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How Can Vehicle-Integrated Photovoltaics (VIPV) Contribute to EU CO₂ Standards?

Discover how vehicle-integrated photovoltaics (VIPV) can reduce EV charging needs, improve energy efficiency and contribute to Europe’s decarbonisation goals. Explore the evidence and Lightyear’s position on recognising on-board solar generation in EU CO₂ standards.

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PVinMotion Madrid 2026

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Lightyear at PVinMotion 2026: Advancing Vehicle-Integrated Solar

Rear view of Volkswagen Mission Efficiency electric concept car with Lightyear solar panels integrated into the roof and rear window

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Lightyear and Volkswagen Bring Vehicle-Integrated Solar to Mission Efficiency

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Lightyear and Nissan Partner to Advance Solar Charging Technology for Future Vehicles

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Driving the future — Solar technology for mobility applications

Clean mobility for everyone, everywhere. That’s been our mission from the very beginning.

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Lightyear solar integration in hood

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How we’re redefining vehicle design with solar technology

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An automotive switch — Solar technology will become the norm for limitless electric driving

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New production location to manufacture our unique Lightyear solar roofs

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