In his latest article for Toronto's The Globe and Mail, car columnist Peter Cheney compares convertible tops to spray tans and breast implants. They "aren’t the best idea," he writes, "but we want them anyway." In terms of engineering, safety and practicality, Cheney is correct. Convertible cars make no rational sense. But every driver I know still dreams of owning one. What … [Read more...] about Why Do People Still Love Convertible Tops?
Photo: Trash-Bag Convertible Top
Convertible tops can be pricey to repair, which is why some car owners go to great lengths to avoid auto upholstery shops. Instead of having professionals return their cars to top shape, these folks choose the more humiliating DIY route. We've seen drivers fix their convertible tops with wood, duct tape and even umbrellas. But this trash-bag drop top takes the cake. … [Read more...] about Photo: Trash-Bag Convertible Top
Why Do People Prefer Leather in Cars?
Captain's chairs that detect looming heart attacks, active perfuming systems, even transparent backseats – you name, cars have it. So why is it that with all this technology, drivers still ask us to trim their cabins in old-fashioned leather hides? BusinessWeek thinks it has the answer. Tell us if you agree. … [Read more...] about Why Do People Prefer Leather in Cars?
U.S. Convertible Sales Stage a Comeback
After a decade of teetering on the brink of extinction, the market for convertible cars is finally starting to show signs of new life. American automakers aren't necessarily making more drop tops, but demand for them is increasing. This, of course, is great news for auto upholstery shops which depend on their repairs to make ends meet. … [Read more...] about U.S. Convertible Sales Stage a Comeback
Photo: Citroën DS3 Cabrio Baby Seat
When I was a child, we didn't even use baby car seats. Now automakers are integrating them into their interior designs. Point-in-case, check out the sporty baby seat featured in the new Citroën DS3 Cabrio Racing concept. Like the cabin it’s pegged to, this safety seat is trimmed in Napa full-grain leather, DS-embossed leather and Alcantara. … [Read more...] about Photo: Citroën DS3 Cabrio Baby Seat
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