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This is the solar-powered 'BOcruiser,' presented yesterday in the western German city of Bochum. Set to compete in the 3,000 km (1,864 mi) World Solar Challenge later this month in Australia, it's certainly an odd-looking solar car. More »
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It's been a couple days since The Nikkei reported the possibility of a Toyota solar-powered car. We knew it was bunk then, and now today, Toyota's denying it. More »
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The world's smallest solar-powered racing car is smaller than a matchbook and, at just £11.99, it's actually affordable. With dimensions of 33×22x14 mm, it's also rather cute. The tiny electric car is basically a solar cell with a miniature electric motor and four wheels, able to run either on the power of the sun or on the power of a strong artificial light. The claim of it being a "race car" is a bit dubious, but we've already invented a way to race the cars. Buy two of them and see which one soaks up the sun best for the ultimate, eco-friendly drag race. More »
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It may be a stretch to call it a car, as Steve Titus' Solar Bug is mostly an electric ATV with a cartoonish fiberglass frame. Nevertheless, you've got to give the guy credit for trying to live the dream. The mini two-seater features a bank of batteries connected to roof mounted solar panels. The Solar Bug isn't fully solar, as it will supply approximately 10-20 miles worth of the total 60 mile charging range. More »
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