Solar panels and batteries increase the weight of the car, and heavier cars need more power to run. Researchers are working to design solar cars that are more suitable for everyday use .

Solar panel cars are vehicles powered by solar energy. ... Based in Munich, Germany, Sono Motors also hopes to shake up the traditional EV market with a solar-forward design.

In this episode, we spotlight three revolutionary solar car projects changing how we think about driving. From Lightyear's ...

Nearly 30 teams of students from across the country are here in North Texas at the Texas Motor Speedway for the annual solar ...

Electric vehicle startup Aptera released details about its first model. It will have 400 miles of range and be able to travel 40 miles per day using built-in solar cells, the firm says.

The solar-powered Lightyear 0 car is now in production in Finland. The four-door can generate up to 43 miles-worth of electricity from solar panels mounted on it.

Small solar panels and the grip are seen on the car door of the Sion, the solar electric vehicle (SEV) developed by Sono Motors, in Munich, southern Germany, on July 25, 2022, during the unveiling ...

By harnessing the capabilities of modern technology, we hope to pave the way towards smarter solar car design and a smarter, more sustainable future as a whole.” Next month, the team will compete in ...

It both maximizes space on the roof for horizontal solar panels and makes it a very practical car for most people to use. The Lightyear 0 tapers front and back for a sleek exterior design that is ...

Infinite is a light, small, and incredibly aerodynamic vehicle with a bullet-shaped design and clad in photovoltaic solar panels. The single-seat car rolls on three wheels and features an ...