By Juan Torres

Austin Haynes won the Young Guns category at the Street Machine Summer Nationals in St. Paul, Minnesota, last July, and will participate in the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition during the 2017 SEMA Show.

For 24-year-old Austin Haynes, winning the Young Guns category at the Street Machine Summer Nationals in St. Paul, Minnesota, last July will result in a dream come true. That’s because for his victory, he was awarded an all-expense-paid trip to Las Vegas to participate in one of the industry’s most prestigious vehicle-build competitions—SEMA Battle of the Builders—during the trade-only 2017 SEMA Show, October 31–November 3.

“I have never been to the SEMA Show; it’s something I read about in magazines and watched on TV, but would only dream about,” Haynes said. “Winning the SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns title is completely unbelievable. It’s a dream come true. I never expected to win. I just saw it as an opportunity to get out there a little bit and show what I can do.”

Haynes’ ’70 Chevy C-10 will now go head-to-head against hundreds of vehicles from some of the world’s top builders in the exclusive competition. In addition, SEMA Battle of the Builders participants get a chance to participate in the SEMA Cruise during SEMA Ignited—the official SEMA Show after-party—and possibly be featured in the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, which makes it possible for consumers to connect with manufacturers and see the great new products and trends that debut at the SEMA Show.

Haynes acquired the C-10 when he was 15-years-old as a project for him to learn and put together a hot-rod truck.

“We pulled it out of a field, and it was in such bad shape that the seat fell through the floorboard when we took it to the shop,” Haynes said. “It had a motor, but it didn’t work. I did the bodywork, console, suspension, cut the bedwood, everything, and it wasn’t really done until I was 20–21.”

The build process not only taught Haynes the tools and skills of the build trade but also how to be patient.

“I did everything on the truck myself, but a lot came following the advice of others who would help guide me and then would come back and point out my mistakes,” he said. “Building the C-10 gave me the chance to learn from others with more experience. It showed me that a little hard work and dedication could result in something worthwhile.”

In an effort to support young builders and recognize them as the future of the industry, SEMA created the Young Guns regional program this year and partnered with car shows to highlight builders 27-years-old or younger, six of whom will be sent to the 2017 SEMA Show.

“We partnered with Bonnier due to the excellence of their shows, including the Street Machine Summer Nationals, and to recognize and encourage participation of young builders from around the country,” said SEMA Vice President of Marketing, PR and Communications Ira Gabriel. “The youth are essential to our industry. There are many amazing and talented younger enthusiasts and vehicle builders who can look to the SEMA Show and Battle of the Builders and get excited about our industry.”

Haynes is now looking forward to not only attending the SEMA Show, but also participating in it.

“I’m not sure what to expect; I plan to hang out and enjoy it,” he said. “I look forward to meeting individuals with the same passion for cars. I want to see their builds, their work and learn ideas from them. At small car shows, you see amazing builds, but always know there is another level of car builds and craftsmanship; the SEMA Show is that next level. I’m just a small-town boy who baled hay to earn extra money to build my truck. Just going to the SEMA Show and competing in Battle of the Builders is a dream come true. I would probably stop breathing if I won.”

Learn more about SEMA Battle of the Builders by visiting www.sema.org/botb. For more information on Bonnier and the Street Machine Nationals, visit www.streetmachinenationals.net.

By Juan Torres

Austin Haynes won the Young Guns category at the Street Machine Summer Nationals in St. Paul, Minnesota, last July, and will participate in the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition during the 2017 SEMA Show.

For 24-year-old Austin Haynes, winning the Young Guns category at the Street Machine Summer Nationals in St. Paul, Minnesota, last July will result in a dream come true. That’s because for his victory, he was awarded an all-expense-paid trip to Las Vegas to participate in one of the industry’s most prestigious vehicle-build competitions—SEMA Battle of the Builders—during the trade-only 2017 SEMA Show, October 31–November 3.

“I have never been to the SEMA Show; it’s something I read about in magazines and watched on TV, but would only dream about,” Haynes said. “Winning the SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns title is completely unbelievable. It’s a dream come true. I never expected to win. I just saw it as an opportunity to get out there a little bit and show what I can do.”

Haynes’ ’70 Chevy C-10 will now go head-to-head against hundreds of vehicles from some of the world’s top builders in the exclusive competition. In addition, SEMA Battle of the Builders participants get a chance to participate in the SEMA Cruise during SEMA Ignited—the official SEMA Show after-party—and possibly be featured in the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, which makes it possible for consumers to connect with manufacturers and see the great new products and trends that debut at the SEMA Show.

Haynes acquired the C-10 when he was 15-years-old as a project for him to learn and put together a hot-rod truck.

“We pulled it out of a field, and it was in such bad shape that the seat fell through the floorboard when we took it to the shop,” Haynes said. “It had a motor, but it didn’t work. I did the bodywork, console, suspension, cut the bedwood, everything, and it wasn’t really done until I was 20–21.”

The build process not only taught Haynes the tools and skills of the build trade but also how to be patient.

“I did everything on the truck myself, but a lot came following the advice of others who would help guide me and then would come back and point out my mistakes,” he said. “Building the C-10 gave me the chance to learn from others with more experience. It showed me that a little hard work and dedication could result in something worthwhile.”

In an effort to support young builders and recognize them as the future of the industry, SEMA created the Young Guns regional program this year and partnered with car shows to highlight builders 27-years-old or younger, six of whom will be sent to the 2017 SEMA Show.

“We partnered with Bonnier due to the excellence of their shows, including the Street Machine Summer Nationals, and to recognize and encourage participation of young builders from around the country,” said SEMA Vice President of Marketing, PR and Communications Ira Gabriel. “The youth are essential to our industry. There are many amazing and talented younger enthusiasts and vehicle builders who can look to the SEMA Show and Battle of the Builders and get excited about our industry.”

Haynes is now looking forward to not only attending the SEMA Show, but also participating in it.

“I’m not sure what to expect; I plan to hang out and enjoy it,” he said. “I look forward to meeting individuals with the same passion for cars. I want to see their builds, their work and learn ideas from them. At small car shows, you see amazing builds, but always know there is another level of car builds and craftsmanship; the SEMA Show is that next level. I’m just a small-town boy who baled hay to earn extra money to build my truck. Just going to the SEMA Show and competing in Battle of the Builders is a dream come true. I would probably stop breathing if I won.”

Learn more about SEMA Battle of the Builders by visiting www.sema.org/botb. For more information on Bonnier and the Street Machine Nationals, visit www.streetmachinenationals.net.

By Juan Torres

Austin Haynes won the Young Guns category at the Street Machine Summer Nationals in St. Paul, Minnesota, last July, and will participate in the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition during the 2017 SEMA Show.

For 24-year-old Austin Haynes, winning the Young Guns category at the Street Machine Summer Nationals in St. Paul, Minnesota, last July will result in a dream come true. That’s because for his victory, he was awarded an all-expense-paid trip to Las Vegas to participate in one of the industry’s most prestigious vehicle-build competitions—SEMA Battle of the Builders—during the trade-only 2017 SEMA Show, October 31–November 3.

“I have never been to the SEMA Show; it’s something I read about in magazines and watched on TV, but would only dream about,” Haynes said. “Winning the SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns title is completely unbelievable. It’s a dream come true. I never expected to win. I just saw it as an opportunity to get out there a little bit and show what I can do.”

Haynes’ ’70 Chevy C-10 will now go head-to-head against hundreds of vehicles from some of the world’s top builders in the exclusive competition. In addition, SEMA Battle of the Builders participants get a chance to participate in the SEMA Cruise during SEMA Ignited—the official SEMA Show after-party—and possibly be featured in the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, which makes it possible for consumers to connect with manufacturers and see the great new products and trends that debut at the SEMA Show.

Haynes acquired the C-10 when he was 15-years-old as a project for him to learn and put together a hot-rod truck.

“We pulled it out of a field, and it was in such bad shape that the seat fell through the floorboard when we took it to the shop,” Haynes said. “It had a motor, but it didn’t work. I did the bodywork, console, suspension, cut the bedwood, everything, and it wasn’t really done until I was 20–21.”

The build process not only taught Haynes the tools and skills of the build trade but also how to be patient.

“I did everything on the truck myself, but a lot came following the advice of others who would help guide me and then would come back and point out my mistakes,” he said. “Building the C-10 gave me the chance to learn from others with more experience. It showed me that a little hard work and dedication could result in something worthwhile.”

In an effort to support young builders and recognize them as the future of the industry, SEMA created the Young Guns regional program this year and partnered with car shows to highlight builders 27-years-old or younger, six of whom will be sent to the 2017 SEMA Show.

“We partnered with Bonnier due to the excellence of their shows, including the Street Machine Summer Nationals, and to recognize and encourage participation of young builders from around the country,” said SEMA Vice President of Marketing, PR and Communications Ira Gabriel. “The youth are essential to our industry. There are many amazing and talented younger enthusiasts and vehicle builders who can look to the SEMA Show and Battle of the Builders and get excited about our industry.”

Haynes is now looking forward to not only attending the SEMA Show, but also participating in it.

“I’m not sure what to expect; I plan to hang out and enjoy it,” he said. “I look forward to meeting individuals with the same passion for cars. I want to see their builds, their work and learn ideas from them. At small car shows, you see amazing builds, but always know there is another level of car builds and craftsmanship; the SEMA Show is that next level. I’m just a small-town boy who baled hay to earn extra money to build my truck. Just going to the SEMA Show and competing in Battle of the Builders is a dream come true. I would probably stop breathing if I won.”

Learn more about SEMA Battle of the Builders by visiting www.sema.org/botb. For more information on Bonnier and the Street Machine Nationals, visit www.streetmachinenationals.net.

By Juan Torres

Austin Haynes won the Young Guns category at the Street Machine Summer Nationals in St. Paul, Minnesota, last July, and will participate in the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition during the 2017 SEMA Show.

For 24-year-old Austin Haynes, winning the Young Guns category at the Street Machine Summer Nationals in St. Paul, Minnesota, last July will result in a dream come true. That’s because for his victory, he was awarded an all-expense-paid trip to Las Vegas to participate in one of the industry’s most prestigious vehicle-build competitions—SEMA Battle of the Builders—during the trade-only 2017 SEMA Show, October 31–November 3.

“I have never been to the SEMA Show; it’s something I read about in magazines and watched on TV, but would only dream about,” Haynes said. “Winning the SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns title is completely unbelievable. It’s a dream come true. I never expected to win. I just saw it as an opportunity to get out there a little bit and show what I can do.”

Haynes’ ’70 Chevy C-10 will now go head-to-head against hundreds of vehicles from some of the world’s top builders in the exclusive competition. In addition, SEMA Battle of the Builders participants get a chance to participate in the SEMA Cruise during SEMA Ignited—the official SEMA Show after-party—and possibly be featured in the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, which makes it possible for consumers to connect with manufacturers and see the great new products and trends that debut at the SEMA Show.

Haynes acquired the C-10 when he was 15-years-old as a project for him to learn and put together a hot-rod truck.

“We pulled it out of a field, and it was in such bad shape that the seat fell through the floorboard when we took it to the shop,” Haynes said. “It had a motor, but it didn’t work. I did the bodywork, console, suspension, cut the bedwood, everything, and it wasn’t really done until I was 20–21.”

The build process not only taught Haynes the tools and skills of the build trade but also how to be patient.

“I did everything on the truck myself, but a lot came following the advice of others who would help guide me and then would come back and point out my mistakes,” he said. “Building the C-10 gave me the chance to learn from others with more experience. It showed me that a little hard work and dedication could result in something worthwhile.”

In an effort to support young builders and recognize them as the future of the industry, SEMA created the Young Guns regional program this year and partnered with car shows to highlight builders 27-years-old or younger, six of whom will be sent to the 2017 SEMA Show.

“We partnered with Bonnier due to the excellence of their shows, including the Street Machine Summer Nationals, and to recognize and encourage participation of young builders from around the country,” said SEMA Vice President of Marketing, PR and Communications Ira Gabriel. “The youth are essential to our industry. There are many amazing and talented younger enthusiasts and vehicle builders who can look to the SEMA Show and Battle of the Builders and get excited about our industry.”

Haynes is now looking forward to not only attending the SEMA Show, but also participating in it.

“I’m not sure what to expect; I plan to hang out and enjoy it,” he said. “I look forward to meeting individuals with the same passion for cars. I want to see their builds, their work and learn ideas from them. At small car shows, you see amazing builds, but always know there is another level of car builds and craftsmanship; the SEMA Show is that next level. I’m just a small-town boy who baled hay to earn extra money to build my truck. Just going to the SEMA Show and competing in Battle of the Builders is a dream come true. I would probably stop breathing if I won.”

Learn more about SEMA Battle of the Builders by visiting www.sema.org/botb. For more information on Bonnier and the Street Machine Nationals, visit www.streetmachinenationals.net.

By SEMA Editors

The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has announced its lineup of panelists participating in the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit sessions, Thursday, November 2, as part of the 2017 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

Summit topics will address the impact automotive research has on vehicle construction and functionality, that construction and functionality have on performing once-commonplace repair procedures and that those OEM procedures, or failure to implement them, have on liability and safety.

The Summit will feature the following sessions:

How Automotive Research is Driving Change in Vehicle Design, Technology and Function
9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
OEM1, Room N241

The panel, moderated by John Waraniak, SEMA vice president of vehicle technology, will feature M. Scott Ulnick, managing principle, Ducker Worldwide; Matthew Doude, associate director, Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems (CAVS); Doug Richman, vice president of engineering, Kaiser Aluminum; and Barry Dorn, vice president, Dorn’s Body and Paint.

Join this panel to gain a deeper insight into today’s research, which can potentially reshape tomorrow’s vehicle repairs. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The Impact of Advanced Vehicle Systems on Routine Repair Process and Procedure 
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
OEM2, N241

This panel, moderated by Kaleb Silver, senior product manager, Hunter Engineering, will feature Aaron Lowe, senior vice president, regulatory and government affairs, Auto Care Association; Scott Kaboos, assistant manager, collision, American Honda Motor Co.; and Dean McConnell, director, ADAS business unit, global customer programs, NAFTA OEMs chassis and safety division, Continental Corp.

Silver will present challenges facing the industry, and the impact of advanced systems on routine services, such as wheel alignments. After the presentation, he will welcome the panel to discuss the growing complexities facing the repair marketplace. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The day will conclude with perhaps one of the most critical conversations collision-repair facilities should be paying attention to; held from 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Space will be limited, and we encourage pre-registration.
 
The Hidden Dangers of Vehicle Technology, Improper Repair Methodology and Your Liabilities
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
OEM3, N241 
Space is limited; pre-registration is encouraged.

This panel, moderated by John Ellis, managing director, Ellis & Associates, will feature Todd Tracy, attorney, The Tracy Law Firm; Erica Eversman, attorney, Vehicle Information Services; Mark Allen, collision programs director, Audi of America; and Aaron Clark, former collision-repair facility owner.

This panel will address an industry grappling to reconcile how to move forward when certain automotive manufacturer requirements are expected to be performed on every occasion, but insurance claims positioning leans toward “case-by-case” approval. Participants will include litigators, technology experts and those with experience in facing liability and safety implications with performing repairs in today’s environment. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The 2017 OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit is made possible with support from PPG Automotive Refinish, AkzoNobel, BASF, CCC Information Services Inc., DeBeer Refinish, Reliable Automotive Equipment Inc., Toyota Motor Sales USA and SEMA.

To register to attend the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit, visit www.scrs.com/rde and either select the individual sessions, or a full series pass for the best value.

For more information about SCRS, or to join as a member before the promotional period opens, please visit www.scrs.com, call toll free 877-841-0660 or email info@scrs.com.

By SEMA Editors

The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has announced its lineup of panelists participating in the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit sessions, Thursday, November 2, as part of the 2017 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

Summit topics will address the impact automotive research has on vehicle construction and functionality, that construction and functionality have on performing once-commonplace repair procedures and that those OEM procedures, or failure to implement them, have on liability and safety.

The Summit will feature the following sessions:

How Automotive Research is Driving Change in Vehicle Design, Technology and Function
9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
OEM1, Room N241

The panel, moderated by John Waraniak, SEMA vice president of vehicle technology, will feature M. Scott Ulnick, managing principle, Ducker Worldwide; Matthew Doude, associate director, Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems (CAVS); Doug Richman, vice president of engineering, Kaiser Aluminum; and Barry Dorn, vice president, Dorn’s Body and Paint.

Join this panel to gain a deeper insight into today’s research, which can potentially reshape tomorrow’s vehicle repairs. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The Impact of Advanced Vehicle Systems on Routine Repair Process and Procedure 
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
OEM2, N241

This panel, moderated by Kaleb Silver, senior product manager, Hunter Engineering, will feature Aaron Lowe, senior vice president, regulatory and government affairs, Auto Care Association; Scott Kaboos, assistant manager, collision, American Honda Motor Co.; and Dean McConnell, director, ADAS business unit, global customer programs, NAFTA OEMs chassis and safety division, Continental Corp.

Silver will present challenges facing the industry, and the impact of advanced systems on routine services, such as wheel alignments. After the presentation, he will welcome the panel to discuss the growing complexities facing the repair marketplace. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The day will conclude with perhaps one of the most critical conversations collision-repair facilities should be paying attention to; held from 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Space will be limited, and we encourage pre-registration.
 
The Hidden Dangers of Vehicle Technology, Improper Repair Methodology and Your Liabilities
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
OEM3, N241 
Space is limited; pre-registration is encouraged.

This panel, moderated by John Ellis, managing director, Ellis & Associates, will feature Todd Tracy, attorney, The Tracy Law Firm; Erica Eversman, attorney, Vehicle Information Services; Mark Allen, collision programs director, Audi of America; and Aaron Clark, former collision-repair facility owner.

This panel will address an industry grappling to reconcile how to move forward when certain automotive manufacturer requirements are expected to be performed on every occasion, but insurance claims positioning leans toward “case-by-case” approval. Participants will include litigators, technology experts and those with experience in facing liability and safety implications with performing repairs in today’s environment. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The 2017 OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit is made possible with support from PPG Automotive Refinish, AkzoNobel, BASF, CCC Information Services Inc., DeBeer Refinish, Reliable Automotive Equipment Inc., Toyota Motor Sales USA and SEMA.

To register to attend the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit, visit www.scrs.com/rde and either select the individual sessions, or a full series pass for the best value.

For more information about SCRS, or to join as a member before the promotional period opens, please visit www.scrs.com, call toll free 877-841-0660 or email info@scrs.com.

By SEMA Editors

The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has announced its lineup of panelists participating in the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit sessions, Thursday, November 2, as part of the 2017 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

Summit topics will address the impact automotive research has on vehicle construction and functionality, that construction and functionality have on performing once-commonplace repair procedures and that those OEM procedures, or failure to implement them, have on liability and safety.

The Summit will feature the following sessions:

How Automotive Research is Driving Change in Vehicle Design, Technology and Function
9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
OEM1, Room N241

The panel, moderated by John Waraniak, SEMA vice president of vehicle technology, will feature M. Scott Ulnick, managing principle, Ducker Worldwide; Matthew Doude, associate director, Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems (CAVS); Doug Richman, vice president of engineering, Kaiser Aluminum; and Barry Dorn, vice president, Dorn’s Body and Paint.

Join this panel to gain a deeper insight into today’s research, which can potentially reshape tomorrow’s vehicle repairs. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The Impact of Advanced Vehicle Systems on Routine Repair Process and Procedure 
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
OEM2, N241

This panel, moderated by Kaleb Silver, senior product manager, Hunter Engineering, will feature Aaron Lowe, senior vice president, regulatory and government affairs, Auto Care Association; Scott Kaboos, assistant manager, collision, American Honda Motor Co.; and Dean McConnell, director, ADAS business unit, global customer programs, NAFTA OEMs chassis and safety division, Continental Corp.

Silver will present challenges facing the industry, and the impact of advanced systems on routine services, such as wheel alignments. After the presentation, he will welcome the panel to discuss the growing complexities facing the repair marketplace. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The day will conclude with perhaps one of the most critical conversations collision-repair facilities should be paying attention to; held from 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Space will be limited, and we encourage pre-registration.
 
The Hidden Dangers of Vehicle Technology, Improper Repair Methodology and Your Liabilities
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
OEM3, N241 
Space is limited; pre-registration is encouraged.

This panel, moderated by John Ellis, managing director, Ellis & Associates, will feature Todd Tracy, attorney, The Tracy Law Firm; Erica Eversman, attorney, Vehicle Information Services; Mark Allen, collision programs director, Audi of America; and Aaron Clark, former collision-repair facility owner.

This panel will address an industry grappling to reconcile how to move forward when certain automotive manufacturer requirements are expected to be performed on every occasion, but insurance claims positioning leans toward “case-by-case” approval. Participants will include litigators, technology experts and those with experience in facing liability and safety implications with performing repairs in today’s environment. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The 2017 OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit is made possible with support from PPG Automotive Refinish, AkzoNobel, BASF, CCC Information Services Inc., DeBeer Refinish, Reliable Automotive Equipment Inc., Toyota Motor Sales USA and SEMA.

To register to attend the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit, visit www.scrs.com/rde and either select the individual sessions, or a full series pass for the best value.

For more information about SCRS, or to join as a member before the promotional period opens, please visit www.scrs.com, call toll free 877-841-0660 or email info@scrs.com.

By SEMA Editors

The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has announced its lineup of panelists participating in the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit sessions, Thursday, November 2, as part of the 2017 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

Summit topics will address the impact automotive research has on vehicle construction and functionality, that construction and functionality have on performing once-commonplace repair procedures and that those OEM procedures, or failure to implement them, have on liability and safety.

The Summit will feature the following sessions:

How Automotive Research is Driving Change in Vehicle Design, Technology and Function
9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
OEM1, Room N241

The panel, moderated by John Waraniak, SEMA vice president of vehicle technology, will feature M. Scott Ulnick, managing principle, Ducker Worldwide; Matthew Doude, associate director, Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems (CAVS); Doug Richman, vice president of engineering, Kaiser Aluminum; and Barry Dorn, vice president, Dorn’s Body and Paint.

Join this panel to gain a deeper insight into today’s research, which can potentially reshape tomorrow’s vehicle repairs. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The Impact of Advanced Vehicle Systems on Routine Repair Process and Procedure 
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
OEM2, N241

This panel, moderated by Kaleb Silver, senior product manager, Hunter Engineering, will feature Aaron Lowe, senior vice president, regulatory and government affairs, Auto Care Association; Scott Kaboos, assistant manager, collision, American Honda Motor Co.; and Dean McConnell, director, ADAS business unit, global customer programs, NAFTA OEMs chassis and safety division, Continental Corp.

Silver will present challenges facing the industry, and the impact of advanced systems on routine services, such as wheel alignments. After the presentation, he will welcome the panel to discuss the growing complexities facing the repair marketplace. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The day will conclude with perhaps one of the most critical conversations collision-repair facilities should be paying attention to; held from 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Space will be limited, and we encourage pre-registration.
 
The Hidden Dangers of Vehicle Technology, Improper Repair Methodology and Your Liabilities
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
OEM3, N241 
Space is limited; pre-registration is encouraged.

This panel, moderated by John Ellis, managing director, Ellis & Associates, will feature Todd Tracy, attorney, The Tracy Law Firm; Erica Eversman, attorney, Vehicle Information Services; Mark Allen, collision programs director, Audi of America; and Aaron Clark, former collision-repair facility owner.

This panel will address an industry grappling to reconcile how to move forward when certain automotive manufacturer requirements are expected to be performed on every occasion, but insurance claims positioning leans toward “case-by-case” approval. Participants will include litigators, technology experts and those with experience in facing liability and safety implications with performing repairs in today’s environment. Register for this session, or for all three sessions.

The 2017 OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit is made possible with support from PPG Automotive Refinish, AkzoNobel, BASF, CCC Information Services Inc., DeBeer Refinish, Reliable Automotive Equipment Inc., Toyota Motor Sales USA and SEMA.

To register to attend the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit, visit www.scrs.com/rde and either select the individual sessions, or a full series pass for the best value.

For more information about SCRS, or to join as a member before the promotional period opens, please visit www.scrs.com, call toll free 877-841-0660 or email info@scrs.com.

By SEMA Editors

More than 3,000 credentialed media attend the SEMA Show each year. One of the many ways exhibitors can get their news to editors and reporters is by holding a press conference at the SEMA Show.

Official 2017 SEMA Show Press Conference Schedule

Monday, October 30, 2017

• 12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.—SEMA: Media Preview Exclusive, Presented by the Truck and Off-Road Alliance (TORA) (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 1:00 p.m.–1:20 p.m.—SEMA: Truck and Off-Road Alliance (TORA), Truck and Offroad Market Updates (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 1:30 p.m.–1:50 p.m.—Texas Auto Media Association: Auto Judge Awards Presentation (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.—ARB 4x4 Accessories: Groundbreaking New Product From ARB 4x4 Accessories; lunch will be served (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.—SEMA: Vehicle Reveal (Outside the Grand Lobby Entrance)

Tuesday, October 31, 2017

• 7:30 a.m.–8:45 a.m.—SEMA: New Products Breakfast, Featuring the SEMA Award Press Conference; breakfast will be served (Paradise Event Center, located in the Westgate Hotel)
• 9:00 a.m.–9:20 a.m.—KIA Motors America Inc., KIA Motors America (Booth #10809)
• 9:30 a.m.–9:50 a.m.—House of Kolor, House of Kolor Commemorative Divco Unveiling (Booth #23513)
• 10:00 a.m.–10:20 a.m.—Toyota Motor North America, Toyota Press Conference (Booth #24800)
• 10:30 a.m.–10:50 a.m.—Ford Motor Co., Ford Motor Company Press Conference (Booth #22200)
• 11:00 a.m.–11:20 a.m.—Hyundai Motor America, Hyundai Motorsports and Performance Tuning (Booth #24387)
• 11:30 a.m.–11:50 a.m.—General Motors LLC, Chevrolet Performance Variants and Motorsports (Booth #23743)
• 12:00 p.m.–12:20 p.m.—SEMA: Battle of the Builders, Top 40 Finalist (Grand Lobby, SEMA Central)
• 12:30 p.m.–1:20 p.m.—SHELL, Ken Block Exclusive Video Screening and Discussion, plus Vehicle Unveil; lunch will be served (Booth #60005, Silver Lot)
• 1:30 p.m.–1:40 p.m.—Coker Tire, Coker Tire Press Conference (Booth #22775)
• 1:50 p.m.–2:00 p.m.—Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes, Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Press Conference (Booth #10639)
• 2:10 p.m.–2:20 p.m.—Valspar Automotive, Valspar Automotive Announcing New Matrix Mavericks of Color for 2018 (Booth #10839)
• 2:30 p.m.–2:50 p.m.—SCORE International, SCORE Baja 1000 50th Anniversary and Qualifier (Booth #62003, Silver Lot)
• 3:00 p.m.–3:20 p.m.—Driven Performance Brands, Unveiling of Booth Show Cars (Booth #22351)
• 3:30 p.m.–3:50 p.m.—OPTIMA Batteries, OPTIMA Batteries Unveils Expansion to Battery Technology (Booth #20323)
• 4:26 p.m.–4:50 p.m.—FCA US/Mopar, FCA U.S.: Mopar Media Briefing (Booth #43155)
• 5:40 p.m.–6:40 p.m.—Shell, Shell Press Conference; cocktails will be served (Booth #60005, Silver Lot)

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

• 9:00 a.m.–9:20 a.m.—Centerforce Clutches, Stars of “Speed is the New Black” Debut Resto-Mod Chrysler (Booth #23813)
• 9:30 a.m.–9:50 a.m.—AkzoNobel, Introducing AkzoNobel Carbeat—A Digital Process Solution (Booth #25163)
• 10:00 a.m.–10:20 a.m.—Skyjacker Suspensions, Skyjacker Matchbox Releases Announcements (Booth #34067)
• 10:30 a.m.–10:50 a.m.—Tire Industry Association (TIA), TIA Training and Government Affairs: 2018 Outlook and Updates (Booth #40066)
• 11:00 a.m.–11:20 a.m.—Shell, Hennessey Venom F5: Aiming for the World Record (Booth #60005, Silver Lot)
• 11:30 a.m.–11:50 a.m.—SEMA: Battle of the Builders, Top 12 Finalists (Velocity and Discovery’s Motor Village)
• 12:00 p.m.–12:50 p.m.—SEMA: Lunch Press Conference, New Tech for Old Cars; The Billion Dollar Tech Transformation; lunch will be served (Grand Lobby, SEMA Central)
• 1:00 p.m.–1:20 p.m.—TRI-ACE Wheel & Tire Corp., Tires Gone Wild (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 1:30 p.m.–1:50 p.m.—Solar Gard, Solar Gard and Zero to 60 to Unveil Top-Secret Project (Booth #12669)
• 2:00 p.m.–2:20 p.m.—Goodguys Enterprises Inc., Goodguys Gold Awards (Booth #22975)
• 2:30 p.m.–2:50 p.m.—SpeedKore Performance Group, SpeedKore New Vehicles and Carbon Fiber Parts Announcement, Plus Celebrity Appearance (Booth #24093)
• 3:00 p.m.–3:20 p.m.—Formula Drift Holdings LLC, Details for the 15th Anniversary Season to be Announced (Media Center, Rm. S220)   
• 3:30 p.m.–3:50 p.m.—AkzoNobel, AkzoNobel & Dave Kindig Launch New Custom Color Paint Line (Booth #25163)
• 4:00 p.m.–4:20 p.m.—Mothers Polishes-Waxes-Cleaners, 2017 Mothers Shine Award (Booth 22957)

Thursday, November 2, 2017

• 9:00 a.m.–9:20 a.m.—ASA Automotive Systems, ASA Introduces its Latest Software—TireMaster GTX (Booth #41069)
• 9:30 a.m.–9:50 a.m.—ECUMaster, Announcing the ECUMaster EMU CLASSIC and PMU16-DL, Plus Vehicle Reveal (Booth #34255)
• 10:00 a.m.–10:20 a.m.—Nexen Tire Automotive, From the Street to the Trail: Nexen Heads Off-Road (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 11:30 a.m.–11:50 a.m.—HP Tuners LLC, MPVI.2 Release (Booth #24229)
• 1:00 p.m.–1:20 p.m.—Castel Technologies, Kit for Upgrading a Car to a Smart Car (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 2:00 p.m.–2:20 p.m.—ProComp/Smittybilt/Rubicon Express/Poison Spyder/G2 Axle/LRG Rims, 3rd Annual Life is Better Off-Road Award (Booth #62112)

Friday, November 3, 2017

• 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.—SEMA: Battle of the Builders Top 12 Finalists Judging (Velocity and Discovery’s Motor Village)
• 3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.—SEMA: Battle of the Builders Top 3 Finalists Announced (SEMA Cruise, North Hall)
• 7:00 p.m.—SEMA: Battle of the Builders Winner Announced (SEMA Ignited, Gold Lot)

By SEMA Editors

More than 3,000 credentialed media attend the SEMA Show each year. One of the many ways exhibitors can get their news to editors and reporters is by holding a press conference at the SEMA Show.

Official 2017 SEMA Show Press Conference Schedule

Monday, October 30, 2017

• 12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.—SEMA: Media Preview Exclusive, Presented by the Truck and Off-Road Alliance (TORA) (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 1:00 p.m.–1:20 p.m.—SEMA: Truck and Off-Road Alliance (TORA), Truck and Offroad Market Updates (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 1:30 p.m.–1:50 p.m.—Texas Auto Media Association: Auto Judge Awards Presentation (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.—ARB 4x4 Accessories: Groundbreaking New Product From ARB 4x4 Accessories; lunch will be served (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.—SEMA: Vehicle Reveal (Outside the Grand Lobby Entrance)

Tuesday, October 31, 2017

• 7:30 a.m.–8:45 a.m.—SEMA: New Products Breakfast, Featuring the SEMA Award Press Conference; breakfast will be served (Paradise Event Center, located in the Westgate Hotel)
• 9:00 a.m.–9:20 a.m.—KIA Motors America Inc., KIA Motors America (Booth #10809)
• 9:30 a.m.–9:50 a.m.—House of Kolor, House of Kolor Commemorative Divco Unveiling (Booth #23513)
• 10:00 a.m.–10:20 a.m.—Toyota Motor North America, Toyota Press Conference (Booth #24800)
• 10:30 a.m.–10:50 a.m.—Ford Motor Co., Ford Motor Company Press Conference (Booth #22200)
• 11:00 a.m.–11:20 a.m.—Hyundai Motor America, Hyundai Motorsports and Performance Tuning (Booth #24387)
• 11:30 a.m.–11:50 a.m.—General Motors LLC, Chevrolet Performance Variants and Motorsports (Booth #23743)
• 12:00 p.m.–12:20 p.m.—SEMA: Battle of the Builders, Top 40 Finalist (Grand Lobby, SEMA Central)
• 12:30 p.m.–1:20 p.m.—SHELL, Ken Block Exclusive Video Screening and Discussion, plus Vehicle Unveil; lunch will be served (Booth #60005, Silver Lot)
• 1:30 p.m.–1:40 p.m.—Coker Tire, Coker Tire Press Conference (Booth #22775)
• 1:50 p.m.–2:00 p.m.—Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes, Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Press Conference (Booth #10639)
• 2:10 p.m.–2:20 p.m.—Valspar Automotive, Valspar Automotive Announcing New Matrix Mavericks of Color for 2018 (Booth #10839)
• 2:30 p.m.–2:50 p.m.—SCORE International, SCORE Baja 1000 50th Anniversary and Qualifier (Booth #62003, Silver Lot)
• 3:00 p.m.–3:20 p.m.—Driven Performance Brands, Unveiling of Booth Show Cars (Booth #22351)
• 3:30 p.m.–3:50 p.m.—OPTIMA Batteries, OPTIMA Batteries Unveils Expansion to Battery Technology (Booth #20323)
• 4:26 p.m.–4:50 p.m.—FCA US/Mopar, FCA U.S.: Mopar Media Briefing (Booth #43155)
• 5:40 p.m.–6:40 p.m.—Shell, Shell Press Conference; cocktails will be served (Booth #60005, Silver Lot)

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

• 9:00 a.m.–9:20 a.m.—Centerforce Clutches, Stars of “Speed is the New Black” Debut Resto-Mod Chrysler (Booth #23813)
• 9:30 a.m.–9:50 a.m.—AkzoNobel, Introducing AkzoNobel Carbeat—A Digital Process Solution (Booth #25163)
• 10:00 a.m.–10:20 a.m.—Skyjacker Suspensions, Skyjacker Matchbox Releases Announcements (Booth #34067)
• 10:30 a.m.–10:50 a.m.—Tire Industry Association (TIA), TIA Training and Government Affairs: 2018 Outlook and Updates (Booth #40066)
• 11:00 a.m.–11:20 a.m.—Shell, Hennessey Venom F5: Aiming for the World Record (Booth #60005, Silver Lot)
• 11:30 a.m.–11:50 a.m.—SEMA: Battle of the Builders, Top 12 Finalists (Velocity and Discovery’s Motor Village)
• 12:00 p.m.–12:50 p.m.—SEMA: Lunch Press Conference, New Tech for Old Cars; The Billion Dollar Tech Transformation; lunch will be served (Grand Lobby, SEMA Central)
• 1:00 p.m.–1:20 p.m.—TRI-ACE Wheel & Tire Corp., Tires Gone Wild (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 1:30 p.m.–1:50 p.m.—Solar Gard, Solar Gard and Zero to 60 to Unveil Top-Secret Project (Booth #12669)
• 2:00 p.m.–2:20 p.m.—Goodguys Enterprises Inc., Goodguys Gold Awards (Booth #22975)
• 2:30 p.m.–2:50 p.m.—SpeedKore Performance Group, SpeedKore New Vehicles and Carbon Fiber Parts Announcement, Plus Celebrity Appearance (Booth #24093)
• 3:00 p.m.–3:20 p.m.—Formula Drift Holdings LLC, Details for the 15th Anniversary Season to be Announced (Media Center, Rm. S220)   
• 3:30 p.m.–3:50 p.m.—AkzoNobel, AkzoNobel & Dave Kindig Launch New Custom Color Paint Line (Booth #25163)
• 4:00 p.m.–4:20 p.m.—Mothers Polishes-Waxes-Cleaners, 2017 Mothers Shine Award (Booth 22957)

Thursday, November 2, 2017

• 9:00 a.m.–9:20 a.m.—ASA Automotive Systems, ASA Introduces its Latest Software—TireMaster GTX (Booth #41069)
• 9:30 a.m.–9:50 a.m.—ECUMaster, Announcing the ECUMaster EMU CLASSIC and PMU16-DL, Plus Vehicle Reveal (Booth #34255)
• 10:00 a.m.–10:20 a.m.—Nexen Tire Automotive, From the Street to the Trail: Nexen Heads Off-Road (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 11:30 a.m.–11:50 a.m.—HP Tuners LLC, MPVI.2 Release (Booth #24229)
• 1:00 p.m.–1:20 p.m.—Castel Technologies, Kit for Upgrading a Car to a Smart Car (Media Center, Rm. S220)
• 2:00 p.m.–2:20 p.m.—ProComp/Smittybilt/Rubicon Express/Poison Spyder/G2 Axle/LRG Rims, 3rd Annual Life is Better Off-Road Award (Booth #62112)

Friday, November 3, 2017

• 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.—SEMA: Battle of the Builders Top 12 Finalists Judging (Velocity and Discovery’s Motor Village)
• 3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.—SEMA: Battle of the Builders Top 3 Finalists Announced (SEMA Cruise, North Hall)
• 7:00 p.m.—SEMA: Battle of the Builders Winner Announced (SEMA Ignited, Gold Lot)