Like many Australians, I think ofsolar energywhen I think of powering the future.
And this is becoming even more of a reality.
To minimize plug-charging and maximize range, the industrys strategy, so far, has been to add batteries.
By comparison, Lightfoot has been in the R&D trenches.
This makes it possible to drive for weeks, or even months, without charging.
Impressively, with Lightyear 0, any power outlet becomes a charging station.
Theres a downside
Look, there are many things to be impressed about in the Lightyear 0.
But the biggest downside is cost.
The companys first release is a luxury model with only 946 cars to be manufactured.
Thatsa lotof money in anyones budget.
Sono Motors Sion costs $31,600 (28,500) and is planning to start manufacturing next year.
Sure, there will be plenty of people who want to be the first owners.
Im just not sure they are all in Europe.
Story byCate Lawrence
Cate Lawrence is an Australian tech journo living in Berlin.
