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Monthly Wrap Up: August 2015

September 1, 2015 By Nadeem

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We covered a lot of ground on The Hog Ring this month — including industry news, product reviews and even some awesome sales and promotions from our sponsors. Here’s a look back at August 2015. … [Read more...] about Monthly Wrap Up: August 2015

The Winners of Our MasterPry LED Contest

August 31, 2015 By Nadeem

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Thanks to everyone who read and shared our review of the MasterPry LED, the auto trim industry’s first interior pry bar with a built in LED light. As promised, we picked three auto upholsterers who entered our social media give away to award a free set. … [Read more...] about The Winners of Our MasterPry LED Contest

Lincoln Introduces 30-Way Power Seats

August 28, 2015 By Nadeem

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Over the last few decades, we’ve seen vehicle seats transform from a simple frame / foam / fabric construction to one of the most complex elements in a cabin. In fact, today it’s common to see a single seat feature power adjustment, lumbar support, massagers, heaters, coolers, speakers and airbags. Well, Lincoln Motor Company just made things even more complicated … [Read more...] about Lincoln Introduces 30-Way Power Seats

How Fuel Economy Affects Drop Top Sales

August 27, 2015 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

Despite some recent positive developments, demand for convertible cars has been on a steady decline for more than a decade. The reasons for the drop are many, but a recent report on National Public Radio (NPR) says tougher fuel economy standards are making it even worse. … [Read more...] about How Fuel Economy Affects Drop Top Sales

When Upholstery Shop Meets Barbershop

August 26, 2015 By Nadeem

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Auto upholstery is a multidisciplinary craft that requires professionals be proficient in a range of skills — including sewing, carpentry, fiberglass/plastic fabrication, mechanics and more. Carlex Design, however, recently added another discipline to the mix that I bet you never considered: barber. … [Read more...] about When Upholstery Shop Meets Barbershop

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