Though auto upholsterers work in an industry of aesthetics, we sometimes allow our shops to get messy. Sloppiness around the shop, however, can affect our businesses in ways that we may have never imagined. Jay Conrad Levinson describes this in his book Guerrilla Marketing Weapons: 100 affordable marketing methods for maximizing profits from your small business. … [Read more...] about Is a Messy Shop Costing You Money?
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The 13 Most Dangerous Car Interiors
Even with anti-lock brakes, traction control and front and side airbags, cars aren’t safe. But there was a time when they were even more dangerous – and their interiors were largely to blame. Popular Mechanics has put together a list of "The 13 Most Dangerous Car Interiors in History". Why some cars made the list may shock you. … [Read more...] about The 13 Most Dangerous Car Interiors
Auto Aftermarket To Continue Growing
If your auto upholstery shop experienced an increase in sales related to aftermarket products and services last year, you can expect it to continue to grow. According to the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), 2012’s growth will match 2011’s growth of 4.1 percent. … [Read more...] about Auto Aftermarket To Continue Growing
Phil Anderson Wins Kretzer Shears
Congratulations to Phillip of Anderson Custom Interiors in Clarksburg, West Virginia for winning The Hog Ring‘s contest for “Comment of the Week“. Phillip takes home this week’s prize: top-of-the-line Kretzer shears! … [Read more...] about Phil Anderson Wins Kretzer Shears
Cash in on Customers’ Tax Refunds
American auto upholstery shops not planning any sales or promotions for Tax Day may want to reconsider. A recent survey commissioned by eBay Motors found that more than one-third of vehicle owners anticipating tax refunds plan on spending a portion of that money on products or services related to cars, trucks or motorcycles. … [Read more...] about Cash in on Customers’ Tax Refunds
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