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Antro Solo – Electric Car that Splits in Two Smaller Vehicles

February 26th, 2010

The market of electric vehicles has a new player from Hungary represented by a number of auto enthusiasts who teamed up with Hungarian firm Antro. The team is currently working on a vehicle that could split into two separate cars.

The hybrid concept car is called Antro Solo and it weights only 595 pounds ($270kg). Using its solar panels mounted on the roof, the three-seater vehicle will be able to run about 20 kilometers on solar power alone. » Read more: Antro Solo – Electric Car that Splits in Two Smaller Vehicles

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Posted in Concept, Electric Vehicle, Hybrid, Urban Vehicle, Zero Emissions

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AERO – Eco-friendly Concept Car that Harnesses Wind and Solar Energy

January 18th, 2010

AERO represents a three-wheeled electric car for two people. It was designed by Cristian Polaco, who was inspired by the shapes of nature. The designer thought about developing a vehicle that would be eco-friendly and would boast a design that could remind of air and water.

Both, the design and functional features of the mid-engine rear wheel drive electric car were also influenced by the contemporary aspects one can find in Formula 1 cars. The vehicle’s body is made using compressed polymers which are quite easy to recycle and which make the car rather lightweight. » Read more: AERO – Eco-friendly Concept Car that Harnesses Wind and Solar Energy

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Posted in Concept, Electric Vehicle, Solar-powered, Zero Emissions

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Eco-friendly Bionic Vehicle Designed for 2030

November 23rd, 2009

From the very beginning it would be interesting to note that one of the most impressive aspects of this eco-friendly vehicle is its ability to change its shape based on specific situations.
This feature of the Bionic concept vehicle is possible thanks to EAP-electro-active polymer layers, one of the latest inventions in car-making industry.

The two-seat green car, designed by Vlad Icobet, produces zero emissions due to the in-wheel motor technology applied. In addition, it includes a polycarbon roof with mounted solar photovoltaic cells. » Read more: Eco-friendly Bionic Vehicle Designed for 2030

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Posted in Concept, Urban Vehicle

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Solar-powered MINILUX Vehicle for Leisure Purposes

November 6th, 2009

MINILUX is a concept car that aims urban dwellers that use their vehicles mostly when they have free time, using other means of transport during the day. The concept was designed by Jukka Rautiainen and its key feature is the ability to harvest solar energy by using high-efficiency photovoltaic panels. The driver can pug the vehicle in to a domestic or public access point, thus providing two ways of charging the batteries. If driven across Central Europe and the east coast of the United States, the car would run 9,000 miles a year on solar energy, while in sunny regions like California and Australia MINILUX would be able to achieve a solar powered range of 16,000 miles. » Read more: Solar-powered MINILUX Vehicle for Leisure Purposes