Solar Roof and Hood Add 50 Miles of Range Per Day to Chinese Electric SUV
Chinese car brand Hongqi has shown off a prototype of its EHS7 SUV fitted with perovskite solar cells in the roof, doors, and hood, lending it the ability to gain up to 50 miles of charge each day. Although it's still very much a prototype, that's enough to cover most drivers' commutes and could help extend the range of EVs in the future.
Range anxiety is a very real issue for EV owners. Not finding a fast enough charger in time, or ensuring you can reach the end of a long journey when range estimates can't always account for weather conditions, passenger weight, or whether you have a roof rack, can take away from the pleasure of owning an EV. Adding meaningful solar charging would boost range, reduce daily charging costs and reliance on the grid, and give drivers a backup option for recharging if they get stuck.
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