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ILM: Biomaterials Should Target Synthetics, Not Leather

May 9, 2022 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Nigeria Wants to be Your Leather Supplier

Why are makers of biomaterials, like cactus and mushroom leather, targeting the genuine leather industry instead of manufacturers of synthetic materials made, in part, with fossil fuels? … [Read more...] about ILM: Biomaterials Should Target Synthetics, Not Leather

Are Piano Black and Carbon Fiber Trim Played Out?

November 29, 2021 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Are Piano Black and Carbon Fiber Trim Played Out

Zac Palmer, a writer for Autoblog, is sick and tired of piano black and carbon fiber trim — and thinks you should be too. … [Read more...] about Are Piano Black and Carbon Fiber Trim Played Out?

Making the Case for Color Seat Belts

October 7, 2021 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Making the Case for Color Seat Belts

What do you think of cars that feature color seat belts? Cool or corny? … [Read more...] about Making the Case for Color Seat Belts

It’s Time You Rock a Red Convertible Top

July 15, 2019 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Miata Rocks a New Cherry Red Soft Top

Would you drive a car with a red convertible top? … [Read more...] about It’s Time You Rock a Red Convertible Top

An Epic Rant Against Plastic Rear Windows

March 7, 2019 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - An Epic Rant Against Plastic Rear Windows

Every so often, Jalopnik publishes an epic rant about upholstery that leaves us in stitches. Their latest target is "shitty plastic rear windows." … [Read more...] about An Epic Rant Against Plastic Rear Windows

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