Interior

The inside of a car has to look— and feel— good. We discuss the interior and upholstery industries through regular columns, tech articles and product updates. If it goes on the inside of a car, you can find information on it here.

HRR Trade Show's New Interior Fab Workshop

Posted By Ashley Smissen , January 14, 2010

The Interior Fabrication Workshop will be offered on Saturday of the HRR Trade Show from 10 a.m to 1 p.m.

The Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show has introduced a new event for its 2010 schedule. This year, Mobile Solutions will be hosting an Interior Fabrication Workshop, designed to teach important skills such as advanced fabrication and router techniques. This four-hour intensive workshop is not only free but open to all HRR Trade Show Attendees.

Juliano’s Newest Top Insert Kit

Posted By Ashley Smissen , December 23, 2009

Juliano's also offers an instructional installation DVD to aid installers with this product.

Juliano’s soft top insert kits are available for both coupes and sedans, with special oversize kits also available. The insert kit can be used for any original car, as well as Brookville’s steel three-window coupe, and any solid-roof fiberglass body to simulate a soft insert.

DLT Corp. Acquires Ohio Valley Upholstery

Posted By Devlin Smith , December 22, 2009

Full-service upholstery distributor DLT Corp. has acquired Ohio Valley Upholstery Supply, company president Andrew Kahn has announced in a letter posted on DLT’s website. The company, which was founded in Ownensboro, Kentucky in 1947, will now be known as DLT– Ohio Valley.

First Generation Camaro Inner Trunk Lid Cover

Posted By Ashley Smissen , December 10, 2009

The new trunk lid covers from Moody's Upholstery are designed to be ready to mount right out of the box.

Moody’s Upholstery is now offering “The Perfect Fit” inner trunk lid covers for custom or stock 1967-1969 Camaros or Firebirds.

Photo Gallery: Unique Shifter Knobs

Posted By Ashley Smissen , December 9, 2009

We’ve collected just a few of the unique shift knobs offered by some of your favorite manufacturers. From skulls to 8-balls to flame balls, companies such as CON2R, Gennie Shift and Lokar have many options to customize the interior of a car.

Interior Insights: Fixing Other Shops' Mistakes

Posted By Greg Basich , November 25, 2009

It’s all too common in the auto trim and upholstery market, as well as in the hot rod and restoration market, to have customers come in with cars that had work done on them by a less-than-competent craftsman.

Interior Insights: Finding Quality Auto Trimmers

Posted By Greg Basich , October 19, 2009

One major issue that has plagued the auto upholstery business for decades is the difficulty in finding skilled employees.

Offering a Maintenance Plan Means Revenue and Repeat Customers

Posted By Greg Basich , August 13, 2009

Convertible top work is a mainstay for many auto trim businesses, due to the fact that pretty much only auto trim shops have the know-how to replace tops.

Auto Trimmer Acts as “Project Broker” for Customers

Posted By Greg Basich , June 29, 2009

I recently spoke with Russell Stare, the owner of ProStitch Auto Interiors & Upholstery in Taylorville, Illinois about an interesting business idea he recently implemented.

TMI Products: 1965-1973 Mustang Center Console

Posted By Ashley Smissen , April 1, 2009

These consoles come in a wide selection of stock-style materials and colors or exclusive custom fabrics and tones. They can be installed using “hook and loop” straps and will fit directly over the transmission tunnel or OEM factory console.