Earlier this year panasonic the same company that manufactures tesla s latest low profile roof mounted solar panels made a pretty exciting announcement the company developed a new type of pv module specifically meant for the 2017 toyota prius prime.
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Why you won t see the new prius solar roof in the us your questions answered about the prius prime s solar roof.
How does the toyota prius solar roof feature work.
Prius plug in is the first mass produced car to use solar charging as a means of delivering motive power for the vehicle.
From the ultra fuel efficient hybrid synergy drive system to regenerative braking and fuel consumption monitoring the toyota prius is loaded with new technologies that are focused on delivering class.
Solar panels located on the roof of your new toyota prius absorb the sun s rays and use that absorbed solar energy to power the vehicle s ventilation system.
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This means that if you have to park somewhere there is no charging network or if an electrical blackout shuts down the grid you can still charge your battery using the power of the.
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The solar cells are just 0 03mm thick but deliver around 860.
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Power to all wheels provides extra control in low grip conditions giving you added peace of mind when you really need.
The prius is the first car in its class to benefit from an intelligent all wheel drive system awd i.
On the road prices start at 34 895 for the business edition plus model 36 395 with the solar roof option and rise to 37 095 for the excel.
So while your prius is parked in the sun it is actually storing energy and powering the ventilation system and fan maintaining a cooler temperature on the interior of your vehicle.
Customers buying a new prius plug in can take advantage of the uk government s plug in car grant which provides 2 500 towards the vehicle purchase cost.
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