If you're not planning any sales or promotions to take advantage of US customers' tax refunds, maybe you should. According to a study conducted by eBay Motors, one-third of consumers expecting cash back from the federal government plan on spending at least 35% of it on a new car or repair. … [Read more...] about Tax Refunds Spell More Business for Shops
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Visualizing Seats with Katzkin and Alea
For many auto trimmers, coming up with an interesting and attractive idea for a customer’s car seats is easy. It’s effectively communicating that idea without a visual aid that’s the challenge. Fortunately, two very reputable aftermarket leather seat-cover suppliers provide free online tools that allow trimmers to quickly and easily design seats. You don’t even need to be … [Read more...] about Visualizing Seats with Katzkin and Alea
Hiring Auto Trimmers With Soft Skills
It’s no surprise that many auto upholstery shops have struggled to hire new talent. This is, after all, a highly specialized trade. According to Harry Weimann – director of education at WyoTech Blairsville and owner of Weimann’s Interiors in Delmont, PA – hiring new employees may be even more of a challenge than we think. … [Read more...] about Hiring Auto Trimmers With Soft Skills
Making the Most of Upholstery Trade Shows
In previous articles, we discussed how car clubs and shows can expand your auto upholstery business. But there's another type of show that can also benefit your shop – trade shows. … [Read more...] about Making the Most of Upholstery Trade Shows
The PRO Business Development Guidebook
The Professional Restylers Organization (PRO), a SEMA Council that promotes the interests of the restyling industry – including auto upholstery shops, has recently published a guidebook aimed at helping pros like us grow our businesses. … [Read more...] about The PRO Business Development Guidebook
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