Education Days 2025 Presented by the Hot Rod Industry Alliance
E ach year the Street Rod Nationals offers several events and activities happening during the four days to pique the interest of rodding enthusi- asts’ tastes. One event enthusiasts have embraced each year is the series of education seminars present- ed by the Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA). HRIA is part of nine council committees each focused on their market sector making up the Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA). The HRIA
select committee is made up of volunteers from all sectors of the hot rod industry dedicated to address- ing the challenges facing the market and serving to promote and preserve the hot rod industry. During the year, HRIA focuses on educational, legislative, and communications to identify industry-specific issues, developing effective strategies and programs that will assist members in improving their business practices and procedures. One cornerstone of HRIA
Thursday, July 31 9:15-10:15am — Holley: “100 Years of Carburetors” presented by Derrick Borders. Derrick has been a Sales Manager for Holley Performance Brands since 2013 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He is a Warren East High School Graduate and has been married for 32 years to his lovely wife, Gena, and they have two kids, Mallory and Camden. Boarders has been involved and worked in the performance
industry for 20-plus years. Previously he was with Quick Fuel Technology as a Sales Manager from 2006-2013. He’s been drag racing since 1986 to current and involved in bracket racing for over 35 years. Derrick will use his expertise in carburetor building and tuning, and engine dyno tuning of race engines to help you tune your street rod or basic engine.
10:30-11:30am — American Autowire: “Tips to Choose the Correct Wiring for Your Project” presented by Marc DeMontigney. His presentation will include speakers Bob Ely (Sales Coordinator) and Glenn Forshee (Engineering Technical Support). Bob is a business develop-
ment and new account expert, and Glenn is a life- long hotrodder with an OEM background. The session will focus on tips to help choose the cor- rect wiring solution for your project, as well as ample time for Q&A to allow attendees to talk through their wiring questions.
11:45am-12:45pm — Vintage Air: “The Basics of Hot Rod & Muscle Car Air Conditioning” presented by Rick Love. Rick is currently the president of Vintage Air. He has been involved in the hot rod industry since the late ‘70s when he built his first hot rod, a ‘40 Chevy coupe, during his senior year of high school. He built several hot rods in the early ‘80s and began a small business wiring and installing A/C systems in street rods, which led to him becoming a dealer for Vintage Air products. Through this association, Rick began to work
with them on product development, which led to spending time on the road at shows and eventually a full-time position. He has been employed full-time at Vintage Air since 1998 after working with them for several years on special projects. Rick will discuss the basic com- ponents and operation of a modern perform- ance aftermarket climate control system. Seminar will also include tips on selecting the right parts and proper installation procedures to insure optimal performance and comfortable cruising year-round.
1-2pm — QA1: “Suspension 101—How to Improve Your Ride” presented by Dan Voight. Dan is a 42-year veteran of the motorsports industry. Well before that he grew up in the peak of the muscle car era of the ‘60s and ‘70s and gained a strong affection for the cars of the day. His first car was a ‘68 Chevy Nova. Other memorable rides (you know, the ones that got away and wish you had back) were a ‘68 Chevy Caprice two-door with a factory high-perfor-
mance 327 and a ‘76 Chevy Laguna S-3 slope nose. His current classic is a ‘55 Chevy 210 Delray two-door post he bought in 1982. Prior to joining QA1 in 2012, Dan spent nearly three decades working for suppliers to professional race teams and engine builders in NASCAR, IndyCar, IMSA and others. He also spent time as a spotter for a NASCAR Cup team. With all this experience Dan will discuss ways to improve your ride.
30 JULY 2025
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