Remember when German automaker Opel pranked the industry by announcing it was introducing real grass upholstery? Everyone had a chuckle, but apparently not BMW — which just introduced a concept interior with living moss used as sound insulation. … [Read more...] about Photo: BMW’s Living Moss Sound Insulation
Concepts & Designs
Rinspeed Debuts an In-Car Radish Garden
Swiss automaker Rinspeed is no stranger to eco-friendly cars. But it's latest concept, Oasis, take the "go green" mantra literally with an in-cabin radish garden. … [Read more...] about Rinspeed Debuts an In-Car Radish Garden
How GMC and Buick Design Car Interiors
Most automakers agree that the most difficult element of a vehicle to design, engineer and build is its interior. Success is only achieved if it's functional, practical, safe, high-tech, attractive and comfortable for every passenger. What's more, automakers face the added challenge of forecasting drivers' preferences long in advance, as it can take years for an interior to go … [Read more...] about How GMC and Buick Design Car Interiors
Lexus Unveils New Spider Silk Upholstery
Lexus is set to debut its all-new "Kinetic Seat Concept" at the 2016 Paris Motor Show later this month, and our spidey senses are tingling! That's because the seat is upholstered in a synthetic spider silk material woven in a unique spider web-pattern. … [Read more...] about Lexus Unveils New Spider Silk Upholstery
Illustrations Help Trimmers Do Better Work
Illustrations are playing an increasingly important role in the work of auto upholstery shops, especially those that specialize in custom interiors. Though not all shops use illustrations, those that do find them to be extremely helpful in understanding what their clients want, how feasible their requests are, and what the projects will entail. … [Read more...] about Illustrations Help Trimmers Do Better Work
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