The world’s first long-range solar electric vehicle has been launched in the UAE. The car has been produced by the Netherlands-based firm Lightyear. Hussain Mohamed Al Mahmoudi, CEO of the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) launched the first version of the solar electric vehicle. The company initially produced 500 units of its first version “Lightyear O”. It has been priced at 250,000 euros (nearly Dh900,000). The vehicle has a top speed of 160km per hour and a battery range of 625km. The vehicle is highly eco-friendly. Interior is crafted from plant-based leather, recycled PET bottle fabrics and sustainably restructured rattan palm. The driving range will vary depending on driving habits, location, and season.
