There's no shortage of articles about classic cars on the internet. Unique barn finds, restoration stories, custom makeovers, auction results — you know the type. Every once in a while, though, you come across something that feels different. … [Read more...] about A Journalist Visited an Upholstery Shop and Wrote a Love Letter to the Craft
Are ‘Zero Gravity’ Car Seats Safe in a Crash? China Wants Answers
For the past several years, Chinese automakers have been transforming vehicle interiors into luxury lounges. Features such as massage seats, power leg rests, and deeply reclining "zero gravity" seating have become common selling points, especially in the country's booming electric vehicle market. … [Read more...] about Are ‘Zero Gravity’ Car Seats Safe in a Crash? China Wants Answers
Volvo Wants to Put Wool Upholstery in Every New Model
When you think of Scandinavian design, natural materials are usually part of the conversation. So it should come as no surprise that Volvo is looking to make wool a much bigger part of its vehicle interiors. … [Read more...] about Volvo Wants to Put Wool Upholstery in Every New Model
iPhone Designer Says Automakers Suck at Designing Touchscreens
Jony Ive, the former Apple design chief behind products like the iPhone, iPad, iMac, and Apple Watch, has a surprisingly strong opinion about one of the biggest trends in modern automotive interiors. … [Read more...] about iPhone Designer Says Automakers Suck at Designing Touchscreens
Auto Interior Manufacturer Expands Alabama Operation, Signals More Jobs
German automotive textile manufacturer Straehle + Hess is expanding its operation in Auburn, Alabama, a move that could lead to additional jobs and more production capacity as demand from automakers continues to grow. … [Read more...] about Auto Interior Manufacturer Expands Alabama Operation, Signals More Jobs
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