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Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Solar Bug

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The solar bug is an electric car that has solar panels on top capable of recharging its batteries (lead acid based) to increase the car's range by 1/3. The company hopes to be able to amke the car run 100% on solar energy in the future. It's got a top speed of 35 mph, a range of 60 miles, and takes 4-6 hours to recharge via plug. it weighs 900 pounds and will go for around $9,500 when it hits the road next year.