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February 15, 2022 By Nadeem

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Curious how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, supply chain issues, inflation and the labor shortage are impacting the automotive aftermarket? Then check out SEMA's 2022 Future Trends Report. … [Read more...] about Download a Free Copy of SEMA’s Future Trends Report

Covercraft Industries Buys Lloyd Mats

January 12, 2022 By Nadeem

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Covercraft Industries, maker of vehicle seat covers and other protective products, just acquired Lloyd Mats, a manufacturer of custom fit vehicle carpets and cargo mats. … [Read more...] about Covercraft Industries Buys Lloyd Mats

Rolls-Royce Says Vegan Leather isn’t Luxury

December 26, 2021 By Nadeem

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Some automakers are discontinuing the use of leather in their interiors, but not Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. In fact, the company's CEO says doing so could compromise luxury. … [Read more...] about Rolls-Royce Says Vegan Leather isn’t Luxury

Report: US Demand for Auto Leather is Killing the Amazon

December 9, 2021 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - US Demand for Auto Leather is Killing the Amazon

American demand for leather in luxury SUVs is worsening Amazon deforestation, according to a recent exposé published by The New York Times. … [Read more...] about Report: US Demand for Auto Leather is Killing the Amazon

Pecca to Make Leather for Electric Vehicles

December 7, 2021 By Nadeem

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Some industry experts believe the auto industry's shift to electric vehicles will spell the end of leather interiors — but Pecca Group doesn't seem to think so. … [Read more...] about Pecca to Make Leather for Electric Vehicles

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