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Consoles by Modern Classic Interiors

April 16, 2012 By Naseem

Need to design a center console for a custom interior? Check out Modern Classic Interiors (MCI), which makes some pretty cool designs. I personally haven't tried them, but hear good things and will definitely be giving them a shot on my next project car. … [Read more...] about Consoles by Modern Classic Interiors

Chrysler’s New Console Technology

April 13, 2012 By Nadeem

This week Chrysler unveiled a new technology that will soon become an industry standard on all automotive consoles: the wireless charging station. Optional for the 2013 Dodge Dart, the charging station is more or less a pad that powers up electronic devices like smart phones and MP3 players. … [Read more...] about Chrysler’s New Console Technology

How to Upholster a Car Seat From Scratch

April 13, 2012 By Nadeem

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Check out this awesome guide on how to upholster a car seat from scratch, submitted by Brent Parker of Brent Parker Motor Trimming in Glenorie, Australia. This how-to guide was originally published in our Auto Upholstery Forum. … [Read more...] about How to Upholster a Car Seat From Scratch

Is a Messy Shop Costing You Money?

April 12, 2012 By Nadeem

Though auto upholsterers work in an industry of aesthetics, we sometimes allow our shops to get messy. Sloppiness around the shop, however, can affect our businesses in ways that we may have never imagined. Jay Conrad Levinson describes this in his book Guerrilla Marketing Weapons: 100 affordable marketing methods for maximizing profits from your small business. … [Read more...] about Is a Messy Shop Costing You Money?

The 13 Most Dangerous Car Interiors

April 10, 2012 By Nadeem

Even with anti-lock brakes, traction control and front and side airbags, cars aren’t safe. But there was a time when they were even more dangerous – and their interiors were largely to blame. Popular Mechanics has put together a list of "The 13 Most Dangerous Car Interiors in History". Why some cars made the list may shock you. … [Read more...] about The 13 Most Dangerous Car Interiors

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