A natural fit: why the auto industry is turning to bio-materials
By Martin Kahl2023-12-01T16:11:00
In the race towards sustainability in automotive production, bio-based materials are transforming the industry. Natural fibres like flax, hemp, kenaf and jute are gaining prominence, providing durable and lightweight alternatives for components, from dashboards to electric vehicle batteries. The journey towards eco-friendly solutions, is marked by the need for lower environmental footprints and manufacturing costs, and industry pioneers envision a future where bio-based materials play a central role in a more sustainable automotive world.
Discussions about sustainability in the automotive industry inevitably focus on electrification and the quest for zero emissions mobility. There are, however, other ways in which automakers and suppliers can introduce sustainable solutions. Many are well established, but one solution in particular is of growing interest in mainstream vehicle manufacturing: the use of bio-based materials.