While identifying multiple growth opportunities for the specialty-equipment industry, the recently released “SEMA Advanced Vehicle Technology Opportunities Report” predicts specific growth potential in the area of lateral-collision avoidance systems. To better understand this advanced driver assistance (ADAS) technology, SEMA News turned to SEMA Vice President of Vehicle Technology John Waraniak.

While identifying multiple growth opportunities for the specialty-equipment industry, the recently released “SEMA Advanced Vehicle Technology Opportunities Report” predicts specific growth potential in the area of lateral-collision avoidance systems. To better understand this advanced driver assistance (ADAS) technology, SEMA News turned to SEMA Vice President of Vehicle Technology John Waraniak.

By SEMA Editors

Latest Jobs Added to SEMA Career Center

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 jobs posted to the website.

Social Media Manager: Kahn Media Inc. is hiring a social media manager to enhance the brand of its clients in the truck and off-road spaces on various social media platforms. This position will be responsible for developing and executing a social media content strategy designed to engage users and create an interactive relationship between consumers and clients. The successful candidate will have a passion for all things automotive, especially trucks, Jeeps and off-road; possess a deep understanding of the current trends in social media; be able to analyze traffic and interaction to develop more successful campaigns; and write clean copy with no typos or grammatical errors. A bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or a related field and more than two years’ professional experience in social media management are preferred.

Auto Body Repair Coach: Verifacts Automotive Inc. is hiring an auto body repair coach in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. This position is responsible for working with shops one-on-one through monthly visits and special projects. The coach’s objective is to mentor both technicians and key shop personnel and improve repair quality and processes. Coaches have backgrounds in hands-on collision repair, estimating, managing and teaching. The Ontario coach should be bilingual (French and English).

Inside Salesperson: Scat Enterprises is hiring an inside salesperson to handle incoming phone calls, both technical and customer-service oriented. This position will have a portfolio of accounts to manage and support. Some travel will be required to attend trade shows. Candidates should have a high school diploma, a passion for all things automotive and knowledge of internal combustion engines.

Performance Mechanic: Road Race Motorsports is hiring a performance mechanic to do installations, upgrades and modifications. The successful candidate must have a minimum of three to five years’ experience in road racing and motorsports and aftermarket parts and vehicle upgrades. Dyno experience is a bonus. Occasional weekend availability is required.

CNC Foreman: BluePrint Engines is setting up a CNC operation to machine cast-iron engine blocks to support its growing engine production needs. The company has six horizontal machining centers in place now and will add eight to 10 more this year. The successful candidate must be a self-starter and good at problem solving. This position will be responsible for developing the department from startup and turning it into a daily operational production line. The ideal candidate will be responsible for all aspects of operations in the CNC department, including machines, equipment and tooling selection for a growing department of 500–630 mm horizontal milling centers.

By SEMA Editors

Exhibitors of the 2018 SEMA Show can expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

Exhibitors of the 2018 SEMA Show are invited to expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list connects manufacturers with builders looking to create or complete a vehicle project.

The list, which will be updated each week in SEMA eNews, features product offers and contact information provided by confirmed SEMA Show exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product use the information to contact exhibitors directly. With each project vehicle required to be supported by a current 2018 SEMA Show exhibitor, all product-placement decisions, negotiations and agreements are the responsibility of the exhibiting manufacturer and the builder.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2018 SEMA Show only. To be included in the list, complete the form.

Exhibitors: Each submission will appear on a first-come, first-served basis. As participation increases, all submissions will also be archived on www.SEMAShow.com.

Note: For verification purposes, the Project-Vehicle Builders form must be used to participate in the program; email submissions will not be included in the list. Participation in the list does not guarantee product or vehicle placement at the 2018 SEMA Show.

View the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

By SEMA Editors

Exhibitors of the 2018 SEMA Show can expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

Exhibitors of the 2018 SEMA Show are invited to expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list connects manufacturers with builders looking to create or complete a vehicle project.

The list, which will be updated each week in SEMA eNews, features product offers and contact information provided by confirmed SEMA Show exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product use the information to contact exhibitors directly. With each project vehicle required to be supported by a current 2018 SEMA Show exhibitor, all product-placement decisions, negotiations and agreements are the responsibility of the exhibiting manufacturer and the builder.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2018 SEMA Show only. To be included in the list, complete the form.

Exhibitors: Each submission will appear on a first-come, first-served basis. As participation increases, all submissions will also be archived on www.SEMAShow.com.

Note: For verification purposes, the Project-Vehicle Builders form must be used to participate in the program; email submissions will not be included in the list. Participation in the list does not guarantee product or vehicle placement at the 2018 SEMA Show.

View the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

By SEMA Editors

Exhibitors of the 2018 SEMA Show can expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

Exhibitors of the 2018 SEMA Show are invited to expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list connects manufacturers with builders looking to create or complete a vehicle project.

The list, which will be updated each week in SEMA eNews, features product offers and contact information provided by confirmed SEMA Show exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product use the information to contact exhibitors directly. With each project vehicle required to be supported by a current 2018 SEMA Show exhibitor, all product-placement decisions, negotiations and agreements are the responsibility of the exhibiting manufacturer and the builder.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2018 SEMA Show only. To be included in the list, complete the form.

Exhibitors: Each submission will appear on a first-come, first-served basis. As participation increases, all submissions will also be archived on www.SEMAShow.com.

Note: For verification purposes, the Project-Vehicle Builders form must be used to participate in the program; email submissions will not be included in the list. Participation in the list does not guarantee product or vehicle placement at the 2018 SEMA Show.

View the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

By SEMA Editors

Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities.

• SEMA China Business Development Conference, August 15–19, 2018, Shanghai, China
• YEN Costa Mesa Networking Event, September 14, 2018, OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa, California
• YEN Pomona Networking Event, September 29, 2018, Pomona Fairplex, Pomona, California
• SEMA Show, October 30–November 2, 2018, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas
• SEMA Ignited, November 2, 2018, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas
• PRI Trade Show, December 6–8, 2018, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis
• SEMA Middle East Business Development Program, March 26–31, 2019, Abu Dhabi, UAE
• SEMA Australia Business Development Conference, May 9–13, 2019, Melbourne, Australia

For association-related travel, contact Manya Petropaki (manya.p@travelstore.com) at Travel Store USA, 949-930-9268.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org.

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.