Initial venture commences: Collaboration between our organization and ÖPNV-Service Hagen installs solar panel system on the initial bus of Bavarian HofBus GmbH
Sono Group Launches Solar Bus Kit in Hof, Germany
Sono Group, a leading innovator in solar technology, has unveiled a groundbreaking solar retrofit solution for commercial vehicles: the Solar Bus Kit. This pioneering technology, designed for use on buses, trucks, vans, recreational vehicles, and refrigeration trailers, harnesses solar energy to improve energy efficiency and reduce reliance on grid or fuel-based power [1][2].
The Solar Bus Kit, installed on the roof of a Mercedes-Benz Citaro C2 bus operated by Stadtwerke Hof, features 16 semi-flexible photovoltaic panels. The solar power generated is fed into the battery to support the conventional diesel engine and save CO2 emissions [1]. The goal of this technology is to extend range, reduce fuel costs, and lessen the impact of CO2 emissions [1].
HofBus GmbH, a German bus operator, has partnered with Sono Group to integrate the solar retrofit kits into their bus fleet. This collaboration aims to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions while promoting the adoption of solar-powered mobility solutions in public and commercial transport [1][2].
Luca Bochhammer, Managing Director of ÖPNV Service, expressed pride in the first project and anticipation for future collaborations [1]. Jona Christians, CEO and co-founder of Sono Group, expressed excitement about the project, stating that it paves the way for climate-friendly mobility [1].
This pilot project in Hof, Germany, is part of Stadtwerke Hof's long-term strategy to promote the switch to electric mobility [1]. The first bus with the solar bus kit has been on the road in Hof since receiving road approval from the German Technical Inspection Agency (TÜV) [1].
Readers should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. Sono Group assumes no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements [1]. The company's OTCQB symbol is SEVCF [1].
| Aspect | Details | |------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | Product | Sono Group Solar Bus Kit | | Application | Retrofit solar panels on buses, trucks, vans, RVs | | Key features | Roof-mounted solar panels, advanced energy management | | Benefits | Renewable energy use, reduced emissions and costs | | Partnership | HofBus GmbH integrates kits in their bus fleet |
This innovative solar retrofit solution marks a significant step towards a more sustainable and efficient commercial transport sector.
- This solar retrofit solution, derived from the innovative work in environmental-science and technology, is set to revolutionize various sectors of the industry by offering a means to harness renewable energy for vehicles such as buses, trucks, vans, recreational vehicles, and refrigeration trailers.
- Being a pioneer in the field of science and finance, Sono Group's Solar Bus Kit aims to address climate-change issues by reducing CO2 emissions, lowering energy costs, and promoting the use of solar power in public and commercial transport, particularly through collaborations with companies like HofBus GmbH.
- As the solar energy generated by the panels installed on the Solar Bus Kit powers the conventional engine, it serves twofold purposes: enhancing energy efficiency and driving the transition towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy landscape in the transportation sector.
