[checkers]

Taking green cars to a whole new level, Jeep just announced details of a new soy-based spray foam they are using on the Cherokee. The foam is used to block unwanted noise in the same traditional way, but the new foam is less dense then conventional material.

Jeep says each vehicle is saved 1.5 lbs which should translate into better handling and fuel economy..

Its called BETAFOAM and is based on soy instead of traditional petroleum, lowering costs and lowering densities.

 

[mr.smith]

This foam was first used on the 2013 Chrysler 200 and the Dodge Avenger sedans.

Bill Hall, Director of Sustainability and business Continuity says, "At Chrysler Group, we are working on a number of initiatives that further our sustainability efforts while also addressing key product goals, such as on-road refinement combined with off-road ruggedness for the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee. This new foam not only helps deliver noise reduction and improved fuel efficiency, but its renewable content minimizes the impact on the environment,"

 

[checkers]

This foam was first used on the 2013 Chrysler 200 and the Dodge Avenger sedans.

Bill Hall, Director of Sustainability and business Continuity says, "At Chrysler Group, we are working on a number of initiatives that further our sustainability efforts while also addressing key product goals, such as on-road refinement combined with off-road ruggedness for the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee. This new foam not only helps deliver noise reduction and improved fuel efficiency, but its renewable content minimizes the impact on the environment,"

Yea i really like this its a cool effort in the name of sustainability. Its so cool what people are making stuff out of now days, theres this place we hit for lunch sometimes that has plastic forks made from potatoes....

 

[Cherokee Steve]

I think it's a cool idea - unfortunately the rabbits here in Denver also love the stuff. My roommate lost 2 wiring harnesses that had a soy coating due to them chewing through the insulation. Hopefully they've figured that problem out!