The Bugatti Veyron is arguably the most advanced supercar of all time. However, its interior is still handcrafted using old-world techniques. Check out this episode of "How It’s Made: Dream Cars" for a behind-the-scenes look at the super luxury automaker’s upholstery shop in Mulsanne, France, and see how its trimmers wrap the Veyron’s door panels. … [Read more...] about Inside Bugatti’s Auto Upholstery Shop
Aston Martin: Turning Scrap Leather into Art
What's the most interesting thing you created from scrap material? British automaker Aston Martin recently gave a pile of discarded leather to three of its interior designers and tasked them with producing something unique, artistic and innovative. … [Read more...] about Aston Martin: Turning Scrap Leather into Art
Ford Recycles CO2 to Create Foam
Ford Motor Company has always been a leader in the use of recycled materials. They've employed everything from old pants and plants to uncirculated cash and water bottles in the construction of their interiors. Now the automaker has announced a new achievement in recycling: It's recapturing CO2 to create foam and plastic. … [Read more...] about Ford Recycles CO2 to Create Foam
Attend Automotive Interiors Expo 2016
Did you miss last week's WardsAuto Interiors Conference in Detroit, Michigan? No problem. You still have time to register for next week's Automotive Interiors Expo in Stuttgart, Germany. … [Read more...] about Attend Automotive Interiors Expo 2016
LeBaron Bonney’s Coolest Employee
Mary Godin is a pattern cutter at antique auto upholstery manufacturer LeBaron Bonney Company. She's also 82 years old, a great-great grandmother, and has no plans to retire. Intrigued by her spunky personality and passion for the craft, a local newspaper in Massachusetts decided to profile her. … [Read more...] about LeBaron Bonney’s Coolest Employee
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