600HP CARBON FIBER Ford Bronco

by Zero Lab is Retro at its Finest

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With electrification and technology increasingly dominating our automotive experiences, the lure of yesteryear cars being dipped amongst a modicum of modern-day convenience is finding favor. Resto mods have moved from being a niche to a full-fledged segment for car buyers craving a slice of nostalgia. Demand for these mods has increased over the years, allowing modifiers to experiment more. Zero Labs is one of the pioneers in this industry with its range of Bronco SUVs with an EV heart. The Ford Bronco is a classic. However, Zero Labs takes it to a new level with custom bodies and the same build quality of new luxury models.

These fully electric Ford Broncos are an amalgamation of world trends – childhood heroes draped in an electric avatar. For this year’s version, CES, Zero Labs went one step further with an all-carbon Ford Bronco with the panache of a hypercar. Exotic materials on niche supercars or hypercars are the norm, but in a humble Ford Bronco, this application changes the appeal of this SUV considerably. The full-carbon look gives it an exotic touch while reducing its weight overall. Carbon fiber is tougher and lighter while improving performance too.

The carbon fiber body is integrated with an electric platform with a 600 bhp dual motor configuration. There is also a 100-kWh battery and 235-plus miles of all-electric range, which means it is useable like any new EV, albeit much cooler looking while doing so.

Underneath the classic Bronco lines is an allwheel drive system with two independent motors that control the torque supply to the wheels. Like any luxury car, there is an adjustable air suspension. Interestingly, the interior is all-classic Bronco, with a little bit of modernity creeping in. It is just the right amount of convenience without disturbing the car’s charm. All-carbon models feature new upholstery materials with hand-sewn leather seams and a wood finish on the interior. There is plenty of technology on offer, with a suite of Telematics and remote vehicle communication options.

Zero Labs puts a lot of craftsmanship into their mods and their process of elevating a Bronco to being a custom-made SUV rubs shoulders with super luxury cars in terms of sheer appeal. The retro design within a veneer of modern technology, along with its greener credentials, makes it more appealing than newer SUVs while also standing out from the crowd. Like their Bronco example, Resto mods retain the classic charm without being overly drawn to the past.

With over twenty years of experience creating award-winning interiors, Alexander James Interior Design collaborates with other like-minded brands as part of their brand partnership group. One of the collaborations is with luxury yacht builder Sunseeker London Group, introducing an extra dimension to a luxury partnership between the two brands. Alexander James’s Interior Design team dressed the yachts at all Sunseeker London’s European shows and events in Cannes, Monaco, Düsseldorf, Genoa, and more.

Before the two luxury brands formed their partnership, the dressing of Sunseeker London yachts fell to their factory team. They were skillful at yacht building but not at matching cushions and china. As a result, the yacht interiors were somewhat lacking.

Sunseeker motor yachts are crafted in the UK. “Sunseeker London pursues the more advanced, the more ambitious, and the more creative. Alexander James Interior Design is proud to work with Sunseeker to provide their yachts with the luxurious interiors they deserve.”

Head of Partnership, Alexander James Interior Design, Julie Clifford, said, “I have approached the design of each Sunseeker London yacht by giving them a distinct look, using different color palettes to give them an individual feel. I have then used cushions, throws, floral arrangements, and decorative accessories to provide a sense of sophistication and lifestyle.”

“We wanted to bring the concept of the “luxury home” to the Sunseeker group, so we styled each yacht as we would style our exquisite show homes. From Jo Malone perfume and candles to fur throws and the absolute best of everything you would expect in your dining room, bedroom suite, and beyond. Alexander James has also partnered with a small couture house,

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Heirlooms Fine Linens, that is supplying the bedding to incorporate only the finest accessories upon the vessel.”

The impressive Sunseeker 86 yacht was styled with a collection of soft furnishings and home accessories to complement and enrich the already exquisite styling found onboard a Sunseeker yacht.

The styling was inspired by the luxury yacht lifestyle to create a home away from home. The scheme embraced a contemporary twist on the nautical theme centered on a modern and mono-chromic palette. The plush black, white, taupe, and grey cushions were paired with chrome and ocean-inspired accessories.

The interior styling mirrored the flybridge. The flybridge is the open deck on a cabin cruiser above the bridge on the cabin roof, which usually has a duplicate set of navigating equipment. The black and white exterior of the boat was embellished by the deluxe faux fur throws and heavy cable knit blankets. When paired with black and white cushions, these not only complimented the exterior but added a taste of the elegance and glamour found throughout the boat. It also made the deck cozy as it can get quite windy on the open water when sitting on the deck.

The prestigious London Boat Show occurred at the Excel center between the 10th and 14th of January 2018. The show celebrates everything that can be done on the water.

Organizers were thrilled by the “better than ever” response from visitors, who could climb aboard classic boats and modern yachts. There was an opportunity to spend time with sailing legends and pick up the latest marine technology. The legendary footballer Sir Geoff Hurst opened the Sunseeker London stand.

The show was packed with global, national, and boutique brands, showcasing the finest companies with multi-award-winning interior designers Alexander James Interior Design at the forefront, dressing five stunning Sunseeker yachts on display: the San Remo, Manhattan 66, Predator 78, and 76 Yacht. Various handpicked soft furnishings and home accessories have been used to dress the yachts, complementing the already exquisite styling innate to the Sunseeker London brand.

“We are delighted to be once again invited to inject our passion, style, and sophisticated luxury into the already glamorous yachts for which Sunseeker London is so well known. The London Boat Show is one of the year’s most prestigious events, and we are proud to be involved.” Robert Walker, Managing Director, Alexander James Interior Design. Unfortunately, 2018 saw the last London Boat Show due to Covid-19.

Alexander James is still officially partnered with Sunseeker, and they have been working together for private clients. They were building on the company’s already established partnership with the luxury yacht company Sunseeker London Group and The Luxury Network. Alexander James Interior Design was recognized as one of the World’s Top 100 Interior Designers and look forward to once again utilizing their twenty years of experience to dress the stunning yachts. The Sunseeker Group have recognized that their supplier partnerships help them develop world-class innovative products and make them an award-winning luxury motor brand.

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