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Interior Plastics Get Moo-re Weird

August 22, 2011 By Nadeem Muaddi

I'm waiting for Kia to start trimming its cars in squirrel tails, because the list of things that automakers are using to manufacture their cabins are getting weirder by the day. We've already told you about Toyota's use of sugarcane, Nissan's use of water bottles, Ford's use of recycled jeans pants and Hyundai's use of volcanic rock. Now, the University of Alberta is … [Read more...] about Interior Plastics Get Moo-re Weird

Ford is Making Interiors from Recycled Pants

July 26, 2011 By Nadeem Muaddi

Speaking of eco-friendly car interiors, the upcoming 2012 Ford Focus is set to feature upholstery made from recycled jeans pants - not in the seats, but as carpet backing and sound absorption material. … [Read more...] about Ford is Making Interiors from Recycled Pants

How Can Car Interiors Be Eco-Friendly?

July 23, 2011 By Nadeem Muaddi

Until recently, the scope of eco-friendly cars was limited to those that are good on gas or run on an alternative source of power (like electricity). However, recent innovations have extended the definition of what is eco-friendly to cars that are composed of natural and recycled materials - both outside and in. Dave Roos of the Discovery Channel recently published a short, but … [Read more...] about How Can Car Interiors Be Eco-Friendly?

Upholstering Cars in Plants, Not Vinyls

May 10, 2011 By Nadeem Muaddi

With a Toyota Prius on almost every street in America, the presence of green cars is no longer unique. In fact, just about every major automaker is dabbling in hybrid technology, electric powertrains or some form of alternative fuel. What many folks don't realize, however, is that there are more ways to make cars Earth friendly than to tweak their sources of power - … [Read more...] about Upholstering Cars in Plants, Not Vinyls

Fabrics Drive Innovation in Auto Market

March 13, 2011 By Nadeem Muaddi

If you have a few extra minutes this weekend and are looking for an interesting read, check out Holly O'Dell's article, "Fabrics Drive Innovation in Automotive Markets," in this month's issue of Specialty Fabrics Review. … [Read more...] about Fabrics Drive Innovation in Auto Market

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