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Concours of Elegance 2014 - PHOTOS

2014-10-03T09:47:05Z

In September, AUTOSTOP LEATHER joined forces with Connolly Leather at the prestigious Concours of Elegance, the leading international historic motoring event.

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In its third year, the event took place in the stunning Hampton Court Palace and brought together more than 60 of the world's rarest cars that thrilled even the most passionate car collectors.

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(All cars ranged from 1896 to present day)

Geneva Motor Show 2014 - PHOTOS

2013-03-18T09:12:29Z

Once again this year, we proudly showcased at the 84th Motor Show 2014 how our innovation continues to meet elegance in designing prototypes for Toyota Yaris Hybrid and Chrysler Jeep Rubicon among other vehicle manufacturers.

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Geneva Motor Show 2013 - PHOTOS

2013-03-17T09:12:29Z

The 83rd Motor Show 2013 took place in Palexpo Geneva on the 7th-17th March 2013 and many vehicle manufacturers chose once again AUTOSTOP LEATHER to produce their fine leather interiors for the fair.

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Automotive Interiors EXPO 2012 Stuttgart

2012-05-17T13:51:06Z

In June 12th-14th 2012, AUTOSTOP LEATHER participated at the Automotive Interiors EXPO 2012 in Stuttgart with the stand A5205 in Hall 3, showcasing to our visitors our innovative interior designs.

Download Company Presentation HERE

EXPO 2012 Site LINK

MS DESIGN by AUTOSTOP

2011-10-25T18:11:03Z

AUTOSTOP' s partnership with MS Design GmbH was the stepping stone to innovative ideas in the designing of high-end car interiors for models such as Fiat 500, Grande Punto, Bravo & Abarth Line as well as for VW Golf & Polo, Toyota Auris, Seat Ibiza and Ford Focus Titanium.

The collaboration of MS Design GmbH's exterior and interior enhancements with AUTOSTOP' s expertise in the innovative design of premium leather interiors brought into life the Sporty.

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IAA 2011 Frankfurt - PHOTOS

2011-09-15T17:54:52Z

In September 15th-25th 2011, AUTOSTOP LEATHER was once again present showcasing its finest interior designs at the Internationale Automobil Ausstellung 2011 event in Frankfurt, the biggest international motor show in Europe.

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Company Outlines

2011-09-17T10:49:09Z

The following pages illustrate our finest designs, techniques and services that qualify AUTOSTOP LEATHER with the highest certifications in the automotive industy. For more information on how we can provide you premium and tailor-made interiors, you can reach us here.

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See our colour configurator here:

FORD Q1 AWARD to AUTOSTOP

2011-09-15T17:42:37Z

May 16, 2011 - Attika, Athens: A huge success for AUTOSTOP. Ford Motor Werke awarded the company the Q1 Supplier Award during their official visit to the factory in Gerakas - Greece.

Ford Motor Werke representatives have congratulated the staff and management of AUTOSTOP for their commitment in providing high-end products and for their efforts to develop and improve the factory's operations.

The CEO & President Panayiotis Pitsikos stated: "AUTOSTOP is the sole Ford Motor leather interiors manufacturer receiving this award".

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Mass Interior Customisation and Individuality

2011-05-05T19:02:54Z

Today everyone wants to own a vehicle that is different, unique, custom-made and special. Individuality is the trendy word that has caused many original equipment manufacturers to be concerned about how to mass-produce customised products. This is where AUTOSTOP LEATHER comes into the picture.

Over the past few years, the company has found solutions to the many challenges that arise from trying to mass-produce customised vehicle interiors. The target is to be able to produce “from one to one million” units by keeping all related development and set-up costs at a minimum. The following steps are important in order to achieve such a target:

Style and Design

Develop the basic model by using the same fixation points and safety characteristics with OE seat (e.g. airbag, ISOFIX, etc.)
Create variations on the surface of the basic model with different cutting lines, colors, stitching, and material combinations
Perform all required testing

Volumes and Cost

Select each specific variation according to country
Agree on average volume per country and determine cost that will be acceptable

Capacity Production and Flexibility

Use CNC cutters for all materials with no tooling costs
Laminate the leather in order to solve many design and engineering issues
Use small sewing teams that can be more flexible

Lead Time

Short lead time for the purpose of market time demand
For existing models, target of 30 days from kickoff
For new models, target with a maximum of 180 days

Specifications

Use carry-over materials from OE seat production in order not to change specifications and to save time and money

Installations

Have the capability to install at both in-line production factories and post-vehicle production facilities or PDI’s

Twenty years of Success

2011-05-05T19:01:47Z

AUTOSTOP LEATHER has more than twenty years of experience in the production of automotive interiors. Always focused on customer satisfaction, we are proud to continue producing leather interiors in premium quality, meeting even the most demanding requirements. Today, we continue to be innovative in our designs, with over 2,500 patterns, supplying high-end automotive interiors, with our area of expertise rapidly expanding to the transportation, aviation and marine industries.

In January 2014, we celebrated 20 years of successful cooperation between Connolly Leather and AUTOSTOP LEATHER.

Our CEO Panayiotis Pitsikos with Jonathan Connolly

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