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ISU study finds large potential for biobased materials in auto industry, but with challenges

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Their report, “Biobased Automobile Parts Investigation”, was developed for the USDA Office of Energy Policy and New Uses. However, they noted, there are also many challenges associated with the use of biobased parts in the auto industry. —“Biobased Automobile Parts Investigation”. Examples of biobased parts in production.

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Ford Increasing Use of Renewable and Recyclable Materials in Vehicles

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Ford Mustang, F-150, Focus, Flex, Escape, Expedition and Econoline as well as Mercury Mariner, Lincoln MKS and Navigator also use the sustainable material. liter V-6 2010 Ford Escape. Post-industrial recycled yarns for seat fabrics on vehicles such as the Ford Escape and Escape Hybrid. liter Duratec engine.

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