We’ve all used vinyl with simulated carbon-fiber patterns on the face, but Lamborghini recently developed and patented the real thing. CarbonSkin, a new carbon-composite material that’s both lightweight and pliable, debuts for the first time in the Aventador J roadster. … [Read more...] about Lamborghini Debuts Carbon-Fiber Fabric
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Ford Sets Off Mustang with Recaro Seats
When Ford’s engineers were designing the cabin for the 2013 Mustang Boss and Shelby Cobra GT500, they knew their GT bucket seats wouldn’t cut it. So they called upon legendary seating manufacturer Recaro for help. … [Read more...] about Ford Sets Off Mustang with Recaro Seats
The Ford Mustang Hardtop Convertible
Speaking of convertibles, have you seen the 2011 Ford Mustang hardtop convertible that Galpin Auto Sports (GAS) created? If you recall, GAS is the company that pioneered the conversion van in the 1960s, and later replaced West Coast Customs on the hit MTV show Pimp My Ride. … [Read more...] about The Ford Mustang Hardtop Convertible
Crafting Super Luxury Car Interiors
I used to think that paying upwards of $300K for an automobile was outrageous – that is until I had the opportunity to test-drive a Rolls-Royce Phantom and see for myself what all the fuss is about. That experience showed me that when it comes to car interiors, you really do get what you pay for. … [Read more...] about Crafting Super Luxury Car Interiors
Vehicle Dashboards as Modern Art
As automakers continue to push the boundaries of interior design, it's not surprising to see the public transition from viewing the cabin as just another place to sit to a form of modern art. And why not? Most already view vehicle exteriors in this way. Pop culture magazine Out of Order recently took a look at these emerging masterpieces – focusing specifically on the … [Read more...] about Vehicle Dashboards as Modern Art
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