The annual Pinewood Drag Races has quickly become a signature event by combining just the right elements of charitable giving, community participation, automotive passion and youthful spirit.

The annual Pinewood Drag Races has quickly become a signature event by combining just the right elements of charitable giving, community participation, automotive passion and youthful spirit.

The RPM Act needs your support. SEMA urges all race fans and businesses to continue to take action. Go to www.sema.org/RPM to support the RPM Act and secure the future of racing today!

The RPM Act needs your support. SEMA urges all race fans and businesses to continue to take action. Go to www.sema.org/RPM to support the RPM Act and secure the future of racing today!

The 2018 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.

The 2018 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company enables employees to participate in webinars, access free market research, join SEMA committees and more.

By Katie Carson

During the 2018 HRIA Education Days, 12 manufacturers in the hot-rod segment will give hour-long presentations on their product lines, and tips and tricks for your own projects and builds.

The 2018 Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) Education Days will return to the National Street Rod Association (NSRA) Nationals, August 2–3, in Louisville, Kentucky. Twelve manufacturers in the hot-rod segment will give hour-long presentations on their product lines, and tips and tricks for attendees’ 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 the manufacturers,” said Rick Love of Vintage Air, who will present on the basics of air conditioning.

The sessions will take place Thursday–Friday, August 2–3, with sessions beginning at 9:15 a.m., and the last session concluding at 4:30 p.m. These valuable sessions are open to all attendees of the NSRA Nationals. This is a popular event and seats are limited.

Reserve your spot in the sessions that most interest you.

Here is a sneak peek at the manufacturers and the discussion topics taking place at the 2018 event:

American Autowire – “Wiring Solutions”
Presenter: Scott Hughes

Borgeson – “Power Steering Conversions”
Presenter: Jeff Grantmeyer

Classic Instruments – “Instrumentation for Your Dash”
Presenter: John McLeod

Edelbrock – “Edelbrock Has Your Fuel System Solutions”
Presenter: Cary Redman

FAST EFI – “Understanding EFI”
Presenter: Matt Maxwell

FATMAN Fabrications – “Chassis Design”
Presenter: Brent VanDervort

Lokar – “Being Prepared for the NSRA Safety 23”
Presenters: Howard Cook and Jeff McClure

Painless Performance – “Dos and Don’ts of Wire Harness Installations”
Presenter: Dennis Overholser

Steele Rubber Products – “Pros Tips on Weather Strips”
Presenters: Danny Agosta and Matt Agosta

Total Cost Involved – “Basics of Modern Suspensions”
Presenter: Evan Dalley

Vintage Air – “Basics of Air Conditioning”
Presenter: Rick Love

Wilwood Disc Brakes – “Understanding Brake Systems”
Presenter: Bob Roese

For questions, contact Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690 or jimsk@sema.org.

By Katie Carson

During the 2018 HRIA Education Days, 12 manufacturers in the hot-rod segment will give hour-long presentations on their product lines, and tips and tricks for your own projects and builds.

The 2018 Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) Education Days will return to the National Street Rod Association (NSRA) Nationals, August 2–3, in Louisville, Kentucky. Twelve manufacturers in the hot-rod segment will give hour-long presentations on their product lines, and tips and tricks for attendees’ 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 the manufacturers,” said Rick Love of Vintage Air, who will present on the basics of air conditioning.

The sessions will take place Thursday–Friday, August 2–3, with sessions beginning at 9:15 a.m., and the last session concluding at 4:30 p.m. These valuable sessions are open to all attendees of the NSRA Nationals. This is a popular event and seats are limited.

Reserve your spot in the sessions that most interest you.

Here is a sneak peek at the manufacturers and the discussion topics taking place at the 2018 event:

American Autowire – “Wiring Solutions”
Presenter: Scott Hughes

Borgeson – “Power Steering Conversions”
Presenter: Jeff Grantmeyer

Classic Instruments – “Instrumentation for Your Dash”
Presenter: John McLeod

Edelbrock – “Edelbrock Has Your Fuel System Solutions”
Presenter: Cary Redman

FAST EFI – “Understanding EFI”
Presenter: Matt Maxwell

FATMAN Fabrications – “Chassis Design”
Presenter: Brent VanDervort

Lokar – “Being Prepared for the NSRA Safety 23”
Presenters: Howard Cook and Jeff McClure

Painless Performance – “Dos and Don’ts of Wire Harness Installations”
Presenter: Dennis Overholser

Steele Rubber Products – “Pros Tips on Weather Strips”
Presenters: Danny Agosta and Matt Agosta

Total Cost Involved – “Basics of Modern Suspensions”
Presenter: Evan Dalley

Vintage Air – “Basics of Air Conditioning”
Presenter: Rick Love

Wilwood Disc Brakes – “Understanding Brake Systems”
Presenter: Bob Roese

For questions, contact Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690 or jimsk@sema.org.

By Katie Carson

The Young Executives Network (YEN) is hosting a meetup for local professionals under the age of 40 who work in the various sectors of the automotive industry at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, Washington, Friday, July 20.

In conjunction with the Formula DRIFT Round 5: Throwdown, the Young Executives Network (YEN) is hosting a meetup for local professionals under the age of 40 who work in the various sectors of the automotive industry at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, Washington, Friday, July 20.

All YEN members and those interested in learning about opportunities to get involved with SEMA and build industry connections are encouraged to attend. YEN leadership will be present to discuss the network’s initiatives, volunteer opportunities and additional ways to get more involved.

YEN members who RSVP will receive a complimentary, single-day pass to attend the Formula DRIFT event on Friday.

If you live in the Seattle area, or you will be in town for the Formula DRIFT competition, stop by and enjoy an evening with fellow YEN colleagues.

For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.