# Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles The Polestar Cladrus Concept Car by Harshull Verma is Chic By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-07-19 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-cladrus References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2022/07/18/the-polestar-cladrus-concept-runs-partially-on-solar-power-making-it-the-companys-cleanest-car-yet/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-polestar-cladrus-concept-runs-partially-on-solar-power-making-it-the-companys-cleanest-car-yet) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/harshulverma)  The Polestar Cladrus concept car has been designed by Harshul Verma as an electric vehicle with the near-future of transportation in mind. The electric vehicle boasts a graphene-based battery and is equipped with with solar panels built right into the roof to passively capture solar energy during drives or when parked. The vehicle is imagined with Level 5 autonomy thanks to a [Waymo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotaxi-fleet-management)-inspired sensor hub mounted on the roof. The Polestar Cladrus concept car maintains an [almost Scandinavian design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-5-grand-tourer) that's cutting-edge and sleek with an impressive interior cabin to boot. Passengers can thus enjoy a relaxing in-car experience by resting, enjoying a glass of wine or simply looking out the panoramic windows to enjoy the surrounding landscape as they travel. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Solar-powered Autonomous Vehicles:** The intersection of renewable energy and autonomous driving technology presents opportunities in both industries. - **Graphene-based Batteries:** The use of graphene-based batteries enable longer driving ranges and faster charging times, disrupting the traditional automotive battery industry. - **In-car Experience:** As autonomous vehicles become more prevalent, the focus will shift from driving performance to passenger experience, creating opportunities for innovation in interior design and in-car entertainment. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** The automotive industry has the opportunity to embrace renewable energy and innovative battery technologies to reduce carbon emissions and improve user experience. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can collaborate with the automotive industry to integrate solar power with electric vehicles, reducing dependence on fossil fuels. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can leverage the growing trend of autonomous vehicles as a new platform for providing immersive and engaging experiences for passengers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-vehicle-concept.md) - [Open-Air Autonomous Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-adaptor.md) - [Solar-Powered Sedan Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-eqxx.md) - [Vacation-Focused Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar1.md) - [Minimalist Aggressive Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-8-concept.md) - [Drone-Incorporated Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestars-o2-roadster.md) - [Sleek Solar-Powered SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humble-one-suv.md) - [Streamlined Two-Seater Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-electric-car-concept.md) - [Performance Electric Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-o2.md)