Why would you say that a few years ago? It was only a handful of months back they had the massive machine which will produce the body of the cars functional. I’ve been on the wait list since 2022 and they only had just started testing the suspension design back then. Seems odd, but maybe I was late to the game.
It’s the most aerodynamic vehicle ever made for mainstream production, so that’s why it looks a bit odd. But it’s amazing they’ll send you the 3D printing data so you can print replacement parts!
Their “car” is a fiberglass body on a motorcycle based frame. I think it will technically register as a motorcycle, while working out manufacturing they are also dealing with that legality so that people don’t have to wear helmets while driving it. So it’s super light, and super aerodynamic. The 1000 mi thing is also a bit of marketing glass as it’s a very specific use case that allows it to charge quite a lot of from the solar panel during that 1000 miles. Think like 100 miles a day over 10 days. It’s still going to suit a specific set of drivers almost perfectly and be a great commuter/grocery getter. IF they ever make it to mass production.
It would be amazing if vehicle infotainment systems used some sort of framework-style standard to make it easy to upgrade. Currently cars are basically outdated tech-wise before they roll off the production line. Would be great if you could pop in a new motherboard, screen, etc.
Aptera is fully right to repair, so I’d say them even though their car won’t be available for a few more months.
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Why would you say that a few years ago? It was only a handful of months back they had the massive machine which will produce the body of the cars functional. I’ve been on the wait list since 2022 and they only had just started testing the suspension design back then. Seems odd, but maybe I was late to the game.
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I’m looking forward to seeing where they go in a year or so. They just kinda look strange but I’m all for right to repair.
It’s the most aerodynamic vehicle ever made for mainstream production, so that’s why it looks a bit odd. But it’s amazing they’ll send you the 3D printing data so you can print replacement parts!
They claim 30% power usage relative to current vehicles and 1000mi range. Sounds very cool though I admit I’m a bit skeptical. Hope they can do it!
Their “car” is a fiberglass body on a motorcycle based frame. I think it will technically register as a motorcycle, while working out manufacturing they are also dealing with that legality so that people don’t have to wear helmets while driving it. So it’s super light, and super aerodynamic. The 1000 mi thing is also a bit of marketing glass as it’s a very specific use case that allows it to charge quite a lot of from the solar panel during that 1000 miles. Think like 100 miles a day over 10 days. It’s still going to suit a specific set of drivers almost perfectly and be a great commuter/grocery getter. IF they ever make it to mass production.
Same, I want to be proven wrong but it looks like a pie in the sky product. Plus it needs to be road legal in my state, we shall see!
Whoa. That’s news to me, but it’s fucking awesome!
Framework of electric vehicles
It would be amazing if vehicle infotainment systems used some sort of framework-style standard to make it easy to upgrade. Currently cars are basically outdated tech-wise before they roll off the production line. Would be great if you could pop in a new motherboard, screen, etc.