Lola Cars is unveiling a new series of T70S race cars utilizing eco-friendly materials. The company aims to reduce carbon and pollution costs through innovative material sourcing, such as extracting magnesium from seawater using solar power.
Lola Cars is set to launch a new run of T70S race cars, marking a significant return for the company after its bankruptcy in 2022. The T70 model was originally introduced in 1965 and has been used in various racing formats, including the Can-Am series and Le Mans.
A notable aspect of the new T70S series is the use of sustainable materials in production. Executive innovation director Matt Faulks emphasized the environmental impact of traditional magnesium processing methods, which are typically carbon-intensive and polluting.
To address this, Lola Cars is employing a novel method to source magnesium from seawater through electrolysis, which is powered by solar energy. This technique significantly lowers both the carbon footprint and pollution associated with traditional methods, and leads to cleaner magnesium ingots for manufacturing.
This shift to more environmentally friendly practices may influence the motorsport industry, demonstrating how traditional sectors can adopt innovative techniques to reduce their ecological impact. The T70S cars will be available for historic racing, adhering to FIA regulations, as well as for road use in the UK.
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Lola Cars is unveiling a new series of T70S race cars utilizing eco-friendly materials. The company aims to reduce carbon and pollution costs through innovative material sourcing, such as extracting magnesium from seawater using solar power.