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Regulators Say Touchscreens Aren’t Safe. They Want to Bring Buttons Back.

March 13, 2026 By Nadeem Muaddi

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After years of touchscreens taking over dashboards, physical buttons might be making a comeback. … [Read more...] about Regulators Say Touchscreens Aren’t Safe. They Want to Bring Buttons Back.

Trimmer Edward Joseph Rustic, Sr. Dies at 86

March 12, 2026 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Trimmer Edward Joseph Rustic, Sr. Dies at 86

Trimmer Edward Joseph “Big Ed”  Rustic, Sr. of East Haven, Connecticut, has died at age 86. … [Read more...] about Trimmer Edward Joseph Rustic, Sr. Dies at 86

Bridge of Weir’s New Foam Could Redefine Premium Interiors

March 10, 2026 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Bridge of Weir's New Foam Could Redefine Premium Interiors

Seat foam isn’t exactly glamorous. Most people don’t think about what’s under their seat covers until they start falling apart. But Bridge of Weir is hoping their new foam, BioPRO, changes that. … [Read more...] about Bridge of Weir’s New Foam Could Redefine Premium Interiors

Trimmer Billy Elliott Jr. Dies at 74

March 9, 2026 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Trimmer Billy Elliott Jr. Dies at 74

Trimmer Billy R. Elliott Jr. of Hebron, Maryland, has died at age 74. … [Read more...] about Trimmer Billy Elliott Jr. Dies at 74

From Cessnas to 737s: Hydes Leather Has Aviation Interiors Covered

March 7, 2026 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - From Cessnas to 737s- Hydes Leather Has Aviation Interiors Covered

Auto upholsterers already turn to Hydes Leather for its extensive range of automotive-grade hides. But the company is also flying high in another space: aviation interiors. … [Read more...] about From Cessnas to 737s: Hydes Leather Has Aviation Interiors Covered

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