By Kristopher Porter
 The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) Education Days will return to the National Street Rod Association (NSRA) Nationals in Louisville, Kentucky, August 1–2. |
The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) Education Days will return to the National Street Rod Association (NSRA) Nationals in Louisville, Kentucky, August 1–2. Twelve manufacturers in the automotive specialty-equipment industry’s hot-rod segment will give hour-long presentations on not only their product lines but also tips and tricks for your own projects and builds.
These seminars are a great opportunity for Street Rod Nationals participants and spectators to learn product and installation techniques directly from manufacturers. The sessions will take place Thursday–Friday, August 1–2, beginning at 9:15 a.m. and concluding at 4:30 p.m. These valuable sessions are open to all NSRA Nationals attendees and seats are limited, so reserve your spot in the sessions that most interest you.
The following is a sneak peek at the manufacturers and the discussion topics taking place at the 2019 event:
Detroit Speed – “Basics of Performance and Handling”
Presenters: Paul Hammond and Peter Bruschi
Vintage Air – “Basics of Performance Air Conditioning”
Presenter: Rick Love
Classic Instruments – “Achieving the Finishing Touch With Classic Instruments”
Presenters: John McLeod and Devin Butterbrodt
Ron Francis Wiring – “Wiring 101: Tips and Tricks”
Presenter: Scott Bowers
Flaming River – “Steering You in the Right Direction”
Presenter: Brett Domin
Ridetech – “New-Product Development”
Presenter: Darren Schilling
Bowler Transmissions – “Shift Into Overdrive and Enjoy Your Hot Rod”
Presenter: Mark Bowler
Wilwood Disc Brakes – “Brake System Basics”
Presenter: Carl Bush
Hushmat – “Solutions for Heat and Noise”
Presenter: Tim McCarthy
Inland Empire Driveline – “Vibrations: Causes and Cures”
Presenter: Greg Frick
Axalta – “The Cromax EZ Difference”
Presenter: Titus Cartwright
Powermaster – “Charging and Cranking for Today's Rods”
Presenter: John Babcock
For questions, contact SEMA Council Director Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690.