The shooters at KGP Photography caught what may very well be the pace car for the 2013 Indy 500—this C7 Corvette sporting a slew of safety lighting and curiously covered lower side sills—testing at GM's Milford Proving Grounds.

The C7 test car stood out among other, more mundane test subjects due to the bright flashes that could be seen more than a mile away as it made its way down GM's high-speed straightaway. Up front, the C7's stock LEDs in its headlight clusters displayed a custom flashing pattern, coinciding with flashing LEDs mounted within its front grille work. The lighting array flashed in an attention-getting random sequence as seen on typical race-prepped safety vehicles.

The C7 manages to keep its sexy, svelte silhouette by placing a large light bar inside the vehicle, visible only through the rear glass. The light bar appears to be boxed in with a custom tray, which keeps the extraneous light from reflecting on the backlight, thus maintaining some degree of rearward visibility. It looks like the interior light bar application will do away with any need for an exterior, roof-mounted light strip.

As the C7 Pace Car went through its tests, the various lighting sequences were on display for short periods to ensure that all of the electronics were working.

The C7 Pace Car is finished in what appears to be its Laguna Blue hue (although it may be a custom color). The C7's lower side sills (on both sides) are covered in a white body wrap, which may very well hide a portion of its Pace Car livery, although any tell-tale decals are still MIA.

So which upcoming race will see this C7 leading the field? It's still unknown, although Corvette fan sites have been speculating whether the C7 would be eligible to pace the upcoming Indy 500, which is scheduled to run May 26. These shots may very well answer that speculation, as the timing seems spot on for a C7 Indy 500 Pace Car to be undergoing its final preparations for the 97th running of the classic American race. The Chevy Camaro Hot Wheels Edition is serving as the Official Vehicle of the Indy 500 (in a blue very similar to this C7 Pace Car).

Photo Credit: KGP Photography

The shooters at KGP Photography caught what may very well be the pace car for the 2013 Indy 500—this C7 Corvette sporting a slew of safety lighting and curiously covered lower side sills—testing at GM's Milford Proving Grounds.

The C7 test car stood out among other, more mundane test subjects due to the bright flashes that could be seen more than a mile away as it made its way down GM's high-speed straightaway. Up front, the C7's stock LEDs in its headlight clusters displayed a custom flashing pattern, coinciding with flashing LEDs mounted within its front grille work. The lighting array flashed in an attention-getting random sequence as seen on typical race-prepped safety vehicles.

The C7 manages to keep its sexy, svelte silhouette by placing a large light bar inside the vehicle, visible only through the rear glass. The light bar appears to be boxed in with a custom tray, which keeps the extraneous light from reflecting on the backlight, thus maintaining some degree of rearward visibility. It looks like the interior light bar application will do away with any need for an exterior, roof-mounted light strip.

As the C7 Pace Car went through its tests, the various lighting sequences were on display for short periods to ensure that all of the electronics were working.

The C7 Pace Car is finished in what appears to be its Laguna Blue hue (although it may be a custom color). The C7's lower side sills (on both sides) are covered in a white body wrap, which may very well hide a portion of its Pace Car livery, although any tell-tale decals are still MIA.

So which upcoming race will see this C7 leading the field? It's still unknown, although Corvette fan sites have been speculating whether the C7 would be eligible to pace the upcoming Indy 500, which is scheduled to run May 26. These shots may very well answer that speculation, as the timing seems spot on for a C7 Indy 500 Pace Car to be undergoing its final preparations for the 97th running of the classic American race. The Chevy Camaro Hot Wheels Edition is serving as the Official Vehicle of the Indy 500 (in a blue very similar to this C7 Pace Car).

Photo Credit: KGP Photography

By A.J. Carney

	SEMA's next Town Hall Meeting will be held at Bestop Inc. in Broomfield, Colorado, Wednesday June 26, from 6:00 p.m.– 9:00 p.m.

SEMA invites industry professionals to the second stop of the 2013 Town Hall tour, where members and prospective members will gather at Bestop Inc. in Broomfield, Colorado, Wednesday, June 26, from 6:00 p.m.– 9:00 p.m. for an evening of networking with local industry leaders and SEMA staff.


SEMA's Town Hall Meetings provide members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association's current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions provide members the chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face.

They also give SEMA staff valuable feedback that will help identify current benefits to enhance members' business operations and better meet their needs. SEMA has led Town Hall Meetings in several cities across the United States. We invite you to attend a Town Hall near you. 



For more information or to register, visit www.sema.org/townhall/denver or contact Andrea “AJ” Carney at 909-978-6697 or andreac@sema.org.

By A.J. Carney

	SEMA's next Town Hall Meeting will be held at Bestop Inc. in Broomfield, Colorado, Wednesday June 26, from 6:00 p.m.– 9:00 p.m.

SEMA invites industry professionals to the second stop of the 2013 Town Hall tour, where members and prospective members will gather at Bestop Inc. in Broomfield, Colorado, Wednesday, June 26, from 6:00 p.m.– 9:00 p.m. for an evening of networking with local industry leaders and SEMA staff.


SEMA's Town Hall Meetings provide members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association's current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions provide members the chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face.

They also give SEMA staff valuable feedback that will help identify current benefits to enhance members' business operations and better meet their needs. SEMA has led Town Hall Meetings in several cities across the United States. We invite you to attend a Town Hall near you. 



For more information or to register, visit www.sema.org/townhall/denver or contact Andrea “AJ” Carney at 909-978-6697 or andreac@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff 

Legislation to provide for the prompt issuance of titles to owners of out-of-state motor vehicles that are 35 years old or older was approved by the North Carolina Senate with amendments. Under the amended bill, the Division of Motor Vehicles will have 15 days to consider performing an inspection and up to 15 days more to issue the title. The SEMA-supported bill has been sent to the House Transportation Committee for consideration. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff 

Legislation to provide for the prompt issuance of titles to owners of out-of-state motor vehicles that are 35 years old or older was approved by the North Carolina Senate with amendments. Under the amended bill, the Division of Motor Vehicles will have 15 days to consider performing an inspection and up to 15 days more to issue the title. The SEMA-supported bill has been sent to the House Transportation Committee for consideration. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff 

Legislation to provide for the prompt issuance of titles to owners of out-of-state motor vehicles that are 35 years old or older was approved by the North Carolina Senate with amendments. Under the amended bill, the Division of Motor Vehicles will have 15 days to consider performing an inspection and up to 15 days more to issue the title. The SEMA-supported bill has been sent to the House Transportation Committee for consideration. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff 

SEMA-supported legislation to extend the new car emissions inspection exemption from four to seven model years has been approved by two Senate Committees and sent to the Senate floor. The bill recognizes that it is pointless to test newer vehicles, the results of which demonstrate no significant air-quality benefits. Under the bill, the state is also directed to adopt rules that allow for the use of on-board diagnostic testing equipment. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff 

SEMA-supported legislation to extend the new car emissions inspection exemption from four to seven model years has been approved by two Senate Committees and sent to the Senate floor. The bill recognizes that it is pointless to test newer vehicles, the results of which demonstrate no significant air-quality benefits. Under the bill, the state is also directed to adopt rules that allow for the use of on-board diagnostic testing equipment. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff 

SEMA-supported legislation to extend the new car emissions inspection exemption from four to seven model years has been approved by two Senate Committees and sent to the Senate floor. The bill recognizes that it is pointless to test newer vehicles, the results of which demonstrate no significant air-quality benefits. Under the bill, the state is also directed to adopt rules that allow for the use of on-board diagnostic testing equipment. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.