DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Marya nne Kane DRIVING ON SUNSHINE WITH NO RE-CHARGING Source: Aptera California-based Aptera is revolutionizing the EV industry with its solar-powered electric car. Here are some key facts: As long as the Sun is shining, solar-powered Aptera harvests the power of the Sun to automatically recharge itself It's the world's 1st solar powered car that the company says doesn't need to be plugged-in Capable of 40 miles of solar-powered driving; average American's daily commute is 30 miles Capable of 1,000 miles of range on a single charge Ultra-light body and drives on 3 wheels 700 watts of highly advanced Maxeon photovoltaic solar cells cover the body High capacity, long lasting battery packs from Eve Energy Cutting-edge electric motors in each wheel Aerodynamic shape of the vehicle is inspired by dolphins Goes into full production in late 2024 and can be ordered Average price is $33,200 New zero-emissions wa