Hanover, GERMANY, March 2, 2026 – LINKTOUR Automotive, the pioneer of boutique urban mobility, is proud to announce that its flagship electric vehicle, ALUMI, has secured the iF DESIGN AWARD 2026. This victory marks a significant milestone, representing the second major international design accolade for ALUMI following its success at the German Design Award 2026, further validating its status as a benchmark in global new energy vehicle (NEV) design.
The iF DESIGN AWARD is organized by the iF International Forum Design GmbH in Hannover, the world's oldest independent design institution. ALUMI emerged as a winner in the automotive category, selected by a jury of 129 design experts from a highly competitive field of over 10,000 entries.
A New Paradigm for European Urban Mobility
The iF jury’s official statement lauded ALUMI’s ability to redefine city driving: “ALUMI redefines city driving in Europe, adapting to daily commutes to family leisure and social outings. Integrating smart technologies with a sustainable design philosophy, ALUMI balances user’s needs for generous space, high performance, and eco-friendly design.”
As LINKTOUR embarks on its strategic expansion across Europe—from the historic streets of Rome to the modern hubs of Germany—the ALUMI series is designed to alleviate the pressures of urban congestion through a perfect fusion of "Visual Lightness" and "Technical Precision".
Closed-Loop Sustainability: From Raw Material to Road
Distinguishing itself from traditional competitors, ALUMI adopts a groundbreaking full life-cycle closed-loop management system. Backed by the vertically integrated aluminum supply chain of the Fortune Global 500 Shandong Weiqiao Pioneering Group, ALUMI is a pioneer in the "From Can to Car" vision.
The vehicle features an industry-leading integrated full-aluminum body, making it approximately 47% lighter than traditional steel-structured models. This drastic weight reduction significantly enhances energy efficiency and extends driving range, offering a solution that is as kind to the environment as it is exhilarating to drive.
The Art of Individuality: A Gallery on Wheels
Innovation at LINKTOUR goes beyond engineering to encompass personal expression. The iF jury highlighted ALUMI’s signature “Art Window”—a DIY smart display area for graphic customization. This feature transforms the vehicle into a mobile canvas, allowing young urban drivers to manifest their individuality and lifestyle in real-time, effectively turning every journey into a curated artistic experience.
Further information about ALUMI can be found on the official ifdesign.com website under “Winners & iF Ranking”: https://ifdesign.com/en/winner-ranking/project/alumi/740593
About the iF DESIGN AWARD
Since 1954, the iF DESIGN AWARD has been a globally recognized benchmark of design excellence. The iF Design brand is internationally established as a symbol of outstanding design achievement, with the iF DESIGN AWARD regarded as one of the most important design honors in the world. It honors design achievements in all disciplines: product, packaging, branding & communication, service design, architecture and interior architecture, user experience (UX), user interface (UI) and concepts. All award-winning entries are presented on ifdesign.com.
Media contact:
Bin Jia
Senior Manager of Marketing & PR
jiabin@linktour-auto.com
