French carmaker Renault has announced it will completely stop using leather in all its vehicles by the end of 2025. The decision follows discussions with PETA France and comes amid a rising global demand for cruelty-free and eco-friendly car interiors.
According to PETA’s Vegan Car Interior Survey, more and more consumers are asking for cars that do not use animal-derived materials.
Renault’s new models the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric, Symbioz, and Rafale now feature seats made with recycled materials. Renault says these materials help reduce plastic waste and move away from animal-based products.
PETA is now encouraging other carmakers to follow Renault’s example and move towards non leather seats.
