Today, Aptera is within 12 months of releasing its first production vehicle, the all electric 2e. This is largely thanks to the vision of its founders and investments from such notable organizations as IdeaLab and Google. The 2e, named for its two passenger configuration and electric powertain, is designed to provide safe, reliable transportation for the average consumer who tends to travel approximately 40 miles per day in their daily commute. With the 2e, the commuter will experience a comfortable and reliable ride while achieving more than 100 miles on a single full charge, equating to up to an equivalent of 300 miles per gallon. This previously unheard of level of efficiency is delivered by the Aptera 2e’s low drag composite body that is so strong it can carry up to 4 times its own weight on the roof with little or no deformation. The body’s strength is augmented by a collection of traditional safety features like 3 point seat belt harnesses, airbags and anti-lock brakes.

As a company, Aptera draws its strength from its team. Carefully selected from across a number of production environments, the Aptera team is composed of a collection of highly respected automotive experts and accomplished executives from Southern California’s high technology industries. Led by company CEO and 25 year automotive industry veteran, Paul Wilbur, Aptera has transitioned into a capable transportation company. Wilbur, who was selected by the founders and advisors of the company, drives the company’s two production facilities in north county San Diego, California. In these new facilities Aptera has both the technology and the know-how to deliver on the promise of the world’s most energy efficient production vehicle.

In an effort to introduce our radical approach to transportation to the world, the Aptera Team has elected to join the Progressive Automotive X PRIZE competition. It is our hopes that through our involvement with the competition, we will not only join the ranks of some phenomenal innovators in the transportation sector, but we will also give the world the opportunity to see the merits of our product to everyday life in an environment that is as creative as it is credible. It is difficult for people to comprehend that fuel efficiencies in the hundreds of miles per gallon (equivalent) are possible. Aptera, through the Progressive Automotive X PRIZE, will show that it is not only real, but it is also attainable.