DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Marya nne Kane SOLAR CAR - SQUAD - IS COMING TO THE US Source: Squad All new, solar-powered electric city car, the Squad from the Netherlands, is coming to the US. Here are some facts: This is a small, solar-electric car, designed for city driving, that costs only $6,250.00 Designed to make city living easier and more affordable Car is lightweight, efficient and helps to reduce transportation emissions Squad debuted in Europe in May 2022 and in some European nations doesn't require a license to drive because it's so lightweight Top speed - 28 mph On a sunny day gets 62 miles of range from its 4 battery packs Solar panel on roof can produce 19 miles of range 2 kw rear-in-wheel motors power the 4, 1.6 kWh battery packs Currently carries 2 passengers 4-passenger version is in the works Squad is taking pre-orders for the car i