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DIY Confederate Flag Truck Headliners

September 28, 2012 by Nadeem

A strange trend is sweeping America's Southern states. Folks are covering their pickup trucks' headliners in Confederate flags and sharing photos of their work via Facebook and Twitter. … [Read more...] about DIY Confederate Flag Truck Headliners

Modern Meadow Makes Leather in Labs

September 26, 2012 by Nadeem

A shortage in the world's supply of leather has caused ripple effects throughout the auto upholstery industry – most notably, an increase in the price of quality hides. While most industry insiders – from tanneries to trim shops – are at the mercy of cattle farmers, one company is working to sever our reliance on animals once and for all. No, I'm not talking about faux … [Read more...] about Modern Meadow Makes Leather in Labs

UAE’s Growing Culture of Custom Cars

September 24, 2012 by Nadeem

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is known the world over for its love of everything wild and extravagant – and car interiors are no exception. Local news source 7 Days in Dubai recently published an article highlighting just how over-the-top Emiratees like their cars. The extent to which they demand their interiors stand out will leave you amazed; and quite possibly intrigued to … [Read more...] about UAE’s Growing Culture of Custom Cars

Chevy Proudly Embraces Cheap Plastics

September 19, 2012 by Nadeem

While most automakers are busy trying to mask their cheap plastic interiors in order to make them look high-end, Chevy has decided to take a different approach. At a recent press event for it's 2013 Spark, a Chevrolet executive told the crowd that Spark drivers will get what they pay for – which, priced at $12,245, isn't much. … [Read more...] about Chevy Proudly Embraces Cheap Plastics

Check out the Citroën DS3 Sliding Ragtop

September 1, 2012 by Nadeem

Check out the sliding fabric roof on the all-new Citroën DS3 Cabrio. It retracts to two positions , the C-pillar and trunk hatch; and can be opened at speeds up to 74 mph. Its DS3-monogramed fabric looks pretty unique as well. … [Read more...] about Check out the Citroën DS3 Sliding Ragtop

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