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The 26th Annual AETC® Is Just Three Weeks Away

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For more than a quarter century AETC® has brought together the brightest minds in the performance industry. Seats for this year’s event are still available, but are going fast.

Aftermarket performance professionals and enthusiasts have just three weeks to make plans to attend the industry-renowned Advanced Engineering Technology ConferenceTM. Each year AETC® provides an opportunity for engine builders, design engineers, business owners, parts manufacturers, racers and media members to come together for the exchange of the latest engineering ideas. The 2015 event is slated to take place at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis on December 8-9, just prior to the PRI Trade Show. Attendees will hear presentations on topics ranging from piston design to proper cooling. They will also have the chance to spend one-on-one time with presenters, leading to personal connections and a wealth of knowledge that no other event can provide in just two days. A total of $30,000 in prizes and certificates are up for grabs over the course of the program as well.

Notable speakers include Jon Kaase of Jon Kaase Race Engines, Bill McKnight of MAHLE Clevite Inc. and Jim McFarland from E3 Spark Plugs, among a host of notable others. Motor State Distributing is this year’s title sponsor, with Performance Racing Industry serving as a partner in presenting. Platinum-level sponsors include COMP Cams, Mahle, Diamond Pistons and E3 Spark Plugs. Two dozen other brands have also signed on as gold- and silver-level supporters.

Registration is $399.95; spots are filling up quickly.

The 26th Annual AETC® Will Be Held December 8-9 In Indianapolis

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AETC_2015Now more than a quarter-century old, the Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™ has become the premier meeting place for the exchange of engineering information and new technology trends. The nation’s top engine builders and performance industry experts will descend on Indianapolis, Indiana, in December for the 2015 edition.

Once again, this year’s AETC® is slated to take place just prior to the PRI Trade Show on December 8-9 at the Indiana Convention Center. The conference brings together a wide variety of engine builders, design engineers, business owners, media members, parts manufacturers and racers. Seminars on front-line engineering topics by some of the brightest minds in the performance industry fill the two-day conference, while a variety of networking opportunities encourage the exchange of information and relationship building. A total of $30,000 in prizes and certificates are presented throughout.

The 26th Annual Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™ is presented by Motor State Distributing and Performance Racing Industry, with more sponsors to be unveiled soon. The 2015 list of speakers is coming together and will include a wide range of notable performance experts. Registration is currently open, with individual spots available for $399.95. For more information and to register, visit http://www.aetconline.com/register.

2015 AETC Date Announced

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The 26th annual AETC conference will take place December 8-9, 2015 in Indianapolis, IN at the Indiana Convention Center alongside the Performance Racing Industry trade show.

More details will follow soon. Please check back to this site in the coming days to see the full conference schedule.

Event registration is now open – Register for the 26th Annual AETC Conference

Download the event flyer (PDF format) – 26th Annual AETC Event Flyer

First List Of Speakers Announced For 25th Annual AETC

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Memphis, TN – The first lineup of speakers and topics for the 2014 AETC® has been announced. As always, the conference will feature a variety of esteemed experts presenting seminars on hot topics in the performance industry.

 The 25th annual Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™ is poised to be one of the most memorable editions in its two-and-a-half decade history. The foremost event of its kind, the silver anniversary version of AETC® will bring a wide variety of industry authorities together with engine builders, shop owners, design engineers, parts manufacturers, media members and more for two days of seminars and one-on-one interaction.

The speaker list is still being finalized, but it already includes some of the best-known names in the performance world. Experts on topics including ignition, engine building, tuning and much more all will host seminars on their particular areas of expertise. A total of nearly a dozen speakers are expected to take part.

The 2014 conference is slated for December 9-10 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. As in previous years, it will take place just prior to the PRI Trade Show at the same venue. Registration is now open, but space is limited to just 350 attendees. The $399.95 fee covers both days of the conference along with lunch, admission to the PRI Show, the opportunity to win thousands of dollars worth of giveaways and irreplaceable contacts. To register, visit www.aetconline.com or call 1-866-893-2382.

Quick Facts

Event: 25th Annual AETC®
Dates: December 9-10, 2014
Location:  Indiana Convention Center – Indianapolis, IN

Presenting Speakers:

  • Fred Husher – Crane Ignition: “Understanding & Optimizing Ignition Timing Accuracy: Causes, Impact & Solutions”
  • Bill Hancock – Arrow Racing Engines: “An Engineering Guide To Creative Rules Interpretation”
  • Chris Brown – ARP Fasteners: “Explaining Proper Fasteners Strategy To Maximize Power And Durability”
  • Joe Rogers – Xceldyne Technologies: “An Engine Builder’s Guide To Understanding And Benefiting From Advance Coatings”
  • Ioannis Andrianakis – Plex Tuning: “Winning The Battle Against Knock, A Guide To Understanding Combustion”
  • Larry Widmer –ENDYN
  • Mark Chollett – Cometic Gasket
  • Bob Morreale – The Tuning School
  • Mike Giles – SuperFlow

Early Registration Is Now Open For 25th Annual AETC

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Memphis, TN – The 2014 AETC® will feature some of the brightest minds in performance engineering hosting seminars and offering personalized advice to all attendees.

The 25th annual Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™ is shaping up to be one of the biggest events in its history. The silver anniversary edition of AETC® will bring a wide variety of experts in the performance industry together with engine builders, shop owners, design engineers, parts manufacturers, media members and more for two days of seminars and one-on-one interaction. The speaker list is still being finalized, but it will include some familiar names and great surprises as well. The 2014 conference is slated for December 9-10 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. It will again take place just prior to the PRI Trade Show at the same venue. Registration is now open. Be sure to register early as space is limited to 350 attendees. The $349.95 early registration fee covers both days of the conference along with lunch, admission to the PRI Show, the opportunity to win thousands of dollars worth of giveaways and contacts that will last a lifetime. To register, visit www.aetconline.com or call 1-866-893-2382. The early registration deadline is June 1st, after that date the price will increase to $399.95.

Quick Facts

Event: 25th Annual AETC®
Dates: December 9-10, 2014
Location:  Indiana Convention Center – Indianapolis, IN
Price: $349.95 – Early Registration
Social Media Pitch: Early registration for the 25th AETC® in Indianapolis is now open – cost is $349.95 for the two-day event taking place from December 9-10
Notes:

  • Attendees have the opportunity to learn from the best engineering minds in the performance business
  • Registration fee covers lunch each day, admission to the PRI Trade Show & opportunity to win prizes
  • Space is limited to just 350 attendees – early registration is highly recommended

Early Registration Is Now Open For 25th Annual AETC®

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The 2014 AETC® will feature some of the brightest minds in performance engineering hosting seminars and offering personalized advice to all attendees.

The 25th annual Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™ is shaping up to be one of the biggest events in its history. The silver anniversary edition of AETC® will bring a wide variety of experts in the performance industry together with engine builders, shop owners, design engineers, parts manufacturers, media members and more for two days of seminars and one-on-one interaction. The speaker list is still being finalized, but it will include some familiar names and great surprises as well. The 2014 conference is slated for December 9-10 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. It will again take place just prior to the PRI Trade Show at the same venue. Registration is now open. Be sure to register early as space is limited to 350 attendees. The $349.95 early registration fee covers both days of the conference along with lunch, admission to the PRI Show, the opportunity to win thousands of dollars worth of giveaways and contacts that will last a lifetime. To register, visit www.aetconline.com or call 1-866-893-2382. The early registration deadline is June 1st, after that date the price will increase to $399.95.

Must use promo code MSAETC2014 during checkout to receive early registration discount.

 

June 2014 Issue Of Circle Track Magazine Spotlights AETC

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Every year the AETC® (Advanced Engineering Technology Conference) brings together many of the industry’s best and most innovative engine builders. Read a recap of the lessons learned from these engine gurus at the 2013 AETC® by clicking on the attached PDF from the June 2014 issue of Circle Track Magazine.

Circle Track 2013 AETC Article (Click To Read)

Speakers And Sponsors Announced For 24th Annual AETC®

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Memphis, TN – A diverse group of speakers and sponsors will be on hand at the 24th Annual Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™ from December 9th-11th in Indianapolis.

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The 2013 edition of AETC® will move to Indianapolis, IN, and be held at the Indiana Convention center on the three days prior to the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show – Monday, December 9th – Wednesday, December 11th. This year’s version of AETC® will once again provide engine builders, manufacturers, design engineers, business owners, racers and media members with a great opportunity to learn from the best and most creative minds in the aftermarket performance business. The ever-expanding group of speakers will present seminars on a wide variety of topics, speak with attendees one-on-one and share personal insight to help conference-goers learn a wealth of information in three short days. Sponsors for the 24th annual conference include presenting sponsor Motor State Distributing, partner-in-presenting Performance Racing Industry, platinum-level sponsors COMP Cams, Circle Track, Engine Masters and Total Seal Piston Rings, along with a wide variety of gold- and silver-level supporters from around the performance aftermarket. Each will be providing thousands of dollars worth of prizes and giveaways. Visit www.aetconline.com for more information on sponsors and to register. See below for the most up-to-date list of speakers.

Event: 24th Annual Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™

Date: December 9th-11th, 2013

Presenting Speakers:

  • Harold Bettes – Power Technology Consultants
  • Lee Carducci – Arrow Racing Engines
  • Cecil Stevens – Illusions Engine Development
  • Bill McKnight – MAHLE
  • Laura Shehan – Holley Performance Products
  • Jon Sams – Holley Performance Products
  • Keith Jones – Total Seal Piston Rings
  • Dan Jesel – Jesel Valvetrain Innovation
  • Vince Roman – Burns Stainless LLC
  • Ben Strader  – EFI University
  • Chris Paulsen – C&R Racing Inc.
  • Greg West – Fel-Pro Gaskets
  • Stephen Golya – Performance Motorsports
  • Dane Kalinowski – JE Pistons
  • Brian Kurn – Four Stroke Design
  • Ozzie Hutchins – Roush Yates Engines
  • Bruce Baldwin – Oliver Race Parts

New AETC® Website Debuts

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To coincide with its move to Indianapolis in 2013, the Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™ has launched a newly redesigned website.

Each year AETC® brings together engine builders, racers, engineers and media members from around the world to exchange information on the day’s most popular engine-building topics. In an effort to make information about the conference even more accessible, AETC® has recently launched an updated, easy-to-navigate website. The redesigned site features an overview of the conference and a news section, as well as a continually updated list of speakers and schedule. It also includes a testimonial section where users can read about the experiences of past attendees, and a lodging tab that features hotel recommendations as the conference shifts to its new home in downtown Indianapolis. Users can also register online. The updated website can be found at www.aetconline.com.

The 24th annual Advanced Engineering Technology Conference is slated for December 9th – December 11th and will be held just prior to the PRI Trade Show at the Indiana Convention Center. The list of speakers is already taking shape. Among those confirmed to host seminars are Lee Carducci from Arrow Racing Engines, Illusions Engine Development’s Cecil Stevens, Bill McKnight of Mahle, performance researcher and author Harold Bettes, Total Seal’s Keith Jones, Dan Jesel from Jesel Valvetrain Innovation, Vince Roman with Burns Stainless, EFI University owner Ben Strader, Chris Paulsen of C&R Racing and Laura Sheehan and John Sams of Holley Performance Products.

The 24th Annual AETC® Moves To Indianapolis In December 2013

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Memphis, TN – After a successful eight-year run in Orlando, the 24th Annual Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™ will move to Indianapolis in 2013 where it will precede the recently merged PRI and IMIS trade shows.

The lights may have just dimmed on this year’s edition of the Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™, but preparations are already well underway for next year’s event. Be sure to mark your calendars for December 9th – 11th, 2013, as AETC® shifts to its new home in Indianapolis, IN. A stellar lineup of speakers from around the performance aftermarket is already taking shape for this historic event. Among those confirmed to host seminars are Lee Carducci from Arrow Racing Engines,  Illusions Engine Development’s Cecil Stevens, Bill McKnight of Mahle, performance researcher and author Harold Bettes, Total Seal’s Keith Jones and Dan Jesel of Jesel Valvetrain Innovation. The three-day conference will take place at the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis preceding the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show, which next year relocates to Indy after its merger with the International Motorsports Industry Show, better known as IMIS.

The newly centralized location of AETC® is sure to attract engine builders, racers, performance enthusiasts and media members from around the country. The topic is yet to be announced, but be sure to log on to www.aetconline.com throughout the year for continually updated information and a variety of special discount rates on registration.

Attendees ask questions during the 2012 AETC®

Attendees ask questions during the 2012 AETC®

About AETC®

The Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™ (AETC®) was originally conceived to provide an independent and unbiased forum for the exchange of the latest engine technology. The AETC® was started in 1989 by the founder and then owner of SuperFlow. The AETC® was originally held in Colorado Springs, Colorado, until it was moved to its current location in 2005 to precede the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show. The annual conference continues to be a must-attend event for engine builders, racers, engineers, salesmen, media and gearheads of all backgrounds and interests. For more information about the Advanced Engineering Technology Conference™, visit us online at www.aetconline.com, or call us at 1.866.893.2382. Also follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/AETCconference or Twitter at twitter.com/AETCOnline, and visit our YouTube channel at youtube.com/AETCOnline.

Media Contact: Tammy Holland, info@aetconline.com, 1.866.893.2382