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In Memory of Kitty Strauss: 1922-2014

October 16, 2014 By Nadeem

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It is with great sadness that we inform The Hog Ring community of the passing of Catherine "Kitty" Strauss, loving matriarch of the Electron Top family. … [Read more...] about In Memory of Kitty Strauss: 1922-2014

Photo: Renault Captur Concept Elastic Seats

October 15, 2014 By Nadeem

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Remember Bastybikes' laced motorcycle seat? Renault executed a similar design for the seats in its Captur Concept — a model that was light ages ahead of its time (and still is)! … [Read more...] about Photo: Renault Captur Concept Elastic Seats

Texas Trim Shop Destroyed in Fire

October 14, 2014 By Nadeem

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Ricardo's Auto Upholstery in Houston, Texas, experienced a devastating fire last Thursday that resulted in the shop's roof collapsing and a firefighter needing to be treated for smoke inhalation. … [Read more...] about Texas Trim Shop Destroyed in Fire

Design Studio: 1967-69 Camaro

October 13, 2014 By Naseem

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The popularity and timeless design of the 1967-69 Chevrolet Camaro have made it a staple at car shows – and trim shops – across the world, which is why we’re excited to add it to The Hog Ring Design Studio. … [Read more...] about Design Studio: 1967-69 Camaro

What ‘Super Luxury’ Looked like in 1950

October 8, 2014 By Nadeem

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Speaking of super luxury car interiors, check out this 1955 Daimler DK400 coupé featured in the August 1956 issue of Popular Science magazine. … [Read more...] about What ‘Super Luxury’ Looked like in 1950

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