Aptera’s First Solar Road Trip

300+ Miles, One Charge, Supported by the Sun’s Rays 

Aptera just completed its first-ever solar-supported road trip—driving over 300 miles on a single charge and proving that a solar EV isn’t just a concept for the future, but a real-world solution ready for the present. 

Our Co-CEO Steve Fambro, along with a small crew, took Aptera’s production-intent vehicle on a road trip through the American Southwest. They started early in the snowy mountain town of Flagstaff, Arizona, where the vehicle was already pulling in 300 watts of solar energy before the day even began. 

The route followed a stretch of historic Route 66—quiet roads, breathtaking scenery, and a test bed for a vehicle built to thrive independently. “It’s kind of the path not really taken,” Steve shared. “And that’s one of the reasons we wanted to do it this way.” 

From Flagstaff to Hackberry, through Kingman and down to sunny Lake Havasu, Aptera performed with quiet confidence. Even on an overcast day, the team saw over 545 watts of solar input. That means more time exploring and less time searching for chargers. 

During its 300+ mile journey, the vehicle handled every condition thrown at it: mountain passes, 18-wheelers, potholes, desert winds, highways, and winding country roads. 

“The panoramic windshield gives you this incredible view of the landscape,” Steve said, describing the drive. “It’s like a big picture window into the future.” 

The final stretch took the team back into California, where they reflected on the journey, the data, and the excited reactions from drivers who caught a glimpse of the vehicle on the road. “Almost everyone we passed had their phones out filming us,” Steve laughed. “It’s clear that Aptera’s design stops traffic—without needing to stop for a charge.” 

This trip marks a huge milestone for Aptera, not only in validating our systems in real-world conditions but in showing what’s possible when you rethink transportation from the ground up. With every mile driven by our production-intent vehicles, we’re one step closer to a future where every journey is powered by the sun. 

Win Big in Our Solar Road Trip Giveaway! 

To celebrate Aptera’s first road trip, we’re giving you the chance to win a solar-powered prize pack worth $800! 

To enter: 
1. Subscribe to our YouTube channel 
2. Watch our latest road trip video 
3. Comment where you’d take Aptera on your first road trip

You’ll be entered to win: 

• A FREE Aptera pre-order ($100 value) 

• A FREE Aptera Camping Kit upgrade ($600 value) 

The giveaway closes April 7, 2025 at 11:59PM PT. The winner will be chosen at random and announced on our YouTube channel—so be sure to subscribe and turn on notifications to see if you’ve won! 

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