The brand began fitting sustainable materials into its first EV, the Enyaq, but the new Elroq bucks that trend further with eco-conscious materials.
Skoda will focus on developing recycled and sustainable materials used throughout its interior for its future models.
In keeping with decarbonisation, the firm is set to release more EVs by the end of the decade and aims to be a carbon-neutral manufacturer by 2030.
Vehicle production can play a big part in a car’s overall emission cycle, but Skoda is trying to cut down on its CO2 by producing its interiors with recyclable and sustainable parts. The new Elroq plays a key part in the firm’s decarbonisation strategy and includes two new materials in the car’s cabin.
The PA news agency spoke to Stefan Webelhorst, Skoda’s colour, design and trim expert, he said: “For all of our models with the Superb, Kodiaq and now the Elroq we now use recycled polyester for interior fabrics and for the new Elroq we are using two new materials. One of which is the ‘Technofill’ which is recycled polyamide.
“It’s a new material group that we tend to use. We also have the mechanical recycled fabric Recytitan, which is also another source of recycled material. The next step is to bring even further plastic parts that incorporate more recycled materials. Also, the plan would be from a colour and trim point of view to have only recycled fabrics because technology-wise, we are able to provide surfaces that look and have the same value that non-recycled materials do, but it has the advantage of having a more sustainable car.”
Skoda’s new Elroq will start from £31,500 and will be an electric alternative to its popular combustion-powered Karoq SUV with deliveries expected to take place at the beginning of next year.
By Cameron Richards