Sono Group Subsidiary Becomes First in Germany to Receive National Type Approval for Solar Integration on Vehicles
Sono Group (OTCQB: SEVCD) has achieved a significant milestone as its subsidiary, Sono Motors, becomes the first company in Germany to receive National Type Approval (TTG) for vehicle-integrated photovoltaics (ViPV). The certification specifically applies to their Solar Bus Kit, a retrofit solution that integrates photovoltaic modules onto bus roofs to reduce diesel consumption and CO2 emissions.
The approval, granted after extensive testing with the German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) and TÜV, confirms the Solar Bus Kit meets all EU safety, environmental, and conformity requirements. This certification is expected to streamline approval processes across Europe and regions following ECE standards, offering customers simplified documentation procedures, regulatory compliance assurance, and cost savings.
According to CEO George O'Leary, this certification represents a pivotal milestone for Sono Group's commercialization of solar mobility technology and demonstrates their market leadership in vehicle-integrated photovoltaics.
Sono Group (OTCQB: SEVCD) ha raggiunto un importante traguardo, poiché la sua controllata, Sono Motors, diventa la prima azienda in Germania a ricevere l'Approvazione Nazionale di Tipo (TTG) per fotovoltaici integrati nei veicoli (ViPV). La certificazione si applica specificamente al loro Solar Bus Kit, una soluzione di retrofit che integra moduli fotovoltaici sui tetti degli autobus per ridurre il consumo di diesel e le emissioni di CO2.
L'approvazione, concessa dopo ampi test con l'Autorità Federale tedesca per il Trasporto Stradale (KBA) e TÜV, conferma che il Solar Bus Kit soddisfa tutti i requisiti di sicurezza, ambientali e di conformità dell'UE. Questa certificazione dovrebbe semplificare i processi di approvazione in tutta Europa e nelle regioni che seguono gli standard ECE, offrendo ai clienti procedure documentali semplificate, garanzia di conformità normativa e risparmi sui costi.
Secondo il CEO George O'Leary, questa certificazione rappresenta una pietra miliare fondamentale per la commercializzazione della tecnologia della mobilità solare da parte di Sono Group e dimostra la loro leadership di mercato nei fotovoltaici integrati nei veicoli.
Sono Group (OTCQB: SEVCD) ha alcanzado un hito significativo, ya que su subsidiaria, Sono Motors, se convierte en la primera empresa en Alemania en recibir la Aprobación Nacional de Tipo (TTG) para fotovoltaicos integrados en vehículos (ViPV). La certificación se aplica específicamente a su Solar Bus Kit, una solución de retrofitting que integra módulos fotovoltaicos en los techos de los autobuses para reducir el consumo de diésel y las emisiones de CO2.
La aprobación, concedida tras pruebas exhaustivas con la Autoridad Federal de Transporte Motorizado de Alemania (KBA) y TÜV, confirma que el Solar Bus Kit cumple con todos los requisitos de seguridad, medioambientales y de conformidad de la UE. Se espera que esta certificación agilice los procesos de aprobación en toda Europa y en las regiones que siguen los estándares de ECE, ofreciendo a los clientes procedimientos documentales simplificados, garantía de cumplimiento normativo y ahorros de costos.
Según el CEO George O'Leary, esta certificación representa un hito crucial para la comercialización de la tecnología de movilidad solar de Sono Group y demuestra su liderazgo en el mercado de fotovoltaicos integrados en vehículos.
소노 그룹 (OTCQB: SEVCD)는 자회사인 소노 모터스가 차량 통합형 태양광 발전소(ViPV)에 대해 독일에서 최초로 국가형식 승인을 받으면서 중요한 이정표를 세웠습니다. 이 인증은 구체적으로 그들의 태양광 버스 키트에 적용되며, 이는 버스 지붕에 태양광 모듈을 통합하여 디젤 소비와 CO2 배출을 줄이는 솔루션입니다.
독일 연방교통청(KBA) 및 TÜV와의 광범위한 테스트 후에 부여된 이 승인은 태양광 버스 키트가 EU의 모든 안전, 환경 및 일치 요구 사항을 충족함을 확인합니다. 이 인증은 유럽 전역 및 ECE 표준을 따르는 지역에서 승인 프로세스를 간소화할 것으로 예상되며, 고객에게는 문서 절차의 간소화, 규제 준수 보장 및 비용 절감을 제공할 것입니다.
CEO 조지 오리리(George O'Leary)에 따르면, 이 인증은 소노 그룹의 태양광 모빌리티 기술 상용화를 위한 중요한 이정표이며 차량 통합형 태양광 발전소 분야에서의 시장 리더십을 보여줍니다.
Sono Group (OTCQB: SEVCD) a atteint une étape significative, car sa filiale, Sono Motors, devient la première entreprise en Allemagne à recevoir l'Approbation Nationale de Type (TTG) pour les photovoltaïques intégrés dans les véhicules (ViPV). La certification s'applique spécifiquement à leur Solar Bus Kit, une solution de rétrofit qui intègre des modules photovoltaïques sur les toits des bus pour réduire la consommation de diesel et les émissions de CO2.
L'approbation, accordée après des tests approfondis avec l'Autorité Fédérale Allemande des Transports (KBA) et TÜV, confirme que le Solar Bus Kit respecte toutes les exigences de sécurité, environnementales et de conformité de l'UE. Cette certification devrait simplifier les processus d'approbation à travers l'Europe et dans les régions suivant les normes ECE, offrant aux clients des procédures documentaires simplifiées, une assurance de conformité réglementaire et des économies de coûts.
Selon le PDG George O'Leary, cette certification représente un jalon pivot pour la commercialisation de la technologie de mobilité solaire de Sono Group et démontre leur position de leader sur le marché des photovoltaïques intégrés dans les véhicules.
Sono Group (OTCQB: SEVCD) hat einen bedeutenden Meilenstein erreicht, da ihre Tochtergesellschaft, Sono Motors, das erste Unternehmen in Deutschland ist, das die nationale Typgenehmigung (TTG) für fahrzeugintegrierte Photovoltaik (ViPV) erhalten hat. Die Zertifizierung bezieht sich speziell auf ihr Solar Bus Kit, eine Nachrüstlösung, die Photovoltaikmodule auf die Dächer von Bussen integriert, um den Dieselverbrauch und die CO2-Emissionen zu reduzieren.
Die Genehmigung, die nach umfangreichen Tests mit der Deutschen Bundesanstalt für Straßenwesen (KBA) und TÜV erteilt wurde, bestätigt, dass das Solar Bus Kit all EU-Sicherheits-, Umwelt- und Konformitätsanforderungen erfüllt. Diese Zertifizierung wird voraussichtlich die Genehmigungsprozesse in ganz Europa und in Regionen, die den ECE-Standards folgen, vereinfachen und den Kunden vereinfachte Dokumentationsverfahren, gesetzliche Konformitätssicherheit und Kosteneinsparungen bieten.
Laut CEO George O'Leary stellt diese Zertifizierung einen entscheidenden Meilenstein für die Kommerzialisierung der solaren Mobilitätstechnologie von Sono Group dar und demonstriert ihre Marktführerschaft im Bereich der fahrzeugintegrierten Photovoltaik.
- First company in Germany to receive National Type Approval for vehicle-integrated photovoltaics
- Certification expected to facilitate easier market entry across Europe and ECE-compliant regions
- Streamlined approval process reduces costs and time-to-market for customers
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National certification for vehicle-integrated photovoltaics (ViPV) highlights Sono Group’s leadership in sustainable mobility
New York, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The solar technology company Sono Group N.V. (OTCQB: SEVCD) (hereafter referred to as “Sono Group” or the “Company”, parent company to Sono Motors GmbH or “Sono Motors”), is proud to announce that Sono Motors has become the first company in Germany to receive National Type Approval (Teiletypgenehmigung, TTG) for vehicle-integrated photovoltaics (ViPV). This national certification for the Solar Bus Kit represents a significant step forward in sustainable mobility and underscores the Company’s leadership in advancing clean energy solutions.
The Solar Bus Kit is a retrofit solution designed to integrate photovoltaic modules directly onto the roofs of buses, providing a practical, efficient way to reduce diesel consumption and CO2 emissions. The energy generated feeds into the vehicle’s electrical system, boosting energy efficiency and helping operators lower operational costs while meeting environmental goals.
This significant milestone was achieved after extensive testing and collaboration with the German Federal Motor Transport Authority (Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt, KBA) and the Technical Inspection Association (TÜV). The certification is a confirmation from the national authority that the Solar Bus Kit meets all EU safety, environmental and conformity of production requirements. The Company expects the National Type Approval to set a precedent for the approval of its ViPV solutions across Europe and other regions that adhere to the Economic Commission for Europe (ECE) standards. This approval simplifies the process of obtaining road approval in these markets, paving the way for the broader adoption of our ViPV technology.
Accelerating Growth and Customer Benefits
The National Type Approval means customers can benefit from:
● Streamlined Approval Processes: Simplified documentation and inspection procedures, eliminating the need for individual certifications.
● Regulatory Compliance: Compliance with safety and environmental standards for vehicles equipped with the Solar Bus Kit.
● Cost and Time Savings: Streamlined approval processes expected to reduce expenses and accelerate the timeline for customers to get their vehicles on the road.
“This national certification marks a pivotal milestone for Sono Group as we accelerate the commercialization of solar mobility in the technology market,” said George O'Leary, Managing Director and CEO of Sono Group. “The German Federal Motor Transport Authority’s general operating approval for our Solar Bus Kit demonstrates our commitment to cutting-edge innovation and sustainable solutions. We expect this achievement to not only solidify our market leadership in vehicle-integrated photovoltaics but to also unlock significant growth opportunities to scale our product globally and drive measurable impact across the transportation industry.”
Looking Ahead
By achieving this approval, Sono Group is laying the foundation for scaling its solar technology across diverse transportation markets. Recognized for its contributions to climate-friendly mobility, the Solar Bus Kit represents a transformative solution for fleet operators looking to achieve sustainability goals efficiently and affordably. As the Company advances its vision of creating solar-powered vehicles for commercial use, it remains committed to delivering value to its customers and shareholders while driving a cleaner, greener future.
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