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Haartz Tops JD Power Quality Survey

July 24, 2012 By Nadeem

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Haartz Corporation, a global manufacturer of automotive interiors, recently pulled a Michael Phelps in the 2012 J.D. Power & Associates Initial Quality Survey – proving, once again, why it's the go-to company for quality convertible topping material. … [Read more...] about Haartz Tops JD Power Quality Survey

Bose Sets Its Sights on Soundproofing

May 8, 2012 By Nadeem

Hot cars and good music go hand-in-hand, so it's not surprising that auto upholstery shops often take the placement of sound technology into consideration when custom fabricating interiors – especially trunks, consoles and door panels. Often, the aim is to enhance sound quality. But if Bose has its way, we'll soon be designing interiors around technology developed to stamp-out … [Read more...] about Bose Sets Its Sights on Soundproofing

Porsche’s New Soft-Hard Top

August 31, 2011 By Nadeem

Convertibles are available in two kinds, those with folding soft tops and those with retractable hard tops – right? Not any more. The guys over at German Car Forum got their hands on a patent drawing of Porsche’s next generation 911. It shows that Porsche is developing a hybrid top that combines elements of both. … [Read more...] about Porsche’s New Soft-Hard Top

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