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Everything We Covered in August 2024

September 1, 2024 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Monthly Wrap Up - May 2018

We had a busy month on The Hog Ring. We covered industry news, highlighted jaw-dropping interiors and more. Here’s a look back at August 2024.

Catch SOS Customz and Keyston on Netflix!

Anyone else binge watch automotive shows after a long day of work? If so, check out “Resurrected Rides.”

Trimmer Stennis Garrard Jr. Dies at 73

Trimmer Stennis Garrard, Jr. of Terry, Mississippi, has died at age 73.

6 Ways Auto Trimmers Can Stay Cool in a Heat Wave

Cities across the U.S. are currently experiencing a relentless heatwave. Here’s how to say cool.

Trimmer Norma Fay Kelley Dies at 71

Trimmer Norma Fay Kelley of Georgetown, Tennessee, has died at age 71.

Dave Kindig is Hosting a Design Session at MasterTech Expo!

Automotive designer Dave Kindig is hosting a design session at the 2025 MasterTech Expo.

Nominate Yourself for SEMA’s Visionary 8

SEMA has replaced its annual “35 Under 35” list with a new honor called “Visionary 8.”

Trimmer Normand Noah Michaud Dies at 83

Trimmer Normand Noah Michaud of Portland, Maine, has died at age 83.

JD Power Report Finds Headrests Kinda Suck

JD Power’s U.S. Seat Quality and Satisfaction Study has found that people hate their headrests.

Free Webinar: How to Digitize Your Business

SEMA is hosting a free webinar titled: “A Guide to Digitizing Your Operations for Success.”

Nissan Paint Tech Keeps Interiors Cool

The worst thing about summertime cruising is burning your ass on a hot vinyl or leather car seat, right?

Volkswagen Wants to Upholster Cars in Hemp Leather

Volkswagen is engineering a new faux leather that would be right at home in the Love Machine.

Order Your NC UNC Peter Pesansky Shirt!

Show your support for the industry’s first football star and support a worthwhile cause at the same time.

Ford and Mazda Issue ‘Do Not Drive’ Alerts for 457,000 Cars

Ford and Mazda have issued “Do Not Drive” alerts for more than 457,000 vehicles.

The Skoda Elroq is Trimmed in Recycled Clothes

The all-new Skoda Elroq features an interior cabin trimmed in sustainable materials.

Wanna Join Leather Naturally’s Management Board?

Leather Naturally is accepting nominations for its Management Board.

That’s not all! Visit our Facebook 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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