TELO Trucks Partners with Aptera to Introduce Solar Panel Configurations to Revolutionize Mobility

TELO Trucks — maker of the world’s most efficient electric pickup truck — has partnered with Aptera, the leader in solar-powered EV technology, to introduce integrated solar panel options for the TELO MT1. This innovative feature empowers buyers to select up to three solar panel kits, enabling charging on the go and enhancing energy independence, even in remote locations.

The available solar panel options include:

1. Rooftop Truck Cab Solar Paneling – Integrated panels over the cab maximize daily energy generation.

2. Tonneau Truck Bed Cover Solar Paneling– A solar-equipped bed cover adds power while preserving storage versatility.

3. Camper Shell Solar Paneling – Panels extending from the cab over the bed increase charging capacity and storage options.

Aptera’s solar panels generate up to 200 watts each at peak sunlight, delivering 1-2 kWh per day based on location and season. Using a glass-glass configuration ensures optimal efficiency and durability. TELO vehicles consume just 200-300 kWh/mi, significantly reducing energy needs and extending range with solar options. Ideal for adventurers and daily drivers alike,this technology enhances TELO’s sustainability and delivers freedom from the grid.

Car buyers will be able to tailor their pickup truck precisely to their needs by selecting their desired TELO solar configuration during the time of pre-order. These options offer unmatched flexibility, supporting TELO’s goal of delivering more efficient and sustainable vehicles that balance work and play.

Aptera, a trailblazer in solar-powered commuter vehicles, unveiled their groundbreaking technology at CES 2025. This partnership combines Aptera’s expertise with TELO’s innovative design, ensuring seamless integration and maximum performance.

“Our unique curved solar cell design makes it the perfect application to propel automotive utility further than ever before,” said Steve Fambro, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Aptera. “Together with TELO, we’re harnessing the power of the sun to make life off the grid a reality for everyone by putting the sun to work for them.”

Thanks to TELO’s newest offering of solar power charging, the company continues to redefine the possibilities of EV ownership.

Jason Marks – CEO and Co-Founder of TELO Trucks – adds, “Whether buyers are looking for a commuter vehicle, a safer, more sustainable option to serve their family’s needs, a rugged, dependable pickup truck for outdoor adventuring, or a highly-functional fleet vehicle that increases their business’s efficiency, TELO continues to be a first-in-class automotive option to satisfy the many needs of car buyers.”

TELO and Aptera will make these solar panel options available for pre-order later this year. The fully realized drivable prototype is currently in production at Aria Group, which joined forces with TELO in 2024 after a successful $5.4M strategic funding round led by Neo and Spero Ventures.

For more information about TELO or to pre-order a TELO Truck for only $152 — the length in inches of the compact vehicle — please visit www.telotrucks.com.

ABOUT TELO TRUCKS

TELO Trucks makes intelligently designed, compact electric vehicle trucks for city living and weekend adventuring. Its signature TELO Truck, launched in June 2023, features the standard pickup truck bed capacity and crew cabin in a dramatically shortened 152-inch vehicle. With over 4,550 pre-orders secured since launch, TELO is representative of a different era of EV companies. Co-founded by Jason Marks, Forrest North and Yves Béhar with design input from fuseproject. To learn more, visit www.telotrucks.com.

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ABOUT APTERA MOTORS

Aptera Motors Corp.® delivers the world’s most technologically advanced solar electric vehicles (sEVs), made possible by breakthroughs in solar technology, battery efficiency, aerodynamics, material science, and manufacturing. Aptera is the first in a series of eco-friendly vehicles that the company plans to offer for consumer and commercial use. Its flagship vehicle, the Launch Edition, offers up to 400 miles per charge plus the ability to travel up to 40 miles a day on free power from its integrated solar panels. With only six key body components, Aptera’s unique shape allows it to slip through the air using far less energy than other electric and hybrid vehicles today. To learn more, visit https://aptera.us.

CONTACTS

Lee Anna Mariglia
Head of Communications, TELO Trucks
leeanna@telotrucks.com
1.415.786.1832

Quincy Hilla
Head of Digital Marketing & Public Relations, Aptera
quincy@aptera.us
1.707.972.9302

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Lee Anna Mariglia

Head of Communications

TELO Trucks

leeanna@telotrucks.com