Concepts & Designs

Design Studio: 1964-67 Chevelle Door Panel

March 4, 2015 by Nadeem

In continuation of our door panel series, we’re adding two new illustrations to The Hog Ring Design Studio. Last month it was the first-generation Chevy Camaro. This month it’s the coveted Chevelle! … [Read more...] about Design Studio: 1964-67 Chevelle Door Panel

Mercedes-Benz VRC: The 4-in-1 Drop Top

February 17, 2015 by Nadeem

In 1995, Mercedes-Benz sought to revolutionize the convertible top industry with the introduction of its Vario Research Car (VRC) — a concept vehicle that not only converted from a coupé to a convertible, but a truck and station wagon as well. … [Read more...] about Mercedes-Benz VRC: The 4-in-1 Drop Top

1964 Chrysler Turbine Center Console

February 13, 2015 by Nadeem

Check out the center console in the 1964 Chrysler Turbine. This car is 1 of 55 ever produced, and only 1 of 9 still in existence today. … [Read more...] about 1964 Chrysler Turbine Center Console

Design Studio: 1967-69 Camaro Door Panel

February 9, 2015 by Nadeem

You asked for it and we listened. Starting today, we’re adding to The Hog Ring Design Studio a new series of door panel illustrations for the most popular hot rods — and we're kicking things off with the iconic 1967-1969 Chevrolet Camaro/Pontiac Firebird. … [Read more...] about Design Studio: 1967-69 Camaro Door Panel

Is FreshPer4mance the Best Fabric Coating?

January 28, 2015 by Nadeem

Sick of stanky car seats? Johnson Controls, one of the world’s largest suppliers of vehicle interiors, has developed a coating it applies to auto upholstery that renders it anti-odor, anti-stain, anti-microbial, anti-static and water resistant. No, it's not shellac. … [Read more...] about Is FreshPer4mance the Best Fabric Coating?