Raising your auto upholstery shop's prices without angering customers can be a challenge. Dealerships, for example, may resist a $30 increase in the price of headliners - especially if they've been coming to you for years and are used to paying less. However, there are way to soften the blow. … [Read more...] about Raise Prices Without Angering Customers
Why You Should Work With Competitors
Check out Rick Spence's latest article in Financial Post, "Don't Let Competition Get in the Way." It's not explicitly about the auto trim industry, but offers a compelling argument on why you should collaborate (rather than do battle) with competitors. … [Read more...] about Why You Should Work With Competitors
Apply for the SEMA Memorial Scholarship
Studying to become a professional auto trimmer, but having a hard time paying your tuition? If you're a top student, SEMA can help. The SEMA Memorial Scholarship is dedicated to fostering the next generation of industry leaders and innovators. Whether you attend a university, college or vocational/technical school, SEMA can offer you a partial scholarship to cover current … [Read more...] about Apply for the SEMA Memorial Scholarship
Rolls-Royce Seeks Apprentices
Rolls-Royce is now accepting applications for its prestigious apprenticeship program. Those accepted will have the opportunity to hone their craft under the guidance of experts from one of the world's most elite luxury automakers. Apprenticeship positions are open in Rolls-Royce's paint, wood, leather, motor vehicle, engineering and business departments. … [Read more...] about Rolls-Royce Seeks Apprentices
Funny Upholstery Repairs: Broken Knobs
Tired of rolling them up by hand, this fella converted his car windows to automatic without doing any complicated wiring. As funny as it seems, folks often employ ridiculous home remedies to fix broken door handles, replace missing knobs and other doodads and gadgets throughout their cabins. Here are a few of our favorite... … [Read more...] about Funny Upholstery Repairs: Broken Knobs
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