Cadillac recently unveiled the all-new SOLLEI Concept, the ultimate design expression of a luxury electric convertible. Pushing the boundaries of future custom commissioning, this imaginative concept piece is designed to reflect the unique passions and interests of our clients. SOLLEI conceived an all-electric 2+2 convertible with the brand's signature 55-inch column-to-column screen, stunning interior, arrival and departure exterior lighting choreography, and intuitive front and rear command consoles. The term SOLLEI is derived from the words "sunshine" (SOL) and "leisure" (LEI), representing Cadillac's optimistic inspiration for an open-air, laid-back lifestyle. Irene · Crossley, Cadillac Design Director, said: "SOLLEI reimagines the discovery of travel, envisioning a personalized driving experience that connects people to the natural world around them.
The concept celebrates Cadillac's lineage of elegant convertibles in a modern form, cultivating high luxury through design expression and experience. "The SOLLEI is also Cadillac's first concept car with innovative bio-based materials. The car has partnered with MycoWorks to take advantage of its Fine Mycelium
Technology uses luxurious materials derived from mycelium, the renewable root structure of mushrooms, in the charging pads on consoles and door map pockets. This innovation exemplifies Cadillac's mission to pioneer renewable automotive resources and ushers in a new era of sustainable materials in the automotive industry.
With the SOLLEI Concept, Cadillac not only showcases its forward-thinking design philosophy in the luxury electric vehicle segment, but also highlights the brand's commitment to sustainability. Combining advanced technology, personalized experiences and eco-friendly materials, the concept car points the way for the future of luxury car design.
Appearance features:
SOLLEI celebrates the optimism of travel and celestial environments with its rich sensory interactions, unexpected discoveries, and sense of occasion. The characteristics of the sun theme are evident in its colors, materials, and finishes:
- Unique sunlight-themed lighting and graphic arrangement.
- The seat pattern has a sunburst pattern perforated, quilted and embroidered.
- The interior is made of high-quality nappa leather with pink rainbow pigments to create a subtle color-changing sunrise effect.
- The charging pads, door map pockets, and custom accessories on the console are all made from MycoWorks' premium bio-based material, which is manufactured using its spermatofilament technology. This material has an iridescent finish in pastel tones.
- The glass tray on the beverage cooler door and back compartment has a pink rainbow hue that takes on different effects under different sunlight.
- The "aurora" hue on the main metallic finishes includes color changes to reflect the phenomenon of the solar wind reacting with the Earth's atmosphere.
- The convertible metal roof fabric is called "Daybreak", and its name is closely related to the function of the convertible roof; When the roof is pulled back, sunlight can reach the interior of the car.
- The textured floor mat material is called "Bask", a hoop fabric that adds a beautiful texture and subtle warmth that matches the color of the roof material and keeps the entire interior very bright.
Exquisite appearance, simple body style
The exterior of the SOLLEI exudes emotion and embodies Cadillac's distinctive bold proportions. The low, slender body is accentuated by the wide body and long coupe doors, which provide easy access to the spacious rear. The continuous surface and elongated A-shaped lines accentuate the length of the vehicle, while the low-tail design creates dynamic and elegant proportions. The central body line seamlessly connects the headlamps with the taillights, unifying the harmonious design of the vehicle. Traditional doorknobs are replaced by independent buttons, which help to achieve a clean contour line.
In celebration of Cadillac's tradition of bold colors, the exterior is decorated with "Manila Cream," a color originally used for Cadillac in 1957 and 1958. This revival finish is meticulously curated and hand-painted by Cadillac artisans.
Artistic interiors with bold personality
Craftsmanship is at the heart of Cadillac's design. Every detail has been carefully designed to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. Luminescent embellishments and unique embellishments add expression to the brand's unrivalled aesthetic. The interior is wrapped in unstained wood veneer, respecting the variation of natural colors and grain patterns, while the surface is finished with an open-pore finish that can be felt by touch.
Each piece is hand-cut and hand-inlaid using a marquetry technique that creates a beautiful focal point that draws the eye from the front door to the console to the rear compartment. The windshield features a milled brushed aluminum frame, continuing Cadillac's use of natural materials.
The interior of the SOLLEI embodies Cadillac's "Art of Travel" design philosophy, elevating the travel experience for both the driver and passengers. Features include a fully integrated beverage cooler with electric glass doors and crystal glass, which perfectly blends leisure and travel.
Personalization and natural connection
Cadillac designs make lighting a personalization element for many products. SOLLEI elevates this offering with unique ambient lighting that allows for true customization, including multiple zones and 126 color options per zone. Lighting can evoke a specific mood and personalize the interior atmosphere.
SOLLEI also offers unique interior accessories for bird-watching enthusiasts. The custom-made brushed metal and leather wrap box contains a 3D-printed acrylic birdsongr, a leather diary with hand-drawn bird illustrations, and a leather tool roll for pens and pencils, all customized to the vehicle's interior, allowing enthusiasts to document their bird-watching experience.
Summary:
CELESTIQ's innovations have had an impact on the industry as a whole. Its luxury electric vehicle design concept is likely to influence other brands and drive the development of the high-end electric vehicle market. Technological innovations in intelligent driving and in-vehicle entertainment systems are expected to become industry benchmarks. At the same time, CELESTIQ's eco-friendly approach to the use of materials and production processes has the potential to raise sustainability standards across the industry.
IN ADDITION, IF CELESTIQ OFFERS HIGHLY PERSONALIZED OPTIONS, IT COULD DRIVE THE ENTIRE INDUSTRY IN A MORE PERSONALIZED DIRECTION. The demand for new materials and technologies may also drive suppliers to increase innovation, which indirectly contributes to technological progress across the industry.
Therefore, these innovations and breakthroughs of Cadillac CELESTIQ are driving the development of new energy vehicle design in a more intelligent, environmentally friendly and personalized direction. It not only represents the future vision of the Cadillac brand, but also points the way to sustainable development for the entire automotive industry.