Photo Credit: Fair Use [17 U.S.C. § 107] First production validation model of solar-charged Aptera electric vehicles. 100 vehicles-a-day slated for late 2026.
Aptera Claims It's Ready to Build 100 Cars a Day
05 Mar 2026 | Abstracted from Autoweek
Aptera says it will begin production of its three‑wheel solar EV by year‑end, targeting up to 100 units a day. The company showed its first validation‑line vehicle and continues to rely heavily on crowdfunding, having raised over $100 million and securing early build slots through its Accelerator Program. Deliveries are promised for late 2026, though past delays leave timelines uncertain.
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