Lunaz Reveals Concept for the Most Sustainable Aston Martin Ever Created.
The new concept that Lunaz has come up with for the world's most environmentally friendly Aston Martin is an upcycled and raised DB6. A strong statement that sustainable luxury is not characterised by compromise but rather by an incredible range of new possibilities is made by its electric engine, which is both silent and powerful, producing 375 horsepower. Additionally, it has a plethora of unique materials and finishes.
Despite the fact that the idea is still in the process of being designed, all of the innovations are ready for production, and many of them have already been implemented on prior historic automobiles that Lunaz has previously electrified and raised. As a result of this historic endeavour, they are brought together in a single location, which highlights the Lunaz brand's leadership in environmentally responsible luxury.
The concept, like all of Lunaz's other historic automobiles that have been upcycled and upgraded by the company, has Lunaz's patented modular electric powertrain. This powertrain was designed fully in-house and is comprised of the highest-standard Tier 1 OEM battery cells and motors that are supplied from Europe. Combined Charging System (CCS) fast-charging capabilities, a range of 255 miles, and 375 horsepower are all features that are available on all current Lunaz cars. The battery capacity of these vehicles ranges from 80 to 120 kWh.
A one-of-a-kind, biodegradable composite material is utilised to complete the dashboard face, gear shifter, and three-quarter glass grip. This substance is employed as an alternative to oil-based polymers, which are typically used. The'marble' that is utilised in the DB6 is one of the natural high-luxury materials that can be perfectly replicated using this substance, which is produced by combining discarded egg and nut shells with an organic and biodegradable binder. The substance is organic and may be composted in its entirety.
In the meantime, the door cards of the Lunaz DB6 are completed in a bio-based PU fabric that is created from a mixture of sustainable plant-based elements, including fibres derived from maize and wood pulp. A delicate organic texture is featured on the one-of-a-kind matte surface, which also has a semi-lustrous textural basis. The multi-layer design of this product decreases the amount of raw materials that are necessary without compromising its longevity or the simplicity with which it may be maintained.
The extraordinary leather substitute that is used to make the accent piping on the headlining, seats, and door cards is manufactured from apple pomace, which is a by-product of the production of cider, juice, and compote in the beverage sector. When mixed with polyurethane that is based on water and a backing that is created from wood pulp, it results in the production of a lightweight and supple material that has the appearance and texture of the best leather.
Both the seat upper flutes and the door card accent are made of a fabric that is a combination of 66% post-industrial recycled cotton, 27% polyester, 6% rayon, and 1% nylon. This particular fabric was developed expressly for "high-traffic" regions that are prone to considerable wear and tear. In addition, it does not include any of the components that are included on the Living Building Challenge Red List, and it is fully devoid of the "forever chemicals" known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs).
The designers at Lunaz chose a novel upholstery fabric for the lower seat flutes. This fabric is a combination of 54% recycled polyester, 35% new wool, and 11% nylon. The goal of this fabric is to produce a surface that is both tactile and visually attractive, with a 'knitted' appearance and an elaborate pattern of chevrons. To achieve a glossy sheen and superior abrasion resistance, the wool and recycled polyester fibres are meticulously aligned during the manufacturing process.
Regenerated nylon, which is formed from recycled waste material like abandoned carpets and fishing nets, is used in the production of the very soft yet extremely long-lasting carpets that are used in the cabin and boot floor. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic bottles that have been recycled in their entirety are used to construct the backing.
A Savannah colorway of the world's lowest-carbon leather was utilised by Lunaz for the seat bolsters, flute accent, parcel shelf, and gearbox tunnel. The total emissions produced during the manufacturing process of this leather were around 30–50% lower than the standard for the industry. As a by-product of the meat industry, leather is completely biodegradable and may be found in its natural state.
