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NJ Man Claims He’s Allergic to the Prius

January 20, 2014 By Nadeem

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The Toyota Prius’ interior is nothing to write home about – it’s simple, bland and lacks any semblance of luxury. What's more, it might even cause you to break out in hives. At least that's what one man in Vorhees, NJ, alleges happened to him. He's suing the automaker because, as he tells it, the hybrid's interior is toxic. … [Read more...] about NJ Man Claims He’s Allergic to the Prius

Photo: S-Class Active Perfuming System

March 27, 2013 By Nadeem

If Mercedes-Benz can help it, you'll never have to work in a disgusting car interior again. That's because the German automaker's 2014 S-Class features an Active Perfuming System in the glove box, designed to keep cabins smelling fresh and fantastic. … [Read more...] about Photo: S-Class Active Perfuming System

China Battles Toxic Car Interiors

March 2, 2013 By Nadeem

Last year, it was reported that "new car smell" – which stems from plastics and chemicals used to form car interiors – is, in fact, toxic. To combat the negative health effects associated with the smell, governments have begun enacting stricter regulations on the auto industry. The latest comes from China. … [Read more...] about China Battles Toxic Car Interiors

Bentley Launches Fragrance for Men

February 20, 2013 By Nadeem

Tired of smelling like spray glue and exhaust? Bentley Motors has the answer. The British automaker has just launched a line of men's fragrance that smells like a super-luxury car's interior. Why? We have no idea. … [Read more...] about Bentley Launches Fragrance for Men

Ford Takes On Stinky Car Interiors

October 26, 2012 By Nadeem

Early last year, a study conducted by researchers at Queen Mary University in London found that car interiors are home to more bacteria than public toilets. Since then, the idea of developing a self-sanitizing car has kept automakers busy. The biggest advancement, of course, came when Nissan announced that its new NV200 taxi cab would be trimmed in antimicrobial nonstick … [Read more...] about Ford Takes On Stinky Car Interiors

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