Solar Power for the Prius

The next-gen Prius may be outfitted with solar panels on the roof to help power the air conditioner. It’s new for Toyota as a factory option, but enthusiasts have had solar roof applications for years.

Not much is known about this option yet to say whether or not it’s going to be worth the investment, but I would say this may be an option where third-party options provide a better return on investment. (Though other enthusiasts have been calling that a negligible return.)

My favorite thing about technology is how one idea can lead to another … then another, then another. Solar power on the roof may not provide major benefits today, but by investing in it, are we encouraging advancements for tomorrow?