BMW has just offered us a glimpse of the future with another new concept car. This time, the company showcased the new i Vision Circular concept vehicle that is completely recyclable.
During the Munich Auto Show, the German automobile giant revealed the i Vision Circular concept that is meant to be a electric city car that is made from reusable materials and is 100 percent recyclable as well. As per the company, the battery used in the car is an all solid state battery, which is “100% recyclable and manufactured almost entirely using materials sourced from the recycling loop.” To make sure it is completely recyclable, the brand doesn’t use any paint, leather, chrome, or any other materials that cannot be reused.
Furthermore, the BMW i Vision Circular also “avoids bonded connections or composite materials and uses intelligent types of connection, such as cords, press studs and quick-release fasteners.” In other words, this means that the vehicle houses various parts that are easily detachable and replaceable, which could theoretically be dismantled with “just one single tool.” As of right now, the viability of such a vehicle, especially in regards to road safety standards is questionable, but this car is apparently an imagination of automobiles in 2040.
The design of the new concept car is quite unique but still retains some of the iconic designs that the company is known for. Additionally, the body is made largely of gold anodized recycled aluminum and the color at the rear is “created by the heat treatment process used for the steel.” Even the slightly transparent tires are made from “sustainably cultivated” natural rubber.
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