Nope. Three wheels.
And if you hit anything with this vehicle, you will die instantly.
Herbie the love Aptera? Does not ring.
If they can find people to buy it, I’m very happy for them.
You know the funny thing is, when you look around during the morning commute, most cars only have one person in it. So as a commuter, the limited seating shouldn’t be an issue. I’d like to know power...sure it gets up to 75MPH, but how long? 30 seconds? No thanks.
Repotedly, they will use the advanced East German technology and call the car Trabant.
To each his own — God Bless America. That’s the beauty of freedom, granola-crunching hippies can drive whatever they want, and so can I.
If people want to drive that golf cart, more power to them. Wouldn’t pull in front of my Expedition going too slow, though — crunch! Not even sure I’d feel it under the tires.
Betcha it isn’t going from 0-60mph in less than 2 minutes unless you push it off a cliff.
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Huh, one liter what? One liter cup holders? One liter total weight? Car is the size of a one liter water bottle?
I heard it may need to be registered as a motorcycle.
If it’s gonna look like hte pic at this site, i’d buy one. probably no more or less safe than riding the HD, or even a moped! And even HD and moped owners would be lucky to get 200mpg!
http://www.engadget.com/2007/10/10/apteras-300-mpg-car-available-for-pre-order/
Keep hearing all these marvelous things "green" technology is suppose to produce. Only problem, the end product never lives up to the marketing and it is never anything an average person can afford.
Nope. Three wheels.
finally dragging those magic water-carburetors off the shelves, eh?
I don’t think I’d even fit into a 1-litre car.
If I were single with no kids to transport I’d get one if the price was right.
Publicity shot of the prototype 925cc Kraft durch Freide Wagen (Strength through Joy Car).
Here’s an overall description of the Aptera
The Aptera has a 2 plus 1 seating configuration. The two front seats are arranged as standard side by side seating. There is also a center infant seat behind the driver and passenger. The side doors open to the front and upward completely inside the front wheel track so you never have to worry about hitting the vehicle parked next to you or damaging your door while exiting your Aptera in a tight garage. There is enough storage in the rear for 15 bags of groceries, or 2 full size golf club bags. And the Aptera is even big enough for a couple of seven foot surf boards and any associated beach accessories.
Here is what’s available in every Aptera
Driver and passenger side Airbags
Energy absorbing and impact deflecting passenger Safety Cell
Advanced drive computer with GPS navigation, CD/MP3/DVD player, XM satellite radio, Large View Rear Camera, and complete vehicle diagnostic system
“Eyes Forward” vision system with 180 degree rear sight picture displayed in the driver’s field of view to enhance situational awareness
LED interior and exterior lighting for maximum energy efficiency
Solar assisted Climate Control System so you always enter a comfortable Aptera that is never too hot or cold
And an RFID(Radio Frequency ID) key fob so you never have to pull out your keys to enter or start your Aptera. The key fob simply remains in your pocket or purse.
Here is where you have an option (drive topology)
(Do you want to drive long distances or do you just want to use your Aptera for your daily commute, chores, and as a general around town vehicle?)
All Electric This Aptera is powered exclusively with batteries and will get you around town to the tune of approximately 120 miles depending on your driving conditions. At night you simply plug the Aptera into any standard 110 volt outlet and in just a few hours you will have a fully charged vehicle that will take you another 120 miles. The approximate cost of this option with all the features listed above will be $26,900.
Plug-in Series Hybrid This Aptera is also powered by an electric drive train but it is assisted by a fuel efficient gasoline powered generator which stretches your range significantly. In typical driving you may achieve over 300 miles per gallon and you will have range far beyond any passenger vehicle available today. The approximate cost of this option with all the features listed above will be $29,900.
Cool. A car with the engine displacement of a St. Bernard’s bowel movement.
Please make sure you have made arrangements for eternal salvation prior to merging onto the interstate.
How will it hold up to a crash like my 12/18 mpg Titan? Thanks, but no thanks. I will gladly pay the price at the pump for peace of mind about my family.
If it would use ethanol, Then you can just claim the Jugs is full of fuel.