Toyota Planning to Build a Car out of Seaweed; Tofu Cushions Not Included

February 26, 2009 at 11:56 pm

 

Named the 1/X (pronounced 1-x’th) after the fraction of its carbon footprint compared to other vehicles, the hybrid is greener than others not only because of it gas mileage: Compared to standard petroleum-based plastic, bioplastic allegedly produces up to 60 percent less carbon dioxide and uses about 30 percent less energy as well.

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