Twelve Awesome Solar Powered Concept Cars

This is a video of awsome solar powered concept cars.
original source (http://webecoist.com/2009/03/12/solar-powered-concept-cars/)

1. The Koenigsegg Quant
If you havent already heard of Koenigsegg, expect to soon. The Swedish supercar firm has developed a concept car called the Quant utilizing a most unlikely combination of power sources: solar energy and pyrite, otherwise known as fools gold. A company spokesperson at the Geneva Motor Show was quoted as saying the Quant will have a 300 mile range and take just 20 minutes to fully recharge.
2. The Peugeot Shoo
One of the more futuristic-looking solar concept cars, the Peugeot Shoo utilizes a triangular design and a solar paneled roof to power the engine. According to DeviceDaily, the design was inspired by a boat and much of the cars aerodynamism is due to that.
3. The Italdesign Giugiaro Quaranta
The Quaranta is one of the most sleek and dynamic solar concept cars currently in existence. Its batteries are powered completely by solar energy, which is collected via panels positioned on the roof and front end of the vehicle. While the bulk of the Quaranta was designed by Italdesign Giugiaro, Toyota contributed its expertise to the sophisticated electronics.
4. The Mercedes-Benz Formula Zero
Mercedez-Benz made its name in luxury, not eco-friendliness, so it might come as a surprise that the company is now placing its hat in the solar-powered car ring. Pictured above is the Formula Zero, a concept car that was entered into 2008s Design Los Angeles Challenge. It is propelled by electric motors on each of its 4 wheels and batteries that draw their power from an aero-efficient solar layer.
5. The Antro Solo
The Hungarian-built Astro Solo and its one-of-a-kind design get an astounding 150MPG, using a combination of solar and gas-electric power. During good weather, the solar panels on the roof are sufficient to power the car on brief 15-25 kilometer trips. When the skies are overcast, the Astro Solo defaults to a small electric engine or - get this - the foot pedaling of the three passengers!
6. The 1987 GM Sunraycer
Solar concept cars are not an entirely new development. One of the more eye-catching and intriguing throwbacks is the 1987 GM Sunraycer, a concept car built for Australias World Solar Competition and never put into mass production. The Sunraycers 8,800 on-board solar cells generated about 1,500 watts of power, propelling this bad boy to top speeds of 68MPH and easily winning the competition
7. The SEAT Brisa
If it looks more like a leisurely bicycle for two than an automobile, this was precisely the creators intention. As CarDailyNews says, the SEAT Brisa was not designed for a non-stop trip from Madrid to Barcelona, but as a recreational, fun vehicle. Unlike many solar powered cars that have the panels plainly visible on the roof, the solar apperatus of the Brisa is hidden beneath the translucent body.
8. The Mindset Six50
The Six50 (on pace for a scheduled 2009 unveiling) can go 100KM on a single battery charge, drawing its power from roof-mounted solar panels. One major advantage of the Six50 is its price: although not currently in production, it has been estimated that Mindset will offer the Six50 for as little as 31,000 Euros, a pittance compared to many newer hybrids.
9. The Lotus Eco Elise
Unveiled at the 2008 British Motor Show, the Lotus Eco Elise has marched boldly into new territory - eco-friendly sports cars. And while the Eco Elise is still somewhat of a gas guzzler, one appreciates the embrace of energy saving technology like the solar panels that power the cars electrical system (including its iPod/MP3 compatible stereo!)
10. The Enigma
This slick solar-powered vehicle was one of the winners at the Royal College of Arts Green Concept Car competition. It was designed by Paul Howse and relies upon electric, solar-powered motors for propulsion. Unfortunately, seeing as this was only designed for a competition, its unclear whether this car will ever actually go into production.
11. The Solar-Powered Volvo
Volvo made its name in safety, not solar, but that hasnt stopped them from developing this eco-friendly monster! Created in anticipation of the 2015 Dakar Rally, the vehicle combines solar energy and fuel cells to support its diesel engine. Thus far, it might qualify as the biggest and baddest solar concept car around!
12. The Eve
The Eve, pictured here, utilizes a specially coated windshield enabling it to harness solar rays and convert them into usable energy that powers the car. The rest of Eves energy comes from its body, made from a mixture of polymers that uses the friction of its turning wheels to generate electricity.

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[gungodthegreat]

lol prius, my teacher has one of those and he hates it.

[douchebarge]

At first I couldn't understand why there was a Lotus Elise in this list of "solar-powered cars". Turns out the Elise Eco has a photovoltaic panel which charges the battery when the car is sitting and runs accessories when the car is on. Still, it's primarily a gasoline-powered car, but it does feature solar power.

I think that of all the cars shown, only the Sunraycer is actually 100% solar-powered (and an actual machine that was built and raced). I hope someone will correct me if I'm wrong.

[gungodthegreat]

@leaualorin may i remind you its a video about SOLAR POWERED CARS not AERODYNAMICS

[crazy32495]

the italdesign

[gio70v]

The minutes 0.22 - 0.30 ....awesome !!!!!!!!!!

[gio70v]

WOW !!



[Dreameatertv]

the one at 0:45 looks beautiful where can i get it ?

[TheSolarmike]

Just what I needed to see !

[CapitanoGUC]

but prius is just an fucking hybrid with an extra, separate gas engine ....

just look "what is a prius good for?"