While we wait for all the 2020 prototype validation work to be completed....to ultimate move to a production unit...
Whatever your Aptera might be for you (Trophy vehicle, commuter vehicle, weekend vehicle, etc... )
What will you plan for your (Aptera) ride?
Let me kick it off with this:
For parking (at home)... although I have always garaged my vehicles....since the Aptera should be exposed to the sun for the benefit of a “free solar charge” (Never Charge feature)...
Planned...A placemat for the Aptera with NEVER CHARGE feature”
I am improving a shade free space for “Park & Charge....
Basically a solar charging spot for the Aptera...something like this round pad, incorporating some other “green concepts” with it.
With a porous pad, and a water outlet nearby...this could be a great spot for vehicle washing too ! NO puddle/ n
With tons of free local rocks and boulders here and plentiful desert plants, the cost is right (free) and the low desert succulents/cactus care (I.e., none), this is a very affordable and hopefully rewarding project.
The location is also near 120v outdoor outlet, if battery top off is ever needed,
when not in the garage overnight.
In the rural SW grassy desert regions it is always best to garage a vehicle as pack rats or snakes could explore the shelter of any parked vehicle.
🐀 like to chew the plastic on electrical wire😞 I understand folks who don’t have a garage use a outdoor light or strobe light under their vehicle or under their hood to deter rodents as they like dark spaces.
When I lived back east this was also an issue in the fall and winter after using gas powered equipment(mower, snow thrower, etc) and placing them in the shed....as the field mice liked to shelter near the warmth of the hot engine, there too...chewing wires. “Oh living with wildlife!”😞
So for me the Aptera could be that trophy vehicle in retirement.
🤔My big projects are done around the house... I could retire the mid size truck.
Depending on the final offerings of the Aptera and outcome of 2020 testing, decide if the 60 or 100kWH range fits into our final lifestyle with perhaps cross country trips or just exploring this beautiful country. It may even allow a spacious open hatch area to include the dog on some trips/drives.
I've been waiting 40 years for this type car, i.e., efficient platform, practical BEV at a reasonable price.
I hear you!🤜🤛
Spread the word and let’s support/ cheer them on to bring this to fruition!
Then see what they can innovate next... if this model doesn't “speak“ some folks needs.
This could take me through my final driving years and would be something I would love to hand over to my kids.
The number of investors are ticking up too
Hi Guys,
> Question: What would you do with an Aptera?
Well, I personally would buy it as a commuter vehicle as I only need to take a laptop with me and generally drive alone to and from work. For this reason it would make a lot of sense to have a lightweight car that has a champion Cw-value and low fuel consumption.
I used to drive a very frugal TDi back in the day which would easily get 3L per 100km and it weighed in at 830kg, the Aptera seems to be the only logical heir to this throne.
As it would fit an MTB I could even take it on a weekend drive to the Ardennes (Belgium) and be back home again on one charge...
I'd say; build it and I'll buy it (in 2024, as I need to drive my daily BEV another 4 years).
I think your use would have the biggest appeal for Aptera’s initial vehicle and Belgium is a beautiful country. Got to visit frequently for business but wish I explored more. Another thing I should put on my “Bucket List”
Well the above (Feb 8th) planned reserved solar charging (Never Charge) parking space is basically done. Just need an Aptera to be born. I could park the upcoming 3D model there.. while things settle/“shake out”😉