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Why is it called DAP Weldwood Adhesive?

September 8, 2023 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Why is it called DAP Weldwood Adhesive

Have you ever wondered why auto upholstery shops use an adhesive called "Weldwood" to bond non-wooden materials? … [Read more...] about Why is it called DAP Weldwood Adhesive?

The WW2 Effort to Make Clothes from Auto Upholstery

September 6, 2023 By Nadeem

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Did you know that during World War II American mothers made children's clothing out of discarded car upholstery? … [Read more...] about The WW2 Effort to Make Clothes from Auto Upholstery

Vegan Leather Has Been Around Since the Ford Model T

August 23, 2023 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Vegan Leather Has Been Around since the Ford Model T

MotorTrend just published what is possibly the best article breaking down the ridiculousness of the "vegan leather" craze — which is anything but new. … [Read more...] about Vegan Leather Has Been Around Since the Ford Model T

Where Rolls-Royce Got the Idea for the Starlight Headliner

February 23, 2023 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Rolls-Royce Got the Idea for the Starlight Headliner

Rolls-Royce's starlight headliner is arguably the greatest innovation to happen to modern headliners since the power sunroof. But how did the luxury automaker come up with the idea? … [Read more...] about Where Rolls-Royce Got the Idea for the Starlight Headliner

The C4 Corvette’s Cool Seat Belt Feature

January 11, 2022 By Nadeem

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The Chevy C4 Corvette had a really cool seat belt feature that most cars never adopted. … [Read more...] about The C4 Corvette’s Cool Seat Belt Feature

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