By SEMA Editors

The ARMO Hot Products Showcase is a valuable opportunity for ARMO-member companies to put their product(s) in front of thousands of restoration consumers and enthusiasts at Spring Carlisle.

The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) will host an industry mixer at Spring Carlisle, Thursday, April 20, at 5:00 p.m., in the ARMO Hot Products tent, conveniently located in the middle of the fairgrounds. Network with industry friends and check out the country’s hottest restored vehicles and restoration products over drinks and appetizers. SEMA staff and council leadership will also be there to discuss council initiatives and how ARMO can benefit member companies.

The ARMO Hot Products Showcase is a valuable opportunity for ARMO-member companies to put their product(s) in front of thousands of restoration consumers and enthusiasts at Spring Carlisle. The Showcase is open Thursday–Saturday, April 20–22, and participation is included in ARMO membership.

For the cost of shipping their product(s) to the Carlisle Fairgrounds, participation benefits will include:

• Product(s) displayed in the ARMO Hot Products tent, which is located strategically in the center of the event grounds.
• Professional product photos available for their own marketing use.
• Product photos will be displayed in the ARMO booth at the SEMA Show and in a photo gallery on www.SEMA.org.

Register your product(s) now! 

In addition, if a hot product is new this year, it may be entered for an ARMO New Product award in one of nine categories:

• Reproduction of Original Replacement Interior
• Non-Original Interior
• Reproduction of Original Replacement Exterior/Trim
• Non-Original Exterior/Trim
• Reproduction of Original Replacement Drivetrain/Brakes/Suspension/Wheels
• Non-Original Drivetrain/Brakes/Suspension/Wheels
• Reproduction of Original Replacement Engine/Engine Component
• Non-Original Engine/Engine Component
• Accessary Item (i.e., 8-track tape, record player, bud vase, etc.)

New Product Awards provide yet another marketing opportunity for ARMO-member companies. Judging is Thursday, April 20, and winners will be announced that evening at the ARMO Industry Mixer, held in the tent. Formal award presentations will be made at the ARMO Awards Reception at the 2017 SEMA Show.

For more information, contact Council Director Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690 or jimsk@sema.org.

By SEMA Editors

The ARMO Hot Products Showcase is a valuable opportunity for ARMO-member companies to put their product(s) in front of thousands of restoration consumers and enthusiasts at Spring Carlisle.

The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) will host an industry mixer at Spring Carlisle, Thursday, April 20, at 5:00 p.m., in the ARMO Hot Products tent, conveniently located in the middle of the fairgrounds. Network with industry friends and check out the country’s hottest restored vehicles and restoration products over drinks and appetizers. SEMA staff and council leadership will also be there to discuss council initiatives and how ARMO can benefit member companies.

The ARMO Hot Products Showcase is a valuable opportunity for ARMO-member companies to put their product(s) in front of thousands of restoration consumers and enthusiasts at Spring Carlisle. The Showcase is open Thursday–Saturday, April 20–22, and participation is included in ARMO membership.

For the cost of shipping their product(s) to the Carlisle Fairgrounds, participation benefits will include:

• Product(s) displayed in the ARMO Hot Products tent, which is located strategically in the center of the event grounds.
• Professional product photos available for their own marketing use.
• Product photos will be displayed in the ARMO booth at the SEMA Show and in a photo gallery on www.SEMA.org.

Register your product(s) now! 

In addition, if a hot product is new this year, it may be entered for an ARMO New Product award in one of nine categories:

• Reproduction of Original Replacement Interior
• Non-Original Interior
• Reproduction of Original Replacement Exterior/Trim
• Non-Original Exterior/Trim
• Reproduction of Original Replacement Drivetrain/Brakes/Suspension/Wheels
• Non-Original Drivetrain/Brakes/Suspension/Wheels
• Reproduction of Original Replacement Engine/Engine Component
• Non-Original Engine/Engine Component
• Accessary Item (i.e., 8-track tape, record player, bud vase, etc.)

New Product Awards provide yet another marketing opportunity for ARMO-member companies. Judging is Thursday, April 20, and winners will be announced that evening at the ARMO Industry Mixer, held in the tent. Formal award presentations will be made at the ARMO Awards Reception at the 2017 SEMA Show.

For more information, contact Council Director Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690 or jimsk@sema.org.

By SEMA Editors

The latest tech alert from the SEMA Garage and Emerging Trends and Technology Network (ETTN) covers the five levels of vehicle automation for connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and SAE International.

The latest tech alert from the SEMA Garage and Emerging Trends and Technology Network (ETTN) covers the five levels of vehicle automation for connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and SAE International.

Each succeeding level of automation, from zero to four, builds increasing vehicle connectivity and autonomy functionality. Many new vehicles and aftermarket systems are already at Level 2 and approaching Level 3 with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). By the year 2020, 80% of vehicles will have connected car features.

The five levels of vehicle automation include:

• No Automation (Level 0): The driver is in complete and sole control of the primary vehicle controls—brakes, steering, throttle and motive power—at all times.
• Function-Specific Automation (Level 1): Automation at this level involves one or more specific control functions. Examples include electronic stability control or pre-charged brakes, where the vehicle automatically assists with braking to enable the driver to retain control of the vehicle or stop faster than possible if acting alone.
• Combined Function Automation (Level 2): This level involves automation of at least two primary control functions designed to work in unison to relieve the driver of control of those functions. An example of combined functions enabling a Level 2 system is adaptive cruise control in combination with lane centering.
• Limited Self-Driving Automation (Level 3): Vehicles at this level of automation enable the driver to cede full control of all safety-critical functions under certain traffic or environmental conditions to rely on the vehicle to monitor changes in those conditions requiring transition back to driver control. The driver is expected to be available for occasional control, but with sufficient transition time. The Google car is an example of limited self-driving automation.
• Full Self-Driving Automation (Level 4): The vehicle is designed to perform all safety-critical driving functions and monitor roadway conditions for an entire trip. Such a design anticipates that the driver will provide destination or navigation input, but is not expected to be available for control at any time during the trip. This includes both occupied and unoccupied vehicles. While full Level 4 and 5 autonomous vehicle markets are still “blue-sky” markets, more than 80% of cars are forecast to have connected car features by 2020 and a survey shows that 59% of respondents said that connected features influenced their vehicle choice. Performance vehicles, such as the new Ford GT and Nissan GTR, are accelerating the deployment of CAV vehicle technologies and systems. Performance and automated-driving systems blend advanced technology problem solving with brand halo equity to drive the industry forward.

View the full resource alert.

For more information on the ETTN, contact Bryan Harrison at 909-978-6691 or bryanh@sema.org.

By SEMA Editors

The latest tech alert from the SEMA Garage and Emerging Trends and Technology Network (ETTN) covers the five levels of vehicle automation for connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and SAE International.

The latest tech alert from the SEMA Garage and Emerging Trends and Technology Network (ETTN) covers the five levels of vehicle automation for connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and SAE International.

Each succeeding level of automation, from zero to four, builds increasing vehicle connectivity and autonomy functionality. Many new vehicles and aftermarket systems are already at Level 2 and approaching Level 3 with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). By the year 2020, 80% of vehicles will have connected car features.

The five levels of vehicle automation include:

• No Automation (Level 0): The driver is in complete and sole control of the primary vehicle controls—brakes, steering, throttle and motive power—at all times.
• Function-Specific Automation (Level 1): Automation at this level involves one or more specific control functions. Examples include electronic stability control or pre-charged brakes, where the vehicle automatically assists with braking to enable the driver to retain control of the vehicle or stop faster than possible if acting alone.
• Combined Function Automation (Level 2): This level involves automation of at least two primary control functions designed to work in unison to relieve the driver of control of those functions. An example of combined functions enabling a Level 2 system is adaptive cruise control in combination with lane centering.
• Limited Self-Driving Automation (Level 3): Vehicles at this level of automation enable the driver to cede full control of all safety-critical functions under certain traffic or environmental conditions to rely on the vehicle to monitor changes in those conditions requiring transition back to driver control. The driver is expected to be available for occasional control, but with sufficient transition time. The Google car is an example of limited self-driving automation.
• Full Self-Driving Automation (Level 4): The vehicle is designed to perform all safety-critical driving functions and monitor roadway conditions for an entire trip. Such a design anticipates that the driver will provide destination or navigation input, but is not expected to be available for control at any time during the trip. This includes both occupied and unoccupied vehicles. While full Level 4 and 5 autonomous vehicle markets are still “blue-sky” markets, more than 80% of cars are forecast to have connected car features by 2020 and a survey shows that 59% of respondents said that connected features influenced their vehicle choice. Performance vehicles, such as the new Ford GT and Nissan GTR, are accelerating the deployment of CAV vehicle technologies and systems. Performance and automated-driving systems blend advanced technology problem solving with brand halo equity to drive the industry forward.

View the full resource alert.

For more information on the ETTN, contact Bryan Harrison at 909-978-6691 or bryanh@sema.org.

By SEMA Editors

The latest tech alert from the SEMA Garage and Emerging Trends and Technology Network (ETTN) covers the five levels of vehicle automation for connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and SAE International.

The latest tech alert from the SEMA Garage and Emerging Trends and Technology Network (ETTN) covers the five levels of vehicle automation for connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and SAE International.

Each succeeding level of automation, from zero to four, builds increasing vehicle connectivity and autonomy functionality. Many new vehicles and aftermarket systems are already at Level 2 and approaching Level 3 with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). By the year 2020, 80% of vehicles will have connected car features.

The five levels of vehicle automation include:

• No Automation (Level 0): The driver is in complete and sole control of the primary vehicle controls—brakes, steering, throttle and motive power—at all times.
• Function-Specific Automation (Level 1): Automation at this level involves one or more specific control functions. Examples include electronic stability control or pre-charged brakes, where the vehicle automatically assists with braking to enable the driver to retain control of the vehicle or stop faster than possible if acting alone.
• Combined Function Automation (Level 2): This level involves automation of at least two primary control functions designed to work in unison to relieve the driver of control of those functions. An example of combined functions enabling a Level 2 system is adaptive cruise control in combination with lane centering.
• Limited Self-Driving Automation (Level 3): Vehicles at this level of automation enable the driver to cede full control of all safety-critical functions under certain traffic or environmental conditions to rely on the vehicle to monitor changes in those conditions requiring transition back to driver control. The driver is expected to be available for occasional control, but with sufficient transition time. The Google car is an example of limited self-driving automation.
• Full Self-Driving Automation (Level 4): The vehicle is designed to perform all safety-critical driving functions and monitor roadway conditions for an entire trip. Such a design anticipates that the driver will provide destination or navigation input, but is not expected to be available for control at any time during the trip. This includes both occupied and unoccupied vehicles. While full Level 4 and 5 autonomous vehicle markets are still “blue-sky” markets, more than 80% of cars are forecast to have connected car features by 2020 and a survey shows that 59% of respondents said that connected features influenced their vehicle choice. Performance vehicles, such as the new Ford GT and Nissan GTR, are accelerating the deployment of CAV vehicle technologies and systems. Performance and automated-driving systems blend advanced technology problem solving with brand halo equity to drive the industry forward.

View the full resource alert.

For more information on the ETTN, contact Bryan Harrison at 909-978-6691 or bryanh@sema.org.

By SEMA Editors

The latest tech alert from the SEMA Garage and Emerging Trends and Technology Network (ETTN) covers the five levels of vehicle automation for connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and SAE International.

The latest tech alert from the SEMA Garage and Emerging Trends and Technology Network (ETTN) covers the five levels of vehicle automation for connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and SAE International.

Each succeeding level of automation, from zero to four, builds increasing vehicle connectivity and autonomy functionality. Many new vehicles and aftermarket systems are already at Level 2 and approaching Level 3 with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). By the year 2020, 80% of vehicles will have connected car features.

The five levels of vehicle automation include:

• No Automation (Level 0): The driver is in complete and sole control of the primary vehicle controls—brakes, steering, throttle and motive power—at all times.
• Function-Specific Automation (Level 1): Automation at this level involves one or more specific control functions. Examples include electronic stability control or pre-charged brakes, where the vehicle automatically assists with braking to enable the driver to retain control of the vehicle or stop faster than possible if acting alone.
• Combined Function Automation (Level 2): This level involves automation of at least two primary control functions designed to work in unison to relieve the driver of control of those functions. An example of combined functions enabling a Level 2 system is adaptive cruise control in combination with lane centering.
• Limited Self-Driving Automation (Level 3): Vehicles at this level of automation enable the driver to cede full control of all safety-critical functions under certain traffic or environmental conditions to rely on the vehicle to monitor changes in those conditions requiring transition back to driver control. The driver is expected to be available for occasional control, but with sufficient transition time. The Google car is an example of limited self-driving automation.
• Full Self-Driving Automation (Level 4): The vehicle is designed to perform all safety-critical driving functions and monitor roadway conditions for an entire trip. Such a design anticipates that the driver will provide destination or navigation input, but is not expected to be available for control at any time during the trip. This includes both occupied and unoccupied vehicles. While full Level 4 and 5 autonomous vehicle markets are still “blue-sky” markets, more than 80% of cars are forecast to have connected car features by 2020 and a survey shows that 59% of respondents said that connected features influenced their vehicle choice. Performance vehicles, such as the new Ford GT and Nissan GTR, are accelerating the deployment of CAV vehicle technologies and systems. Performance and automated-driving systems blend advanced technology problem solving with brand halo equity to drive the industry forward.

View the full resource alert.

For more information on the ETTN, contact Bryan Harrison at 909-978-6691 or bryanh@sema.org.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company enables employees to participate in webinars, access free market research, join SEMA committees and more.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company enables employees to participate in webinars, access free market research, join SEMA committees and more.

By Katie Carson

Marla Moore	Ian Lehn	Tammy Holland	BJ Elmore
Jason Bruce	Sean Crawford	Kathryn Reinhardt	Erika Garcia
Ellen McKoy	Dino Perfetti	Camee Edelbrock	Lana Chrisman
Greg Parker	Tyson Boyer	Rory Connell	Kirstin Stone

Eight of SEMA’s councils and networks—which represent automotive aftermarket industry niches by providing programs, events and resources aimed to create community and drive market segments forward—will have new leadership beginning beginning July 1, 2017. Each council and network has a select committee made up of elected industry professionals who volunteer their time to create initiatives based on industry needs and use SEMA resources to produce membership benefits.

Each chairperson serves a two-year term, while a new chair-elect is appointed from the select committee every other year. The following groups will have new leadership beginning July 1, 2017:

ETTN

Chair: Marla Moore, Coker Tire Co. Inc.
Chair-elect: Ian Lehn, BOOSTane

HRIA

Chair: Tammy Holland, COMP Performance Group
Chair-elect: BJ Elmore, Ridetech/Air Ride Technologies

MPMC

Chair: Jason Bruce, Holley Performance Products
Chair-elect: Sean Crawford, JE Pistons

TORA

Chair: Kathryn Reinhardt, MagnaFlow
Chair-elect: Erika Garcia, BOLT Locks by STRATTEC

PRO

Chair: Ellen McKoy, EMK Marketing
Chair-elect: Dino Perfetti, Automotive Concepts

SBN

Chair: Camee Edelbrock
Chair-elect: Lana Chrisman, McLeod Racing

WTC

Chair: Greg Parker, Wegmann Automotive
Chair-elect: Tyson Boyer, Dill Air Controls  

YEN

Chair: Rory Connell, Advanced Accessory Concepts
Chair-elect: Kirstin Stone, TCI Automotive

By Katie Carson

Marla Moore	Ian Lehn	Tammy Holland	BJ Elmore
Jason Bruce	Sean Crawford	Kathryn Reinhardt	Erika Garcia
Ellen McKoy	Dino Perfetti	Camee Edelbrock	Lana Chrisman
Greg Parker	Tyson Boyer	Rory Connell	Kirstin Stone

Eight of SEMA’s councils and networks—which represent automotive aftermarket industry niches by providing programs, events and resources aimed to create community and drive market segments forward—will have new leadership beginning beginning July 1, 2017. Each council and network has a select committee made up of elected industry professionals who volunteer their time to create initiatives based on industry needs and use SEMA resources to produce membership benefits.

Each chairperson serves a two-year term, while a new chair-elect is appointed from the select committee every other year. The following groups will have new leadership beginning July 1, 2017:

ETTN

Chair: Marla Moore, Coker Tire Co. Inc.
Chair-elect: Ian Lehn, BOOSTane

HRIA

Chair: Tammy Holland, COMP Performance Group
Chair-elect: BJ Elmore, Ridetech/Air Ride Technologies

MPMC

Chair: Jason Bruce, Holley Performance Products
Chair-elect: Sean Crawford, JE Pistons

TORA

Chair: Kathryn Reinhardt, MagnaFlow
Chair-elect: Erika Garcia, BOLT Locks by STRATTEC

PRO

Chair: Ellen McKoy, EMK Marketing
Chair-elect: Dino Perfetti, Automotive Concepts

SBN

Chair: Camee Edelbrock
Chair-elect: Lana Chrisman, McLeod Racing

WTC

Chair: Greg Parker, Wegmann Automotive
Chair-elect: Tyson Boyer, Dill Air Controls  

YEN

Chair: Rory Connell, Advanced Accessory Concepts
Chair-elect: Kirstin Stone, TCI Automotive