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The Aptera prototype will go for up to 330 miles on a gallon of gas thanks to an aerodynamic design and the lightweight composites that make up the chassis.
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Official Websites
Videos
- Fueling America - Two engineers built a prototype of a very fuel-efficient car in their spare time. KFMB's Spencer Washburn reports. 1.47 Minutes. (CNN Report > KFMB CBS 8; June 5, 2008)
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- Popular Mechanics Aptera Test Drive - Read more at http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/new_cars/4237853.html (YouTube; December 22, 2007)
See also
- YouTube > Aptera - at least 23 videos listed
In the News
- Fuel Efficiency > Hybrid Vehicles > Aptera >
Aptera Unveils 200-mpg 2E Prototype - On Wednesday, Aptera unveiled a design-intent prototype of the Aptera 2E. The all-electric vehicle—which was hours away from being shipped to Detroit to compete for the Automotive X Prize—wears a number of outwardly visible alterations from the earlier Typ-1 e prototype that will make it more suitable for daily use. (Popular Mechanics; Apr 15, 2010)
- Top 10 New World-Changing Innovations of the Year - Steve Fambro asked; “What would a vehicle with no drag look like?” The Aptera Typ-1e, which should be available by the end of 2008, became Fambro’s answer. It could prove revolutionary, opening up a new automotive category of ultra-high-mileage automobiles designed for real-world drivers and—at $30,000—priced for them, too. (Video on link) (Popular Mechanics; Oct. 17, 2008)
- Aptera's Super-MPG Electric Typ-1 e: Exclusive Video Test Drive - PM hits the streets and gets looked at more than ever before, then heads to the shop for first-look details on a futuristic car so efficient it’ll make your jaw drop. The good news? It’s coming next year. (Popular Mechanics; Dec. 21, 2007)
- Aptera Is Now Accepting Orders - Aptera is now accepting orders for their lightweight three wheeled hybrid car made of composite materials. It is estimated to achieve 300 mpg fuel efficiency and a 95 mph top speed at a price of less than $30,000. (AutoblogGreen; Sep. 28, 2007)
- Aptera's Prototype Unveiled - Aptera Motors last week unveiled a working prototype of their diesel-electric hybrid car that will get 230 mpg at 55 mph. An all electric version will be available with a 150 mile range using NiZn batteries. Estimated price is $20,000. (TreeHugger; Mar. 15, 2007)
- 330 MPG Aptera Hybrid - The Aptera prototype, which is halfway to completion, will go for up to 330 miles on a gallon of gas thanks to an aerodynamic design and the lightweight composites that make up the chassis. (PESN; Jan. 21, 2006)
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