Refrigerated transport faces rising pressure to lower fuel use and reduce CO₂ emissions—while ensuring goods arrive perfectly chilled. Solar integration brings powerful benefits to refrigerated vehicles: it supplies free, renewable energy to both diesel and electric TRUs, reducing fuel consumption and prolonging cooling uptime. This directly cuts operating costs, supports ESG targets, and reduces the risk of spoiled goods during transport interruptions. Solar power extends battery life and provides critical backup energy—delivering lower total cost of ownership and peace of mind to operators.
Buses and coaches rely heavily on energy-hungry auxiliary systems: HVAC, lighting, infotainment, kitchen appliances, and passenger charging points. Solar power reduces the diesel or grid energy needed to run these systems, lowering fuel costs and emissions. It enables quiet ventilation during stops without running the engine, improving passenger comfort and reducing wear on mechanical systems. Solar also keeps the 24V batteries healthy, helping to avoid service disruptions and replacement costs. For operators, this means more sustainable, comfortable, and efficient transport—aligned with modern passenger expectations and ESG goals.
Solar integration is a smart upgrade for logistics and delivery fleets. Vehicle batteries are often strained by frequent stops, long idle periods, and the use of liftgates and other equipment consuming energy. Solar helps by keeping batteries charged—reducing the risk of costly downtimes and extending battery lifespan. It enables drivers to power cabin electronics during breaks without having to turn on the combustion engine, improving comfort and reducing fuel use. For fleet operators, this translates to lower maintenance costs, improved vehicle uptime, and measurable CO₂ savings—enhancing both profitability and sustainability.
Solar power unlocks true freedom for camper and eCamper users, enabling fully off-grid experiences without reliance on noisy generators or external hookups. Travelers can run lighting, appliances, infotainment systems, and more—quietly and emission free.
For eCampers, SonoSolar offers OEMs the opportunity to install larger PV sets that directly charge the vehicle’s HV battery maximizing travel readiness and unlocking new dimensions of off-grid capability. Our unique HV Solar Charge Controller intelligently manages energy flow: switching from HV battery charging to 12V charging under low light conditions, while maintaining the health of the 12V battery.
This smart integration ensures eCampers are always ready for the next adventure, and provides a resilient power supply via the standard DC/DC converter—even when parked in remote locations. SonoSolar’s high-efficiency, reliable solar modules are designed to withstand outdoor conditions, vibration, and UV exposure delivering robust performance and seamless integration with modern eCamper system architectures.
We envision a world where solar is seamlessly built into mobility, engineered into the DNA of all vehicles. By leading the integration of solar into the global vehicle ecosystem, SonoSolar is driving the shift towards solar-powered, sustainable mobility.
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