Updated: Quantum Fisker's plug-in hybrid with solar option

The 2010 Quantum Fisker Plug-in Hybrid

Quantum Fuel Systems and Fisker Coachbuild have updated their plans for their plug-in hybrid vehicle partnership. Debuting at the Detroit Auto Show in early 2008, the Quantum Fisker plug-in hybrid will go on sale in late 2009 with a production goal of 15,000 cars per year.

One of the coolest things about the Quantum hybrid, however, is its utilization of solar technology.

"The Fisker Automotive vehicles will also offer recharging system options in addition to the standard 110/120 volt system. A fast-charging 220/240 system and a solar carport, equipped with solar modules supplied by Quantum and its German partner, asola Advanced and Automotive Solar Systems GmbH ("Asola"), will be offered as dealer options. A Quantum/Asola solar roof panel will be offered as a factory installed option to provide power for ventilation when parking, pre-air conditioning of the vehicle, supplemental cooling of the lithium-ion battery pack, and opportunity trickle charging of the vehicle batteries."