Here’s a first look at the ’19 Mustang Bullitt in Shadow Black.

Ford debuted the Mustang Bullitt back in January at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, but only showed the classic Dark Highland Green exterior paint. Although they did mention the Shadow Black exterior, images were missing from any official media content.

The Mustang Bullitt packs a retuned 5.0L V8 engine and will deliver at least 475 hp and 420 lb.-ft. of torque. Top speed will be limited to 163 mph.

Expect to see the Bullitt at dealerships later this year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the ’19 Mustang Bullitt in Shadow Black.

Ford debuted the Mustang Bullitt back in January at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, but only showed the classic Dark Highland Green exterior paint. Although they did mention the Shadow Black exterior, images were missing from any official media content.

The Mustang Bullitt packs a retuned 5.0L V8 engine and will deliver at least 475 hp and 420 lb.-ft. of torque. Top speed will be limited to 163 mph.

Expect to see the Bullitt at dealerships later this year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the ’19 Mustang Bullitt in Shadow Black.

Ford debuted the Mustang Bullitt back in January at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, but only showed the classic Dark Highland Green exterior paint. Although they did mention the Shadow Black exterior, images were missing from any official media content.

The Mustang Bullitt packs a retuned 5.0L V8 engine and will deliver at least 475 hp and 420 lb.-ft. of torque. Top speed will be limited to 163 mph.

Expect to see the Bullitt at dealerships later this year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

By Jim Graven

SEMA members are encouraged to take advantage of the SEMA Data Co-op’s (SDC) Platinum Rewards Program to receive $10,000 in marketing exposure at the 2018 SEMA Show.

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) is offering $10,000 in marketing outreach to participating SDC suppliers exhibiting at the 2018 SEMA Show that achieve or maintain Platinum status prior to July 13. The SDC is an industry-owned and operated project that provides full product data management capabilities to participating suppliers at the lowest possible cost.

Participating SDC suppliers exhibiting at the 2018 SEMA Show that achieve or maintain SDC Platinum status (prior to July 13) will receive $10,000 in marketing exposure, including:

• Carpet/floor ad near booth location.
• Meter-panel listing in the SEMA Show’s lobbies.
• Ad listing in the September, October and November issues of SEMA News magazine.
• Ad listing in each of the four SEMA Show Daily magazines.

Questions? Visit www.semadatacoop.org.

The SDC East Coast/Midwest contact is Jim Graven, 888-958-6698, ext. 4, jimg@semadatacoop.com. The SDC West Coast contact is Tim Stewart, 888-958-6698, ext. 9, tims@semadatacoop.com.

By Jim Graven

SEMA members are encouraged to take advantage of the SEMA Data Co-op’s (SDC) Platinum Rewards Program to receive $10,000 in marketing exposure at the 2018 SEMA Show.

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) is offering $10,000 in marketing outreach to participating SDC suppliers exhibiting at the 2018 SEMA Show that achieve or maintain Platinum status prior to July 13. The SDC is an industry-owned and operated project that provides full product data management capabilities to participating suppliers at the lowest possible cost.

Participating SDC suppliers exhibiting at the 2018 SEMA Show that achieve or maintain SDC Platinum status (prior to July 13) will receive $10,000 in marketing exposure, including:

• Carpet/floor ad near booth location.
• Meter-panel listing in the SEMA Show’s lobbies.
• Ad listing in the September, October and November issues of SEMA News magazine.
• Ad listing in each of the four SEMA Show Daily magazines.

Questions? Visit www.semadatacoop.org.

The SDC East Coast/Midwest contact is Jim Graven, 888-958-6698, ext. 4, jimg@semadatacoop.com. The SDC West Coast contact is Tim Stewart, 888-958-6698, ext. 9, tims@semadatacoop.com.

By Jim Graven

SEMA members are encouraged to take advantage of the SEMA Data Co-op’s (SDC) Platinum Rewards Program to receive $10,000 in marketing exposure at the 2018 SEMA Show.

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) is offering $10,000 in marketing outreach to participating SDC suppliers exhibiting at the 2018 SEMA Show that achieve or maintain Platinum status prior to July 13. The SDC is an industry-owned and operated project that provides full product data management capabilities to participating suppliers at the lowest possible cost.

Participating SDC suppliers exhibiting at the 2018 SEMA Show that achieve or maintain SDC Platinum status (prior to July 13) will receive $10,000 in marketing exposure, including:

• Carpet/floor ad near booth location.
• Meter-panel listing in the SEMA Show’s lobbies.
• Ad listing in the September, October and November issues of SEMA News magazine.
• Ad listing in each of the four SEMA Show Daily magazines.

Questions? Visit www.semadatacoop.org.

The SDC East Coast/Midwest contact is Jim Graven, 888-958-6698, ext. 4, jimg@semadatacoop.com. The SDC West Coast contact is Tim Stewart, 888-958-6698, ext. 9, tims@semadatacoop.com.

By Jason Catullo

Here is a timeline of key dates for the 2018 SEMA Show, taking place in Las Vegas, October 30–November 2.

Monday, April 30–Friday, May 16: 2018 SEMA Show Priority Space Selection
Based on exhibitor seniority, the Priority Space Selection provides companies with the opportunity to choose the best locations for their Show displays.

Monday, June 25–Tuesday, June 26: SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit – Tips and Training for Exhibitors
Designed for exhibitors with limited trade show experience, as well as companies new to the SEMA Show, the Exhibitor Summit features proven strategies and best practices for all Show aspects, from exhibit move-in and set-up to teardown and move-out. Summit attendees also learn how to minimize costs on booth services, take advantage of promotional and sponsorship opportunities, and apply expert strategies for attracting buyers at the Show.

The cost for the summit is intentionally low, with hotels, meals and workshops covered by SEMA. The only expense that attendees will incur is transportation to and from the event. Simply put: You get to Vegas, we’ll do the rest! Read more, or sign up for the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit.

More information about the 2018 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By Jason Catullo

Here is a timeline of key dates for the 2018 SEMA Show, taking place in Las Vegas, October 30–November 2.

Monday, April 30–Friday, May 16: 2018 SEMA Show Priority Space Selection
Based on exhibitor seniority, the Priority Space Selection provides companies with the opportunity to choose the best locations for their Show displays.

Monday, June 25–Tuesday, June 26: SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit – Tips and Training for Exhibitors
Designed for exhibitors with limited trade show experience, as well as companies new to the SEMA Show, the Exhibitor Summit features proven strategies and best practices for all Show aspects, from exhibit move-in and set-up to teardown and move-out. Summit attendees also learn how to minimize costs on booth services, take advantage of promotional and sponsorship opportunities, and apply expert strategies for attracting buyers at the Show.

The cost for the summit is intentionally low, with hotels, meals and workshops covered by SEMA. The only expense that attendees will incur is transportation to and from the event. Simply put: You get to Vegas, we’ll do the rest! Read more, or sign up for the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit.

More information about the 2018 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By Jason Catullo

Here is a timeline of key dates for the 2018 SEMA Show, taking place in Las Vegas, October 30–November 2.

Monday, April 30–Friday, May 16: 2018 SEMA Show Priority Space Selection
Based on exhibitor seniority, the Priority Space Selection provides companies with the opportunity to choose the best locations for their Show displays.

Monday, June 25–Tuesday, June 26: SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit – Tips and Training for Exhibitors
Designed for exhibitors with limited trade show experience, as well as companies new to the SEMA Show, the Exhibitor Summit features proven strategies and best practices for all Show aspects, from exhibit move-in and set-up to teardown and move-out. Summit attendees also learn how to minimize costs on booth services, take advantage of promotional and sponsorship opportunities, and apply expert strategies for attracting buyers at the Show.

The cost for the summit is intentionally low, with hotels, meals and workshops covered by SEMA. The only expense that attendees will incur is transportation to and from the event. Simply put: You get to Vegas, we’ll do the rest! Read more, or sign up for the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit.

More information about the 2018 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By SEMA Editors

This year, the SEMA Board of Directors has openings for two seats in the Manufacturers category, two seats in the Distributors/Retailers category and one seat in the Services category.

The following candidates are vying for a seat on the SEMA Board of Directors:

Manufacturers Category (two open seats)

• Steve Whipple, vice president, sales and marketing, Edelbrock LLC
• Dr. Jamie Meyer, performance parts program manager, General Motors
• Kim Pendergast, CEO, Magnuson Products LLC

Distributors/Retailers Category (two open seats)

• Donnie Eatherly, president, P&E Distributors Inc.
• Jon Pulli, CEO, Turn 14 Distribution
• Brian Lounsberry, CEO, Motovicity Distribution

Services Category (one open seat)

• Dan Kahn, president and CEO, Kahn Media Inc.
• Tom Deery, COO and president, World Racing Group

Voting will take place online May 8–22, 2018, and is open to current SEMA-member companies. Votes must be cast by each company’s primary contact. Details on the upcoming election will be sent to the member company’s designated primary contact beginning April 24. Winners will be announced by May 25 and formally inducted at the SEMA Installation & Gala, July 20.

For more information about the 2018 SEMA Board of Directors election, contact Susan Alfonso at 909-978-6671 or susana@sema.org.