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Turning 2 Billion Plastic Bottles a Year into Auto Fabric

June 14, 2021 By Nadeem

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Automakers, from Ford to Mercedes, are upholstering their vehicle interiors in fabric made from recycled plastic bottles. But how big of a dent is that putting into the problem of plastic waste? … [Read more...] about Turning 2 Billion Plastic Bottles a Year into Auto Fabric

Trimmer Larry Maxwell Dies at 63

June 10, 2021 By Nadeem

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Trimmer Larry Bret Maxwell of Pendleton, Indiana, has died at age 63. … [Read more...] about Trimmer Larry Maxwell Dies at 63

NC Shop Talk is Live. Listen Now!

June 9, 2021 By Nadeem

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"NC Shop Talk," the auto upholstery industry's first podcast, is finally here — with three awesome episodes for you to listen to. … [Read more...] about NC Shop Talk is Live. Listen Now!

Who Wants a Free Quadratec Jeep Catalog?

June 8, 2021 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Who Wants a Free Quadratec Jeep Catalog

Quadratec, the industry's largest retailer of Jeep accessories, is making its catalog free — and every trim shop needs one. … [Read more...] about Who Wants a Free Quadratec Jeep Catalog?

These Pleats Take 712 Stitches Per Diamond

June 7, 2021 By Nadeem

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Bentley Motors just revealed that its popular diamond-in-diamond quilting requires 712 stitches per diamond. … [Read more...] about These Pleats Take 712 Stitches Per Diamond

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