Think you’re having a bad day? Imagine how the owner of this Maserati feels. … [Read more...] about Photo: Paint-Soaked Maserati Interior
Odd News
Audi’s ‘Nose Team’ Battles ‘New Car Smell’
Much has been made of "new car smell," the plastic, possibly toxic aroma that lingers in vehicles fresh off the assembly line. Because many folks can’t stand the odor, automakers and dealers have gone to great lengths to mask or minimize its presence, often resorting to air freshners and sprays that are arguably just as repugnant. Audi, however, has taken the most extreme … [Read more...] about Audi’s ‘Nose Team’ Battles ‘New Car Smell’
Nauga Added to Endangered Species List
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) on Wednesday placed the nauga on its list of endangered species, sparking fears throughout the auto upholstery industry that access to its beloved hide may soon be restricted. … [Read more...] about Nauga Added to Endangered Species List
Idaho Woman Chews Police Car Seat
It's not uncommon for customers to ask auto trimmers to repair car seats that have been chewed apart by dogs. But when the culprit is a woman, we file that story under The Hog Ring's "Odd News" category. … [Read more...] about Idaho Woman Chews Police Car Seat
When Martial Arts Meets Auto Upholstery
From jousting with cardboard tubes to headliner-ball dodge ball, auto trimmers invent all sorts of fun, competitive games to keep themselves amused during down time. Justin Henzel of 4H-Customs Upholstery in Destin, FL is no different. In fact, he just added a new industry sport to the mix: needle throwing. … [Read more...] about When Martial Arts Meets Auto Upholstery
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