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The New Sebring Econotop

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Last March, I blogged about Auto Top Inc’s new convertible econotop – which I installed on a Ford Mustang. At the time, I briefly mentioned that there’s also an econotop available for the Chrysler Sebring. Yesterday, I had the opportunity to install one and figured that I’d share my thoughts with you. … [Read more...] about The New Sebring Econotop

How-to Fix a Cigarette Burn Hole

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In most cases, the only way to fix a cigarette burn hole in a car seat is to replace the entire panel of material affected by the damage. Upholstery Journal, however, recently published an interesting how-to guide by retired upholsterer Claudette Sandecki on repairing burn holes without changing the panel. The technique works best with fabrics that feature loosely woven threads … [Read more...] about How-to Fix a Cigarette Burn Hole

Ford Seats to Detect Heart Attacks

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Macho Man Randy Savage recently died after suffering a heart attack while driving. He lost control of his car and crashed. Ford Motor Company, however, is taking steps to ensure that tragedies like this don't happen again. By combining their car seats with electrocardiograph (ECG) technology, Ford has created a prototype car seat that can detect heart attacks before they … [Read more...] about Ford Seats to Detect Heart Attacks

Does Your Trim Shop Have a Slogan?

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Does your auto trim shop have a slogan? If not, maybe it should. According to Business News Daily, "[I]f there's a lot of competition in your market, a good slogan could be the thing that separates you from the competition." It helps build brand awareness and communicates what you're all about. Many of our industry suppliers already use slogans. It's mostly independent auto … [Read more...] about Does Your Trim Shop Have a Slogan?

WV Auto Trim Shop Inspires

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WOWK, a local TV news channel in West Virginia, recently aired the inspirational story of Jack Waldron, owner and operator of JW Auto Upholstery. Waldron, who has been in business since 1978, became a paraplegic in '73, after breaking his back in a life-changing car accident. While others in Waldron's position may have wallowed in sorrow, Waldron decided to not allow his … [Read more...] about WV Auto Trim Shop Inspires