Auto trimmers and restylers shouldn’t be surprised to learn that the number one selling aftermarket product for trucks in the tonneau cover — as many of us repair or install them on a regular basis. But how many of us ever stopped to wonder where the term comes from and why we use it? Being the nerd that I am, I decided to find out, and was amazed by what I learned. … [Read more...] about Why Do We Call It a ‘Tonneau Cover’?
Industry History
An Old School Spin on Bucket Seats
Between 1973-1977 General Motors put a spin on traditional automotive seating when it outfitted several of its models — including the Monte Carlo, Chevelle, Cutlass and Laguna — with swivel bucket seats, which utilized a unique track system that allowed front buck seats to not only slide forwards and back, but also turn towards the outside of a vehicle to assist passengers with … [Read more...] about An Old School Spin on Bucket Seats
When Door Panels Were Luxury Items
Forget about expensive cup holders, perfuming systems and even vibrating car seats. Believe it or not, at one time a feature as simple as a door panel was considered a luxury item. And when automakers started making them standard, well that was a big deal. … [Read more...] about When Door Panels Were Luxury Items
Why Do We Call It a ‘Landau Top’?
In the craft of auto upholstery, we often use the term "landau top" to refer to a vehicle's simulated convertible top. But how many of us ever stopped to wonder where the term comes from and why it's used? … [Read more...] about Why Do We Call It a ‘Landau Top’?
Cougar Once Rocked a Houndstooth Top
Did you know that in 1970 Mercury offered an optional houndstooth vinyl top for the Cougar? … [Read more...] about Cougar Once Rocked a Houndstooth Top
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