Streamed from the official YouTube channel Everything Electric CARS .
THE 100% SOLAR POWERED ELECTRIC YACHT THAT NEVER NEEDS CHARGING
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This video explores the innovative Silent 55, a 100% solar-powered electric yacht, highlighting its practicality and luxury. The review emphasizes the superiority of solar power over wind for onboard amenities like air conditioning and refrigeration, noting its efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The Silent 55 boasts impressive energy generation, capable of producing up to 60 kWh per day, enough to power a household or multiple EVs. Its design is a significant advantage, engineered from the ground up for efficiency, featuring a retractable flybridge and a catamaran hull to minimize drag. While the initial cost of batteries is higher than conventional engines, the long-term savings from virtually no fuel consumption, minimal maintenance, and extensive warranties (lifetime on motors, 25 years on panels, 10 on batteries) make it a compelling investment. The yacht's batteries are also exceptionally safe and waterproof. Although a small diesel generator is included for emergencies, the vessel has proven capable of crossing oceans entirely on solar power, suggesting a mainstream future for this technology in maritime industries.
Vehicle Specs
| Brand | Silent Yachts |
|---|---|
| Model | Silent 55 |
| Body | 55 ft |
