WorldFirst ecoF3

Produced by Dr Kerry Kirwan, of Warwick University, the WorldFirst ecoF3 is Formula 3 race car, made from 95% biodegradable materials.
The car, which can travel up to 150 mph, is made from potatoes, carrots and soybeans, among other natural materials, and runs on chocolate and vegetable oils.FOX News: Chocolate-Powered 150 MPH Race Car Revealed
Competition Car?

According to Formula 3, the ecoF3 does not meet racing standards as it uses a biodiesel engine. The car, which can run on biodiesel or chocolate and vegetable oils, is said to perform just the same as standard Formula 3 cars.FOX News: Chocolate-Powered 150 MPH Race Car Revealed
Despite the racing policy, the creators of the ecoF3 hope to inspire other manufacturers on ways to create more environmentally friendly vehicles. They also seek to "challenge [the] perception and bring renewable technology to the forefront of motor sport design."Official Site: WorldFirst Racing
Edible Parts
- Brakes: Cashew nut shellsOfficial Site: WorldFirst Racing
- Side panel: Flax fiber and recycled plastic bottlesOfficial Site: WorldFirst Racing
- Seat: Flax fiber, soybean oil and recycled polyesterOfficial Site: WorldFirst Racing
- Steering wheel: Carrots and other root vegetablesOfficial Site: WorldFirst Racing
- Mirrors: Potato starch and flax fiberOfficial Site: WorldFirst Racing
- Front wing end plates: Potato starch and flax fiberOfficial Site: WorldFirst Racing

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