Volvo’s vision of the electric car of the future is embodied in the new Concept Recharge. In fact, the Swedish car manufacturer has unveiled this new concept model with 100% electric drive, which, according to Volvo, represents the “poster of the future of society”. Another step towards the Swedish brand’s long-announced ambition, which aims to sell only 100% electric cars by 2030 and to become a circular and climate-neutral company by 2040.
For the realization of this concept car, Volvo relied on sustainable materials for the interior of the car, equipping it with tires made with recycled and renewable material, improving aerodynamics and adopting other green measures. In particular, responsibly purchased Swedish wool is transformed into a totally natural breathable fabric, free of additives, and is used for the backrest of the seats and the upper part of the instrument panel; the floor and the lower part of the doors are covered with a soft 100% wool carpet; the seat cushions and door contact surfaces are made of an environmentally friendly material containing cellulose fibers Tencel; a new material developed by Volvo and called Nordico is used for the seat backrests and head restraints, as well as for a part of the steering wheel; Finally, the Concept Recharge uses a linen compound developed by Volvo in collaboration with its suppliers for the lower storage spaces, the rear of the headrest and the footrest.
On the outside, however, the front and rear bumpers and the door sill moldings are in turn made of composite linen. More generally, the car takes the classic shape of the SUV and optimizes the air flow to increase the driving range, while ensuring the extraordinary spaciousness that typically characterizes an electric car with its lower floor. “With the Concept Recharge we have created a comfortable and functional space for the family – commented Lisa Reeves, Head of Interior Design – The passenger compartment features sophisticated shapes obtained through the use of natural materials and the harmonization of textures and shades, and reflects thetimeless elegance of quality Scandinavian design“.
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