Ep 45 - Aptera Basics - Why Is it Significant?
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Aptera - What is it, what are the basics, and why is it significant in the EV space? We dive into efficiency, why it matters, how Aptera got there, investing, price, and what do the next 12 months hold for this innovative company that is poised to bring a Solar Electric Vehicle to market.
Thanks to our new subscribers and listeners from the Drive the Lightning (https://www.youtube.com/@dtl) channel! We love having you here.
Show Notes and Links:
- Aptera - https://aptera.us/
- FAQ: https://aptera.us/faq/
- Drive The Lightning (DTL) - https://www.youtube.com/@dtl
- Aptera Owner’s Club - https://www.youtube.com/@ApteraOwnersClub
- DTL Right to Repair - https://youtu.be/B7kbl2wmdEc?si=irUAGrkbbVWGUAqs
- Aptera 3D Printing Model - https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6101159
- CPC Italy (Bodies) - https://www.cpcgroup.it/en/
- Investment - https://invest.aptera.us/
- Accelerator Program - https://aptera.us/accelerate/
- Use Karl’s Referral Code to Get $30 off the $100 Vehicle Pre-Order: https://lz953.isrefer.com/go/preorder/mhQKN3QP
- Arcimoto - https://www.arcimoto.com/
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Chapters
1. Intro (00:00:00)
2. Solar is Built In (00:06:17)
3. Cost to Operate (00:07:29)
4. Compare to a Prius Hybrid (00:08:15)
5. How is the Efficiency Achieved? (00:09:07)
6. 2-Seater Vehicle with Storage (00:11:36)
7. Tent Option (00:12:01)
8. Right to Repair (00:12:33)
9. This Vehicle Represents Freedom (00:13:20)
10. Is It Right for Michigan? (00:13:43)
11. Launch Edition (00:14:49)
12. Production Status (00:15:04)
13. Fundraising and Investment (00:16:35)
14. Vehicle Pricing and Options (00:17:36)
15. Karl Visiting Aptera HQ (00:20:32)
16. Production Hell (00:22:11)
17. Production and Delivery Timing (00:24:54)
18. Is Aptera the new People’s Car? (00:25:39)
19. Audience Feedback and Outro (00:26:08)
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