By Ashley Reyes Starting in 2029, vehicle manufacturers must make automatic emergency braking (AEB) standard in cars and light trucks, per the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 127. The final...
SEMA ANNOUNCES BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION RESULTS DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (June 9, 2025) – The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has announced the results of the 2025-2026 SEMA Board of Directors elections, with Norris Marshall of BluePrint Engines named Chair-Elect and Rich Butler of R&R...
Amy Beck of Hahn Auto Restoration, Shawn Dockery of BluePrint Engines, and Tony D’Antonio of D’Antonio Automotive are the council’s newest select committee members.
By Jason Chandler In an industry searching for the next generation of skilled craftsmen, the Lost Angels Career Center is answering the call. Founded by Aaron Valencia in Lancaster, California, this nonprofit organization is transforming lives through its 12-week, paid vocational training program...
By Barry Alt Are you ready to showcase your restoration craftsmanship on one of the biggest stages in the automotive aftermarket world? The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) council is now accepting entries for feature vehicles to be displayed in the ARMO booth at the 2025 SEMA Show...
SEMA's Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) has named Muscle Car Restorations as the council's newest spotlight member. Get to know the company's story in the SEMA News interview with Muscle Car Restoration Owner John Balow below. SEMA News: Tell us the story of your business. How did...
Mark your calendars! ARMO is hosting its next virtual General Membership Meeting and Panel Discussion on Thursday, June 26 at 10:00 a.m. PDT. Attending ARMO meetings is a great way to stay updated on SEMA programs and events that can help your restoration business succeed in the industry...