Car Interior

Report: Shortage of Vehicle Carpets

September 26, 2011 By Nadeem

A shortage of vehicle carpets and floormats, caused by flood damage at a key supplier in Pennsylvania, has forced at least five Chrysler and General Motors assembly plants to cut production. As auto trimmers, this shortage may affect us as well - as it could result in a temporary increase in the price of automotive carpeting. … [Read more...] about Report: Shortage of Vehicle Carpets

The Ciel: Cadillac’s Finest Interior

September 24, 2011 By Nadeem

The Ciel is only a concept car, but it features what is quite possibly the finest interior Cadillac has ever made. It has everything: nickel-plated trim, hand-dipped leather, a floating console and seats so impeccably trimmed they'll make your jaw drop. But the woodwork is what really sets this Caddie over the top. Dare I say it gives Bentley a run for its money? … [Read more...] about The Ciel: Cadillac’s Finest Interior

JD’s 2011 Interior Satisfaction Study

September 21, 2011 By Nadeem

According to JD Power & Associate’s 2011 Interior Quality and Satisfaction Study, more than two-thirds of the problems reported by new car owners reflect dissatisfaction with the design of their vehicles' interior features. While that's unfortunate for automakers and new car owners, it does present interesting opportunities for auto trimmers. Providing solutions to … [Read more...] about JD’s 2011 Interior Satisfaction Study

Great Tool for Designing Door Panels

September 19, 2011 By Nadeem

As an auto trimmer, I’m always looking for new tools that will help me complete my projects faster, easier and more effectively. While some of the tools I find aren’t necessarily designed for auto trim, they lend themselves to the craft very well. Case in point: Foamwerks tools, made by Logan Graphic Products, are developed for architects, but perfect for designing vehicle door … [Read more...] about Great Tool for Designing Door Panels

Is Auto Trim a Multidisciplinary Craft?

September 15, 2011 By Nadeem

Innovation and design website Humans Invent recently published an interesting article titled "Crafting the world’s best car interiors". The article is about Bentley and the meticulous detail it infuses into every step of the design process. While that's interesting, it's not the best part of the article. What is - is how Peter Cullum-Kenyon, Bentley’s color and trim manager, … [Read more...] about Is Auto Trim a Multidisciplinary Craft?