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Monthly Wrap Up: July 2020

July 31, 2020 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Monthly Wrap Up - July 2020

What an exciting month! We profiled new trimmers, highlighted exciting projects, covered the latest coronavirus-related news and more! Here’s a look back at July 2020.

Free Coronavirus Signs to Hang in Your Shop

Does your auto upholstery shop need professional-looking coronavirus signs? Then download these FREE signs.

How Shops Can Survive the Economic Downturn

The last time the auto industry took an economic hit this hard was the Great Recession of 2008.

How Will 5G Networks Impact Car Interiors

With the introduction of 5G technology, auto interiors are expected to become more connected than ever before.

Deadline Extended for Forgivable Coronavirus Loans

The deadline to apply for a forgivable loan through the government’s “Paycheck Protection Program” has been extended.

Slip N’ Slide was Invented by an Upholsterer

With summer in full swing, kids are keeping cool with Slip ‘N Slide. But did you know an upholster created the first one?

Auto Shops Claim Up to $2 Billion in Coronavirus Loans

Auto shops received between $1.25 billion and $2.06 billion in loans from the Payment Protection Program.

Recovery Room Nailed this Bench Seat Design

Tired of the same old, boring bench seat design? Then check out this bad ass by Recovery Room Hot Rod Interiors.

Now You Can Wear a Porsche on Your Wrist

What do you buy a Porsche 911 owner that already has everything he could possibly want? A wrist watch to match his car… duh.

Study Shows Convertible Cars Aren’t What You Think

Convertible cars have come a long way. Yes, in terms of quality and design, but also in lots of other important ways.

Trimmer Ronald Eugene Smith Dies at 81

Trimmer Ronald Eugene Smith, Sr. of Youngstown, Ohio, has died at age 81.

Auto Upholstery Jobs and Apprenticeships

We scoured the internet for the latest auto upholstery jobs and apprenticeships and posted them on our jobs page.

Meet New Trimmer Rebecka Pettersson

In the auto industry, there are few schools that teach upholstery in any substantive way. Sweden’s Sadelmakeriskolan is among the best.

Boxmark Leather to Lay Off 350 Workers

Boxmark Leather has announced that it’s laying off 350 workers due to plummeting sales caused by the coronavirus.

Electron Top is Celebrating America!

Check out the July 2020 issue of Electron Top’s newsletter “Keep in Touch!” for some patriotic reading, as well as details on new products.

SEMA Show Announces Coronavirus Safety Measures

SEMA is implementing several measures to ensure the health and safety of exhibitors and attendees at the 2020 SEMA Show.

Does Your Shop Sign Follow the 45 mph Rule?

The most important and effective marketing tool that any small business can invest in is a good sign.

Webinars to Help You Reopen Your Shop

To help businesses “reopen with confidence,” SEMA is hosting a series of webinars that every shop owner should watch.

Check Out Bentley’s 3D Wood Door Panels

Bentley Motors just introduced the world’s first three-dimensional wood door panels for the Flying Spur, and they look incredible.

Porsche’s Top 5 Fancy Seat Patterns

If you’ve ever sat in a Porsche, chances are you remember the seats. That’s because the automaker takes its upholstery seriously.

That’s not all! Visit our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages to see what other trimmers are up to. You can also join in the latest industry discussions by registering for our Auto Upholstery Forum. And don’t forget to subscribe to our FREE newsletter!

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