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The US auto giant said its C-MAX Solar Energi concept car with a solar panel roof draws power from a special solar concentrator lens similar to a magnifying glass.<\/p>\n
The vehicle, which will be on display at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas next week, is estimated to reduce the annual greenhouse gas emissions a typical car owner would produce by four metric tons.<\/p>\n
The new system aims to rev up sales of electic and hybrid vehicles without the plug-in requirement of some current models.<\/p>\n
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Ford said the system tracks the sun as it moves from east to west, drawing enough power from the solar rays each day to equal a four-hour battery charge.<\/p>\n
Ford said this car would deliver an estimated 100 miles (160 kilometers) per gallon (3.8 liters) of gasoline.<\/p>\n
“Ford C-MAX Solar Energi Concept shines a new light on electric transportation and renewable energy,” said Mike Tinskey, Ford global director of vehicle electrification and infrastructure.<\/p>\n
“As an innovation leader, we want to further the public dialogue about the art of the possible in moving the world toward a cleaner future.”<\/p>\n
The car is a collaborative project of Ford, California-based SunPower Corp. and the Georgia Institute of Technology.<\/p>\n
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