Aptera News Roundup: Recent Episodes
Philip Raymond
I'll report on the highlights of today's new update video from Aptera. I'll also tell you about the disclaimer from Chris McCammon concerning the video from another Youtuber on Friday, where Sandy Munro said Aptera was switching away from hub motors to a more traditional battery to powertrain configuration.
Then the good news concerning the overall progress Aptera is making towards completing the Delta production intent vehicle. Not only progress on the body, chassis and suspension, but on production intent solar panels. Also, the Accelerate Aptera investment program has been reopened to all types of investors.
Here's the link to the latest Aptera Update video....
https://youtu.be/PGkIU6R7t74?si=ot0xVEdqzW253i4i
First, I'll give you my take on the new first place holder on the Accelerate Aptera Leaderboard.
Next, the latest EV news regarding the latest adopters of the NACS plug, as well as the newly proposed competing charging network to Tesla's Supercharger network.
Finally, a reminder for the next big Aptera Gamma event in San Diego.
First, it's a happy proclamation for the Aptera Accelerate leaderboard breaking through the 20 Million dollar milestone! (break out the party hats!)
Next, the latest Aptera video from Aptera, here's the link to it....
https://youtu.be/_dbASk5YBV0
Finally, my idea for future Aptera promotion at Formula E race car events, thanks to an article from Ars Technica, here's the link to that article....
https://arstechnica.com/cars/2023/07/faster-cars-slower-tires-packed-grandstands-as-formula-e-visits-the-us/
What do you think of this idea? Add your comments on Youtube or talk about it on our new Discord Chatroom, here's an invitation for you to participate....
https://discord.gg/2nmwGNYP
First, I'll do a recap of the Tesla Takeover from last week, where the Aptera Gamma, Sandy Munro and Chris Anthony had a lot to reveal.
Next, I'll talk about yesterday's appearance at the Wallex U.S. Open Of Surfing at Huntington Beach, California, by the Aptera Gamma. Just a day after Fisker made a big splash at the same location for their Product Vision Day. Coincidence? I think not. Both were trolling for whale investors. Here's the link to the Fisker Pear introduction at Product Vision Day....
https://www.youtube.com/live/lETXC9S6S54?feature=share&t=2687
Aptera's Gamma gets Tesla Fans to play inside it and out, here are the Twitter video postings they made....
https://twitter.com/BeardedTesla/status/1685423527929981?t=3nxW7Z81q0TNSlcK7jEWoQ&s=09
https://twitter.com/tesla_raj/status/1685826613601353729?t=7V20X5WlkjoBkQ3Uhfl-3A&s=09
Next, I'm happy to announce the new Aptera News Roundup Discord Chat Channel, here's the invite link to join if you're interested....
https://discord.gg/nKSDMAnm
Finally, a roundup of other relevant EV news from the past week.
First, I'll tell you about Aptera's embarassing overheating while climbing an urban hill during an otherwise unexpected feature on NBC Nightly News.
Here's link to the feature on NBC....
https://youtu.be/eW9AJAoB1zQ?t=994
and the link to the Thermal Engineer job at Aptera....
https://aptera.us/careers/?gh_jid=4259410005
Next, I'll touch on some other Aptera news, like the Summer Of Solar Mobility pop up events and why is the Accelerate Aptera leaderboard seemingly frozen?
Then, the latest entires to the NACS club and those still mulling it over.
First, I'll share with you the latest press release from aptera about validation testing beginning, starting with the Pinafarina Wind Tunnel testing. Here's the link to read it for yourself....
https://aptera.us/wind-tunnel/
Next, the new Aptera Events Calender! I'll tell you about the upcoming events Aptera will appear at, in the coming months. All except the first one will have the Aptera car at the event, spoiler alert, they are all sadly in California. Here's the link for you to read and perhaps save in your calender....
https://aptera.us/events/
It's just me talking to you about an idea I have for Aptera....and the latest on the leaderboard as well.
First and foremost, I'll tell you the latest news on the adaptation of the NACS plug by more major automakers and charging networks.
Next, the latest Aptera news about 2 new corporate videos and some new info from the latest Aptera ambassodors meeting.
Here are the links to the videos....
https://youtube.com/shorts/wyhqxf9AfoE?feature=share
https://youtu.be/nAjlskP8gs4
First, I'll bring you the latest in the fast funding that's happening with the Accelerate Aptera investment program.
Next, Stellantis says it's "evaluating" the NACS charging standard for their North Amerrican brands, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram, but it will likely go slowly. Just like their producing EVs, which has yet to happen.
Finally, the best comment from this past week's mailbag.
First I'll discuss the growing acceptance of the NACS charging port, with GM now joining the NACS party. That now makes 4, Tesla, Aptera, Ford and GM.
Next, hear about the newest affordable EV, the Volvo EX-30 and even though its range isn't impressive, its 0 to 60 time of 3.4 seconds is. Here's the link to find out more....
https://www.volvocars.com/us/cars/ex30-electric/
Then, I'll report on the new proposed U.S. legislation, that would force all Automakers selling in the U.S. to include AM radio at no extra charge to the consumer. Here's the link to the actual bill....
https://www.commerce.senate.gov/services/files/0B6AFBF2-8E91-4AD4-952C-7DB69CD908EB
Here's the link to the article from The Hill website....
https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/4010618-bipartisan-lawmakers-introduce-legislation-requiring-am-radios-in-new-cars/
Finally, I'll give you the latest on the progress of the Accelerate Aptera leaderboard.
First, I'll discuss Aptera's Gamma showing up in the Pinafarina wind tunnel in Turin, Italy and the speculation that followed.
Next, what do you think was in the Aptera loading dock picture? Turns out, it was the Viking Robots for the Aptera Assembly line.
Then, Sandy Munro says Aptera production will begin in September. A lot of online buzz followed of course.
But wait, there's more! Ford announces all future Ford EV's will use the NACS a.k.a. Tesla plug and have access to 12,000 Tesla Supercharger stations throughout North America. Looks like Aptera helped Tesla's plug and Supercharger network a lot!
But wait, there's even more!
Aptera was featured on Nick News on the Nickelodeon Channel as part of a segment on sustainable energy, here's the link to watch it....
https://youtu.be/wi213PFRbno?t=81
Finally,
The accelerate leaderboard and the mailbag from last week.
First, I'll talk about the first sighting of Aptera's off road package.
Next, I'll review the interview of Jason Hill on Motor Trend's The InEVitable podcast, it was flawed, but interesting nonetheless. Here's a link to the podcast....
https://youtu.be/kgN1c5AvnRY
Finally, the latest from the Accelerate Leaderboard.
First, we go to Modena, Italy to follow Aptera's debut to Italian investors.
Next, we'lll discuss Aptera versus the possible direct competition when production starts.
Finally, it always comes back to money, specifically the ATVM loan applicationn as it relates to other investors.
First, I'll go over the highlights of the webinar yesterday (and there was plenty).
Next, some other Aptera news from the past week.
Finally, tell me what you think of the online Aptera Savings Calculator.
Other than the latest leaderboard stats, it's been very quiet of late.
To fill the void, I invite you to sample my other podcast that has nothing to do with Aptera.
Listen to find out more, if you dare!
First, due to a lack of Aptera news, I report on the Lightyear 2.
Next, due to a lack of Aptera news, I report on the fisker Pear.
Finally, the leaderboard and the mailbag here and my own personal mailbag at home.
First, we continue exploring the wonders of Open Pilot and how it might be implemented.
Then, Aptera announces an award for both Steve and Chris for crowd sourced funding.
Finally, the latest from the leaderboard and the mailbag.
First I'll discuss the 2 news releases from Aptera in the past week. One about battery density and how it relates to power delivery efficiency. The other more important news release was about Open Pilot, the open source autotonomous driving system that Aptera will offer.
Then, the usual update on the Accelerate Aptera Leaderboard and the best comment from the past weeks mailbag.
First, I'll go into the details of the first fleet purchase deal for Aptera and it has a few red flags.
Then, the latest stats in the Aptera Accelerator Leaderboard.
Finally, your feedback from the past week in the mailbag.
First, Sandy Munro reveals Aptera will use body infused color, instead of wraps for production.
Next, continuing with the luck theme on St. Patrick's Day, some thoughts about what the number 0088 etched into the back of the hatch and the greater meaning some think it exposes.
Finally, news of the Accelerator program getting extended, with new rules that are fairer.
First, I'll briefly report on what little happened this week.
Next, I'll fill the void with a description and comments on my Aptera configuration, including info on how to download the 3M 2080 wrap color chart.
Wrapping it up with the obligitory leaderboard stats at the moment and the comments from this week's mailbag.
First, we'll learn about the Launch Mode developed by Aptera and it's a blast!
Next, the latest on Steve Fambro's journeys around the globe in search of investors.
Then, we'll learn about the Repo Mode patent applied for by Ford and it sucks!
Finally, the latest stats from the Aptera Accelerator leaderboard.
First, I'll go into the more interesting details in the California Energy Commission grant to Aptera, including a mystery occupant of one of the production locations.
Next, I'll talk about the other big news item of the week. That being the finished steel production molds for each of the 6 main Aptera body panels at CPC in Modena, Italy.
I'll wrap it up, with the latest leaderboard info for the Accelerate Aptera funding drive and of course, what's in the mailbag.
Breaking news, it appears Aptera has gotten over 21 million dollars that they appllied for from the California Energy Commmision on Feb. 15. This information comes my way from S&P Global Community Insights news feed. I have not gotten confirmation of this news from Aptera or anywhere else, but it appears to be correct.
First, I'll share the happy news of Tesla granting permission to open up their Supercharger stations to all EV's and Aptera's advantage already using the NACS (Tesla) plug.
Then we'll share more details from the FTE conference that got from some more raw video from it.
Finally, the latest on the Accelerate Aptera Leaderboard, as well as how the other investment tools are doing and of course, what's in this week's mailbag!
First, we'll follow Aptera to the Swiss Alps to meet some billionaires willing to get Aptera to production.
Next, the latest on the Accelerate Aptera Leaderboard.
Finally, my thoughts on a certain legacy auto rag ignoring Aptera.
First, we'll give you the latest tally on the leaderboard for the Accellerate Aptera investment campaign.
Next, the most interesting details from the Aptera Investor Webinar last week.
Finally, how will you handle questions from strangers about your Aptera?
First, I'll cover the "soap opera" Aptera created last week about DC fast charging and the reversal.
Next, the investor only webinar coming later today and what we might expect to hear.
Then, Lightyear files for bankruptcy and it appears Sion will be next.
Finally, I'll beg for comments and emails, so I can do a longer podcast.
A lot of info to unpack, you'll hear the webinar entirely, plus some commentary at the end by me.
Launch edition will be pre configured as a 400 mile version with all wheel drive, full solar and in the Luna silver and black color combo, with codex interior.
No new info on investment money for production, other than announcing an investor-only webinar next Friday with more details.
First, we have news from Steve Fambro about Aptera applying for the federal ATVM loan, part of the Inflation Reduction Act.
Next, we'll discuss how the Lightyear 2 matches up to the Aptera, after being teased at CES.
Then I'll introduce you to Aptera's community forum and one particularly interesting forum thread.
Finally, we'll do our first mailbag segment and discuss some of the comments from the first show.
We'll cover the latest Aptera news, with some commentary along the way.
Things like the upcoming announcement of the Launch Edition, as part of a livestream webinar on Jan.20.
The switch to Coumputershare for investors.
Finally, a new way to actually see an Aptera in your driveway or anywhere else, using your phone and augmented reality.