Aptera Answers YOUR Questions!

[@ApteraMotors]

Thanks for coming out! Great job with the questions, filming, and editing. 😎

[@TailosiveEV]

Thanks again! Hope to be back again soon 😎

[@fiverareblanks]

i heard sneak peek right at the end of this interview. lets have a peek :)

[@jimjones-pz1tt]

Why do give interviews only to beta-male woke KZbinrs?

[@ElroyMcDuff]

​@@jimjones-pz1tt A "beta male" whose wife or girlfriend is filming the video... Woke? LOL! Ok Trumpie.

[@RCdiy]

I sent in an e-mail to come visit before I made an investment. Can you chase it up. I used the investor email address.

[@tonydeveyra4611]

Here's a pretty insane fact I learned recently: it takes 4kWh of electricity to refine a gallon of gasoline out of crude oil. This means the Apetera travels 40 miles before the gallon of gas even gets loaded into the ICE car !

[@battery_wattage]

Yeah when people argue that EVs don’t actually help the environment, they forget this fact. Reminds me of that terrible Conway Ted Talk.

[@Dr.Gehrig]

And that doesn't include the energy it takes to find the crude in the ground, drill for it, pump it our, transport it multiple times, power the associated infrastructure, including the pump. I've heard a bunch of numbers for the kw for each gallon refined. Do you have a source on 4kwhr? I'd like it for a research paper I'm working on. Thanks.

[@battery_wattage]

@@Dr.Gehrig looking in academic sites would benefit you more if you have access to those. Also it’s not literally using ~4kwh of electricity to create that gallon, it’s only about small fraction from electricity. The rest is generated from oil. A more accurate explanation is that it takes around 4kwh of energy (not so much electricity) to refine a gallon of gas. In other words, it costs almost 4kwh of crude oil to create about 30kwh of gas (estimated energy of one gallon of gas at 100% efficiency). That might seem like a lot, but remember that gas engines are only about 30% efficient, so it takes 4kwh to create about 10kwh of useful energy once you reach the tailpipe. All estimated information I provided can be found with easy google searches.

[@tonydeveyra4611]

@@Dr.Gehrig first result that came up on google, in a quora forum

[@Henry_D]

​@@Dr.GehrigThere is a study on the efficiency of US oil refineries that has an (upfront) conclusion of ~90%. Put together with the 40 kwh energy content of a gallon of petrol the loss at an average refinery equates to 4 kwh. For the study I will try to post a link, but it might get blocked. The study is called "Estimation of Energy Efficiencies of U.S. Petroleum Refineries" by Micheal Wang at the Center for Transportation Research, Argonne national Laboratories. You may also want to look at the other stats further down, which estimate a lower refinery efficiency (and thus higher energy input) for petrol fuel, but (slightly) higher efficiency for other fuels (including diesel and LPG)

[@richpate9436]

Feel like I just attended another Advanced Automotive EV Engineering class provided by Aptera. Future Aptera owners will be the most informed EV drivers on the planet. Thanks Drew and Chris.

[@jamesengland7461]

Chris, we remember that you got the NACS ball rolling.

[@fourteenfour1]

This is wrong. It was already proven by countless articles that Ford led the way on NACS adoption. They were working with Tesla prior to Aptera's statements. Aptera is riding other player's coat tails as always.

[@evolv.e]

💯🫶🏼 Aptera deserves major credit for this. Thank you Chris.

[@n.brucenelson5920]

@@fourteenfour1 You are wrong. Look at Ford's public statements deriding the Tesla connector. Aptera was publicly showing the Tesla connector long before they had permission to use it - and they had permission 6 months before Ford did.

[@PlaidZoomer]

@@n.brucenelson5920 It was both

[@skeptibleiyam1093]

Remember looking at "concept cars" that the legacy car makers would bring to car shows? If you were like me, you would think "wouldn't it be cool if they would actually build that." Now Aptera is building something even more radical and awesome than the wildest concept car and they plan to sell it. I have always loved sports cars and I have always hated paying for fuel. This is my dream car.

[@EatSleepEmpire]

It really feels like this is the Beetle of this century. Such a revolutionary thing.

[@Leonardokite]

Wow, that was awesome. The Aptera is indeed the most efficient vehicle ever. Not only aerodynamically, but production wise. The simplest machine produced in the simplest manner. It is a thing of beauty!

[@TheDapperham]

...a joy forever.

[@mikstratok]

it's so refreshing to have an intervewee actually anser the questions. Aptera is quickly becoming one of my favorite companies

[@gtg737x]

I love the confidence showing from years of mechanical and composites engineering the CEO displays throughout this video, climbing, sitting, lifting and jumping all around the one BiNC.

[@xpeterson]

Yeah, but how great would it be if they got rid of all their engineers from upper management and replaced them with bean counters, while subcontracting all their work to the lowest bidder to increase their short term market value?

[@n.brucenelson5920]

@@xpeterson Tesla fired all their motor engineers when they ran out of money in 2008. I know because i worked across the street from them in Union City, and we hired them for a non road vehicle project we were working on.

[@johnbullers8647]

Every time I learn something new about this vehicle it just amazes me. I can't wait to get mine!

[@bradschutt9968]

ditto

[@ApteraOwnersClub]

Finally! Been waiting for this. 😀

[@kennystrawnmusic]

Oh, hello there Steve

[@jamesengland7461]

You're late 😂

[@tims8603]

I'm looking forward to your next video where you give your take on this one. I'm glad you and Drew get along.

[@WHALEx3]

One of the most knowledgeable CEOs I’ve come across!

[@Henry_D]

"I know more about manufacturing than anybody else currently alive" - Musk lol

[@artboymoy]

Transparent as well with doing interviews.

[@AaronVets]

@@Henry_D💀💀💀💀

[@michaelbramel5771]

Great camera work from Louise (again!)

[@Sqeptick]

Every time you visit them my excitement for this car gets reignited.

[@jamesengland7461]

This is very exciting! Seeing this video makes Aptera that much more tangible, even though I've always believed they could succeed. Thanks, Chris, for sharing with us once again!

[@milohobo9186]

Using the old pager network? Brilliant!

[@anydaynow01]

Yeah it is surprising to know how much it is still used!

[@michaelmay9958]

My question is - how widespread is the pager network in rural areas? I live in a cellular dead zone, and have no clue if pagers work here. Research I did was inconclusive, pager coverage maps have very little detail, and seem to leave out huge areas.

[@spdcrzy]

@@michaelmay9958 VERY. Rural doctors, vets, emergency personnel, and even fish and wildlife rangers all rely on it even to this day.

[@383_Manual]

I am so pumped for this car. The efficiency is so cool to hear more about. Side note, my dad and I are rebuilding a 64 C2 corvette, and in a weird way, I’m getting a lot of old corvette vibes just looking at the body structure.

[@cratecruncher4974]

I've had three cool Corvettes over the years including a C2. There is a definite benefit to driving a composite car in hail country. Just don't decelerate too rapidly...

[@aninspiredname]

I love the fact that the guy heading what is likely the most efficient and environmentally friendly production vehicle to date is already thinking about one doing a cannonball run.

[@ElementalAdventures]

A cannonball run with an aphtera and a 100 kilowatt battery would be awesome

[@loums52]

I have listened to the Aptera CEO give a few talks & interviews now and love his enthusiasm for the vision he is trying to bring to transportation and his knowledge of the whole manufacturing process. I live in San Diego and only about 2 miles from the offices. Can't wait to see these cars on the road...Let me know if you need a validation driver!

[@n.brucenelson5920]

Prototypes are on the road now. My wife and I had rides in 2021.

[@thecuriousquest]

This vehicle is something really special. Truly, an engineer's dream in so many ways!

[@eycchu]

I love the open, transparent attitude of the CEO showing every little detail of the car. Maybe it's a marketing strategy, but I don't think you'll ever see a Ford or GM CEO doing this.

[@tammysimons4916]

Great video and loved seeing the body parts. Aptera is the only EV I would consider buying. I'd probably go for the 400 mile one. Maybe by the time I get my current ride paid off, I'd be able to afford one.

[@KABIII5]

Thank you for this fantastic video. There are many cool facts and innovations about the Aptera in just this video alone. Well done asking all the right questions! * Lithium 12v battery located in the rear * Every 30 pounds added to the Aptera reduces range by 1%. * Aptera utilizes an SMS system for remote management, (similar technology as house electrical meters, gas meters and pagers etc.) using 3-4% of the energy compared to competitors' live data streams. (leading cause to phantom drain in other EV's it seems?) * No 4G-5G modem; internet needs are streamed from the phone via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto with the ability to connect to homes wifi. * Aptera's interior is 1/5 the weight of a comparable sized vehicle's interior with many less parts * Aptera owns the code for all individual systems throughout the vehicle allowing seamless communication, reducing bugs compared to traditional outsourcing. * Winter driving is not much of a concern when it comes to traction control or heating the Aptera because of its thermos like construction. Biggest concern is snow build up within the wheel pans. * Belly pan cooling vs. traditional radiator: A traditional radiator is a little lighter but it’s a little less efficient than belly pan cooling so its a give and take on efficiency between the two (early Aptera’s will have a traditional radiator) * Break-even point: 6000 vehicles/year; higher margins expected at 20,000 vehicles/year, with local body production planned. * Targeting 15-19% margin on each vehicle long-term. * Hood opens to access cabin air filter. * Mechanical latch inside for emergency door opening; no external mechanical access. * Aptera theoretically more efficient than e-bikes at highway speeds * (Possibly) Around 150 Wh/m at 80 mph. * ‘NACS’ originally named by Chris through petition in 2022. * Plans to gamify solar charging performance among Aptera owners in a 100-mile or so radius. * Separate removable glass SMC cover for serviceable parts; electronic latches, logo lights, knock knock sensor, window mechanisms etc. * trunk hatch has rain management with drain holes.

[@anthonyhalkyer2036]

15-19 points of margin is healthy. I hope they can keep it up.

[@TheDapperham]

Drew, GREAT professional interview, and the camera work (Louise? Is that your wife's name?) was stellar. And the content? Wow, I'm all a-tingle!

[@TailosiveEV]

Yes! Louise is an incredible camera woman

[@anydaynow01]

Awesome to know you're going to leverage Android and Apple as much as possible. Will make things a lot simpler!

[@jasonwidegren3211]

Man, I love the Aptera. Such a cool vehicle. I can’t wait to start seeing these on the road.

[@danawestover6373]

Very Impressive! The more I see Chris and Steve, the more I respect their extensive thought going into this vehicle.

[@ganymede3141]

Love all the info Chris is providing. He's a legit engineer and seems to know every design detail, trade study and consideration that was made in the engineering and manufacture of this vehicle. If only more CEOs were like that, and not just pose as engineers. Hats off! Well done!

[@JasonStevenson72]

I'm so impressed with every video I see of that CEO. He's such a real dude! I can't wait to buy an Aptera.

[@HewroPreez]

Really, REALLY excited for this vehicle to become reality

[@DemaGeek]

What a great exchange with Chris! It would seem that Aptera is far enough along to be even more free with vehicle details, and so many more were revealed here. Thank you Aptera and thank you Drew.

[@humangreatly9693]

Aptera, most customer friendly and customer supported car in development, my hats off to companies menegment how they kept us envolve in every step of the way❤

[@kurt16950]

The best video you have done for months. lots of info and explanation .

[@darrenthul7088]

I'm on my second tesla can't wait to get right to fix and not get ignored by a car company

[@tims8603]

I've never been excited about any future 'car' that I might own until Aptera came around. I just checked my reservation and they changed a few things for the better. Can hardly wait til production starts.

[@artboymoy]

I have some money freeing up soon, so I might throw some more into my initial investment to get higher on the list.

[@craigmerrow225]

Drew, thank you again for another great Aptera video! Really excited to see all their hard work and innovation coming to fruition; looking forward to getting mine!

[@jasonwidegren3211]

I want one!

[@strawandstone]

wow... great interview.....thanks so much......keep the faith

[@packetauditor]

Starting to feel like I might actually be able to buy one of these someday. :)

[@artboymoy]

Dude! What a great interview and showcase of the BINC! Great questions about the wheelpans, because I was thinking about the snow and if they have some engineers working in Europe on that, I look forward to seeing what they come up with. Maybe something that has some sort of venting out the back? Who knows. Would have liked to have heard what they plan on having for Drift-X. Will they have a display or will it just be Chris and Steve going out there and having presentations to see if they could line up any backers. So the belly cooling is being put off for the launch. That's fine. All the talk about taking out weight and having a more efficient system reminds me of the space program where they really needed to watch how much weight they could push into space. That's pretty neat. On another note, I was thinking that my garage faces south and is light in color, so I should be able to just back it out of the garage and with the reflected light off the garage, I shouldn't have to orient it in a East West direction. And if need be I can always plug it in at night. I hope that will be a feature as well and you can schedule the time it will charge when plugged in to take advantage of the off peak hours, but I'm sure they already do. And it's great to hear the software is coming along inhouse and with the contractor for the UI. Also great to hear about the way it will link to your phone and use that SMS? system that pagers used to use. Very efficient! Thanks again Tailosive and Chris and the whole Aptera team!

[@evolv.e]

Can’t wait!!! ❤Aptera ☀️

[@actionteamministry1777]

So helpful. But for than that… SO INSPIRING to have Chris walk you through all of the details. Way to go Drew (and the FIRST non-Aptera employee to sit in the BINC tub.) Keep up the incredible #Aptera updates. So excited. So encouraged. Favorite quote “Now we’re measuring in weeks and months and no longer years.” Looking forward to seeing the first customer Accelerator edition drive out of the building.

[@milohobo9186]

While changing speeds and turning, the weight of Aptera is the key efficiency. At high speeds, the aerodynamics is the key to efficiency. The drive train efficiency is always key.

[@ElroyMcDuff]

That wrap up haha - great video thanks! I LOVE what Aptera is trying to do, I hope they sell like hotcakes. I'd sell my Model 3 in a New York second to get my hands on one!

[@danvdr]

Impressed with the strength of the roof when Chris stood on it with no issues and then said it would be much stronger in final production.

[@dmcarstensen]

Every time I watch a new Aptera video with real updates, the more I want one.

[@IDNHANTU2day]

I just reset my timer for another 12 months. My accelerator number is in the 1400s. I can do the 12 months standing on my head.

[@ccibinel]

Just absolutely amazing details. I'm sure others will break down and analyze every word. Thanks so much for this. Great to see the weight and Chris on the vehicle. Love to see the little details like the holddown strap point. Will definitely be rewatching this great footage for every little detail.

[@RaymondCore-ts5jl]

The world needs Aptera to show the way. We wouldn't need any more power plants if all cars were as efficient as the Aptera. I want to add an e-Rex range extender to my Aptera and get the smallest/lightest battery which would cover 98% of my driving. I live in a condo with no sun in the parking garage. The e-Rex would keep my battery healthy without having to hunt for a charger. Very informative video and interestng to watch. Thank you both.

[@Optimus_Sapiens]

This video is showing the Apteras features really good!

[@darrenthul7088]

It's nice to see your true excitement real nice job

[@brianrosenlof388]

I really wanna see those future models! What a cliffhanger. 😩

[@newporttom]

Did they really give you a sneak peek?

[@vinyasa99]

Really well done! Thanks for making the trip. Now I can’t wait for AOC/Steve to recap it all for me tomorrow.

[@GaryGreenway]

😅

[@TailosiveEV]

I’m excited to hear his thoughts too!

[@pfurrie]

Am impressed by the camera work... good job in getting the camera on the things that mattered, showing the story. Thanks!

[@zidaryn1707]

I've seen a LOT of content on Aptera. This is the first time I've seen anyone ask a lot of the questions you asked in this video. Thank you so much!

[@chrisbarrett2512]

Thank you Drew, excellent job, and wonderful to see this. The ground swell is gaining momentum, and critical mass is upon us, with Drift X and a funding plan soon to be announced.

[@richardmitchell2043]

Excellent interview/tour. Great to see Chris Anthony provide the commentary and show off his knowledge of the vehicle and its engineering. Very hopeful for this to become a reality and for vehicles to begin rolling out of the factory floor. I'm a reservation holder and anxious to have the chance to see and drive a production vehicle, and to make an Aptera my next vehicle purchase.

[@ItsSeals]

I’m happy it’s taking them years to go into production. Gives me more time to save and considering purchasing in full to avoid financing / paying interest.

[@inomad1313]

As an early/low level investor I could have put my reservation in long ago. I’m waiting to put mine in until I have the capital readily available or know I will have it within two years.

[@RivMike205]

Great video Drew. The construction is amazing, I love the focus on efficiency.

[@ItsSeals]

Can’t wait for Aptera to Publicly IPO. Aptera , Tesla and Polestar are up there with good EVs tbh

[@tonydeveyra4611]

glad to see Aptera show you some love. You gotta be in the records as the #1 aptera influencer by now huh

[@Emmanuel-wo4gs]

Thank you for this super interview 👍👍👍👍👍👏

[@VedaSay]

You just awesome! What an excellent content!

[@TheWizardWhiteHawk]

I'm glad i didn't get hooked on this till a few months ago.... i watch any news nightly now. I'm 58 and still trying to get caught up financial yet. But man i want 1 ❤

[@Thatgirl1973]

I too had a CRX, and this so reminds me of it. Also had a Del Sol. LOVED both! I recently invested in this company, and I'm getting more excited about the possibilities everyday!

[@tskogen6905]

I would hope to average 1500 miles / week 1/10th from solar. The more use you get from your Aptera, instead of a different vehicle the more you can save.

[@DrTeeHenry]

Great stuff! Really exciting to see the BinC up close… really close. Let’s leave ‘em alone now so they can get that thing wired up and wrapped up! 😊

[@Fairburne69]

One question I wanted to ask. When are they going to start the wiring? Are they still waiting for more parts to arrive? Let's say it takes another month. I'd love to see it in stages as they build it.

[@Y_Mike]

Now this is absolutely brilliant!!! ❤

[@tylersmith6267]

You better get one Drew! Incredible coverage of this really cool unique company.

[@tylersmith6267]

Also… I only know this company cause you brother 😂.

[@TailosiveEV]

That’s the plan!

[@jhallpk]

Great video, glad to hear they are so confident about financing options moving forward, sounds like production really is a "when" thing and not an "if" anymore. Hoping for good news out of Drift X.

[@nuugle42]

Hi, next time you talk to Aptera, could you ask about the aluminum frame? Will it be cast or forged? Where will it be manufactured? Etcetera... Thanks

[@ElementalAdventures]

What the fuck have these humans done? It's just amazing to watch this explosion of innovation. I work for a legacy automotive company and in a decade we've made lots of innovations. Cars are so much more complicated than they were 10 years ago. And we're moving at a snail's pace compared to what Tesla and BYD and aptera are doing. I have no idea what the future holds it's exciting and terrifying and I'm just along for the ride

[@ashrafc7794]

Thanks for asking that winter question. I live in Canada where nobody knows about this car

[@n.brucenelson5920]

I live in Iowa. We got down to -30 C this past winter. I will report on my experience with an early model after the Accelerators are delivered.

[@ashrafc7794]

@@n.brucenelson5920 What about canadian accelerators? will we be pushed to the back of the line? This happened with Rivian. But thank God I didn't buy that truck

[@n.brucenelson5920]

​@@ashrafc7794If you were planning to pick uo your vehicle in Carlsbad, you won't lose your place. Then comes the Paradigms and only then the UAE models.

[@Coyote.five.0]

i love the harbor freight jack , i have the same one they last for decades

[@rebeccadubois8270]

Cant wait to sell my dodge ram for this. Extremely exciting

[@commuterbranchline8132]

I’m going to get me one of these with the largest batterypack and travel all the National parks when I retire. Boon docking and making the most of the camping accessories and power from solar charging.

[@jeannettemurray4724]

I already love this vehicle! Can't wait to get mine! Thanks for a great video - it's way over my level of comprehension, but I'm glad you know what you're talking about!

[@b.robinson206]

Would love to get a look at the planned future models of Apteras mentioned (37:52). Imagine a General Motors Ultralite 1992 concept like sedan/coupe using the stamp and glue body process that is being used here🤔 That would be cool.

[@n.brucenelson5920]

There is some general info in the first SEC report.

[@robinrutschman]

Great interview! You are the only company ahead of Tesla. CONGRATULATIONS 🎊

[@impreza99rs]

Exciting times! Great video, I’m jealous you are now an Aptera insider! ❤😎👍

[@golfish8589]

I have two ideas you can share with Aptera. 1. For greater heating and cooling efficiency. Hang a drape behind the seats to keep the conditioned air up front. 2. Head room is never rrally an issue on most cars. My concern is my eye level compared to the rear view mirror/screen. I am 6' 2" and sit very upright in cars. My idea is to move the mirror/screen to behind the steering wheel and in-between the left and right side mirror screens. In my many trips to the aito shows. I have not found a single vehicle the didnt have the rear view mirror blocking my line of site. I have come up to intersections with the mirror preventing me from seeing a semi truck coming from the right.

[@cruzer01]

Great video, thanks to all of you!! Go Aptera!!

[@termiterasin]

Very cool use of SMS vs live data system!

[@elertus]

🎼“ Simply the Best”… Not like all the Rest! “🎶 Thank you ALL. Very informative. Keep is simple… People!😉

[@doncrittenden9471]

amazing video, thanks for all he great information!!!

[@howardsharp1848]

Great video Drew. A lot of good information here. Thanks.

[@stuz32]

This is very interesting to watch, thanks for making these :-)

[@ammo9599]

Great interview, well done!

[@charlesharper7292]

I am not an EV fan. But I definitely am an Aptera fan. Two questions I need answers to are. Battery longevity, and battery fire safety.

[@popcopone5172]

hell yeah

[@kennystrawnmusic]

11:22 raises some security concerns if there’s no encryption employed - if all those messages are being sent in plaintext from the app to your vehicle, couldn’t someone looking to steal an Aptera use a tool like Wireshark or Cain&Abel to sniff them? Would definitely need to use some sort of end-to-end encryption to prevent that scenario, because man-in-the-middle attacks on SMS-based car controls would certainly become a problem otherwise. Good thing I’m on track to receive a CEH cert in June.

[@fotoguru222]

Of course over-the-air commands will be signed and encrypted. That's standard practice and has been for years. That Apple chip is part of Apple's encryption system.

[@kennystrawnmusic]

@@fotoguru222 The Apple chip is, sure, but using old-school SMS to open doors, turn on the A/C, and even remotely start the vehicle is a completely different thing entirely. Apple CarPlay can’t control any of that stuff and neither can Android Auto.

[@kennystrawnmusic]

@@fotoguru222Apple CarPlay and SMS are two entirely different things. The former is encrypted; the latter needs some additional measures, and the latter is what Chris is saying is being used to open doors, turn on the A/C, etc.

[@fotoguru222]

@@kennystrawnmusic Yes. The real question is not whether they'll use encryption, but whether or not the encryption they'll use be strong enough.

[@artboymoy]

@@kennystrawnmusic I thought that the SMS was being used for monitoring and being able to check on your systems without the computer to be really powered up or something like that.

[@johnvoules7447]

Love all the small details that were revealed. A little surprised that audio speakers will be a basic setup knowing that Steve is such an audiophile. But hey…overall, SO SO PLEASED with this video and substantial information. Can’t weight for Aptera Owners Club for further breakdown…Great job Drew!!!

[@Fairburne69]

Basic speakers probably keeps the costs down. My Hope is that Aptera will have luxury models in the future to rival that of luxury brands. They clearly need to get the Aptera on the road..develop a few models then assuming sales are good they can consider more luxury options.

[@deanstewart2]

I've specced the upgraded audio option. Looking forward to the details on that system!

[@nuugle42]

Awesome video!!! THANKS!!!

[@adimchionyenadum2962]

Aha, you kept the future model thing for yourself! Anyway, thanks for the things you were gracious enough to share with us.

[@mrpeegeepee2682]

God I needed this.....

[@ubaldinovega5775]

Amazingly beautiful, thank you for your time,it’s the best video about an Aptera ever.it’s giving me so much hope that is coming soon

[@garywozniak7742]

Nice interview. There was a lot of interesting information. Make that "Great interview".

[@alexchen8243]

Im excited if they will offer 3rd seat option in the future since I have a daughter, the car looks really good tho, good job!

[@archamian]

I probably shouldn't admit it, but I think forged carbon fiber is my new kink.

[@MarinetteHistoryDoc]

LOL, that's fabulous!!