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
Industry Trends & Reports
China Battles Toxic Car Interiors
Last year, it was reported that "new car smell" – which stems from plastics and chemicals used to form car interiors – is, in fact, toxic. To combat the negative health effects associated with the smell, governments have begun enacting stricter regulations on the auto industry. The latest comes from China. … [Read more...] about China Battles Toxic Car Interiors
Does Your Upholstery Shop Measure Up?
Hotrod & Restoration Magazine has published its annual report on the automotive restoration industry – including statistics on hourly rates, revenue and busy seasons for auto upholstery shops. Take a look at the data that they’ve compiled and let us know how your business measures up. … [Read more...] about Does Your Upholstery Shop Measure Up?
GM to Differentiate Truck & SUV Interiors
According to Car and Driver, General Motors (GM) will finally stop sharing interior components among its lineup of trucks and SUVs. … [Read more...] about GM to Differentiate Truck & SUV Interiors
Chevy Honors the Craft of Auto Upholstery
Check out Chevy's teaser video for the 2014 Corvette C7. Not only is it shot in an auto upholstery shop, but Chevy proudly proclaims to honor our craft. … [Read more...] about Chevy Honors the Craft of Auto Upholstery
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