Flagship EV9 Helping Kia Make Steps Towards Scalable Sustainability

May 18th, 2023 by

Kia EV9

Kia had started integrating sustainable materials into their products back in 2014. Kia used bioplastic and sugar cane bio-fiber in the 2014 Soul EV! Kia continues to pursue sustainability in their products to this day. Carbon neutrality is a goal for Kia operation by 2045, and they have now announced details on their overarching Design Sustainability Strategy. Kia is aiming to accomplish sustainability at scale but also provide the best material solutions for new models.

Kia has integrated 10 must-have sustainability items into their new models by starting off with the EV9.

10 Must-Have Sustainability Items in the EV9

  • Bioplastic
    • plastic that can be produced using renewable biomass sources
    • lessens reliance on fossil fuels
    • offers added benefits of diversified sourcing
    • reduced exposure to unwanted chemicals
    • versatile and durable enough to be used in various components of car’s interior
  • Post-consumer Material (PCM) Plastic
    • plastic made using recycled material from existing products
    • reduces the amount of plastic waste that ends up in landfills or pollutes the environment
    • conserves non-renewable resources
  • Bio PU
    • Bio Polyurethane (PU)
    • reduces overall carbon emissions
    • incorporates plant-based components
    • provides excellent support, cushioning, and durability with a soft and breathable feel
  • Recycled PET Fabric
    • Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
    • most easily recycled plastics
    • good resistance to impact, moisture and solvents
    • ideal fabric to cover exposed surfaces within the car
    • recycled yarn used to partially compose PET fabric
  • Recycled PET carpet
    • 100 per cent recycled PET in creation of standard carpets
    • option for the portion of materials to come from recycled fishing nets
    • innovative use of waste
    • addresses the serious problem of discarded and lost fishing nets that devastate marine life
    • works toward mitigating the entry of plastic particulate into the water as they break down
    • limits the impact on crucial ecosystems of the oceans
    • cabin floors on the new EV9 features carpets made from recycled PET carpet
  • Bio PU Foam
    • Polyurethane (PU) (Foam)
    • versatile material
    • applications ranging frim sports gear to insulation
    • durability and compression characteristics
    • made with the help of natural oils
    • resilience and suppleness
    • reduced impact on the planet
  • Bio Paint
    • more sustainable
    • made using rapeseed oil
    • found on door switch panels on the new EV9
    • minimizes environmental impact without compromising on quality
  • BTX-Free Paint
    • high-quality protection and finish
    • minimizes the use of polluting chemicals
    • interior with BTZ-free paint
  • Recycled PET Yarn
    • Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
    • demonstrates versatility
    • takes center stage in the seat stitching
  • Recycled PET felt
    • recycled PET bottles both soft and durable
    • offers good acoustic absorption
    • reduces transmission of sound from rear of car to rest of cabin
    • found on the luggage board of the EV9
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