In September, we told you about how inmates at Southern Desert Correctional Center in Nevada are being trained in crafts like auto upholstery to prepare them for life on the outside. Well, after one year the prison shop in which they work just posted a huge profit. … [Read more...] about NV Prison Upholstery Shop Turns a Profit
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From SMS Auto Fabrics to Congress?
Here's something interesting that you don't hear about every day — Ben Pollock, who grew up working in his family's company SMS Auto Fabrics, is running for U.S. Congress. … [Read more...] about From SMS Auto Fabrics to Congress?
What’s Inside the President’s Limo?
President Barack Obama's Cadillac limousine, affectionately called "The Beast," is one one of America's most highly guarded secrets. While we know it's virtually Armageddon-proof, we don't know much else – for good reason of course. Autoweek recently published a short article that highlights the few facts we do know. The interior, possibly the most classified of its … [Read more...] about What’s Inside the President’s Limo?
So You Want to Offer Custom Dashboards?
Hotrod & Restoration Magazine's latest "Interior Insights" article by Ace Eckleberry of ACE Custom Upholstery & Rod Shop is all about custom dashboards. He talk about how to sell customers on dash jobs, the challenges you can expect to face while doing them and the rewards as well. … [Read more...] about So You Want to Offer Custom Dashboards?
An Interview with Ford’s Chief Designer
Motor Trades Insight recently interviewed Ernst Reim, chief interior designer for Ford Motor Company's Europe division, to learn about what inspires and motivates his designs. His answers offer insight into the materials, architecture and design cues of Ford's latest interiors; and hint to what we can expect in the future. … [Read more...] about An Interview with Ford’s Chief Designer
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