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British actor Sir Patrick Stewart has partnered with DeLorean Motor Company to launch the DeLorean Marketplace, a blockchain-based platform on the Sui network for reserving, managing, and reselling high-end cars. The marketplace tokenizes build slots for the upcoming Alpha 5 electric vehicle, allowi...
British actor Sir Patrick Stewart has partnered with DeLorean Motor Company to launch the DeLorean Marketplace, a blockchain-based platform on the Sui network designed for reserving, managing, and reselling high-end cars. This innovative marketplace tokenizes build slots for the upcoming Alpha 5 electric vehicle, enabling users to trade them as NFTs and modernize vehicle ownership through transparent, secure on-chain reservations and immutable vehicle history ledgers.
DeLorean is reviving its iconic brand, famously known for the DMC-12 in the “Back to the Future” films, with the Alpha 5 EV featuring signature gull-wing doors. Build slots for this anticipated release cost $2,500 each and act as credits toward the vehicle’s purchase. These NFTs also offer priority delivery based on slot numbering and provide customization options, allowing owners to influence features such as color and powertrain.
The platform, developed by DeLorean Labs—the company’s dedicated Web3 division—aims to deliver transparency, security, and trust in the resale market by maintaining an immutable blockchain ledger verifying each car's history and performance. A native token, $DMC, will be introduced for staking and rewards, further integrating blockchain technology with automotive innovation.
Looking ahead, DeLorean Labs plans to expand its on-chain marketplace model to other industries, leveraging Web3 technologies to create new ownership and trading experiences beyond vehicles. This initiative represents a forward-thinking fusion of classic automotive culture with the cutting-edge possibilities of blockchain.