Citroën is introducing a new approach to eco-friendly design by exploring the viability of a production model based on its popular C-Cactus concept car.
First shown at the 2007 Frankfurt motor show, the C-Cactus features a stripped out interior, which significantly reduces the number of components that do not directly contribute to safety or comfort. The result is a low emissions, low cost design with a reduction in weight, cost and impact on the environment.
Much of the design, which includes fixed windows and the absence of a dashboard, will be constructed from recycled materials. The door panels are assembled in just two parts, compared to 12 in similarly sized conventional cars.
The project will consider a range of powerplants including a sub-1.0 litre petrol engine that emits less than 100g/km CO2 , and a HYmotion2 diesel-electric hybrid returning nearly 100mpg fuel economy and CO2 emissions of just 78g.
An all-electric model, similar to the version on display at the Paris motor show, will also be under consideration. Its initial design offers zero emissions with a top speed and range of 70mph (112kph) and 100mph (160kph) respectively.
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Where will all the raw materials come from for the manufacturing process? How will they be transported to the factory and what is going to be done with the various scrap and residues?