Faurecia has unveiled its all-new Skin Light Panel, which is designed to reduce interior weight and provide more legroom for backseat passengers. … [Read more...] about Faurecia Unveils New 3D Panels to Reduce Interior Weight
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Researchers are Developing Upholstery that Repairs Itself
Tired of repairing small tears and cigarette burns in seat covers? With self-healing upholstery you won't have to. … [Read more...] about Researchers are Developing Upholstery that Repairs Itself
Porsche Stands by Leather, but Says it’ll be Sustainably Sourced
Unlike some of its competitors, Porsche has not announced plans to move away from upholstering its vehicles in genuine leather. Instead, it recently pledged its support for more sustainable leather production. … [Read more...] about Porsche Stands by Leather, but Says it’ll be Sustainably Sourced
Making Car Interiors from Coffee, Eggs and Lentils
Future car interiors could be made from a host of grocery store items — including coffee, eggs, walnuts, flax seed, rice and lentils. … [Read more...] about Making Car Interiors from Coffee, Eggs and Lentils
Volkswagen is Making Faux Leather from Coffee Beans
Among the many sustainable materials that Volkswagen is experimenting with is a faux leather made from coffee bean skins. … [Read more...] about Volkswagen is Making Faux Leather from Coffee Beans
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