Kenaf plants have long fibrous stalks that can be converted into paper or, as it turns out, SUV door bolsters. (Credit: Ford) Carmakers' pursuit of fuel efficiency and sustainability is moving to auto interiors. Ford said today that its upcoming Escape SUV will sport door bolsters made of kenaf, a flowering tropical plant. The company estimates using a plant-based material will offset 300,000 …
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Flower power: Ford interiors made of tropical plant
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