On October 1, Aptera announced plans to begin building its first 40 production solar-powered vehicles in Carlsbad, California by the end of 2026 and to begin customer deliveries in early 2027.
Through its recently announced partnership with Launch Design (Shanghai Launch Automotive Technology Co., Ltd.), Aptera now e

On August 27, California-based Aptera Motors announced that TÜV Rheinland has measured the daily solar energy generation of its solar electric vehicle as delivering more than 4 kWh of usable solar energy into its battery pack over three consecutive days.
While the Aptera electric vehicle can be charged from any stand

On August 20, Carlsbad, California-based solar car manufacturer Aptera Motors announced a strategic investment by Launch Design (Shanghai Launch Automotive Technology Co., Ltd.), a design-for-manufacturing company with multiple production bases and portfolio of over 400 vehicle models developed for automakers.
The pa

On July 31, Sono Motors GmbH ceased its operations and opened insolvency proceedings. All intellectual property (IP), hardware components, and technical documentation are for sale. The offer includes in detail the specific solar integration of the Sion vehicle model, power electronics (including solar charge controll

On July 14, solar mobility company Aptera Motors announced a partnership with RepairPal, the largest network of certified auto repair shops in the U.S., giving Aptera owners access to RepairPal’s network of more than 4,300 certified service locations nationwide.
Through this partnership, Aptera owners are expected to

On July 7, solar mobility company Aptera Motors announced that it has received a Certificate of Conformity (CoC) from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), issued on June 18 for its 2026 Aptera Launch Edition vehicle. The certification is important federal emissions compliance milestone as Aptera continues

On June 3, it was reported that TT Automotriz unveiled the TT01, a low-cost Mexican very small electric vehicle prototype presented during Foro Automotriz Tlaxcala 2026.
The model is designed for urban mobility and is expected to be priced from MXN 99,000, positioning it among the most affordable EVs in the country. 

On May 12, solar EV builder Aptera Motors announced that five validation vehicles have been driven off its newly established low-volume validation assembly line in Carlsbad, California.
With each successive build, moving through 14 different stations, the team has improved cycle times, refined workflows, and discover

On May 8, Sono Group N.V. announced the completion of an important milestone in its transformation strategy with the formal transfer of its now former subsidiary Sono Motors GmbH to companies controlled by Sono Motors' own management team. The transaction took legal effect on May 4, 2026, ending the solar exit the co

On April 1, Sono Solar announced that it is launching field-proven solar panels perfectly tailored to the requirements of the automotive industry. Sono Solar is thus positioning itself as a reliable module supplier with the highest quality standards and is expanding its claim as a leading OEM system partner for vehic

On March 3, solar powered car company Aptera Motors Corp. announced it has completed the first vehicle off its validation assembly line, marking a major operational milestone as the company progresses toward regulatory certification and initial customer deliveries.
The company’s low-volume validation assembly line in

On January 23, California-based Aptera Motors announced the closing of its public offering for the purchase of 4,500,000 shares of its Class B common stock, at USD 2.00 per share, together with common stock warrants to purchase up to 4,500,000 shares of Class B common stock, also for USD 2 per share. 
Gross proceeds

On January 26, Lightyear announced a collaboration with Nissan to integrate advanced solar charging systems into a demonstration vehicle. The Lightyear–Nissan collaboration showcases a new level of integration between solar technology and vehicle platforms.  
The demonstration vehicle features 3.8 square meters of cu

On December 2, solar electric vehicle startup Aptera Motors released a new update, offering a first look at its validation vehicle assembly line, along with progress on battery production and efficiency testing as it moves closer to its goal of low-volume production.
The update comes just weeks after Aptera began tra

On August 27, Aptera Motors Corp. announced it has publicly filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) relating to the proposed direct listing of its Class B common stock. The Company has applied to list its Class B common stock with The Nasdaq Capital Market under th

On August 3, Sono Motors GmbH announced its rebranding to SonoSolar. This change finally reflects the completion of its strategy shift back in 2023, concluding its history as a solar car OEM and marking a clear next chapter in its evolution as a leading solar technology provider. Legally, it remains Sono Motors GmbH,

On June 18, Sono Motors, in a social media post, announced that it has started series production of the industry-first, factory-integrated solar trucks in collaboration with the MAN Truck & Bus. For the first time, the solar system will be built directly into new commercial vehicles at the factory.
The partnership wi

On May 23, U.S. Steel Corporation announced a new partnership as a sponsor of the University of Michigan’s 2025 Solar Car Team, North America’s most successful solar racing team. 
From August 24-31, the team’s student-built solar car will compete in the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, a nearly 1,865 mile (3,0

On May 22, Sono Group N.V. announced that during the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, it commenced its first Bus OEM factory partnership, with initial buses leaving the assembly line of a European manufacturer featuring Sono Motors' solar integration solution. This development allows customers to purchase solar-eq

On February 13, Sono Group N.V. announced the expansion of its product portfolio with two new solar kits.  Sono is now offering a specialized Solar Kit for coach buses. This kit is designed to reduce fuel consumption and emissions by supporting auxiliary systems with clean, solar-generated energy. The coach version o