Opel Flow solar-powered concept car for the streets of 2049

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Eco Factor: Zero-emission electric car harnesses renewable solar energy.

The Opel Flow is a concept vehicle designed by Miika Heikkinen to represent Opel in the year 2049. The Flow is a single-seat zero-emission vehicle that allows people to navigate the city in a relaxed and clean way. When not in use the vehicle integrates to the infrastructure to provide resting places and to recharge onboard batteries.

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The vehicle is intended to be made using lightweight materials and includes clear solar panels as the main power source. The Flow comes with an adjusting seat for more comfort. The weight of the battery packs keeps the vehicle stable.

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The vehicle includes electric motors in the wheels. In addition to generating solar power for recharging the batteries, the vehicle’s chassis also collects energy from the body’s movement.

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Via: Miika Heikkinen