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Archives for February 2011

Street Rodder Features DIY Door Panels

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I just picked up the latest issue of Street Rodder Magazine and found a great article about building custom door panels with Tony Arme of Hot Rods by Dean using products provided by Hagan Street Rod Necessities. Pete Hagan, renowned street rod designer and owner of Hagan Street Rods, has created a simplified formula for designing door panels. He has introduced a line of … [Read more...] about Street Rodder Features DIY Door Panels

Report: Demand Rising for Custom Interiors

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According to a February 2011 trend report published by Izmocars.com, an e-solutions provider for auto dealerships, the number of car buyers interested in customizing their vehicles' interiors is on the rise. The report, titled "2010 Auto Accessories Sales," is based on sales data from 140 dealerships, representing 13 brands and five regions across 30 states. While only … [Read more...] about Report: Demand Rising for Custom Interiors

Auto Trim Seminars & Trade Shows

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The field of auto upholstery is ever changing - with new innovations, products and business opportunities presented every day. To effectively compete (and hopefully thrive), we need to keep our knowledge and skills up to date. The best way to do so is to attend industry seminars and trade shows - two of which are coming up next month. Even if you believe that your skills are up … [Read more...] about Auto Trim Seminars & Trade Shows