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From Custom Rides to Custom Hats: Keyston Bros Rocked SEMA 2025!

November 25, 2025 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - From Custom Rides to Custom Hats- Keyston Bros Rocked SEMA 2025

Keyston Bros had an incredible time at the 2025 SEMA Show, held November 3–6 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. … [Read more...] about From Custom Rides to Custom Hats: Keyston Bros Rocked SEMA 2025!

Hydes’ Week of Black Friday Deals Kicks Off With Huge Savings on BMW Kyalami Orange Leather

November 24, 2025 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - Hydes’ Week of Black Friday Deals Kicks Off With a Banger

Black Friday arrived early at Hydes Leather this year — and they’re rolling it out in style! … [Read more...] about Hydes’ Week of Black Friday Deals Kicks Off With Huge Savings on BMW Kyalami Orange Leather

This 90-Day Cash Strategy Turns Struggling Shops into Thriving Ones

November 21, 2025 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - This 90-Day Cash Trick Turns Struggling Shops into Thriving Ones

Running an auto upholstery shop comes with constant ups and downs. Materials spike in price, customers pay late, the economy wobbles, and sometimes the phone just stops ringing for no clear reason. … [Read more...] about This 90-Day Cash Strategy Turns Struggling Shops into Thriving Ones

Trim Shop Owner Barbara Jean Swartz Dies at 69

November 20, 2025 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Trim Shop Owner Barbara Jean Swartz Dies

Trim shop owner Barbara Jean Swartz of Amissville, Virginia, has died at age 69. … [Read more...] about Trim Shop Owner Barbara Jean Swartz Dies at 69

The Upholsterer’s Guide to Working in Cars Contaminated With Blood

November 19, 2025 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - The Upholsterer’s Guide to Working in Cars Contaminated With Blood

If you work in auto upholstery long enough, someone will eventually roll into your shop with a car that's contaminated with blood, urine or some other bodily fluid. It comes with the territory. Maybe the vehicle was in a crash, or maybe the owner had a medical emergency. Whatever the reason, it's not unusual and it can be dangerous if you're not careful. … [Read more...] about The Upholsterer’s Guide to Working in Cars Contaminated With Blood

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