Electric Pickup Trucks Are Set to Receive an Endless Power Source

Is the world ready for a solar-powered pickup? It's about to get one, as Telo Trucks has partnered with solar car company Aptera to add solar panels to its MT1 pickup. Telo claims it has the world's most efficient electric truck, and says it can use solar panels to help charge up on the go even in remote locations.

Solar panels from Aptera on the roof of the truck and the tonneau cover for the bed help add charge to the Telo MT1's battery. Panels on the available camper shell help increase charging options for the truck if you're using it for camping instead of hauling, much like the ill-fated Ocean SUV.

Solar Panels on the Roof and Rear Provide an Additional Six Miles Daily

According to Telo, the solar panels can produce a maximum of 200 watts during optimal sunlight conditions, contributing between one and two kWh daily based on the vehicle's location. Telo also mentions that the MT1 is equipped with a 106 kWh battery, allowing for a range of 350 miles. This translates to approximately 3.3 miles per kWh, suggesting that utilizing the solar panels for charging could provide approximately six miles of driving range each day.

Certainly, viewing it from that perspective might overlook the main idea. Relying solely on solar energy for charging could be impractical due to the time it requires, despite being abundant and cost-free. However, utilizing solar panels to generate enough power for the camper would significantly reduce