According to a February 2011 trend report published by Izmocars.com, an e-solutions provider for auto dealerships, the number of car buyers interested in customizing their vehicles' interiors is on the rise. The report, titled "2010 Auto Accessories Sales," is based on sales data from 140 dealerships, representing 13 brands and five regions across 30 states. While only … [Read more...] about Report: Demand Rising for Custom Interiors
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Auto Trim Seminars & Trade Shows
The field of auto upholstery is ever changing - with new innovations, products and business opportunities presented every day. To effectively compete (and hopefully thrive), we need to keep our knowledge and skills up to date. The best way to do so is to attend industry seminars and trade shows - two of which are coming up next month. Even if you believe that your skills are up … [Read more...] about Auto Trim Seminars & Trade Shows
Book Review: Automotive Custom Interiors
If you’re experiencing a case of creativity block, pick up a copy of Sue Elliot’s “Idea Book” titled Automotive Custom Interiors (2009, Motorbooks). It aims to inspire auto upholsterers and fabricators with nearly a thousand detailed photographs of custom interior designs. … [Read more...] about Book Review: Automotive Custom Interiors
Swiss Debut Car with Inflatable Upholstery
If Swiss design company Rinspeed Inc. has its way, auto trimmers will soon be repairing cigarettes burns with Scotch tape, not a needle and thread. That’s because Frank Rinderknecht, the firm’s founder and CEO, is set to debut his all-new Rinspeed BamBoo electric concept car – which features inflatable upholstery – at next month’s 2011 Geneva Motor Show. … [Read more...] about Swiss Debut Car with Inflatable Upholstery
Naseem Muaddi Steps into The Hog Ring
Though The Hog Ring is off to a great start, it's about to get even better. Naseem Muaddi, owner and operator of Delaware County Auto Upholstery, has signed on to blog for us. … [Read more...] about Naseem Muaddi Steps into The Hog Ring





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