Trützschler’s Truecycled Yarn Powers Sustainable Interiors In Lotus Electric Cars
Trützschler’s advanced Truecycled process is now steering sustainability in the automotive sector, with its high-quality recycled yarn featured in Lotus’ electric vehicles. In partnership with German innovation hub Brain of Materials, Trützschler has enabled the development of WYRON Truecycled yarn, which meets the stringent demands of the automotive industry. The yarn is now integrated into the seat backs of Lotus Eletre and Emeya models, blending sustainability with luxury performance.
The yarn’s premium haptics, lightweight properties, and sustainability attributes perfectly suit the spirit of Lotus’ Emeya and Eletre models.
Produced in Mönchengladbach, Germany, the yarn consists of 50% post-consumer textile waste and 50% recycled polyester. It is spun using cutting-edge Trützschler open-end technology and manufactured entirely in Western Europe, further reinforcing its eco-friendly credentials. The yarn delivers on premium feel, lightweight construction and environmental responsibility attributes that align with Lotus’ holistic and innovative design approach.
“At Lotus, we are committed to innovation and sustainability without compromising luxury,” said Marie-Camille Lecoq, Head of CMF Sustainability at Lotus, adding, “WYRON Truecycled yarn embodies this vision, and we’re proud to be the first automotive brand to integrate it into our vehicles.”
Trützschler’s role in the project is central, bringing decades of recycling expertise to ensure the yarn meets automotive standards for durability and quality. “Our Truecycled system covers every step from cutting and tearing waste to carding and drawing fibres enabling reliable, high-performance recycled yarns,” said Christian Franke, Head of Trützschler’s Project Department.
The integration of WYRON Truecycled yarn into Lotus vehicles marks a significant step in advancing sustainable mobility, proving that textile recycling can deliver premium solutions for even the most demanding applications.
