GM sourcing components for the Chevy Volt produced from recycled oil-soaked plastic booms from BP spill
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 20, 2010
The booms are made out of polypropylene material, and are virtually entirely recyclable once the waste oil and water are removed. The ongoing project is expected to create enough plastic under-hood parts to supply the first year production of the extended-range electric vehicle. Boom recycling process. Click to launch.
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