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Archives for November 2011

5 Ways Trim Shops Get Paid on Time

November 27, 2011 by Nadeem

There’s nothing more frustrating than a customer who won’t pay a bill on time. It’s inconsiderate at best and financially stifling at worst. While there’s no sure way to avoid tardy customers, you can take steps to limit the problem. Below are five of the best ways auto trim shops can get paid on time. … [Read more...] about 5 Ways Trim Shops Get Paid on Time

Learn to Design Car Interiors at Coventry

November 25, 2011 by Nadeem

The craft of auto trim is usually learned through a vocational training program, long-term apprenticeship or a combination of both. It’s rare, however, that either track teaches those elements of industrial design – like illustration and 3D modeling - that automakers use to build modern interiors. Of course, having a background in industrial design isn’t necessary to be … [Read more...] about Learn to Design Car Interiors at Coventry

Where Have all the Ragtops Gone?

November 21, 2011 by Nadeem

Decades ago, American convertibles ruled the roads. But lately it seems that fewer ragtops are rolling through my shop; and the ones that do are all made overseas. Curious as to why, I did a little research and was shocked by what I found. … [Read more...] about Where Have all the Ragtops Gone?

Indiana Trim Shop Destroyed in Fire

November 14, 2011 by Nadeem

Voris Upholstery and Randy's Trim Shop of Whiteland, Indiana suffered a devastating fire on Wednesday that left one man hurt - with burns to his head and leg. No word on what caused the fire. … [Read more...] about Indiana Trim Shop Destroyed in Fire

David Clark Designs: Car Furniture

November 13, 2011 by Nadeem

If you find that your car seat offers way more lumbar support than ordinary home furniture, you're in luck. David Clark Designs (DCD) has unveiled a line of automotive furniture that brings the experience of sitting in the driver’s seat into your living room (or man cave). … [Read more...] about David Clark Designs: Car Furniture

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