Whoever conceived this video should get a raise. And be required to make more vids like it. Very responsive to the public; keep it up.

@ammo9599

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree, these three questions were exactly what I was wondering.

@davidblalock9945

2 жыл бұрын

Subtle humor with clear communication are the best ways to get your point across. Mission accomplished.

@ccibinel

2 жыл бұрын

Check out the Aptera tiktok. Tons of well done shorts by those two. They should probably just post them all as a compilation video.

@rokko_hates_japan

2 жыл бұрын

nah, this girl is annoying and totally a sheep leftist. there have been such blatant lies and corruption over the past few years that starting the video with "debunk" is almost a guarantee that what follows is all propaganda and lies. Not saying this video is lying. and in fact I really look forward to ultra efficient vehicles and using solar when and where we can. But this video and the presenter aren't helping.

@Blox117

2 жыл бұрын

this vehicle is a bunch of dishonest bs

The degree of customer empathy by Aptera is just amazing. Great use of digital media to reach the audience to explain the "objections" and naysayers.

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! 💚

@jwvandegronden

2 жыл бұрын

@@vic321344 No it isn't. Some of the stuff they run into, are well out of their circle of control. What IS within their circle of control is how they deal with it and how they communicate about it towards their (potential) customers. And they do this exquisitely!

@jwvandegronden

2 жыл бұрын

@@vic321344 That is mathematically impossible. The old Aptera went bankrupt in 2015 I believe, and the rebooted brand with the electric power-train only kicked off in 2019, which is 3 years ago. If it were the older version with an ICE engine (I believe it was), I would agree with you, but this is actually quite impressive. Added the right to repair and their commitment to longevity of the car for the owner and accessibility to parts etc., their transparency, the joy they have building this thing, and the scientific and congruent approach to their mission is, for me at least, thrilling and I am definitely becoming an Aptera fanboy, and without any reservation I might add; I'm not ashamed to admit that. But I'm critical enough to keep tabs on the company, but until now I have a smile on my face as soon as I read something about this joie de vivre infected and infectueus company ;-)

@n.brucenelson5920

Жыл бұрын

@@jwvandegronden Actually the founders lost control of the original Aptera Inc. when they were ousted in a board fight in 2009, by a single vote. The new management changed plans and couldn't get backing, and liquidated the company in 2011. Chris Anthony, who by 2019 had co-founded and taken a successful lithium battery company public, was offered the original Aptera rights by the widow of the man who had purchased them at the 2011 auction. He regathered the key people and restarted the company in 2019. I am thrilled with their experience, focus on a goal and their progress.

@jwvandegronden

Жыл бұрын

@@n.brucenelson5920 I didn't know that level of detail! Thanks for sharing. And I'm thrilled as well. Just watched a presentation by Jason Hill, the chief of design and his enthusiasm and drive but most of all _(well all of it combined actually)_ his holistic approach to his craft with his eye for detail and future proofing are inspiring to say the least. And he is no exception, they are all down to earth, hard working congruent thinkers who are reaching for the stars. Amazing company. PS the way Jason Hill talks about the mission statement of Aptera reminds me of the golden circle of Simon Sinek. They found their Why and it really helps them to stay the course, and their true north seems rock solid

The shot around 2:20 is very useful. Seeing it next to regular cars gives me a good idea of it's size and the space it needs. Because of it's unconventional shape it's hard to get a feel how big it is just looking at pictures in isolation.

@solosailorsv8065

2 жыл бұрын

hopefully Rental Car agencies are on the Order List. Many people would rent for a month , at a Premium

@fotoguru222

2 жыл бұрын

@@solosailorsv8065 I'm sure some people will use Turo to rent their Aptera's out, just as many do with their Teslas.

@stephensullivan1011

2 жыл бұрын

@@fotoguru222 lol I have a Tesla for Turo, and am getting an Aptera as well. My dad also is a Turo host and has one on order. 👍

@johnny7808

2 жыл бұрын

Using the 2:20 screenshot as a guide and knowing the exterior width of the aptera front is 88 inches, I calculate you could exit each side of an aptera without hitting the cars on either side of you if there is 102 inches of width clearance from the car on the left to the car on the right. I just made the same measurement on my tesla mod 3 and it needs 131 inches to do the same thing when allowing the doors to open naturally.

@fotoguru222

2 жыл бұрын

@@Leo-bt5mz When that happens I pick another parking space. I don't like others dinging my car doors.

I really appreciate the frequency that Aptera put out videos, even just short ones like this. So many companies starting up in the EV market have dead social media channels that make you question their existence... Keep it coming guys!

@FritzyFreak

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah remember Uniti One lmfao

@unclegeorge7845

2 жыл бұрын

@@FritzyFreak No!

this vehicle will re-shape the future of personal transportation big time

@LazySpaceRaptor

2 жыл бұрын

I sure hope so. There are a few other promising vehicles such as SoloEV for solo commuters, and I think there was Arcimoto? Aptera is by far the best though.

@merlinkater7756

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe, if only a little bit! And setting new standards. The interview Rich Rebuilds did sold me on the moral and environmental standards this company has. Good people!

@KenKonet13

2 жыл бұрын

Right! I literally am beyond excited for this vehicle. I have not been this excited for a car/autocycle in decades... this will be life altering!

@LazySpaceRaptor

2 жыл бұрын

@@vic321344 autocycle. Only in legislation does designing an automobile to only need 3 wheels make ot a motorcycle. Functionally it is a car, legislation is slowly catching up with that. Composite, not plastic. Mainly Kevlar and a binding resin. Stronger and more durable than fiberglass, and cheaper than carbon fiber. Gives more strength than steel or aluminum for a fraction of the weight. Design. From its very inception, this car was designed to be as light, efficient, and aerodynamic as possible while still comfortably carrying 2 humans, a dog, and whatever else you can put innthe trunk (and yes, it holds a lot.) Drivetrain. Lightyear 0 has solar panels and a battery, butbit brute forced the problem. Aptera uses less instead of more in terms of materials to allow a more efficient drivetrain, more range per kWh, and more range recovered per square meter of solar per hour. So how will this affect and influence other automotive companies? Who knows. But could it? It is a likely possibility.

I’m still curious about the turning radius. Any chance y’all have shown/will show a turning radius demonstration?

@wiskeytf3350

2 жыл бұрын

I really want this!

@DrFu79

2 жыл бұрын

this surely isn’t final until the final production vehicle …

@davidsteinhour5562

2 жыл бұрын

My man's out here trying to get the angle kit for some reverse entry trike drifting

@peterdrury5627

2 жыл бұрын

One major limiting factor on the turning radius of front wheel drive vehicles is the limits imposed by CV joints on the outer ends of the front drive axels. Since Aptera has in-wheel motors and no drive axels, the only limit to turning radius here would be the limits of clearance between the inside rear wheel fairings and the main body. The other factor encountered in all vehicles with front and rear wheels is the wheel base--distance between them. The shorter the wheel base, the shorter the turning radius, but a shorter wheelbase reduces stability.

The only one here I was worried about was the wheel change. Will have to see it with the full production model. Rear wheel looks to be the hardest so lets see that one please.

@mindlessmrawesome

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah the rear wheel definitely looks to be the most difficult. Its also probably the most likely to get popped due to a pothole, since its sitting in the center of the car. I'd like to see that one changed

@xjdndndmsvsvr

2 жыл бұрын

They conveniently didn't show the side view of a drivethru or the rear wheel change...

@jonj9149

2 жыл бұрын

@@xjdndndmsvsvr At 0:45 in the video they show the side view of the drivethru. I doubt it is a matter of convenience; they just may not have a good physical representation of the final design for the rear wheel enclosure and mounting to be able to show how to change the rear tire.

@fernmoss3539

2 жыл бұрын

@@xjdndndmsvsvrYes, I too want to know how far does the food has to be pushed to reach the driver?

@fernmoss3539

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not worried about the tire change as many new vehicles are not equipped with spare tires. A pressurized bottle of sealant can conveniently used to fill and repair a tire. The car can then be driven to a service station.

Nice. Can’t wait to receive my 400 mile AWD Aptera Roadster, with enhanced sound system, safety pilot, and camping kit. Charge on!

@jonathanself1263

2 жыл бұрын

I ordered the same system!

@susanharris3202

Жыл бұрын

Looks like my order😍

Myth 5, "The Aptera will have an extremely wide turning radius". Please debunk that one in the next episode. The Aptera did fit in the standard parking space, but it was very tight at the front wheels.

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

Aptera has the potential for differential steering. That implies a much tighter turning ability than people assume.

@arevee9429

2 жыл бұрын

@@n.brucenelson5920 Hope so. Let them debunk the myth the next time.

@ClickToPreview

2 жыл бұрын

@@freakout247 Yup, I'll be doing everything I can to park with an empty space on the passenger side of the vehicle.

@markfinley3703

Жыл бұрын

@@ClickToPreview I do that anyhow, just to keep idiots from banging my car with their doors.

@OrmondOtvos

Жыл бұрын

@@n.brucenelson5920 You refer to Ackerman steering linkage?

Great video Quincy! Love that you are debunking these myths with actually showing the truth. Keep them up.

@rokko_hates_japan

2 жыл бұрын

lol. while that may be true in this video... almost everywhere else on the internet or news, when you hear "debunk" it's almost 100% going to be lies and propaganda pushed by the government and leftists.

Thank you Quincy for that great video. I love the guys look, sitting at the table, when Chris drives out of the drive thru. You think he just saw an alien in Roswell. This vehicle is going to turn heads like you won't believe.

@rngalston

2 жыл бұрын

@:50 seconds in...

@jewelrycasa

2 жыл бұрын

@@rngalston Thanks Rob, I forgot to put the time mark. You got it. :)

I'm glad they cleared the air on the wheel removal process. The motor is an actual hub that the wheel mounts too instead of being integrated with the wheel. Glad to know.

Ever since I heard about this car I have been in love can't wait till I get my hands on it

So, the myth that all Aptera employees are vegan has been proven UNTRUE! 😂

@robertd9850

2 жыл бұрын

The cars are made out of plants though. Organically grown of course.

@fanfare100

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertd9850 Contented Hemp Plants. XD

@rp9674

2 жыл бұрын

Good 1 !

4 requests / questions: 1) Can you address road clearance? I'm specifically concerned about driveways with a steep incline. 2a) Can the Aptera go through a traditional carwash? 2b) If not, how frequently will the solar panels need to be washed to maintain efficiency? 3) Will there be hooks or anything in the trunk space to help secure items in the back? 4) Will there be any outlets in the dash or seat divider for charging external devices like mobile phones?

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

1 - There will be an approach and departure angle chosen to allow the wheel fairings to clear most driveway transitions and speed bumps. Taller or steeper ones will be able to be handled by a foam energy absorber, but we do recommend caution with high-speed impacts with steep transitions - such as going over a set of railroad tracks that do not have the guard between the rails. If damage ever did occur to the wheel pants, we are planning on making them easily replaceable and affordable. 2- Yes, Aptera's solar panels will be able to handle an automatic car wash just fine. We recommend keeping the surface clean for optimal yield. 3- ​​We plan to offer a cargo net and dividers to shield between the luggage space and the cabin to prevent any objects from easily moving around. And to have tie down hooks included in the cargo area. There are plenty of aftermarket possibilities to explore as well! 4- Aptera will have charging capabilities for personal devices, exact configurations to be shared closer to production.

@fotoguru222

2 жыл бұрын

1) "As good as the clearance of a normal sedan car." 2) No, Hand washing only is recommended. Those wheel struts could snag the roller brushes in an automated car wash. How often depends on how dusty and dry your air is. Where I live rain usually takes car of the top of my car. 3) Yes. 4) Yes.

One question, since the cooling comes from the "skin" of the vehicle, won't the black option inhibit cooling, at least to a degree? Or does it come entirely from the undercarriage, which never gets direct sunlight? Second, I'd recommend that anyone with an Aptera ALWAYS park as far forward in the parking stall as possible and NEVER back in. It will be too easy for thoughtless/distracted drivers, particularly in taller vehicles, to see the body of the Aptera, and assume it is much further away and begin turning their vehicle prematurely, not seeing the protruding wheels. Just something to keep in mind.

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

Black, besides adsorbing heat well, is the best color for radiating it. Color might be something of a wash in his regard, with white slowing down the absorbing of heat from hot roads, but also slowing the radiation of heat back into the environment.

@skeptibleiyam1093

2 жыл бұрын

Interesting thought. On the flip side, backing out with the full solar package could be harrowing unless the rear cameras let you see 180 degrees.

@mockingbird187

2 жыл бұрын

@@skeptibleiyam1093 if it doesn't have a great backup camera in this day in age, that'll be a complete failure. Fingers crossed.

These nice debunk-footages will help me to convince some sceptic friends, although they certainly will want to see them from different angles (drive-thru, fetching/feeding the ticket at a parking lot) and in slightly different situations (as ingress/egress the Aptera, and showing that a "low ceiling" of a parking house isn't a problem).

@unclegeorge7845

2 жыл бұрын

Oops! "low ceiling"? My carport ceiling is a bit over 78 inches (6'6"). Hummm. 2:22 makes it look close. Foam ceiling cushions may be called for.?

@charangohabsburg1

2 жыл бұрын

@@unclegeorge7845 The Aptera's height (Alpha prototype) is 57" high with doors closed. judging by the video your carport won't need ceiling cushions for the doors if it wouldn't need one for the guy's head. 😅

Thanks Quincy for not only answering the questions, but showing how well the Aptera works in real life! My only question is since I ordered the 400 mile, full solar, AWD model will I have to wait much longer for the AWD option. I understand that the 400mi/FWD models will be the first built, and I am willing to give up AWD to get mine earlier if i need to, but the extra power of the rear motor is really exciting to me, and I would love to keep that feature without delaying delivery too long. I am OK if control features like torque vectoring and such are not initially available.

@danwat1234

2 жыл бұрын

I have a feeling the rear motor for AWD won't delay your delivery if you live outside of California. By the time they start nationwide deliveries they probably will have finalized all-wheel drive or could ship it but locked in FWD mode until software is finalized.

@deanmcmanis9398

2 жыл бұрын

@@danwat1234 Thanks Dan, but I do live within driving distance of the factory, plus I reserved my Aptera back in 2020, and I am an Aptera Ambassador (I will get to share my Aptera and experiences with many other people), so I could actually be in line to get mine earlier in 2023. I don't want to blow my chances of getting it earlier, but I really want the added performance of AWD too. I would be fine to have AWD built in, but limited until the software gets refined.

@jonsek

2 жыл бұрын

Dean, I have the same question as you. Ordered an 400mi/AWD version in the 1st hour that reservations were accepted. Might for FWD, also.

@cruiser97eric1

2 жыл бұрын

If would be so nice if one could have the vehicle delivered with FWD and later on add the third motor for AWD.

@garywozniak7742

Жыл бұрын

The launch edition is the 400 mile w/awd.

I am very curious as to how you would service brake components on this vehicle. Love the updates, keep up the good work!

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

The wheels unbolt from the motors just as if they were drum brakes, and then the brake rotor and pads are accessible for service. Due to regenerative braking and the light vehicle weight, brake service will be rare.

@pollorey

2 жыл бұрын

@@n.brucenelson5920 Only if they are made out of stainless steel or something that is corrosion resistant.

I'd love to know more specifically about what the safety pilot package will add to Aptera!

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lillian! ​​We plan to offer Safety Pilot with Level 2 autonomy capability, which includes facial tracking, lane keep, adaptive cruise, and emergency braking with the first vehicles. Aptera is working towards a full self-driving model, although those capabilities will be released in stages. As we continue to move toward production, we will be sure to share this information with you on our website!

@mixedup84

2 жыл бұрын

@@ApteraMotors don't waste your time on self-driving, those safety features are sufficient for most folks and tesla is going to have their asses handed to them by this Dawn Project group.

Who would ever even think that any of those things weren't possible.

@mindlessmrawesome

2 жыл бұрын

I was wondering about drive-through ability myself tbh

@oonthetelevision

2 жыл бұрын

people look for anything to discredit products that could change the world

@CautionBlue420

2 жыл бұрын

You'd be surprised how many people say "aPtErA dOeSnT eXiSt, ItS fAkE"

@LarryDickman1

2 жыл бұрын

@@CautionBlue420 You'd be surprised how many people are lonely and have nothing better to do.

@fanfare100

2 жыл бұрын

Those are all natural questions, but then there are those who capitalise on such uncertainties and fears because they fear how sustainable electric vehicles might disrupt the Status Quo. So, I'll tell you who right off to bat who would certainly aim to propagate such myths: ApteraQ! 🤣

Now do it with the Gamma model!

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to it! 🙂

@fanfare100

2 жыл бұрын

@@aussieideasman8498 That's still an whole lot better than Elon's "2 weeks" lol

If you folks can build and sell this car for anything less than $40k, and still make a profit (and thus stay in business) it will be a miracle. I do wish you success though.

@darthmaul216

2 жыл бұрын

Batteries are the biggest cost and aptera doesn’t need many batteries

@fanfare100

2 жыл бұрын

Not only are they going to be profitable, so far their estimates seem to show a 22% profit margin per vehicle. So, what seems to be more a miracle would be that GM actually not go belly up with a Chevy Bolt that has profit margins in the single digits.

@jonsek

2 жыл бұрын

@@fanfare100 And the 400 mile Aptera has a battery 50% less capacity than the Bolt but goes 50% farther with that 40kWh.

@Rhynri

2 жыл бұрын

@@jonsek the Bolt battery is between 60 and 66kWh depending on model year. Similar to the Kona and Niro at 64kWh

@aptera - how does this do in a touchless carwash? I'd worry about the wheel covers getting blown around and that the actual wheels wouldn't be cleaned. I'd also love to see a canine focused video - while I've heard so many things about how Aptera is dog friendly, I'd love to see how this works with a medium to large size dog like a retriever or doodle. Can't wait for mine! 🤩

How much vertical travel does the front suspension allow? Related question… Does the rear wheel have an suspension to dampen trips over pothole filled streets?

Good, helpful video, thanks! Questions: 1. Is Aptera being tested in COLD climates? California is a lot different than here in semi-rural Nova Scotia where I live. I want to know how well the car will deal with cold temperatures....how much range will be lost when using the heating system? How effective is the defroster, etc? 2. If the batteries need to be replaced at some point (or removed for maintenance) or the owner wishes to upgrade to newer-tech batteries or a larger pack sometime down the road, how are the batteries accessed? Are they removed and installed from below or does the interior have to come out?

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

I will be driving an early model in Iowa. I expect that the heater could cost up to 30% range.

@ClickToPreview

2 жыл бұрын

@@n.brucenelson5920 I imagine a/c will also be pretty thirsty, but hopefully not *that* much... I wonder if these range estimates (250, 400, 600, 1000) include using a/c or heat. If not, I'll probably go up to the 600 for myself. I put over 110 miles every working day on my vehicles and I want to leave 20% at the top of the battery and 30% on the bottom for battery longevity. Constantly running a/c in this Texas heat on top of that, and I would only get 156 miles on a "600 mile range" battery!!

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

@@ClickToPreview I think the EPA Highway range estimates are without any climate control turned on and at an average speed of around 48-50 mph. A Better Route Planner has a range estimator that you can play with.

@danielhughes284

2 жыл бұрын

​@@ClickToPreview The heater is resistive, which means it has high energy consumption, combine this with the hyper efficiency of everything else then the heating will be a much larger percent of the total energy usage then in a normal EV, I wouldn't at all be surprised if the range loss is larger than 30%.

@Rhynri

2 жыл бұрын

The Aptera is insulated, since the body is a honeycomb composite. This alone will reduce the heating and cooling usage compared to normal vehicles.

I’m so excited and okay with waiting the longest 🤣 only because I’m saving for my down payment and my lease will be up on my vehicle now … I leased a vehicle to avoid buying another one hopefully this will be my last automobile purchase until a 5 seater comes out bc I need to be able to drive my nieces with me 👯‍♀️

I want to see a 32 oz drink in that bungee cord looking cup holder and go over speed bumps. LoL

@ccibinel

2 жыл бұрын

They need to finish the gamma build for that (hopefully soon). The bungees have only been seen in the renders so far.

@robertd9850

2 жыл бұрын

I fully expect the bungies to disappear. Terrible idea.

@ccibinel

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertd9850 It is incredibly minor even if they turn out to be a durability problem. I could design a part to 3d print to insert into the space in about 15 minutes of effort. Don't sweat the small stuff.

@robertd9850

2 жыл бұрын

@@ccibinel It's not necessarily small stuff. I knew of a woman who once turned down a 7 series BMW her husband was going to buy for her because it didn't have cup holders. Her new car HAD to have them. This was early '90's when they were still not standard. Anyway, the issue is putting the drink between that webbing with one hand which would seem problematic.

My question is if battery packs are upgradeable. Say you ordered the 600 miles and a year later you want the 1000 miles range. (i assume so because it would be cheaper to make one body)

@GoClimbARockEh

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, but probably not very easily done. The batteries are under the seats, so you probably have to dismantle much of the interior to swap it out.

@babaluto

2 жыл бұрын

I'm a 600 mile order holder. I do not see at this point how we will be able to add on packs. The packs would need to be added as a parallel connection, which means each pack would need to be the full 400 volts, of which the 400 mile versions are not. They also stated that the packs are structural so we can't just be adding suitcases at will. Additionally, there is the cabling and coolant lines. Realistically, I don't see adding batteries as an option while keeping the design efficiency at a maximum.

@GoClimbARockEh

2 жыл бұрын

@@babaluto Yeah I don't think you'll be able to order the 400, then just add another 200. But there will be a way to replace the battery, and I'll bet that when you replace it, you can opt for a different size

@jonsek

2 жыл бұрын

@@babaluto Good explanation.

I love that they clarified myth 2... we had more than one discussion about it in our Aptera Facebook group. :)

The Big Question for me is: will I be able to add battery pack later on down the line? can I also upgrade from FWD to AWD later as well? With talks about right to repair, it only seems consistent for these upgrade options to be available.

@babaluto

2 жыл бұрын

This same question was my reasoning to order the 600 mile version. Unless the current battery pack design allows for them to connected in parallel, the answer to your question is likely no. They are calling the battery packs as structural as well, which tells me that each version of the car will be specifically designed. Unfortunately these are part of the trade offs that will allow them to maximize efficiency.

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

At least for the present, a battery pack can't be added to, but it could be swapped out if you can deal with the weight. AWD is likely to be an easier technical addition.

@jonsek

2 жыл бұрын

The fact that the Aptera can add as much as 500 miles to the range in an hour from a 50kW level 2 charger leaves me without range anxiety.

@w4swk1

2 жыл бұрын

@@vic321344 Level 2...

Hello, This tire changing and brake pad replacement is my only hang up about ordering one. Could you make a video about how to change the rear wheel? Showing how to change the front wheel was great except for not showing how to take off the wheel cover. And how to change the brake pads on both the front and rear tires. Other than those two issues I have I would love to order your vehicle when production is up and running. Thank you.

the drive thru one is a bit dishonest imo. the size of the window will cause issues from time to time. that being said, the door design would allow them to open in the drive thru

@ccibinel

2 жыл бұрын

I loved the bubble solid window concept made by one of the forum members. Personally I'd rather have great visibility than be able to open a small window. This would also be way simpler/cheaper. Opening the door for drivethroughs is an edge case and given the aerodynamics of the shape i wouldnt expect much interior cooling by opening that little window.

@kingsbridge3228

2 жыл бұрын

I would like to see more angles on that drive thru shot. Just how far are you reaching to get the food. They sorta did that handoff a little too quickly.

Please show us how it handles the snow this winter

If you have $200M burning a hole in your pocket, please invest in Aptera. They deserve to make it.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the right to work on / repair your own vehicle. I have a 2012 Nissan Leaf, and I'm basically trapped. It's so frustrating now 10 years down the road with parts starting to fall out of warranty. For example, the condition of the battery is about half now, Nissan said they won't give me a new battery because the ones that will fit my model have basically aged out. Also, they will not modify the vehicle to have a newer battery. In addition, they won't refer me to another place or give me the knowledge to attempt it myself. I can't wait till I can get my Aptera!!

@danwat1234

2 жыл бұрын

Sucks! I like the look of the Leaf, decent power. Aftermarket companies have put in ~40 kwh and even ~60 kwh into a first gen leaf but none may live near you? I even heard of a liquid cooled ~40KWh pack you can retrofit into the leaf. Not released yet. --> EVs Enhanced blade 16 battery

Thanks. I would like to see a parallel parking demo, please.

Very much appreciated all your work to keep us informed and on track for the next round, Hoping for this Company and it's continued support. I'm going with my gut on this one👍

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your support, Daniel! Supporters like you drive us forward. 💚

Its huge. I was going to ask if it was coming to the UK but there is no way I'd be able to drive it on our little country lanes.

@fotoguru222

2 жыл бұрын

It has less width than a full sized truck or minibus when you include their mirrors.

@jonevansauthor

2 жыл бұрын

@@fotoguru222 no-one really drives such things in the UK. The Land Rover Discovery Sport is 6'9" wide and that's 6" narrower than this. It's considered offensively large and impossible to drive on some of our narrower streets. Not to mention parking spaces are designed for normal cars. Ben's point makes perfect sense for Europe. I'm sure we'd both be interested in a smaller version though.

Bravo! What a great idea for a series Aptera! Awesome! 👍👍👍

I'd love to see an Aptera parked up within an inch of a tall wall and see if the doors still open and how high the ceiling needs to be to fully open if they do.

@susanharris3202

Жыл бұрын

Wonder if there are (plans for) any sensors to detect distance of doors to outside objects on the upper radius that allow doors to adjust opening rotation with an earlier stop?

@CarkeekW

Жыл бұрын

@@susanharris3202 maybe but they add weight and complexity , perhaps a diagram will pop up to show us the swing arc ?

The biggest myth is that the car is small. Its actually a decent size

@Okurka.

Жыл бұрын

It's wider than a Hummer.

1) What sort of efficiency do your solar cells achieve? 2) What is the power-to-weight ratio of the vehicle? 3) What is the recharge rate of the vehicle when it is plugged in? 4) What is the mass of the solar cells vs the mass of the vehicle? 5) Does the interior have some way to compensate for the increased heat of sitting in the sun to charge?

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

1 22- 23%. 3. 13 miles per hour of plug time from a 110 VAC 15 amp circuit. 5. Yes. Fan and AC.

@robertd9850

2 жыл бұрын

I would think the interior would not get as hot as most cars sitting in the sun if you have the full solar package because the back window would be covered by solar panels which would shade the inside.

@fotoguru222

2 жыл бұрын

(2) Depends on which battery size you get. The motors are 50 KiloWatts each. The weight is about 800 kg (1,800 pounds) for the 60kW-hr FWD version, and less for the smaller battery versions. (From Wikipedia)

@jonsek

2 жыл бұрын

3. 8 miles per minute with a Level 2, 50kW charger.

Great video Quincy but i have more questions since i do a lot of DiY for car services. What sizes are the tires, can i fit in 215/55/R17 tires and/or swap wheels with VOLK RACING Wheels? Does the jacking points will be clearly marked and does the vehicle come with standard OEM jack? Will it be as easy as ICE to replace brake rotors and pads for front and back? Does the front or rear suspension can be replace with after market coil over kit like KW or Fox or H&R? Will i be able to install under belly LED light kit or additional LED fog lights on the vehicle? What type of electrical connectivity for lights accessories? Sorry, a friend of mine curious about it. And this is for those who like to carry cargo on roof top, does the vehicle be able to support roof rack system for a bicycle or a SUP or a kayak? Does each aptera come with Pet Mode like in Tesla? How many cameras on board and can it be use as security mode to record or taking pictures? How many USB-C 20v fast charging port in the vehicle or does it come with wireless charging pad? And finally, when will Aptera open another round of investment for reserved customers and investors? Sorry for all the weird questions, but curiosity may kicks in sooner or later about these questions. Please do make another video in answering these questions if you would and very much appreciated of course.

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

Aptera runs on 195/45 R16 tires. The jacking points will be clearly marked. I don't know if a jack will be included. Tire repairs shouldn't require jacking. Rotor and pad replacement should be simple and very infrequent. Aptera grants right to repair, and I expect a large aftermarket to grow up around it. The roof is certainly strong, but there would be a huge aerodynamic hit to the range if you were to use a rooftop carrier. A trailer might be a better option. Aptera has a pet mode. Aptera has an open round now for qualified investors. They have hit their limits for this year, but it is possible that there will be another round for small investors next year. I hope this helps. I don't know the answers to your other questions.

Reservation holder and investor here... I'm wondering: which battery pack models will be able to achieve the 3.5 second 0 to 60? There's been a lot of discussion that only certain battery pack sizes will be able to do it that quickly. Thanks for clarifying things!

@kylewolff1728

2 жыл бұрын

My impression is that the 400mi AWD version will be 3.5s 0-60, and I'm guessing the lighter 250 will be slightly faster, and the longer range versions slightly slower. The front-wheel drive version has less acceleration.

@shilvock22

2 жыл бұрын

@@kylewolff1728 for sure you need to have all wheel drive to achieve the fastest acceleration. But this is why I ask the question... Because I've been hearing that only the 600 mi version will have the voltage or amperage required to get to 60 in 3.5 seconds. It would just be nice to hear from aptera themselves to put this confusion to rest.

@charangohabsburg1

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it really is the 3-motor drive that will accelerate from 0-60 in 3.5 sec. regardless of the battery pack size which are of the same voltage but different capacity (well, as said by Kile Wolff a bigger battery pack weighs more, so the lighter ones might give a bit of an advantage over the bigger and heavier ones).

@kylewolff1728

2 жыл бұрын

@@shilvock22 Oh, I hadn't heard that. Thanks for the heads up!

@shilvock22

2 жыл бұрын

@@kylewolff1728 Don't get me wrong... I hope the 400 mile range version achieves those performance numbers because that's the version I'd love to buy and currently have reserved.

I'm pretty excited to see these on the road

I can't remember the last time I had to change my tyre. It seems a bit pointless worrying about something that might never happen. Besides that is why you have the A.A. or R.A.C.

@rp9674

2 жыл бұрын

AAA

@Blox117

2 жыл бұрын

wow your tires must be made out of superman's costume

Great video. Can you do a follow up video on how to change the brake pad and rotors?

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

As soon as we enter production we will launch videos covering maintenance questions :)

Just curious about windshield wipers. Are they the standard type? Wish there was a more aerodynamic alternative. Yup! Crazy engineer type

@danwat1234

2 жыл бұрын

One large wiper if it's the same design as the 10+ year old design

@corneliusva

2 жыл бұрын

as ultra aerodynamic as it is I would think that a little bit of Rain-X and you would never have to worry about it even having a wiper

@danwat1234

2 жыл бұрын

@@corneliusva for a lot of situations but you still need a wiper for safety such as defogging etc and nozzles to spray cleaner. They should have both because they are developing it with the safety and features of a car.

@corneliusva

2 жыл бұрын

@@danwat1234 I'm not saying they shouldn't have the wipers and so forth because I think that's actually a DOT requirement. I was only musing because I remember something about the testing with this car and a Prius behind it and the Prius was covered in bugs at the completion of the test but the aptera had two. Bugs just simply flew over it because of the slipstream

@danwat1234

2 жыл бұрын

@@corneliusva yeah I remember something about that too in one of the recent videos maybe Rich rebuilds when chris Anthony was animating a bug flying over the car, weeeeee!

Does the Aptera have air conditioning?

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

Yes.

Wait y’all in San Diego??? Holy fuck. I was born and raised here. I’m so pumped for this to change the transportation industry for the better. I would love to see a family friendly version of this. That sounds like a super daunting task but I believe in y’all.

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! It's the perfect place to create a solar EV. Though we are focused on getting the 3-wheeler to market, we are planning to expand to 4-wheel form factors down the road.

I have already made my reservation. I would like to see a video where the Aptera is piloted by a person 5 foot three or shorter. I’ve seen a lot of footage around how well the Aptera accommodates large people. Let’s hit the other end of the spectrum!

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thanks for your support. Good point! We haven’t done a minimum height analysis below 5’2” but I’d think we should be comfy below that a bit. Stay up to date with opportunities for you to experience Aptera personally at: aptera.us/events/

What is included in the process that allows the owner of the aptera to remove the wheel covers and not a random passerby while the car is parked? Is there any added theft protection for this area due to its ability to attract attention?

@susanharris3202

Жыл бұрын

Good question. Clearly Aptera design is attention grabber & could attract attention from less desirable gawkers. Maybe wheel locks ...but what to do for fairings? And, what would keep a bunch of cruising teens from lifting the Aptera's 1600lbs(?) and moving the vehicle just for fun!?

Great job Quincy!

Hi Aptera-Team, thank you for your sharing first principles and thoughts the customers also think about. I love your concept and efficiency and awaiting my 400m version hopefully next year. ⚙One more question from mine is about the unsprung mass because the inwheelers from elaphe and the lightweight body. So how do you avoid wobbling, noises and damage from hard suspension?

What is the interior width door handle to door handle ?

My work has installed solar panels over all the parking spaces, with a few gaps. Depending on the which season, and which gap, the amount of sun charging will change as the sun angle changes during the seasons. I would like to know if there will be a display saying how much charge each solar cell is generating. That way if the tail keeps getting shaded, as an example, I can try to find a different spot. The idea of going out once an hour to see what, if any part of the aptera is under shade is not very appealing. On top of that it would change every month and the sun angle changes. So going outside once a month every hour on the hour and then mapping the spot for next year would be made a lot easier if aptera told me which cell, not just the total, was getting the most sun. I would think this issue would also show up for employer parking lots with tall trees. Thanks for bring this feature request before your engineers.

@corneliusva

2 жыл бұрын

I don't know that engineers could figure out anything about the parking structure that you're discussing but as a backup they do have the ability to charge conventionally up to a level two

@jonsek

2 жыл бұрын

The best I plan to do is just to keep the vehicle away from areas with shade during the day. There is an optimal sun angle but from what I've read, there is still adequate solar charging at non-optimal angles.

@pppppp-jt5ue

2 жыл бұрын

@@jonsek And how would one know a tree was shading the aptera unless a person goes out every hour during the work day and checks? Having an energy gained per solar cell measurement is much easier. On top of that, an energy gained per cell measurement would be great way to tell if a cell goes bad or a short from/to the cell has occurred. Like what was also said, the angle changes during the year. What is a good parking spot for full sun in July may not be a good parking spot in September. Us engineers enjoy data and optimizing things. So having the ability to reset the amount of charge gained to zero to start measuring would be a great feature for us engineers. Kind of like the Trip A, Trip B odometers on an ICE car.

Another excellent video!! Thank you!

Lovely video, may i suggest more myths/topics that have I believe have even more consumer value: -Aptera will not be subject to the EV vehicle credits -Aptera will not handle well in snow/icy conditions -Aptera will not have pet mode ambient control by default -Aptera turning radius will be comparable to trucks -Aptera has a crash NHTSA and IIHS rating of 4 or above Thanks!

She speaks very well and the parking bit makes me feel much better

More of these please!

And just like that, I know where I'm going for lunch! :-) (Oh yes, also, very excited for this vehicle.)

Can't wait to get mine 😍

When is the general July monthly update coming? Can’t get enough aptera news it’s so exciting seeing this thing come to life

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Stay tuned! We can't wait to release more content! 😊

How rugged are the wheel covers if you accidentally scrape a curb? Will you hit the tire or the covers?

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

They are carbon fiber with sacrificial EVA portions. Much better than the front air dam on my present vehicle.

@danwat1234

2 жыл бұрын

Highly flexible material on lower portion of the covers. I am expecting heavy scratch/rub marks on that area and just to ignore it.

@robertd9850

2 жыл бұрын

I'm putting curb feelers on mine!

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

The wheel covers are molded from carbon fiber and have a sacrificial EVA portion. It shouldn't be a big issue.

@fanfare100

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertd9850 Curb feelers may add to the drag coefficient and therefore reduce range.

Go Aptera, go solar!

If there is a 'tool' required to remove the wheel fairings, I hope Aptera makes the storage and access of that tool easy- like integrating a storage slot/box in the driver's door armrest. I would hate to see such a tool buried under the rear cargo floor.

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

We are waiting for news on this detail.

Would you show how the Aptera backs up please. Also does it have Regen while braking? YES this is fantastic vehicle. I would like to watch a 6' person get in & out of the Aptera. Yes we all have questions & these videos are GREAT! Keep them coming!

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

Aptera does have several levels of Regen braking. There is video of Chris Anthony getting into the alpha vehicles, and he is 6'4" The production vehicles are even better.

Will there be driver and passenger side air bags?

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

Yes.

@ccibinel

2 жыл бұрын

@@n.brucenelson5920 Are you sure? They confirmed airbags but I don't recall side air bags specifically.

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

@@ccibinel in my reply, I meant for both the driver and passenger. I don't know if there will be side bags. I suspect that they will be aircraft style seatbelt mounted airbags.

International deliveries?

@charangohabsburg1

2 жыл бұрын

As per this video 2024.

Great video. Having hard time waiting for mine.

Awesome! Looking forward to receiving mine - Thanks

Thanks for video Quincy, assume there will be an option to take delivery of your Aptera at plant? I live on the east coast, but would be willing to fly out and drive back.

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

We look forward to announcing delivery and pick up options nearing the time of production ramp up!

@LarryDickman1

2 жыл бұрын

@@ApteraMotors Thanks for replying to his question. I want to do the same.

@robertd9850

2 жыл бұрын

Wonder if they are looking at Carvana/Vrooom/Carmax, etc. for distribution. It might make sense since they have the infrastructure in place and sell mostly used cars but I'm no expert on car distribution. Maybe follow the Carvana model too for warranty work with somebody like NTB.

🤗👍GREAT JOB QUINCY …of debunking 😎😁😍😍😍

My big fear with parking is other cars hitting your wheels judging your cars distance by the width of the body and cutting too early when backing or too late when entering.

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

Of course, there is a learning curve with any new vehicle and there will always be daydreaming drivers. Many of us will probably park our new Aptera a little further away to add a degree of protection against such incidents.

My main concern is safety. Where do airbags fit in a vehicle that small? How would it fair in a side collision?

I'd still like to know how it will handle in heavy snow. I've been caught in a blizzard before. It wasn't fun and I had to basically drive under 20 mph, but I can't imagine an Aptera would be able to drive at all.

@danhuby

2 жыл бұрын

Why do you think it'd have an issue? It's AWD (well, if you specified that)

@malnorice

2 жыл бұрын

@@danhuby I suppose I was thinking more of the lighting, heating, and the treads. Do they even make winter tires that size?

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

@@malnorice Yes, you can get studded snow tires. I have one in order for year round use in Iowa. The ABS/traction control is superior to anything else on the road. It can sense wheel slip and adjust torque every 2.5 inches of wheel travel.

@sprockkets

2 жыл бұрын

@@malnorice I would think that 16 inch tires are relatively easy to come by, even if the world has gone crazy with larger wheels.

@jonj9149

2 жыл бұрын

The points of contact with the ground are laid out much like a snowmobile and the torque vectoring should do wonders. I would think it would do awesome in the snow.

I was wondering how you would park on a hill? Usually you have to turn in your wheels on a downward slope, or outward on an uphill slope. Would that cause the wheel covers to hit the curb?

@danhuby

2 жыл бұрын

Isn't that just in case the brakes fail? You're not meant to actually touch the kerb with the wheels.

@danwat1234

2 жыл бұрын

The wheel covers, at least the "off-road" version has a highly flexible and (i think) replaceable material on the bottom corners if the ground clearance isn't quite enough so it shouldn't be a worry. Check out the 'no more wobbly wheel pants' video. Wonder if the front wheels will have parking pawls and the rear and electronic e-brake, or all 3 ebrakes

Thank you Aptera team for filming some of the things I suggested on Reddit to Chris. Looking forward to seeing where the jacking point is on a production model, looked like you guys just used a metal bracket on the beta which wouldn't be an option on a fully encapsulated model.

RE: tight parking, like a few others, I too noticed that Space around the front wheels looks tight. Do you plan to have an on-screen video guide that we can enable such that we can park easily? Kinda like what we have when we are reversing in traditional cars like Tesla Model3? Except that this would be during parking, perhaps on-demand thru screen-selection

How does the aptera perform on winter roads? The center of a snowy road is snow-covered, and has poor traction.

@charangohabsburg1

2 жыл бұрын

Vector torque will do the trick.

@robertd9850

2 жыл бұрын

I would think it should be as good as the average AWD vehicle with traction control and antilock brakes.

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

Based on my experience with the Gen 1 Honda Insight, I think it will be exceptionally good. Aptera has a very sensitive ABS/Traction control that can sense slip and adjust torque about every 2.5" of tire tread travel - 32 times per wheel revolution. I plan to use studded snow tires in Iowa.

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

@@vic321344 It is not meant to. Th lack of a 4th wheel reduces rolling resistance, weight, cost, and aerodynamic drag, and we already know the vehicle passes the moose test- something many 4 wheel vehicles can't do.

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

@@vic321344 Why the FUD? And another lie. Most US cars can't pass the moose test, and it isn't a requirement here.

Aptera turned me from an EV pessimist into an enthusiast.

@corneliusva

2 жыл бұрын

I put my reservation in myself because I was not enthusiastic about other vehicles that were hybrid or not very friendly for repair and this vehicle from Aptera is solar and not just a battery that has to be plugged in all the time. Add that they have very friendly attitude toward self repair and if you wanted to upgrade your batteries it's not going to cost a second mortgage and the batteries are said to be warranty for 200,000 miles

@robertd9850

2 жыл бұрын

Me too. I said when something comes along that is not another expensive luxury EV, I'll bite. This offers so much and at a great price. I have no need for a 1000 mile range so the 400 sits right in my price range.

@corneliusva

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertd9850 a lot of the news isn't even reporting on aptera and there's something made out of the EU that costs over $200,000 that to me is about as good as this honestly but I like this better

@robertd9850

2 жыл бұрын

@@corneliusva Plus I ain't got no stinkin' $200k to spend on a car!

@corneliusva

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertd9850 if i spent $200k on a car, I would say I'd lost my mind.

Another strong sceptical opinion or worry that litterally screams for being proven unnecessary or wrong with an instructional video is the handling of the yoke. It just has been the other day when I was driving over an alpine pass with 51 hairpin turns on the climb and I imagined how it would be if my car had a yoke instead of the steering wheel. I found out the only times a yoke would have been inconvenient was, when I really found it helpful to grab the steering wheel right on its "neutral-position-top" in the middle of a tight curve and at the same time had to shift (manually). Of course these were not only still my own mistakes, but more importantl the Aptera has no gears to shift!

It is August 5th as I write this. stay tuned next week for more details of the gamma model prototype. The next delta, due in December, will be production intent.

I'm wondering how replacing one of the solar cell would work if something were to go wrong with one or it gets damaged. Would the customer be able to order them and install themselves?

@n.brucenelson5920

Жыл бұрын

Yes. Aptera grants right to repair, so you could source them from Aptera or anyone else if you wish.

Which reminds me, when going through a toll on a paid highway, what category of vehicle does Aptera fall under and what would the effect be on tolls? Like, If I apply for an easy-pass, they have categories like 2 axes, 4 axes, motorcycle and motorcycle with side-car, but I did not see anything about trikes. I assume it will cost less. But I doughnut wanna make any assumptions. 😆

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Aptera is classified as an enclosed autocycle. We will provide more information about this as we get closer to full scale production ramp!

@Blox117

2 жыл бұрын

3 axles

When you guys finally release Aptera to the public. What is the process of repairs like when some mechanical, electronic fails, or got into an accident? Can these repairs be done by any general mechanic and autobody shops? Do you guys plan in the future that your company will handle all the customers repairs? Especially, if someone reverse a pre-order who is not local to San Diego. I wonder about the repairs process since Aptera is such a unique, awesome, and one of the kind vehicle.

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

Aptera grants right to repair and anyone can get parts and work on them. The repair documents will be open source, and they plan videos for repair procedures.

Love your cars, great media presence can’t wait for you to come to Australia

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your continued support, Troy! We look forward to heading to Australia in the future. 🙂

Thx. for the video. I am both an Aptera reservation holder and an investor. Can you tell me if I can use Aptera to power my house (V2H Capability) in the event of an outage. If this is not possible, what is preventing Aptera from implementing this even though Tesla is yet to make a bi-directional charger.

@rngalston

2 жыл бұрын

they're working on it!

@Soothsayer210

2 жыл бұрын

@Eric Dow thx. for the detailed reply. I understand the problems with V2G standardization. But i was talking about V2H, which i thought should be much more easy since we don't have to depend on the grid.

@kenmcclow8963

2 жыл бұрын

@@Soothsayer210 You will have to have a home disconnect so the car isn't powering anything beyond your house and endangering line workers. Ford never mentions that the electrical upgrades to your house will run $4k-8k depending on what you have. Tesla will not support V2G because they sell home storage batteries. I think a better solution is for car makers to offer V2L where the car can support some things but not a huge inverter to support the whole house. I have a portable solar generator that can power a few important things in my house like the refrigerator and a small AC if needed and it was less than $2k including solar panels to recharge it

@fotoguru222

2 жыл бұрын

They said the Aptera will include a 120 volt inverter and plug so you can use it to power whatever a single normal home outlet can, but not a whole house. For example, a fridge or a microwave or a window air conditioner, but not all at once.

@Soothsayer210

2 жыл бұрын

@@fotoguru222 that is exactly what i am looking for. Just the basic stuff to power your hose in case of an emergency.

0:45 and 0:46 why did you edit it if it takes it with no problem. Why are there cuts?

Great video! Very informative. Will there be a spare tire? And how about a roof rack for those taking the aptera camping? Can't wait for the next video!

@n.brucenelson5920

2 жыл бұрын

No spare is planned. I think roof racks will be left to the aftermarket. There may be provision to tow a small trailer.

As both an investor and reservation holder, I live in FL and have an hour daily commute to the space coast. Will the Aptera team do a deep dive on the HVAC system and how they plan to reject enough heat through the skin for a properly design AC system? If a traditional condenser unit isn't going to be utilized can the Aptera team share estimated heat rejection data and how that compares to vehicles with similar sized cabins.

Question If you order a 400 mile battery pack can I add another module to upgrade to 600 or 1000 mile range later?

@FACE-PROFILERZ

2 жыл бұрын

Additional battery for every range mileage you need, I believe.

@andyalbright1991

2 жыл бұрын

@@FACE-PROFILERZ yes but can I order another battery module after I already received my Aptera and upgrade myself with help from a garage?

@glen2880

2 жыл бұрын

I saw an interview with Steve and he said that wasn't posable but it was awhile ago.

@FACE-PROFILERZ

2 жыл бұрын

@@andyalbright1991 Andy am one of the Aptera's Ambassador to spread awareness. You may visit Aptera's website for more specific questions. Or you may email Sarah Hardwick she's a Marketing Manager.

@ccibinel

2 жыл бұрын

@@andyalbright1991 Pretty sure you would need to replace the entire pack. No other EV has a modularly extendable pack. I'm 90% sure Chris even answered this in one of the ambassador calls that Aptera Owners Club posted. Maybe April?

Silly question but I will be one of those who wanna tint the windows. Will this process be difficult?

@fotoguru222

2 жыл бұрын

🤔It uses normal automotive window glass, so the process is the same as on any car.

@chriswood454

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the response. Just have to ask even if it seems minor

Very cool. It was cool seeing the tires be changed. Still don’t know how the rear one will be changed though.

@kenmcclow8963

2 жыл бұрын

The same way you change a tire on any motorcycle. The swingarm is pretty standard although it looks like there will be a jack point in front of the wheel. However since you won't have a spare, you won't be doing it on the side of the road. You could use a plug or tire sealant, or call for a flatbed

Can a left-foot gas pedal be installed? One version, the most secure type, requires drilling holes for the bolts.

Will we be able to drive it without the wheel pants? I know it's the most aerodynamic, but it does look cool without them!

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

It will be possible to drive Aptera without the wheel pants, although it is not recommended due to the impact it has on efficiency.

@danwat1234

2 жыл бұрын

No front turn signals with covers removed. I don't think there are any front turn signals on the nose

@ccibinel

2 жыл бұрын

@@ApteraMotors I think its also a legal issue in many jurisdictions. Here in BC we don't even let trucks have their wheels stick out from the body at all - an aptera with uncovered wheels would be far more dangerous

@fotoguru222

2 жыл бұрын

Perhaps for off-road use only. You need some kind of fender to be road legal.

Excellent myth busting. This was very helpful.

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! 💚

At one time, Aptera had a spreadsheet available: Aptera Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).xls

@fotoguru222

2 жыл бұрын

They still have a FAQ page on their website hidden under the 3 bars in the upper left corner.

@HytelGrp

2 жыл бұрын

@@fotoguru222 Thank-you for sharing this.

Is Aptera going to be at Fully Charged Live! In San Diego this September? I’d love to see one in-person. I have a 600 mile on order. Can’t wait!

@ApteraMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! We'll see you there 😎