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NAIAS 2015

Haartz Drops Tops at the Detroit Auto Show

January 23, 2015 By Naseem Muaddi

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From 3D-printed cars to ones that drive all by themselves, the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, features loads of exciting new developments in the automotive industry. Chief among them is the introduction of four new soft-top convertibles trimmed in topping material supplied by Haartz Corporation. … [Read more...] about Haartz Drops Tops at the Detroit Auto Show

Johnson Controls Unveils its ID15 Concept

January 16, 2015 By Nadeem Muaddi

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Johnson Controls, one of the world’s largest suppliers of vehicle interiors, unveiled its Innovation Demonstrator "ID15" concept interior at this week's North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan — bringing to life many of the design ideas automotive engineers have suggested could one day be featured in the cabins of autonomous vehicles. … [Read more...] about Johnson Controls Unveils its ID15 Concept

Photo: GAC Motor Aquarium Console

January 12, 2015 By Nadeem Muaddi

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Trimming car interiors in salmon leather is so passé. The coolest cars feature live fish swimming about — or at least that's what Chinese automaker GAC Motor believes. Their latest creation, the WitStar Concept, comes equipped with a full-size aquarium built into its rear seat armrest/center console. … [Read more...] about Photo: GAC Motor Aquarium Console

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