The future of transportation just got a whole lot brighter—literally. At CES 2025, Aptera Motors unveiled their production-ready solar electric vehicle (sEV), a car so revolutionary it might just make gas stations and charging cables a thing of the past. Touted as the first solar-powered EV at CES, Aptera’s sEV promises up to 40 miles of free driving a day, powered entirely by sunlight, and a jaw-dropping 10,000 miles annually in ideal sunny conditions without relying on the grid.
Beam Me Up, Solar!
Imagine a car that doesn’t just consume power but creates it. That’s what Aptera’s solar array—comprising panels on the hood, dash, roof, and hatch—delivers. With cutting-edge carbon fiber sheet molding compound (CF-SMC) in its body structure, this featherweight marvel is packed with strength while using fewer than one-tenth the parts of conventional vehicles, further redefining efficiency.
“This vehicle embodies years of innovation and our relentless pursuit of energy-efficient mobility,” said Chris Anthony, Co-CEO of Aptera Motors. “CES is the perfect stage to share our vision and invite the world to join us in creating a cleaner, solar-powered future”.
Charging? Who Needs It?
Aptera’s ultra-lightweight, self-powered sEV delivers up to 400 miles of range on a single charge that takes less than an hour—if you even need to plug it in at all . For CES attendees lucky enough to snag a ride-along demo, experiencing this grid-defying wonder is already driving curiosity—and demand. According to the company, Aptera’s reservation count has already hit nearly 50,000 units, translating to over $1.7 billion in potential revenue—even before full production begins.
Lights, Carbon, Action!
Stepping into Booth CP-517 at the Las Vegas Convention Center feels like a sneak peek into the future. From the vehicle’s sleek interior to exploded displays of its chassis, visitors are treated to an immersive solar-tech experience, guided by the ever-passionate Aptera team . Don’t forget: media attendees can also take part in exclusive ride-along demonstrations and chat with the company’s leadership team.
With $135 million already raised via enthusiastic crowdfunding, the road ahead looks sunlit for Aptera Motors—and for everyone dreaming of a cleaner commute. CES 2025 may just go down in history as the solar revolution’s spark, shining a light on what sustainable mobility can, and should be.
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