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

On January 14, Sono Motors GmbH announced that it had become the first company in Germany to receive national road approval through a General Operating Permit (ABE) or National Type Approval (TTG) for its Solar Bus Kit. 
This certification is the first in Germany for vehicle-integrated photovoltaics (ViPV). The Solar

On September 20, Lightyear announced its largest funding round of over EUR 10 million since its restart. These funds will ensure the continued manufacturing of its highly efficient on-board solar systems for vehicles, such as solar panels on vehicle rooftops. 
The current funding for the onboard solar systems is stra

On July 10, Squad Mobility B.V., a solar car manufacturer, secured a major EU funding of EUR 135 million as part of a tender won by the GIANTS consortium, which includes 23 EU partners amongst others Renault, Toyota Europe, and Valeo. 
The funding will be used to develop further and demonstrate Squad Mobility's L6 an

On June 24, Aptera Motors, the manufacturer of the world’s most efficient solar EV, announced its expansion into new mobility industries through the licensing of its innovative solar technology. 
With its USD 130 million patent portfolio, including over 34 patents in process, Aptera is now leveraging its solar techno

On May 2, Vayve Mobility unveiled an exclusive driving video showcasing its all-new solar-electric taxi, the CT5. The video highlighted the solar rooftop of the purpose-built city taxi, boasting a range of 330 km. Its key features include consecutive fast charging, capable of running over 4,000 km/year on solar power

On December 21, Lightyear announced a strategic investment from two South Korean venture capital funds, Sunbo Angel Partners and Lighthouse Combined Investment. Both funds, with ties to South Korea's automotive industry and other manufacturing corporate alliances, have recognized Lightyear's potential to create the n