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Latest Jobs Added to SEMA Career Center

Video Content Creator
Wilwood Disc Brakes

Wilwood Disc Brakes is hiring a video content creator. Responsibilities include execution of ideas presented by management, planning, filming and editing content for the company website, training, social media and other channels as needed. A basic understanding of video production, sound equipment, lighting and directing scenes for voice-over or live audio is necessary. Typically finished videos can range between one to ten minutes in length. Most production will occur on-premise but may include off-site locations and an occasional event or trade show. Candidates must have more than two years of experience producing short informational videos and be a high school graduate with some college experience in film production preferred.

Web Developer
Prismatic Powders

Prismatic Powders is hiring a web developer to maintain all aspects of the company’s websites; follow established department SOPs regarding creating, testing, and deploying builds; design, document and implement requested functionality and updates; test and debug existing and new functionality; deploy tested and approved updates to the websites; and get approval for projects and updates from subject matter experts in other departments. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in computer sciences or more than three years of web development experience, particularly on e-commerce sites.

Wholesale Phone Sales Representative
Aftermarket Performance Group

Aftermarket Performance Group is hiring a wholesale phone sales representative to apply extensive knowledge of the company’s product lines and automotive knowledge. This position will assist customers in finding the right products for their needs. It requires communicating with customers through phone and email, as well as receive inbound calls and follow up on sales quotes through outbound calls. This position reports up to the director of sales. Candidates should have previous call center or customer service experience.

By SEMA Editors

Dates and locations have been scheduled for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities.

By SEMA Editors

Automotive specialty-equipment manufacturers are geared up to exhibit at the 2023 SEMA Show, taking place October 31–November 3 in Las Vegas.

With an eagerness to connect with buyers in person to create brand awareness, introduce new products, develop relationships and tell their company stories, exhibitors are signing up earlier than they had in previous years, demonstrating strong momentum for this year’s show.

Exhibitor commitments continue to come in at a constant rate, and with more than a third of all applications historically submitted a week before the April 3 priority application deadline, the 2023 SEMA Show is expected to grow to more than 2,000 exhibiting companies.

The running list on www.semashow.com/participating-manufacturers shows major automakers, iconic aftermarket brands, and new, first-time exhibitors confirmed for the 2023 SEMA Show.

“The early commitment from exhibitors is a positive sign that companies are excited to reconnect face to face,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events. “It’s also a sign that companies are confident that they will have new products and stories to share.”

Since the pandemic hit in 2020, the industry has gathered at the SEMA Show, making the annual event the go-to place for connecting with colleagues. In 2021 and 2022 the SEMA Show has been among the country’s highest-attended trade shows, and momentum has increased as travel restrictions are lifted and businesses discover limitations of doing business virtually.

“Virtual meetings are great, but you can’t smell the burning rubber over a Zoom call,” said Gattuso.

Exhibitors that submit completed applications by April 3 will be included in the SEMA Show Priority Booth Selection Process, at which time they will select their space and learn how to get the most out of their investment. Exclusive benefits and opportunities include:

• First to select their space at the SEMA Show and officially assigned a booth number.
• Immediately included on the online floorplan, which industry professionals use to determine what exhibitors to visit and how to plan their Show.
• Connect with account reps who will guide them on specific opportunities to boost brand awareness based on the exhibitor’s goals and target audience.
• Opportunity to sign up for the 2023 SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit, a two-and-a-half-day boot camp-style event where Show organizers guide exhibitors through important details and tips for success.
• Reminders about early-bird deadlines to save money on booth orders and hotel rooms for staff.

Booth space applications, available at www.semashow.com/exhibitor, are open to companies that manufacture products that enhance a vehicle’s performance, styling, safety or convenience. Registration for industry professionals to attend the four-day SEMA Show opens on May 1 at the early-bird rate until late June.

Visit www.semashow.com to learn more and to see the list of companies that have already committed to exhibiting at the 2023 SEMA Show. 

After nine model years in the market, with hundreds of thousands sold, the sixth-generation Chevrolet Camaro will retire at the conclusion of model-year ’24. The final sixth-generation Camaros will come off the assembly line at the Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant in Michigan in January 2024.

Available in coupe and soft-top convertible variants, this latest-generation Camaro is known for athleticism and composure. Magnetic Ride Control became available on the Camaro SS in the sixth generation and track-focused 1LE packages proliferated through all levels of the lineup for the first time. The street-legal track Camaro, the 650hp ZL1 1LE, produced the fastest time for any Camaro around GM’s Milford Road Course at the company’s Milford Proving Ground in Michigan.

“As we prepare to say goodbye to the current-generation Camaro, it is difficult to overstate our gratitude to every Camaro customer, Camaro assembly line employee and race fan,” said Scott Bell, vice president, Global Chevrolet. “While we are not announcing an immediate successor today, rest assured, this is not the end of Camaro’s story.”

Chevrolet will celebrate this storied nameplate with the addition of the Collector’s Edition package on the ’24 Camaro RS and SS, and on a limited number of ZL1-equipped vehicles available in North America. The Collector’s Edition pays homage to Camaro, resurfacing ties that date back to the development of the first-generation Camaro in the ’60s, most notably the program’s initial code name: Panther.

Chevrolet campaigns the sixth-generation Camaro in a variety of series, including NASCAR, IMSA, SRO, NHRA and the Supercars Championship. Camaro will continue to compete on track, working with motorsports sanctioning bodies to ensure Chevrolet’s presence in racing moving forward.

“Chevrolet’s products and our relationship with our customers benefit from motorsports,” said Jim Campbell, Chevrolet U.S. vice president, performance and motorsports. “Our plan is to continue to compete and win at the highest levels of auto racing.”

More information on the ’24 Camaro line and Collector’s Edition package will be available closer to the start of orders this summer.

By SEMA Editors

The annual SEMA Show is the place to be for automotive specialty-equipment companies looking to launch new products and establish or strengthen business connections. Being a part of the Show allows exhibitors to control their own narrative and showcase their company with a product and brand presentation for the world to see.

“If you are absent, then the narrative and perception is out of your control, and possibly worse, it gives your competition the chance to tell a better story,” said Andy Tompkins, SEMA’s trade show director.

The SEMA Show attracts more than 132,000 attendees, including more than 70,000 buyers and decision makers from around the world each year. Exhibitors have the opportunity to meet face to face with a global audience, build relationships, talk through issues and develop new ideas. Companies that stand on the sidelines are not top of mind to their customers and prospects.

Lubrication Specialties Inc. hesitated to exhibit in previous years while its Hot Shot’s Secret brand was growing, so the primary goal in 2021 was to bring awareness to the brand and introduce new customers to its products. They also wanted to reach out to potential new dealers and product distributors.

“We were happy to exceed expectations with a heavily trafficked booth in the Racing & Performance section of the Central Hall and sign up multiple new partners,” said Kyle Fischer, director of branding and promotions, Lubrication Specialties Inc. “In hindsight, we should have started exhibiting at the SEMA Show many years ago. It turned out to be the perfect event to put our brand on the map and proved to be an excellent venue to further push the brand growth and recognition that we have been building upon.”

Exhibiting at the Show pays off for smaller companies, too. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Hinckley Overlanding supplies, installs and designs products for the state’s growing overlanding community.

“You’re always evolving as a company and as a builder,” said Hinckley Overlanding Owner and Operator Matt McIntosh. “As things change over the next few years, we’ve got to stay ahead of the times. The Show allows us to go to market with all the other builders that are out there and get ideas on how we can make our product better. And you’re making connections you can’t make any other way. Honestly, we’re in the people business. We just happen to make, build and sell cool stuff. At the end of the day, it’s about the relationships that you build with buyers and customers.”

The SEMA Show affords companies numerous methods for extending their message, from the Online Media Center to the Show’s No. 1 buyer destination—the New Products Showcase.

“However, keep in mind that the size of your presentation is less important than the fact that you are there, and if you miss it, your brand will be out of the conversation for two full years—a virtual eternity in business circles,” Tompkins said.

To date, more than 1,300 companies have committed to exhibiting at the 2023 SEMA Show. Organizers expect the number to increase to more than 2,000 by Show time. See who is exhibiting.

There is still time to get involved in this process; submit your ESRA application by April 3!

The 2023 SEMA Show will  be held October 31–November 3 in Las Vegas. For more information about exhibiting, visit www.SEMAShow.com/exhibitor.

This is the C8 Z06 with a little surprise around back, a camo’d lower rear fascia.

Taking a look at the rest of the Z06, there’s not a single change, except for the aforementioned camo’d rear fascia. Is this an early mule for the ZR1, or, is Chevy already making modifications to the Z06?

Regardless, GM is up to something with the Z06. Hopefully, there will be some answers in the coming months, but until then, just know that GM isn’t resting on its laurels when it comes to the C8 lineup.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The tariff costs imposed on imported steel and aluminum and imported Chinese goods over the past five years have been directly borne by U.S. businesses, according to a study released by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The study results are consistent with SEMA’s comments to the ITC, which noted that significant tariffs had been imposed on member companies with insufficient justification. SEMA recommended that the Section 232 and 301 tariffs be removed.

Last year, the U.S. Congress directed the ITC to assess the economic impact of the tariffs. The agency found that the Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum successfully lowered imports and increased domestic metal production, but they also increased prices and had a largely negative impact on downstream production. Prices for both metals were notably higher in the United States than in the rest of the world.

With respect to the Section 301 tariffs on imported Chinese goods, the report found a one-for-one increase. For example, the product price rose about 10% if the tariff was 10%. The report confirms that the higher costs were paid almost entirely by U.S. companies.

With the issuance of the ITC report, SEMA once again urges the Biden Administration to lift the tariffs and provide some economic relief to American businesses and consumers.

For more information, contact Eric Snyder at erics@sema.org.

Competitors settled into the new home of the Scoggin Dickey Parts Center NMCA Muscle Car Mayhem presented by Holbrook Racing Engines, March 17–19, at Orlando Speed World Dragway in Florida.

VP Racing Lubricants Xtreme Pro Mod: Ty Tutterow, in his ’57 Buick-bodied Pro Mod, hammered the tree with an .014 and then hauled to a 3.634 to take a trip to the winner's circle over Robert Abbott, who was right there with a 3.635 in his Camaro-bodied hot rod.

Holley EFI Factory Super Cars: AJ Berge and Ricky Hord hung on for the final round, where 13th qualifier Berge turned on the win light with a 7.63 over Hord’s close 7.62.

ARP Nitrous Pro Street: David Fallon Jr. wound up in the final round of eliminations with Kyle Salminen in the other lane. Fallon Jr. won with a 4.28.

Edelbrock Xtreme Street: Martin Connelley kept his foot planted on the pedal to a 4.49 in his Mustang to pick up the win over Bill Trovato, who trapped a close 4.51.

Dart NA 10.5: Robbie Blankenship made it to the final round and flew to a 7.79 and the winner's circle after Joe Clemente, who led qualifying with a 7.80, ran into trouble and couldn't complete his pass.

Chevrolet Performance Stock presented by Scoggin Dickey Parts Center: Kevin Lumsden led qualifying with a 5.77 in his Camaro, and later landed the win with a 9.62 over Keith Vaughn in his Corvette.

Micro Strategies Stock Eliminator: Bruce Boyle and George Cox were close on the tree, and Boyle earned another win in the double-breakout bout with an 11.50 on an 11.51 in his Camaro IROC Z.

Micro Strategies Super Stock Eliminator: Joe Ewing defeated Mark Nowicki, who was close to Ewing on the tree but slightly dipped under his dial.

Quick Fuel Technology Nostalgia Super Stock: Doug Duell parked his father’s former Fury wagon right on his 9.00 index to defeat Jim Netherland.

Erson Cams Nostalgia Muscle presented by World Products: Michael Tagg trampled the tree to the tune of .000 in his Fairlane, and won with a 10.01 on a 10.00 index over reigning class champion Danny Towe.

MagnaFuel Open Comp: Scott Williams hung the tires to a perfect .000 reaction time on the bottom end, followed by an 8.52 on an 8.66 dial on the big end, to upset Steve Satchell, who broke out by a little more.

LME Street King presented by Chevrolet Performance: Cody Poston went to the winner’s circle with an 8.67 over Bryan Williams, who was also on a breakout run.

Proform LSX Rumble presented by Chevrolet Performance: Keith Vaughn earned the easy win when Nicholas Massengale couldn't complete his pass.

TorqStorm Superchargers True Street: Jeff Smith took the overall win with a 9.38 average in a Mustang Cobra, while Deneen Segura was the runner-up with a 9.73 average in a Mustang. Robert Reilly raced to the 10-second win in a Challenger, Alan Hill arrived at the 11-second win in a Mustang GT, Michael Vanzile motored to the 12-second win in an F-150, Brett Veneman buckled in for the 13-second win, Mary Ann Mammen made it to the 14-second win in a Mustang Mach 1 and Ken Mason collected the 15-second win in a Mustang.

Dodge // Mopar HEMI Shootout: Thomas Falk flew to the win with a nice 8.79 average in his Challenger, while Scott Roegter took the runner-up with a 9.54 average in his Durango Hellcat. Others deserving recognition were Matt Martens (9-second winner in a Challenger), Bryce Rohrs (10-second winner in a Challenger), Joe Gomez (11-second winner in a Challenger) and Homero Lloro (12-second winner in a Challenger). Also standing out were Cindie Scott (13-second winner in a Durango SRT), Josie McClenaghan (14-second winner in a Challenger) and Brandon Barrett (15-second winner in a RAM 3500).

The eight quickest drivers in the Dodge // Mopar HEMI Shootout earned entry into the HHP Racing HEMI Quick 8 on the final day of the season opener, and Mike Clark and Zachan Davis lined up for the final round. They were close on the tree, but on the top end, Clark scored the win with a 9.38 on a 9.40 when Davis ran an off-pace pass.

In Bracket 1, Rick Perry paired a .006 reaction time with a 5.68 on a 5.67 to claim the victory over Shane Williams. Bracket 2 saw Cole Knieriem, who piloted a Liberscher Racing COPO Camaro for the first time this weekend, pull off the win with a 6.18 on a 6.19 over Jeff Ross, who dipped under his dial by more.

The second stop on the tour, the Innovation Performance Technologies NMRA/NMCA All-Star Nationals Presented by MAHLE Motorsport, will be held April 14–16 at Rockingham Dragway in North Carolina.

Cindric, George Comprise Class of 2023 for IMS Hall of Fame

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has announced Tim Cindric and Tony George as the 2023 inductees for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame. Cindric and George will be formally celebrated at the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner presented by Shell and supported by National Bank of Indianapolis on Friday evening, May 26 at the Indiana Roof Ballroom. The two were chosen from a ballot of 14 nominees by a national panel of more than 150 journalists, participants and historians. In addition to honoring the inductees, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum will celebrate Marlyne Sexton, a philanthropist and community leader who has contributed to the success of the Museum, supported the racing community, and the 500 Festival organization.

Tickets for the event are available for purchase at imsmuseum.org. Pricing is $2,000 for a table of eight and $250 for individual tickets. All proceeds benefit the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that aims to celebrate the cultural and historical significance of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway through storytelling and educational programs.

More Details Revealed for the Future of Auto Club Speedway

More details have been revealed about the recent sale of NASCAR’s Auto Club Speedway—the two-mile, low-banked D-shaped oval superspeedway near Fontana, California. It was previously reported that NASCAR had sold 433 acres of the 522-acre site. Now, officials are stating the famed track was purchased for an estimated $559 million by Hillwood Development, owned by real estate mogul Ross Perot Jr. He plans to build a 6.6-million-sq.-ft. logistics hub called “Speedway Commerce Center,” according to the published reports. Plans still currently involve NASCAR building a new short track on the remaining acreage, better suited for the Next Gen cars, according to the new reports.

IMSA Hall of Fame Unveils Inaugural Class

The inaugural class for the IMSA Hall of Fame has been selected and includes four drivers, three IMSA founders and four iconic race cars from throughout the sanctioning body’s 54-year history. The inductees will be honored as part of October’s WeatherTech Night of Champions held following the Motul Petit Le Mans season finale to celebrate the 2023 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and crown series champions.

The four drivers selected for induction into the inaugural IMSA Hall of Fame class—Peter Gregg, Hurley Haywood, Al Holbert and Scott Pruett—all were multiple-time IMSA champions and multi-time winners. Joining the inaugural IMSA Hall of Fame class are the three founders of the International Motor Sports Association: John and Peggy Bishop and Bill France Sr.

In addition to the seven people selected to the first IMSA Hall of Fame class, four iconic race cars—the Chevrolet Corvette C5-R, Ferrari 333 SP, Mazda RX-7 GTU and Porsche 962—also have been selected for enshrinement.

The inductees were selected from a larger group determined by a nominating committee comprised of past and present IMSA executives and an esteemed group of media members. BDO, which was introduced as a corporate partner of IMSA earlier this year, validated the accuracy of the 2023 IMSA Hall of Fame voting results. Plans call for a mix of influential people and race cars to be inducted into the IMSA Hall of Fame each year. The IMSA Hall of Fame will live in an online environment. A standalone website will launch later this year.

For more racing news, visit Performance Racing Industry’s (PRI) website.

A recent donation to the Petersen Automotive Museum will ensure that generations to come can enjoy one of the quintessential American hot rods. Renowned car collector Bruce Meyer recently handed over the keys to his ’32 Ford “McGee Roadster” to Terry L. Karges, executive director of the Petersen Automotive Museum. Constructed by noted hot-rod builder Bob McGee, the McGee Roadster introduced an aesthetic that quickly became nearly ubiquitous in the roadster community. The popular hot rod will become part of the Petersen’s permanent collection.

The Petersen Automotive Museum and the McGee Roadster share an origin story that stems from Hot Rod magazine, founded by Robert E. Petersen in 1948. The McGee Roadster’s popularity skyrocketed after appearing on the cover of Hot Rod magazine, the first street car to do so. Petersen’s subsequent success in publishing allowed him to launch one of the world’s finest automotive museums in 1994.

“Hot rods are vital to the entire automotive industry, and Robert Petersen is the man who really brought hot rodding to the people. This car is an important piece of automotive history, and there is no more worthy destination than the Petersen Automotive Museum,” said Meyer, who is also founding chairman of the Petersen.

The iconic roadster has raced on the Bonneville salt flats, served as a daily driver and originated many of the design cues synonymous with hot rodding. McGee, who started working on the roadster in 1947, created the signature look with plenty of customization, including lowered suspension, larger Lincoln Zephyr rear wheels, a three-piece louvered hood, peaked and filled grille shell, hidden door hinges and shaved door handles, all painted bright red with a custom interior.

In 1956, McGee sold the roadster to Dick Scritchfield, an avid hot rodder and automotive career man. Scritchfield, who had contacts in the film industry, started leasing the car to movie producers and television shows for use in their productions. Repainted by a friend of Scritchfield’s using Candy Apple Red paint and silver metal flake, the roadster also became the first non-experimental metal-flake paint job in the automotive industry. Over the following years, the car underwent many additional modifications before Meyer restored it to its original 1948 configuration in the late ’90s.

The McGee Roadster paved the way for hot rodding’s entrance into mainstream culture. Its appearances in many films and classic television shows, such as “Happy Days,” “Dragnet” and “Fantasy Island,” helped it become an icon for a generation.

It was featured on the U.S. Postal Service’s “Hot Rods Forever" commemorative stamp in 2014; the stamps were designed by Derry Noyes and digitally rendered by graphic artist John Mattos. The car has also been shown and won in its current configuration at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and the Grand National Roadster Show. On April 12, 2017, the McGee Roadster became the only hot rod added to the National Historic Vehicle Register. The McGee Roaster is currently on display in the Ross & Beth Myers Gallery at the Petersen Automotive Museum.

2023 Easter Jeep Safari Preview

These collective themes hint at the next grouping of the Jeep brand and Jeep Performance Parts by Mopar concept sketches of mission-capable vehicles heading to the 57th annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, April 1–9.

Kahn Media Wins AVA Digital Gold Award

Kahn Media has announced that it has been added to the list of 2023 AVA Digital Awards winners taking home a Bronze Award in the Digital Marketing Campaign category. The judges recognized Kahn Media’s results-driven campaign for its client, Cognito Motosports, created in-house by its team of digital marketing experts. In January alone, that campaign produced an ROI of 6,301%. For all of 2022, the digital marketing team delivered a 1,306% ROI.

Created in 1994, the AVA Awards originally celebrated and awarded achievements in the audio-visual arts. As the roles of digital media and the internet rose, the awards shifted focus. Today, the AVA Digital Awards is an international competition that “recognizes excellence by creative professionals responsible for the planning, concept, direction, design and production of digital communication,” according to its website. Everything from digital and social media campaigns to video production to website development and mobile marketing is considered for the AVA Digital Awards, with more than 100 categories judged.

Acura Reveals Limited-Production TLX Type S PMC Edition

Acura is creating 50 hand-assembled TLX Type S PMC Editions finished in Gotham Gray matte paint, the signature color of the performance brand’s NSX Type S supercar. The paint utilizes a clear matte metallic finish to give the TLX Type S a more sinister appearance. Mirroring the production of 50 Gotham Gray NSX Type S models built for the U.S. market, the 50 handcrafted high-performance sedans will enter production next month at the company’s Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) in Ohio4 and arrive at select dealers this spring priced at $65,000.

Exterior design elements unique to TLX Type S PMC Edition include Berlina Black paint for the door handles and part of the lower side-sill garnish. Also, NSX-inspired Y-spoke 20-in. lightweight wheels are finished in Berlina Black, while a gloss carbon-fiber decklid lip spoiler, carbon-fiber rear diffuser, lower side sill garnish and black-chrome quad exhaust finishers complete the more aggressive look. Gloss black TLX, Type S and SH-AWD exterior badging is also standard.

Inside, the TLX Type S PMC Edition is further distinguished by carbon-fiber interior trim panels, illuminated side sills and premium floor mats with Type S badges and colored accent binding. A striking Red Milano leather interior is contrasted with black stitching and Ultrasuede inserts. The lower console is accented with an individually numbered serial plaque to designate the ’23 TLX Type S PMC Edition as a limited-edition vehicle (1 of 50) handcrafted at the Performance Manufacturing Center.

The ’23 Gotham Gray TLX Type S PMC Edition follows previous PMC Editions as well as the NSX supercar, all hand-crafted by master technicians at the Performance Manufacturing Center. Following the hand-assembly process, each PMC Edition receives the same quality-control process applied to NSX, including a dyno check, paint inspection and rough-road simulation. To protect the paint during shipping, PMC Editions are wrapped in a specially designed car cover and transported to Acura dealers via enclosed, single-car carriers.

Polaris Unveils RZR Pro R Factory Race-Ready UTV

Polaris Off Road has unveiled a purpose-built race-ready UTV—the RZR Pro R Factory. Based on its RZR Pro R platform, RZR Pro R Factory is specifically engineered to thrive against the grueling demands of open-desert racing, providing a powerful centerpiece for its recently announced Polaris Factory Racing team.

Harkening back to the days when automotive OEMs developed factory-engineered, race-ready trophy trucks for their factory off-road racing programs, Polaris is doing the same with RZR Pro R Factory and breaking entirely new ground for the UTV racing class. Four Pro R Factory vehicles have been developed for the Polaris Factory Racing team, with the team and vehicles making their debut at the upcoming San Felipe 250. This season will see the team compete in the SCORE International series and the Best in the Desert's Vegas to Reno race. Last year, the RZR Pro R demonstrated a combination of performance and durability when Brandon Sims captured the 2022 Baja 1000 UTV Overall.

Universal Technical Institute Recognized for Efforts to Train America’s Veterans for In-Demand Careers

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has announced it has once again earned the Military Friendly School designation, which accounts for student retention and graduation and job placement rates, among other criteria. UTI’s campuses in Avondale, Arizona; Sacramento, Rancho Cucamonga and Long Beach, California; Dallas and Houston, Texas; Lisle, Illinois; and Exton, Pennsylvania, along with NASCAR Technical Institute in Mooresville, North Carolina and Motorcycle & Marine Mechanics Institute in Orlando, Florida, were among the schools awarded for 2022–2023.

UTI first began earning the Military Friendly designation in 2011. The award is given to the top colleges, universities, community colleges and trade schools in the country that work to embrace military students and dedicate resources to ensure their success in the classroom and the workforce. Most UTI campuses are outfitted with a veteran-friendly space and UTI offers the Salute to Service Grant, which gives eligible veterans a 10% tuition discount.

In partnership with UTI, BMW and Premier Truck Group, offer on-base training programs, allowing active service members to train for careers as automotive or diesel technicians near the end of their military service contract. For more information on UTI's Military and Veterans Services, click here.

Kia Niro Named “Supreme Winner” in 2023 Women’s World Car of the Year Awards

The ’23 Kia Niro has been named the 2023 Women's World Car of the Year. While the Niro initially earned the “Urban Car of the Year” award from the all-women association earlier this year, the jury panel ultimately recognized the Niro as the overall “Supreme Winner” among all other category winners. Beating out five other category winners, the Niro impressed the judges with its state-of-the-art electrified powertrain options wrapped in a sleek, aerodynamic and technologically focused package. In its second generation, the Niro remains the only vehicle on the market available with three different electrified propulsion options.

Created in 2009 by New Zealand automotive journalist Sandy Myhre, the Women’s World Car of the Year is comprised exclusively of women, with 63 journalists spanning 43 continents. To determine the winner, a total of 59 vehicles were tested and evaluated on safety, quality, value, design, performance and environmental impact, among other important factors based on the same principles that drivers consider when making a vehicle purchase.

Gold Eagle Company Produces “DRIV[H]ER” Documentary

Gold Eagle Company has announced the rollout of a new documentary that highlights the incredible stories of two female racers—Sally McNulty and Kelsey Rowlings. The documentary, “DRIV[H]ER,” initially shared online on March 8 for International Women’s Day, can be viewed on YouTube and online at www.goldeagle.com.

The new 25-minute professionally produced film chronicles the inspiring story of two women and how they overcame challenges and prejudices to gain the respect of industry peers and enthusiasts in their respective series. McNulty races competitively in TC America, a touring car racing series sanctioned by the United States Auto Club and Rowlings competes in Formula DRIFT.

Power Automedia Launches New Website With Focus on Nine Digital Brands

Power Automedia has announced an all-new online experience for its corporate website, PowerAutomedia.com. With a new ownership team and recent acquisitions, 2023 has brought big changes to Power Automedia. Now, the company has refreshed its online look to showcase its nine online publications. The website has been redesigned from the ground-up with prioritization on easy navigation and a clear view of the company’s offerings.

Power Automedia re-introduces its team with a new employee “grid,” allowing visitors to easily identify the person that can best help their digital media needs. An “About Us”-style video offers a chance to learn more about the company’s executives and discover how they are shaping the future of the automotive industry. Lastly, a newly designed careers page features an efficient way to view the latest opportunities across all the Power Automedia brands. Visit PowerAutomedia’s new website at PowerAutomedia.com.

Mullen Automotive and Qiantu Motors to Launch EV Supercar Branded Mullen GT and GTRS

Mullen Automotive Inc. has announced that it has been granted the North and South American IP and distribution rights from Qiantu Motors and affiliated companies as part of a license agreement allowing assembly and distribution of the DragonFLY K50 in the Americas.

Mullen will begin its program to re-engineer and redesign the product to meet homologation requirements for U.S. certification and customer expectations for today’s supercars. These modifications will be in line with Mullen’s vehicle design language currently found in the Mullen FIVE and Mullen FIVE RS. To ensure supercar status, the vehicle will also feature an updated powertrain, targeting sub 2.0 sec 0-60 MPH and a top speed exceeding 200 mph.

Have some company news you would like to share? Let us know and the news may appear in an upcoming issue of SEMA News. Send your items for consideration to editors@sema.org.

SEMA Show exhibitors and attendees preparing for the 2023 SEMA Show can lock in the guaranteed lowest hotel rate now by booking in the SEMA Show Block.

With many events—such as the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, NHRA Nevada Nationals, Sin City Halloween Ball and others—taking place in proximity to the 2023 SEMA Show, it’s crucial to book your hotel rooms in advance before they sell out. Making hotel reservations in the block provides you with the most affordable and convenient options for a wide range of hotels located on and off the Strip.

The MGM Grand Hotel & Casino is among several hotels in the SEMA Show Block with nightly rates less than $200.

All of the hotels available through the SEMA Show Block come with a low-price guarantee. To help ensure that your price remains the lowest, SEMA will price-match lower advertised rates, even after your reservations are set. Whether you're looking for your favorite place to stay, or for a hotel within close proximity to the Show, you can book with confidence knowing you will get the rooms you need at the the most affordable price available.

The SEMA Show also provides shuttle service to and from the Show for the hotels listed that are not within walking distance to the Las Vegas Convention Center.

There are nearly 50 hotels available in the block. For more information on the hotels listed below, including rating, price per night and distance from the Las Vegas Convention Center, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

The following hotels have nightly rates less than $200:

• Circus Circus: $99
• Downtown Grand: $129
• Excalibur: $120
• Flamingo: $175
• Golden Nugget: $145
• Harrah’s: $170
• Horseshoe Las Vegas: $170
• Luxor: $140
• MGM Grand: $165
• New York New York: $160
• Oyo: $135
• Palace Station: $119
• Park MGM: $160
• Planet Hollywood: $199
• The Link: $180
• The Signature at MGM Grand: $90
• The Strat: $134
• Treasure Island: $199
• Tropicana: $109

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To reserve your booth for the 2023 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.