I've always loved the Sono Sion and am stoked that it's coming to production. One of the reasons that I love it is quite simply because in the body of this one car you have the evidence that destroys most naysayer arguments against EVs. They can't complain about the price. They can't complain about charging time. They can't complain about charging infrastructure. They can't complain about practicality. They can't complain about range. They can't call it "just a city car that's good for the shops". This car has 190 miles of range which accounts for at least five days of average use. For the 90% of time that it's sat still doing nothing it will actually be drawing as much solar energy out of the Sun as it can manage. You don't even have to plug it in overnight. You just expose it to the Sun while your in a shop, at work, watching a movie, going for a swim, etc. Trolls will be apoplectic with rage at the fact that it doesn't do 1,000 miles per charge and doesn't fill the battery on two minutes of exposure to candle light. But, there's no cure for stupid.
@ambassadorfromreality1125
2 жыл бұрын
Good thinking like this deserves more than an uptick. Good points
@guancholi2441
2 жыл бұрын
And Sono is VERY close to Soros... coincidence? I think not! (No, I mean literally that I don't think.)
@johnfitbyfaithnet
2 жыл бұрын
Haha
@endlesswaves8257
2 жыл бұрын
It's still fairly expensive to buy. From the looks of it the closest equivalent petrol vehicle would be something like a Dacia Jogger, and at €16k that's an awful lot cheaper than the €30k they're asking for this.
@TremereTT
2 жыл бұрын
10 years of development are bit much! Who will repair and service these cars with parts? What if you bay this car and it will go the route of the EV Go. Also without CCS fast charging ? I think if it would come with the promise to later sell a CCS fast charging upgrade kitt for it , that would allow at least some fast charging until the batterie gets too warm.
@roguebullet4220
2 жыл бұрын
OMG! At long last, there is a company out there that understands what most people need & want. Have been waiting for this vehicle to be officially launched. When it's available in the UK, I will definitely be putting my name on the waiting list. And thanks Jack for the very positive video 📹 👍 😀
@Enforcer_WJDE
2 жыл бұрын
It's not the only company though. Agreed that we need more of these.
@beefiron
2 жыл бұрын
According to the website, there are no plans right now for a RHD version, but they might do it in the future depending on demand.
@roguebullet4220
2 жыл бұрын
@@beefiron Darn, sounded too good to be true...
@silotx
2 жыл бұрын
Uk is not a good choice for a solar panel powered car lol. A car that turned rain and fumes into hydrogen would be a better suit.
@roguebullet4220
2 жыл бұрын
@@silotx what is rain? Haven't see any for a month... 😉
@water8750
Жыл бұрын
For those who are wondering this is no longer being made and it flopped
@meditationsoundscapes5203
2 ай бұрын
well that didnt take long. the word "outsourcing was prophetic"
@TheWizardWhiteHawk
2 ай бұрын
That's sad ...😮
@DM-rc4yu
2 ай бұрын
Who could have predicted this.
@NasierOmran
Ай бұрын
I created my own, no worries.
@robertarmstrong3478
2 жыл бұрын
I will believe the price point when production actually ramps up. Kudos for the target though, and great that on vehicle solar is arriving.
@johnchoice1371
2 жыл бұрын
I believe that price point is way too much!
@davidmccarthy6061
2 жыл бұрын
I hope it makes it to production in volume. Probably never come to the US though.
@NorboHitman
2 жыл бұрын
@@johnchoice1371 Can you tell why you think that?
@eugeniobb
2 жыл бұрын
@@davidmccarthy6061 if it sells well in EU they will find a manufacturer in the US (or Mexico or Brasil)
@ElroyMcDuff
2 жыл бұрын
@@NorboHitman He's either a troll or a hater, there are at least a dozen posts whining about the price.
@danielvilliers612
2 жыл бұрын
I sincerely hope they succeed, because they really represent the green car.
@kostasmira2933
2 жыл бұрын
But this is too cheap for companies to live so they will destroy everything.
@DeanTheDoctor
2 жыл бұрын
Humanity has changed a lot. I have no doubt the innovations and improvements to the way of living will continue to evolve and work for the best interests of everyone on our planet. 😊🌎✨
@johnchoice1371
2 жыл бұрын
GREEN?? GREEN?? GREEN BUT A DINKY TOY!
@ElroyMcDuff
2 жыл бұрын
@@johnchoice1371 So don't buy one. 😋
@t1n4444
2 жыл бұрын
It's nowhere near being a green car if you factor in how the electricity for charging is produced. Plus factor in the costs manufacture and eventual breaking up and recycling. Plus recycling of the battery metals won't be cheap.
@Validole
2 жыл бұрын
Between "Production Ready" and "In Production" there is a massive gap that's been the killer for many a company, regardless of the business they're in. I wish them the best, but I'm quite cautious with hoping to see these on the streets anytime soon.
@taylorshain12
2 жыл бұрын
For sure. I'll get excited when it's actually in production and available to actually purchase. There are graveyards filled with neat EV cars that haven't gotten to production yet or have just died.
@shrimptopian3392
2 жыл бұрын
Bankrupt 2023
@MrRiddle0
2 жыл бұрын
Having a producer secured is a massive step
@shrimptopian3392
2 жыл бұрын
@@MrRiddle0 They have it secured when they pay valmet 500.000.000 upfront, money they cannot get. Valmet can destroy the contract the 1st time sono doesn't do what is in the Secret contract
@amanasd26
2 жыл бұрын
@@taylorshain12 yeah something about that price also seems unrealistic. How does a start up undercut everyone on price and how do they compete with the big players for things such as batteries and other scarce ev parts.
@KevinT3141
2 жыл бұрын
I was on my college solar car team for Sunrayce '97. It felt at the time like an intellectual exercise for a day that would never come. That day is here now though. Thanks for the reporting Jack!
@d3xbot
2 жыл бұрын
I honestly think this'll do pretty well at that price range. I'd certainly be interested here in the southeastern US. We get a lot of sun here, so it'd do well with range.
@GreenMountian
2 жыл бұрын
I’d buy this tomorrow if it was available in the US.
@johnchoice1371
2 жыл бұрын
SAVE YOUR CASH.
@trash_miner
2 жыл бұрын
Same
@jalocin
2 жыл бұрын
I really hope they achieve their price as well as their production goals. Living in a densely populated city part with only a few charging places, this really could be the option to solve the charging issue….
@williamwiese9963
2 жыл бұрын
What's the asking price?? I'd drive it
@morho9422
2 жыл бұрын
if you live in texas, california. not uk. believe me!
@TheAllMightyGodofCod
2 жыл бұрын
And have you ever asked how it will charge in a densely populated city where typically the streets have little direct sun light and when you will always have cars parked next to you rendering the side solar panels completely useless? Now, if you lived in the suburbs, maybe you could have the car parked in your driving way and use some sun....
@artsmith103
2 жыл бұрын
How far do you typically drive each day? I can help you estimate actual extended range.
@kylarobinson287
2 жыл бұрын
@@williamwiese9963 just checked online and preorder is 30k euro, not the worst but nit as cheap as orginallt thought. I would still get it if I could
@lundsweden
2 жыл бұрын
I'd definitely buy one of these if they ever get to market. Imagine no fuel bills, and no worries about where and how to charge your EV. This should do very well here in Australia!
@frankyflowers
2 жыл бұрын
its almost like its to good to be true.
@lundsweden
2 жыл бұрын
@@frankyflowers I agree, I won't believe it until I see it!
@artsmith103
2 жыл бұрын
The solar rating is overstated but it's a practical way to extend the smaller battery if you drive ~30 miles/day. Still plan to charge every week or 2.
@frankyflowers
2 жыл бұрын
@@artsmith103 its not a real car.
@artsmith103
2 жыл бұрын
@@frankyflowers There are at least 3 of these styles near production so that's pretty real. The important concept is that solar might be cheaper and lighter than battery for people with short daily drive or apartment style living.
@daveadams5
2 жыл бұрын
I'll have one in that 2nd heart beat! This IS the technology that will change lives. At last, a proper, versatile, economic, affordable green EV. The future is here.
@KJensenStudio
2 жыл бұрын
Nice idea, and I like the moss too. 😊 I don't usually bump into bollards, but often experience others opening their car doors hard enough to dent my side panels, so I'm concerned about needing to possibly replace a whole side panel if/when this sort of thing happens. Replacement parts costs and availability on new tech need to be considered, but if that was reasonable, then I'd give this little Sun gem a solid thumb's up. Thanks for the preview!
@mathevideos9909
2 жыл бұрын
Yep, I pre-ordered one in 2020. I think I'm number 6500ish on the waiting list. Can't wait to get it in a year or two.
@JackScarlett1
2 жыл бұрын
Nice!!
@carlarrowsmith
2 жыл бұрын
You were lucky, they didn't allow people in the UK to do that, then pushed the price up.
@patricksamuel6594
2 жыл бұрын
Love this!! This is exactly what I’ve been waiting for! Hope it comes to Canada!
@SasquatchMelee
2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately, not planned at the moment. This car, if it keeps the 29,900 euro price tag, represent around 39,000 loonies. Not gonna happen I'm affraid...
@johnchoice1371
2 жыл бұрын
I'd buy one....if it was 90% CHEAPER!
@robertrigel9806
2 жыл бұрын
This is really fascinating stuff - thanks for the intro. Regarding electrification, Europe is leaps and bounds ahead of the US and it's a delight to see! What an amazing little car!
@nikkismith8750
2 жыл бұрын
Hell yes. Looks perfect for 90% of drivers :D I think they'll need to build a LOT more
@JackScarlett1
2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. They’ll sell every one they make!
@johnchoice1371
2 жыл бұрын
Way, Way overpirced. IT's a Dinky toy.
@dot7107
2 жыл бұрын
John, and still you seem to be interested that car...
@t1n4444
2 жыл бұрын
Hmm, would suggest manufacturers will wait to see what new fuels will be developed. Hydrogen fuel cells are now produced with cheaper, less noble metal "catalysts". We should not forget the exercise is not to produce EVs as such but to end up with carbon zero cars. Batteries EVs won't come even close.
@AndyFletcherX31
2 жыл бұрын
@@t1n4444 H2 for light vehicles is a waste of money compared to BEV. Issues ranging from availability of charging locations, overall energy efficiency, less than 40% of the power used to make the H2 actually ends up moving the vehicle down the road and vehicle cost. BEV have eaten the H2 lunch for this part of the market.
@ripvanstinkle
2 жыл бұрын
Love all the effort being made to make EV’s super efficient and affordable. Yes, we all love lightning fast acceleration, but I’d also like to be able to afford one one day.
@johnsnell1929
2 жыл бұрын
Just a slight correction there, Rip... actually, no we don't (all love the lightning-fast acceleration). Over-powered, high-acceleration cars have gotten many people killed over the years. Especially teenagers who think they can handle the thrill of a small, "cute", high-horsepower sports car and find out the hard way that they couldn't. Add to that the "adult" aggressive drivers who should know better, but drive solely for thrill anyway, and we have our modern-day highway slaughter that hasn't been curtailed despite the best efforts of engineers developing advanced safety features. It's disgusting to see electric cars being optimized so much for speed & acceleration "performance" over everything else. Even the venerable Nisan Leaf has been made over-powered in its latest incarnations. Somehow I think the industry became over-sensitive to early (false) criticisms decades ago about how EVs were "so slow" and have been trying to over-compensate for it ever since. Once there were batteries that could deliver the current, it's been a race to the bottom on who could deliver the most G's pushing you back in the seat. So... just to pick some nits on THAT point, but YES, it's nice to see a basic EV possibly coming to market that ISN'T focusing on power and so much other ridiculousness as others. Actually, I think they have room to go even a bit MORE basic in some ways, but in any case this is a nice change!
@Glugskiclumfum
2 жыл бұрын
I'd love one. My mother had a Fiat Doblo around 2001 and I never found that car's looks to be an issue. Its appearance was dictated by its function and this takes that concept a few steps further. Brilliant.
@steamboatmodel
2 жыл бұрын
That is the type of car we need, I hope they can bring them out in Canada/USA.
@johnchoice1371
2 жыл бұрын
He's done a GREAT SALES JOB making everyone believe it can't fail....
@avidian888
2 жыл бұрын
This is bloody brilliant! Thanks for showcasing it so beautifully mate!
@jaypaans3471
2 жыл бұрын
I like it. I swear, a number of years ago I was on the telephone with one of our "local" bus companies and I suggested the man to put solar panels on the top of them. I had the same idea for trucks (or at least their trailors) and the other day I briefly saw a video where they made that too!
@Space-O-2001
2 жыл бұрын
I love the thought of having it as both a battery and PV panels (yes I appreciate with limited capabilities when compared to dedicated separates). Can you imagine 1 million of these feeding back into the grid....
@BHFJohnny
2 жыл бұрын
My extremely conservative teacher for electrical grids would instantly suffer stroke.
@DeanTheDoctor
2 жыл бұрын
We have lots of innovation, change, and new ways of thinking coming our way for sure. 😊🌎✨
@jasonfournier
2 жыл бұрын
You're better off putting proper panels on every roof top before thinking about spending that money on inefficient car solar panels
@t1n4444
2 жыл бұрын
@@jasonfournier Unless you live in a land of perpetual sunshine, with a dust free atmos then solar panels are a silly gimmick. Mono crystalline panels (black) are just about 20% efficient at best. If only a section of a panel is in shadow or very dusty/dirty then the output is vastly reduced. If only a slight "bit" of damage then entire panel is affected and output is, again, vastly reduced. Would imagine the insurance would be quite high what with costs of repair to bodywork and replacement of a panel. Chapter and verse on-line.
@Space-O-2001
2 жыл бұрын
@@jasonfournier Yes which is why I stated what I stated, but if you need car anyway it doesn't hurt that it can add a little range to itself. If you go by the old addage 90% of cars sit doing nothing 90% of the time, as a remote worker who goes into work 1-2 times a month there's a very real possibility I would never have to charge the car. I'm not deluded enough to think I can start running my white goods off it 24/7 but if I can use it's battery for load balancing combined with off peak tariffs then it might well be a solution.
@syndigriner-owens4351
2 жыл бұрын
I wish I could get it here in the US, I love the owners ideas and way of thinking!! They are going places!!!
@AMomcilo1
2 жыл бұрын
I’m so happy this made it to production. I hope they will sell a lot.
@judebrown4103
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, me please, me please, me please! I've loved this car since you first showed it to me Jack. It couldn't be more perfect in boot capacity and as I have a beautifully sunny parking area next to the green directly outside my home which has no driveway meaning I can't have my own charger it's just what I need. We never have elaborate cars and as our dear old Roomster just got written off we're going electric with a used Hyundai Ioniq, sadly the 38kW, really wanted the old one but got out voted in the rush for some wheels. Then in '24 we're going to chop that in for the more practical MGZS '22 plate. None of which we can really afford but it will let me have my taste of all the fun gizmos. Then, hopefully, this wonderful machine will be around for us to revert to normal (it looks like the Roomster in hippy form!) and fix our finances in retirement. Wonderful concept, I'm so glad it's coming to fruition for them! Great report Jack, been eager to know how this was coming along, thanks 👍
@JackScarlett1
2 жыл бұрын
Do love me a Roomster. This would be a perfect upgrade!
@Madonsteamrailways
Жыл бұрын
Quite a pretty little car!! People who like Bavarian cars will adore this little beauty!! I hope that Sono comes out and is used by Wheelhome in the future.
@clope24
2 жыл бұрын
The first car I would love to own. I hope they will make it available here in the US. It has everything I would want from a modern car. Enough range for daily driving and to reach charger on longer trips, very spacious for it's class, sharing feature, reverse charging and of course solar.
@darko1485
2 жыл бұрын
How can something that looks so underwhelming be so amazing. Well done 👍
@antontaylor4530
2 жыл бұрын
If cities started to switch to trolleybuses, the solar roof thing would make all the more sense.
@glenreynolds2079
2 жыл бұрын
I have two Hyundai Ioniq electrics (2019 &2020) currently and I love them! Wish these were currently available, and wonder if in the US there will even be a chance for me to get my hands on one of these Sono Sions. Hopefully, these solar-powered electrics gain popularity and continue to improve. I love the Aptera too, but the Sono is perfect for a family. While my Hyundais are basically fully electric Hyundai Priuses. The Sonos reminds me of the Toyota Matrix but electric and covered in solar panels. 🙂
@BarthiArgento
2 жыл бұрын
This video made me even more hyped about my reserved Sion! :) Greets from munich!
@gramos9115
2 жыл бұрын
Astonishing that such a small company can develop a car like this , where as the major brands have not ! With all their technological expertise and experience , they still cannot see that the future is solar power . Not just for cars but for all modes of transport . Well done Sonos , stand back and plan to expand fast !
@kevroll99
2 жыл бұрын
It's because legacy and most large auto makers truly do use the dealer model to create revenue in their service dept. That said it truly is surprising that no one except Aptera and this car are the only ones that are working on affordable EV's and they just happen to be solar powered too (Lightyear One is but not very affordable yet). Its a crazy and quickly changing world and i feel lucky to be here to experience it. ⚡🌎👌
@parsonk4041
2 жыл бұрын
Maybe they are not doing it because it is a stupid idea. I wish I had something like that if it actually works. But realistically how many KWh could you possible produce with those panels. The angles are not optimal. You can't run them in series because some won't be in the sun. All it could possible do is a bit of trickle charging. Don't want to call it a scam yet because I wish it works but I doubt it does what they claim.
@brianp6859
2 жыл бұрын
@@parsonk4041 Well even if it does do what it says 70km/week through the panels is pretty weak. Basically 10km a day. I guess the main redeeming point is the price point and the range for said price point. Also if you live in a desert like Arizona you could potentially get good value from this but i think for the average consumer this technology isn't quite there yet. Also if our politicians ever stop being retarded and start creating incentives for safe, clean nuclear power plants energy will be abundant and cheap meaning that the demand for solar on cars will likely be reduced. That being said if they can continue improving efficiency of solar panels then maybe it will go the other way and all electric cars will require atleast a few solar panels for emergency use? Just have to see where the tech goes
@kevroll99
2 жыл бұрын
@@parsonk4041 so you really think it doesn't work? Honestly that's pretty ignorant, i you actually had a solar system of any kind you'd understand how amazing it is, not to mention if you simply leave your car outside for the 8 hrs you spend at work you are getting charged! Or if you're simply not driving, its not rocket science let's be honest. Plus its not meant to be an end all be all solar car, its an electric car that has solar charging capabilities not to mention this as well as Aptera are first generation vehicles with solar panels. Literally no other manufacturer in history has done this, i applaud them for taking a giant leap forward into this technology and integration. 💥⚡👍 Oh and Lightyear is making their car too but its over $100k so...
@parsonk4041
2 жыл бұрын
@@kevroll99 I do have a solar system and electric car. I know how much coverage you need to generate a KW.. How much do you actually think it could generate in optimal conditions? I'd say there is a reason why they don't mention the output. I also know that the angle of panels is very important. You also couldn't run them all in series. On an 8 hour day in optimal conditions I don't see how this should generate more then 1KW And that would be on the best day. You can't just slap a panel on the site of the car and expect it to work at noon.
@swecreations
2 жыл бұрын
It's got the perfect Honda Fit shape too! Literally the best car shape possible, space of a station wagon in the package of a hatchback.
@lucienromano3493
2 жыл бұрын
Love the concept and design. As well as transporting people, it could also be used as a small delivery van. Let's hope they can ramp up production to meet the inevitable demand.
@MartinzW
2 жыл бұрын
This inspired to me think about cheap, hard interior plastics. And I had an idea. What if panel is made out of a frame with same shape module sockets across the dash. And those modules are made out cheap finish initially, however car company includes or offers high quality skins for them. I've had dbrand and other manufacturer skins on phones and some of the best ones feel premium to touch and to look at. This can be partnership with company like Dbrand which would further reduce cost for base car. In fact this can even be car model based: ultra budget one would not have removable modules but instead simply shaped panel, with easy shapes built in to which skins are easy to apply. Next model would have removable modules that can not only be skinned but also replaced with different materials or mood lights. Heck, with 3D printing so common these days, 3D models could be readily available with the release of the car.
@markpashia7067
2 жыл бұрын
Incredible. I was just ranting yesterday about all the "advanced" systems in American cars that run up the price and make them too complex. I asked for a simple, reliable transportation at an affordable price. I was flashing back to the "people's car" of the Volkswagen Beetle of my youth. Basic transport with no frills sold cheap and easy to maintain. Today most people are priced out of the new car market here and the used markets are usually worse as the cars are worn out and too complex to fix yourself plus overpriced. What are minimum wage workers to do? We do not have public transportation like much of the world has except in very much inner cities of major size. Here in the USA you are totally disadvantaged in all parts of life if you do not have transportation for roads. THIS LOOKS LIKE A GREAT ANSWER IF WE CAN EVER BE ALLOWED TO HAVE IT.
@stevencowles8419
2 жыл бұрын
Personally I like the concept, there must be many many cars out there that only do short mileages most weeks with an occasonal longer trip and something like this could fill that market. Having said that, it is a very hard industry to join and survive the first decade in so the harsh reality is that they are statistically more likely to be a market disruptor (not a bad thing) than a stayer, not a criticism, just a reality. I can’t see there being any shortage in demand, keeping up with it at a profitable cost will be the challenge and I wish them well as the established companies will be well served by a good crack around the head. My own feeling is that the self charging is a nice idea but maybe a bridge too far for a startup manufacturer and whoever brings in a very simple and cheaper EV without it will be the real winner. I’m sure self charging has a future but there is already a huge challenge changing public perception aroung longevity without adding it as a complication.
@t3hpwninat0r
2 жыл бұрын
They could make a cheaper version without the solar panels and it would still sell too fast for production to keep up. Before you say it's ugly, think about the price and the people who can afford this but cannot afford a prettier car. Also look around at what other EVs are available at this price or similar. The whole point of a car is the freedom and practicality it provides. It's not a handbag. This car is a winner.
@stevencowles8419
2 жыл бұрын
@@t3hpwninat0r I don’t buy any car, private ownership is a bit of of an outdated concept
@sandyhagen9155
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve loved this car since you first showed it last year. At that price point, it’s a no brainer! Having said that, are there any plans to release a right hand drive version for the U.K. market?
@Nemanja_P.
Жыл бұрын
There are cars that are a dream for an enthusiast. Beautiful pieces of art, a true fusion of artistry, craftsmanship and engineering. Something that you want to be in and you can't stop smiling while you drive it! This car is the opposite.
@bige8549
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I would buy it in a heartbeat as well! If only there was a company who had expertise in both cars and solar that was based here in the USA that could have done this…I guess Telsa couldn’t get it done; Sono did!
@SmartMart1658
2 жыл бұрын
Wish my UK Tesla Model Y had solar on the roof. All EVs should have solar - if only to counteract the phantom drain.
@cibuya
2 жыл бұрын
A solar roof would be a waste in most of UK
@sandersson2813
2 жыл бұрын
It would make an ugly car even uglier
@theelectricmonk3909
2 жыл бұрын
@@cibuya ...said no-one in the UK who has solar panels on their roof. Yes, you're not going to get Sahara-levels of output from them, but they're definitely not useless!
@cibuya
2 жыл бұрын
@@theelectricmonk3909 I did not mean useless but with their production footprint why not use them in places where they compensate their production energy in less time? Unfortunatly people in southern UK where its most picturesque and expensive would not like massive solar farms. The issue on cars is they don't get much sun in garages, dense urban areas, and if they do, there is a massive heat build up by energy absorption which would most people want to cool the car down with AC and consume the gained energy.
@theelectricmonk3909
2 жыл бұрын
@@cibuya From what I've heard & read; we don't need massive solar farms; if every UK property had grid-tied solar panels on the roof (or, ideally, was entirely comprised of "solar shingles" - not sure what they'd be called in the UK, given that shingles is a nasty disease & not something we put on rooves...) then the solar input on a "normal" day would be more than adequate to meet our current power needs. Of course, with no-where to store it, it would be hugely wasteful and expensive - but then, that's why the National Grid are investing in power storage batteries - both chemical and mechanical types.
@NativeTexMexican
Жыл бұрын
Hopefully they make it to the US because I know about 5 or 6 people that would want one. A few of em would probably buy more than one.
@kevincrady2831
2 жыл бұрын
This looks awesome. I really hope they can scale up production and start selling them in the US. I'm a little leery of the moss in the dashboard though. It looks cool, but how do they keep it from frying on a hot day? Still, this is a great vehicle for anyone who can't pay upper-5 to lower-6 figures for a Tesla, and needs more interior space than an Aptera can provide. I really hope they can beat Production Hell and succeed with this. It looks like it would make a great camper van conversion too.
@jhvs64
2 жыл бұрын
The moss is not alive. The green color is just (chlorophyl??) dye. It can absob and release some moisture, and works as some kind of air filter. The transparent cover may help to keep kill some microbies by sunlight in the moss but mainly its just decoration.
@Neil070
2 жыл бұрын
Having seen the damage to door panels which three people I know have experienced (returned to parked car from supermarket or even workplaces car park), I was immediately worried about the solar panels. Good to hear theh are toughened, but it would surely cost a fortune to repair the cosmetic damage?
@robsengahay5614
2 жыл бұрын
I will be impressed that they got this concept to market but remain unconvinced that the solar power is anything other than a gimmick. Anyone who has rooftop solar knows how little production you get when a cloud blocks the sun or when in shade. As well as that people put solar panels on south-facing roofs (northern hemisphere) for a reason so at any given time most of these solar cells will be incorrectly orientated. In a car park adjacent cars will block the light on the side panels and you will need a spot on the roof of a multi story car park. On hot summer days I would always seek out a shady parking spot if possible.
@kevroll99
2 жыл бұрын
Whatever
@Guilherme-ez1ge
2 жыл бұрын
Would be awesome this car here in Brasil. We have MUCH more sun. Here this concep makes much more sense.
@doncorleon9
2 жыл бұрын
I get your point. Am in the tropics with an av. 3kWh/m^2/day. So that roof and bonnet is mighty fine. Considering the car is stationary for most of the day in a huge parking lot with no shade in sight. A North South orientation will work the sides too. Traffic jams become a regeneration opportunity 🙂
@jimk8472
Жыл бұрын
I like the simplicity of this. Covering the entire car in solar panels is so obvious and long overdue. Living in south Florida, it could be very practical. The artificial mossy dashboard is totally goofy and impractical which gives me some pause as to the actual overall intelligence of this manufacturer.
@sunpower6507
2 жыл бұрын
This solar car is simply brilliant! 🔆👍 Who needs painted sheet metal without a function? 😉😀
@johannwasle7173
2 жыл бұрын
I am not sure. I calculated it forward and backward and I never get to these incredible 112km of range extension per week. Simply the fact, that the panels are distributed in three different directions on the car's surface (left, right, top) leads to a maximum usage rate of 66%. That means, if the installed power is 1000W, the maximum charging power would be only 2/3 of it. Moreover, most commuters - at least the ones who work 40h/week - leave early in the day and return late. Thus, very little chance for charging when driving. 600W multiplied by 8h on 5 days results in 24kWh per week. However, I can't believe that 8h of full-load charging per day is realistic. In my opinion, it is much more resource efficient to install PV panels of 1000W on the roof of your garage rather than on the car.
@AaronHuffmanPerson
Жыл бұрын
45 seconds in... Was this uploaded on April 1st last year? Damn.
@garymeyers7983
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for that!
@johnskerlec9663
2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic. This is the way to go forward. People mover is the key, and to maximize safety, cars should have limiters on how fast they should go right across the board. People, in general don't need performance cars in suburban environments. Also beats the cargo space all SUVs have.Moving fast and huge horsepower are no longer required on the roads.
@chrisdelgado3530
Жыл бұрын
Here in Miami, Florida the sunshine state we have a lot of sun. So i love gas vehicles, but this car impresses me and I love the price and everything about it (BASIC). I'm not really interested in EV vehicles, just this car!!! Hope they become available here, i will most likely look into getting one.
@goaway3717
2 жыл бұрын
For me it would still have to be 'the 2nd car' that would wind up being my run around and do errands car in town but for my regular cross country road trips it isn't practical given the state of the charging infrastructure in the US if you routinely cross multiple time zones. Unless and until the charging infrastructure for fast charging is built out past the major cities the vast majority of EVs just won't fit the bill for me. I love the concept and I hope they see huge success which should put downward price pressure on the EV market generally and competition pressure to come up with better and better designs from all the manufacturers.
@baneverything5580
2 жыл бұрын
Our current grid (pun intended) can`t handle a nation of electric vehicles. What about ships and commercial planes? They`re huge polluters. One Hollywood actor has a large boat that burns 300 gallons of fuel per hour yet he rants and raves about climate change. The planet is due for a new ice age. Perhaps C02 saved humanity and many other life forms from near extinction. But history shows that volcanoes are a massive threat to our very fragile civilization. Disrupt agriculture for a few years and kiss it all goodbye. No one is talking about preparing for that. Underground cities and farms must be built to preserve crops, livestock, wild animals, plants, and of course humans. Imagine snow 90 ft deep along the southern coast of the USA.
@apporvkishlay
2 жыл бұрын
IDK how many times you go cross country a year, but if the number is low (2-3) doesn't it make sense to get only this car and rent out a vehicle when you go cross country? You save a lot of money, the environmental outcomes are better because another vehicle was not produced to be used by you and convenience is mostly the same cuz it isn't that difficult to rent a car. Not being sarcastic here, just pointing out a potential solution.
@ronmaison8690
Жыл бұрын
If they make the back glass bigger so back visibility can be better from drivers side ,also if they come with apple car play, has 360 hi res camera , auto parking , blind spot monitoring system , lane deperture warning and optional air suspension , this will be my dream car.
@alessandroferrero139
2 жыл бұрын
Finally something that actually makes perfect sense no lidar no fancy gadgets no over complicated crap!
@bruceg1845
2 жыл бұрын
I love it... I imagined this car several years ago. That's why I'm still here. Waiting for my ship...
@JESUSCHRYSLER5512
2 жыл бұрын
to come in
@JB-pk1vc
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, cars like this are really going to accelerate electric car adoption! Hope they come to the US.
@mufflejoy
Жыл бұрын
I like boxy and straight lines - I live in the 70s that way so this is brilliant!!
@Alex-tj1zo
Жыл бұрын
Chep, versatile and so practical. I am considering buying one myself. ...with tow bar 😁👍
@mikaelpersson8947
Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately, this company stopped all plans to make this car due to lack of funding.
@pascalnguyen4840
2 жыл бұрын
Finally a good çar to be used in the city going from a to b thank you
@lw2131
Жыл бұрын
PERFECT for Arizona!! Especially being able to sell nrg... and powering your house??! SIGN ME UP
@lucasroe2878
Жыл бұрын
We need this in Australia.
@amug3536
2 жыл бұрын
LOVE it. Wonderful talker too!!!
@realsolarcars
2 жыл бұрын
Sono Motors is one of the few companies that understands vertically mounted solar panels. This is especially important for generating more power in the wintertime and at high latitudes. In the southwest US, a horizontal solar panel looses over half of its output in the wintertime. A stationary solar panel mounted at latitude angle looses about 30%. This is the angle used for building and ground mounted systems. The vertical solar panels produce maximum output in the wintertime and this helps to counteract the loss of energy on the horizontal roof panels.
@shrimptopian3392
2 жыл бұрын
not really
@Conceptsexplainedsimply
Жыл бұрын
I want to see things like this in the US. I'd like to see them do really well and produce cars that are as reliable and as powerful as Teslas, but maintain having a full line of vehicles aimed at 25-40k. It would be incredible to see these people go nuts and make something amazing.
@konstantine381
Жыл бұрын
Before you guys get excited Sion have filed for insolvency
@grahamleadbeatter5981
2 жыл бұрын
I love it. I don't care about looks or interior styling. I first started asking questions about solar/electric vehicles back in the early 90s and everyone looked at me as if I had 2 heads. Now it's here, and I want one. I hope that they will exporting to Australia.
@Sercil00
2 жыл бұрын
How long until it is charged to full, on average throughout the year? I can't believe that charge is even noteworthy. Most of these panels will be poorly angled or get no direct sunlight whatsoever, at any given time. But even then, the surface area is small. People love to massively overestimate how much power a large solar panel produces, and massively underestimate the insane amounts of energy an EV needs on a single charge. I wouldn't be surprised if the actual additional cost, repair costs, washing (to keep the solar panels clear) and possibly the weight of all solar components would be higher than the money you safe on electricity. Especially if you use a garage or have a shady parking spot. Solar just makes one hell of a lot more sense on a roof. It sounds great on paper, but I doubt this is more than a gimmick.
@shrimptopian3392
2 жыл бұрын
weeks and weeks in perfect summer conditions
@LokiDWolf
2 жыл бұрын
I see this car being like this until more money comes in. Then, I'm sure they'll improve apon this or that. Regardless, I'm VERY excited to see someone FINALLY make an EV car for THE PEOPLE and not just the well off and rich. Because the average consumer I bet all over the world, isn't financially able to pay thousands per month on a car payment. I still don't understand why, after all this time, these EV companies don't make an EV car that is under 30k. You would think after all these years they have the money and the knowledge they can start sharing. But nope, keep making EV's that are close to $100k. It's all puff to me to look good. When not really helping the environment. Because most of the advancement isn't affordable.
@Shindinru
2 жыл бұрын
For some reason this reminds me of an American-ism. " Let's leave the multi thousand dollar car out in the weather and fill the car garage with near worthless and unused junk." Not really sure why.
@ingbtc
2 жыл бұрын
Haven"t see you so happy for a while while talking about a car
@russellgroves4710
2 жыл бұрын
I’m on the waiting list for Aptera. And not expecting it to reach production either
@JohnBehring
Жыл бұрын
To bad this program has been terminated. Doh!
@valentincolteanu3403
Жыл бұрын
What happened?
@JohnBehring
Жыл бұрын
Don't know, but if you go to their website they say this program has been terminated. @@valentincolteanu3403
@MichaelSchmittBEN
2 жыл бұрын
You should be ashamed of yourself. Not one critical word about the finances. The car was promised for 2019. It will not be on the road 2023. And if you ask me, it will never be on the road. You help selling a dream. And i am afraid that will cost hard working people who have reserved a sion all there money. I will never understand how a big channel like yours has no critical take about a important matter like that. 😡😡 Onlymy2cents
@coopart1
2 жыл бұрын
I live where the sun shines all day about 350 days a year. I want one of those cars !
@ronsmith1364
2 жыл бұрын
The power sharing option needs to be incorporated in all EVs. Whether to power a home or charge an e-scooter this design feature could bootstrap emerging economies & provide transportation for people & goods. Just need to tweak it for poor road conditions & high altitudes. Make it a super cub of EV world. First & second gen Saturns had some real world design elements too. TFS
@karlgunterwunsch1950
Жыл бұрын
Didn't make it - hope the crowd funding victims get their money back...
@KateInTheCity
2 жыл бұрын
I checked out the website. I believe you got the price wrong. The website says preorder sales are 29,900euro. A little more than you state in this video but still very affordable!
@rokk144
2 жыл бұрын
I usually don't get excited over ev cars but this... makes me want to plan for the future!
@cherylkeithley7303
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Send this to the USA please.
@jpbtls
2 жыл бұрын
I think this is possibly the future of family transport. Keep it simple and cheap and it will sell. Well done!
@richardmoon6308
Жыл бұрын
They could make small turbines and air scoops for more energy on cloudy days and nights
@Azurel777
2 жыл бұрын
this is a good idea, because no car ever got keyed or damaged any other way
@christianwurm3845
Жыл бұрын
europe seems to have Sonor Sion, the states have Aptera. Would happily change. 😉 Do we need a major change how to think about fossil fuel consumption? Yes. Really hope both are successfull. No one needs superexpensive luxury crap. Bring it on. Quick. The sooner the better. 🖖
@RiverCat999
2 жыл бұрын
I love this vehicle already. Can't wait to test drive.
@wemustdissent
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah going to call BS on this one. Those solar panels are behind some sort of protective layer and they are basically vertical on most of the surface, they would generate hardly any power at all and probably wouldn't even offset the extra power cost of having to cart them around (their weight). If they had them only on the roof I would think they were actually trying to be practical in some way, but the fact that they are on the sides of the car too make it clear this is just for appearances not for actual practical use.
@octaviaria8081
2 жыл бұрын
Love it. Think it is the smartest item ever! Terrific!! When will it be available?
@jasonmeadows712
4 ай бұрын
Nice video, earned my subscription 👍
@georgeh9967
2 жыл бұрын
Sounds good, lets wait and see what happens to prices , by the times its ready
@deegesolar
Жыл бұрын
Just what we like to see! 🤩☀️
@MCEdziits
2 жыл бұрын
How about wind turbine? Wind turbine can spin from wind from air resistance , while driving, right?
@RWBHere
2 жыл бұрын
Not bad. The price is better, too. I'm looking forward to seeing these on the road, even if they're yet another (not quite so boring) SUV. Thanks for the review. 🙂👍
@oraghallaigh4421
2 жыл бұрын
I am SUPER interested in this car, but I am somewhat concerned about safety. I need to do a bit more research on it, but just from this video the materials he touched on makes me worry about car accidents. However, bonus points because I am also 6'5". So I'll keep an eye on this...
@kawaf6735
2 жыл бұрын
I like the design. Back seat folding is like mercedes a class really nice. This will be my car of choice everything well tough. Congratulations.
@Christine-yy1ip
2 жыл бұрын
Sono! Great invention!!!! I so want one!
@frankradcliffe1374
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant wish I could buy one now
@josie_the_valkyrie
2 жыл бұрын
Moss on the dash? I'm sold!
@gwarlow
2 жыл бұрын
2:38 “Production-ready version”? When will it be a purchase-ready version? Soon, I hope. Cheers.
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