Renault, through its Ampere division, has developed the Emblème concept with the goal of significantly reducing the carbon footprint of the group’s vehicles.
The Emblème is an example of how the brand is approaching decarbonization in a holistic way, considering a car’s emissions throughout its entire life cycle, from material extraction to its end.
Ampere claims that the Emblème emits 90% less carbon than a conventional fossil fuel-powered car, thanks to the use of recyclable materials such as low-carbon steel and aluminum, and the combination of a 40 kWh battery with a hydrogen fuel cell.
The Emblème also stands out for its efficiency and innovation in its propulsion system. Equipped with a 215 hp electric motor and a 2.8 kg hydrogen tank, the car can travel longer distances with fewer refueling stops, unlike fully electric cars, which require frequent recharges.
Its 40 kWh battery is lightweight and compact, helping to reduce the vehicle’s weight, which reaches 1,800 kg, further contributing to a reduction in carbon emissions.
Although it is not expected that the Emblème will go into production, Renault plans to apply similar technologies to its future models. The brand aims to reduce battery costs by 20% by 2026 with the transition to lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries and expects to eliminate the use of cobalt by 2028.
In addition, Renault is developing the first “software-defined car,” which will allow updates over time, similar to a smartphone on wheels. The Emblème concept will be displayed at the 2024 Paris Motor Show.
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