The Lightyear 0 is the first solar-powered vehicle from Lightyear. At first glance, the production prototype of Lightyear 0 hasn't changed. The hybrid car has a battery pack and solar panels on top of the hood and hatch. When the car is exposed to the sun, the solar panels on the Lightyear 0 will charge automatically.
The Lightyear 0 uses less solar power than solar-assisted. The vehicle needs to use its battery reserve in order to drive. In a sunny climate, the car's solar panels can provide 44 miles of range per day. The Lightyear 0 could allow drivers with short commute times or who need their vehicle frequently to no longer spend money on gas orcharging. Those with a daily commute of 22 miles can drive the Lightyear 0 for two months in the Netherlands without having to pay. Innier climates, drivers can go for longer. According to Lightyear, the sun can provide the Lightyear 0 with anywhere between 3,700 to 6,800 miles of range annually.
Lightyear 0 owners will need to drive for a long time in order to justify their purchase. The Lightyear 0 will cost 250,000 and the company only plans to make 946. A more reasonably priced car is on the way. A prototype of a $33,000 solar-powered car was unveiled by Lightyear.
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