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Making the Most of SEMA 2013

November 11, 2013 by Fred Mattson

SEMA 2013

In a word – WOW! I must have walked at least 30 miles in the four days that I attended the SEMA expo. If you’ve never attended the expo before, let me take you through the process of how to get the most out of it. … [Read more...] about Making the Most of SEMA 2013

The Hog Ring is at SEMA 2013

November 6, 2013 by Nadeem

SEMA 2013

It’s official, The Hog Ring is in Las Vegas for the 2013 SEMA Show – and this time what happens in Vegas will NOT stay in Vegas. (Yeah, we said that last year. But this time there's no hurricane to mess up our plans) … [Read more...] about The Hog Ring is at SEMA 2013

Celebrate Collector Car Appreciation Day

July 1, 2013 by Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - National Collector Car Appreciation Day

It's official, the U.S. Senate has passed a resolution designating July 12, 2013 as "Collector Car Appreciation Day". SEMA, the organization responsible for helping push the resolution through, says that the annual event is to "celebrate and raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society". It's also a prime opportunity to … [Read more...] about Celebrate Collector Car Appreciation Day

Is Your Shop Missing Out on Product Sales?

June 25, 2013 by Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - Convertible Top Cleaner - Ragg Topp

If you've ever considered supplementing your auto upholstery shop's service income with product sales, now is the time to start. According to the 2013 SEMA Annual Market Report, sales of automotive aftermarket products reached $31 billion dollars last year – a four percent increase over 2011. … [Read more...] about Is Your Shop Missing Out on Product Sales?

Is Your Shop Ready for Obamacare?

May 7, 2013 by Nadeem

American auto upholstery shop owners (and employees) confused by the "Affordable Care Act" – otherwise known as Obamacare – should check out the online resource SEMA has compiled for automotive professionals. This is especially important for shops that provide health benefits to employees. … [Read more...] about Is Your Shop Ready for Obamacare?

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