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Ford eyes dandelions as sustainable alternative to synthetic rubber

Ford, in conjunction with Ohio State University, is turning to the humble garden weed as sustainable resource, researching the dandelion's potential use as an alternative to synthetic rubber. While the automaker already makes considerable use of sustainable materials in its vehicles – such as soy foam seat cushions and straw-filled plastic for interior trim – this latest discovery opens up a wealth of new possibilities for automotive applications. According to research conducted by Ford, a milky-white substance that is found in certain dandelion roots can produce a sustainable rubber that could be used to create plastic parts for vehicle interiors.

Audi Insurance – cheaper than BMW or Mercedes

The Audi Range - cheaper to insure Every edge helps, and no one knows that better than Audi. They’ve become masters at finding value where other car makers didn’t even see an opportunity, much less explore it. And their marketing – although understated (on the whole) – is always bang on message and consistent.

G-Wiz maker Reva announce new electric cars

The Reva NXR - one of two new electric cars Reva re bringing to Frankfurt Reva plan on introducing two new cars at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month. The first is the Reva NXR, which is a three-door, four seat family hatchback scheduled to launch in 2010. The second is a sporty, targa-topped two-seater – the Reva NXG – that won’t go in to production until 2011.