Vulcaflex S.p.A., an Italian manufacturer of synthetic leather used in the automotive industry, is investing $70 million in Auburn, Alabama, to build its first U.S. production facility and create 130 new jobs. … [Read more...] about Italian Auto Interior Supplier Bringing 130 Jobs to Alabama
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BMW and Volkswagen Are Looking at a Leather Alternative Made From Kiwifruit
A New Zealand company called Materially Kiwi says it's in discussions with BMW and Volkswagen about using a plant-based material made from discarded kiwifruit in future vehicle interiors. … [Read more...] about BMW and Volkswagen Are Looking at a Leather Alternative Made From Kiwifruit
Keyston Bros Brings the Distressed Leather Look to It’s New Vinyl Collection
Keyston Bros is leaning into the enduring appeal of distressed leather with the launch of its new Showdown II vinyl collection. Designed to capture the depth, texture, and broken-in character people love about aged hides, this line delivers that rustic look in a durable, easy-to-maintain upholstery vinyl. … [Read more...] about Keyston Bros Brings the Distressed Leather Look to It’s New Vinyl Collection
Leather or Not, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Still Costs the Same
For the first time in Mercedes-Benz history, you can order an S-Class with or without leather — and it costs the same. … [Read more...] about Leather or Not, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Still Costs the Same
This Beer and Whiskey Byproduct Could Become the Next Upholstery Material
You can’t drink and drive, but soon you’ll be able to drive your drink… well, sort of. … [Read more...] about This Beer and Whiskey Byproduct Could Become the Next Upholstery Material
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