Historical Events tagged with "soybean car"
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Henry Ford patents a soybean car innovation
January 13th, 1942 83 years ago
Henry Ford patented a car made with soybean materials, making it 30% lighter than traditional vehicles. This innovation was part of Ford's broader efforts to utilize alternative materials during World War II, aiming to conserve traditional resources that were in short supply due to the war. The soybean car reflected Ford's interest in agricultural products and sustainable materials. It was a significant step towards exploring the use of bioplastics in automotive manufacturing.
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