AUTO INSIDES: What goes into making cars is a key part of efforts to green the auto industry. That is in addition to higher-profile efforts to roll out more gas-saving hybrids, meet tougher fuel economy standards and cut tailpipe emissions.
SELLING GREEN: Analysts question whether buyers would be willing to pay a premium for offerings such as car bodies made out of recycled materials. But they say there’s a marketing opportunity in using green as a selling point.
IN DETROIT: Greener car components can be seen at the North American International Auto Show in concept cars made partially of discarded soft-drink bottles and plant-based material used in seats and upholstery.
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