With advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) standard on most new vehicles today, the aftermarket industry must be aware of how parts and accessories may affect the safety systems. But just how much do parts manufacturers need to know, and what are manufacturers responsible for? 

Find out what parts manufacturers need to know about ADAS and the federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS). During this live webinar, engineers and legal experts will explain what responsibilities manufacturers have when developing products that may affect the ADAS, including: 

1. How to determine what aftermarket parts may impact ADAS
2. If the manufacturer is liable for a vehicle’s ADAS after it has been modified
3. What the FMVSS says in relation to ADAS 
4. What actions manufacturers can begin taking today to protect the company   

Attendees will have their questions answered live.

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When it comes to insurance needs, how do builders and shop owners determine what policies are necessary and how much coverage to get? Is the existing coverage putting your business at risk? Does the language of insurance get confusing? 

Get expert advice from experienced professionals during this HRIA-sponsored webinar. You’ll learn:

• The most common mistakes builders may be making with their insurance coverage
• The different types of insurance coverage shop owners need to know about
• How often shops should reassess their insurance policies
• Definitions to insurance jargon and lingo that will demystify the process
• Questions to ask your insurance provider that will help save you money 

You’ll hear from Trent Campbell of American National Insurance and Bob Corwin of RevPro/Alliant as they share mistakes other companies have made, ways you can save money and answer all your questions.  Register now! 

A collaborative environment between men and women in the workplace is essential to building a strong, supportive environment for all professionals. In the traditionally male dominated automotive aftermarket industry, establishing an organization in which women are supported by their male counterparts fosters innovation and success.

During the second session of the three-part SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) Male Ally Webinar Series, men and women in the automotive aftermarket will hear from industry leaders as they share real-life scenarios of how men can further support women in their roles.

Justin Perret of Oracle Lighting, Mark Taylor of Kam Marketing and Randall Speir, a Senior Business Leader, will give examples of successes and failures that they have experienced while being an ally to women, provide solutions for how to improve the working relationship between men and women and share tips for how women can react to or interpret male allyship. 

EVs are part of a rapidly growing segment in the performance aftermarket. To ensure efficient product development, engineers, programmers and developers must know how to accurately assess the influence that modifications have on EV performance. Join the SEMA Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) for this live webinar and learn how to properly dyno test an EV chassis. You’ll hear from Michael Caldwell, Sales Manager at Mustang Advanced Engineering, and walk away with in-depth knowledge on:

• The difference between dyno testing an EV and an ICE vehicle 

• How to prepare an EV for accurate chassis dyno testing 

• How to evaluate the results from an EV chassis dyno test 

• How to report accurate performance increases

Caldwell has over 20 years of experience in the automotive testing business, with extensive experience and knowledge on chassis dynamometer testing. Don’t miss your chance to connect with him live. Register today!

Designing wheels can be challenging. What can designers do within the confines of a circle that will meet buyers’ need for fashion and functionality?

Join wheel designers as they share their approaches to knowing when to keep, refresh or create new wheel designs that will sell. Led by industry experts and presented by the SEMA Wheel & Tire Council (WTC), this webinar will leave you inspired for new designs. You’ll hear about:

• New design inspiration – from classic styles to cutting-edge innovations
• Key principles of the design process
• Examples of design failures and successes
• How to overcome the challenges of creating something new within the confines of a circle
• Physical challenges to designing wheels
• The lifespan of design trends

Speakers include Aston Liyanarchi (Liyanarchi Design), Scott Weiss (Konig American), Mike Lusso (Hennessy Industries), and George Finch (The Carlstar Group LLC), as they provide you the knowledge and skills necessary to take your wheel designs to the next level.

Register now to secure your spot! 

Women have been breaking barriers and making significant strides in the traditionally male-dominated automotive aftermarket industry; however, achieving true equality and inclusivity in the field still requires collective effort from both men and women.

During the first session of the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) Male Ally Webinar Series, men and women in the automotive aftermarket will learn what a male ally is, why it’s important, how it’s accomplished and key characteristics that could be helpful when encountering a situation that requires a male ally.

Wade Kawasaki, partner at Legendary Companies; Frank Vasquez, of KW Suspensions; Tara Thompson, of Dixie 4 Wheel Drive; and Rachel Speir, of RS Marqueting will share their experiences with male allyship, resources to help raise male allyship awareness and facilitation and ways to empower more people to be allies for females in the industry. 

Manufacturers, retailers and builders have an opportunity to gain exposure through sponsorships, but the partnership must benefit both parties. Understanding the give and take of these partnerships is essential to a successful experience in the sponsorship of a vehicle, manufacturer or other.

Join industry experts for a live panel discussion on the ins and outs of sponsorships and how to navigate the landscape.

You will learn about:

• Donations of product and labor in turn for exposure in different areas such as print, web, in-person events and television.
• What to expect and how to negotiate the deal.
• How to ensure you gain proper exposure and how to protect your investment if the other party does not follow through.
• How to put a deal together, protect both parties and filter out the "I just want free parts" crowd.
• Setting and meeting expectations for sponsorship.

This panel discussion is presented by the SEMA Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and features speakers Amy Fitzgerald of Cool Hand Customs, Kevin Oeste of V8 TV and Ben Tucker of Camaro Central. 

Each year, specialty-equipment market businesses turn to the annual SEMA Market Report to learn about trends in the industry. The study is an in-depth report highlighting changes from the past year, and helps to identify where the greatest opportunities are for various aftermarket segments. 

Join the SEMA Market Research team as they share and explain the findings from this new report, including details on market sizing, consumer profiles, and relevant trends in the broader economy. Using data and results from the new SEMA Market Report, you’ll learn how much consumers spent on parts in 2022, how they used the vehicles they modified, how economic and industry factors are affecting the market, changes in the vehicle population, and more.          

Download the 2023 SEMA Market Report at www.sema.org/research today. 

With nearly every new vehicle manufactured with Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), it’s important for SEMA member companies to understand the types of tests that OEMs utilize to validate and develop their ADAS systems. Knowing how these vehicles are evaluated can help engineers and product developers plan their product development processes for new products, as well as better understand the vehicle’s performance.

During this webinar, automotive aftermarket engineers and product developers will learn the types of tests performed and the way(s) data is recorded, in a very controlled manner, to accurately assess the performance of ADAS systems. 

You’ll hear from Taylor Manahan, Director of Advanced Mobility at Transportation Research Center, and learn about the types of sensors being used for these technologies, as well as the facilities, equipment, and methods used for testing these technologies. You’ll also gain an understanding of how track testing is conducted. Register now! 

Battery management systems are the key to safe EV operation, and they also affect vehicle performance and battery life. Knowing why they exist, what they do and how to use them is critical to prevent battery damage and maintain battery life when modifying an EV for increased performance.

During the webinar, you will learn how to utilize and control the battery pack in EVs, including how to control the temperature, track the battery’s state of charge and balance performance during operation. You’ll hear from Eddy Borysewicz, CEO and Founder of Revolt Systems and an expert in EV conversions, and walk away with a deeper understanding of BMS systems and the importance of proper battery care.

Borysewicz led his team to power the fastest EV on the planet in 2021, shattering world records at Bonneville for a top speed of 359 mph. Join the webinar to tap into his expertise.