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Photo: Bastybikes’ Laced-Leather Bike Seat

November 30, 2012 by Nadeem

This custom, laced-leather motorcycle seat was designed by Bastybikes – a Romanian motorcycle company that specializes in 100% handcrafted bikes. … [Read more...] about Photo: Bastybikes’ Laced-Leather Bike Seat

Offering Auto Trim Gift Certificates in HRR

November 30, 2012 by Nadeem

Check out our article "Offering Auto Trim Gift Certificates" on Hotrod & Restoration Magazine‘s website and e-newsletter this month. With Christmas quickly approaching, customers are looking for that perfect autos-related gift to give their car-enthusiast loved ones. Why not make it a gift certificate to your auto upholstery shop? … [Read more...] about Offering Auto Trim Gift Certificates in HRR

Faurecia to Debut Urban Rhythm Seat

November 29, 2012 by Nadeem

Faurecia, one of the largest automotive interior parts manufacturers in the world, is set to debut it's all-new Urban Rhythm Seat at the upcoming 2012 LA Auto Show. The seat, which functions like nothing we've seen before, is designed to self adjust, so as to maximize occupant comfort. … [Read more...] about Faurecia to Debut Urban Rhythm Seat

How OEMs Wrap Steering Wheels in Foam

November 28, 2012 by Naseem

Lately, there's been a lot of talk about wrapping steering wheels on The Hog Ring. In fact, community members JPM Coachworks and Gjudd published great tutorials in our Auto Upholstery Forum that demonstrate how to do it. However, not all steering wheels get covered in leather. Some are coated in high-density foam rubber. For an explanation on how these steering wheels are … [Read more...] about How OEMs Wrap Steering Wheels in Foam

28 Gymnasts Stuffed in a Mini Cooper

November 27, 2012 by Nadeem

With new vehicles getting smaller and people's waistlines getting bigger, it's becoming increasingly more difficult to squeeze into cars. No one knows this better than auto trimmers, who spend a lot of time working in cramped backseats. Despite our years of experience, 28 gymnasts from Sussex, England recently put us to shame by becoming the Guinness World Record holders for … [Read more...] about 28 Gymnasts Stuffed in a Mini Cooper

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