February was a month of hard work, long hours, and continued progress on all aspects of the vehicle. Allow us to provide a glimpse into some of the great work that’s been happening around the world to get Aptera into production.
Let’s dive into the exciting developments from around the globe as we edge closer to our goal of sustainable mobility powered by the sun.
Global Progress
In San Diego, our dedicated team has been finalizing the user experience ecosystem, culminating in the development of the upcoming Aptera app. This innovative app promises to enhance your ownership experience by providing convenient access to vehicle controls, account management features, and even remote cabin pre-conditioning. Plus, keep an eye out for the exciting feature that allows you to monitor your vehicle’s solar output from anywhere.
Over in South Korea, our valued partner CTNS has made remarkable progress with the construction of sample battery modules. This significant milestone underscores CTNS’s commitment to delivering high-performance, energy-dense, and safe battery packs for Aptera vehicles. Stay tuned as we gear up to share more updates on full-scale battery pack production in the near future.
Meanwhile, in Italy, the assembly work is well underway at CPC for the first batch of production-intent body structures, chassis, and suspension components. These are not mere prototypes but actual production bodies, assembled with precision and care. We’re excited about the progress and look forward to sharing more insights from our visit to CPC next month.
Transparency and Community Engagement
Transparency is a cornerstone of our values, and we consistently strive to adopt a transparency-first approach. Sharing our story and allowing all of you to join us on our path is what has allowed us to get to where we are today.
Being a startup, we’re tasked with staying nimble, and constantly adjusting to rapidly changing market conditions. We must do this while also being as forthcoming and accurate as possible. It’s a tight line to walk.
While we strive to keep our community informed, we also understand the need to balance transparency with confidentiality, particularly when it comes to sensitive business negotiations and agreements. At Aptera, we remain steadfast in our dedication to transparency, ensuring it harmonizes with our obligation to honor the confidentiality of discussions and agreements crucial to our progress.
We also value the feedback and input of our community. Your insights and perspectives are invaluable as we navigate the path to production. We encourage you to continue sharing your thoughts and questions with us, as your feedback helps us refine our approach and make informed decisions that benefit all stakeholders.
- Delivery Timelines: We understand the importance of providing clear and accurate delivery timelines to our customers. While we have begun production-intent builds, we’ll provide additional information on delivery timelines at the earliest opportunity. Our partnership with CPC, known for its ability to stand up a production line within 9-12 months, holds promise for expedited production once funding goals are met.
- Vehicle Design Changes: We’re doing everything we can to get our solar EV into production as quickly and safely as possible. What this means for our reservation holders and investors is that you will see changes up ahead. Leading up to the start of production, we will continue to refine our vehicle design to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Changes are made judiciously to minimize capital requirements and reduce risk for our shareholders. Rest assured, these changes are implemented with careful consideration and only if they contribute to a more streamlined production process. Once agreements are finalized, you will be notified.
Looking Ahead
As we forge ahead, our commitment to realizing our vision of solar mobility remains unwavering. Aptera is more than just a vehicle; it’s a movement towards a greener, more sustainable future. We are grateful for the support of our global network of partners and enthusiasts who share our passion for innovation and sustainability.
In the coming months, we will continue to keep you updated on our progress and milestones as we work tirelessly to bring Aptera to production. Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey, and we look forward to sharing more exciting updates with you soon.