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Recy, The Recyclable Roadster

by Jacob Gordon, Nashville, TN on 09.29.06
Science & Technology (prototypes)

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As the LA Auto Show starts to appear on the horizon, the first entry into the show’s Design Challenge comes from Mercedes-Benz Advanced Design of North America. The Challenge coaxes auto designers to create a car conscious of its environmental footprint. Mercedes’ “Recy” is a California roadster made from wood, allows, glass, and metal, and is 100% recyclable. Other Design Challenge entrants, yet to be unveiled, will come from Audi, Acura, Honda, Mini and yes, Hummer, so lots of eco eye candy yet to behold. Last year’s Auto Show brought us such concept vehicles as the GMC Pad. We’ll see what they dish out this year. The winner will be announced November 30th. :: PR Newswire via Hugg (Linton)

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This reminds me of the Fenix concept car designed by Josep Mora. The car had a hybrid engine and featured a recyclable aluminum frame with a plywood and fiberglass exterior that included solar panels. A small foldable bike was even included in the concept (just get rid of the rest of the car and you are onto something).

Pictures and more info can be found here:
http://www.josepmora.com/fenix.htm

jump to top James says:

It reminds me of the Munster's
Car a little bit.. made from recycled stuff? ok but it looks
rediculous.. wood? silly is as silly does.

jump to top PATROU says:

It reminds me of the Munster's
Car a little bit.. made from recycled stuff? ok but it looks
rediculous.. wood? silly is as silly does.

jump to top PATROU says:

sweet

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