# Exclusive Electric Coupes This Mini Electric by Paul Smith Features Recycled Plastic & Cork By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-08-13 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-electric-by-paul-smith References: [luxurylaunches](https://luxurylaunches.com/transport/paul-smith-electric-mini-cooper.php) There's a one-of-a-kind [Mini](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-paul-smith-edition) electric by Paul Smith that shows off a balance of style and sustainability thanks to the use of recycled plastics and cork. The one-off Mini Strip is a custom-made car that boasts details like a panoramic roof made from recycled and recyclable light [Perspex](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-hpx-concept), and it has an interior design that's completely free from leather and chrome. Instead, the seats feature reusable knitted fabric. The car's dashboard makes the most of salvaged cork, the seatbelts are actually repurposed climbing rope and the floor mats give new life to recycled rubber. This [reimagined version of the iconic Mini](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-and-deus-ex-machin) has the potential to inspire new possibilities for the future and its design sets itself apart with a certain rawness that makes it stand out from classic versions of the design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Automotive Design:** This trend highlights the increasing importance of using eco-friendly and recycled materials in car manufacturing. - **Custom One-off Vehicles:** This trend focuses on the growing demand for bespoke, unique electric vehicles. - **Circular Economy Solutions:** This trend emphasizes the potential for using salvaged materials to create innovative and stylish products. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Manufacturing:** The automotive industry can explore using more eco-friendly and sustainable materials in car production. - **Fashion and Textiles:** The fashion industry can partner with car manufacturers to develop creative solutions for using recycled textiles in automotive design. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can collaborate with car manufacturers to create unique and environmentally friendly car interiors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Designer Edition Hatchbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-paul-smith-edition.md) - [Yellow Camouflage Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-Mini-Countryman-SUV.md) - [Spaceship-Like Mini Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-concept-aceman.md) - [Electric Engine Upgrading Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-recharged-project.md) - [Compact Classically Inspired Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-spaceman-hatchback.md) - [Ruggedly Sculpted EV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-countryman-e.md) - [Reimagined Compact EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-ev.md) - [Reforged Automaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charismatic-simplicity.md) - [All-Electric Tiny Crossover Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-aceman.md)