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Seat uses rice husks in the production of car parts

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In 2020, Seat launched the Oryzite project, which includes the use of natural and renewable materials from rice husks in car production. After several years of research, its implementation began, and the first car in the production of which these materials will be used is the Arona.

Seat is trying to reduce the use of polypropylene and replace it with renewable materials, and Oryzite seems like an ideal option. This product is created as a by-product of rice husks and is used in the manufacture of parts of the luggage compartment. It should be noted that the use of Oryzite reduces the weight of the parts (5.8%) and production costs (2%).

According to Gerard Suriol, interior design engineer at SEAT, the Arona contains around 60 grams of rice husks, which is 5 tons per year. This by-product comes from the rice fields of the Örebro Delta, a biosphere reserve in eastern Spain.

“We’ve successfully managed to incorporate this renewable material and encourage the circular economy, while reducing the use of petroleum-based products,” said Suriolu.

Source: Seat

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2026 Volkswagen ID.UNYX 06

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In 2017, JAC and Volkswagen founded Volkswagen Anhui to produce electric cars under the Seat brand and Sehol brand. Last year, they produced their first vehicle, the ID.UNYX, based on the Cupra Tavascan, and now they have launched a new SUV, the ID. Unyx 06.

The ID. Unyx 06 is 4,663 mm long, 1,860 mm wide and 1,610 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,766 mm. It will be available in four versions: Pure, Pro, Ultra and Max, all of which will be equipped with a thin front LED line and partially hidden door handles. The interior features a 15-inch screen, which can be used for playing games, creating 3D avatars and more, and all versions come with the Volkswagen ID.S 5.4 operating system. More expensive equipment packages include a Harman Kardon sound system and Matrix headlights.

When it comes to the powertrain, buyers can choose between single and dual electric motors. The single-motor version delivers 231 hp, while the dual-motor version delivers 339 hp. The Pure version uses a 53.6 kWh LFP battery, while the Pro, Ultra and Max versions are equipped with a larger 80.2 kWh battery. These batteries provide a range between 614 and 626 km. The car is mounted on 20″ or 21″ wheels, depending on the version.

Talking about the price, it can be said that ID. Unyx 06 affordable car. It will start from 18,056 to 30,101 euros, which is the price of the most powerful MAX version.

Source: Volkswagen Anhui

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2026 Volkswagen ID.UNYX 06
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Retro Mercedes G-Class Limited Edition

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Mercedes has a new limited edition G-Class inspired by the 1980s version, the Edition Stronger Than 1980s. Only 460 units will be produced, with deliveries expected to begin later this year.

This G-Class is finished in Agave Green, just like the retro version introduced two years ago. It features a front grille, radiator grille, brush guard, lower bumper, bumpers, side skirts, wheel arches and mirror caps painted in Night Black Magno, to highlight the rugged design of the original G-Class, and silver 18-inch wheels. It also comes standard with the Professional Line equipment package that includes all-terrain tires, mudguards and a roof rack with a ladder mounted on the rear.

Customers will be able to choose from three different body colors: Agave Green, Cream and Colorado Beige. These three colors were the first available for the G-Class in the 1980s. The car carries special badges located on the hood, tailgate and spare tire cover.

The interior is equipped with Dove Gray plaid fabric inserts and a “1 of 460” badge located on the center console. The passenger grab handle reads “Stronger Than the 1980s”, and the front door sills feature a topographic map of the Schöckl mountain.

As for the powertrain, this version is powered by a 3.0-liter inline-six engine with mild hybrid technology for a total output of 443 hp. Power is sent to all four wheels via a 9-speed automatic transmission with limited slip differentials.

Speaking of price, the G-Class Edition Stronger Than the 1980s costs £152,815 in the UK.

Source: Mercedes

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Retro Mercedes G-Class Limited Edition