After a decade of teetering on the brink of extinction, the market for convertible cars is finally starting to show signs of new life. American automakers aren't necessarily making more drop tops, but demand for them is increasing. This, of course, is great news for auto upholstery shops which depend on their repairs to make ends meet. … [Read more...] about U.S. Convertible Sales Stage a Comeback
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Is Your Shop Missing Out on Product Sales?
If you've ever considered supplementing your auto upholstery shop's service income with product sales, now is the time to start. According to the 2013 SEMA Annual Market Report, sales of automotive aftermarket products reached $31 billion dollars last year – a four percent increase over 2011. … [Read more...] about Is Your Shop Missing Out on Product Sales?
Renault Has Disposable Zip-Off Upholstery
Ask any furniture upholstery repair shop and you're sure to hear the same thing: The cheaper it gets for folks to buy replacement sofas and dining seats, the less business they see. Until now, auto upholsterers have been relatively protected from such wasteful, throw-away consumerism. But that may soon change – as French automaker Renault is slated to release a car this … [Read more...] about Renault Has Disposable Zip-Off Upholstery
Traditional Car Radios, RIP?
Car ashtrays and front bench seats fell into gradual extinction. Will traditional car radios be the next interior feature to go? If in-vehicle audio trends continue the way they are, it’s very possible. … [Read more...] about Traditional Car Radios, RIP?
Tax Refunds Spell More Business for Shops
If you're not planning any sales or promotions to take advantage of US customers' tax refunds, maybe you should. According to a study conducted by eBay Motors, one-third of consumers expecting cash back from the federal government plan on spending at least 35% of it on a new car or repair. … [Read more...] about Tax Refunds Spell More Business for Shops
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