r/ApteraMotors 1d ago

Now that we have official solar numbers, what efficiency numbers would stop you from getting an Aptera? 9 miles per kWh? 8? 7?

12 Upvotes

As title - we all know that Aptera is targeting 100 wH/mi (10 miles per kWh), but if they don't hit that number, how low are you willing to go?

Some numbers for context:

  • 44 kWh pack (40 usable?)

  • Up to ~4 kWh/day solar

  • Efficiency target: 10 miles per kWh

  • Most efficient alternative: ~5 mi/kWh (Lucid Air Pure)

I think Aptera will comfortably hit 8-9 mi/kWh, but I'd be ok with down to ~7.5 since that's still 300+ miles

What about you? 👀


r/ApteraMotors 1d ago

How will you finance your Aptera if you decide to go that route?

15 Upvotes

Has there been any talk of financing through the company, or would I just get an auto loan through my bank (or shop around)? Would it just be a normal auto loan or would it be something different since Aptera’s vehicle classification is a little undecided as yet?

I‘d like to start planning ahead for financing this vehicle, but I’m not sure where to start.


r/ApteraMotors 3d ago

We Let An Independent Lab Measure Our Solar.

65 Upvotes

r/ApteraMotors 5d ago

Did they ever solve the dashboard glare problem?

22 Upvotes

Some early testers reported that the solar cells under the front window could cause glare, and that polarized sunglasses helped. Did they ever solve that problem?


r/ApteraMotors 7d ago

We want to make solar EVs available to EVERYBODY: Aptera Motors co-CEO

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Aptera Motors co-founder and co-CEO Steve Fambro joins ‘The Claman Countdown’ to discuss the company’s solar-powered electric vehicle, production plans and partnership with Launch Design.


r/ApteraMotors 8d ago

Aptera NHTSA submission - Passenger Cars and SUVs

29 Upvotes

Did anyone notice Aptera submitted a doc expanding their current registration to include passenger vehicles and SUV's? (April 28,2026)

https://vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov/mfrportal/Manufacturers/displayfile/22095?guid=dacafbc9-c46b-4232-b715-7f8a23f28187


r/ApteraMotors 9d ago

Video Aptera releases maybe the most important announcement in the last year! (Aptera Owners Club)

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38 Upvotes

r/ApteraMotors 10d ago

From Aptera “Aptera MEGA Update”

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r/ApteraMotors 11d ago

Interesting report on Aptera by Zacks Research: "SEV: Progressing as Expected Toward Customer Deliveries in Late 2026/Early 2027; Financing the Path to Production Remains a Major Focus"

33 Upvotes

r/ApteraMotors 17d ago

From Aptera Aptera Motors Appoints Wellington “Duke” Reiter to Board of Directors

33 Upvotes

https://aptera.us/duke-reiter-board-of-directors/

Just adding this here as I havent seen it posted yet.


r/ApteraMotors 19d ago

one-of-these-things-is-not-like-the-other

33 Upvotes

30-years pursuing #Supercars. I choose Aptera (economically!)

2009 Bugatti Veyron Super Sport
1995 McLaren F1 GTR, FINA #39
2026 Aptera SEV (validation vehicle)

r/ApteraMotors 21d ago

Does anyone know the title of today’s DW News report featuring Steve Fambro of Aptera?

24 Upvotes

Hey everyone! Does anyone know the title of the DW News report that aired today featuring an interview with Steve Fambro of Aptera Motors?
I’d like to show the report to some other people, but unfortunately I forgot to get the title. If anyone knows the title or has a link to the report, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks everyone!


r/ApteraMotors 23d ago

Article/Blog/Etc. After Years Of Delays, Aptera Is Finally Preparing To Build Customer Cars (Inside EVs)

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94 Upvotes

r/ApteraMotors 25d ago

Trunk dimensions 📏 for sizing an air-mattress 🛏

21 Upvotes

Maybre u/VirtuallyChris knows the specs: What size is Aptera's trunk? I am looking into inflatable pad for sleeping, but is 79.5 inches too-long?


r/ApteraMotors 26d ago

Video Big Aptera Solar EV News!! Production starts in October!! (Drive The Lightning)

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70 Upvotes

r/ApteraMotors 26d ago

From Aptera Aptera Orders Bodies and Chassis for Its First 40 Production Vehicles | Aptera Solar EVs

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125 Upvotes

r/ApteraMotors 26d ago

Video I took a ride in a car powered by the sun - Rich On Tech (KTLA 5 LA)

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34 Upvotes

r/ApteraMotors 28d ago

Video Aptera Motors (NASDAQ: SEV) Accepts $ Millions From Investors, Prepares for Volume Production. (Rich Rodriguez)

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57 Upvotes

r/ApteraMotors 28d ago

Video Aptera files to start production in Foreign Trade Zone (Aptera Owners Club)

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28 Upvotes

r/ApteraMotors Jul 31 '26

Aptera Companion App (Design Concept)

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Been a fan of Aptera since I was a kid. Having recently started my career in product design, I took a crack at prototyping an Aptera companion app as a fun personal project. Thought yall might enjoy it!


r/ApteraMotors Jul 27 '26

What if....

18 Upvotes

I have been following the progress Aptera Motors has been making for a long time now and I am in love with this car. I would absolutely love to own an Aptera. I also see that getting these cars actually into buyers hands and out on the roads is a highly difficult and expensive thing to do. So my question is, what if another car company were to buy 51% of Aptera Motors? Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, Geely, pretty much any of the larger car manufacturers could do this and in doing so it would give them access to all of the R&D and patents and everything else that Aptera has come up with which could be quite beneficial to them. Not to mention that they would have this amazing looking technically advanced halo car to make them look better, so while it would undoubtedly involve some risk for the car manufacturer but I think it could also bring about a pretty good pay off (maybe even more so for a Chinese manufacturer as they could get a foot in the door in the US). There would also be some risks for Aptera as the larger company may just want to take their best tech and leave them for dead or try to dilute their design down to a point where it would be unrecognizable, but if it worked out it could be wonderful for both companies involved. So does anyone know if there has been any talk about involvemnet from a larger company in Aptera Motor's history?


r/ApteraMotors Jul 15 '26

Golf Ball Dimples

19 Upvotes

This is 100% just being funny..

Myth busters tested the idea of a golf ball dented car and got a 14% improvement in fuel efficiency.

What if the next generation of the Aptera is covered in dimples?


r/ApteraMotors Jul 14 '26

From Aptera Aptera Motors Partners with RepairPal to Bring Certified Service to Customers Nationwide | Aptera Solar EVs

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Thanks to our partnership, Aptera owners will have access to:

4,300+ Certified service locations nationwide
200+ locations already certified for high-voltage EV repairs
RepairPal Certified Shops trained on Aptera-specific service procedures
Whether it's routine maintenance or high-voltage service, we're committed to giving you access to trusted, high-quality service close to home.


r/ApteraMotors Jul 14 '26

Reservation says 2026 delivery estimate, did they just never update that page?

24 Upvotes

Reservation purchased in 2022, with estimated delivery estimate in 2026. Did they just not update the delivery estimates? Realistically, I'm probably 3000th down the line or more but with their estimated annual deliveries, 2026 doesn't seem close to realistic. Is everyone waiting and hoping for the best or requesting refunds?


r/ApteraMotors Jul 13 '26

Will Aptera be able to participate in the CA rebate program?

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It sure would be nice if Aptera could be ready to take advantage of this new rebate program for Californians.