A solar-powered car converts sunlight into electricity, stores that energy in batteries, and uses it to power an electric motor. With no fuel tank or tailpipe, they offer a clean, efficient, and futuristic way to travel, though current technology still limits their widespread. . Will the sun power your car soon or is that science fiction? There are several electric cars with solar panels available today — some recharge the smaller 12-volt battery that runs your air conditioning, while others can top you up with a few miles of electric range — but at this time, no. . A solar-powered car is exactly what it sounds like: a vehicle that runs on sunlight. Because it doesn't burn fuel, a solar car. .
