Just when you thought you’ve seen it all – researchers at Polytechnic School in Montreal, Canada are developing a fabric that operates exactly like your iPhone's touchscreen. In other words, you’ll soon be able to raise the volume on your car’s stereo by simply swiping your hand across the seat. … [Read more...] about The Future is Touch-Sensitive Fabrics
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How to Install Motorcycle Seat Gel Pads
Many customers have asked what I could do to make their motorcycle and scooter seats more comfortable. I’ve always recommended installing a gel pad – which only measures ½” thick, but feels like a couple inches of foam. There are two ways to do this job – depending on a customer's preference and the amount of comfort desired. … [Read more...] about How to Install Motorcycle Seat Gel Pads
Repreve: Ford’s Water Bottle Car Fabric
Nissan announced in March 2011 that its all-electric Leaf would feature seat fabric made from recycled water bottles, but Ford is apparently leading the charge with Repreve, a new polyester fiber made from the plastic. … [Read more...] about Repreve: Ford’s Water Bottle Car Fabric
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