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	\| publisher = [http://www.nctimes.com/ North County Times]		\| publisher = [http://www.nctimes.com/ North County Times]
	}}</ref> In July 2008 [[Google.org]] invested US$2.75 million,<ref>{{cite web		}}</ref> In July 2008 Google.org invested US$2.75 million,<ref>{{cite web
	\| url = http://blog.google.org/2008/07/driving-plug-in-technology-with.html		\| url = http://blog.google.org/2008/07/driving-plug-in-technology-with.html
	\| title = Driving plug-in technology with investments of $2.75 million		\| title = Driving plug-in technology with investments of $2.75 million
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	\| date = 2008-07-24		\| date = 2008-07-24
	\| publisher = [[Business Wire]]		\| publisher = Business Wire
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	===Aptera 2 Series===		===Aptera 2 Series===
	{{main\|Aptera 2 Series}}		{{main\|Aptera 2 Series}}
	The Aptera 2 Series will be a two seat, three wheeled passenger vehicle. It is planned to be available in both all-electric (2e) and series hybrid (2h) configurations, at prices ranging from mid-twenty to mid-forty thousand dollars.<ref>[http://www.aptera.com/faqs.php Aptera FAQ's], retrieved 12/30/2008</ref> Aerodynamic optimization using ~~[[Computational fluid dynamics\|~~simulations]] and light-weight composite construction yields a vehicle which consumes only 80 Wh/mi at 55 mph, about half the energy needed to propel the [[EV1]].<ref name="Youtube1" /> On the ~~[[Battery electric vehicle\|~~battery electric]] model, this means a 120 mile range on 10 kWh of electricity, or around 340 mpg price equivalent.<ref>Assuming 13.49¢/kWh ([http://www.eia.doe.gov/cneaf/electricity/epm/table5_6_a.html DOE Aug 2008 California Residential average]) and $3.816/US gallon ([http://www.fuelgaugereport.com/sbsavg.asp AAA Daily Average California], Regular, 2008-09-13); [http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=.1349+USD%2FkWh+%2F+3.816+USD%2FUS+gallon+*+%2810+kWh+%2F+120+miles%29+in+mpg calc]</ref> On the hybrid vehicle, it leads to projections of 130 mpg on gasoline alone, or 300 mpg if plugged in every 120 miles.		The Aptera 2 Series will be a two seat, three wheeled passenger vehicle. It is planned to be available in both all-electric (2e) and series hybrid (2h) configurations, at prices ranging from mid-twenty to mid-forty thousand dollars.<ref>[http://www.aptera.com/faqs.php Aptera FAQ's], retrieved 12/30/2008</ref> Aerodynamic optimization using simulations and light-weight composite construction yields a vehicle which consumes only 80 Wh/mi at 55 mph, about half the energy needed to propel the [[EV1]].<ref name="Youtube1" /> On the battery electric model, this means a 120 mile range on 10 kWh of electricity, or around 340 mpg price equivalent.<ref>Assuming 13.49¢/kWh ([http://www.eia.doe.gov/cneaf/electricity/epm/table5_6_a.html DOE Aug 2008 California Residential average]) and $3.816/US gallon ([http://www.fuelgaugereport.com/sbsavg.asp AAA Daily Average California], Regular, 2008-09-13); [http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=.1349+USD%2FkWh+%2F+3.816+USD%2FUS+gallon+*+%2810+kWh+%2F+120+miles%29+in+mpg calc]</ref> On the hybrid vehicle, it leads to projections of 130 mpg on gasoline alone, or 300 mpg if plugged in every 120 miles.

	Aptera Motors emphasizes that safety was not traded off for efficiency, citing ~~[[Finite element method\|~~crash test simulations]] and more recently component crush testing as indicating excellent survivability–on par with more conventional vehicles. Real-world crash test results are forthcoming, however.		Aptera Motors emphasizes that safety was not traded off for efficiency, citing crash test simulations and more recently component crush testing as indicating excellent survivability–on par with more conventional vehicles. Real-world crash test results are forthcoming, however.

	The Aptera 2 Series features roof-mounted solar panels, always-on climate control, and keyless ignition and entry. An in-car touch screen PC serves as entertainment, navigation, and communication system. A rear-view camera supplements side mirrors for visibility.		The Aptera 2 Series features roof-mounted solar panels, always-on climate control, and keyless ignition and entry. An in-car touch screen PC serves as entertainment, navigation, and communication system. A rear-view camera supplements side mirrors for visibility.
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	===Initial design & rendering===		===Initial design & rendering===
	Aptera’s introductory press release claimed their design would achieve 330 mpg, and included computer renderings of the proposed vehicle. The body shape was initially estimated to have a [[drag coefficient]] of 0.055 to 0.06, and would have sported a ~~{{convert\|~~12~~\|hp\|~~kW~~\|0}}~~ [[diesel engine]] and a ~~{{convert\|~~24~~\|hp\|~~kW~~\|0}}~~ permanent magnet [[DC motor]]. The design also called for a [[continuously variable transmission\|CVT]] and [[ultracapacitors]], and sell for under US$20,000.<ref>{{cite web		Aptera’s introductory press release claimed their design would achieve 330 mpg, and included computer renderings of the proposed vehicle. The body shape was initially estimated to have a drag coefficient of 0.055 to 0.06, and would have sported a 12 horsepower (9 kW) [[diesel engine]] and a 24 horsepower (18 kW) permanent magnet DC motor. The design also called for a [[continuously variable transmission\|CVT]] and ultracapacitors, and sell for under US$20,000.<ref>{{cite web
	\| url = http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=108992		\| url = http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=108992
	\| title = 330 MPG! Aptera Hybrid Promises Amazing Mileage for Less Than $20,000		\| title = 330 MPG! Aptera Hybrid Promises Amazing Mileage for Less Than $20,000
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	===Aptera Mk-0===		===Aptera Mk-0===

	The Mk-0 technology demonstration vehicle was built to confirm the effectiveness of the design, and in the words of co-founder Mark Anthony, “just to show people that we weren't full of crap.”<ref>{{cite web \|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ogy6_KHE4A \|title=An Aptera guided tour: the factory \|\|accessdate=13 December 2008 \|publisher=Aptera Motors \|date=2008-04-30}}</ref> Due to its higher than expected drag coefficient of 0.11, it only achieved 230 mpg at ~~{{convert\|~~55\|mph\|km/h~~\|abbr=on}}~~. The target price was unchanged at “around $20,000.”		The Mk-0 technology demonstration vehicle was built to confirm the effectiveness of the design, and in the words of co-founder Mark Anthony, “just to show people that we weren't full of crap.”<ref>{{cite web \|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ogy6_KHE4A \|title=An Aptera guided tour: the factory \|\|accessdate=13 December 2008 \|publisher=Aptera Motors \|date=2008-04-30}}</ref> Due to its higher than expected drag coefficient of 0.11, it only achieved 230 mpg at 230 mpg at 55 mph (89 km/h). The target price was unchanged at “around $20,000.”

	===Aptera Typ-1 / Aptera Mk-1===		===Aptera Typ-1 / Aptera Mk-1===
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	==Financing and production==		==Financing and production==
	Fambro himself invested around US$100,000 to found Aptera Motors. [[Idealab]] invested “about $1 million,” and “more than $1 million” came from [[Esenjay Explorations]] CEO Michael Johnson.<ref name = "nctimes">{{cite web		Fambro himself invested around US$100,000 to found Aptera Motors. Idealab invested “about $1 million,” and “more than $1 million” came from Esenjay Explorations CEO Michael Johnson.<ref name = "nctimes">{{cite web
	\| url = http://www.nctimes.com/articles/2007/09/26/business/news/7_01_009_25_07.prt		\| url = http://www.nctimes.com/articles/2007/09/26/business/news/7_01_009_25_07.prt
	\| title = Prototype gets 300 mpg, company says, qualifies for car-pool lane		\| title = Prototype gets 300 mpg, company says, qualifies for car-pool lane
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	Aptera Motors is moving into a larger facility in [[Vista, CA]], a move in the works since at least March 2008.<ref name="Youtube1" /> As of August 2008, Aptera Motors has received around 4000 refundable deposits for the Aptera 2e and Aptera 2h,<ref>{{cite web		Aptera Motors is moving into a larger facility in Vista, CA, a move in the works since at least March 2008.<ref name="Youtube1" /> As of August 2008, Aptera Motors has received around 4000 refundable deposits for the Aptera 2e and Aptera 2h,<ref>{{cite web
	\| url = http://www.daughtersoftiresias.org/apterawiki/Known_pre-orders		\| url = http://www.daughtersoftiresias.org/apterawiki/Known_pre-orders
	\| title = Known Pre-orders – Apterawiki		\| title = Known Pre-orders – Apterawiki

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	\| publisher = [http://www.daughtersoftiresias.org/apterawiki/Main_Page Apterawiki]		\| publisher = [http://www.daughtersoftiresias.org/apterawiki/Main_Page Apterawiki]
	}}</ref> and currently aims to deliver first all-electric units to customers in early 2009, and the first hybrids in late 2009.{{Fact\|date=January 2009}}		}}</ref> and currently aims to deliver first all-electric units to customers in early 2009, and the first hybrids in late 2009.{{Fact\|date=January 2009}}


	==See Also==		==See Also==
	~~This section should be used to link to other pages within Wikicars, that are related to this article.~~		{{Aptera}}
	* For example, the [[Ford]] company page, will have links to [[Mercury]], [[Lincoln]], [[Mazda]] and [[Volvo]] in this section, because all four are manufatured by [[Ford]] ''and'' are related in content because they are [[List of Manufacturers\|Automobile Manufacturers]].

	==External Links==		==External Links==
	~~Please include any external sites that were used in collaborating this data, including manufacturer sites, in this section~~.		*[http://www.aptera.com/ Aptera Official Website]

	[[Category:Makes]]		[[Category:Makes]]

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	===Aptera Mk-0===		===Aptera Mk-0===
	~~{{Infobox Automobile generation~~
	~~\| name = Aptera Mk-0~~
	~~\| image =~~
	~~\| manufacturer = Aptera Motors, Inc.~~
	~~\| parent_company =~~
	~~\| aka =~~
	~~\| production = no (technology demonstrator)~~
	~~\| assembly = United States~~
	~~\| predecessor = unnamed homebuilt prototype~~
	~~\| successor = Aptera 2e~~
	~~\| class = [[Subcompact]]~~
	~~\| body_style = 2-door [[three-wheeled car]]~~
	~~\| engine = '''Diesel''': {{convert\|9\|kW\|hp\|0\|abbr=on}}<br />'''Electric''': {{convert\|19\|kW\|hp\|0\|abbr=on}}~~
	~~\| transmission = [[Continuously variable transmission\|CVT]]~~
	~~\| wheelbase = {{convert\|1625\|mm\|in\|0\|abbr=on}}~~
	~~\| length = {{convert\|4394\|mm\|in\|0\|abbr=on}}~~
	~~\| width =~~
	~~\| height =~~
	~~\| weight = {{convert\|386\|kg\|lb\|0\|abbr=on}}~~
	~~\| fuel_capacity =~~
	~~\| sp = us~~
	}}

	The Mk-0 technology demonstration vehicle was built to confirm the effectiveness of the design, and in the words of co-founder Mark Anthony, “just to show people that we weren't full of crap.”<ref>{{cite web \|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ogy6_KHE4A \|title=An Aptera guided tour: the factory \|\|accessdate=13 December 2008 \|publisher=Aptera Motors \|date=2008-04-30}}</ref> Due to its higher than expected drag coefficient of 0.11, it only achieved 230 mpg at {{convert\|55\|mph\|km/h\|abbr=on}}. The target price was unchanged at “around $20,000.”		The Mk-0 technology demonstration vehicle was built to confirm the effectiveness of the design, and in the words of co-founder Mark Anthony, “just to show people that we weren't full of crap.”<ref>{{cite web \|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ogy6_KHE4A \|title=An Aptera guided tour: the factory \|\|accessdate=13 December 2008 \|publisher=Aptera Motors \|date=2008-04-30}}</ref> Due to its higher than expected drag coefficient of 0.11, it only achieved 230 mpg at {{convert\|55\|mph\|km/h\|abbr=on}}. The target price was unchanged at “around $20,000.”

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{{List of {{PAGENAME}} Models}}
'''Aptera Motors''', formerly Accelerated Composites,<ref>{{cite web| url = http://auto.howstuffworks.com/aptera-hybrid.htm| title = Howstuffworks "How the Aptera Hybrid Works"| accessdate = 2008-07-04| last = John| first = Fuller| date = 2008-01-08| publisher = [[HowStuffWorks]]}}</ref> is a maker of high-efficiency vehicles, and is located in Carlsbad, California.

Aptera’s first product, a three-wheeled two-seater named the [[Aptera 2 Series]], is currently under development,<ref name = "PopSci1">{{cite web| url = http://www.popsci.com/cars/article/2006-09/race-100-mpg| title = The Race to 100 MPG| accessdate = 2007-11-22| last = Baker| first = Billy| date = 2006-09-01| publisher = [[Popular Science]]}}</ref> though they are accepting pre-orders from California residents.<ref name="ApteraReserve">{{cite web| url = https://aptera.com/reserve.php| title = Reserve Your Aptera| accessdate = 2008-01-19| publisher = Aptera Motors}}</ref> The fuel efficiency of 300 mpg-US (0.78 L/100 km) when plugged in every 120 miles (190 km) would make it one of the most fuel-efficient cars in the world.

The name ''Aptera'' is Greek for “wingless,” a nod to their light-aircraft-inspired design and construction techniques,<ref>{{cite web| url = http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/04/16/HOP1103V8S.DTL| title = Aptera’s 3-wheeler looks as if it could soar| accessdate = 2008-08-02| date = 2008-04-16| publisher = [http://www.sfgate.com/ San Francisco Chronicle]}}</ref> and is correctly pluralized ‘Apteras.’

==History==
In January 2006, startup Accelerated Composites issued a press release detailing an automobile design that would get an estimated 330 mpg at 65 mph (105 km/h).

The Mk-0 technology demonstrator was unveiled at the TED Conference in March 2007.<ref>{{cite web
| url = http://www.treehugger.com/files/2007/03/the_future_is_h.php
| title = The Future is Here: Aptera’s Prototype Unveiled
| accessdate = 2007-11-22
| last = Dunn
| first = Colin
| date = 2007-03-15
| publisher = [http://www.treehugger.com/ TreeHugger.com]
}}</ref>

In August 2007, it was announced that Aptera was one of the first 30 participants in the [[Automotive X Prize]], where they are considered a front-runner in the alternate class.<ref>{{cite web
| url = http://auto.xprize.org/auto/press-release/automotive-x-prize-announces-first-30-teams-in-multimillion-dollar-competition-fo
| title = Automotive X PRIZE Announces First 30+ Teams in Multimillion Dollar Competition for 100 MPGe Vehicles
| accessdate = 2008-07-04
| date = 2007-08-01
| publisher = [[Automotive X Prize]]
}}</ref>

On April 22, 2008 Aptera announced that Neil Hannemann, who previously led a number of projects including the [[Dodge Viper]], the [[Ford GT]], and the [[Saleen S7]], was hired as SVP of Program Management & Manufacturing.<ref>{{cite web
| url = http://www.businesswire.com/news/google/20080423005330/en
| title = Aptera Motors Taps Neil Hannemann as SVP of Program Management & Manufacturing
| accessdate = 2008-09-14
| date = 2008-04-23
| publisher = [[Business Wire]]
}}</ref>

On June 24, 2008 they announced that Tony Kirton was hired as Chief Marketing Officer. He had previously worked for “five years as Director of Marketing at Audi of America, Vice President of Sales for Volkswagen & Audi in Great Britain, and Chief Marketing Officer on the executive board of BMW’s South African marketing and manufacturing subsidiary,” as well as independent branding and marketing consulting.<ref>{{cite web
| url = http://www.businesswire.com/news/google/20080624005504/en
| title = Tony Kirton Joins Aptera as Chief Marketing Officer
| accessdate = 2008-09-13
| date = 2008-06-24
| publisher = [[Business Wire]]
}}</ref>

On September 3, 2008 Aptera revealed that Steve Fambro hired Paul Wilbur as Aptera’s new CEO and assumed the title of Chief Technical Officer.<ref>{{cite web
| url = http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20080903005523/en
| title = Aptera Hires Seasoned Auto Executive Paul Wilbur as Its New President and CEO
| accessdate = 2008-09-13
| date = 2008-09-03
| publisher = [[Business Wire]]
}}</ref> This led some to speculate that Fambro would be ousted, similar to [[Martin Eberhard]] of [[Tesla Motors]] and [[Daniel Riegert]] of [[Phoenix Motorcars]].<ref>{{cite web
| url = http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/uptospeed/2008/09/aptera-electric.html
| title = Aptera’s Management Mystery
| last = Bensinger
| first = Ken
| accessdate = 2008-09-13
| date = 2008-09-03
| publisher = [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/ LA Times Blog]
}}</ref> Shortly thereafter, Marques McCammon, who previously worked with Wilbur at both [[American Speciality Cars]] and [[Saleen|Saleen, Inc.]], also joined Aptera.

==Future Models==
===Aptera 2 Series===
{{main|Aptera 2 Series}}
The Aptera 2 Series will be a two seat, three wheeled passenger vehicle. It is planned to be available in both all-electric (2e) and series hybrid (2h) configurations, at prices ranging from mid-twenty to mid-forty thousand dollars.<ref>[http://www.aptera.com/faqs.php Aptera FAQ's], retrieved 12/30/2008</ref> Aerodynamic optimization using [[Computational fluid dynamics|simulations]] and light-weight composite construction yields a vehicle which consumes only 80 Wh/mi at 55 mph, about half the energy needed to propel the [[EV1]].<ref name="Youtube1" /> On the [[Battery electric vehicle|battery electric]] model, this means a 120 mile range on 10 kWh of electricity, or around 340 mpg price equivalent.<ref>Assuming 13.49¢/kWh ([http://www.eia.doe.gov/cneaf/electricity/epm/table5_6_a.html DOE Aug 2008 California Residential average]) and $3.816/US gallon ([http://www.fuelgaugereport.com/sbsavg.asp AAA Daily Average California], Regular, 2008-09-13); [http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=.1349+USD%2FkWh+%2F+3.816+USD%2FUS+gallon+*+%2810+kWh+%2F+120+miles%29+in+mpg calc]</ref> On the hybrid vehicle, it leads to projections of 130 mpg on gasoline alone, or 300 mpg if plugged in every 120 miles.

Aptera Motors emphasizes that safety was not traded off for efficiency, citing [[Finite element method|crash test simulations]] and more recently component crush testing as indicating excellent survivability–on par with more conventional vehicles. Real-world crash test results are forthcoming, however.

The Aptera 2 Series features roof-mounted solar panels, always-on climate control, and keyless ignition and entry. An in-car touch screen PC serves as entertainment, navigation, and communication system. A rear-view camera supplements side mirrors for visibility.

===Project X===
In December 2007, Steve Fambro mentioned “Project X,” a four-wheeled five-passenger model for possible future production.<ref name = "PopMech2">{{cite web
| url = http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/new_cars/4237853.html
| title = Aptera’s Super-MPG Electric Typ-1 e: Exclusive Video Test Drive
| accessdate = 2007-12-22
| last = Stewart
| first = Ben
| date = 2007-12-21
| publisher = [[Popular Mechanics]]
}}</ref> In March 2008 he further mentioned “other projects that are certainly more mainstream” in the works.<ref name = "Youtube1">{{cite web| url = http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tj718vRrYGM| title = YouTube - Aptera CEO Steve Fambro| accessdate = 2008-03-31| last = Kates| first = David| date = 2008-03-04| publisher = [http://www.alternativeenergy.com/ AlternativeEnergy.com]}}</ref> However, Fambro has also stated that “you’ll know it’s an Aptera,” indicating that its look will remain distinctive.<ref name="gizmag">{{cite web
| url = http://www.gizmag.com/aptera-typ1-three-wheel-electric-vehicle/8392/
| title = Aptera officially launches futuristic, super-efficient three wheeler
| accessdate = 2007-12-22
| date = [[November 23]], [[2007]]
| publisher = [http://www.gizmag.com/ gizmag]
}}</ref>

== Historical Vehicles ==

Aptera Motors' vehicle design has undergone several design revisions, summarized here. These vehicles are not intended for production, but are presented for completeness and to avoid confusion with earlier, outdated designs.

===Initial design & rendering===
Aptera’s introductory press release claimed their design would achieve 330 mpg, and included computer renderings of the proposed vehicle. The body shape was initially estimated to have a [[drag coefficient]] of 0.055 to 0.06, and would have sported a {{convert|12|hp|kW|0}} [[diesel engine]] and a {{convert|24|hp|kW|0}} permanent magnet [[DC motor]]. The design also called for a [[continuously variable transmission|CVT]] and [[ultracapacitors]], and sell for under US$20,000.<ref>{{cite web
| url = http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=108992
| title = 330 MPG! Aptera Hybrid Promises Amazing Mileage for Less Than $20,000
| accessdate = 2007-11-22
| date = 2006-01-20
| publisher = [[Edmunds.com]]
| archiveurl = http://web.archive.org/web/20061010013619/http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=108992
| archivedate = 2006-10-10
}}</ref><ref>{{cite web
| url = http://www.greencarcongress.com/2006/01/startup_introdu.html
| title = Startup Introduces 330MPG Diesel Hybrid Design
| accessdate = 2007-11-22
| date = 2006-01-18
| publisher = [http://www.greencarcongress.com/ Green Car Congress]
}}</ref>

===Aptera Mk-0===
{{Infobox Automobile generation
| name = Aptera Mk-0
| image =
| manufacturer = Aptera Motors, Inc.
| parent_company =
| aka =
| production = no (technology demonstrator)
| assembly = United States
| predecessor = unnamed homebuilt prototype
| successor = Aptera 2e
| class = [[Subcompact]]
| body_style = 2-door [[three-wheeled car]]
| engine = '''Diesel''': {{convert|9|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}<br />'''Electric''': {{convert|19|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}
| transmission = [[Continuously variable transmission|CVT]]
| wheelbase = {{convert|1625|mm|in|0|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4394|mm|in|0|abbr=on}}
| width =
| height =
| weight = {{convert|386|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| fuel_capacity =
| sp = us
}}

The Mk-0 technology demonstration vehicle was built to confirm the effectiveness of the design, and in the words of co-founder Mark Anthony, “just to show people that we weren't full of crap.”<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ogy6_KHE4A |title=An Aptera guided tour: the factory ||accessdate=13 December 2008 |publisher=Aptera Motors |date=2008-04-30}}</ref> Due to its higher than expected drag coefficient of 0.11, it only achieved 230 mpg at {{convert|55|mph|km/h|abbr=on}}. The target price was unchanged at “around $20,000.”

===Aptera Typ-1 / Aptera Mk-1===

In September 2007, the Aptera Motors website was updated with information on the new Aptera design (dubbed the Aptera Typ-1), and the Mk-1 pre-production prototype was unveiled. The [[Aptera Motors#Aptera Mk-0|Mk-0 prototype]] was redesigned by Jason Hill, who worked on the [[Smart Fortwo]] and [[Porsche Carrera GT]],<ref name="Wired">{{cite web
| url = http://www.wired.com/cars/futuretransport/magazine/16-01/ff_100mpg
| title = 1 Gallon of Gas, 100 Miles – $10 Million: The Race to Build the Supergreen Car
| accessdate = 2008-04-01
| last = Eric
| first = Hagerman
| date = 2007-12-20
| publisher = [[Wired Magazine]]
}}</ref>
with a finished interior and new body styling. At this time, Aptera Motors started to take reservations from residents of California for its pilot models — then caled the Typ-1e and Typ-1h.<ref name="ohgizmo">{{cite web
| url = http://ohgizmo.com/2007/09/28/aptera-electrichybrid-car-on-pre-order-for-500/
| title = OhGizmo! » Archive » Aptera Electric/Hybrid Car On Pre-Order for $500
| accessdate = 2008-05-13
| last = Ackerman
| first = Evan
| date = 2007-09-28
| publisher = [http://www.ohgizmo.com/ OhGizmo!]
}}</ref> A gasoline engine was used, due to the way diesel emissions are calculated.<ref name="ApteraFAQ">{{cite web| url = http://www.aptera.com/ask.php| title = Frequently Asked Questions| accessdate = 2008-01-19| publisher = Aptera Motors}}</ref>

In February 2008, the Mk-1 was featured in an advertisement for [[Touchstone Energy Cooperatives]].<ref name = "Touchstone"> {{cite web
| url = http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OI2iCE51R9U
| title = YouTube - Change Rolls Into Town
| accessdate = 2008-07-04
| date = 2008-03-06
| publisher = [[Touchstone Energy Cooperatives]]
}}
</ref>

The Aptera Typ-1 design was superseded by the Aptera 2e. Differences include front-wheel drive, the addition of side-view mirrors, a redesigned interior, and consolidating the rear-view cameras into a wide-angle “fin” on the roof.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://aptera.com/newsletter111908/ |title= Aptera Newsletter 11/19/2008
|accessdate=13 December 2008 |publisher= Aptera Motors|date=2008-11-19 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://aptera.com/newsletter121908/ |title= Aptera Newsletter 1]2/19/2008
|accessdate=26 December 2008 |publisher= Aptera Motors|date=2008-12-19 }}</ref>

==Financing and production==
Fambro himself invested around US$100,000 to found Aptera Motors. [[Idealab]] invested “about $1 million,” and “more than $1 million” came from [[Esenjay Explorations]] CEO Michael Johnson.<ref name = "nctimes">{{cite web
| url = http://www.nctimes.com/articles/2007/09/26/business/news/7_01_009_25_07.prt
| title = Prototype gets 300 mpg, company says, qualifies for car-pool lane
| accessdate = 2008-04-01
| last = Bradley
| first = Fikes
| date = 2007-09-25
| publisher = [http://www.nctimes.com/ North County Times]
}}</ref> In July 2008 [[Google.org]] invested US$2.75 million,<ref>{{cite web
| url = http://blog.google.org/2008/07/driving-plug-in-technology-with.html
| title = Driving plug-in technology with investments of $2.75 million
| accessdate = 2008-08-16
| last = Sun
| first = Karl
| date = 2008-07-23
| publisher = [http://blog.google.org/ google.org blog]
}}</ref> with the total for the Series “C” investments of about US$24 million.<ref>{{cite web
| url = http://www.businesswire.com/news/google/20080724006373/en
| title = Aptera Moves One Step Closer to Production of Its Ultra-Efficient Typ-1 Vehicle
| accessdate = 2008-08-16
| last = Dore
| first = Tisha
| date = 2008-07-24
| publisher = [[Business Wire]]
}}</ref>

Aptera Motors is moving into a larger facility in [[Vista, CA]], a move in the works since at least March 2008.<ref name="Youtube1" /> As of August 2008, Aptera Motors has received around 4000 refundable deposits for the Aptera 2e and Aptera 2h,<ref>{{cite web
| url = http://www.daughtersoftiresias.org/apterawiki/Known_pre-orders
| title = Known Pre-orders – Apterawiki
| accessdate = 2008-08-16
| date = 2008-08-08
| publisher = [http://www.daughtersoftiresias.org/apterawiki/Main_Page Apterawiki]
}}</ref> and currently aims to deliver first all-electric units to customers in early 2009, and the first hybrids in late 2009.{{Fact|date=January 2009}}

==See Also==
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* For example, the [[Ford]] company page, will have links to [[Mercury]], [[Lincoln]], [[Mazda]] and [[Volvo]] in this section, because all four are manufatured by [[Ford]] ''and'' are related in content because they are [[List of Manufacturers|Automobile Manufacturers]].

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	~~{{Infobox Automobile generation~~
	~~\| name = Aptera Mk-0~~
	~~\| image =~~
	~~\| manufacturer = Aptera Motors, Inc.~~
	~~\| parent_company =~~
	~~\| aka =~~
	~~\| production = no (technology demonstrator)~~
	~~\| assembly = United States~~
	~~\| predecessor = unnamed homebuilt prototype~~
	~~\| successor = Aptera 2e~~
	~~\| class = [[Subcompact]]~~
	~~\| body_style = 2-door [[three-wheeled car]]~~
	~~\| engine = '''Diesel''': {{convert\|9\|kW\|hp\|0\|abbr=on}}<br />'''Electric''': {{convert\|19\|kW\|hp\|0\|abbr=on}}~~
	~~\| transmission = [[Continuously variable transmission\|CVT]]~~
	~~\| wheelbase = {{convert\|1625\|mm\|in\|0\|abbr=on}}~~
	~~\| length = {{convert\|4394\|mm\|in\|0\|abbr=on}}~~
	~~\| width =~~
	~~\| height =~~
	~~\| weight = {{convert\|386\|kg\|lb\|0\|abbr=on}}~~
	~~\| fuel_capacity =~~
	~~\| sp = us~~
	}}

	The Mk-0 technology demonstration vehicle was built to confirm the effectiveness of the design, and in the words of co-founder Mark Anthony, “just to show people that we weren't full of crap.”<ref>{{cite web \|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ogy6_KHE4A \|title=An Aptera guided tour: the factory \|\|accessdate=13 December 2008 \|publisher=Aptera Motors \|date=2008-04-30}}</ref> Due to its higher than expected drag coefficient of 0.11, it only achieved 230 mpg at {{convert\|55\|mph\|km/h\|abbr=on}}. The target price was unchanged at “around $20,000.”		The Mk-0 technology demonstration vehicle was built to confirm the effectiveness of the design, and in the words of co-founder Mark Anthony, “just to show people that we weren't full of crap.”<ref>{{cite web \|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ogy6_KHE4A \|title=An Aptera guided tour: the factory \|\|accessdate=13 December 2008 \|publisher=Aptera Motors \|date=2008-04-30}}</ref> Due to its higher than expected drag coefficient of 0.11, it only achieved 230 mpg at {{convert\|55\|mph\|km/h\|abbr=on}}. The target price was unchanged at “around $20,000.”