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| Senate Resolution 513 designates July 9, 2010, as “Collector Car Appreciation Day” to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. |
S. Res. 513 was sponsored by Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus members Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) and Senator Richard Burr (R-NC). Senators Tester and Burr have been strong advocates for the automotive hobby in Washington, and S. Res. 513 reaffirms their understanding of the cultural importance of collector cars. The caucus is an informal, non-partisan group that pays tribute to America’s ever-growing love affair with the car and motorsports. The caucus recognizes the integral role collector cars have played in fostering our nation’s appreciation for motorsports.
The resolution was the result of an effort undertaken by SEMA and its councils as a means to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. Restoration businesses help save our nation’s heritage while providing well-paying, high-skilled jobs nationwide.
SEMA Vice President of Government Affairs Steve McDonald said, “We greatly appreciate the United States Senate’s recognition of the important role classic car restoration serves in our country. As Americans gather at car cruises and other events in conjunction with ‘Collector Car Appreciation Day’ on July 9, these vital contributions will be honored and preserved.”
In recognition of the day, collectors and enthusiasts will be hosting events across the country. Jim Barber, Chairman of SEMA’s ARMO council said, “Individuals, car clubs and businesses affiliated with ARMO are proud to be recognized as leaders in today’s economy. Car cruises, club gatherings and other educational events will be scheduled for July 9 nationwide. ARMO is looking forward to assisting with these events and is appreciative of this special acknowledgment by the Senate.”
Dennis Overholser, chairman of SEMA’s Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) council, said, “HRIA’s commitment to preserving and promoting the automotive restoration industry through its projects and education programs is well represented by this resolution. We are pleased that our elected officials have acknowledged our positive presence in local communities. I look forward to working with other business owners, collectors and enthusiasts to make the inaugural ‘Collector Car Appreciation Day’ a success nationwide.”
As part of “Collector Car Appreciation Day,” a variety of events are currently being scheduled to commemorate America’s time-tested love affair with the automobile. For a listing of events, contact SEMA Council Director Jim Skelly at 909/978-6690.