Lunaz proudly presents an idea for the world’s most sustainable Aston Martin: an upcycled and elevated DB6. Its silent, highly effective 375 bhp electrical powertrain and wealth of modern supplies and finishes clearly state that sustainable luxurious will not be outlined by compromise however by an astonishing breadth of latest prospects. Whereas the idea is at present a design examine, all of the improvements are production-ready, and lots of have already been used on earlier basic automobiles electrified and elevated by Lunaz. This landmark initiative brings them collectively in a single place, highlighting the Lunaz model’s management of sustainable luxurious.
Highlights
- Lunaz presents its newest upcycled Aston Martin DB6 – a imaginative and prescient of eco-conscious materials utilization by no means seen mixed on a highway automobile, till at present
- The inside incorporates an unprecedented wealth of sustainable supplies, specifically chosen for his or her luxurious look and tactile qualities.
- Lunaz’ trailblazing method to eco-material functions consists of veneer constituted of egg and nut shells, plastic substitute utilizing corn and wooden fibers, alongside various leather-based constituted of apple by-product.
- Demonstrating how the Lunaz upcycling course of and philosophy extends past the all-electric drivetrain to incorporate each a part of the motor automobile, this new idea additional solidifies Lunaz’ dedication to decreasing air pollution.
- A frontrunner within the improvement of clean-air automotive applied sciences, Lunaz reaffirms its dedication to UK manufacturing and way forward for holistic upcycling.
The Founder speaks
“Upcycling is a holistic, whole-vehicle course of by which sustainability encompasses not solely the clean-air powertrain but additionally the supplies and finishes used within the inside. We’ve seen vital curiosity from our purchasers in maximizing our use of sustainable alternate options to conventional leathers, veneers and materials. This upcycling mission supplies an exquisite showcase for rising supplies and modern merchandise, that are opening up new prospects throughout the luxurious world. As this magnificent [Aston Martin] DB6 exhibits, we will create genuine, really luxurious interiors worthy of essentially the most well-known marques utilizing supplies with the smallest attainable environmental impression. These are very thrilling occasions for us, our purchasers and our trade.” David Lorenz, Founder, Lunaz
Lunaz electrical powertrain
Like all basic automobiles upcycled and elevated by Lunaz, the idea consists of Lunaz’ proprietary modular electrical powertrain, developed fully in-house and comprised of the best customary European-sourced Tier 1 OEM battery cells and motors. All present Lunaz automobiles’ battery capability ranges from 80-120 kWh with Mixed Charging System (CCS) fast-charging functionality, a 255-mile vary and 375 bhp.
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Modern and sustainable
- Eggshell and nutshell veneers: The dashboard face, gear shifter and three-quarter glass deal with are completed in a novel, biodegradable composite materials, used as a substitute for oil-based plastics. Produced from discarded egg and nut shells mixed with an natural, biodegradable binder, it may be made to exactly replicate a spread of pure high-luxury supplies, together with the ‘marble’ used within the DB6. The fabric is 100% pure and compostable.
- Bio-based Polyurethane (PU) cloth: In the meantime, the elevated by Lunaz DB6’s door playing cards are completed in a bio-based PU cloth constructed from a mix of renewable plant-based supplies, together with corn and wooden pulp-based fibres. The distinctive matte floor includes a delicate natural texture with a semi-lustrous base. Its multi-layer development reduces the variety of uncooked supplies required with out sacrificing sturdiness or ease of upkeep.
- Bio-based various leather-based: The accent piping on the headlining, seats and door playing cards is crafted from a outstanding leather-based various constituted of apple pomace, a by-product of cider, juice and compote manufacturing within the beverage trade. It’s mixed with water-based polyurethane and a backing constituted of wooden pulp to supply a lightweight, mushy materials with the appear and feel of the best leather-based.
- Publish-recycled fibers cloth: The material used within the seat higher flutes and door card accent is a mix of 66% post-industrial recycled cotton, 27% polyester, 6% rayon and 1% nylon, designed particularly for ‘high-traffic’ areas topic to intensive put on. It’s fully freed from the ‘endlessly chemical compounds’ per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) and comprises no substances on the Dwelling Constructing Problem Purple Record.
- Blended recycled cloth: For the decrease seat flutes, Lunaz designers chosen a brand new upholstery cloth that mixes 54% recycled polyester with 35% new wool and 11% nylon to create a tactile and visually interesting ‘knitted’ floor with an intricate sample of chevrons. The wool and recycled polyester fibers are fastidiously aligned to offer wonderful abrasion resistance and a lustrous end.
- Recycled carpets: The mushy but extremely sturdy cabin and boot-floor carpets are constituted of a regenerated nylon derived from recycled waste materials equivalent to discarded carpets and fishing nets. The backing is constituted of 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic bottles.
- Low-carbon leather-based: For the seat bolsters, flute accent, parcel shelf and transmission tunnel, Lunaz has used a Savannah colorway of the world’s lowest-carbon leather-based, with complete emissions in its manufacture round 30-50% under the trade customary. The leather-based itself is a by-product of the meat trade and is 100% biodegradable.
David Lorenz provides: “The truth that our staff has been in a position to convey collectively such a variety of modern supplies on this luxurious, tactile and fully harmonious inside is a testomony to their ability and creativity. It’s an distinctive marriage of supplies and strategies that elevates automotive interiors past something obtainable available in the market.”
