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2016 Occupational Outlook: Upholstery

September 28, 2016 By Nadeem

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Every year, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes an "Occupational Outlook Handbook" for nearly every profession in the United States. This year's handbook provides some interesting insight on the health of the auto upholstery industry. … [Read more...] about 2016 Occupational Outlook: Upholstery

UPDATE: 10 Questions for Shannon Walters

September 27, 2016 By Nadeem

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In 2012, we interviewed Shannon Walters of the award-winning shop Interiors by Shannon for our popular "10 Questions" article series. We recently reconnected with Shannon to find out how he's been doing since and to update our article, which you can read in the latest issue of The Shop magazine. … [Read more...] about UPDATE: 10 Questions for Shannon Walters

SEMA Honors Trimmer Edward Brumfield

September 26, 2016 By Nadeem

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Congratulations to Edward Brumfield of Hi Class Customs in New Orlean, Louisiana, for being named to SEMA's "35 under 35" — an annual list that recognizes the top 35 professionals under the age of 35 who are doing something new and exciting to change the automotive aftermarket industry! … [Read more...] about SEMA Honors Trimmer Edward Brumfield

Will These Upholstery Trends Come Back? 2

September 23, 2016 By Nadeem

In the first installment of our two-part series, "Will these upholstery trends ever come back?", we covered everything from vinyl tops to suspended headliners. In this follow up, we chose another five interior trends that are either dead or on the chopping block. Take a look and tell us what you think about our list. … [Read more...] about Will These Upholstery Trends Come Back? 2

Will These Upholstery Trends Come Back? 1

September 22, 2016 By Nadeem

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Automotive interiors are in a constant state of evolution. Materials and methods that were once staples of the industry have become relics due to new technologies and fashion trends. What was once cool in 1970, is not so hot today. … [Read more...] about Will These Upholstery Trends Come Back? 1

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