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How Fuel Economy Affects Drop Top Sales

August 27, 2015 By Nadeem

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Despite some recent positive developments, demand for convertible cars has been on a steady decline for more than a decade. The reasons for the drop are many, but a recent report on National Public Radio (NPR) says tougher fuel economy standards are making it even worse. … [Read more...] about How Fuel Economy Affects Drop Top Sales

How the Economy Affects Car Interiors

February 2, 2015 By Nadeem

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National Public Radio (NPR), which plays all day long in our auto upholstery shop, recently aired a fascinating report titled: "What fluctuations in currency mean for car interiors." You should give it a listen. … [Read more...] about How the Economy Affects Car Interiors

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