Solar energy is leading the charge towards more efficient energy. One of the areas in which solar energy is being implemented is in transportation. Cars, boats and roads are being fitted to take full advantage of the power of the sun.
From futuristic bus stops ot solar-powered semis, check out the 41 solar transportation innovations which are paving the way for a greener future.
Implications - You may even be able to get your hands on a solar-powered innovation today! There are motorized bicycles that charge as you ride them and even DIY kits to make your own solar-powered electric car! It looks like using solar power is definitely going to be a huge success.
41 Solar Transportation Innovations
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Travel Eco-Friendly in The Westfalia Verdier Solar Power Caravan
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Solar Sail Luxury Yachts
The 'Soliloquy' Blows its Competitors Out of the Water
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Super Hybrid Cars
Antro Solo is Solar, Human & Gas-Electric
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Recyclable Yachts
The 'Solar Gem' Sinks Other Ritzy Vessels With Green Luxury
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DIY Solar Powered Electric Car
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Solar-Powered Hybrid Ferries
San Francisco Evolves
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Solar Electric Cars
The Bluecar by Pininfarina and Bollore Powered by Supercapacitor
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Eco Solar Cars
The Brisa Three Wheeler
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Futuristic Bus Stops
The Solar-Powered EyeStop Makes Public Transit Smarter
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Charge-As-You-Ride
Solar Electric Bike
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Solar Power Wheelchair
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Solar Power For Mainstream Cars
Toyota Prius Hybrid Gets Solar Roof
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Solar Cycling
'The Solar Man' Bicycle by Chen Weiping Does the Pedaling For You
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Solar Power Yachts
The Volitan
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Solar-Powered Bikes
The Cycle Sol Bicycle
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Eco Bus Stops
San Francisco Unveils Project for Solar Powered Transit Stations
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Bicycle Pod Showers
'Green Pod' Solar Powered Bike Lockers and Storage
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Solar Power Cruisers
Float Silently with a Buffalo Solar Boat
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Solar-Powered Bus Stops
Johann Paquelier's Transit Design Lights Up at Night
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Giant Spaceships for Kids
Second Solar at Sensapolis
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Solar Pedal Boat
Jonathan Mahieddine's Eco Design
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Solar Powered Yachts
Tartaruga Runs on Photovoltaic Panels
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Remote Water Rescue
‘Teseo & Airianna' Solar-Powered Beach Rescue System
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Solar-Powered Racecars
Nuna5 to Compete in World Solar Challenge
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Solar-Powered Ice Cream Trucks
The MERM Minivan is an Eco-Friendly Roach Coach
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Convenient Solar Fuel Stations
Denmark Houses First E-Move Charging Station
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Intelligent Electronic Bicycles
Chen Chun Tung's Wind-Solar Energy Bike Conquers Mountains
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Solar Powered Bus Stop Ads
Fuel Miami LLC i-Shelters
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Solar-Powered Blimps
Projet Sol'r Nephelios Looks to Conquer the English Channel
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Solar-Powered Cars Inspired by Vacuums
Dyson Powered Eco-Vehicle
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Supersonic Solar Boats
Tony Grainger's Velocity 7 Puts Other Green Crafts to Shame
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Solar-Powered Highways
Oregon's Renewable Energy Project
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Solar-Powered Semis
Kioko Muthui Makes a Highly Sophisticated Eco Transporter
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Solar-Powered Cable Cars
Taiyou Ropeway Concept for Green Skiing and Sightseeing
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Zero-Fuel Planes
Sights Set on Trip Around the World in HB-SIA Solar-Powered Jet
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The Solar Shuttle
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Solar Powered Roads
The DoE Hands Over a $100,000 Contract to Solar Roadways
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Jurassic Eco Car
Helios Off-Roader Spreads Solar Panels When Stopped
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Solar Car Carriers
Toyota Cargo Ships Go Green
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Solar Car Kits
Boost Your Prius Fuel Economy by Hooking Up Solar Energy Modules
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Solar Powered Planes
QinetiQ Zephyr Breaks World Record
Related Ideas
Futuristic Single-Seater Bikes
The Canyon Future Mobility Concept Has a Carbon Fiber Shell
Roof-Mounted EV Charging Systems
The GoSun SUN Delivers 1,200 Watts of Clean Energy for EVs
Revived All-Electric SUV Models
The Scout Traveler SUV is Back After a 44 Year Hiatus
Solar-Ready Portable Power Banks
The GoSun Power 266 Has a Highly Mobile Design
Multifunctional Transport Buses
The Bubblic Public Imagines the Future of Public Transit
Origami Travel Solar Panels
Sego Innovations Offers Tech for Powering Farther Off the Grid
Expanding Off-Grid Electric RVs
The Electric Transformer House is Sustainable and Luxurious
Off-Grid Exploration Vans
The Conceptual GAC Van Life Autonomous Vehicle is Eco-Friendly
Art Deco Self-Driving Vans
The Tesla Robovan Has a Sleek, Train-Like Design with Space for 20
Off-Grid Solar Energy Units
The 'Iris' Portable Solar Tracker Has an All-in-One Design
Sustainable Electric Bike Concepts
Przemysław Wolnicki Designed the Concept E-THUNDER Bike
Utilitarian Cargo-Hauling Scooters
The 'Scootility' Electric Scooter Offers Ample Storage Space
Two-Wheeled EV Concepts
The 'SHANE' Two-Wheeled Electric Car Concept Has Space for Five
Rotating Solar-Powered Benches
'A Solar-Powered Bench That Spins Ever So Slowly' is Interactive
900-Mile Electric Vehicles
Toyota Claims its Solid-State Batteries Will Reach 900 Miles per Charge
Solar-Powered Smartwatches
This Smartwatch Doesn't Require Battery Charging With Adequate Sunlight
Compact Portable Power Stations
Volcan Creative's Futuristic Power Station is Trustworthy
Nature-Inspired Solar Panel Trees
New World Wind Develops the Aeroleaf Hybrid Technology
Autonomous Timber Transportation Shuttles
The Conceptual 'Timber Shuttle' is Eco-Focused
Energy-Producing Furniture Designs
The yA-18 STOOL by Beomseok Chae Features Solar Panels
Quick-Charge Electric CUVs
The Hyundai INSTER Charges to 80% in 30-Minutes
Shapeshifting Electric Rickshaw Scooters
The Surge S32 Has an Interchangeable Body Frame
Emissions-Free Electric Leisure Boats
The GoSun Elcat Solar Electric Boat Has a 1.3kWh Motor
Modular Electric Utility Vehicles
This Three-Wheeler Can Be Adapt to Different Work Applications
Artistic Lamppost EV Chargers
The Voltpost Provides Easy Access to EV Charging
Supersonic Aircraft-Inspired EVs
The Conceptual Concorde 20+ Features Aviation Inspiration
Regenerative Fuel Spatial Rovers
Toyoto Designs the New Lunar Cruiser with the JAXA
All-Electric Towed Trailers
The Lightship L1 Trailer is Battery-Powered and has a Minimal Design
Sustainable Multi-Person Scooters
Of My Imagination Designs the Hop Vehicle for Urban Spaces
Futuristic Auto Micro Factories
Most Architecture Unveils a Modern Factory for Charge Cars
Immersive Solar-Powered Installations
Marjan van Aubel & Lexus Unveil the 8 Minutes and 20 Seconds
Fully Autonomous Crossover SUVs
The Conceptual 'DKM 2.0' by Vladislav Semenov is Futuristic
Retro-Style Electric Vans
The Porsche x VW Renndienst Id.Buzz Bus Revives a Classic Design
Electric Cargo Trike Concepts
The New Cake Slev Concept is Imagined for Urban Environments
Aerodynamic Electric Sedans
Volkswagen's 'ID.7' Sedan Offers An Impressive Range Of 700 Kilometers
Street Lamp Charging Stations
The 'EVIE' Lamppost EV Charger Maximizes Power Access
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Toyota Becomes a Founder Partner of Ionna Charging Stations
Wearable Solar Power Stations
BLUETTI's Latest Power Solution is a Solar-Powered Backpack
Bold High-Tech Roadsters
The Chrysler Halcyon Concept is Electric and Fully Autonomous
Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars
The Mercedes-Benz Vision One-Eleven EV is Visually Striking
Hydrogen-Powered Refuse Trucks
Hyzon Motors and New Way Trucks Have Entered into a Partnership
Solar-Powered Electric Motorbikes
Solar Scooters' 'E-Clipse 2' Has Free Charging via Solar Power
Reimagined EV Van Models
The Conceptual GMC Safari Electric Brings Back a Classic Model
Electric Car Chassis Platforms
The 'Super Board' Reduces the Development Time Of Electric Vehicles
Biophilic Design Electric Vehicles
The AZULIK Mobility Electric Vehicle is Nature-Inspired
Purpose-Built All-Electric RVs
Lighship Announces The Launch of The New Lightship L1
Hydrogen-Powered Vehicle Systems
Layer Designs the Croft System to Sustainably Power Vehicles
Arctic Edition Electric Vehicles
The Nissan Ariya Pole Expedition EV Was Modified by Arctic Trucks
Solar-Powered Charging Robots
The Conceptual Solar Mars Bot Provides Power to Charge Up Solutions
Solar-Powered eBike Chargers
Beam Global's 'BeamBike' is Quick to Setup and Charges 12 Bikes
Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
The 'Trekker' Concept Vehicle is Imagined for Urbanites in 2030
Electric Solar-Powered Campers
Lightship designs the L1 Trailer with Futuristic Elements
Battery-Powered Outdoor Appliances
The BLUETTI SwapSolar Ecosystem Features Three Products
Cooling Bus Shelter Designs
EMT Madrid Spearheads the Quest for Comfortable Public Transportation
Solar-Powered Rail Bus Systems
The RTA in Dubai Presents Plans for Floc Duo Rail System
Tree-Inspired Solar Panel Systems
The SolarBotanic Energy Tree Works in Public or Private Spaces
Direct-to-Consumer Hydropanels
Source Global Seeks to Answer Impending Resource Depletion
Emissions-Free eVTOL Aircraft
This Aircraft Will Utilize a Liquid Hydrogen Powertrain
Shapeshifting Communal EVs
The Kia Concept PV5 and PV7 Have a Projected 2025 Release
Zero-Emissions Electric Ships
The Hurtigruten Norway Sea Zero Cruise is Fully Electric
Autonomous Interactive Shuttle Buses
The Coach Atoz Shuttle Bus by Disegno T9 is Communicative
Solar-Powered Electric Boats
This Boat's Batteries are Powered With the Help Of Solar Panels
Wireless Automotive Charging Solutions
'ONE POINTECH' Creates Wireless Chargers for Micro Mobility
Solar-Powered Compact Houseboats
Crossboundaries Designs the Fàng Sōng Boat with a Solar Panel
Versatile Commercial Van Options
The New Volkswagen Transporter Comes in Several Drive Systems
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The 'Ada' Autonomous Vehicle Concept is Passively Charged
Functional Bidirectional Chargers
SolarEdge Debuts a New Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charger
Convertible Commercial RV Vans
Nissan and PlugVan Partnered to Showcase the Plug Module
Eco-Friendly Mining Trucks
This Prototype Truck is Powered By Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology
Energy-Hauling Battery Tankers
This Japanese Tanker Can Transport Surplus Renewable Energy
Wind-Powered Cargo Ships
Mitsubishi Corporation Retrofits Pyxis Ocean for Sustainability Purposes
Electric Cargo-Hauling Vans
The 'Evolv' is an Ultra-Compact EV with a Large Payload Capacity
Induction-Charging EV Systems
InductEV Offers Clean, Wireless EV-Charging Infrastructure at Scale
Exceptionally Efficient Solar Cells
These Saudi-Made Solar Cells Use Groundbreaking Materials
Future-Facing Charging Concepts
These Wireless Charger Concepts Imagine a True Wire-Free Future
Low-Cost Battery Alternatives
MIT Scientists Develop Efficient Energy Storage System
Solar-Powered Cargo Bikes
The Inga from Infinite Mobility Promises Free Charging via Solar Energy
Zero-Emission Mobile Repair Trucks
Labatt Breweries of Canada Enhances Its Delivery Fleet
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Rejuvenated Former Bank Buildings
This Dutch Building Now Boasts Solar Panels & Insect Hotels
Futuristic Fusion Power Plants
This Power Plant Will Efficiently Contribute to the Electrical Grid
Hyper-Speed Charging Electric Vehicles
The Nyobolt Concept EV Powers Up in Just Six-Minutes
User-Friendly Solar Panels
Kunal Girotra Introduces the Sustainable Lunar Energy System
Modular Solar Battery Systems
Anker Unveils the New Solix Home Energy Storage System
Sleek Sustainable EV Concepts
The Opel Experimental EV Concept Has Augmented Projection Technology
Adaptive Interior EV Models
The Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric Has a Solarbay Panoramic Roof
Hyper-Efficient Thermal Batteries
These Carbon Batteries Can Store & Transmit Clean Energy
Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles
Mercedes Benz Presents a Look at the Vision iMobility
Origami-Inspired Solar Panels
Sego Innovations Develops a New Foldable and Portable Solar Panel
Retro-Futuristic Electric SUVs
KIA Reveals Its Retro-Futuristic Designed All-Electric EV9 SUV
Sustainable Portable Solar Generators
BLUETTI Presents its New Battery-Powered Solar Generators
Eco EV Charging Stations
This Retail and Electric Vehicle Charging Station Will Be in Manchester
Emissions-Free Cargo Barges
The H2 Barge 2 Project Will Convert the Vessel to Clean Energy
Zero-Emission Solar-Powered Aircrafts
The Falcon Horizon by Laszlo Nemeth Runs on Solar Power
Automatic EV Charging Systems
WiTricity's Automotive Charging System Outperforms Wired Chargers
Disaster-Prepared Electric Vans
Japanese Automaker HW Electro Unveils a Solar-Powered Electric Van
Alternative Copper Solar Panels
SunDrive is Creating Solar Panels with No Silver Included
Updated Sustainable API Features
Google Adds New Features to its Ingenious Project Sunroof
Solar-Powered Food Trucks
Planted Unveiled a Sustainable Food Truck for a Tour Across the UK
Battery-Powered Food Trucks
Food Trucks are Replacing Dirty Generators with Clean Battery Systems
E-Bike Charging Partnerships
BikeFlex Partnered with Solarcycle on Renewable Bike Charging
Petite Solar-Powered EVs
The 'Buggy' is a Micro Vehicle That Offers Comfortably Compact Motoring
Progressive Solar-Powered Fridges
Amped Innovation Unveils the Sustainable EasyFreeze Fridge
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Vehicle-to-Grid Technology Partnerships
Toyota and Pepco Join Forces on a New Project
Decarbonized Long-Haul Trucks
The All-Electric 'Tangra LH1' Boasts a Range Of Over 500 Miles
Progressive Sleeper Transit Designs
2050 Lab Designs a New Sleeper Car for Comfort On-The-Go
Research-Centric Hydrogen Motorcycles
This Open-Source Two-Wheeler Aims to Encourage Innovation
Monumental Charging Hubs
Tesla's New Supercharger Station is the World's Largest
Accesible Autonomous Transportation Services
The 'Nubit' Autonomous Mobility Service is Modular
Powerful All-Electric Solar Trailers
Living Vehicle Designs the 2024 HD Trailer on Solar Power
Floating Solar Power Plants
This French Power Plant Will Deliver Clean Energy to 2,000 Homes
Excess Solar Energy Transitions
Tesla Launches the New Charge on Solar Electric Feature
Hydrofoiling Electric Boats
Navier's 'N30' Boat Promises Eco-Friendly Waterway Transportation
All-Electric Restaurant Concepts
This Chipotle Restaurant Design Harnesses Wind & Solar Power
Sustainable Travel Methods
Intrepid Unveils a Sustainable Travel Service to Incentivize Rail Usage
Efficient Virtual Power Plants
These Battery-Swap Stations Are Contributing to the Electrical Grid
Electric Van Fleets
SoCalGas Incorporated New Ford E-Transit Electric Vans into Its Fleet
Sustainable Cold Shipping Systems
The Carrier Transicold Solar Charging Systems are Efficient
Sunlight-Reflecting Paints
Stanford University Researchers Develop an Innovative Color Paint
Dystopian Electric Vehicles
UP.FIT Refits Tesla Models Into Cyberpunk Tactile Vehicles
Mapping Car Battery Support
Google Maps Rolls Out Battery and Charging Support for Electric Cars
Solar Cell Cycling Paths
These Dutch Cycling Paths Are Sheathed In Photovoltaic Cells
Automated Transit Buses
Vicinity Motor Corp. Deploys Its Electric Bus in Michigan
Battery Electric Vehicle Lines
Iveco Group Highlights Commitment to Diverse Energy Solutions
Solar-Powered Golf Carts
LOBO EV Marks Its Third Successful Export of Golf Carts to the U.S.
Green Energy-Delivering Ships
This Revolutionary Ship Can Deliver Clean Energy to Vessels At Port
Ammonia-Powered Ships
This Novel Ship Uses Green Ammonia For Emissions-Free Maritime Transport
Electric Truck Pilot Programs
Uber Freight Joins Forces with WattEV and CHEP
Inflated Vibrant Futuristic Buses
Midjourney Helped Create the Mutated School Bus Design
All-Electric Medium-Duty Trucks
Volta's Prototype Truck is Designed For Sustainable Hauling
Sleek Futuristic Electric Vehicles
Nissan Unveils a Look at the Max-Out EV Concept Converitible
Energy-Efficient Hybrid Vehicles
These Peugeot Hybrid Vehicles Reduce Fuel Use by 15%
Solar-Powered Heated Seats
The GoSun Solar Seat Offers Warmth on Cold Days
Futuristic Wave Energy Plants
This Plant Can Harness Marine Energy to Produce Green Hydrogen
Sustainable Battery-Swapping Stations
Zepto and Battery Smart Have Committed to Greener Deliveries
Swedish Electric Road Highways
Trafikverket is Leading a Project to Charge EVs Whilst Driving
AI-Powered Sail Systems
The 'FastRig' System Allows For Efficient Use Of Wind Power
Solar-Powered Vineyard Buildings
This Vineyard's Visitor Center Will Benefit From Solar Arrays
Belize-Based Sustainable Transportation
Belize City to Launch the Eco-Friendly eRIDE Taxi Pilot