Surely, every auto upholstery professional that repairs and restores classic cars has at some point done business with Restoration Parts Unlimited, Inc. (RPUI) — the parent company of seven automotive restoration brands, including two major players in the upholstery industry: Parts Unlimited Interiors (PUI) and Corvette America. Interested in RPUI’s products, as well as its … [Read more...] about Talking Shop: Restoration Parts Unlimited
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Dan Miller on Upholstering the VLF Force 1
The VLF Force 1 — an all-American supercar developed by former General Motors Vice Chairman Bob Lutz, entrepreneur and manufacturer Gilbert Villarreal and world-renowned automotive designer Henrik Fisker — debuted to critical acclaim at last month’s Detroit Auto Show. Enthusiasts were especially captivated by its handcrafted leather interior that was completed by master trimmer … [Read more...] about Dan Miller on Upholstering the VLF Force 1
The Strange Ways Ford Tests its Interiors
Audi made headlines last year with news that it employs a special "Nose Team" to test the scent of every fabric and material that goes inside its cars. However, it’s hardly the first automaker to rely on strange tests to measure and evaluate some aspect of its interiors. In fact, Ford Motor Company just revealed that it too engages in such experiments. … [Read more...] about The Strange Ways Ford Tests its Interiors
How Molded Vehicle Carpets are Made
Have you ever wondered how automotive carpet is molded to fit onto a vehicle’s floorboard so perfectly? Well then check out these two videos that show step-by-step how it’s done! … [Read more...] about How Molded Vehicle Carpets are Made
‘Stitched’ Episode 1: Door Panel Restoration
The first episode of "Stitched," an all-new web series by Carl Austman of Revive Upholstery in Langley, British Columbia, is here — and it’s awesome! … [Read more...] about ‘Stitched’ Episode 1: Door Panel Restoration
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