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Haartz Leads the Landau Top Market

January 16, 2019 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Haartz Leads the Landau Top Market

Most auto trimmers know about Haartz Corporation's 100+ year history of manufacturing convertible soft top materials for automakers and the aftermarket. But did you know they also make landau top fabric? … [Read more...] about Haartz Leads the Landau Top Market

Why Do We Call It a ‘Landau Top’?

January 12, 2014 By Nadeem Muaddi

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In the craft of auto upholstery, we often use the term "landau top" to refer to a vehicle's simulated convertible top. But how many of us ever stopped to wonder where the term comes from and why it's used? … [Read more...] about Why Do We Call It a ‘Landau Top’?

Photo: Chevrolet Camaro Roadster Top

December 30, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi

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Your eyes aren't playing tricks on you. That is, in fact, a late-model Chevrolet Camaro sporting a roadster top. … [Read more...] about Photo: Chevrolet Camaro Roadster Top

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