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Renault’s New Concept Car Smells Like Innovation and Pineapple Leaves

May 28, 2025 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Renault’s New Concept Car Smells Like Innovation and Pineapple Leaves

Renault just unveiled its latest concept car—and its interior is pretty juicy. … [Read more...] about Renault’s New Concept Car Smells Like Innovation and Pineapple Leaves

This Car Fabric is Helping to End Poverty

December 14, 2016 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - This Car Fabric is Helping to End Poverty

Remember Piñatex, the experimental faux leather made from pineapple leaves? Turns out it's more than just another eco-friendly fabric for cars. If the Philippines government has its way, it'll also be the key to eradicating poverty. … [Read more...] about This Car Fabric is Helping to End Poverty

Piñatex: Trimming Cars in Pineapple Leaves

January 5, 2015 By Nadeem Muaddi

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Automakers have been experimenting with plant-based fabrics for a number of years. However, a leather expert from the Philippines is set to revolutionize the practice and lead the charge with a fabric she developed from pineapple leaf fibers that many believe is a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to leather. … [Read more...] about Piñatex: Trimming Cars in Pineapple Leaves

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