Avatr has released a statement to clear up the ongoing discussions about the Avatr 12. Earlier, Avatr made an announcement that the Avatr 12 would reach Antarctica on December 8th to kick - start a scientific expedition. This promotional move piqued the public's curiosity about the vehicle's testing environment and the seasonal circumstances it would encounter.

As per publicly accessible information, the period from December to February is the Antarctic summer. During this time, the coastal areas and regions near research stations experience relatively milder temperatures. Avatr officials explained that the vehicle's arrival during the Antarctic summer was due to the pre - arranged scientific expedition schedule. However, contrary to what some might have assumed, the Avatr 12 won't be making a quick return. It will stay with the research team until April 2027, undergoing more than 16 months of adaptive testing. This extended testing period will allow the vehicle to experience different seasons and environmental shifts in the polar region.

Avatr admitted that its previous promotional efforts did not clearly explain the length of the testing. This lack of clarity might have resulted in misunderstandings among the public.