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Aptera Electric Car Ready For Drivers?

Posted November 19, 2007 4:57 PM

From CNET News.com:

Once again, Aptera, the producer of a three-wheeled electric vehicle, is making big claims. The Aptera Typ-1, a vehicle that can get 300 miles per gallon, will be available in early 2008 for less than $30,000 in both an electric plugin, and gas electric plugin hybrid version, the company announced Monday. The vehicle will be able to charge from any stand 110-volt outlet, according to company specs. The Typ-1 will have a range of 120 miles on electricity alone, with a 600 mile range for the hybrid version when fully fueled. The vehicle seats two in the front, with one seat in the back big enough to fit an infant car seat, according to company specs. With that seat removed and used as a cargo area, it can fit up to 15 bags of groceries or two full-size golf club bags. The previous prototype of the Aptera had been able to get 230 mpg, according to the company.

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