Italian design company Pininfarinia unveiled its Antares solar charging tree at a sustainable mobility show in Rome called MoTechEco. This 108 sqft tree-like structure features a modular design composed of 20 solar panels that are capable of producing 4.6 kilowatts of energy, which is enough to recharge two electric cars for approximately 50 miles each.

With an aesthetically pleasing design and efficient sustainability, the Antares would be a perfect addition to parking lots and gas stations. Not only would it provide a hefty amount of shade for vehicles parked under, it would also charge them as well! In the past year we have seen the rise of interest from automakers as well as consumers in the direction of electric vehicles and it comes as no surprise that companies such as Pininfarinia are developing efficient and stylish charging points for vehicles.

Perhaps in the distant future when the world is rid of its dependence on gasoline, the Antares and similar charging stations will be in place of gas stations. Unless of course, you can power up your car with your fart.