Once a brand and style of bucket seat only auto trimmers and car enthusiasts knew, Recaro has grown to become the auto industry's preeminent manufacturer of sport seats. While you can still buy its products in the after-market, the German company has landed a number of lucrative deals to supply its seats directly to automakers and even produces a line of racing-style baby car … [Read more...] about Behind the Scenes at Recaro Seats
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Want a Scholarship to Study Upholstery?
Are you currently enrolled or interested in enrolling in an auto upholstery training program? If so, you may be eligible for SEMA's Memorial Scholarship or Loan Forgiveness Program. … [Read more...] about Want a Scholarship to Study Upholstery?
Find a Job in Auto Upholstery
Are you an out-of-work auto trimmer? Fear not. We’ve scoured the internet for the latest employment opportunities in the field of auto upholstery and posted them on our jobs page. Best of all, we’ll continue to do so – so check back often! … [Read more...] about Find a Job in Auto Upholstery
Lambo Stitching with Brent Parker 3
Over the last few weeks, we’ve followed master trimmer Brent Parker of Brent Parker Motor Trimming in Glenorie, Australia as he restored the interior of a rare 1974 Lamborghini Espada. In part one of our four-part series showcasing his work, Brent showed us how he upholstered the Espada’s dashboard and console. Part two focused on its custom seats. In this third installment, … [Read more...] about Lambo Stitching with Brent Parker 3
2014 Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show
Not every auto upholstery shop specializes in hot rods, but those that do should plan on attending this year's Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show in Indianapolis, Ind. on March 26 – 28. … [Read more...] about 2014 Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show
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