The Stella Vita is the first mobile caravan in the world that moves and is electrically serviced with energy obtained only from the sun.
Electric vehicles are becoming more common and so a group of students in the Netherlands went to caravans. Twenty-two students from the Dutch University of Technology Eindhoven created the world's first solar-powered mobile home. With pop-up sides panels and a pop-up roof for more space, offering a range of 450 miles.
It has no thermal engine, either oil or diesel petrols, and instead the entire Stella Vita vehicle is self-sustaining, thanks to its design and multiple large arrays of solar panels on the roof. Pop-up sides give its owners more space and shade, and they also have solar panels on top. All of this combines to provide enough battery power for endless adventures.
As you can see, it might not be the prettiest electric vehicle, but it is quite large. The curved design is sloped back, giving them enough room for larger solar panels and less drag for improved eMPG.
Inside, you will find a comfortable space with a spacious cooking area and a refrigerator, not to mention a bathroom, sofa and other full-size bed. All this is powered by solar energy.
Every aspect of the design aims to maximize the use of space, so that it is as comfortable as possible. Like the common caravans available today, the Stella Vita has plenty of windows for plenty of light.
The side doors give users easy access to the cabin, while there are two other doors at the rear for quick access to the rooftop bed.
Unfortunately, there are no details on the battery or propulsion system that powers the Stella Vita motorhome. However, the team confirmed if it's a nice sunny day, it can travel over 453 miles on a charging, although it will take a few days to fully recharge.
The Solar Team Eindhoven is currently in the middle of a long caravan road trip to test its potential. It may take several years for this vehicle to become a consumer product.