Dutch Company Launches Solar-Powered Electric Car That Does Not Require a Driver’s License

Company From The Netherlands Will Launch A New Super Compact Electric Car That Does Not Require A Driver’s License. The Solar-Powered Car Still Has 100 Km Of Range And Several Other State-Of-The-Art Technologies.

The Dutch company Squad Mobility announced on Monday (16) the launch of its solar-powered car, which is named the solar quadricycle. The vehicle has the capacity to carry up to two passengers and was developed to run in urban centers. Being a small vehicle, it has great parking ease like a motorcycle and most importantly: the vehicle does not require aNational Driver’s License (CNH) under European laws. Despite being compact, the electric car is capable of carrying small purchases and even a stroller.

Details About The Compact Solar-Powered Electric Car

The differentiator of the electric car that does not require a driver’s license is its solar panel attached to the roof, which provides enough energy to travel approximately 20 km, a distance much greater than 12 km, an average distance covered by users of this type of vehicle in European territory.

The solar-powered car features various technologies such as a digital instrument panel, air conditioning, a heater, and a smartphone dock that serves as a kind of multimedia system. Its 5-horsepower motor gives the electric car a maximum speed of 45 km/h.

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The company does not hide that one of its “missions” with its electric car is to reach the vehicle-sharing market, as explained by Robert Hoevers. According to the company’s executive, cities are looking for zero-emission mobility solutions while taking up increasingly less space. The company has achieved both objectives: a much lower per capita energy consumption compared to public transport and a spatial social impact comparable to that of a bicycle, all while providing the flexibility of personal transport and the comfort of a vehicle.

Solar-Powered Electric Car Has Swappable Batteries

In addition to being a solar-powered car, the Squad vehicle, which does not require a driver’s license, also comes with portable batteries that can be swapped when a quick recharge is needed.

The company plans to create smart fast-charging stations and battery exchange facilities. In addition to the solar power panel, the vehicle’s batteries can be recharged through a standard outlet. With a full charge, the electric car’s battery guarantees a range of up to 100 km.

The solar-powered car is currently available for pre-sale for €6,250, which is equivalent to R$ 32,800 in direct conversion. It is set to hit the streets next year.

Citroën Launches Car That Also Does Not Require A License

The French automaker announced last year an electric car that eliminates the need for a driver’s license. TheCitroën Ami, which is quite famous in the European market, is soon expected to arrive in the national market, featuring a cube-shaped body and maintaining very compact dimensions.

The electric car is aimed at urban mobility, with protections on all sides. One point worth noting is that the vehicle can be driven in Brazil even by those underage.

In terms of range, the French model offers 100 km of autonomy, with a maximum speed of 45 km/h and no emissions. Its motor delivers 8.2 hp of power. The electric model from Citroën can be charged in just 2 hours at a charging station or Wall Box. The vehicle has smartphone support, allowing the smartphone to connect to the Ami interface.