The BMW i3 is one of the most eco-friendly cars on the market. With a body made from carbon fiber and an electric motor, this car has a range of up to 190 miles per charge. The battery can be charged in less than four hours using a standard household outlet which means you spend more time driving and less time charging.
The body of the i3 is made from carbon fiber. Carbon fiber has many advantages including that it is very strong, light weight and recyclable. The manufacture of the BMW i3 uses less energy than traditional cars because carbon fiber can be created through a process called resin transfer molding where layers of carbon are built up in thin sheets as opposed to the traditional method of cutting and forming large sheets of carbon. In addition, the BMW i3 is built using a water based paint process. This makes for a healthier environment as it reduces the amount of dangerous chemicals needed to create the car.