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Everything We Covered in February 2025

March 1, 2025 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Monthly Wrap Up - February 2021

It was an exciting month on The Hog Ring. We brought you the latest industry opportunities, reviewed some amazing products and highlighted spectacular work. Here’s a look back at February 2025.

Talking Social Media, New Sewing Machines and More on NC Shop Talk!

Tune in to NC Shop Talk to learn why 2025 is the year to kick your social media into high gear.

MasterTech Expo: Transform Your Shop on a Budget with Mike Cofield

Mike Cofield will help you elevate your shop and retail space without breaking the bank.

BW Upholstery Wins 2025 Stitch of Excellence Award!

Congrats to BW Upholstery for winning the Stitch of Excellence Award!

AACF Humanitarian Award Honors Auto Pros Who Give Back

Nominate any auto trimmers who do charitable work in their community.

Trimmer Francis ‘Gene’ Geyer Dies at 87

Trimmer Francis “Gene” Geyer of Allegany, New York, has died at age 87.

Free Webinar: Future Trends in the Automotive Market

SEMA is hosting a free webinar on which trends are likely to impact the market in 2025 and beyond.

MasterTech Expo 2025 Welcomes Industry Icon Dave ‘Fishman’ Rivera

MasterTech Expo is hosting an interview with the legendary Dave “Fishman” Rivera.

All New Colors Added To The Pelle Fresco Collection by Hydes

Seeking luxury, durability and workability? Check out Hydes Leather’s Pelle Fresco Collection.

Trimmer John Baker Dies at 69

Trimmer John M. Baker of St. Peter, Illinois, has died at age 69.

All-New Lazio and Caprone Leathers: More from Keyston Bros’ Podium Collection

Keyston Bros continues to roll out its highly anticipated Podium Collection with Lazio and Caprone.

Want to Become a Rolls-Royce Apprentice?

If you’re new to auto upholstery, consider applying for an apprenticeship with Rolls-Royce.

Trimmer Carmine ‘Bucky’ Zicaro Dies at 85

Trimmer Carmine ‘Bucky’ M. Zicaro of Worcester, Massachusetts, has died at age 85.

Continental Unveils Customizable Emotional Dashboard at CES 2025

Continental’s latest innovation, the Emotional Cockpit, was unveiled at CES 2025.

Test Drive the Future! Tesla is coming to MasterTech Expo

MasterTech Expo 2025 just got even more electrifying — Tesla Motors will be there!

Small Seats, Big Impact: LEATHER CRAFT’s Mini Display Seats Are Here!

LEATHER CRAFT just dropped a series of mini display seats, which you can get for free!

How to Size Zippers Like a Pro

Don’t guess which size zipper to use. Sizing them correctly is easier than you think!

Review: Big Z Fabric’s AquaGuard Auto & Marine Vinyl

Vinyl is a powerhouse fabric. But not all vinyl is created equal, which is where Big Z Fabric comes in.

Global Auto Upholstery Market Will be Worth $12 billion by 2032

The auto upholstery market is set to obliterate previous records with a $12.2 billion valuation by 2032.

Porsche 911 Convertible Top Replacement: How We Fixed a Common Factory Seam Issue

Few sports cars are as iconic as the Porsche 911 — but its convertible top has a serious problem.

The Forgotten Era of Leather Convertible Tops

Did you know that in the early days of cars, some high-end rides had leather soft tops?

That’s not all! Visit our Facebook and Instagram pages to see what other trimmers are up to. You can also join in the latest industry discussions by registering for our Auto Upholstery Forum. And don’t forget to subscribe to our FREE newsletter!

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