Squad Solar

High school (ages 12+)
Transportation

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/squad-solar

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is Squad Solar known for?Approximately 21–30 km (13–19 miles) of additional range per day
2. What is the vehicle classification?Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV)
3. What is the manufacturer?Squad Mobility BV, Netherlands
4. How does the Squad Solar use the sun to charge?Its roof has solar panels that collect sunlight and turn it into electricity. This electricity adds about 21 to 30 kilometers of extra range each day, so the car can drive more without plugging in.
5. How far can the Squad Solar travel on solar power each day?The solar panels can give the car an extra 21 to 30 kilometers (about 13 to 19 miles) of range every day, depending on how sunny it is.

Micro-EV: A very small and lightweight electric vehicle, often designed for urban environments.
Photovoltaics: The process of converting light energy, usually from the sun, into electricity.
Shared Mobility: Transportation services that allow multiple users to access vehicles on demand.