Inside the story of a car tailor<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Ago, filo, pelle (Needle, thread, leather): the materials and tools seen in expert hands on the book\u2019s cover photo also form the title of this volume, which tells the story of Francesco Gavina\u2014one of the truest tailor artisans in the world of automotive. His name may not be widely known to the public, but it is well respected and appreciated within the inner circle of four-wheeled creativity. Written by Fulvia Fatma Valenzano Pasta, who has skillfully translated Gavina\u2019s vivid oral storytelling into a written narrative to celebrate his 90th birthday, this is not an encyclopedic volume but a compact, 124-page book that foremost recounts the life of a man and a family. A story that did not begin in the car world, but which ultimately found its greatest expression there.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Commissioned by Pierfranco Gavina, Francesco\u2019s son and successor at the helm of Salt Gavina, the book explores the roots of the family\u2019s artisanal tradition, the founder\u2019s early experience in coachbuilding, and the expertise refined over the years in creating special trims, upholsteries and interiors\u2014often one-offs\u2014for dream cars, prototypes, and concept vehicles.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"Book](\"https:\/\/autodesignmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2025260502_GavinaSaltBook-1.jpg\")
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