Most people use the terms "sunroof" and "moonroof" interchangeably, but they're technically not the same thing. Do you know the difference? … [Read more...] about A ‘Sunroof’ and ‘Moonroof’ are Not the Same
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How Did Katzkin Get its Company Name?
Ever wonder how Katzkin, manufacturer of leather seat covers, got its company name? … [Read more...] about How Did Katzkin Get its Company Name?
Ford Changes ‘Glove Box’ to ‘Phone Box’
Nearly 40% of British drivers don’t know that their car's glove box was originally intended to store driving gloves, according to Ford Motor Company. … [Read more...] about Ford Changes ‘Glove Box’ to ‘Phone Box’
Why Do We Call It a ‘Rumble Seat’?
Auto upholstery shops that work on a lot of antique cars know that a "rumble seat" is a reverse trunk lid that opens to reveal a hidden bench seat in many old-school roadsters. But how many know where the term comes from? … [Read more...] about Why Do We Call It a ‘Rumble Seat’?
Why Do We Call It a ‘Jump Seat’?
We've all seen, repaired and even sat in a vehicle's "jump seat." But have you ever wondered where the term comes from? We did some digging to find out. … [Read more...] about Why Do We Call It a ‘Jump Seat’?
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