SEMA News—February 2011
Tire Industry Showcase
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More than 190 exhibitors registered for a booth in the 2010 SEMA Show’s new Global Tire Expo—Powered by Tire Industry Association (TIA). This section of the Convention Center was dedicated to the tire industry, serving as a focal point for buyers searching for the hottest tire-related trends and products. During registration, 16,390 buyers designated their intention to explore this category, noting an interest in tires and accessories, including both passenger and light-truck applications. To satisfy that desire, Global Tire Expo exhibitors unveiled the following products both on the Show floor and in the New Products Showcase. |
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Continental Tire PN: Grabber Born from competition, the Grabber, an ultimate full-traction tire, was developed by skilled engineers and tested by off-road racers. |
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. PN: Discoverer S/T MAXX
The Cooper Discoverer S/T Maxx features Cooper’s proven and reliable three-ply Armor-Tek3 carcass construction |
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ATEQ Corp. PN: VT-55
Diagnostic TPMS tools for all models and makes |
31 Inc. Xtra Seal Smart Sensor 800/438-3302 www.31inc.com PN: 17-41001 The Xtra Seal Smart Sensor is a universal programable (OE) replacement TPMS sensor that is easy to learn/use and can be programmed in seconds. |
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Continental Corp. PN: SE10001 Big news from Continental Corp. VDO REDI-Sensor, the first true, multi-application TPMS sensor. A real game changer that simplifies TPMS. |
Continental Tire PN: ProContact Phenomenal wet-braking capacity and year-round traction combined with fuel efficiency and reduced CO2 emissions make the ProContact with EcoPlus Technology a confident choice. |
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Dill Air Controls Products PN: 8500 Ensures the use of accurate air gauges when checking tire pressure. This item is especially useful for shops that need to comply with Section 95550 of California Title 17. Made in the United States. |
Haltec Corp. PN: 590900 The Sens.It system is a programmable TPMS solution for the replacement of OE TPMS sensors. Haltec offers this system in a unique starter kit, allowing tire shops to service greater than 95% of all foreign and domestic vehicles with only two sensors. |
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Josn Electronic Co. Ltd. PN: TD5300
Three-in-one sleek 5-in. touchscreen tire- |
Josn Electronic Co. Ltd. PN: TD1400 Five-tire TPMS; 100% wireless; three-minute instant installation; improve fuel saving up to 10%; extend tire life up to 13%. |
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Orange Electronic Co. Ltd. PN: P412A
Safety device combines both a GPS and TPMS systeminto one unit. Tire-pressure warning detection |
Orange Electronic Co. Ltd. Orange Programmable Sensor System Generation 2 888/407-8767 www.orangetpmsusa.com PN: OEC30 Patent-pending TPMS scan/ID write tool combines OE scan with one-touch ID write of OE ID number onto the Orange sensor. Allows technician to bypass the auto relearn process. |
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Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels PN: 5876
The Baja Claw TTC Radial construction is state-of-the-art with directional sidebiters, mud scoops, PowerPly three-ply sidewalls and is built with |
Tire Profiles Inc. PN: A3P System The A3P System is an accurate, automotive, air-pressure system designed to meet the requirements of the new California CARB tire-inflation program. |
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Orange Electronic Co. Ltd. PN: P602B/C This multifunction TPMS system has the flexibility to retrofit onto any 2–10 wheel vehicle. Customize the display to any wheel configuration. Wireless range more than 60 ft. |
Orange Electronic Co. Ltd. PN: Simple Sensor
Eliminate 155 unique OE TPMS replacement parts to six simple sensors. Patent-pending |
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Orange Electronic Co. Ltd. PN: M205 An early-warning detection system for tire-pressure and temperature monitoring (TPMS). An easy-to-install in-tire system with a waterproof ULED display that can be seen in any light. |
Pro Chem Inc. PN: 201707 Non-flammable, low VOC, retread-safe mounting and demounting lubricant also found to be an excellent hub piloted wheel assembly lubricant. |
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RightPSI PN: 1001 RightPSI is a patented tire cap that turns orange if your tire is low, black if it is not and yellow if overfilled. Visible from 15 feet away. You fill through our product. RightPSI is the only product of its kind that can be used as a tire-pressure gauge, tire-pressure fill point and over-fill indicator simultaneously. |
Tomkins-Schrader, Plews Edelmann, Ideal Clamp Products Amflo Air Hose Reel 800/770-4639 www.plews-edelmann.com PN: 545HR-RET Amflo 545HR-RET air hose reel includes 75-ft. x 3/8-in. 300-psi polyurethane air hose with field-repairable fittings. All-steel construction. |
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Vee Rubber Corp. Ltd. PN: 33801
Passenger snow tire. Studdable for superior ice |
Bartec Total TPMS Tool Kit 866/407-TPMS www.bartecusa.com PN: WRT400TK Get started servicing TPMS. The Total TPMS Tool Kit features the market-leading Tech400+ TPMS programming tool, mechanical tool kit, and a two-DVD training program. This is the only TPMS kit that has EZ-Sensor functionality and the System Rest Clicker. |
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Josn Electronic Co. Ltd. PN: TD 5400 AX 02 Easy read-out display; 100% waterproof; 100% wireless. |
Tomkins-Schrader, Plews Edelmann, Ideal Clamp Products PN: 10444
UltraLube biobased lubricants are formulated from renewable, |
SEMA News - February 2010
Exhibitors Embrace New Show Section
Changing the look and feel of a vehicle instantly, wheels and wheel accessories remain extremely popular with buyers and enthusiasts. In fact, for the 2010 SEMA Show a total of 17,839 buyers noted a specific interest in wheels, hubcaps and related accessories on their registration questionnaire. More than 140 exhibitors were on hand to satisfy their curiosity, exhibiting in a new Show section dedicated exclusively to wheels and related accessories.
The following pages spotlight the latest innovations from those companies, as seen in the 2010 SEMA Show New Products Showcase.
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Air-Zenith World’s fastest 12-volt air compressor designed for air-ride suspensions and off-road vehicles. Backed by a two-year manufacturer warranty; 200 psi; 3.8 cfm; and 100% duty. |
American Force Wheels Available in a direct bolt-on fitment and a mirror finish, the 19.5x6.75 custom forged-aluminum wheels fit Chevy, GMC, Dodge and Ford dually trucks. |
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Alexrims Corp. High-performance forged-magnesium alloy wheels for enthusiasts. Lower unsprung weight, shortening braking distances. Offers better acceleration and traction. |
American Force Wheels
PN: AFT2212 |
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American Eagle Wheel Corp. PN: 6262-0553 American Eagle Wheel introduces the new Boss Modular Series 62 multipiece wheel in 22x10.5; available in a multitude of finishes. |
American Force Wheels 24x12 Forged Super Single Evo Wheel–Black 786/345-6301 www.americanforcewheels.com PN: AFT2412 American Force direct bolt-on Super Single wheels feature a forged-aluminum construction and mirror finish with the option of black for 3/4-ton single-rear-wheel trucks. Available in 20x10, 20x12, 22x10, 22x12 and 24x12 in. |
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American Force Wheels PN: AFZ1 American Force Big-Rig adaptors convert 8- or 10-lug 3/4- and 1-ton trucks to the big-rig semi 10-lug bolt pattern. Chevy, GMC, Dodge and Ford. |
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Delta Wheel Co. 24-in. black and machine. |
Delta Wheel Co. SIK 004 Chrome With a Black Insert 330/824-9433 www.deltawheelcompany.com PN:SIK 004 24-in. chrome with a black insert. Unique design; wide fitment range; paintable inserts. |
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American Force Wheels PN: AFM26 Available in multiple designs, the American Force 26x8.25 Titan wheel is the industry’s first 26-in. wheel for dually trucks. Custom forged-aluminum and a mirror finish. |
Enkei Wheels PN: 465-580-4838GG The ENKEI92 Classic Series wheel is made in Japan and will be available in 15x7 and 15x8 in 38 and 25 offsets. Designed with deep lips and aggressive offsets. |
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Borrani Americas PN: XR1007 Borrani X-Ray wire wheels use a patented tubeless spoke-wire system. The rim design comes in 18-, 19- and 20-in. size widths from 7.5 to 10.5 in. wide. |
American Force Wheels PN: AFX305 American Force is now making aftermarket center caps for dually trucks. Available in 1-, 2- and 4-in. heights, these caps come in chrome and black. |
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The Ultimate Wheel & Tire Plus Sizing Guide PN: BPP
The Bolt Pattern Pro. The newest and easiest way |
The Ultimate Wheel & Tire Plus Sizing Guide PN: PSGD Tire & Wheel Reverse Look Up Tool. Find what and how many vehicles a specific tire size and/or wheel bolt pattern will fit on. |
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| GWG Wheels Inc. Savanti 718/297-9600 www.gwgwheels.com PN: G19 Multi-spoke micro-chrome wheel with custom-painted inserts. |
Tenzo RacingSports/DeModa Concepts PN: TAWNU New for 2011. Available in 17 through 19 in. in black, bronze and charcoal finishes. |
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HRE Performance Wheels PN: CL-40 Single-piece forged wheel for Porsche 997.2 pin drive centerlock; 6061 T6 forged aluminum; and TPMS compatible. |
HRE Performance Wheels PN: P40-S Single-piece forged 6061 T6 aluminum wheel; custom applications; tested to TÜV; TPMS direct bolt-in. |
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Golden Apple Corp. PN: ADR48 ADR48 Sickle. Available in 19x8, 19x10, 20x8 and 20x10 offsets and bolt patterns for most Japanese, European and domestic vehicles. Utilizes LRF paint technology. |
HD Wheels PN: SW All-new original Switch wheel. By starting and stopping the standard machining process, up to 32 different designs can be ordered from this one mold. The Switch is available in sizes 17, 18 and 19. |
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IForgedPerformanceAlloys/ForgestarWheels PN: CF5 Carbon-fiber finish; deep concave profile; custom offsets; wheels are made to order; flow-formed design; technology allows the wheels to look 1-in. larger in diameter; high-quality flow-form production. |
GWG Wheels Inc. PN: G34 Split five-spokes with micro-finish paint, featuring a bold look and aggressive performance. |
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HRE Performance Wheels PN: 593-RS Custom forged three-piece wheel. Multi-spoke design; 18- to 20-in. diameters; 7.5- to 14-in. widths. |
IForged Performance Alloys/Forgestar Wheels PN: 22F15 Custom offsets; wheels are made to order; flow-formed design; technology allows the wheels to look 1-in. larger in diameter; high-quality flow-form production; and modular construction. |
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IForged PN: 22F14 Deep concave profile; custom offsets; wheels are made to order; flow-formed design; technology allows the wheels to look 1-in. larger in diameter; high-quality flow-form production. |
The Ultimate Wheel & Tire Plus Sizing Guide PN: PSG2011
The fast and easy way to determine original |
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Merceli Wheels & Mystique Wheels PN: Mystikol Wheel A one-piece wheel line that prioritizes fashion and functionality. Each Mystikol wheel is available in many custom finishes. |
IForgedPerformance Alloys/Forgestar Wheels Concave Series Legacy 714/484-1070 www.iforged.com PN: IFORGEDCONCAVE Deep concave profile; custom offsets; wheels are made to order; forged design; modular construction. |
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Player Wheel Group Custom alloy wheel. |
Player Wheel Group Custom alloy wheel. |
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Player Wheel Group PN: Shooz 011 Custom alloy wheel. |
Kyowa Designs/Concept One PN: RS-55 2010 38 55 CMBKF RS-55 matte-black machine stainless chrome lip; 20x8.5; 20x10; 22x9; 22x10.5. |
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Topline Products PN: VB9 Utilizing exclusive black + chrome finish technology, this spectacular five-spoke design features chiseled chrome spokes contrasted against black center detailing. The VB9 Sigma will be available in 17x7.5, 18x7.5, and 20x7.5 sizes for passenger applications. |
ToplineProducts PN: VR6
With lifted and stock fitments for five-, six- and eight-lug applications, the VR6–Drone showcases |
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Topline Products PN: V32 The Style V32–Skylon from Verde Custom Wheels is a modern update to the classic five-spoke design. With its futuristic look and one offset spoke, the V32 is available in 22x8.5, 20x8.5 and 18x8 sizes to fit most passenger applications. |
Topline Products PN: VE01
The VE01–Pelle wheel is available in 22x8.5 and |
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Topline Products
PN: V35 |
Wheelware Software Interactive vehicle design software that displays, markets and sells aftermarket wheels, tires and accessories. |
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Topline Products PN: VE03 Envy Style presents the bold yet seemingly timeless VE03–Monolyth with its revolutionary two-spoke pattern. Featuring clean lines and a subtle bezel, the Monolyth is available in 20x8.5 and 22x8.5 sizes. |
Topline Products PN: V33
The Thorax features a machined face with intricate detailing along the spokes flowing into a smooth black lip. Available in 22x9.5 and 20x8.5 sizes, |
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Velocity Wheels PN: U2-55 U52-55 is made from 20-in. FWD and RWD to 28-in. finish chrome and black with a machined face and machined line. |
Wobblin Wheel Wobblin Wheel 931/538-2778 www.wobblinwheel.com PN: 1007 The Wobblin Wheel is a revolutionary new wheel design that goes against everything that is “the norm” in the wheel industry. The wheel actually wobbles in perfect balance! |