The aim is to create free blueprint+instructions for building a simple, attractive-looking, and of course legal, two-passenger solar car, with 100% green charging and transportation abilities.
The blueprints and instructions will enable any non-technical person to build the car at home with a screwdriver, saw and drill (and his/her own materials), for under 1000$.
We believe that a green solar car can make our world a better place, providing better mobility for both developed and developing countries, and directly affect the environment and economy.
- Legal . Most of the current designs aren't legal in most countries.
- Affordable price (under 1,000$)
- DIY : Can be built with only a screwdriver and drill using commodity parts.
- Safe.
- Good looking
- Zero maintenance costs ; 100% powered by solar power.
- Long distance ( 2-3 hours of driving after 1 day of solar charging )
- You. please help us !
- Built the first prototype
- Constructor signed approval for Chassis
The EN15194 ( or TI15194 ) reulations enforce these rules:
- Weight : up to 30Kg
- Up to 25KMPH
- Up to 250W motor ( 750W/500W in US/Canada )
- Electric engine power activated by pedals
- Handles steering ( wheel is forbidden ! )
- 4 wheels ( 3 in US/Canada )
- Up to 2 passengers
- Lights ( back and forward ) + Horn + light reflectors
- Driver over 16 , has helmet , put explanation signs on bikes
- need to assamble in authorized TI factory & PEDELEC/EPAC Technology - how can this be override ?
not relevant:
- Width : under 1 meter ( according to EN12184 , might not be relevant )
- Locking system against thieves ( wheels , solar panel , batteries )
- Plastic Doors or Cloth cover
- Low cost USB Air-Condition
- BLE Speakers
https://www.tinkercad.com/things/55AFa5FPQNT-solar-two-seats-e-bike-v101/
( Click on "View in 3D" or "Tinker this" )
https://www.tinkercad.com/things/4FsnoZgwlS6-solar-two-seats-e-bike-v098/
( Click on "View in 3D" or "Tinker this" )
- Two used and EN15194 approved E-Bikes ( separated by existed foldable connector , 2x200$ )
- Chassis ( DIY or by local metalworkers , 200$ )
- Bicycle handlebars connector
- Back wheels connector
- Two pedals or use the Used E-Bikes Pedals ( 10$ )
- Long Bicycle chain ( 20$ )
- Flexible Solar panel ( 250$ => 160W https://www.amazon.com//dp/B082FCZ4MD . 150cm x 67cm)
- Total : 900$
https://www.tinkercad.com/things/kswY0xzA9k0-solar-two-seats-e-bike/
( Click on "View in 3D" or "Tinker this" )
Legend: ( ORAGNE are the used e-bikes , RED is must on first phase )
- Extending Brakes Cables
- Extending Power Cables
- Extending Shifters Cables
- Full instructions : https://github.com/ZacSadan/Open-Solar-E-Car/wiki/v098.en.Instructions
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Youtube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdaoA8LxigmHuGoYiRbrgap6RRA3EQaRt
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Pinterest Playlist: https://www.pinterest.com/zacsadan/electric-solar-micro-cars/
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https://cleanleap.com/africa-pilots-use-solar-powered-cycle-vehicles
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https://www.facebook.com/udmuuv/photos/a.361334547796323/361333914463053
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http://echuamano.blogspot.com/2011/10/cuadriciclo-de-dos-plazas-foto-carlos.html
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https://www.internationalsurreyco.com/four-wheel-bikes/surrey-cycles/
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https://electricbikereview.com/forums/threads/treecycle-75kg-family-ebike.26936/
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http://according-to-e.blogspot.com/2007/09/behold-pedal-car.html
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https://www.facebook.com/PPV-The-People-Powered-Vehicle-600923303258656/
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https://www.bluebird-electric.net/bluebird_solar_powered_rickshaw.htm
Manuals:
- https://www.instructables.com/id/Quadrocycle/
- https://www.instructables.com/howto/Tandem+electric+pedals/
- https://www.instructables.com/id/Three-Wheel-Bike-Car/
- http://www.sunnev.com/manual.htm
- http://www.sunnev.com/title_page.htm
Products
- http://www.hybridmicrocar.com/tumtum_micro_car_kits - Quadricycle Solar Kit
- https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Electric-Motorized-2-Seat-Passenger-Bike_60665279233.html?spm=a2700.galleryofferlist.0.0.29aafdea8q6zMN
- https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Hybrid-electric-rickshaw-taxi-three-wheels_60816323976.html?spm=a2700.7724857.normalList.158.4df1125eztbV4f
- http://www.interlog.com/~solpro/quadricycle.htm
- https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/City-Leisure-Aluminum-Frame-Integrated-Wheel_60406834819.html?spm=a2700.wholesale.deiletai6.3.4d2638f0C0cd3B
- https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/4-Wheel-Adult-Pedal-Couple-Surrey_60384791268.html?spm=a2700.wholesale.pronpeci14.1.4d2638f0C0cd3B
- https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/4-Wheel-Adult-Pedal-Couple-Surrey_60384791268.html?spm=a2700.wholesale.pronpeci14.1.67c838f0N4axiM
- https://merckcycle.en.alibaba.com/productlist.html?spm=a2700.icbuShop.88.18.68711060bp2uhn
- https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/6-Speed-Pedal-Assist-Bicycle-Battery_60753446669.html
- https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Electric-Solar-Power-Three-Wheel-Rear_62206896444.html?spm=a2700.wholesale.deiletai6.7.62e94cdfRrxsFc
- https://www.indiamart.com/proddetail/walkman-solar-tricycle-15810125555.html
- https://minghongmotors.en.alibaba.com/product/60822055928-814768985/New_E_Trike_3_wheel_Electric_Tricycle_adult_Pedal_Assist_Electric_Passenger_Type.html
- https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Pedal-Family-Baby-Two-Seater-Beach_60364563115.html?spm=a2700.7724857.normalList.36.5a18117dxujZaP
Futuristic Cars:
- https://lightyear.one/
- https://www.aptera.us/
- https://sonomotors.com/en/sion/
- https://www.infinite-m.com/oslovehicle
- https://vita.solarteameindhoven.nl/how-it-works
- https://www.squadmobility.com/
Thin vehicles against traffic jams ( secure/safe , electric , with roof/doors , for 2 people )
- https://www.cityq.com - 0.85m
- https://nimbusev.com - 0.86m
- https://carver.earth - 0.98m
- https://citytransformer.com - 1m
- https://cleanmotion.se/products/zbee - 1.5m
- https://microlino-car.com - 1.5m