Sick of stanky car seats? Johnson Controls, one of the world’s largest suppliers of vehicle interiors, has developed a coating it applies to auto upholstery that renders it anti-odor, anti-stain, anti-microbial, anti-static and water resistant. No, it's not shellac. … [Read more...] about Is FreshPer4mance the Best Fabric Coating?
Concepts & Designs
Johnson Controls Unveils its ID15 Concept
Johnson Controls, one of the world’s largest suppliers of vehicle interiors, unveiled its Innovation Demonstrator "ID15" concept interior at this week's North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan — bringing to life many of the design ideas automotive engineers have suggested could one day be featured in the cabins of autonomous vehicles. … [Read more...] about Johnson Controls Unveils its ID15 Concept
Design Studio: High-Back Bucket Seat
Need to design and upholster a high-back bucket seat for a client? No problem. We’ve just added an illustration of one to The Hog Ring Design Studio — where you can download it for free! … [Read more...] about Design Studio: High-Back Bucket Seat
Photo: GAC Motor Aquarium Console
Trimming car interiors in salmon leather is so passé. The coolest cars feature live fish swimming about — or at least that's what Chinese automaker GAC Motor believes. Their latest creation, the WitStar Concept, comes equipped with a full-size aquarium built into its rear seat armrest/center console. … [Read more...] about Photo: GAC Motor Aquarium Console
Mercedes Debuts the Future of Car Interiors
The Internet is ablaze with news of Mercedes-Benz's new autonomous car, the F015 Luxury in Motion — especially its interior, which looks more like a living room than a traditional vehicle cabin. Of course, if you've been following The Hog Ring, you already know what the inside of most self-driving concept cars look like. However, it's still cool too see one up close. … [Read more...] about Mercedes Debuts the Future of Car Interiors
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