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Megane E-Tech makes driving safe and simple. Smart traffic sign recognition takes advantage of the in-built camera systems to read physical speed signs and, with a simple prompt from the driver, will adjust the adaptive cruise control as it recognizes changes in the speed limit.

More than 300 patents have been lodged for the design of the vehicle and its platform. The cocoon effect is a proprietary soundproofing technology which places a unique soft cushioning foam layer between the vehicle and the battery to create a haven from road noise, in fact it reduces in-car noise by 50% compared to current models. As a 100% electric vehicle, Megane E-Tech already produces no noise pollution, so the cocoon effect brings an unprecedented level of acoustic comfort.

Renault's sustainability-focused mindset takes form in Megane E-Tech, with no less than 28kg of recycled plastics in the cabin. This includes the ultra-comfortable seats, which are made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. But it doesn't stop with the interior trims. Up to 90% of the vehicle's materials, including the battery, are recyclable.

To maximise Megane E-Tech's driving range, it was important to reduce the weight of components during manufacturing. Renault developed a new, patented industrial process where water is injected during the plastic molding process to carve out a groove in the rear hatch which means fewer metal supports are required, reducing the weight by 20%. This is just one of the innovations which makes Megane E-Tech one of the lightest EVs on the road at 1,642kg.