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In a strikingly forward-thinking move, Henry Ford unveiled a prototype automobile in 1941 that utilized hemp for both construction and fuel. The plants used, combined with Ford's vision, created a car that was lightweight, durable, and efficient— boasting a fuel efficiency of around 40 miles per gallon. Unfortunately, as the oil industry’s grip strengthened, hemp ethanol fell out of favor, stifled by political and economic constraints aimed at preserving the status quo.