We’re excited to share some big news: Uncaged Innovations has joined forces with Hyundai CRADLE, Hyundai Motor Group’s global open innovation hub. Together, we’re working to bring our plant-based leather alternative into the next generation of vehicle interiors.
Driving the Future of Sustainable Mobility
For us, this collaboration is about more than introducing a new material. It’s about rethinking what comfort, luxury, and responsibility can look like inside a car. By partnering with Hyundai CRADLE, we’re able to show how a material designed from grain proteins can stand up to the highest standards of durability and performance—without the environmental cost of traditional leather.
Our innovation has the potential to cut greenhouse gas emissions by up to 95%, while using far less water and energy. It still feels, looks, and performs like leather, but it comes with a lighter footprint for the planet.
Why This Matters
The automotive world is changing fast. Drivers today are looking for interiors that not only look good and feel premium, but also align with their values. That’s where our work with Hyundai CRADLE comes in. By exploring alternatives that are both scalable and sustainable, we’re helping set a new benchmark for what performance can mean in the age of sustainability.
A Shared Vision of Innovation
Our BioFuze platform was built with flexibility in mind—it allows us to fine‑tune everything from thickness to texture. This adaptability is what makes it a strong fit for industries like automotive, where safety and performance are non‑negotiable.
As our co‑founder and CEO Stephanie Downs puts it: “Automotive interiors require the highest possible durability and quality. Developing a scalable, sustainable alternative for vehicle interiors underpins the strength of our technology platform.”
The Road Ahead
For Uncaged, this partnership with Hyundai CRADLE represents a step toward a future where sustainability and performance sit side by side. We believe car interiors can be both beautiful and responsible, and we’re proud to be working with a partner who shares that vision.
The journey has just begun, but the destination is clear: a new era of automotive design that respects the planet as much as it does the driver.
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