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The Squad Solar City Car house daughter door

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This all-new solar-powered ‘city car’ is coming to the U.S. — and it only costs $6,250

“Stella Terra must withstand the harsh conditions of off-roading while remaining efficient and light enough to be powered by the sun."

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Solar-powered car takes 620-mile test drive across harsh terrain: ‘We aim to also inspire … the Ford and Chryslers of the world’

Climate change stories, How to talk about climate change

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Here’s how to talk about our changing climate with family and friends during the holidays

Six flags solar farm

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Six Flags is rolling out a fantastic new tool to save parkgoers from returning to hot cars: ‘This is the future’

Unlike gas-powered cars, EVs don't create the type of heat-trapping tailpipe pollution linked to rising global temperatures.

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Expert sheds light on major issues plaguing solar cars — is the future of sun-powered EVs bright?

Aptera Motors, sun-powered car

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This new solar-powered car can travel up to 1,000 miles on a single charge, and its exterior is ‘stronger than steel’

The EV has a top speed of 90 miles per hour, weighs 1.2 tons, and boasts an incredible range of 440 miles on a sunny day.

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Solar-powered off-road vehicle created by college students passes impressive test: ‘We are pushing the boundaries of technology’

Currently, no fully solar-powered car is available for purchase in the United States.

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Major solar car company cuts the lights on solar-powered cars — here’s what this means for the future of the young industry

While price and range currently keep the market for solar vehicles small, the hope is that this will change as the technology develops.

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Study reveals huge news for future of solar-powered vehicles: ‘Our results can help establish a road map’

And the good news for consumers is that more and more types of solar-powered cars are currently being developed and hitting the market.

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New report predicts a massive shift in the car industry — with solar cars taking the market by storm

Look for the four-door sedan to be available in late 2024.

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Mercedes Benz just announced a new EV that can travel 620 miles on a single charge — all thanks to a new innovative feature

Lightyear 2, sun-powered' car, solar car

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This solar-powered car can travel 500 miles without having to recharge — and it only costs $40,000