In 1961, General Motors sought to differentiate itself from the competition by offering fashionable convertible tops in a variety of patterns, including polka dots, houndstooth and even floral print. … [Read more...] about GM Once Experimented with Fashion Tops
Concepts & Designs
Jaguar is Pioneering Interactive Stitches
While some automakers are busy experimenting with touch-sensitive fabrics, Jaguar is pushing the boundaries even further by investing in the research and development of interactive stitches — which it hopes will one day replace unsightly buttons, switches and knobs in car interiors. … [Read more...] about Jaguar is Pioneering Interactive Stitches
Bentley Unveils Self-Driving Car Lounge
We've seen how some affordable and luxury automakers envision the interiors of future self-driving cars, but nothing could have prepared us for Bentley Motors' take. The super-luxury marquee recently released a photo of a concept interior that includes couches, silk upholstery and stone veneers among other pricey accoutrements. … [Read more...] about Bentley Unveils Self-Driving Car Lounge
Design Studio: 1964-66 Mustang Door Panel
If you’re a big fan of The Hog Ring Design Studio, check out our "door panel series" — which we’re expanding this month with an illustration from one of the most iconic muscle cars of all time: the 1964-66 Ford Mustang. … [Read more...] about Design Studio: 1964-66 Mustang Door Panel
Design Studio: 1956 Ford F100 Door Panel
Last year we launched a series of hot rod door panel illustrations in The Hog Ring Design Studio. They were a big hit, with auto upholsterers all over the world using the illustrations to design custom interiors for their clients. Today, we’re expanding the door panel series to include an illustration of one of the most iconic pickup trucks in automotive history: the 1956 … [Read more...] about Design Studio: 1956 Ford F100 Door Panel
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