Are soybeans the seats of the future?

While plant-based resins aren’t new, rising oil prices and a global rethink of supply chains have sparked renewed interest in the use of bio-resins for seat cushions and more. Using soy-based seats since 2008, Ford has significantly reduced its CO2 emissions.

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