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Keyston Bros Brings the Distressed Leather Look to It’s New Vinyl Collection

February 11, 2026 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Keyston Bros Brings the Distressed Leather Look to It’s New Vinyl Collection

Keyston Bros is leaning into the enduring appeal of distressed leather with the launch of its new Showdown II vinyl collection. Designed to capture the depth, texture, and broken-in character people love about aged hides, this line delivers that rustic look in a durable, easy-to-maintain upholstery vinyl. … [Read more...] about Keyston Bros Brings the Distressed Leather Look to It’s New Vinyl Collection

Leather or Not, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Still Costs the Same

February 5, 2026 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Leather or Not, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Still Costs the Same

For the first time in Mercedes-Benz history, you can order an S-Class with or without leather — and it costs the same. … [Read more...] about Leather or Not, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Still Costs the Same

This Beer and Whiskey Byproduct Could Become the Next Upholstery Material

December 17, 2025 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - This Beer and Whiskey Byproduct Could Become the Next Upholstery Material

You can’t drink and drive, but soon you’ll be able to drive your drink… well, sort of. … [Read more...] about This Beer and Whiskey Byproduct Could Become the Next Upholstery Material

Mercedes-Benz GLC Debuts World’s First Vegan Certified Interior

September 8, 2025 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Mercedes-Benz GLC Debuts World’s First Vegan Certified Interior

Mercedes-Benz is taking a big step toward sustainability with the new electric GLC. It's the first car in the world to feature an interior certified by The Vegan Society. … [Read more...] about Mercedes-Benz GLC Debuts World’s First Vegan Certified Interior

This Eco-Friendly Leather Alternative is Made from… Kiwifruit?!

June 19, 2025 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - This Eco-Friendly Leather Alternative Is Made From Kiwifruit

What do you do when life gives you 50,000 tons of rejected kiwifruit? If you're Shelley Houston, you turn it into automotive-grade faux leather. … [Read more...] about This Eco-Friendly Leather Alternative is Made from… Kiwifruit?!

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