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Johnson Controls Unveils its ID15 Concept

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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

Mercedes Debuts the Future of Car Interiors

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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

Design Studio: Racing Style Bucket Seats

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Once strictly a product of the aftermarket, racing seats have become so popular that automakers are installing them in production vehicles. But as cool as they are, racing seats present certain challenges to auto upholsterers — which is why it’s always a good idea to sketch out a game plan before making a single stitch. To help you do just that, we’ve added a racing-style … [Read more...] about Design Studio: Racing Style Bucket Seats