Last week's WardsAuto Interiors Conference in Detroit, Michigan, hosted a panel titled "The Future of Premium Materials," during which industry leaders discussed various fabrics, including leather. … [Read more...] about The Future of Leather is Already Here
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Leaving a Legacy: Porter Auto Trim
After 40 years of doing automotive upholstery, Don of Porter Auto Trim in San Francisco, California, closed up shop in 2012 and moved to Alabama with his wife. … [Read more...] about Leaving a Legacy: Porter Auto Trim
Trimmers Named to List of Curious Jobs
What do auto trimmers and car sniffers have in common? Both just made Spanish automaker SEAT's list of "The Five Most Curious Professions in the Auto Industry." … [Read more...] about Trimmers Named to List of Curious Jobs
Shop Profile: Indian Trimmer A Balan
Indian trimmer A Balan was recently asked to write an essay for his local newspaper The Hindu, telling readers about his career in the craft of auto upholstery. His first-person account provides an interesting glimpse into the life of a trimmer on the other side of the globe. … [Read more...] about Shop Profile: Indian Trimmer A Balan
Bentley to Trim Cars in Jellyfish Leather
Bentley Motors is renowned for upholstering its cars in 20 premium hides, but that soon may change. The luxury automaker just announced plans to offer a vegan option in which leather will be replaced with fabric made from mushrooms and jellyfish. … [Read more...] about Bentley to Trim Cars in Jellyfish Leather
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