If you’re planning to attend the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Michigan, this weekend, be sure to peek inside the VLF Force 1 — a Viper-based supercar developed by former General Motors Vice Chairman Bob Lutz and world-renowned automotive designer Henrik Fisker. … [Read more...] about Photo: VLF Force 1 Champagne Holster
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Improve Your Shop’s Phone Etiquette
Marketing consultant Tom Smisek recently conducted an informal survey of automotive repair shops to gauge how professional they are over the phone. Based on what he learned, Tom wrote an article providing tips on how shops can improve their phone etiquette, and with it grow their businesses. It’s a must-read for every shop owner and employee. … [Read more...] about Improve Your Shop’s Phone Etiquette
Photo: Morris Motors Upholstery Dept
This amazing photograph captures what it was like to work in the upholstery department of British automaker Morris Motors Limited in the 1920s. It's one of the few pictures of British trimmers from the time period that's still in existence today. … [Read more...] about Photo: Morris Motors Upholstery Dept
Attend the 2016 Leadership Conference
Women in the craft of auto upholstery should consider attending the Women’s Board "2016 Winter Leadership Conference" on Feb. 10-11 in Orlando, Florida. … [Read more...] about Attend the 2016 Leadership Conference
This Trimmer Helped Shape Hot Rod Culture
Forbes magazine recently profiled Tony "The Loner" Nancy, an American hot rodding legend and upholstery man who helped establish Southern California as the hot rod capital of the world. The article is a must-read for anyone interested in American automotive culture. … [Read more...] about This Trimmer Helped Shape Hot Rod Culture
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