By SEMA Editors

	The SEMA Garage will expand its services to members by offering logistical and support services that will streamline the process of applying for and receiving Executive Orders (EOs).

SEMA has initiated a search for a newly created position at the SEMA Garage.

The SEMA Garage will expand its services to members by offering logistical and support services that will streamline the process of applying for and receiving Executive Orders (EOs).

The Compliance Center manager will be the conduit for E.O. Application “packages” that meet all the documentation requirements to obtain and E.O. from the California Air Resources Board (CARB).  Specific responsibilities will include preparing final documentation for submission to CARB as well as act as an intermediary between CARB staff and the E.O. applicant.

The ideal candidate will have a detailed knowledge of the current CARB Executive Order Process, extensive and thorough experience in obtaining Executives Orders. A working relationship with CARB El Monte Compliance Staff is highly recommended.

The position will be located at SEMA Headquarters in Diamond Bar, California.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for the SEMA Garage Compliance Center manager online.

By Rebecca Butler

	The deadline for 2014 SEMA Show exhibitors to submit applications to conduct a press conference during the Show is August 1.

Applications for SEMA Show Press Conferences are due next Friday, August 1.

Hosting an official press conference can be effective in reaching a large number of media and building relationships. They are, however, a great deal of work and require a large amount of time and effort. Read "What Exhibitors Need to Know Before Hosting a SEMA Show Press Conference" to help you determine whether a press conference is right for you.

SEMA will publish a Media Conference Schedule to be distributed to all attending journalists and posted on www.SEMAShow.com. As a reminder, having a press conference does not guarantee that media will be in attendance and does not entitle exhibitors to receive any media lists.

Due to time limitations, all media conference topics must be pre-approved by SEMA. Press conference topics must be newsworthy. New-Product announcements will only be considered if the product is completely new to the Industry, not just to your company.

Learn more about hosting a successful press conference.

Submit a press conference application.

Upon submitting an application, an automatic message will be emailed to confirm the application was received. If you do not receive a confirmation email, contact Monika Earle at monikae@sema.org, as there may have been technical problems.

For general information or questions about SEMA Show press conferences, contact monikae@sema.org.

By Rebecca Butler

	The deadline for 2014 SEMA Show exhibitors to submit applications to conduct a press conference during the Show is August 1.

Applications for SEMA Show Press Conferences are due next Friday, August 1.

Hosting an official press conference can be effective in reaching a large number of media and building relationships. They are, however, a great deal of work and require a large amount of time and effort. Read "What Exhibitors Need to Know Before Hosting a SEMA Show Press Conference" to help you determine whether a press conference is right for you.

SEMA will publish a Media Conference Schedule to be distributed to all attending journalists and posted on www.SEMAShow.com. As a reminder, having a press conference does not guarantee that media will be in attendance and does not entitle exhibitors to receive any media lists.

Due to time limitations, all media conference topics must be pre-approved by SEMA. Press conference topics must be newsworthy. New-Product announcements will only be considered if the product is completely new to the Industry, not just to your company.

Learn more about hosting a successful press conference.

Submit a press conference application.

Upon submitting an application, an automatic message will be emailed to confirm the application was received. If you do not receive a confirmation email, contact Monika Earle at monikae@sema.org, as there may have been technical problems.

For general information or questions about SEMA Show press conferences, contact monikae@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

On July 11, 2014, SEMA members joined with SEMA staff and thousands of enthusiasts to celebrate the fifth annual Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). A wide range of official events were held in the United States, Canada and Australia to commemorate the day, designated by a SEMA-requested U.S. Senate Resolution 493 (S. Res. 493) sponsored by Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT), Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Sen. Mark Begich (D-AK).

The U.S. Senate Resolution recognizes “that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.” Lawmakers in states, counties and local areas all over the country and Canada followed the Senate’s lead. The states of California, Louisiana and New Mexico, along with the Canadian Provinces of British Columbia, Manitoba and Nova Scotia, adopted their own resolution commemorating the day.

Intended to celebrate the classics of the past and the future, the nearly 150 official events included car club cruise-ins, open houses at SEMA-member companies, specialty shows at automobile museums and “drive your collector car to work” displays. Scores of other unofficial events included car shows, picnics and “holiday sales” in honor of the occasion.

CCAD is supported by SEMA and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) councils. Read a detailed summary of the events held across the nation.

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is posting a recap of CCAD events worldwide in an online gallery found on the celebration's official homepage. To that end, please send us your event photos, including any that highlight the presentation of the U.S. Senate resolution. E-mail your pictures to SAN Director Colby Martin at san@sema.org with "2014 CCAD Event Photos" as the subject line. Include your event details (name, date, city, state and host) in your message as well.

Mick's U.S. Musclecars and Classics from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, celebrated CCAD, July 13, 2014, with an impressive array of vintage American vehicles.		Ben Chase of Keystone Automotive of Corona, California, drove his ’70 Chevelle to work in honor of CCAD, Friday, July 11, 2014.
On July 11, 2014, Smiley's Custom Headers celebrated CCAD in Upland, California, with a cruise at the Sizzlin' Restaurant on Route 66.		The Crazy Cruisers Car Club of Panama City, Florida, hosted their Fifth Annual National CCAD Show and Shine, Saturday, July 12, which included a visit from honorary member Russ Deane, SEMA’s general counsel.
ididit Inc. honored CCAD during the company’s Convoy To Columbus that began in Tecumseh, Michigan, and finished at the Goodguys PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio.		Volkswagen Group of America (VWGOA) hosted a very diverse collection of vehicles for their Collector Car Cruise-in in Auburn Hills, Michigan, July 11, 2014.
The City of Las Vegas, Nevada, celebrated Collector Car Appreciation Day, July 2, 2014, with many enthusiasts driving their cars to city hall to be displayed. Art Kam, president of the Las Vegas Cruisin’ Association, received the city’s CCAD proclamation that was presented during the City Council meeting.		Marc and Gary Meadors of Goodguys joined HRIA Chair Rick Love of Vintage Air and incoming Chair John McLeod of Classic Instruments to salute CCAD, Friday, July 11. The Goodguys 17th PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio, attracted more than 6,000 ’72-and-older hot rods, customs and classics to the Ohio Expo Center.
On Friday, July 11, West Virginia Delegate Gary Howell (left), chairman of the SEMA-supported State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus, spoke to the crowd at the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals about his passion for the industry and the importance of the Collector Car Appreciation Day celebration.		Coker Tire celebrated CCAD with an employee cruise-in at their facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee, July 11, 2014.
With help from COMP Performance Group and Martin & Company, the July 10 Concert Cruise-In at Fontanel included a vehicle display and tribute to the CCAD Senate Resolution live on stage in Nashville, Tennessee.		In addition to show cars, the CCAD Cruise-In hosted by Steele Rubber Products, July 11, in Denver, North Carolina, attracted Rep. Justin Saine from the North Carolina House of Representatives, President Ken Kindley from the Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director Cliff Brumfield from the Lincoln County Economic Development Association. Matt Agosta, president of Steele Rubber Products Inc. and an ARMO Select Committee member, addresses the crowd above.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

On July 11, 2014, SEMA members joined with SEMA staff and thousands of enthusiasts to celebrate the fifth annual Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). A wide range of official events were held in the United States, Canada and Australia to commemorate the day, designated by a SEMA-requested U.S. Senate Resolution 493 (S. Res. 493) sponsored by Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT), Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Sen. Mark Begich (D-AK).

The U.S. Senate Resolution recognizes “that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.” Lawmakers in states, counties and local areas all over the country and Canada followed the Senate’s lead. The states of California, Louisiana and New Mexico, along with the Canadian Provinces of British Columbia, Manitoba and Nova Scotia, adopted their own resolution commemorating the day.

Intended to celebrate the classics of the past and the future, the nearly 150 official events included car club cruise-ins, open houses at SEMA-member companies, specialty shows at automobile museums and “drive your collector car to work” displays. Scores of other unofficial events included car shows, picnics and “holiday sales” in honor of the occasion.

CCAD is supported by SEMA and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) councils. Read a detailed summary of the events held across the nation.

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is posting a recap of CCAD events worldwide in an online gallery found on the celebration's official homepage. To that end, please send us your event photos, including any that highlight the presentation of the U.S. Senate resolution. E-mail your pictures to SAN Director Colby Martin at san@sema.org with "2014 CCAD Event Photos" as the subject line. Include your event details (name, date, city, state and host) in your message as well.

Mick's U.S. Musclecars and Classics from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, celebrated CCAD, July 13, 2014, with an impressive array of vintage American vehicles.		Ben Chase of Keystone Automotive of Corona, California, drove his ’70 Chevelle to work in honor of CCAD, Friday, July 11, 2014.
On July 11, 2014, Smiley's Custom Headers celebrated CCAD in Upland, California, with a cruise at the Sizzlin' Restaurant on Route 66.		The Crazy Cruisers Car Club of Panama City, Florida, hosted their Fifth Annual National CCAD Show and Shine, Saturday, July 12, which included a visit from honorary member Russ Deane, SEMA’s general counsel.
ididit Inc. honored CCAD during the company’s Convoy To Columbus that began in Tecumseh, Michigan, and finished at the Goodguys PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio.		Volkswagen Group of America (VWGOA) hosted a very diverse collection of vehicles for their Collector Car Cruise-in in Auburn Hills, Michigan, July 11, 2014.
The City of Las Vegas, Nevada, celebrated Collector Car Appreciation Day, July 2, 2014, with many enthusiasts driving their cars to city hall to be displayed. Art Kam, president of the Las Vegas Cruisin’ Association, received the city’s CCAD proclamation that was presented during the City Council meeting.		Marc and Gary Meadors of Goodguys joined HRIA Chair Rick Love of Vintage Air and incoming Chair John McLeod of Classic Instruments to salute CCAD, Friday, July 11. The Goodguys 17th PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio, attracted more than 6,000 ’72-and-older hot rods, customs and classics to the Ohio Expo Center.
On Friday, July 11, West Virginia Delegate Gary Howell (left), chairman of the SEMA-supported State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus, spoke to the crowd at the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals about his passion for the industry and the importance of the Collector Car Appreciation Day celebration.		Coker Tire celebrated CCAD with an employee cruise-in at their facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee, July 11, 2014.
With help from COMP Performance Group and Martin & Company, the July 10 Concert Cruise-In at Fontanel included a vehicle display and tribute to the CCAD Senate Resolution live on stage in Nashville, Tennessee.		In addition to show cars, the CCAD Cruise-In hosted by Steele Rubber Products, July 11, in Denver, North Carolina, attracted Rep. Justin Saine from the North Carolina House of Representatives, President Ken Kindley from the Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director Cliff Brumfield from the Lincoln County Economic Development Association. Matt Agosta, president of Steele Rubber Products Inc. and an ARMO Select Committee member, addresses the crowd above.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

On July 11, 2014, SEMA members joined with SEMA staff and thousands of enthusiasts to celebrate the fifth annual Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). A wide range of official events were held in the United States, Canada and Australia to commemorate the day, designated by a SEMA-requested U.S. Senate Resolution 493 (S. Res. 493) sponsored by Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT), Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Sen. Mark Begich (D-AK).

The U.S. Senate Resolution recognizes “that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.” Lawmakers in states, counties and local areas all over the country and Canada followed the Senate’s lead. The states of California, Louisiana and New Mexico, along with the Canadian Provinces of British Columbia, Manitoba and Nova Scotia, adopted their own resolution commemorating the day.

Intended to celebrate the classics of the past and the future, the nearly 150 official events included car club cruise-ins, open houses at SEMA-member companies, specialty shows at automobile museums and “drive your collector car to work” displays. Scores of other unofficial events included car shows, picnics and “holiday sales” in honor of the occasion.

CCAD is supported by SEMA and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) councils. Read a detailed summary of the events held across the nation.

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is posting a recap of CCAD events worldwide in an online gallery found on the celebration's official homepage. To that end, please send us your event photos, including any that highlight the presentation of the U.S. Senate resolution. E-mail your pictures to SAN Director Colby Martin at san@sema.org with "2014 CCAD Event Photos" as the subject line. Include your event details (name, date, city, state and host) in your message as well.

Mick's U.S. Musclecars and Classics from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, celebrated CCAD, July 13, 2014, with an impressive array of vintage American vehicles.		Ben Chase of Keystone Automotive of Corona, California, drove his ’70 Chevelle to work in honor of CCAD, Friday, July 11, 2014.
On July 11, 2014, Smiley's Custom Headers celebrated CCAD in Upland, California, with a cruise at the Sizzlin' Restaurant on Route 66.		The Crazy Cruisers Car Club of Panama City, Florida, hosted their Fifth Annual National CCAD Show and Shine, Saturday, July 12, which included a visit from honorary member Russ Deane, SEMA’s general counsel.
ididit Inc. honored CCAD during the company’s Convoy To Columbus that began in Tecumseh, Michigan, and finished at the Goodguys PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio.		Volkswagen Group of America (VWGOA) hosted a very diverse collection of vehicles for their Collector Car Cruise-in in Auburn Hills, Michigan, July 11, 2014.
The City of Las Vegas, Nevada, celebrated Collector Car Appreciation Day, July 2, 2014, with many enthusiasts driving their cars to city hall to be displayed. Art Kam, president of the Las Vegas Cruisin’ Association, received the city’s CCAD proclamation that was presented during the City Council meeting.		Marc and Gary Meadors of Goodguys joined HRIA Chair Rick Love of Vintage Air and incoming Chair John McLeod of Classic Instruments to salute CCAD, Friday, July 11. The Goodguys 17th PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio, attracted more than 6,000 ’72-and-older hot rods, customs and classics to the Ohio Expo Center.
On Friday, July 11, West Virginia Delegate Gary Howell (left), chairman of the SEMA-supported State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus, spoke to the crowd at the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals about his passion for the industry and the importance of the Collector Car Appreciation Day celebration.		Coker Tire celebrated CCAD with an employee cruise-in at their facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee, July 11, 2014.
With help from COMP Performance Group and Martin & Company, the July 10 Concert Cruise-In at Fontanel included a vehicle display and tribute to the CCAD Senate Resolution live on stage in Nashville, Tennessee.		In addition to show cars, the CCAD Cruise-In hosted by Steele Rubber Products, July 11, in Denver, North Carolina, attracted Rep. Justin Saine from the North Carolina House of Representatives, President Ken Kindley from the Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director Cliff Brumfield from the Lincoln County Economic Development Association. Matt Agosta, president of Steele Rubber Products Inc. and an ARMO Select Committee member, addresses the crowd above.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

On July 11, 2014, SEMA members joined with SEMA staff and thousands of enthusiasts to celebrate the fifth annual Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). A wide range of official events were held in the United States, Canada and Australia to commemorate the day, designated by a SEMA-requested U.S. Senate Resolution 493 (S. Res. 493) sponsored by Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT), Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Sen. Mark Begich (D-AK).

The U.S. Senate Resolution recognizes “that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.” Lawmakers in states, counties and local areas all over the country and Canada followed the Senate’s lead. The states of California, Louisiana and New Mexico, along with the Canadian Provinces of British Columbia, Manitoba and Nova Scotia, adopted their own resolution commemorating the day.

Intended to celebrate the classics of the past and the future, the nearly 150 official events included car club cruise-ins, open houses at SEMA-member companies, specialty shows at automobile museums and “drive your collector car to work” displays. Scores of other unofficial events included car shows, picnics and “holiday sales” in honor of the occasion.

CCAD is supported by SEMA and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) councils. Read a detailed summary of the events held across the nation.

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is posting a recap of CCAD events worldwide in an online gallery found on the celebration's official homepage. To that end, please send us your event photos, including any that highlight the presentation of the U.S. Senate resolution. E-mail your pictures to SAN Director Colby Martin at san@sema.org with "2014 CCAD Event Photos" as the subject line. Include your event details (name, date, city, state and host) in your message as well.

Mick's U.S. Musclecars and Classics from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, celebrated CCAD, July 13, 2014, with an impressive array of vintage American vehicles.		Ben Chase of Keystone Automotive of Corona, California, drove his ’70 Chevelle to work in honor of CCAD, Friday, July 11, 2014.
On July 11, 2014, Smiley's Custom Headers celebrated CCAD in Upland, California, with a cruise at the Sizzlin' Restaurant on Route 66.		The Crazy Cruisers Car Club of Panama City, Florida, hosted their Fifth Annual National CCAD Show and Shine, Saturday, July 12, which included a visit from honorary member Russ Deane, SEMA’s general counsel.
ididit Inc. honored CCAD during the company’s Convoy To Columbus that began in Tecumseh, Michigan, and finished at the Goodguys PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio.		Volkswagen Group of America (VWGOA) hosted a very diverse collection of vehicles for their Collector Car Cruise-in in Auburn Hills, Michigan, July 11, 2014.
The City of Las Vegas, Nevada, celebrated Collector Car Appreciation Day, July 2, 2014, with many enthusiasts driving their cars to city hall to be displayed. Art Kam, president of the Las Vegas Cruisin’ Association, received the city’s CCAD proclamation that was presented during the City Council meeting.		Marc and Gary Meadors of Goodguys joined HRIA Chair Rick Love of Vintage Air and incoming Chair John McLeod of Classic Instruments to salute CCAD, Friday, July 11. The Goodguys 17th PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio, attracted more than 6,000 ’72-and-older hot rods, customs and classics to the Ohio Expo Center.
On Friday, July 11, West Virginia Delegate Gary Howell (left), chairman of the SEMA-supported State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus, spoke to the crowd at the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals about his passion for the industry and the importance of the Collector Car Appreciation Day celebration.		Coker Tire celebrated CCAD with an employee cruise-in at their facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee, July 11, 2014.
With help from COMP Performance Group and Martin & Company, the July 10 Concert Cruise-In at Fontanel included a vehicle display and tribute to the CCAD Senate Resolution live on stage in Nashville, Tennessee.		In addition to show cars, the CCAD Cruise-In hosted by Steele Rubber Products, July 11, in Denver, North Carolina, attracted Rep. Justin Saine from the North Carolina House of Representatives, President Ken Kindley from the Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director Cliff Brumfield from the Lincoln County Economic Development Association. Matt Agosta, president of Steele Rubber Products Inc. and an ARMO Select Committee member, addresses the crowd above.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

On July 11, 2014, SEMA members joined with SEMA staff and thousands of enthusiasts to celebrate the fifth annual Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). A wide range of official events were held in the United States, Canada and Australia to commemorate the day, designated by a SEMA-requested U.S. Senate Resolution 493 (S. Res. 493) sponsored by Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT), Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Sen. Mark Begich (D-AK).

The U.S. Senate Resolution recognizes “that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.” Lawmakers in states, counties and local areas all over the country and Canada followed the Senate’s lead. The states of California, Louisiana and New Mexico, along with the Canadian Provinces of British Columbia, Manitoba and Nova Scotia, adopted their own resolution commemorating the day.

Intended to celebrate the classics of the past and the future, the nearly 150 official events included car club cruise-ins, open houses at SEMA-member companies, specialty shows at automobile museums and “drive your collector car to work” displays. Scores of other unofficial events included car shows, picnics and “holiday sales” in honor of the occasion.

CCAD is supported by SEMA and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) councils. Read a detailed summary of the events held across the nation.

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is posting a recap of CCAD events worldwide in an online gallery found on the celebration's official homepage. To that end, please send us your event photos, including any that highlight the presentation of the U.S. Senate resolution. E-mail your pictures to SAN Director Colby Martin at san@sema.org with "2014 CCAD Event Photos" as the subject line. Include your event details (name, date, city, state and host) in your message as well.

Mick's U.S. Musclecars and Classics from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, celebrated CCAD, July 13, 2014, with an impressive array of vintage American vehicles.		Ben Chase of Keystone Automotive of Corona, California, drove his ’70 Chevelle to work in honor of CCAD, Friday, July 11, 2014.
On July 11, 2014, Smiley's Custom Headers celebrated CCAD in Upland, California, with a cruise at the Sizzlin' Restaurant on Route 66.		The Crazy Cruisers Car Club of Panama City, Florida, hosted their Fifth Annual National CCAD Show and Shine, Saturday, July 12, which included a visit from honorary member Russ Deane, SEMA’s general counsel.
ididit Inc. honored CCAD during the company’s Convoy To Columbus that began in Tecumseh, Michigan, and finished at the Goodguys PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio.		Volkswagen Group of America (VWGOA) hosted a very diverse collection of vehicles for their Collector Car Cruise-in in Auburn Hills, Michigan, July 11, 2014.
The City of Las Vegas, Nevada, celebrated Collector Car Appreciation Day, July 2, 2014, with many enthusiasts driving their cars to city hall to be displayed. Art Kam, president of the Las Vegas Cruisin’ Association, received the city’s CCAD proclamation that was presented during the City Council meeting.		Marc and Gary Meadors of Goodguys joined HRIA Chair Rick Love of Vintage Air and incoming Chair John McLeod of Classic Instruments to salute CCAD, Friday, July 11. The Goodguys 17th PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio, attracted more than 6,000 ’72-and-older hot rods, customs and classics to the Ohio Expo Center.
On Friday, July 11, West Virginia Delegate Gary Howell (left), chairman of the SEMA-supported State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus, spoke to the crowd at the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals about his passion for the industry and the importance of the Collector Car Appreciation Day celebration.		Coker Tire celebrated CCAD with an employee cruise-in at their facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee, July 11, 2014.
With help from COMP Performance Group and Martin & Company, the July 10 Concert Cruise-In at Fontanel included a vehicle display and tribute to the CCAD Senate Resolution live on stage in Nashville, Tennessee.		In addition to show cars, the CCAD Cruise-In hosted by Steele Rubber Products, July 11, in Denver, North Carolina, attracted Rep. Justin Saine from the North Carolina House of Representatives, President Ken Kindley from the Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director Cliff Brumfield from the Lincoln County Economic Development Association. Matt Agosta, president of Steele Rubber Products Inc. and an ARMO Select Committee member, addresses the crowd above.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

On July 11, 2014, SEMA members joined with SEMA staff and thousands of enthusiasts to celebrate the fifth annual Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). A wide range of official events were held in the United States, Canada and Australia to commemorate the day, designated by a SEMA-requested U.S. Senate Resolution 493 (S. Res. 493) sponsored by Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT), Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Sen. Mark Begich (D-AK).

The U.S. Senate Resolution recognizes “that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.” Lawmakers in states, counties and local areas all over the country and Canada followed the Senate’s lead. The states of California, Louisiana and New Mexico, along with the Canadian Provinces of British Columbia, Manitoba and Nova Scotia, adopted their own resolution commemorating the day.

Intended to celebrate the classics of the past and the future, the nearly 150 official events included car club cruise-ins, open houses at SEMA-member companies, specialty shows at automobile museums and “drive your collector car to work” displays. Scores of other unofficial events included car shows, picnics and “holiday sales” in honor of the occasion.

CCAD is supported by SEMA and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) councils. Read a detailed summary of the events held across the nation.

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is posting a recap of CCAD events worldwide in an online gallery found on the celebration's official homepage. To that end, please send us your event photos, including any that highlight the presentation of the U.S. Senate resolution. E-mail your pictures to SAN Director Colby Martin at san@sema.org with "2014 CCAD Event Photos" as the subject line. Include your event details (name, date, city, state and host) in your message as well.

Mick's U.S. Musclecars and Classics from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, celebrated CCAD, July 13, 2014, with an impressive array of vintage American vehicles.		Ben Chase of Keystone Automotive of Corona, California, drove his ’70 Chevelle to work in honor of CCAD, Friday, July 11, 2014.
On July 11, 2014, Smiley's Custom Headers celebrated CCAD in Upland, California, with a cruise at the Sizzlin' Restaurant on Route 66.		The Crazy Cruisers Car Club of Panama City, Florida, hosted their Fifth Annual National CCAD Show and Shine, Saturday, July 12, which included a visit from honorary member Russ Deane, SEMA’s general counsel.
ididit Inc. honored CCAD during the company’s Convoy To Columbus that began in Tecumseh, Michigan, and finished at the Goodguys PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio.		Volkswagen Group of America (VWGOA) hosted a very diverse collection of vehicles for their Collector Car Cruise-in in Auburn Hills, Michigan, July 11, 2014.
The City of Las Vegas, Nevada, celebrated Collector Car Appreciation Day, July 2, 2014, with many enthusiasts driving their cars to city hall to be displayed. Art Kam, president of the Las Vegas Cruisin’ Association, received the city’s CCAD proclamation that was presented during the City Council meeting.		Marc and Gary Meadors of Goodguys joined HRIA Chair Rick Love of Vintage Air and incoming Chair John McLeod of Classic Instruments to salute CCAD, Friday, July 11. The Goodguys 17th PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio, attracted more than 6,000 ’72-and-older hot rods, customs and classics to the Ohio Expo Center.
On Friday, July 11, West Virginia Delegate Gary Howell (left), chairman of the SEMA-supported State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus, spoke to the crowd at the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals about his passion for the industry and the importance of the Collector Car Appreciation Day celebration.		Coker Tire celebrated CCAD with an employee cruise-in at their facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee, July 11, 2014.
With help from COMP Performance Group and Martin & Company, the July 10 Concert Cruise-In at Fontanel included a vehicle display and tribute to the CCAD Senate Resolution live on stage in Nashville, Tennessee.		In addition to show cars, the CCAD Cruise-In hosted by Steele Rubber Products, July 11, in Denver, North Carolina, attracted Rep. Justin Saine from the North Carolina House of Representatives, President Ken Kindley from the Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director Cliff Brumfield from the Lincoln County Economic Development Association. Matt Agosta, president of Steele Rubber Products Inc. and an ARMO Select Committee member, addresses the crowd above.

Melanie Conran Promoted to Consumer Marketing Manager for Air Lift

	Melanie Conran

Air Lift Co. has promoted Melanie Conran to consumer marketing manager. Conran has been with Air Lift since 2006 in a number of creative, IT and graphic design positions. Prior to joining Air Lift, she was a graphic design and communications specialist for the Michigan Farm Bureau.

In her new position, Conran will be responsible for directing a comprehensive marketing communications program for the company’s load support division. Her duties include creative and content development for digital and print communications, PR management and implementation of strategic marketing initiatives.

Goodguys Give Away Tribute ’32 Ford Tudor

During a giveaway ceremony at the Goodguys 17th PPG Nationals Columbus, Eric Morgan of San Diego, California, drew the lucky key that started the bright yellow Goodguys Tribute ’32 Ford Tudor.

Eric Morgan of San Diego traveled to the Goodguys 17th PPG Nationals Columbus with high hopes last weekend. His father, Terry, a retired 67-year-old Goodguys member from Chula Vista, California, sent his son to Columbus to stand in for him during the giveaway ceremony for the Goodguys Tribute ’32 Ford Tudor.

Those high hopes turned into a dream come true when Eric Morgan drew the lucky key that started the bright-yellow ’32 Ford hi-boy style Tudor built in 2012 by Salt Lake City’s Kindig-It Design. The scene was electric with 33 of 34 finalists on hand (all wearing bright-yellow tee shirts) for the ceremony. Morgan was 24th in line to start the car and his key held the magic. When the V8 engine erupted to life, the place went berserk.

The Goodguys Tribute ’32 was built as a modern-day tribute to Goodguys Founder and Chairman Gary Meadors’ original yellow Deuce Tudor (the Goodguys logo car for over three decades). It features an all-steel body (donated by George Poteet) bathed in PPG “Goodguys Yellow,” a GM Performance Ramjet 350 featuring a custom intake from Arizona Speed & Marine, Hughes transmission, quick change rear end from Speedway Engineering, Wilwood disc brakes on all four corners and Billet Specialties “altered” front wheels (18×4.5-in.) and “fuelies” (18x10-in.) out back.

The interior features one-off custom Goodguys-edition gauges from Classic Instruments, Tea’s design “Posies” styled seats and a matching rear seat done in Tea’s light linen ultra-leather. The upholstery and trim work was handled by JS Custom Interior’s in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Trim Parts Acquires The Right Stuff Detailing

Trim Parts Holdings Corp. has acquired The Right Stuff Detailing and all of its assets, adding to Trim Parts’ family of top-tier restoration parts manufacturing companies.

“We like the business model of The Right Stuff because they have an unwavering commitment to high quality and great customer service that is very much aligned with our own business model.” said Mitch Williams, CEO of Trim Parts Holdings Corp. “The company is also very active in the resto-mod trend, where classic cars are being restored and modernized to make them more drivable and more enjoyable,” he continued.

The Right Stuff will continue in its location in Westerville, Ohio, and both customers and consumers should experience a seamless transition to the new ownership. The Right Stuff management team will continue in their current roles.

Betts Co. Launches New Corporate Website

	Betts Co. introduced its new corporate website, www.betts1868.com, which serves as the centerpiece of the company’s new branding initiative.

Betts Co. introduced its new corporate website, www.betts1868.com. The website serves as the centerpiece of the company’s new branding initiative to help introduce the six-generation, family owned and managed business to customers, prospects and the general public. The Betts Co. home page includes links to the websites for its three operating divisions, Betts Spring Manufacturing, BettsHD and Betts Truck Parts and Service. Visitors to the Betts Co. corporate website can download a copy of a new four-page corporate brochure, watch a company overview video, or sign up to receive the Betts Co. e-newsletter.

Kevin O’Brien, Rishi Raj Bhatnagar, Join Tire Group International

Tire Group International (TGI) announced that the company has hired Kevin O’Brien as vice president of strategic accounts for its domestic division and Rishi Raj Bhatnagar as a territory manager. O’Brien, who was previously vice president of sales for Ameriquest Transportation, has been in the tire industry for more 20 years and has a vast amount of experience in the trucking industry. Bhatnagar, who brings more than 25 years of experience in the retreading industry in the African market to the TGI, will work to continue developing and growing the African market.

Enerpulse Technologies Names Mathew Truster Aftermarket Business Unit Manager

Mathew Truster

Enerpulse Technologies has added Mathew Truster as the company’s new aftermarket business unit manager. Truster is responsible for leading the sales growth of Pulstar with PlasmaCore, the latest edition of the company’s line of Pulstar spark plugs. Truster will devise and implement the sales strategy, provide support to the company’s distribution channel partners and ensure product data information accuracy.

Truster joins Enerpulse with a diverse background in sales, including 15 years as a senior sales representative for Mantek, a division of NCH Corp.

Axalta Sponsors First State Robotics and Awards Scholarship

Axalta Coating Systems is sponsoring First State Robotics of Delaware and the Miracles of Engineering (MOE) First Tech Challenge team. Axalta awarded a scholarship to robotics team member, Noah Andrews, a recent high school graduate who is looking to start college in the fall as an information technology major, focusing on security. Andrews and some of his robotics team members provided a robotics demonstration at Axalta’s North American headquarters where he was presented with his scholarship.

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