It is a car that runs on free energy, but it is far from free. The Lightyear 0 is an all-electric four-door equipped with an array of over 50 square feet of solar panels on its hood and roof that the ...

Laurel is a writer, communications consultant, and educator who loves studying how the world is interconnected. She is particularly attracted to cars because they are a sign of economic trends and ...

Some auto dealerships are installing solar panels to offset expensive and energy-intensive automaker requirements to build EV chargers on their lots. Dealerships in ...

The large transparent roof on the Prius returns, and the solar panel option will now charge up the main battery as well. It seems like a complete no-brainer: Heat and light from the sun’s reliable ...