Nissan has revealed a solar-powered Ariya electric SUV concept that uses integrated solar panels to generate electricity while parked or driving. Developed by engineers from Nissan's Advanced Product Planning team in Dubai and Powertrain. In October 2023, the Stella Terra completed an incredible 1,000-kilometer journey from Northern Morocco to the Sahara, running entirely on solar power. Unlike previous solar vehicles designed primarily for urban environments, Stella Terra proved its capability by navigating dry riverbeds, dense. YOKOHAMA, Japan — Nissan today announced that it will showcase a prototype vehicle equipped with an onboard solar power generation system at this month's Japan Mobility Show 2025. Named the 'Ao-Solar Extender,' 3 the system has been installed on Japan's top-selling EV, the Nissan Sakura 2. The system can add extra driving range each day, reduce charging frequency and support daily use, especially in sunny regions with limited charging. Nissan has unveiled a one-off, solar-panelled version of its all-electric Ariya SUV to mark Clean Energy Day 2026. A collaboration between Nissan and Dutch solar mobility specialists, Lightyear, the driving-on-sunshine Ariya comes with 3. 8m² of Lightyear-made, high‑efficiency, polymer and.