Are you an out-of-work auto trimmer? Fear not. We’ve scoured the internet for the latest employment opportunities in the field of auto upholstery and posted them on our jobs page. Best of all, we’ll continue to do so – so check back often! … [Read more...] about Find a Job in Auto Upholstery
Auto Trim
In Memory of Nat Danas: 1922-2012
The Hog Ring is saddened by the passing of Nat Danas – a pioneer, leader and role model to many in the auto trim industry. Founder of the National Association of Auto Trim Shops and Auto Trim and Restyling News, Danas dedicated his life to building a strong and connected community of auto trimmers. His accomplishments and contributions to our industry are far too many to list … [Read more...] about In Memory of Nat Danas: 1922-2012
The Advent of LED Headliner Boards
At the WardsAuto Interiors Conference held last weekend, industry leaders hinted that automakers may soon forgo dome lights in favor of multiple LED lamps – a possible precursor to LED-laden headliner boards like that found in the Rolls Royce Phantom. … [Read more...] about The Advent of LED Headliner Boards
Building Brand Awareness for Your Shop
We’ve all been there before – standing around, scratching our heads, trying to figure out why business is so unusually slow. When suddenly it hits us: "Putting an ad in the paper will bring customers in!" So we contact our local newspapers, pay for an ad and wait. But after a few weeks, the response is merely lukewarm. Fed up with wasting money, we pull the ad and that’s … [Read more...] about Building Brand Awareness for Your Shop
Upholstering Cars in Camel Leather
Long gone are the days when camel was just a color – now you can actually upholster cars in their skin! The National recently sat down with Jean-Marie Gigante, French leather-science expert, to talk about the benefits of upholstering in camel leather and where you can get it. … [Read more...] about Upholstering Cars in Camel Leather
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