Ford and McDonald's say they want to give cars a "caffeine boost" by partnering on a project to transform coffee chaff into interior components. … [Read more...] about Ford is Making Car Parts from McDonald’s Coffee… Seriously
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VW Wants to Upholster Cars in AppleSkin
An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but how about trimmers? … [Read more...] about VW Wants to Upholster Cars in AppleSkin
Mexican Company Invents Cactus Leather
Just when you think you've seen it all, a Mexican company has introduced Desserto, a new line of vegan leather made entirely from cactus. … [Read more...] about Mexican Company Invents Cactus Leather
Mercedes is Making Headliners from Plastic Ocean Waste
You've heard of all the plastic waste in our oceans, clogging waterways and killing marine life — right? Well, Mercedes-Benz is collecting that waste and turning it into upholstery for its all-new Vision EQS. … [Read more...] about Mercedes is Making Headliners from Plastic Ocean Waste
Can I Recycle or Compost Leather Scraps?
At my upholstery shop, we try to recycle as much as possible — mostly glass and plastic. I'd like to recycle fabric scraps too, but don't know any companies that would take such waste. … [Read more...] about Can I Recycle or Compost Leather Scraps?
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