Ford Motor Company is famous for the many strange ways it tests the quality of its car interiors. Case in point, check out this video showcasing its "rollercoaster test," which measures how much g-force drinks placed in its cup holders can withstand before toppling over. … [Read more...] about Ford’s Super Extreme Cup Holder Test
Snapshots from Haartz’s Storied Past
The Haartz Corporation is the automotive industry’s leading manufacturer of convertible top fabric, covering nearly every open-air vehicle from the Ford Mustang to Lamborghini Aventador. … [Read more...] about Snapshots from Haartz’s Storied Past
Say Goodbye to the Steering Wheel
If you still don't know how to wrap a steering wheel, don't bother. Ford Motor Company was just granted a patent for a removable steering wheel, pushing the automotive industry closer to the goal of manufacturing self-driving cars without manual controls. … [Read more...] about Say Goodbye to the Steering Wheel
Find a Job in Auto Upholstery
Are you an out-of-work auto trimmer? Fear not. We scoured the internet for the latest employment opportunities in the craft of auto upholstery and posted them on our jobs page. Best of all, we’ll continue to do so – so check back often! … [Read more...] about Find a Job in Auto Upholstery
Porsche Has to Buy Everyone Sunglasses
The reason most automakers equip their vehicles with black dashboards is to prevent glare, which could be dangerous to drivers. Porsche decided to buck this trend in 2007 - 2016, and is now paying for that decision in a really strange way. … [Read more...] about Porsche Has to Buy Everyone Sunglasses
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