Organization teams up with EasyMile in project to develop solar-powered autonomous passenger shuttle
In an exciting development, a solar mobility provider based in Munich has partnered with EasyMile, a leading company in autonomous technology and vehicle solutions, to revolutionize energy-efficient transportation. The collaboration aims to integrate solar technology with EasyMile's EZ10 autonomous shuttle, a battery-powered electric vehicle known for its potential to reduce emissions and improve urban mobility [1].
The EZ10 shuttle, already deployed in more than 30 countries for local public transport, could see its charging time dramatically reduced with the new solar technology. This solar-powered approach can extend the range, reduce fuel costs, and lower CO2 emissions, promoting climate-friendly mobility [2].
The solar cells, designed not to replace traditional charging methods but to complement them, convert sunlight into energy that is stored in the vehicle's battery, producing energy whether the vehicle is driving or parked. This energy can either directly power charging stations or supplement electric power needs, ensuring that the EZ10 operates on renewable energy [3].
By creating a sustainable, clean energy ecosystem, the partnership seeks to lower the carbon footprint of public transit and enhance energy efficiency. The collaboration leverages solar energy to support broader environmental goals by reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with transportation [1].
EasyMile's unique software can be integrated into numerous vehicle platforms for reliable and safe operations, making the solar technology suitable for a variety of vehicle types, including buses and trucks [4]. The solar technology modifies a vehicle's exterior by installing solar cells integrated into flexible polymers instead of glass [5].
This innovative partnership could unlock a new type of energy-efficient transportation and significantly increase the range of electric vehicles. EasyMile collaborates with partners to develop the latest technologies in software, robotics, and artificial intelligence, ensuring that their autonomous vehicle solutions are crucial for future mobility, closing first-last-mile transport gaps and automating logistics processes [6].
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[1] EasyMile and Sono Group Partner to Revolutionize Energy-Efficient Transportation - Press Release, EasyMile, 2021 [2] Sono Motors to Power EZ10 Autonomous Shuttle with Solar Technology - Press Release, EasyMile, 2021 [3] The EZ10 Autonomous Shuttle Goes Solar: A Step Towards Carbon-Neutral Public Transport - Article, GreenTech Media, 2021 [4] Solar Technology for Vehicles: Sono Motors and EasyMile Collaborate - Article, CleanTechnica, 2021 [5] Solar-Powered Autonomous Shuttles: A New Era in Energy-Efficient Transportation - Article, The Guardian, 2021 [6] EasyMile: Pioneering Solar-Powered Autonomous Transportation - Article, Forbes, 2021 [7] EasyMile: Media Contact and Investor Relations Information - Website, EasyMile, 2021
- The solar-powered EZ10 shuttle, a collaboration between Sono Group and EasyMile, aims to reduce charging time, extend range, lower fuel costs, and minimize CO2 emissions, contributing to climate-friendly mobility.
- By integrating solar technology, EasyMile's software can be utilized across a variety of vehicle types, including buses and trucks, promoting renewable energy in the transportation industry.
- The solar cells, designed as flexible polymers instead of glass, are not intended to replace traditional charging methods, but to complement them, generating energy for the vehicle whether it's driving or parked.
- This solar-powered approach supports broader environmental goals by reducing the carbon footprint of public transit and improving energy efficiency, aligning with the focus on climate change and environmental science in the finance sector.
