Debut of Solar-Powered Electric Bus by our organization and Pepper
In a groundbreaking development, Sono Group N.V. and pepper motion GmbH have teamed up to debut an electric bus equipped with solar technology, marking a significant step towards the mission of "solar on every vehicle."
Based in Munich, pepper motion GmbH specialises in developing innovative solar-powered mobility solutions, integrating solar technology into electric vehicles to extend range or provide auxiliary power. The collaboration with Sono Group, an international OEM for the electrification of used and new vehicles, is a new milestone project in this pursuit.
The solar bus kit, installed on an electrified Mercedes-Benz Citaro, features 14 semi-flexible solar modules. This installation is anticipated to generate 3.3 kWh of energy per day on average, based on weather conditions in Munich. When solar energy supply is insufficient, the e-bus' DC/DC charger takes over energy supply to ensure continuous operation.
The electric bus is ISO 9001 certified and adheres to international automotive industry safety standards, ensuring operational safety. Sono Group's disruptive solar technology can be integrated into various vehicle architectures, paving the way for climate-friendly mobility.
The partnership supports Sono Group's mission to make every vehicle solar. By leveraging renewable solar energy, the collaboration aims to reduce carbon footprint and operational costs, promoting innovation in vehicle electrification integrated with sustainable energy.
The test phase for this project has commenced across Europe and will last for two years. For media inquiries, please visit press@our website, and for investor relations, visit ir@our website. The company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission can be found on the SEC's website and on the company's website.
It is important to note that the company's forward-looking statements do not constitute guarantees or predictions of future events. They involve inherent risks, uncertainties, and contingencies. Sono Group does not assume any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements.
With more than 100 employees and subsidiaries in Austria and international partners in Italy, France, and Poland, pepper motion GmbH is at the forefront of solar-powered mobility solutions. Together, Sono Group and pepper motion GmbH are demonstrating scalable solutions for integrating solar technology into mass transit or commercial electric vehicles, advancing broader adoption of solar-powered mobility.
- This collaboration between Sono Group and pepper motion GmbH, two pioneers in their fields, is a significant stride towards integrating solar technology into the business of vehicle electrification, thereby supporting the mission of making every vehicle solar-powered.
- As part of this mission, the newly introduced solar bus, equipped with innovative solar-powered mobility solutions from pepper motion GmbH, is anticipated to generate environmental-science-based energy, reducing carbon footprint and operational costs in the industry.
- With Sono Group's disruptive solar technology and pepper motion GmbH's expertise in solar-powered mobility solutions, they are propelling technology forward, aiming to promote climate-friendly mobility and drive innovation in the finance and business sectors.
