Ford and Heinz Explore the Utilization of Tomato Fiber in Vehicles

NORWALK, Ohio - Potato, potahto, tomato, tom-auto? Researchers at Ford Motor Company and H.J. Heinz Company have something cooking and it is nothing that you will find on the shelves at your local grocery store. Ford and Heinz Explore the Utilization of Tomato Fiber in Vehicles, specifically by using dried tomato skins to develop a sustainable bio-plastic material that could become wiring brackets or a storage bin for a vehicle. Ford's ultimate goal is to produce a strong, lightweight material that meets vehicle requirements and replace petroleum-based packaging with a sustainable bio-plastic that will lessen Ford's environmental impact. 

Two years ago, Ford started to collaborate with Heinz, The Coca-Cola Company, Nike Inc. and Procter & Gamble in search of development of a 100 percent plant-based plastic that could be used for anything from fabric to packaging. Once Heinz researchers began looking for advanced ways to repurpose tomato peels, stems and seeds, leaders at Heinz then turned to Ford. Ford and Heinz Explore the Utilization of Tomato Fiber in Vehicles by currently working together through the early stages of research. Although many questions still remain about their latest sustainability tactic, the companies are very eager to learn about all of the possibilities that this could create for each other. 

Ford Motor Company's bio-based portfolio includes eight materials to date. The advancement of sustainable 100 percent plant-based products would be another massive stepping stone for Ford as the company continues to commit to their global sustainability strategy. Do your part for the environment by finding a fuel-efficient vehicle at Don Tester Ford Lincoln! We do all we can to ensure our customers receive the best deal on their new Ford or Lincoln. Stop by for a test-drive today!

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