Ford will make cars from the waste of tequila

Ford is exploring the possibility of using recycled agave to create automotive bioplastics. American brand cooperates in this direction with tequila producer Jose Cuervo.

Now experts are "Ford" exploring the material's resistance to high temperatures. Plastic agave they intend to use in vehicle interiors, to enhance elektroprovodka when creating compartments for storage. The resulting material can be used in the manufacture of interior elements and the air conditioning system.



Ford noted that the use of bioplastics from the agave plant will reduce the consumption of petrochemical products and the impact of automobile production on the environment. In addition, this would reduce the car's weight.



To fully Mature, the agave requires at least seven years. In the manufacture of tequila is the heart of the plant is fried, the product is milled and squeeze out the juice for further distillation. Jose Cuervo uses bagasse as compost. In addition, agave, make gifts, and paper.



Ford conducts research in the field of biomaterials since 2000. Now, the company uses eight types of eco-friendly materials: foam, soy-based, castor oil, wheat straw, fiber hibiscus Konopleva, cellulose, wood, coconut fiber and rice bran.

P. S. And remember, only by changing their consumption — together we change the world! ©

Source: motor.ru/news/2016/07/19/fordtequila/