SUSTAINABLE

PRODUCTS
BMW i8

Abhiraj Singh
Piyush Chandra

INTRODUCTION
The BMW Vision EfficientDynamics
shows a new approach to the
design of a vehicle, layering.
Here joints and hard surface
transitions are active design
elements, assuming functions and
thus enabling a weight-saving
reduction of components.

One example can be seen in the aerodynamic rear

lights of the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics. And in
the interior too the individual features carry out
several functions. The central air vents, are not
only intended to increase comfort but are at the
same time part of the cockpit support.

This completely new way of dealing with surfaces,

joints and materials leads to modern and organic
aesthetics for both the exterior and interior,
creating an effect of lightness and emotion.

BMW SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability characterises the thoughts and actions of the BMW
Group.

Which is why the BMW Group is the Dow Jones Sustainability Index
leader for the ninth time since 2005, making it the most
sustainable company in the automotive industry yet again.

BMW SUSTAINABILITY
CONTD

Natural, renewable, and sustainable: the interior of the BMW i3

features door trim panels and a dashboard made from renewable
natural fibres, naturally tanned leather, and eucalyptus wood
sourced from 100 % government certified forestry.
Overall, 25 % renewable raw materials and recycled plastics were
used in the interior of the BMW i3.
A further 25 % recycled plastics are used in the exterior.

DEVELOPMENT
The aim of developing the BMW i cars is
not simply to build emission-free cars,
but also to use the maximum possible
amount of sustainably produced and
recycled materials especially inside.
The interior of the BMW i3 sets a new
standard here and makes sustainability
tangible.
Another milestone is the completely
innovative LifeDrive vehicle architecture,
with its carbon fibre passenger cell and
aluminium drive module that reduce its
weight enormously and extend the car's
range.

LifeDrive
Aerodynamics
Sustainable
materials

USE
BMW i drivers can also activate
exceptionally economical driving
modes at the push of a button, thus
extending the range by around 30 %
to almost 200 km.
Consistent sustainability means that
CO2 emissions produced not only by
the vehicle itself, but also when the
vehicle is manufactured and when
electricity is generated are
significantly reduced or completely
eliminated.

RECYCLING

There are many ways to

repurpose the high-performance
lithium-ion high-voltage battery
from a BMW i vehicle after its
use:
Easy and effective intermediate
power storage in solar or wind
power systems is just one
example.

95 % of the materials used to produce a BMW i3 can be

recycled.

VERIFIABLY SUSTAINABLE

For the first time in the history of the

BMW Group, demanding sustainability
targets for a newly designed vehicle
over its entire life cycle were already
defined during the early strategic
phase.

Electric drive
Innovative lightweight construction

These take into account the value

chain as a whole, including sourcing,
production, usage and subsequent
recycling.

Sustainable production cycle

Use of renewable electricity
Confirmed by the ISO certificate
14040/14044

Tha
nk
you