Tesla has not yet launched a model with a roof solar panel. Earlier, Musk and the Tesla engineering team had seriously discussed the feasibility of a solar roof. Sex, in the end Musk thought it was very difficult and wouldn't work at all. Now, Sono Motors’ Sion electric car promises to fulfill that vision.
This new electric vehicle is based on the previous concept and can provide a cruising range of 250 kilometers. The retail price is 16,000 euros without the battery. The level seems to be that of small and medium-sized urban commuters. car. The battery can be purchased for a one-time price of 4,000 euros, and is also available as a monthly rental at a relatively low price. The purpose of the Sion is for it to be an extremely mobile vehicle, ideal for urban commuters.
This car has a Visono self-charging system. As you can see, it is a solar panel covering the roof of the car with an area of ??7.5 square meters. This solar roof can absorb and generate electricity every day and automatically store it into the car battery, providing up to 30km/day of electricity. The Sion can be charged in both directions. While the car is using electricity, it can also be used as a mobile power source to provide power. You can use ordinary household appliances (maximum power of 2000 watts) by plugging it in. It can even charge other Sion cars that are short of power.
This car will provide sharing services in the future, including three modes, namely powerSharing, carSharing and rideSharing, corresponding to energy sharing, vehicle sharing and ride sharing. Pass Smartphone APP, rides and electricity can be provided to other users. In addition, vehicles can be loaned to other users for a certain period of time.
After the launch in Munich in August, Sono Motors will start to operate in 6 locations in Western Europe Touring 12 cities across the country.