Little electric and hybrid prototypes are a regular feature on TheGreenCarWebsite.co.uk, but what if you have a lot of people to transport? How is the low carbon revolution going to deal with family needs?
Well one Hungarian firm may have the answer after revealing a new small hybrid concept with a twist; two can be hitched together to provide a total of six seats. The three-seat prototype manufactured by Antro, features a hybrid engine and solar panels on the roof to provide ultra low carbon transport. Called the Antro Solo, the new prototype features a carbon fibre body and Lithium-ion batteries, and in future could even have a ‘multifuel engine-generator’.
High-efficiency solar cells placed on the roof could help provide a range of up to 25 km per day. At 3.12 m long and 1.92 m wide, the prototype may only be small but by using "by wire" control, two vehicles can be hitched together to provide additional passenger capacity.
The Hungarian firm hopes to have the Solo in production by 2012.
