# Mazda Upholsters With Plants Biofabric For Hybrid Interiors By robitrocks | Published 2007-09-15 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mazda-biofabric References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/go/8025/) Mazda has announced that their new Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid will be outfitted with a 100% plant fiber based "biofabric" which will be used to cover the interior spaces. "The durable biofabric does not contain any oil-based materials and is resistant to abrasion and damage from sunlight, in addition to being flame retardant," GizMag noted. "The 100 percent plant-derived biofabric, will be featured in the Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show. The displayed car will also feature a bioplastic, which Mazda developed in 2006, for the vehicle's instrument panel and other interior fittings." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Plant-based Biofabric:** The growing trend of using plant-based biofabric in automotive interiors presents opportunities for companies to develop innovative, eco-friendly materials. - **Sustainable Automotive Interiors:** The shift towards sustainable automotive interiors provides an opportunity for companies to capitalize on consumer demand for more eco-friendly options. - **Green Materials:** The trend towards the use of green materials in cars creates opportunities for companies to develop and market innovative products that cater to eco-conscious consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can capitalize on the trend towards sustainable materials by incorporating biofabric and other eco-friendly materials into their designs. - **Textile and Manufacturing:** The use of plant-based biofabric in automotive interiors presents opportunities for companies in the textile and manufacturing industries to develop new, innovative materials and processes. - **Environmental Sustainability:** As the demand for eco-friendly products increase, companies in the environmental sustainability industry can work with automotive manufacturers to provide sustainable materials and solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Luxury Vehicle Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/odyssean-edition.md) - [Vegan Vehicle Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-and-mini.md) - [Ethical Vehicle Interior Finishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-interiors.md) - [Sustainable Design Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycoworks-reishi.md) - [High-Performance Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-xcompact.md) - [Bioplastic-Made Home Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-utopia.md) - [Eco Mobility Seat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobility-seat-concept.md) - [Convenience-Focused Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mazda-cx90.md) - [Plant Fibre-Based E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hummingbird-flax.md)