By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

SEMA and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) councils announced that the next Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD) will be celebrated July 14, 2017. The date marks the eighth consecutive commemoration in what has become an annual event to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. 

SEMA and its councils will once again seek a Congressional resolution to recognize the day’s significance. The industry endeavors to preserve our nation’s automotive heritage while providing well-paying, high-skilled jobs nationwide. Intended to celebrate the classics of the past and the future, CCAD is a singular tribute to the collector-car industry and the millions of hobbyists it supports.

“The U.S. Senate first recognized Collector Car Appreciation Day in 2010 at our request and helped launch this annual event,” said SEMA Vice President of Government Affairs Steve McDonald. “As we prepare for the eighth celebration of our nation’s automotive heritage, enthusiasts and related businesses are already planning open houses, car cruises, club gatherings and educational events to commemorate the day.”

The previous resolutions were sponsored by Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chairs Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) and Senator Jon Tester (D-MT). The Senators are strong advocates for the automotive hobby in Washington, and recognize the integral role collector cars have played in fostering our nation’s appreciation for the automobile’s unique historical place in our history. The Caucus is an informal, non-partisan group that pays tribute to America’s ever-growing love affair with the car and motorsports.   

SEMA will maintain and publicize a list of scheduled events to commemorate America’s time-tested celebration of the automobile. Individuals, car clubs and business owners interested in publicizing events should contact Colby Martin, director of the SEMA Action Network (SAN), at 909-978-6721 or san@sema.org. If you are unable to celebrate on July 14, SEMA encourages events to be scheduled throughout the month of July.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

On Tuesday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host an exclusive reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.

Your support for the RPM Act before the end of the year is critical. During the 2016 SEMA Show, you can stand up for your right to race by supporting SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) and the lawmakers who support you.

On Tuesday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host a reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (Crown Room). Open to SEMA members who contribute $40 to SEMA PAC, the event will feature:

• An open bar and premium catering.
• Door prizes, including a 55-in. HDTV & Apple iPad.
• Celebrity appearances.
• Networking opportunities with industry leaders, including SEMA Chairman Doug Evans.
• RPM Act support station.

During the week of the SEMA Show, attendees may also take a stand by stopping by the SEMA PAC booth at N243 to urge their members of Congress to support the RPM Act.

For more information, or to RSVP, contact SEMA PAC & Congressional Relations Director Christian Robinson at christianr@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

On Tuesday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host an exclusive reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.

Your support for the RPM Act before the end of the year is critical. During the 2016 SEMA Show, you can stand up for your right to race by supporting SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) and the lawmakers who support you.

On Tuesday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host a reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (Crown Room). Open to SEMA members who contribute $40 to SEMA PAC, the event will feature:

• An open bar and premium catering.
• Door prizes, including a 55-in. HDTV & Apple iPad.
• Celebrity appearances.
• Networking opportunities with industry leaders, including SEMA Chairman Doug Evans.
• RPM Act support station.

During the week of the SEMA Show, attendees may also take a stand by stopping by the SEMA PAC booth at N243 to urge their members of Congress to support the RPM Act.

For more information, or to RSVP, contact SEMA PAC & Congressional Relations Director Christian Robinson at christianr@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

On Tuesday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host an exclusive reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.

Your support for the RPM Act before the end of the year is critical. During the 2016 SEMA Show, you can stand up for your right to race by supporting SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) and the lawmakers who support you.

On Tuesday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host a reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (Crown Room). Open to SEMA members who contribute $40 to SEMA PAC, the event will feature:

• An open bar and premium catering.
• Door prizes, including a 55-in. HDTV & Apple iPad.
• Celebrity appearances.
• Networking opportunities with industry leaders, including SEMA Chairman Doug Evans.
• RPM Act support station.

During the week of the SEMA Show, attendees may also take a stand by stopping by the SEMA PAC booth at N243 to urge their members of Congress to support the RPM Act.

For more information, or to RSVP, contact SEMA PAC & Congressional Relations Director Christian Robinson at christianr@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

On Tuesday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host an exclusive reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.

Your support for the RPM Act before the end of the year is critical. During the 2016 SEMA Show, you can stand up for your right to race by supporting SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) and the lawmakers who support you.

On Tuesday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host a reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (Crown Room). Open to SEMA members who contribute $40 to SEMA PAC, the event will feature:

• An open bar and premium catering.
• Door prizes, including a 55-in. HDTV & Apple iPad.
• Celebrity appearances.
• Networking opportunities with industry leaders, including SEMA Chairman Doug Evans.
• RPM Act support station.

During the week of the SEMA Show, attendees may also take a stand by stopping by the SEMA PAC booth at N243 to urge their members of Congress to support the RPM Act.

For more information, or to RSVP, contact SEMA PAC & Congressional Relations Director Christian Robinson at christianr@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

On Tuesday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host an exclusive reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.

Your support for the RPM Act before the end of the year is critical. During the 2016 SEMA Show, you can stand up for your right to race by supporting SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) and the lawmakers who support you.

On Tuesday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host a reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (Crown Room). Open to SEMA members who contribute $40 to SEMA PAC, the event will feature:

• An open bar and premium catering.
• Door prizes, including a 55-in. HDTV & Apple iPad.
• Celebrity appearances.
• Networking opportunities with industry leaders, including SEMA Chairman Doug Evans.
• RPM Act support station.

During the week of the SEMA Show, attendees may also take a stand by stopping by the SEMA PAC booth at N243 to urge their members of Congress to support the RPM Act.

For more information, or to RSVP, contact SEMA PAC & Congressional Relations Director Christian Robinson at christianr@sema.org.

By SEMA Editors

Chip Foose will talk about growing a business, finding and leveraging resources to drive success and lessons he learned along the way.

The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) and Capital One Spark Business will host a special 2016 SEMA Show event, Tuesday, November 1, from 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m., in the North Hall, Upper Level, Room N258. This exclusive event will be a conversation, entitled “A Business Fueled by Passion—Talking Shop with Chip Foose.”

During the session, legendary automotive designer and entrepreneur Chip Foose will talk about growing a business, finding and leveraging resources to drive success and lessons he learned along the way. Foose will be joined onstage by Buck Stinson, head of Small Business Credit Card at Capital One.

To attend this exclusive event and interact first-hand with Foose:

• Register yourself to pre-qualify for a ticket.
• Be one of the first 150 people on the pre-qualification list to show up to the SCRS booth at the 2016 SEMA Show (North Hall, booth #11173), on opening day, Tuesday, November 1, between 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

There is no charge to attend this event; however, it will be limited to 300 participants. Tickets will be provided on a first-come, first served basis, and are limited to one per individual.

For those who do not receive a VIP pass, the panel will be live-streamed. Follow @CapitalOne on Periscope to learn from Foose about creative ways to maximize business potential and accelerate growth.

By SEMA Editors

Chip Foose will talk about growing a business, finding and leveraging resources to drive success and lessons he learned along the way.

The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) and Capital One Spark Business will host a special 2016 SEMA Show event, Tuesday, November 1, from 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m., in the North Hall, Upper Level, Room N258. This exclusive event will be a conversation, entitled “A Business Fueled by Passion—Talking Shop with Chip Foose.”

During the session, legendary automotive designer and entrepreneur Chip Foose will talk about growing a business, finding and leveraging resources to drive success and lessons he learned along the way. Foose will be joined onstage by Buck Stinson, head of Small Business Credit Card at Capital One.

To attend this exclusive event and interact first-hand with Foose:

• Register yourself to pre-qualify for a ticket.
• Be one of the first 150 people on the pre-qualification list to show up to the SCRS booth at the 2016 SEMA Show (North Hall, booth #11173), on opening day, Tuesday, November 1, between 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

There is no charge to attend this event; however, it will be limited to 300 participants. Tickets will be provided on a first-come, first served basis, and are limited to one per individual.

For those who do not receive a VIP pass, the panel will be live-streamed. Follow @CapitalOne on Periscope to learn from Foose about creative ways to maximize business potential and accelerate growth.

By SEMA Editors

Chip Foose will talk about growing a business, finding and leveraging resources to drive success and lessons he learned along the way.

The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) and Capital One Spark Business will host a special 2016 SEMA Show event, Tuesday, November 1, from 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m., in the North Hall, Upper Level, Room N258. This exclusive event will be a conversation, entitled “A Business Fueled by Passion—Talking Shop with Chip Foose.”

During the session, legendary automotive designer and entrepreneur Chip Foose will talk about growing a business, finding and leveraging resources to drive success and lessons he learned along the way. Foose will be joined onstage by Buck Stinson, head of Small Business Credit Card at Capital One.

To attend this exclusive event and interact first-hand with Foose:

• Register yourself to pre-qualify for a ticket.
• Be one of the first 150 people on the pre-qualification list to show up to the SCRS booth at the 2016 SEMA Show (North Hall, booth #11173), on opening day, Tuesday, November 1, between 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

There is no charge to attend this event; however, it will be limited to 300 participants. Tickets will be provided on a first-come, first served basis, and are limited to one per individual.

For those who do not receive a VIP pass, the panel will be live-streamed. Follow @CapitalOne on Periscope to learn from Foose about creative ways to maximize business potential and accelerate growth.

By SEMA Editors

On Thursday, November 3, from 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., MSNBC's “Your Business” will shoot on-camera interviews with small-business owners at the 2016 SEMA Show.

The program airs weekly on MSNBC and focuses on America’s small-business entrepreneurs. Producers are seeking interviews for several segments. Click here for more details or to sign up.