Jerry's Ford

Reducing, reusing, and recycling...three missions American automaker Ford outlines in their global sustainability strategy. And while, we don't always talk about it, the company is working hard to fulfill its environmental commitments.

Over the past few years, Ford has paid particularly close attention to recycled plastics and bio-based materials, integrating them into their vehicles whenever possible so long as the components meet stringent durability and performance tests. Did you know, for example that…

Reducing, reusing, and recycling...three missions American automaker Ford outlines in their global sustainability strategy. And while, we don't always talk about it, the company is working hard to fulfill its environmental commitments.

Over the past few years, Ford has paid particularly close attention to recycled plastics and bio-based materials, integrating them into their vehicles whenever possible so long as the components meet stringent durability and performance tests. Did you know, for example that…

As cute and sunshiny as they are, dandelions have earned themselves quite a bad reputation over the years - especially among homeowners who pride themselves on maintaining the perfect lush, green lawn. To American automaker, Ford, however, the common weed is recognized as an increasingly valuable resource.

Apparently, the milky-white substance contained within the dandelion root can be used to make a plant-based rubber, which could eventually take the form of cup holders, door mats, and…

Dark chocolate is good for a lot of things and now engineers at Ford have turned to the tasty treat to serve as a model for advanced technology. After studying the structure of an Aero chocolate bar, Ford applied its observations to the development of lighter plastic parts for Ford vehicles.

After scrutinizing the Aero chocolate bar, Ford decided to try introducing gas bubbles into plastic as it was molded. The addition of gas bubbles…