Material is a New York-based direct-to-consumer kitchenware company building beautifully designed, non-toxic, and sustainably made cooking essentials that are meant to last a lifetime. Founded in 2017 by Eunice Byun and Dave Nguyen, the brand pairs minimalist design with thoughtful materials - Japanese steel knives, copper-core pans, and the reBoard cutting board made from recycled plastic scraps and sugarcane - to make everyday cooking simpler and more pleasurable.
The Tesla Model 3 is a battery electric mid-size sedan that became the world's best-selling plug-in electric car for three consecutive years (2018-2020) and the first EV to surpass 1 million global sales. Designed by Franz von Holzhausen and produced since 2017, it combines minimalist design, over-the-air software updates, and Autopilot capabilities at a more accessible price point than Tesla's earlier vehicles.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge is Volvo's first fully battery-electric vehicle, a subcompact luxury crossover SUV that merges Scandinavian design with zero-emission performance. Launched in 2020 and renamed the EX40 in 2024, it offers up to 402 horsepower, a Google-powered infotainment system, and Volvo's legendary safety standards in a practical, city-friendly package.
The BMW iX is a battery-electric mid-size luxury crossover SUV that represents BMW's most ambitious step into the electric era. Built on a bespoke aluminum and carbon-fiber architecture at the Dingolfing plant, it pairs fifth-generation eDrive technology with a cabin that feels more lounge than cockpit. Since its 2021 debut, the iX has served as BMW's technology flagship, showcasing curved iDrive 8 displays, a self-healing sensor grille, and semi-autonomous driving capability.
The Volvo C40 Recharge is a compact luxury electric crossover coupe - Volvo's first model designed exclusively as a battery-electric vehicle from the ground up. It pairs a coupe-style sloping roofline with a leather-free Scandinavian interior, Google Built-in infotainment, IIHS Top Safety Pick+ ratings, and up to 297 miles of EPA-estimated range, making it a premium EV for buyers who value design, sustainability, and safety over maximum range or lowest cost.