Mazda in collaboration with Teijin Limited and Teijin Fibers Limited has developed the world’s first Biofabric made utterly form plant-derived fibers appropriate for use in vehicle interiors.
The new Biofabric posses the class and sturdiness vital for use in seat covers. The latest innovation from Mazda is resistant to abrasion, fire and sunlight. Hence, it meets the uppermost quality standards as claimed by the company.
The biofabric is made of 100% polylactic acid which is a plastic created by combining large numbers of lactic acid molecules that are made from fermented carbohydrates such as plant sugars.
Mazda has planned to uncover the biofabric for the seat covers and the door trim in the all-new Mazda Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid which is to be exhibited at Tokyo Motor Show 2007. The hybrid also features a Bioplastic, which was developed by Mazda itself in 2006, in the instrumental panel and other interior fittings.
Based on this biotechnology, Mazda will strengthen its future research and development on non-food-based materials in consideration of the impact such technologies have on food supplies.
Seita Kanai, Mazda’s director and senior executive officer in charge of R&D cited:
We are convinced that our new technology, which enables the manufacture of this material without any oil-based resources, will become a cornerstone for future biotechnologies aimed at reducing the burden on the environment.
World’s first Biofabric for vehicle Interiors Picture Gallery
[Courtesy: Mazda]
