The Advantages of Customising Your Car Interior
If you’re a car enthusiast, you know there’s nothing quite like owning and driving a modified vehicle, and the benefits of customising your car’s interior are numerous. From improved comfort to increased aesthetics, personalisation can make the driving experience more enjoyable and practical. Here are six advantages of customising your interior: Freedom of Preference First, […]
Enthusiast events
Summernats 36. Prior to the much publicised events of Saturday afternoon, stories on most main-stream-media mostly focused on mullets and bad fashion. The picture MSM likes to paint of car enthusiasts is that we’re all mindless bogans, antisocial at best. But come Saturday afternoon, they had a different story to tell. That story lent some […]
Car interior mould
For a predicted dry summer thanks to apparent El Niño events, we’ve sure had a lot of rainfall in Queensland in the past 6 weeks. Whether you are excited about the rain or longing for a dry spell, you need to prepare for the moisture ahead. Rain increasing the already high humidity we have at […]
War and the Rise of the Aftermarket
Revving Up After WWII: The Rise of Hot Rodding As repeated many times throughout history where terrible situations have fostered ingenuity and progress, so too did WW2 spur on the automotive aftermarket. On this day 81 years ago, the Japanese attacked the US Navy Fleet at Pearl Harbor, bringing the US into the war. Sparking […]
Leather’s sustainability and ethics
Sustainability and ethics In today’s ultra-connected, ultra-” informed” world, catchphrases and “movements” are everywhere we turn. For the top handful of causes, few have the same reach, impact, or divisiveness as climate change. In the automotive industry, the push towards more environmentally friendly products has been obvious and enforced for some time. One relatively recent […]
Types of Vegan Leather
Vegan leather is a rather loose, marketing term that seems to be trending right now. There are many types of vegan leather, which covers any leather-like material with no animal hide in its makeup. It is also called artificial leather, faux leather, leatherette, or pleather depending on what the marketing departments think will sound best. […]
Caring for your leather interior
Leather car interiors add a touch of luxury to any vehicle and can last for many years with proper care. Whether you have a new or an older interior, maintaining your leather seats and upholstery can ensure they look great for the long haul. This post will cover some ways of caring for your leather […]
Choosing the Right Leather for Your Car’s Retrim
So you’ve made up your mind and decided that you definitely want leather for your upcoming retrim. When it comes to retrimming your car’s interior, leather is a popular and luxurious choice. However, not all leather is created equal, and understanding the differences is crucial for choosing the right leather for your car’s retrim. In […]
Evolution of automotive carpets
Carpeting in cars serves multiple purposes, providing comfort, sound absorption, and a polished appearance. While the differences between carpets may seem negligible at first glance, understanding the various options available can help you make an informed decision. Let’s explore the evolution of automotive carpets and examine the variations in materials and manufacturing techniques. A Historical […]
Stay Cool in Your Car: Battling Heat in a Warm Climate
Stay Cool in Your Car Cars in warmer climates pose a challenge when it comes to staying cool and looking stylish. The interior environment can be notoriously difficult, with various surface finishes within tight confines, all encased in a sleek metal and glass shell. Cooling down a car is far more challenging than warming it […]