Citroën OLI Concept presents a unique form of recycled materials

EcoFriendly ONES Who doesn't know this French brand? Well, Citroën is widely known in the automotive world with cars with unique and capable innovation breakthroughs. Not long after unveiling the new logo, the French automaker unveiled the world's first battery EV concept car called Citroën OLI [all-ë], it's quite unique car under the SUV body style. 

Citroën OLI Concept panels are made using recycled materials and are coated with Elastoflex® Polyurethane resin and protected by a textured Elastocoat® layer. (Picture from: KabarOto)

And the concept car building process started in 2019, right in when the world was hit by the raw material shortage problems caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, then followed recently with the war in Ukraine.

Citroën OLI Concept adopts a unique futuristic styles car models featured with fender flares, under guards and 20-inch rims are a combination of iron and aluminum coupled with Goodyear tires. (Picture from: KabarOto)

"There're three social conflicts are occurring simultaneously, first is values and dependence on mobility, second is economic constraints and resource uncertainty, and third is a growing desire for responsibility and an optimistic future. At the same time, the need for climate change prevention must be done, and awareness and insight about ecology is increasing,” said Citroën CEO, Vincent Cobée.

Inside the Citroën OLI Concept's cabin, there is also a unique part, namely the seats are produced by BASF. (Picture from: KabarOto)

The car having a length of 4,200 mm, a width of 1,900 mm and a height of 1,650 mm. In addition, it using the new logo, not to forget the Citroën OLI Concept also adopts a unique futuristic styles car models featured with fender flares, under guards and 20-inch rims are a combination of iron and aluminum coupled with Goodyear tires are claimed to last up to more than 80,000 kilometers that make it look dashing vehicle as well.

Inside the Citroën OLI Concept's cabin, there is also a unique part, namely the seats are produced by BASF. (Picture from: Otomotif)

Meanwhile, if you pay close attention to this concept, there is the most unique design, namely on the A-pillar. Because the design is straight and it can make us fooled at first glance by thinking if the front is the car rear deck. While at the car's real back is quite sloping, and clearly shows that's was a double cabin vehicle.

Citroën OLI Concept's real back is quite sloping, and clearly shows that's was a double cabin vehicle. (Picture from: KabarOto)

Then to support the performance of this concept car, the French manufacturer has embedded a battery system which is predicted to only need 40 kWh to provide a range of 400 km so that the maximum efficiency consumption is 10 kWh per 100 km. While the top speed is limited to 110 kph. Meanwhile, the battery recharging process from 20% to 80% is completed in about 23 minutes.

Citroën OLI Concept has a battery system which is predicted to only need 40 kWh to provide a range of 400 km so that the maximum efficiency consumption is 10 kWh per 100 km. (Picture from: Otomotif)

What's remarkable is that the car panels are made using recycled materials and are coated with Elastoflex® Polyurethane resin and protected by a textured Elastocoat® layer. So it is not surprising that the Citroën OLI Concept can have a fairly light weight of around 1000 kg.

The French automaker said that the car is intended for urban use, instead not for driving at high speeds. As the result, the body is designed not aerodynamic. In the cabin, there is also a unique part, namely the seats are produced by BASF with a 3D printing method similar to Adidas sports shoes.

If the French manufacturer makes a production version, reportedly that the Citroën OLI will be priced at $ 25,000 or around Rp. 380 million. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CITROEN | BASF | ID.MOTOR1 | ]

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The Alpenglow concept car ready to pave the Alpine's future cars

GREEN&CLEAN Efforts to find and apply renewable energy sources are increasingly being carried out by many parties from various fields, including the automotive world. There have been many automakers looking for hydrogen fuel cells to power their future cars, such as Viritech Apricale, made by Viritech and Pininfarina, then Matador Group, a Slovak company also launched a concept car called MH2.

This Alpine Alpenglow concept car powered by a hydrogen fuel engine, and is meant to hint at the Alpine's future cars in general, both road vehicles and racing cars. (Picture from: HotCars)

Then there is Toyota, which also exhibits the Toyota GR Yaris H2 powered by a 1.6-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine fueled by hydrogen. And South Korean automaker Hyundai through the N 2025 Vision Gran Turismo and N Vision 74 concept cars, then there's the Chinese's brand, GAC through a hydrogen-powered MPV concept called the GAC Space Concept.

Up front of the Alpine Alpenglow concept car, there is a full-width light bar which is bounded by a large triangular section with a broken glass-like lighting effect. (Picture from: Carscoops)

Because of that, Alpine (known as a performance brand and F1 team supported by the French manufacturer Renault) also intends to be one of the first brands to fully adopt this new technology by revealing its first concept car called the Alpine Alpenglow featured with a new design for the upcoming zero-emission era.

The Alpine Alpenglow concept car looks like an endurance racer from a sci-fi film or a video game, and its sculpted and aerodynamic body is created by two interlocking triangles resembling a wingsuit. (Picture from: Carscoops)

The Alpine Alpenglow concept car is powered by a hydrogen fuel engine, which is filled with two cylindrical hydrogen tanks of unknown size, not only that, from its shape it looks like a single-seater car in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) racing event, by featuring wide fenders encircling the driver's cockpit compartment which is shaped like a dome.

The Alpine Alpenglow gets a geometric steering wheel inspired by the LMP1 race car, also features transparent, backlit paddle shifters, as well as buttons that control regenerative braking and track control. (Picture from: NetCarShow)

Up front there is a full-width light bar which is bounded by a large triangular section with a broken glass-like lighting effect. This effect is replicated on the back with two vertical lighting elements. There is also a red light strip that runs across the front bumper and in the middle of the car. Then there are also transparent elements that are visible in this concept car, such as the cockpit, wheels, and rear spoiler, and provide a glimpse of the mechanics of this concept car.

The Alpine Alpenglow featuring wide fenders encircling the driver's cockpit compartment which is shaped like a dome. (Picture from: SoyMotor)

In the interior, the Alpenglow gets a geometric steering wheel inspired by the LMP1 race car. The steering wheel features transparent, backlit paddle shifters, as well as buttons that control regenerative braking and track control. There's even a button labeled 'Overtake' on the steering wheel which is claimed to give the car a power boost.

The Alpine Alpenglow concept car has a dimension of five meters long, over two meters wide and less than one meter high, and the automaker claims this concept car is light in weight thanks to the use of recycled carbon fiber. (Picture from: SoyMotor)

As you could be seen, the Alpenlow concept has nearly the same proportions as the WEC racing cars, being just over five meters long, over two meters wide and less than one meter high. Despite its size, Alpine claims this concept car is light in weight thanks to the use of recycled carbon fiber.

Alpine Alpenglow concept car intended also to demonstrate the brand's desire to produce a future product line consisting solely of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. (Picture from: BlackXperience)

Since the Alpine Alpenglow is only a very early concept, it's meant to hint at the Alpine's future cars in general, both road vehicles and racing cars. As a concept that may not be realized in the near future or not even produced, Alpine Alpenglow's main aim is to demonstrate the brand's desire to produce a future product line consisting solely of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

By looking and paying attention, even though EVs are currently doing a good job of reducing emissions, unfortunately they are still powered by electricity generates from fossil fuels, so contamination is still generated indirectly. In the other hand, hydrogen fuel cells generate their own electricity in the car by combining hydrogen and air, so there is no pre-contamination period as the energy is self-generated during use.

Furthermore, CEO of Alpine, Laurent Rossi said that the focus on hydrogen technology was due to the company's strong aspiration to achieve a future marked by clean emissions while also providing the most exciting driving experience. This beautiful hydrogen-powered concept car made its first public appearance at the 2022 Paris Motor Show, and recently this Alpine-made concept car also awarded 'Concept Car of the Year' at the Automobile Awards. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | RENAULT GROUP | HOTCARS | CARSCOOPS | NETCARSHOW ]

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Lexus LFA successor would be turn into full electrified supercar

NEXT EV Recently We've found a series of images related to the forerunner successor Lexus LFA supercar appeared in cyberspace which are then predicted to be released soon, and reportedly, this model will later carry a full electric propulsion system.

Here's the Lexus LFA successor seems to be on the horizon, it'll likely be called the Lexus LFR, and turn into full electrified sports. (Picture from: LexusOwners)

From what we could be seen, the concept car also takes design inspiration from the previous supercar, the Lexus LFA, but is made more modern. One of them seen at the back, under the lights there are air vents, like those on the old generation LFA. 

The Lexus LFA successor takes design inspiration from the previous supercar, the Lexus LFA, but is made more modern.. (Picture from: CarBuzz)

Likewise on the legs with the use of center-lock striped rims measuring 20 inches, at the front and 21 inches at the rear, with a design similar to the previous version. But the design of stacked LFA exhaust holes has not been carried over to this latest supercar. Even so, the overall design of the rear bumper is reminiscent of the LFA with a larger diffuser. 

Previously, information regarding the latest Lexus LFA successor supercar was informed by the Carbuzz, that's the Lexus LFA supercar filed the name with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO).

The Lexus LFA successor's legs used center-lock striped rims measuring 20 inches, at the front and 21 inches at the rear, with a design similar to the previous version. (Picture from: CarBuzz)

Even though the name of the new Lexus car is not mentioned yet, it is very likely that it will carry the name Lexus LFR, and is built based on the TNGA-L platform, as the LFA conventional version successor. As quoted of Carbuzz, the LFR nomenclature was rumored on the public internet forum Reddit, but today's trademarks come as the first official confirmation of such a name. The Lexus LFR supercar will later carry the electrified sport car concept which will get several special feature developments that previously existed in the LFA model, especially regarding electrification.

The Lexus LFA successor will be provided with a battery system that will allow it to be driven as far as 700 km on a single full charge. (Picture from: CarBuzz)

Unfortunately, there's no specific data has been found except that the car will be provided with a battery system that will allow it to be driven as far as 700 km on a single full charge. Furthermore, as a supercar, its acceleration capabilities could be said also quite capable, due to according of some sources, that the Lexus LFR supercar can accelerate from still to 100 kph in less than 2 seconds.

However, rumourly that the drivetrain is capable of producing up to 1,000 hp. Apart from that, there are also those who say that the Lexus LFR supercar will instead be crammed with a hybrid drive system with a 700 hp twin turbo V8 engine combined with the Toyota's virtual 3-pedal manual transmission system, which was recently patented in February 2022.

The Lexus LFA Nürburging Edition is the last model launched back in 2021 and produced 50 units only. (Picture from: RoadAndTrack)

For comparison, the LFA conventional version model only produces around 563 hp, with an engine sound that resembles the Formula-1 racing car. The LFA successor model lastly appeared at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in early 2022, as we all knew that the Lexus electric supercar specifications have not been revealed much so far. It is very likely that this car will become the forerunner of the Lexus sports car before actually leaving conventional engines for other vehicle models in the future.

The Lexus LFA Nürburging Edition is sold for $1.6 million or around Rp.23 billion at an auction event held around the end of 2021. (Picture from: RoadAndTrack)

For your information, the Lexus LFA itself is a luxury supercar that has a price tag of 6 digits of US dollars when it's first launched in 2010. For the last time this model released its Nürburging Edition, which produced back in 2021, immediately became a bone of contention for many rich auto collectors. The latest news further cemented its label as one of high-class luxurious supercars when one of these cars sold for $1.6 million or around Rp.23 billion at an auction event held around the end of 2021.

That's why if its next electric version is present, then the existing luxury must be maintained. Thus, it does not eliminate the history that has been made on this model before. This is a review of the newest successor to the Lexus LFA supercar which is likely to be launched in 2025 as a full electric-powered ones, and renamed to be the Lexus LFR. What we can do now only wait and see. 👹 *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LEXUSOWNERS | AUTOCAR | CARBUZZ | ROADANDTRACK | CARSCOOPS ]

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Finally, the Ferrari Vision GT ready to compete in the Gran Turismo 7

New Virtual BEAST Today, the development of supercars is not only focused on producing real cars but has also penetrated into the form of virtual cars. For those of you who are fans of virtual racing games, of course, are familiar with the famous Gran Turismo racing games on the PlayStation game consoles, which enlivened by many famous car brands were invited to send their best virtual car concepts participated in racing games.

Here's the new virtual beast of Ferrari Vision GranTurismo is ready to compete in the GranTurismo 7 virtual racing through on the PlayStation 5 game console. (Picture from: CarScoops)

After a long wait, finally the Maranello manufacturer is willing to join by launching a supercar concept to compete in the GranTurismo 7 virtual racing through on the PlayStation 5 game console. Well, Ferrari officially followed the popularity of the Gran Turismo video game by creating its fictional racing car as the result of its partnership with Polyphony Digital Inc. (a subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment) named the Ferrari Vision Gran Turismo. 

The Ferrari Vision GranTurismo is is visualized as a one-seater racing car with a closed cockpit, besides that this Maranello's Vision Gran Turismo has a distinctive graphic livery that reads "75". (Picture from: CarScoops)

As quoted of the Carscoops, it appears in a retro futuristic style inspired by the legendary prancing horse racing cars of the 1960s to 1970s, specifically the Ferrari 330 P3 and the Ferrari 512 S. While inside the game this car is visualized as a one-seater racing car with a closed cockpit, besides that this Maranello's Vision Gran Turismo has a distinctive graphic livery that reads "75," meaning is to mark three-quarters of a century, aka 75 years since the first prancing horse logoed racing car namely the Ferrari 125 S was launched in 1947 for Scuderia Ferrari.

The Ferrari Vision GranTurismo is designed by Ferrari Centro Stile appears in a retro futuristic style inspired by the legendary prancing horse racing cars of the 1960s to 1970s, namely the Ferrari 330 P3 and the Ferrari 512 S. (Picture from: Skor.id)

Furthermore, in terms of design, not all the lines in this concept car tell about the past which are then used as a source of inspiration for the future, for examples, at the rear part comes from the Ferrari 499P which was recently introduced by the Maranello-based manufacturer for the 24-Hours Le Mans racing event next year, especially the wings and diffuser. 

The Ferrari Vision GranTurismo also developed with recently patented aerodynamic engineering by using two side ducts that route the front airflow around the cockpit and over the sidepods. (Picture from: CarScoops)

In addition, Ferrari also developed this Vision Gran Turismo racing car with its newly ventilated wheel arches and recently patented aerodynamic engineering as well by using two side ducts that route the front airflow around the cockpit and over the sidepods. As for propulsion, Ferrari Centro Stile said it would install a mid-mounted 3.0-liter twin-turbo engine similar to that used to power the Ferrari 296 GTB/GTS as well as the Ferrari GT3 and Ferrari 499P racing cars.

The Ferrari Vision GranTurismo is surprisingly lightweight (only slightly heavier than the Mazda MX-5), with a dry weight of just 1,250 kilograms (2,756 lbs) distributed 43.5 percent front and 56.5 percent rear. (Picture from: CarScoops)

Without any obligation to comply certain regulations or meet certain requirements as in real racing events, so it giving the engineers at Ferrari Centro Stile complete freewill to bring their 120-degree V6 engine coupled with an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox borrowed from Formula-1 into its new performance, ie to produces 1,030 horsepower at 9,000 rpm and 900 Nm (664 lbs-ft) of torque at 5,500 rpm.

The Ferrari Vision GranTurismo also developed with recently patented aerodynamic engineering by using two side ducts that route the front airflow around the cockpit and over the sidepods. (Picture from: CarScoops)

Not only that, the special internal combustion engine is also accompanied by three electric motors, one electric motor is installed at the rear and the other two are used to drive the front wheels. The hybrid section is capable of producing an additional 326 hp (240 kW) for this virtual concept car, with a combined torque at the rear alone of 1,100 Nm (809 lb-ft).

The Ferrari Vision GranTurismo is surprisingly lightweight (only slightly heavier than the Mazda MX-5), with a dry weight of just 1,250 kilograms (2,756 lbs) distributed 43.5 percent front and 56.5 percent rear. (Picture from: CarScoops)

Despite its hybrid powertrain producing some pretty impressive power figures, the Ferrari Vision Gran Turismo is surprisingly lightweight (only slightly heavier than the Mazda MX-5), with a dry weight of just 1,250 kilograms (2,756 lbs) distributed 43.5 percent front and 56.5 percent rear.

The Ferrari Vision GranTurismo is powered by a hybrid powerdrive consisting of a mid-mounted upgraded 3.0-liter twin-turbo engine coupled with 3 electric motors. (Picture from: CarScoops)

Reportedly, Ferrari has done some a kind of calculation with the result said that the Ferrari Vision Gran Turismo capable to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (100 kph) in less than two seconds, also from 0-124 mph (200 kph) in less than five seconds. On average, the racing cars built specifically for the Gran Turismo 7 can reach fantastic speeds of over 217 mph (350 kph). Even crazier, the famous Italian prancing horse brand has even released a hypothetical lap time around Ferrari's Fiorano Circuit, with a time of under 1 minute 10 seconds.

The Ferrari Vision GranTurismo's rear section took from the Ferrari 499P which was recently introduced for the 24-Hours Le Mans racing event next year, especially the wings and diffuser. (Picture from: CarScoops)

The prancing horse virtual racing car was officially introduced on November 28, 2022 at the Gran Turismo World Final in Monte Carlo, and will be officially join the Gran Turismo 7 starting on December 23, 2022. However, the fictional Ferrari Vision Gran Turismo racing car has previously been shown in the in-game quiz, and the winner will have early access to the racing car by getting a virtual key on December 15, 2022.

As usually happened, after making a virtual version, then the automaker wanted to build a full-scaled car model, then developed again until it can be drove on the streets or even produced in limited numbers. Meanwhile for the Ferrari Vision Gran Turismo, the Maranello automaker will be made it as a full scaled prototype model soon whose plan will be launched on December 23, 2022 at the Museo Ferrari in Maranello, and exhibited until March 2023 with another unique projects. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARSCOOPS ]

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BeyonCa reveals its 'Super Premium EV' named GT Opus 1

Super Premium EV As we all know, the trend of electric-powered vehicles, which is currently booming in the automotive industry, is considered had to be a promising business magnet, as the result the emergence of many new automotive companies are developing such eco-friendly claimed vehicles. And one of the recently launched electric-powered cars is the BeyonCa GT Opus 1, which is said to be a creation made possible by the company's unique positioning and capabilities.

The BeyonCa GT Opus 1 truly signifies what the company stands for, as it set out to define the super premium smart EV segment. (Picture from: ElectricCarsReport)

Then who is the maker? This electric-powered car is produced by a Chinese startup automaker company, BeyonCa which recently made its international debut in Singapore. Reportedly, as an automotive stratup, BeyonCa is supported by its compatriot strategic investment partners, namely the Dongfeng Group, as well as other international investors.

As quoted of OtoExpo, BeyonCa consists of an elite team of premium car industry veterans, as well as technology experts from consumer electronics and Internet companies. Furthermore the Chinese new company also stated that it would set the standard for super premium EVs that had never been seen before.

The BeyonCa GT Opus 1 exemplified the personality of the next generation super premium EV. (Picture from: AutoFun.co.id)

This can be seen in the BeyonCa GT Opus 1 which has a unique capability to excite the senses, no matter if one is admiring its lines from the exterior, taking in the luxurious interior as a passenger, or feeling your pulse racing as you sit behind the wheel. At the same time, as one of the EV companies in todays modern era, BeyonCa will transcend the current mindset of the auto industry through an ecosystem of use cases and solutions offered in, around and beyond the car.

The Founder and CEO of BeyonCa, Weiming Soh said, that the BeyonCa GT Opus 1 truly signifies what the company stands for, as it set out to define the super premium smart EV segment as well as the result of the company's team whose worked under the perfect combination of design, craftsmanship, comfort, sportiness and an extraordinary experience. 

The BeyonCa GT Opus 1 will offer users meaningful products with integrated super-premium user experience where users will enjoy the real value of services in the car, around the car, and beyond the car. (Picture from: ElectricCarsReport)

"The 'smart' part is incredibly important in defining the super-premium EV space. Our philosophy is that technologies are here to serve a purpose, but should not be the purpose itself. Rather, we will consolidate and integrate advanced technologies, and shift from function-driven to scenario-driven methodology. BeyonCa will offer users meaningful products with integrated super-premium user experience where users will enjoy the real value of services in the car, around the car, and beyond the car," Soh said further.

It means that the BeyonCa GT Opus 1 exemplified the personality of the next generation super premium EV was designed by a team with decades of experience in the creation of premium and luxury super cars. This is not surprising because the Chinese company has appointed Dirk van Braeckel, as Chief Design Officer. 

The BeyonCa GT Opus 1 is supported by an AI-based smart cockpit that monitors the user’s health status in real time, and the world’s first in-cabin cloud doctor service. (Picture from: ElectricCarsReport)

He is knew as an award-winning designer, with over 40 years of automotive design experience, 20 of which was spent as chief designer. and over the course of his career, he has brought to the world the most iconic GT models in recent history. During his career, he has brought to the world the most iconic GT model in recent history. "We have a vision of a new standard in automotive design while creating a unique character. We are also obsessed with every detail in Opus 1," said Van Braeckel.

"Take for example the 'Light of Life' logo, the way it comes alive when the owner approaches, then spreading its light, waking the entire frontend design. These details show the care we’ve taken to create the BeyonCa experience. Whether it’s the V-shaped lines seen from different angles from the outside, to an interior design that allows customers to define their individuality with luxurious and bespoke choices, we’ve spared no effort to infuse qualities that will define a super-premium EV," he added.

The BeyonCa GT Opus 1 is supported by an AI-based smart cockpit that monitors the user’s health status in real time, and the world’s first in-cabin cloud doctor service. (Picture from: ElectricCarsReport)

Then there's Hans-Joachim Rothenpieler, BeyonCa's CTO, with decades of experience in the premium super car segment, and he's been involved in developing dozens of iconic models in this space. "In addition to expressive, emotional design, any super-premium car brand needs a superior driving experience," Rothenpieler said.

BeyonCa believes that 'smart' means more than just processing power, sensors, cameras and software. Besides that the company believe immersive scenario-driven car creation is its unique path. This track captures the art of automaking and the technology to turn cars and services into a synergistic whole. 

BeyonCa hopes to launch its first mass-produced EV model of the GT Opus 1 in 2024. (Picture from: ElectricCarsReport)

As a result, the car is supported by an AI-based smart cockpit that monitors the user’s health status in real time, and the world’s first in-cabin cloud doctor service, BeyonCa will look out for the well-being of its drivers and passengers, protecting them from consequences that may result from abnormal health conditions. 

BeyonCa hopes to launch its first mass-produced car model in 2024, just as projected demand for premium smart EVs starts to increase rapidly both in Asia and globally. "When we are entrepreneurs, we must do the things that matter most to the people and their families, and consistently bring long-term values to our communities and users. This is why we named the company BeyonCa which stands for Beyond the Car," added Soh. *** [EKA | BEYONCA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ELECTRICCARSREPORT ]

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