This is the revised Ram 4500 HD Chassis Cab.

The basis for tow trucks and other heavy hauling trucks, the Ram 4500 will get some cosmetic upgrades to fall in line with the latest Ram trucks.

Unlike the ’17 Power Wagon Heavy Duty trucks, the 4500 looks likely to get more of the changes made to the 1500s over the years, rather than the more aggressive Rebel. Still, the wheel arches and grille are more aggressive than in recent years. An updated interior that mimics changes to the 1500 last year is also likely.

Expect to see the Ram 4500s early in 2017.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

View our previous Spy Shots:

• 2017 F-150 Diesel “Lion” 3.0L V6
• 2018 Jeep Wrangler Confirms 6-Speed Manual
• 2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Laramie

This is the revised Ram 4500 HD Chassis Cab.

The basis for tow trucks and other heavy hauling trucks, the Ram 4500 will get some cosmetic upgrades to fall in line with the latest Ram trucks.

Unlike the ’17 Power Wagon Heavy Duty trucks, the 4500 looks likely to get more of the changes made to the 1500s over the years, rather than the more aggressive Rebel. Still, the wheel arches and grille are more aggressive than in recent years. An updated interior that mimics changes to the 1500 last year is also likely.

Expect to see the Ram 4500s early in 2017.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

View our previous Spy Shots:

• 2017 F-150 Diesel “Lion” 3.0L V6
• 2018 Jeep Wrangler Confirms 6-Speed Manual
• 2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Laramie

This is the revised Ram 4500 HD Chassis Cab.

The basis for tow trucks and other heavy hauling trucks, the Ram 4500 will get some cosmetic upgrades to fall in line with the latest Ram trucks.

Unlike the ’17 Power Wagon Heavy Duty trucks, the 4500 looks likely to get more of the changes made to the 1500s over the years, rather than the more aggressive Rebel. Still, the wheel arches and grille are more aggressive than in recent years. An updated interior that mimics changes to the 1500 last year is also likely.

Expect to see the Ram 4500s early in 2017.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

View our previous Spy Shots:

• 2017 F-150 Diesel “Lion” 3.0L V6
• 2018 Jeep Wrangler Confirms 6-Speed Manual
• 2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Laramie

This is the revised Ram 4500 HD Chassis Cab.

The basis for tow trucks and other heavy hauling trucks, the Ram 4500 will get some cosmetic upgrades to fall in line with the latest Ram trucks.

Unlike the ’17 Power Wagon Heavy Duty trucks, the 4500 looks likely to get more of the changes made to the 1500s over the years, rather than the more aggressive Rebel. Still, the wheel arches and grille are more aggressive than in recent years. An updated interior that mimics changes to the 1500 last year is also likely.

Expect to see the Ram 4500s early in 2017.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

View our previous Spy Shots:

• 2017 F-150 Diesel “Lion” 3.0L V6
• 2018 Jeep Wrangler Confirms 6-Speed Manual
• 2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Laramie

This is the revised Ram 4500 HD Chassis Cab.

The basis for tow trucks and other heavy hauling trucks, the Ram 4500 will get some cosmetic upgrades to fall in line with the latest Ram trucks.

Unlike the ’17 Power Wagon Heavy Duty trucks, the 4500 looks likely to get more of the changes made to the 1500s over the years, rather than the more aggressive Rebel. Still, the wheel arches and grille are more aggressive than in recent years. An updated interior that mimics changes to the 1500 last year is also likely.

Expect to see the Ram 4500s early in 2017.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

View our previous Spy Shots:

• 2017 F-150 Diesel “Lion” 3.0L V6
• 2018 Jeep Wrangler Confirms 6-Speed Manual
• 2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Laramie

This is the revised Ram 4500 HD Chassis Cab.

The basis for tow trucks and other heavy hauling trucks, the Ram 4500 will get some cosmetic upgrades to fall in line with the latest Ram trucks.

Unlike the ’17 Power Wagon Heavy Duty trucks, the 4500 looks likely to get more of the changes made to the 1500s over the years, rather than the more aggressive Rebel. Still, the wheel arches and grille are more aggressive than in recent years. An updated interior that mimics changes to the 1500 last year is also likely.

Expect to see the Ram 4500s early in 2017.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

View our previous Spy Shots:

• 2017 F-150 Diesel “Lion” 3.0L V6
• 2018 Jeep Wrangler Confirms 6-Speed Manual
• 2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Laramie

By Zane Clark

Educators leading the charge in promoting the automotive aftermarket may qualify for the first-ever SEMA-NACAT Education Foundation Award, which includes a prize admission to the 2016 SEMA Show and the 2017 NACAT Conference. Presented to three finalists, the award recognizes and supports top instructors who develop exemplary aftermarket curriculum, inspire student involvement and elevate the quality of future industry professionals.

“Too often these boots-on-the ground champions go unrecognized, but every day, every class, they are shaping the next generation of automotive enthusiasts and employees,” SEMA Chairman of the Board Doug Evans said in reference to instructors who foster the professional development of promising new aftermarket students.

The SEMA-NACAT Education Foundation Award is open to automotive/diesel/collision instructors who work at a high school, post-secondary or training center in the United States or Canada. Applicants must fill out an online form and submit a video showcasing the use of aftermarket products in the classroom, aftermarket curriculum development, instructional standards and student progress tracking, student community involvement and the passions that students bring to the program.

Applications are due by August 15, 2016. The top three applicants, who will be announced by September 1, 2016, will receive hotel and airfare to attend the 2016 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, with the top applicant also receiving free registration to the NACAT Conference in 2017.

For more details or to apply, visit www.nacatfoundation.org.

By Zane Clark

Educators leading the charge in promoting the automotive aftermarket may qualify for the first-ever SEMA-NACAT Education Foundation Award, which includes a prize admission to the 2016 SEMA Show and the 2017 NACAT Conference. Presented to three finalists, the award recognizes and supports top instructors who develop exemplary aftermarket curriculum, inspire student involvement and elevate the quality of future industry professionals.

“Too often these boots-on-the ground champions go unrecognized, but every day, every class, they are shaping the next generation of automotive enthusiasts and employees,” SEMA Chairman of the Board Doug Evans said in reference to instructors who foster the professional development of promising new aftermarket students.

The SEMA-NACAT Education Foundation Award is open to automotive/diesel/collision instructors who work at a high school, post-secondary or training center in the United States or Canada. Applicants must fill out an online form and submit a video showcasing the use of aftermarket products in the classroom, aftermarket curriculum development, instructional standards and student progress tracking, student community involvement and the passions that students bring to the program.

Applications are due by August 15, 2016. The top three applicants, who will be announced by September 1, 2016, will receive hotel and airfare to attend the 2016 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, with the top applicant also receiving free registration to the NACAT Conference in 2017.

For more details or to apply, visit www.nacatfoundation.org.

By SEMA Editors

Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest classifieds posted to the website.

• Marketing Coordinator: CSF Inc. is hiring a marketing coordinator to assist with databasing, product development, marketing promotions and events. Qualified candidates should have an undergraduate degree in business or a related field and working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
  
• Automotive Technician: DES of Wilmington Inc. is hiring experienced automotive technicians, specifically for audio/video, leather or sunroof installations.
  
• Customer Service/Sales/Technical Rep: Ron Francis Wiring is hiring a customer service/sales/technical representative with an automotive background and a minimum of three years of customer service experience. Responsibilities include answering inbound customer service calls to troubleshoot and diagnose customer issues and creating and processing customer orders and returns. Successful candidates will have excellent phone etiquette and the ability to communicate complex information to a wide variety of people. 
  
• SEO Manager: Steve Millen Sportparts Inc. is hiring an SEO manager responsible for executing the day-to-day functions that support the company’s online marketing programs and campaigns and leading and advancing their search engine optimization programs through effective use of analytical keyword research/development, managing social networks and staying current on SEO trends. The successful candidate must have more than three years of relevant SEO experience, the ability to make SEO updates and knowledge of html.
  

SEMA recently launched the SEMA Career Center to address the employment challenges of automotive companies and facilitate a talent pipeline for entering into the automotive aftermarket industry. Through an automotive network that includes the Auto Care Association, the SEMA Career Center will expand the volume and reach of job openings from automotive companies throughout the country.

By SEMA Editors

Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest classifieds posted to the website.

• Marketing Coordinator: CSF Inc. is hiring a marketing coordinator to assist with databasing, product development, marketing promotions and events. Qualified candidates should have an undergraduate degree in business or a related field and working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
  
• Automotive Technician: DES of Wilmington Inc. is hiring experienced automotive technicians, specifically for audio/video, leather or sunroof installations.
  
• Customer Service/Sales/Technical Rep: Ron Francis Wiring is hiring a customer service/sales/technical representative with an automotive background and a minimum of three years of customer service experience. Responsibilities include answering inbound customer service calls to troubleshoot and diagnose customer issues and creating and processing customer orders and returns. Successful candidates will have excellent phone etiquette and the ability to communicate complex information to a wide variety of people. 
  
• SEO Manager: Steve Millen Sportparts Inc. is hiring an SEO manager responsible for executing the day-to-day functions that support the company’s online marketing programs and campaigns and leading and advancing their search engine optimization programs through effective use of analytical keyword research/development, managing social networks and staying current on SEO trends. The successful candidate must have more than three years of relevant SEO experience, the ability to make SEO updates and knowledge of html.
  

SEMA recently launched the SEMA Career Center to address the employment challenges of automotive companies and facilitate a talent pipeline for entering into the automotive aftermarket industry. Through an automotive network that includes the Auto Care Association, the SEMA Career Center will expand the volume and reach of job openings from automotive companies throughout the country.