Auto upholstery shops produce a lot of waste — including scrap foam, vinyl, cloth, canvas and leather. While most of it is recyclable, the sad truth is that most of our scraps end up in the trash. Not because auto trimmers aren't Earth friendly, but because our industry lacks the infrastructure to collect and process the materials in any meaningful way. Southwest Airlines … [Read more...] about What Southwest Did With 80K Seat Covers
Auto Upholstery
A Visit to Bentley Motors’ Leather Workshop
We know that Bentley Motors creates some of the most exquisite interiors in the world — but what goes into crafting each and every one? Drive TV paid a visit to the luxury automaker’s leather shop in Crewe, England to find out. … [Read more...] about A Visit to Bentley Motors’ Leather Workshop
When it’s Good to Preserve Bad Car Interiors
While most auto upholstery shops repair, restore or customize car interiors, some also specialize in preserving them. The customers that these shops attract are a rare breed — more interested in freezing their classic cars in bad state than rehabilitating or enhancing them. … [Read more...] about When it’s Good to Preserve Bad Car Interiors
Casting Call: SEMA Ignited TV Program
In May, we told you about an opportunity to have your shop featured on a new reality television show. That project is still in the works—with more details coming soon. In the meantime, here’s another fantastic opportunity to showcase your best work on TV. … [Read more...] about Casting Call: SEMA Ignited TV Program
Photo: Morgan SP1 Coupe Headrest
Morgan Motor Company, Britain's premier boutique automaker, is renowned for its beautiful handcrafted designs. But the interior in its one-off SP1 coupe is truly special. One look at the headrest will tell you that. … [Read more...] about Photo: Morgan SP1 Coupe Headrest
Recent Comments