Any interest in Aptera? [View all]

[Shermann]

Aptera has been in the news of late and is making another run at the solar car market. I have to say the vehicle gamma is very intriguing.

So, on the high-end they are touting a 1000-mile range and up to 40 miles per day recharge from the solar panels. That would easily cover my daily commute, and the range is incredible. My main concern is comfort. Are you even going to feel like a human being after riding in one of these contraptions for 1000 miles? Where can you get these serviced? Are they safe?

In terms of target audience, they have some challenges. The car is all about fuel economy and there are stark tradeoffs to that end. However, somebody who only drives 40 miles per day isn't going to be so focused on that aspect. Somebody who drives more than that will appreciate the energy savings but may struggle with the creature comforts.

I'd love to have one just for the novelty factor and to "stick it to the man". The low down payment of $100 suggests to me that these may never see the light of day. I'm a tall man, but supposedly they have increased the leg room a bit. Thoughts? All the content out there is from Aptera as there don't seem to be any independent reviewers out there with gammas in their possession.

https://aptera.us/