The article explores the journey of Aptera Motors, which attempted to create a highly efficient vehicle since 2006, initially proposing designs that achieved extraordinary fuel economies. Following their failure, the company relaunched in 2019, presenting a new solar-powered car at CES 2025. This version promises 40 miles of range from solar energy alone and claims to be the world's first production solar car. The article reflects on the cyclical nature of innovation in the automotive sector, particularly the push towards decarbonization and energy independence amid evolving global concerns.
Still, climate change was on everyone's minds, as was American energy independence amid spiking gas prices and wars in the Middle East.
Fambro and Anthony made claims that the car would never need to be recharged because it could get 40 miles of driving range directly from the sun.
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