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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

Japanese Invent Transparent Car Interior

November 6, 2012 By Nadeem

Japanese researchers at Keio University have developed the world's first pseudo-transparent car. Through a clever use of cameras, the vehicle projects an image of its outside surroundings onto its interior so that its driver is able to park easier and more safely. … [Read more...] about Japanese Invent Transparent Car Interior

The Peugeot that’s Trimmed in Newspaper

October 27, 2012 By Nadeem

Peugeot debuted its eco-friendly Onyx concept car at the 2012 Paris Motor Show earlier this month. Built in association with Dutch design firm Vij5, the Onyx features a one-of-a-kind interior cabin trimmed in NewspaperWood – a material made from recycled newspaper. … [Read more...] about The Peugeot that’s Trimmed in Newspaper

Upholstering Cars in Plants, Not Vinyls

May 10, 2011 By Nadeem

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

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