Car ashtrays and front bench seats fell into gradual extinction. Will traditional car radios be the next interior feature to go? If in-vehicle audio trends continue the way they are, it’s very possible. … [Read more...] about Traditional Car Radios, RIP?
Cringe at this Velvet Porsche Panamera
Oh no, I think we've stumbled upon a horrendous trend... First, a couple of Russians upholstered the body of their Porsche 924 in orange chenille tufting. Then, US automotive carpet company ACC sponsored a van with diamond pleats on the exterior. Showing them both up, American rapper The Game had the outside of his Ferrari F430 trimmed in leather. Now, a British man with … [Read more...] about Cringe at this Velvet Porsche Panamera
NBM Introduces New Industry Trade Show
National Business Media Inc. (NBM) – parent company to both Restyling and Hotrod & Restoration magazines – has announced its intention to launch a new trade show that will include products and services of interest to auto upholsterers and restylers. … [Read more...] about NBM Introduces New Industry Trade Show
Ward’s Picks Best Interiors of 2013
WardsAuto has announced its picks for the 10 best OEM interiors of 2013. This year's winners – which largely consist of Asian brands – will be recognized during a special ceremony at next month's WardsAuto Interiors Conference. … [Read more...] about Ward’s Picks Best Interiors of 2013
Beware of Meth-Contaminated Car Interiors
Remember the “world’s most disgusting car interior” that we profiled in May of 2012? Soaked in methamphetamines and a drug dealer’s blood, it was literally a biohazard. Well, don’t be surprised if a car comes to your shop in similar condition. According to the NY Daily News, mobile meth labs are a growing trend. … [Read more...] about Beware of Meth-Contaminated Car Interiors
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