PPG bringing a star-studded lineup to 2016 SEMA Show

Mississauga, Ontario — October 13, 2016 — PPG is going full blast when it comes to celebrity appearances at the company’s 2016 SEMA Show exhibit. PPG has lined up quite a few of the automotive world’s celebrity builders and painters for the show, as well as a dazzling display of paint jobs and world-class custom cars, trucks and motorcycles.

The 2016 SEMA Show takes place November 1 to 4 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The PPG exhibit is located at booth #24601.

“SEMA is the industry’s big show, and we like being part of it,” said Cristina Fronzaglia-Murray, PPG Manager, Marketing Communications. “This is where everyone gathers to see what’s new, what’s hot, where the industry is going. And every year the painters and builders amaze us with their creative and ingenious use of PPG products. The PPG booth is open to all SEMA visitors. Come see us, meet the industry’s leaders and check out some really wild wheels.”

The PPG celebrity lineup is certainly impressive. These automotive celebrities will be signing autographs, offering painting tips and talking about their PPG product preferences. Check out the schedule below for appearance dates and times.

Charley Hutton, Charley Hutton’s Color Studio

Hutton’s colourful work has earned him four Ridler Awards, the 2015 Barrett-Jackson Cup Ultimate Best of Show award, several Street Rod of the Year and Custom Rod of the Year awards, an America’s Most Beautiful Roadster (AMBR) award and other major prizes. Hutton uses only PPG products.

Bobby Alloway, Alloway’s Hot Rod Shop

Alloway, a member of the National Rod & Custom Car Hall of Fame, builds street rods that represent absolute coolness. America’s Most Beautiful Roadster, Goodguys Street Rod and Street Machine of the Year and a Ridler honour are just a few of his awards. Deltron coatings are Alloway’s paint preference.

Tom and Mitch Kelly, Kelly & Son Crazy Painters

The Kellys are a major presence in Southern California’s cutting-edge car scene. Tom is a gifted striper and muralist; son Mitch is known for his fantastic paint designs. The Kellys choose Vibrance Collection custom paint finishes to create their extraordinary design schemes.

Darryl Hollenbeck, Vintage Color Studio

Hollenbeck is well-known to Northern California’s custom car set. He’s painted three AMBR winners and several Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance winners. His cars have also embellished the covers of notable publications including Street Rodder and Rodder’s Journal. Hollenbeck uses PPG products exclusively.

Kenny Youngblood, Youngblood Art/Motorsport Gallery

Youngblood, known as “the father of modern day race car designs,” is one of drag racing’s most talented graphic artists. His gallery showcases his work along with that of other top artists in the field. His work has been featured in numerous motorsport publications and on various TV shows including Monster Garage.

Mark Worman and Will Scott, Graveyard Carz
Worman and Scott can be seen on Graveyard Carz, a reality show on the Velocity Channel that focuses on Worman’s collision shop, Welby’s Car Care in Springfield, Oregon. Worman is the shop owner; Scott is the painter. They work primarily on Plymouth and Dodge muscle cars. PPG is their paint of choice.

Racer Joey Logano, Team Penske NASCAR Sprint Series driver, along with a representative from John Force Racing—drag racing’s foremost team, will also be in the booth sharing on-track adventures. Both teams use PPG products for their cars.

In addition to the stars listed above, PPG’s SEMA exhibit will showcase an array of stunning cars, trucks and bikes:

· Charley Hutton’s Ridler award winner “Olds Cool”

· Darryl Hollenbeck’s Ford, named America’s Most Beautiful Roadster

· Ryan Korek’s merlot red International pickup dubbed “Eight Dollar Corn”

· Jerry Kjensrud’s Chevy, “Halo,” Grand National Roadster Show award winner

· Nathan Curry’s debut of his tribute motorcycle

· Joe Ballard’s multiple award-winning tribute custom bike

PPG Celebrity Appearance Schedule

Tuesday – Nov. 1

10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Charley Hutton, Charley Hutton’s Color Studio

11 a.m. – 12 noon