SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 03, 2024 – At the Mondial de l'Auto 2024, Renault introduced the Emblème demo car, a testament to Ampere's ecosystemic approach to decarbonization in the automotive industry. This family vehicle, decarbonized "from head to toe," emits 90% less greenhouse gases (CO₂e) over its entire life cycle compared to an equivalent vehicle produced today. Emblème builds upon the exploratory studies initiated with the Scénic Vision concept in 2022, pushing the boundaries of decarbonization while maintaining a spacious, comfortable, and high-tech design.
"Emblème embodies our ecosystem approach and the level of our ambition when it comes to building a sustainable future through technological innovation. It is proof that automotive is still driving progress... keeping emotion in the equation! It embodies the future Design Language of the Renault brand, what we call << La Nouvelle Vague». An average ICE car has a 50 tons footprint: for Emblème, it's 5 tons, cradle to grave. It's a masterpiece." - Luca de Meo, CEO Renault Group, CEO Ampere
A Holistic Approach to Decarbonization
Ampere's strategy involves addressing decarbonization throughout the vehicle's lifecycle, from eco-design and resource selection to manufacturing, use, and end-of-life. Emblème showcases intelligent and viable combinations of materials and technologies to achieve this goal.
Conserving Resources and Minimizing Environmental Impact
Renault Emblème boasts a 70% reduction in the carbon footprint of its components, thanks to collaborations with industrial partners like ArcelorMittal, CEA, and Michelin. The vehicle incorporates at least 50% recycled materials and is over 90% recyclable at the end of its life.
Low-Carbon Battery and Innovative Materials
Ampere is dedicated to developing low-carbon, sustainable batteries through strategic partnerships and closed-loop recycling of critical materials. Emblème's interior features innovative materials like 100% recycled and recyclable woven polyester, biocircular foam made from biological waste, and a linen-upholstered dashboard.
A Family-Friendly, High-Tech Voiture à Vivre
Emblème is designed as a family-friendly, comfortable, and high-tech vehicle. Its elegant shooting brake design, measuring 4.80 meters long, offers ample space for passengers and luggage. The interior features a panoramic screen spanning the dashboard, providing an unprecedented multimedia experience.
Artificial Intelligence for Safety and Efficiency
Emblème integrates artificial intelligence to enhance safety, efficiency, and the overall driving experience. Driving aids encourage energy-efficient and safe driving styles, while the Active Driver Assist system and journey planner optimize energy consumption and travel time.
Dual-Energy Electric Powertrain
The vehicle features a rear-mounted dual-energy electric powertrain powered by electricity and hydrogen, offering a low-carbon solution for both short and long distances. This combination eliminates the need for lengthy charging times, allowing for journeys of up to 1,000 km with only two brief hydrogen refueling stops.
Sustainable Production
Renault Emblème is designed for sustainable, local production at carbon-neutral sites. The powertrain is manufactured in France, and Renault Group is committed to achieving carbon neutrality for its European manufacturing sites by 2030.
Renault Emblème embodies Ampere's vision for a sustainable future in the automotive industry, showcasing the company's dedication to innovation, eco-design, and the development of decarbonized vehicles