Created by automotive company Sono Motors, the Sion electric vehicle fitted with 248 solar cells is capable of up to 34 kilometres of range per day with just solar energy.
Featuring a liquid-cooled battery with a capacity of 35 kWh and a 120 kW Motor, a max speed of 140 km/h and a max range of 250 km on a single charge is feasible.
Taking roughly 30 minutes to charge 80% of the battery at a rapid charging station, the vehicle can also be recharged with a conventional power socket. Using a bidirectional onboard-charger, other electric vehicles will be able to tap into Sion’s power and be recharged.
Additionally, Sono Motors’ bidirectional charging technology biSono enable drivers to use the Sion as a mobile energy storage. Whether at a national park or at home, a regular household plug can be used to power common electronic devices with up to 3.7 kW. A Type 2 plug can be used to power high-voltage devices with up to 11 kW.
The 100% recyclable aluminum space frame is made for “maximum strength” and “engineered for safety”.
As part of a sustainability commitment, Sono Motors produces Sions with 100% renewable energy and offsets all CO₂ emissions produced throughout the Sion manufacturing process.
“Sustainability became a buzzword,” said Sono Motors. “Well, for us it isn’t. We care about the earth, climate friendliness and the impact Sono Motors and the Sion will have on this planet.”
The interior is sleek and modern with the main feature being the moss in the dashboard for the breSono air filtration system. Using electrostatic gravitation, up to 20% of air particulate matter is filtered.
Described by Sono Motors as being functional, user-friendly, intuitive and connective, the dash is fitted with a 10-inch touch screen and a 7-inch display behind the steering wheel.
Paired with the goSono app, drivers will have the ability to lend their Sion, offer a ride and even share the energy stored in Sion.
“Everyone benefits from your Sion as a result – including your wallet and, most importantly, the environment,” added Sono Motors.
“In conjunction with sharing services and autonomous driving, the digitalization of mobility and the increasing interconnectivity of vehicles will play a key part in significantly reducing the number of vehicles, especially in urban settings,” said Roberto Diesel, CTO of Sono Motors. “The avoidance of redundant luxury in the interior equipment and the cost savings through sharing favor the willingness to share the Sion. Thus the vehicle owners and sharing users actively contribute to the improvement of our climate.”
The Sion is currently available for preorder and is set to be delivered in 2021.
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