two-seater vehicle with a carbon fiber body, designed with aerodynamics and efficiency in mind. It features solar panels that can provide up to 40 miles of range per day, making it ideal for daily commutes. The vehicle's lightweight composite materials and low drag design contribute to its exceptional efficiency. Aptera aims to offer solar mobility and freedom to its customers, allowing them to drive without being encumbered by charging cords or high electricity costs. With over $1.6 billion worth of reservations, the company is planning to deliver its first vehicles within the next nine to 12 months.
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