By Juan Torres

Behind-the-scenes footage, interviews and stories of the 2016 Battle of the Builders competition will be showcased in an hour-long TV special that will air 10:00 p.m. (EST), February 6, on the Velocity Network.

Jesse Greening and his father Jeff have been doing two to three car builds a year for clients since establishing Greening Auto Company in 1999, and in addition to full builds, they offer custom machining service at their Cullman, Alabama, shop. For the 2016 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition, the Greenings entered a '61 Chevy Impala bubble top that they converted into a wagon for owner Joe Horisk. "GM never made a wagon like this," said Jesse, who has been modifying cars for 30 years.

Among the many modifications they did to the car was hand crafting a new top from sheet metal with the bubble top moved to the back and brought down a couple of inches. The bumpers are also hand-made, and the front end was extended 4 inches. The car has a Tremec five-speed transmission and flush-mounted AM Hot Rod Glass. No body panel was left untouched, and the countless machined parts include everything from wheels to lighting, 3D printed parts from interior accessories, and leather work by Paul Adkins.

Jesse was thrilled that their Impala wagon was named into the Top 10. "It means so much to all the guys in the company and anybody who was involved in this project over the years," he said. "I'm also proud to see the car owner use and enjoy it after having it for so many years."

Behind-the-scenes footage, interviews and stories of the 2016 Battle of the Builders competition will be showcased in an hour-long TV special that will air 10:00 p.m. (EST), February 6, on the Velocity Network. Mark your calendars, set your DVR and tell your friends not to miss the show!

For more information, visit www.semashow.com/botb.

By Juan Torres

Behind-the-scenes footage, interviews and stories of the 2016 Battle of the Builders competition will be showcased in an hour-long TV special that will air 10:00 p.m. (EST), February 6, on the Velocity Network.

Jesse Greening and his father Jeff have been doing two to three car builds a year for clients since establishing Greening Auto Company in 1999, and in addition to full builds, they offer custom machining service at their Cullman, Alabama, shop. For the 2016 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition, the Greenings entered a '61 Chevy Impala bubble top that they converted into a wagon for owner Joe Horisk. "GM never made a wagon like this," said Jesse, who has been modifying cars for 30 years.

Among the many modifications they did to the car was hand crafting a new top from sheet metal with the bubble top moved to the back and brought down a couple of inches. The bumpers are also hand-made, and the front end was extended 4 inches. The car has a Tremec five-speed transmission and flush-mounted AM Hot Rod Glass. No body panel was left untouched, and the countless machined parts include everything from wheels to lighting, 3D printed parts from interior accessories, and leather work by Paul Adkins.

Jesse was thrilled that their Impala wagon was named into the Top 10. "It means so much to all the guys in the company and anybody who was involved in this project over the years," he said. "I'm also proud to see the car owner use and enjoy it after having it for so many years."

Behind-the-scenes footage, interviews and stories of the 2016 Battle of the Builders competition will be showcased in an hour-long TV special that will air 10:00 p.m. (EST), February 6, on the Velocity Network. Mark your calendars, set your DVR and tell your friends not to miss the show!

For more information, visit www.semashow.com/botb.

By Juan Torres

Behind-the-scenes footage, interviews and stories of the 2016 Battle of the Builders competition will be showcased in an hour-long TV special that will air 10:00 p.m. (EST), February 6, on the Velocity Network.

Jesse Greening and his father Jeff have been doing two to three car builds a year for clients since establishing Greening Auto Company in 1999, and in addition to full builds, they offer custom machining service at their Cullman, Alabama, shop. For the 2016 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition, the Greenings entered a '61 Chevy Impala bubble top that they converted into a wagon for owner Joe Horisk. "GM never made a wagon like this," said Jesse, who has been modifying cars for 30 years.

Among the many modifications they did to the car was hand crafting a new top from sheet metal with the bubble top moved to the back and brought down a couple of inches. The bumpers are also hand-made, and the front end was extended 4 inches. The car has a Tremec five-speed transmission and flush-mounted AM Hot Rod Glass. No body panel was left untouched, and the countless machined parts include everything from wheels to lighting, 3D printed parts from interior accessories, and leather work by Paul Adkins.

Jesse was thrilled that their Impala wagon was named into the Top 10. "It means so much to all the guys in the company and anybody who was involved in this project over the years," he said. "I'm also proud to see the car owner use and enjoy it after having it for so many years."

Behind-the-scenes footage, interviews and stories of the 2016 Battle of the Builders competition will be showcased in an hour-long TV special that will air 10:00 p.m. (EST), February 6, on the Velocity Network. Mark your calendars, set your DVR and tell your friends not to miss the show!

For more information, visit www.semashow.com/botb.

By Amelia Zwecher

Need to know more about recruiting superior employees? Recruiting and hiring top-quality employees is often a challenge for hiring managers and recruiters. As a recruiter, it’s essential to think outside of the box and to be willing to try different methods to achieve optimal results. Hiring an intern may be just the answer you need. Here’s an interesting myth and truth about recruiting that may help.

Myth: “Hiring interns is for employers who have a large staff, not for small business owners who are often short staffed and too busy to dedicate time to a student.”

Truth: Employers who rush to hire for open positions often find themselves looking for new talent months later. According to Forbes, a bad hire could cost a business at least $30,000 (there’s a formula to obtain this number!). A bad candidate can be worse than no candidate, so choose your employees wisely.

What’s the resolution? Maybe hiring an intern temporarily can minimize expensive bad hiring decisions, but cutting expenses shouldn’t be the only reason to hire interns.

Here’s 6 reasons you should hire an intern:

1. New perspective and fresh ideas on company issues
2. Millennials are technologically savvy
3. The position can remain short-term or become more (part-time/full-time)
4. Gain a brand advocate and positive word of mouth
5. Help to start or complete projects and other tasks that never made it to the top of your priority list
6. Giving back to the community and to youth: Supporting the future of the automotive industry is most important

Posting internships are free for all employers (SEMA members and non-members) on www.sema.org/jobs.

For more information, contact Amelia F. Zwecher, TAS, manager, career services, at ameliaz@sema.org. Also join the SEMA Employer Services LinkedIn Group for daily recruitment updates.

By SEMA Show Management

Buyers and exhibitors participating in the 2017 SEMA Show are encouraged to book hotels early for the best selection and rates.

Buyers and exhibitors participating in the 2017 SEMA Show are encouraged to book hotels early for the best selection and rates. SEMA Show management negotiates travel discounts and secures a limited number of reduced-rate hotel rooms to make Showgoers’ trip to Las Vegas affordable.

The official SEMA Show Housing Services provider is OnPeak, and booking through OnPeak provides Showgoers with benefits, such as:

1. Guaranteed low rates
2. No penalties for adjustments or changes to reservation
3. No booking, change or cancelation fees

The SEMA Show Travel & Lodging page features a frequently updated, real-time listing of the hotel deals and discounts available for the 2017 Show.

Read more about the benefits of booking through the Show’s official housing provider. 

Note: Attendees and exhibitors should be vigilant if approached by companies or services other than OnPeak that implies or claims to be an official housing provider of the SEMA Show. Management is aware of other housing companies and travel agencies that may be aggressively pursuing you or your company to book your guest rooms through their company at supposedly significant discounts.

Reservations made through an agency other than OnPeak are at your own risk. Exhibitors and attendees contacted by another housing company trying to sell hotel rooms should notify SEMA Show Management at 909-396-0289.

By SEMA Show Management

Buyers and exhibitors participating in the 2017 SEMA Show are encouraged to book hotels early for the best selection and rates.

Buyers and exhibitors participating in the 2017 SEMA Show are encouraged to book hotels early for the best selection and rates. SEMA Show management negotiates travel discounts and secures a limited number of reduced-rate hotel rooms to make Showgoers’ trip to Las Vegas affordable.

The official SEMA Show Housing Services provider is OnPeak, and booking through OnPeak provides Showgoers with benefits, such as:

1. Guaranteed low rates
2. No penalties for adjustments or changes to reservation
3. No booking, change or cancelation fees

The SEMA Show Travel & Lodging page features a frequently updated, real-time listing of the hotel deals and discounts available for the 2017 Show.

Read more about the benefits of booking through the Show’s official housing provider. 

Note: Attendees and exhibitors should be vigilant if approached by companies or services other than OnPeak that implies or claims to be an official housing provider of the SEMA Show. Management is aware of other housing companies and travel agencies that may be aggressively pursuing you or your company to book your guest rooms through their company at supposedly significant discounts.

Reservations made through an agency other than OnPeak are at your own risk. Exhibitors and attendees contacted by another housing company trying to sell hotel rooms should notify SEMA Show Management at 909-396-0289.

Like many in the automotive aftermarket industry, Herman, Liz and Tray Smith founded H&H Classic Parts after spending many years in the auto service and repair business. Located in Bentonville, Arkansas, H&H shares a passion with neighboring Walmart in providing consumers with a one-stop shopping venue.

Like many in the automotive aftermarket industry, Herman, Liz and Tray Smith founded H&H Classic Parts after spending many years in the auto service and repair business. Located in Bentonville, Arkansas, H&H shares a passion with neighboring Walmart in providing consumers with a one-stop shopping venue.

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.

Category Manager: RANDYS Worldwide is seeking a category manager to research, develop and bring to market new products and line extensions. Responsible for working with channel teams, engineering, purchasing, marketing and supply chain to seek out new products and to monetize opportunities for growth. Strong project manager with the ability to bring products from cradle to grave working within a matrixed organization. 

Auto Paint & Body Technician: South Florida's Premier classic and custom car restoration and repair facility is seeking a part- or full-time skilled auto body and paint technician with mechanical ability. We are a family-owned business that has been operating in Broward county, south Florida for more than 50 years. Candidates must be self-motivated, quick-learner, have good communication skills, be organized and able to function in a fast-paced environment.

Freelance Acquisitions Editor: CarTech Inc., a leading publisher of how-to automotive titles for the hardcore enthusiast, is looking for freelance acquisitions editors. This position will be responsible for the acquisition and preparation of manuscripts for publication based on the company's subject area and growth goals.

Mechanical Design Engineer: Kuryakyn is looking for a creative and ambitious Mechanical/Design Engineer to join its product-development team. The successful candidate will be a T-shaped designer with 4–10 years of experience in product development with a high level of Solidworks surfacing skills. Working with our interdisciplinary team, candidates will design and develop complex components for the motorcycle industry. This person will also be an integral part of the engineering team and should be able to evaluate other team members' work to ensure that the product meets manufacturing and engineering standards.

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.

Category Manager: RANDYS Worldwide is seeking a category manager to research, develop and bring to market new products and line extensions. Responsible for working with channel teams, engineering, purchasing, marketing and supply chain to seek out new products and to monetize opportunities for growth. Strong project manager with the ability to bring products from cradle to grave working within a matrixed organization. 

Auto Paint & Body Technician: South Florida's Premier classic and custom car restoration and repair facility is seeking a part- or full-time skilled auto body and paint technician with mechanical ability. We are a family-owned business that has been operating in Broward county, south Florida for more than 50 years. Candidates must be self-motivated, quick-learner, have good communication skills, be organized and able to function in a fast-paced environment.

Freelance Acquisitions Editor: CarTech Inc., a leading publisher of how-to automotive titles for the hardcore enthusiast, is looking for freelance acquisitions editors. This position will be responsible for the acquisition and preparation of manuscripts for publication based on the company's subject area and growth goals.

Mechanical Design Engineer: Kuryakyn is looking for a creative and ambitious Mechanical/Design Engineer to join its product-development team. The successful candidate will be a T-shaped designer with 4–10 years of experience in product development with a high level of Solidworks surfacing skills. Working with our interdisciplinary team, candidates will design and develop complex components for the motorcycle industry. This person will also be an integral part of the engineering team and should be able to evaluate other team members' work to ensure that the product meets manufacturing and engineering standards.