Thousands of automotive aftermarket manufacturers displayed their latest products earlier this month at the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. While most exhibitors showed off new, innovative and impressive designs, there were a few that left me wondering: "What the hell are they thinking?" One of those companies, Dubai-based NSV, was promoting a protective vehicle seat … [Read more...] about NSV Seat Covers: Worst Product at SEMA?
The Seat Shop: Making Repair Jobs Easy
If your auto upholstery shop does a lot of repair work or caters to fleet services, then you need to check out The Seat Shop — which manufactures leather and vinyl replacement seat covers and foam cushions for most General Motors, Dodge and Ford trucks and SUVs. … [Read more...] about The Seat Shop: Making Repair Jobs Easy
Dome Lights: Making the Switch to LEDs
Lately, while recovering headliners, I’ve noticed that an increasing number of my customers are switching the bulbs in their dome lights from standard incandescent to LED. Curious about the difference, I figured I’d give it a try too. … [Read more...] about Dome Lights: Making the Switch to LEDs
Design Studio: 1967-69 Camaro
The popularity and timeless design of the 1967-69 Chevrolet Camaro have made it a staple at car shows – and trim shops – across the world, which is why we’re excited to add it to The Hog Ring Design Studio. … [Read more...] about Design Studio: 1967-69 Camaro
Porsche Reinvents the 911 Targa Top
In 1965, Porsche reinvented the traditional convertible top with the 911 Targa — which featured a semi-convertible body style with a removable roof section and a full-width roll bar behind the seats. The vehicle, which was dubbed the world’s first “safety cabriolet,” received much fanfare and quickly rose to icon status. While the Targa top has since gone through several … [Read more...] about Porsche Reinvents the 911 Targa Top
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