Thu, 08/29/2013 - 09:16
By Jason Catullo
 

SEMA Show 2013, Products for Project VehiclesExhibitors looking to get their products on more display vehicles at the 2013 SEMA Show are invited to participate in the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders List.

  

Exhibitors of the 2013 SEMA Show have the opportunity to expand their reach at the Show by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders List. Builders continuously look for the key pieces and products to add visual spice to their builds. The list helps connect manufacturers looking for extra product exposure with the pros that create trendsetting vehicles that capture the imaginations of media and buyers from around the world.

This type of product-placement opportunity is so valuable that manufacturers often offer builders products for free or at greatly reduced rates. The intention of the list is to make builders aware of potential products available. All product-placement decisions and negotiations are the responsibility of the manufacturers and the builders. Participation in the list does not guarantee product placement at the 2013 SEMA Show.

To participate in the list, access the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders form.

The latest additions to the list will be included each week in SEMA eNews, when available. The list is open to exhibitors of the 2013 SEMA Show only and is intended to build awareness for SEMA Show exhibitors and their products.

For questions or additional information, contact Jason Catullo at jasonc@sema.org or call 909-978-6713.

Latest Additions

   

Engine/Underhood Components  

Design Engineering Inc.: Thermal insulation, thermal tuning performance products, thermal acoustic barriers and CryO2 Cryogenic intake systems. NyTrex nitrous oxide systems. Contact: Dan Stark, dans@designengineering.com; 440-930-7940. Website: www.designengineering.com.

ExteriorComponents/Accessories

Lazer Star Lights: LED light bars, 10-watt and three-watt versions available; LED utility lights; HID lights; Halogen driving lights, LED turn and taillights and interior accent lights. Dennis Lusardi, dennis@lazerstarlights.com; 805-226-8200. Website: www.lazerstarlights.com.

Rhino-Rack USA LLC: Base racks, sport and gear transportation accessories, baskets and high-end cargo boxes. Contact: Robert Close, rclose@rhinorack.com; 303-706-9700. Website: www.rhinorack.com.   

Interior Components/Accessories

Design Engineering Inc.: Thermal and acoustic protection. Contact: Dan Stark, dans@designengineering.com; 440-930-7940. Website: www.designengineering.com.

Other Products/Services

Design Engineering Inc.: CryO2 Cryogenic intake systems, and NyTrex nitrous oxide systems. Contact: Dan Stark, dans@designengineering.com; 440-930-7940. Website: www.designengineering.com. 

Previous Submissions

Engine/Underhood Components

AEM Induction Systems: Cold air intake systems, intercooler systems (limited application), OE replacement air filters, exhaust systems (limited application), strut tower brace, modular tube bends, couplers, brackets, MAF pads. Contact: George Hsieh, georgeh@aemintakes.com; 951-826-4094. Website: www.aemintaks.com.

AIRAID Filter Co.: Cold air intake systems, premium air filters, and PowerAid throttle body spacers for most popular domestic and import cars, light trucks and SUVs. Contact: Trent McGee, trent@airaid.com; 602-652-9732. Website: www.airaid.com.

ARB 4x4 Accessories: Snorkels, air compressors. Contact: Matt Glass, mglass@arbusa.com; 888-427-2872. Website: www.arbusa.com.

Auburn Gear: Auburn Gear offers its HP Series limited-slip differential, Pro-Series limited-slip differential, Race Series, and Ected MAX Locker, which is a selectable limited-slip to full locker. Contact: Justin Smith, Jrsmith@auburngear.com; 260-920-1359.

Diamond Eye Performance:
Performance diesel exhaust and accessories for Ford, Dodge and Chevy/GM, and performance gas exhaust for Nissan Titan, Toyota Tundra and Ford F-150 Eco-Boost. Contact: Tom Terjeson, tomt@diamondeyemfg.com; 800-635-9950. Website: www.diamondeyeperformance.com.

Doug Thorley Headers: American-made performance exhaust headers, mid-pipes and exhaust systems. Premium-quality products available for classic cars and trucks, LS motor swaps and late-model cars and trucks. Contact: Troy Mastell tmastell@dougthorleyheaders.com; 951-273-3609. Website: www.dougthorleyheaders.com.

Eastwood Co.: Underhood paints, engine paints, battery maintainers. Contact: Brian Huck, bhuck@eastwood.com; 610-705-5420. Website: www.eastwood.com.

Energy Suspension: Hyper-Flex polyurethane motor and transmission mounts, shifter bushings. Contact: Michael Santa Cruz, msantacruz@energysuspension.com; 949-361-3935, ext. 235. Website: www.energysuspension.com.

Hedman Hedders: Headers for classic 50s, 60s, 70s 80s American musclecars, street rods and trucks. C10/C20 truck and traditional, open-fender style street rod projects are of special interest to us. Contact: SEMA Project Vehicle Coordinator, mySEMAproject@hedman.com; 562-921-0404. Website: www.hedman.com.

JDM Sport: Fuel-pressure regulator, turbos, Intercoolers, dress-up bolts, couplers, piping, engine dampeners, headers, short pipes, intakes (applications limited). Exhaust systems (limited applications), cat-back systems. Contact: Lee Ho, lee@jdmsport.com; 626-340-4717. Website: www.JDMSport.com.

K&N Engineering Inc.: High-flow intake systems, OE replacement air filters, high-performance oil filters for most vehicles and powersports applications. Contact: Lucio Tapia, luciot@knfilters.com; 951-826-4000, ext. 4350. Website: www.knfilters.com.

KRC Power Steering: Adjustable Assist Power Steering Pumps designed for racing & performance, front drive pulley kits and power steering pump and alternator mounting brackets. Contact: Roger Mealey, roger@krcpower.com; 770-422-5135. Website: www.krcpower.com.

Magnaflow: Performance exhaust systems, mufflers, tips, exhaust pipes, hot rod kits, glasspack, custom builder kits, diesel exhaust and catalytic converters. Contact: Kirsten Wright, kwright@magnaflow.com; 949-858-5900. Website: www.magnaflow.com. 

Magnuson Superchargers: Complete supercharger kits for most late-model domestic vehicles and resto-mod applications, including LSx, late-model HEMI, and Ford 4.6/5.0 engines. Contact: Matt Hately, matt.hately@magnusonproducts.com; 805-642-8833. Website: www.magnusonproducts.com.

ODYSSEY Battery by EnerSys: High-performance batteries. Contact: April Lowther, april.lowther@enersys.com; 610-208-1729.

Omix-ADA/Rugged Ridge: Intakes, snorkels and exhaust systems for Jeep. Contact: Henk van Dongen, hvandongen@omix-ada.com; 770-614-6101. Website: www.Omix-ADA.com.

Performance Distributors (D.U.I.): High-performance and racing ignition systems; alternators and batteries. Contact: Steve Davis, PerfDist@aol.com; 901-396-5782.

Perma-Cool Products: Cooling components: fans, oil & transmission coolers, oil filter mounts and adapters etc. Contact: Kevin Doyle, kevind@perma-cool.com; 909-391-3000. Website: www.perma-cool.com.

ProCharger: Intercooled ProCharger supercharger systems. Contact: Cary Pangrac, cary.pangrac@procharger.com; 913-338-2886. Website: www.procharger.com.

Pypes Performance Exhaust: Performance exhaust systems, cat-back, diesel stack tips and accessories. Contact: Mike Zimmerman, mikez@pypesexhaust.com; 215-350-1969. Website: www.pypesexhaust.com.

Radium Engineering: Fuel system surge tanks, PCV catch cans, misc. unique fittings, fuel pumps. Contact: Aaron Suchy, aaron@radiumauto.com; 503-317-8322. Website: www.radiumauto.com.

Rancho/Dynomax: Full range of DynoMax Performance Exhaust systems and mufflers for domestic and import passenger cars, trucks, Jeeps and SUVs. Thrush Exhaust mufflers and systems ready to deliver trademark vintage Thrush sound and power to classic cars, trucks and special project vehicle builds. Contact: Christine Bowser, chrissy@pinnmedia.com; 330-688-3515. Websites: www.ThrushExhaust.com; www.DynoMax.com.

Reikken: High-performance power cells, batteries and chargers. Contact: Patrick Szeman, pszman@yahoo.com; 260-348-7003.

SCT Performance: Complete line of Ford and GM vehicle performance programmers. Contact: Tim Roi, tim@sctflash.com; 407-774-2447, ext. 137.

Spectre Performance: High-performance air intake systems and air filters for musclecars and hot rods, as well as the most popular late-model domestic cars, light trucks and SUVs. Contact: Mike Morrow, mikem@spectreperformance.com; 951-826-4000, ext. 4038. Website: www.spectreperformance.com.

Standard Motor Products: Components offered: High performance/racing spark plug wire sets; also offering battery cables. We supply wire sets to three major NASCAR engine builders. Contact: Brad Hopper, bhopper@smpcorp.com; 913-441-6500, ext. 7168. Website: www.BlueStreakwire.com.

Taylor/Vertex: Performance spark plug wires, ignition products, battery boxes and cables. Percy's header gaskets and header bolts. Contact: Mike Wymore, sales2@taylorvertex.com; 816-765-5011. 

VP Racing Fuels: Official Fuel of the NHRA and 60 other sanctioned bodies of racing around the globe is looking for opportunities with key builders this year. We will REQUIRE dyno testing showing performance gains before and after for consideration for sponsorship. Products options will be our new VP101 - Street Legal Performance Unleaded, VP Vintage - Leaded Storage Fuel for Muscle Cars and Vintage vehicles, MS109 - Racing Performance Unleaded, VPC9 - Unleaded Storage Fuel, C85 - Ethanol Based Racing Fuel, and Leaded Racing Fuels - VPC16, VPQ16, VPC12, VP110, etc. Product info and tech sheets available online. Contact: Brian Fox, brian@foxmarketing.net; 717-577-6449. Website: www.vpracingfuels.com.

ExteriorComponents/Accessories

American Force Wheels: Dually wheels in 65 designs for all-terrain, mud-terrain, low-profile and big rig use and appearance. These wheels are custom manufactured in the USA from 6061 forged aluminum and high-quality materials. Sizes include 19” Direct Bolt-On, 19.5” Direct Bolt-On, 20”, 22”, 22.5”, 24”, 24.5” and 26” and are available in a 5-, 6-, 8- or 10-lug fitment. Super single wheels are available in a variety of applications and design configurations. Contact: Deyan Font, deyan@americanforcewheels.com; 786-345-6301. Website: www.americanforcewheels.com.

AnzoUSA: Projector headlights, LED taillights, LED light bars, LED pod lights, off-road HID lights. Contact: Shaun Callaway, shaun@anzousa.com; 909-590-8618. Website: www.anzousa.com.

ARB 4x4 Accessories: Bullbars, lighting, roof racks, skid plates and differential covers. Contact: Matt Glass, mglass@arbusa.com; 888-427-2872. Website: www.arbusa.com.

A.R.E. Accessories LLC: A.R.E. truck caps and hard tonneau covers. Each cap is custom built and painted to meet the customer’s specifications. A.R.E. matches the vehicle identification number, paint code and uses a state-of-the-art factory painting system. There are more than a dozen types of truck caps and tonneau covers, as well as commercial units for fleets, that match every lifestyle and truck need. Contact: Shari Arfons, shari@mcculloughpr.com; 330-244-9980. Website: www.4are.com.

Automatic Cargo Light: Automatic Cargo Light. Lights up your pickup box automatically when you open the tailgate. Both LED and incandescent kits available. Contact: Justin Zich, Info@4zproducts.com; 701-220-9467. Website: Automaticcargolight.com. 

BASF-The Chemical Co.: BASF R-M Oynx HD Waterborne, Carizzma Candy and Flat, Glasurit, BASF FOOSE Colors, or LIMCO Jet Black single stage available for import, domestic, street rod, pro touring, trucks or European applications. BASF will provide primer, color and clear for selected project vehicles. Contact: Brian Fox, brian.fox@basfpaintnews.com; 717-577-6449. Website: www.basfrefinish.com, www.basfpaintnews.com, www.carizzmacolors.com.

Big Mike's Performance Parts: STO N SHO two-piece detachable front license-plate mounting system. Made in the USA with high-quality aluminum, the STO N SHO is designed for modern muscle, performance and luxury cars with factory mounting locations that may ruin the vehicle's appearance. Stay in compliance with state law by STOing your front license plate when you want to SHO the beauty of your car. Contact: Mashell Tripp, mashell@bigmikesperformanceparts.com; 831-663-4849. Website: www.bigmikesperformanceparts.com.

BMF Wheels: BMF Wheels is offering wheels for SEMA project builders. There are seven wheel designs to choose from in 17-, 18-, 20-, 22- and 24-inch diameters. Contact: Blake Ramthun, blake@bmfwheels.com; 888-313-2580. Website: www.bmfwheels.com.

BOLT Locks: BOLT locks feature Breakthrough One-Key Lock Technology, which permanently programs the lock to a vehicle’s ignition key. When owners insert their ignition key into the BOLT Lock cylinder, spring-loaded plate tumblers move up and down to uniquely code the cylinder to that specific key. They are available for owners of Ford, GM, Chrysler, Jeep, Toyota and Nissan vehicles and deliver added security and convenience. Contact: Shari Afrons, shari@mcculloughpr.com; 330-244-9980. Website: www.boltlock.com.

Boondock Bumpers: Winch-ready or non-winch-ready flat steel bumper replacements for front or rear. Also offering the company's new AR-4 step board. Contact: Matt Cartwright, matt@goboondocks.com; 800-520-4902. Website: www.goboondock.com.

Brandmotion: Curb Alert Pro parking sensors. Contact: Geoff Dixon, gdixon@brandmotion.com; 734-619-1250, ext. 908. Website: www.brandmotion.com.

CargoGlide: CargoGlide slide-out bed slides for trucks, vans, SUVs and work trucks. Quality engineered product with four models, offering 100% extension; three models with 70% extension, steel or aluminum. Contact: David McInturf, davidm@cargoglide.com; 877-525-9535. Website: www.cargoglide.com.

Continental Tire the Americas LLC: Tires available from both the Continental and General Tire lines. Contact: Sheri Herrmann, sheri.herrmann@conti-na.com; 704-583-8151. Website: www.continentaltire.com.

Convert-A-Ball Distributing: Cushioned ball mounts, interchangeable ball sets, fifth wheel to gooseneck adapters, cushioned towing accessories, including six-way multi-hitches, Pintle hitches, adjustable hitches, weight distribution hitches, swivel hitches and clevis hitches. Contact: Dennis Cheatham, info@convert-a-ball.net; 308-254-7115. Website: www.convert-a-ball.net.

Diversi-Tech (DT): Adjustable aluminum ball mounts, various sizes available from 4" to 10" drops, hand polished aluminum for mirror finish. Contact: Trevor Millar, tmillar@progressmfg.com; 877-523-9103. Website: www.diversi-tech.net.

Eastwood Co.: Paints: primers, base coat/clearcoat, single stage urethane paints, paint guns and all paint accessories used in painting projects. Glass polishing, headlight restoration, fender rollers. Contact: Brian Huck, bhuck@eastwood.com; 610-705-5420. Website: www.eastwood.com.

EGR Inc.: Full line of exterior accessories for trucks, SUVs and cars. Products include, but not limited to, No Drill Fender Flares, No Drill Hood Protectors, Side WindowVisors, and side steps. Contact: Bryan Speer, info@egrusa.com; 909-923-7075. Website: www.egrusa.com.

Factor 55: Winch hook upgrade - ProLink Winch Shackle mount. Contact: Mike Costa, mike@factor55.com; 208-639-1674. Website: www.factor55.com.

Fastway Trailer Products: Trailer accessories, Flip automatic tongue jack foot, weight distributing hitch with built in sway control (No- Chains), Zip coiled breakaway cable a trailer breakaway cable that won't drag. Tandem axle wheel chock. Contact: Trevor Millar, tmillar@fastwaytrailer.com; 877-523-9103. Website: www.fastwaytrailer.com.

Fusion Bumpers: Premium steel bumpers for fullsize Dodge, Ford and GM trucks. Contact: Johnny Ramirez, johnny.fusionbumpers@gmail.com; 877-208-0525. Website: www.fusionbumpers.com.

Go Industries Inc.: Rancher grille guards, UA Rancher grille guards, Pro-Series bumper replacements. Contact: Scott A. Covelli, scott@goindustries.com; 800-527-4345.

Gold Eagle Co.: 303 Products Speed Detailer – quick, safe and easy to use and gives automobiles a high-gloss, detailed finish. Ideal for use on fiberglass, paint, glass, plastic, chrome and stainless steel; simply spray on and wipe dry. Contact: Kelly Kaufman, kelly@elmpr.com. Website: www.303products.com. 

Golight Inc.: Portable or permanent mount remote control searchlights. Fixed mount LED lighting. Contact: Shawna Matson, shawna@golight.com; 800-557-0098.

Go Rhino Products/Big Country: Dominator D4 sidesteps, OE Xtreme sidesteps, Rhino Charger bull bars, winch guards, Wrangler guards. Contact: Mike DeFord, mike@gorhino.com; 714-257-7392.

Husky Liners: Mud guards, quad caps bed-rail protection, 5th wheel tailgate, con-rack, Husky Shield paint protection film, Husky Shield Headlite guard. Contact: Tara Duncan, tduncan@huskyliners.com; 800-344-8759. Website: www.huskyliners.com.

Iron Cross Automotive: Heavy-duty bumpers, HD steps, three- and four-inch tube steps. Contact: Tony Harper, tony@ironcrossautomotive.com; 918-227-7433. Website: www.ironcrossautomotive.com. 

JDM Sport: Visors, lighting (applications limited), tow hooks, rear visor (applications limited). Contact: Lee Ho, lee@jdmsport.com; 626-340-4717. Website: www.JDMSport.com.

KC HiLiTES Inc.: Auxiliary lighting products. Contact: Ron Pryczynski, ron@kchilites.com; 928-635-2607. Website: www.kchilites.com.

Mackin Industries Inc.: Wheels for companies building SUV/crossover vehicles for SEMA show. RAYS is a premier manufacturer well known for top level racing wheels. The company has released a line of crossover/SUV wheels called HFULLCROSS. Contact: Edward Lee, elee@mackinindustries.com; 562-946-6820. Website: www.rays-msc.com/wheels/index.cgi?b=13.

Masterbuilt: Cargo carrier; motorcycle carrier. Contact: Danny East, deast@masterbuilt.com; 706-2566-3909. Website: www.masterbuilt.com.

Monster Hooks Inc.: Recovery hooks rated at 20,000 lbs. (Mini Monster) and 45,000 lbs. (Monster). "Hex Flo Tips" diesel exhaust tips, D-Ring replacement "Monster Swivel Hook," new swivel hook mounts on all stock bumper tabs and factor 55 Fairlead. Contact: Marco Najarro: marco@monsterhooksinc.com; 408-313-0716. Website: www.monsterhooksinc.com.

MPC Group: Engineered three-piece, or performance light-weight one-piece, forged wheels. Contact: Masato Tsuchiya, Masato@mpcforged.com; 714-998-8462.

N-FAB: Nerf steps, rock rails, full replacement front bumpers, pre-runners, light bars, light brackets, rear runners and tire carriers. Contact: Doug Parks, doug@n-fab.com; 281-880-6322. Website: www.n-fab.com.

Omix-ADA/Rugged Ridge: Bumpers, fender flares, hood catches, trim pieces, soft tops, skid plates and more for Jeep. Fender flares for trucks. Contact: Henk van Dongen, hvandongen@omix-ada.com; 770-614-6101. Website: www.Omix-ADA.com.

ORACLE Lighting: ORACLE Lighting SMD Headlight Halo Kits for Ford Raptor F150, GMC Sierra, Dodge Ram, and 2013 Dodge Charger. Professional installation service also available to confirmed display vehicles. Contact: Jonathan Barber, jonathan@oraclelights.com; 800-407-5776. Website: www.oraclelights.com.

Paramount Off-Road: Jeep/truck – Complete line of off-road front and rear bumpers, including fenders, rocker guards and sliders for Jeep JK/TJ. LED light bars and accessory lighting is available with vehicle-specific and universal mounting brackets. Lights include square, round and 50” combos. Contact: Victor Casillas, victorc@paramount-automotive.com. Website: www.paramount-automotive.com.

Paramount Restyling: Truck/SUV/Jeep/car and the new 2014 Silverado/Sierra/Tundra – Offering the latest in restyling and trim with a complete line of studded, billet and esh grilles with matching door/tailgate handles, and mirror covers in chrome or carbon fiber finish for most models through 2014. Contact: Victor Casillas, victorc@paramount-automotive.com. Website: www.paramount-automotive.com.

Paramount Workforce: Truck/SUV – Universal contractor racks and hitch-mounted accessories that include bed extenders, baskets and bike carriers for fullsize and compact trucks and SUVs. Contact: Victor Casillas, victorc@paramount-automotive.com. Website: www.paramount-automotive.com.

PIAA Corp. USA: Offroad lights, light bulbs and wiper blades. Contact: Justin MacLauchlan, justinm@piaa-usa.com; 503-489-6666.
Website: www.piaa.com.

Pro Comp/Smittybilt/Rubicon Express/G2 Axle & Gear: A set of LRG wheels available: 4 x 24x12 101 Series Wheels. 8x6.5 bolt pattern. Black/Milled. -44 Offset. Contact: Chloe Eady, ceady@procompusa.com; 310-900-3841. Website: www.lrgrims.com.

Retrax Truck Bed Covers: Complete line of retractable pickup bed covers. Contact: Andy Nephew, anephew@retrax.com; 701-746-5596. Website: www.retrax.com.

RAM Mounting Systems: Rugged vehicle mounts for mobile electronics. Single, double and triple suction cup mounts. Camera mounts, GoPro mounts and displays. Roll bar and rail mounts. Contact: Annie Bryant, annie.bryant@rammount.com; 206-763-8361.

Ranch Hand Truck Accessories: Front bumper replacements (traditional, bullnose, winch-ready), grille guards, back bumpers, running steps, steps, crossbox, headache rack systems for Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Ram, Toyota and certain products available for Jeep. Contact: Cherise Ratliff, cratliff@ranchhand.com; 361-594-4608. Website: www.ranchhand.com.

Rancho/Dynomax: Off-road accessories for Jeeps. Contact: Christine Bowser, chrissy@pinnmedia.com; 330-688-3515. Website: www.GoRancho.com.

Rigid Industries: LED light bars, LED pod lighting, LED off-road lights, marine lighting. Contact: Taylor Anderson, Sponsorship@rigidindustries.com; 480-655-0100. Website: www.rigidindustries.com.

Scorpion Truck Bed Linings: Bed Liners, rocker panel protection, under coating, wheel well protection and full body sprays. Contact: Dana Mitchell, dana@alsliner.com; 800-999-6841. Website: www.scorpioncoatings.com.

Silent Running: Coating used to dampen vibration, reduce unwanted road noise, and improve stereo quality. Contact: Morgan Schultz, mschultz@currentcomposites.com; 877-436-6542.

Spyder Auto: L.E.D. taillights, CCFL projection headlights, light bar headlights. Contact: Mikey Lee, mikey@spyderauto.com; 626-934-8884. Website: www.spyderauto.com.

Steelmate Co. Ltd.: DIY TPMS with valve-cap external sensors/driving video recorder. Contact: Jane Lo, jane.lo@steel-mate.com.hk; 852-9651-4006. Website: www.steel-mate.com.

Surco Products Inc.: Roof & Hitch Mounted Basket Racks. All racks have custom adapters to adapt to any factory rack. We also can provide roof rails for any bare roof application. Contact: Osnat Surkin, osnatsurkin@surcoinc.com; 310-323-2520. Website: www.surcoinc.com.

TOFF Sprayed-on Bedliners: Sprayed-on bedliner. Contact: Jason Hamilton, jhamilton@toffliners.com; 214-716-1990. Website: www.toffliners.com.

TrailReady TR Products: Heavy-duty replacement front and rear bumpers, guards and winch mounts. Contact: Dorian Hartfield, dorian@truckaccessoriesnw.com; 888-910-2999. Website: www.trailready.com.

T-REX Grilles: T-REX Grilles offers a wide range of aftermarket grille styles—traditional Billet Grille Series, aggressive X-Metal Grille Series, performance-based Torch Series Grilles, luxurious Upper Class Grille Series and motorsports-inspired Sport Series Grille Series—all which provide the perfect solution for every style and taste. Thousand of applications available for trucks/SUVs/Jeeps/Autos, including the new 2014 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra/Toyota Tundra. After more than 16 years of cutting-edge design, development, fit and finish, the first stop for grilles is T-REX Grilles. Contact: Sponsorship Coordinator, info@trexbillet.com; 951-270-5388. Website: www.trexbillet.com.

TRIMAX: Innovative security products for performance trucks, trailer and tow, powersports and more, including: adjustable hitches in four styles, receiver locks, unattended-trailer locks, coupler locks, U-locks, chain and cable locks, door locks and padlocks. Contact: Jim Sentz, jim@trimaxlocks.com; 303-796-8500. Website: www.trimaxlocks.com.

Truck Accessories Group – Leer, Century, Pace Edwards, Raider: Pace Edwards Retractable tonneau cover. Leer fiberglass caps and tonneaus. Contact: Patricia Stewart, pstewart@truckgroup.com; 916-771-0196. Website: www.pace-edwards.com, www.leer.com.

Weld Racing: Truck, dually, trailer and street-performance wheels. Forged aluminum, precision-made wheels: 17- and 20-inch single rear wheel truck, 10 styles up to 20x14; 17-inch and 19.5 dually rear wheel truck, 10 styles; 16-inch trailer wheels to match truck and dually styles; 15-, 17-, 18- and 20-inch RTS line street wheels, 5 lug up to 20 x 17.5. Contact: Chris Bovis, cbovis@weldracing.com; 800-788-9353.

Westin Automotive Products: Nerf bars and running boards, grille guards and bull bars, light bars, winches (limited), winch mount trays, winch mount grille guards, wind deflectors and bug shields. Contact: Contact: Gabriela Cortes, gcortes@Westinautomotive.com; 626-960-6762 ext. 451. Website: www.westinautomotive.com.

Whistler: Tire-pressure monitoring system. Contact: JD Davis, jddavis@whistlergroup.com; 479-464-3522. Website: www.whistlergroup.com.

Vossen: 19–23 -inch luxury/sport concave wheels. We offer our class-leading CV wheels and our new one-piece, lightweight forged Vossen Precision Series. Contact: Mike Forsythe, mike@vossenwheels.com; 305-463-7778. Website: www.vossenwheels.com.

Interior Components/Accessories

ARB 4x4 Accessories: Outback storage solution roller drawers; freezer fridges. Contact: Matt Glass, mglass@arbusa.com; 888-427-2872. Website: www.arbusa.com.

BEDSLIDE/Takit Inc.: BEDSLIDE is simply a better way to access your truck bed by turning it into an easy-access drawer. The BEDSLIDE rolls all of your cargo out to you—saving time, effort and back pain. Available for SEMA project pickups, vans, SUVs and Jeeps. Contact: Jake Plappert, jake@takit.com; 239-340-9608. Website: www.bedslide.com.

Brandmotion: Infinity Frameless rearview mirrors, and Infinity Frameless mirror with Homelink. Contact: Geoff Dixon, gdixon@brandmotion.com; 734-619-1250, ext. 908. Website: www.brandmotion.com.

CargoGlide: CargoGlide slide-out bed slides for trucks, vans, SUVs and work trucks. Quality engineered product with four models, offering 100% extension; three models with 70% extension, steel or aluminum. Contact: David McInturf, davidm@cargoglide.com; 877-525-9535. Website: www.cargoglide.com.

Eastwood Co.: Sound deadening material, interior dye, paints, trim restoration solutions and much more. Contact: Brian Huck, bhuck@eastwood.com; 610-705-5420. Website: www.eastwood.com.

Edge Products Inc./Superchips: Full line of tuning and monitoring products for '96–up vehicles. Contact: Jim McGinn, jmcginn@powerteq.com; 770-846-0327. Website: www.powerteq.com.

Husky Liners: Custom molded Floor Liners, All-weather Floor Mats, GearBox interior storage. Contact: Tara Duncan, tduncan@huskyliners.com; 800-344-8759. Website: www.huskyliners.com.

ISSPRO Inc.: Set of Performax gauges. Contact: Kathleen Brown, kathleen@isspro.com; 503-528-3420. Website: www.isspro.com.  

JDM Sport: Steering wheels, gauges, shift knobs and racing harnesses. Contact: Lee Ho, lee@jdmsport.com; 626-340-4717. Website: www.JDMSport.com.

Omix-ADA/Rugged Ridge: Floor liners, interior trim, seats, grab handles and more for Jeep. Floor liners for trucks. Contact: Henk van Dongen, hvandongen@omix-ada.com; 770-614-6101. Website: www.Omix-ADA.com.

RAM Mounting Systems: Rugged, mobile electronic mounts. Vehicle drill and no-drill laptop mounts. Vehicle tablet mounts for iPads, Samsung Galaxy and many more. Vehicle camera and GoPro mounts. Vehicle smartphone, (iPhone, Samsung and more) handheld GPS mounts. Single, double and triple suction cup mounts. Contact: Annie Bryant, annie.bryant@rammount.com; 206-763-8361.

Retro Manufacturing LLC: Radios, seatbelts, antennas, kick panels, power antennas, and speakers. Contact: Michael Robbins, mrobbins@retrosoundusa.com; 909-364-1372. Website: www.retrosoundusa.com.

ScanGauge-Linear Logic LLC: ScanGauge2, ScanGaugeE or ScanGaugeD. More than just a OBDII scan tool, the ScanGauge product line provides real-time feedback about driving style, more than 15 standard digital gauges, built-in trip computers, performance features and much more. Contact: Joey Snyder, joey.snyder@linear-logic.com; 480-656-4089. Website: www.ScanGauge.com.

Scorpion Truck Bed Linings: Interior heat and sound control, interior non-slip, easy to clean liners. Contact: Dana Mitchell, dana@alsliner.com; 800-999-6841. Website: www.scorpioncoatings.com.

Silent Running: Coating used to dampen vibration, reduce unwanted road noise, and improve stereo quality. Contact: Morgan Schultz, mschultz@currentcomposites.com; 877-436-6542.

Steelmate Co. Ltd.: TPMS with professional internal sensors/parking assist system/car alarm/motorcycle alarm. Jane Lo, jane.lo@steel-mate.com.hk; 852-9651-4006. Website: www.steel-mate.com.

Quiet Ride Solutions: Firewall insulator panels, AcoustiShield thermal acoustic automotive insulation kits (pre-cut, ready to install), molded truck headliner kits. See website for availability. Contact: Timothy Cox, timcox@quietride.com; 209-321-1454. Website: www.quietride.com.

Rigid Industries: Interior accent lighting. Contact: Taylor Anderson, Sponsorship@rigidindustries.com; 480-655-0100. Website: www.rigidindustries.com.

Takata Racing: 50-state legal two-inch or three-inch four-point harness, or cam-lock equipped four-point or six-point SFI FIA HANS harnesses for import, off-road, domestic, American muscle, European or race car applications. NEW Racing seat line include Street Pro LE, Race LE, or Drift LE. Takata shoulder comfort pads available in two-inch or three-inch for all enthusiasts. Contact: Brian Fox, fox@takataracing.com; 717-577-6449. Website: www.takataracing.com, www.schrothracing.com.

Vizualogic: Vizualogic's new Android SmartLogic headrest/tablet system: Kit would include "2" Perfect Match Replacement or Active Headrests. (We match the color, grain, and stitch of the factory headrest) with IR headphone option, "2" 7" five point capacitive touch screen tablets with Wi-Fi capabilities, front-facing camera, wireless FM modulator. Vehicle must be opened and attended to throughout the duration of the 2013 SEMA Show. System could also be used as an in-dash or console mount. Please submit complete build list, including renderings and/or pictures to walt@vizualogic.com. Contact: Walt Detlefsen, walt@vizualogic.com; 951-272-1996.

Westin Automotive Products: Floor mats and cargo mats, tool boxes and headache racks. Contact: Julie De Anda, JDeAnda@westinautomotive.com; 626-960-6762 ext. 450. Website: www.westinautomotive.com.

Wet Okole Hawaii: Seat covers – Wet Okole manufactures custom-fit, waterproof Neoprene seat covers for most of today's vehicles. More than 40 colors and several styles to choose from. Standard, Solid, Piping, RealTree Camos. Contact: Steven Grew, steven.grew@wetokole.com; 714-434-9000. Website: www.wetokole.com.

Whistler: High-performance laser radar detectors; power inverters. Contact: JD Davis, jddavis@whistlergroup.com; 479-464-3522. Website: www.whistlergroup.com.

XS Power Batteries: Power wire (0, 2, 4, and 8 gauge), batteries and chargers, along with with billet battery hold-downs. Contact: Nathan Way, nathan@xspowerbatteries.com; 888-497-7693. Website: www.4xspower.com.

Suspension/Brake Components

ARB 4x4 Accessories: Suspension systems. Contact: Matt Glass, mglass@arbusa.com; 888-427-2872. Website: www.arbusa.com.

BDS Suspension: Complete suspension lifts kits for trucks and Jeeps. Contact: Kent Wyatt, kwyatt@bds-suspension.com, 517-279-2135, ext.135. Website: www.bds-suspension.com.

Dobinson USA: Coils, shock absorbers, torsion bars, leaf springs and bushings. Contact: David Otero, sales@dobinsonusa.com; 305-261-5424.

Eastwood Co.: Chassis paint, rust removal, blasting, powder coating, brake flaring tools, brake kits, hand and brake tools. Contact: Brian Huck, bhuck@eastwood.com; 610-705-5420. Website: www.eastwood.com.

Eibach Springs Inc.: Pro-Kit springs, Sportline springs. Contact: Ryan Hoegner, rhoegner@eibach.com; 951-256-8300. Website: www.eibach.com.

Energy Suspension: Hyper-Flex polyurethane control-arm bushings, sway bar and end-link bushings, leaf-spring and shock-eyelet bushings, cab and body mounts, bump stops and master kits for most popular car and truck applications. Contact: Michael Santa Cruz, msantacruz@energysuspension.com; 949-361-3935, ext. 235. Website: www.energysuspension.com.

Firestone Industrial Products: Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs kits and components, R4Tech suspension system, air accessory kits and component (air compressors, air tanks, gauges, etc). Contact: Todd Green, greentodd@fsip.com; 317-818-8661. Website: www.fsip.com.

Hawk Performance: Hawk Performance Brake System (calipers, rotors and brake pads). View more products information online: www.hawkperformance.com/performance/brake-system/index.html. Contact: Cody Currie, ccurrie@hawkperformance.com; 909-342-5219. Website: www.hawkperformance.com.

Hellwig Products Co. Inc.: Hellwig Products designs and manufacturers products for better vehicle handling and load support. The products available include sway bars, helper springs and air. Contact: Melanie White, mwhite@hellwigproducts.com; 559-734-7451. Website: www.hellwigproducts.com.

JDM Sport: 32-way coilover adjustable lowering spring system, lowering springs, lower control arms, subframe bar, camber kits, hydraulic e-brake system. Contact: Lee Ho, lee@jdmsport.com; 626-340-4717. Website: www.JDMSport.com.

JKS Manufacturing: Suspension solutions and accessories for late model Jeep vehicles. Contact: Kent Wyatt, kwyatt@truck-master.com; 517-278-7144, ext. 135. Website: www.jksmfg.com.

KW Automotive North America Inc.: Suspension-lowering components for trucks and SUVs, including spindles, complete kits, shock absorbers, anti-sway bars, etc. Contact: George Ciordas, george.ciordas@kwautomotive.com; 559-875-0222. Website: www.belltech.com.

Maxtrac Suspension: Lift, level, and lowering kits for trucks and SUVs. Contact: Bob Sager, bob@maxtracsuspension.com; 714-630-0363. Website: www.maxtracsuspension.com.

MGP Caliper Covers: Standard, licensed and custom caliper covers. Custom paint and engraving options are also available for select candidates. Contact: Ben Wong, ben.wong@calipercovers.com; 877-995-0003. Website: www.calipercovers.com.

Omix-ADA/Rugged Ridge: Lift kits, brake kits and drivetrain products for Jeep. Contact: Henk van Dongen, hvandongen@omix-ada.com; 770-614-6101. Website: www.Omix-ADA.com.

QA1: Shocks, struts, coil-over kits, control arms, k-members, sway bars, strut tower braces, torque arms, rod ends, ball joints and many other suspension components for a variety of applications. Contact: Kaitlyn Nelson, knelson@qa1.net; 952-985-5675. Website: www.QA1.net.

Rancho/Dynomax: Rancho Suspension and Shocks provides a full range of performance shocks and suspension systems for 4WD and 2WD trucks, SUVs and Jeeps. Contact: Christine Bowser, chrissy@pinnmedia.com; 330-688-3515. Website: www.GoRancho.com.

ReadyLift Suspension: Lift, leveling, off-road suspension kits, including control arms, steering kits, long-/mid-travel and off-road bumpers and components for pickups and SUVs. Contact: Steve Robinson, steve@readylift.com; 702-410-2300. Website: www.readylift.com.

742 Marketing: Scion FRS/Subaru BRZ harness bar available in four different colors. Contact: Jeff Maldonado, info@seven42.com; 323-490-9440. Website: www.742marketing.com.

Timbren Industries Inc.: Suspension Enhancement System kit for Truck, Van, SUV or Jeep. Allows vehicle to haul or tow heavy loads without the vehicle sagging or squatting. Available also for off-road use to absorb bounce and shock. Takes the place of the factory bump-stop. Simple bolt in installation. Contact: Andrew Hodgson, ahodgson@timbren.com; 905-444-9004. Website: www.timbren.com.

Zone Offroad Products: Suspension lifts, body lifts, and accessories for trucks and Jeeps. Contact: Kent Wyatt, kwyatt@truck-master.com; 888-998-9663, ext. 2135. Website: www.zoneoffroad.com.

Wheels & Tires

Atturo Tire: Atturo Tires - AZ800, Trail Blade M/T and A/T. Contact: Michael Mathis, mmathis@atturo.com; 847-265-6146. Website: www.Atturo.com.

American Force Wheels: Dually wheels in 65 designs for all-terrain, mud-terrain, low-profile and big rig use and appearance. These wheels are custom manufactured in the USA from 6061 forged aluminum and high-quality materials. Sizes include 19” Direct Bolt-On, 19.5” Direct Bolt-On, 20”, 22”, 22.5”, 24”, 24.5” and 26” and are available in a 5-, 6-, 8- or 10-lug fitment. Super single wheels are available in a variety of applications and design configurations. Contact: Deyan Font, deyan@americanforcewheels.com; 786-345-6301. Website: www.americanforcewheels.com.

BMF Wheels: BMF Wheels is offering wheels for SEMA project builders. There are seven wheel designs to choose from in 17-, 18-, 20-, 22- and 24-inch diameters. Contact: Blake Ramthun, blake@bmfwheels.com; 888-313-2580. Website: www.bmfwheels.com.

Konig American: Konig high-quality wheels for the street and track. Privat Wheels, 18- to 20-inch, with many aggressive staggered applications. Advanti Racing 17- to 20-inch premium wheels with staggered applications available. Bravado Performance wheels, available in 18- to 22-inch sizes, add retro flavor to modern day domestic musclecar and SUV applications, as well as special fitments for modern Camaros and Mustangs. Mamba Offroad wheel line with aggressive fitments and styling for most Jeeps, trucks and SUVs. Contact: Scott Weiss, sweiss@konigwheels.com, 800-645-3878. Websites: www.konigwheels.com, www.privatwheels.com, www.advantiwheel.com, www.bravadowheels.com, and www.mambawheels.com.  

Mackin Industries Inc.: Wheels for companies building SUV/crossover vehicles for SEMA show. RAYS is a premier manufacturer well known for top level racing wheels. The company has released a line of crossover/SUV wheels called HFULLCROSS. Contact: Edward Lee, elee@mackinindustries.com; 562-946-6820. Website: www.rays-msc.com/wheels/index.cgi?b=13.

Vossen: 19–23 -inch luxury/sport concave wheels. We offer our class-leading CV wheels and our new one-piece, lightweight forged Vossen Precision Series. Contact: Mike Forsythe, mike@vossenwheels.com; 305-463-7778. Website: www.vossenwheels.com.

Other Products/Services

ARB 4x4 Accessories: Air compressors. Contact: Matt Glass, mglass@arbusa.com; 888-427-2872. Website: www.arbusa.com.

BOLT Locks: 1) The Padlock 2.0 is a chrome plated 5/16-inch hardened steel, spring-loaded shackle lock inside a crush-resistant body shell. The automotive grade stainless steel lock keeps out weather and debris, ensuring a longer usage life. 2) The Receiver Lock is an auto-return spring and automatically locks when the key is removed. The solid stainless steel pin is durable and keeps out elements and debris. 3) The Cable Lock is a six foot 1/4-inch coiled cable with a 1/16-inch black vinyl coating. 4) BOLT also has Trailer Spare Tire Locks which fits the steel rim wheel to a studded mount. 5) The Toolbox Latch Retrofit Kit features a solid zinc core and an automotive-grade cylinder with patented six-plate tumbler sidebar to prevent picking and bumping. Contact: Shari Afrons, shari@mcculloughpr.com; 330-244-9980. Website: www.boltlock.com.

CargoGlide: CargoGlide slide-out bed slides for trucks, vans, SUVs and work trucks. Quality engineered product with four models, offering 100% extension; three models with 70% extension, steel or aluminum. Contact: David McInturf, davidm@cargoglide.com; 877-525-9535. Website: www.cargoglide.com.

Energy Suspension: Universal and custom polyurethane applications. Contact: Michael Santa Cruz, msantacruz@energysuspension.com; 949-361-3935, ext. 235. Website: www.energysuspension.com.

Fastway Trailer Products: Trailer accessories, Flip automatic tongue jack foot, weight distributing hitch with built in sway control (No- Chains), Zip coiled breakaway cable a trailer breakaway cable that won't drag. Tandem axle wheel chock. Contact: Trevor Millar, tmillar@fastwaytrailer.com; 877-523-9103. Website: www.fastwaytrailer.com.

Fuel Tool: Larger gasoline tank and transfer system that would allow the user to access gasoline from the vehicle's gas tank and transfer it out into any gas-powered equipment, eliminating the need for gas cans. Excellent for trucks, SUVs, Jeeps, vans, etc. Contact: Mike McAvey, mikemcavey@fueltool.com; 201-956-2350. Website: www.fueltool.com.

Hornblasters Inc.: Loudest train horn kits ever made. On board air systems, air horns, and air suspension kits. Contact: Rigo, Rigo@HornBlasters.com; 813-783-8058, ext. 305. Website: www.HornBlasters.com.

HP Tuners: HP Tuners Interface, or HP Tuners Credits, for supported vehicles, including 2014 Silverado and C7 Corvette, and LSX swaps. Contact: Jay Payson, jay@hptuners.com; 661-644-4624. Website: www.hptuners.com.

Quiet Ride Solutions: Underhood cover with insulation. Special vehicle-theme molding available. Contact: Timothy Cox, timcox@quietride.com; 209-321-1454. Website: www.quietride.com.

Scorpion Truck Bed Linings: High-build polyurethane and polyurea coatings.. Contact: Dana Mitchell, dana@alsliner.com; 800-999-6841. Website: www.scorpioncoatings.com.

SCT Performance: Custom-tuning assistance for project vehicles with unusual engine- and/or power-adder combinations. Contact: Tim Roi, tim@sctflash.com; 407-774-2447, ext. 137.

742 Marketing: We specialize in feature and booth vehicle outfitting. Are you in need of show/race/off-road vehicles to represent you at the 2013 SEMA Show? We have you covered. Contact: Jeff Maldonado, info@seven42.com; 323-490-9440. Website: www.742marketing.com.

Takata Racing: New Takata tow straps for race cars or show vehicles. Available in green and black, with Takata logo embroidered. Contact: Brian Fox, fox@takataracing.com; 717-577-6449. Website: www.takataracing.com, www.schrothracing.com.

VIAIR Corp.: Comprehensive line of air compressors and accessories for both the on- and off-road markets. Leader in 12-volt and 24-volt air compressors in the sport air suspension, on-board air and mobile pneumatics segments. Wurton LED off-road light line, including LED lighting, LED light bars, LED pod lighting and LED off-road lights. Contact: Joe Maynard, joem@viaircorp.com; 949-585-0011. Website: www.viaircorp.com, www.wurton.com.

Wavetrac Differentials: Wavetrac differential. Contact: Dana Clark, info@wavetrac.net; 949-362-8700. Website: www.wavetrac.net.

Whistler: Diagnostic inspection camera. Contact: JD Davis, jddavis@whistlergroup.com; 479-464-3522. Website: www.whistlergroup.com.

XS Power Batteries: Starting batteries, power wire, billet hold-downs, and chargers. Contact: Nathan Way, nathan@xspowerbatteries.com; 888-497-7693. Website: www.4xspower.com.

Thu, 08/29/2013 - 09:16
By Jason Catullo
 

SEMA Show 2013, Products for Project VehiclesExhibitors looking to get their products on more display vehicles at the 2013 SEMA Show are invited to participate in the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders List.

  

Exhibitors of the 2013 SEMA Show have the opportunity to expand their reach at the Show by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders List. Builders continuously look for the key pieces and products to add visual spice to their builds. The list helps connect manufacturers looking for extra product exposure with the pros that create trendsetting vehicles that capture the imaginations of media and buyers from around the world.

This type of product-placement opportunity is so valuable that manufacturers often offer builders products for free or at greatly reduced rates. The intention of the list is to make builders aware of potential products available. All product-placement decisions and negotiations are the responsibility of the manufacturers and the builders. Participation in the list does not guarantee product placement at the 2013 SEMA Show.

To participate in the list, access the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders form.

The latest additions to the list will be included each week in SEMA eNews, when available. The list is open to exhibitors of the 2013 SEMA Show only and is intended to build awareness for SEMA Show exhibitors and their products.

For questions or additional information, contact Jason Catullo at jasonc@sema.org or call 909-978-6713.

Latest Additions

   

Engine/Underhood Components  

Design Engineering Inc.: Thermal insulation, thermal tuning performance products, thermal acoustic barriers and CryO2 Cryogenic intake systems. NyTrex nitrous oxide systems. Contact: Dan Stark, dans@designengineering.com; 440-930-7940. Website: www.designengineering.com.

ExteriorComponents/Accessories

Lazer Star Lights: LED light bars, 10-watt and three-watt versions available; LED utility lights; HID lights; Halogen driving lights, LED turn and taillights and interior accent lights. Dennis Lusardi, dennis@lazerstarlights.com; 805-226-8200. Website: www.lazerstarlights.com.

Rhino-Rack USA LLC: Base racks, sport and gear transportation accessories, baskets and high-end cargo boxes. Contact: Robert Close, rclose@rhinorack.com; 303-706-9700. Website: www.rhinorack.com.   

Interior Components/Accessories

Design Engineering Inc.: Thermal and acoustic protection. Contact: Dan Stark, dans@designengineering.com; 440-930-7940. Website: www.designengineering.com.

Other Products/Services

Design Engineering Inc.: CryO2 Cryogenic intake systems, and NyTrex nitrous oxide systems. Contact: Dan Stark, dans@designengineering.com; 440-930-7940. Website: www.designengineering.com. 

Previous Submissions

Engine/Underhood Components

AEM Induction Systems: Cold air intake systems, intercooler systems (limited application), OE replacement air filters, exhaust systems (limited application), strut tower brace, modular tube bends, couplers, brackets, MAF pads. Contact: George Hsieh, georgeh@aemintakes.com; 951-826-4094. Website: www.aemintaks.com.

AIRAID Filter Co.: Cold air intake systems, premium air filters, and PowerAid throttle body spacers for most popular domestic and import cars, light trucks and SUVs. Contact: Trent McGee, trent@airaid.com; 602-652-9732. Website: www.airaid.com.

ARB 4x4 Accessories: Snorkels, air compressors. Contact: Matt Glass, mglass@arbusa.com; 888-427-2872. Website: www.arbusa.com.

Auburn Gear: Auburn Gear offers its HP Series limited-slip differential, Pro-Series limited-slip differential, Race Series, and Ected MAX Locker, which is a selectable limited-slip to full locker. Contact: Justin Smith, Jrsmith@auburngear.com; 260-920-1359.

Diamond Eye Performance:
Performance diesel exhaust and accessories for Ford, Dodge and Chevy/GM, and performance gas exhaust for Nissan Titan, Toyota Tundra and Ford F-150 Eco-Boost. Contact: Tom Terjeson, tomt@diamondeyemfg.com; 800-635-9950. Website: www.diamondeyeperformance.com.

Doug Thorley Headers: American-made performance exhaust headers, mid-pipes and exhaust systems. Premium-quality products available for classic cars and trucks, LS motor swaps and late-model cars and trucks. Contact: Troy Mastell tmastell@dougthorleyheaders.com; 951-273-3609. Website: www.dougthorleyheaders.com.

Eastwood Co.: Underhood paints, engine paints, battery maintainers. Contact: Brian Huck, bhuck@eastwood.com; 610-705-5420. Website: www.eastwood.com.

Energy Suspension: Hyper-Flex polyurethane motor and transmission mounts, shifter bushings. Contact: Michael Santa Cruz, msantacruz@energysuspension.com; 949-361-3935, ext. 235. Website: www.energysuspension.com.

Hedman Hedders: Headers for classic 50s, 60s, 70s 80s American musclecars, street rods and trucks. C10/C20 truck and traditional, open-fender style street rod projects are of special interest to us. Contact: SEMA Project Vehicle Coordinator, mySEMAproject@hedman.com; 562-921-0404. Website: www.hedman.com.

JDM Sport: Fuel-pressure regulator, turbos, Intercoolers, dress-up bolts, couplers, piping, engine dampeners, headers, short pipes, intakes (applications limited). Exhaust systems (limited applications), cat-back systems. Contact: Lee Ho, lee@jdmsport.com; 626-340-4717. Website: www.JDMSport.com.

K&N Engineering Inc.: High-flow intake systems, OE replacement air filters, high-performance oil filters for most vehicles and powersports applications. Contact: Lucio Tapia, luciot@knfilters.com; 951-826-4000, ext. 4350. Website: www.knfilters.com.

KRC Power Steering: Adjustable Assist Power Steering Pumps designed for racing & performance, front drive pulley kits and power steering pump and alternator mounting brackets. Contact: Roger Mealey, roger@krcpower.com; 770-422-5135. Website: www.krcpower.com.

Magnaflow: Performance exhaust systems, mufflers, tips, exhaust pipes, hot rod kits, glasspack, custom builder kits, diesel exhaust and catalytic converters. Contact: Kirsten Wright, kwright@magnaflow.com; 949-858-5900. Website: www.magnaflow.com. 

Magnuson Superchargers: Complete supercharger kits for most late-model domestic vehicles and resto-mod applications, including LSx, late-model HEMI, and Ford 4.6/5.0 engines. Contact: Matt Hately, matt.hately@magnusonproducts.com; 805-642-8833. Website: www.magnusonproducts.com.

ODYSSEY Battery by EnerSys: High-performance batteries. Contact: April Lowther, april.lowther@enersys.com; 610-208-1729.

Omix-ADA/Rugged Ridge: Intakes, snorkels and exhaust systems for Jeep. Contact: Henk van Dongen, hvandongen@omix-ada.com; 770-614-6101. Website: www.Omix-ADA.com.

Performance Distributors (D.U.I.): High-performance and racing ignition systems; alternators and batteries. Contact: Steve Davis, PerfDist@aol.com; 901-396-5782.

Perma-Cool Products: Cooling components: fans, oil & transmission coolers, oil filter mounts and adapters etc. Contact: Kevin Doyle, kevind@perma-cool.com; 909-391-3000. Website: www.perma-cool.com.

ProCharger: Intercooled ProCharger supercharger systems. Contact: Cary Pangrac, cary.pangrac@procharger.com; 913-338-2886. Website: www.procharger.com.

Pypes Performance Exhaust: Performance exhaust systems, cat-back, diesel stack tips and accessories. Contact: Mike Zimmerman, mikez@pypesexhaust.com; 215-350-1969. Website: www.pypesexhaust.com.

Radium Engineering: Fuel system surge tanks, PCV catch cans, misc. unique fittings, fuel pumps. Contact: Aaron Suchy, aaron@radiumauto.com; 503-317-8322. Website: www.radiumauto.com.

Rancho/Dynomax: Full range of DynoMax Performance Exhaust systems and mufflers for domestic and import passenger cars, trucks, Jeeps and SUVs. Thrush Exhaust mufflers and systems ready to deliver trademark vintage Thrush sound and power to classic cars, trucks and special project vehicle builds. Contact: Christine Bowser, chrissy@pinnmedia.com; 330-688-3515. Websites: www.ThrushExhaust.com; www.DynoMax.com.

Reikken: High-performance power cells, batteries and chargers. Contact: Patrick Szeman, pszman@yahoo.com; 260-348-7003.

SCT Performance: Complete line of Ford and GM vehicle performance programmers. Contact: Tim Roi, tim@sctflash.com; 407-774-2447, ext. 137.

Spectre Performance: High-performance air intake systems and air filters for musclecars and hot rods, as well as the most popular late-model domestic cars, light trucks and SUVs. Contact: Mike Morrow, mikem@spectreperformance.com; 951-826-4000, ext. 4038. Website: www.spectreperformance.com.

Standard Motor Products: Components offered: High performance/racing spark plug wire sets; also offering battery cables. We supply wire sets to three major NASCAR engine builders. Contact: Brad Hopper, bhopper@smpcorp.com; 913-441-6500, ext. 7168. Website: www.BlueStreakwire.com.

Taylor/Vertex: Performance spark plug wires, ignition products, battery boxes and cables. Percy's header gaskets and header bolts. Contact: Mike Wymore, sales2@taylorvertex.com; 816-765-5011. 

VP Racing Fuels: Official Fuel of the NHRA and 60 other sanctioned bodies of racing around the globe is looking for opportunities with key builders this year. We will REQUIRE dyno testing showing performance gains before and after for consideration for sponsorship. Products options will be our new VP101 - Street Legal Performance Unleaded, VP Vintage - Leaded Storage Fuel for Muscle Cars and Vintage vehicles, MS109 - Racing Performance Unleaded, VPC9 - Unleaded Storage Fuel, C85 - Ethanol Based Racing Fuel, and Leaded Racing Fuels - VPC16, VPQ16, VPC12, VP110, etc. Product info and tech sheets available online. Contact: Brian Fox, brian@foxmarketing.net; 717-577-6449. Website: www.vpracingfuels.com.

ExteriorComponents/Accessories

American Force Wheels: Dually wheels in 65 designs for all-terrain, mud-terrain, low-profile and big rig use and appearance. These wheels are custom manufactured in the USA from 6061 forged aluminum and high-quality materials. Sizes include 19” Direct Bolt-On, 19.5” Direct Bolt-On, 20”, 22”, 22.5”, 24”, 24.5” and 26” and are available in a 5-, 6-, 8- or 10-lug fitment. Super single wheels are available in a variety of applications and design configurations. Contact: Deyan Font, deyan@americanforcewheels.com; 786-345-6301. Website: www.americanforcewheels.com.

AnzoUSA: Projector headlights, LED taillights, LED light bars, LED pod lights, off-road HID lights. Contact: Shaun Callaway, shaun@anzousa.com; 909-590-8618. Website: www.anzousa.com.

ARB 4x4 Accessories: Bullbars, lighting, roof racks, skid plates and differential covers. Contact: Matt Glass, mglass@arbusa.com; 888-427-2872. Website: www.arbusa.com.

A.R.E. Accessories LLC: A.R.E. truck caps and hard tonneau covers. Each cap is custom built and painted to meet the customer’s specifications. A.R.E. matches the vehicle identification number, paint code and uses a state-of-the-art factory painting system. There are more than a dozen types of truck caps and tonneau covers, as well as commercial units for fleets, that match every lifestyle and truck need. Contact: Shari Arfons, shari@mcculloughpr.com; 330-244-9980. Website: www.4are.com.

Automatic Cargo Light: Automatic Cargo Light. Lights up your pickup box automatically when you open the tailgate. Both LED and incandescent kits available. Contact: Justin Zich, Info@4zproducts.com; 701-220-9467. Website: Automaticcargolight.com. 

BASF-The Chemical Co.: BASF R-M Oynx HD Waterborne, Carizzma Candy and Flat, Glasurit, BASF FOOSE Colors, or LIMCO Jet Black single stage available for import, domestic, street rod, pro touring, trucks or European applications. BASF will provide primer, color and clear for selected project vehicles. Contact: Brian Fox, brian.fox@basfpaintnews.com; 717-577-6449. Website: www.basfrefinish.com, www.basfpaintnews.com, www.carizzmacolors.com.

Big Mike's Performance Parts: STO N SHO two-piece detachable front license-plate mounting system. Made in the USA with high-quality aluminum, the STO N SHO is designed for modern muscle, performance and luxury cars with factory mounting locations that may ruin the vehicle's appearance. Stay in compliance with state law by STOing your front license plate when you want to SHO the beauty of your car. Contact: Mashell Tripp, mashell@bigmikesperformanceparts.com; 831-663-4849. Website: www.bigmikesperformanceparts.com.

BMF Wheels: BMF Wheels is offering wheels for SEMA project builders. There are seven wheel designs to choose from in 17-, 18-, 20-, 22- and 24-inch diameters. Contact: Blake Ramthun, blake@bmfwheels.com; 888-313-2580. Website: www.bmfwheels.com.

BOLT Locks: BOLT locks feature Breakthrough One-Key Lock Technology, which permanently programs the lock to a vehicle’s ignition key. When owners insert their ignition key into the BOLT Lock cylinder, spring-loaded plate tumblers move up and down to uniquely code the cylinder to that specific key. They are available for owners of Ford, GM, Chrysler, Jeep, Toyota and Nissan vehicles and deliver added security and convenience. Contact: Shari Afrons, shari@mcculloughpr.com; 330-244-9980. Website: www.boltlock.com.

Boondock Bumpers: Winch-ready or non-winch-ready flat steel bumper replacements for front or rear. Also offering the company's new AR-4 step board. Contact: Matt Cartwright, matt@goboondocks.com; 800-520-4902. Website: www.goboondock.com.

Brandmotion: Curb Alert Pro parking sensors. Contact: Geoff Dixon, gdixon@brandmotion.com; 734-619-1250, ext. 908. Website: www.brandmotion.com.

CargoGlide: CargoGlide slide-out bed slides for trucks, vans, SUVs and work trucks. Quality engineered product with four models, offering 100% extension; three models with 70% extension, steel or aluminum. Contact: David McInturf, davidm@cargoglide.com; 877-525-9535. Website: www.cargoglide.com.

Continental Tire the Americas LLC: Tires available from both the Continental and General Tire lines. Contact: Sheri Herrmann, sheri.herrmann@conti-na.com; 704-583-8151. Website: www.continentaltire.com.

Convert-A-Ball Distributing: Cushioned ball mounts, interchangeable ball sets, fifth wheel to gooseneck adapters, cushioned towing accessories, including six-way multi-hitches, Pintle hitches, adjustable hitches, weight distribution hitches, swivel hitches and clevis hitches. Contact: Dennis Cheatham, info@convert-a-ball.net; 308-254-7115. Website: www.convert-a-ball.net.

Diversi-Tech (DT): Adjustable aluminum ball mounts, various sizes available from 4" to 10" drops, hand polished aluminum for mirror finish. Contact: Trevor Millar, tmillar@progressmfg.com; 877-523-9103. Website: www.diversi-tech.net.

Eastwood Co.: Paints: primers, base coat/clearcoat, single stage urethane paints, paint guns and all paint accessories used in painting projects. Glass polishing, headlight restoration, fender rollers. Contact: Brian Huck, bhuck@eastwood.com; 610-705-5420. Website: www.eastwood.com.

EGR Inc.: Full line of exterior accessories for trucks, SUVs and cars. Products include, but not limited to, No Drill Fender Flares, No Drill Hood Protectors, Side WindowVisors, and side steps. Contact: Bryan Speer, info@egrusa.com; 909-923-7075. Website: www.egrusa.com.

Factor 55: Winch hook upgrade - ProLink Winch Shackle mount. Contact: Mike Costa, mike@factor55.com; 208-639-1674. Website: www.factor55.com.

Fastway Trailer Products: Trailer accessories, Flip automatic tongue jack foot, weight distributing hitch with built in sway control (No- Chains), Zip coiled breakaway cable a trailer breakaway cable that won't drag. Tandem axle wheel chock. Contact: Trevor Millar, tmillar@fastwaytrailer.com; 877-523-9103. Website: www.fastwaytrailer.com.

Fusion Bumpers: Premium steel bumpers for fullsize Dodge, Ford and GM trucks. Contact: Johnny Ramirez, johnny.fusionbumpers@gmail.com; 877-208-0525. Website: www.fusionbumpers.com.

Go Industries Inc.: Rancher grille guards, UA Rancher grille guards, Pro-Series bumper replacements. Contact: Scott A. Covelli, scott@goindustries.com; 800-527-4345.

Gold Eagle Co.: 303 Products Speed Detailer – quick, safe and easy to use and gives automobiles a high-gloss, detailed finish. Ideal for use on fiberglass, paint, glass, plastic, chrome and stainless steel; simply spray on and wipe dry. Contact: Kelly Kaufman, kelly@elmpr.com. Website: www.303products.com. 

Golight Inc.: Portable or permanent mount remote control searchlights. Fixed mount LED lighting. Contact: Shawna Matson, shawna@golight.com; 800-557-0098.

Go Rhino Products/Big Country: Dominator D4 sidesteps, OE Xtreme sidesteps, Rhino Charger bull bars, winch guards, Wrangler guards. Contact: Mike DeFord, mike@gorhino.com; 714-257-7392.

Husky Liners: Mud guards, quad caps bed-rail protection, 5th wheel tailgate, con-rack, Husky Shield paint protection film, Husky Shield Headlite guard. Contact: Tara Duncan, tduncan@huskyliners.com; 800-344-8759. Website: www.huskyliners.com.

Iron Cross Automotive: Heavy-duty bumpers, HD steps, three- and four-inch tube steps. Contact: Tony Harper, tony@ironcrossautomotive.com; 918-227-7433. Website: www.ironcrossautomotive.com. 

JDM Sport: Visors, lighting (applications limited), tow hooks, rear visor (applications limited). Contact: Lee Ho, lee@jdmsport.com; 626-340-4717. Website: www.JDMSport.com.

KC HiLiTES Inc.: Auxiliary lighting products. Contact: Ron Pryczynski, ron@kchilites.com; 928-635-2607. Website: www.kchilites.com.

Mackin Industries Inc.: Wheels for companies building SUV/crossover vehicles for SEMA show. RAYS is a premier manufacturer well known for top level racing wheels. The company has released a line of crossover/SUV wheels called HFULLCROSS. Contact: Edward Lee, elee@mackinindustries.com; 562-946-6820. Website: www.rays-msc.com/wheels/index.cgi?b=13.

Masterbuilt: Cargo carrier; motorcycle carrier. Contact: Danny East, deast@masterbuilt.com; 706-2566-3909. Website: www.masterbuilt.com.

Monster Hooks Inc.: Recovery hooks rated at 20,000 lbs. (Mini Monster) and 45,000 lbs. (Monster). "Hex Flo Tips" diesel exhaust tips, D-Ring replacement "Monster Swivel Hook," new swivel hook mounts on all stock bumper tabs and factor 55 Fairlead. Contact: Marco Najarro: marco@monsterhooksinc.com; 408-313-0716. Website: www.monsterhooksinc.com.

MPC Group: Engineered three-piece, or performance light-weight one-piece, forged wheels. Contact: Masato Tsuchiya, Masato@mpcforged.com; 714-998-8462.

N-FAB: Nerf steps, rock rails, full replacement front bumpers, pre-runners, light bars, light brackets, rear runners and tire carriers. Contact: Doug Parks, doug@n-fab.com; 281-880-6322. Website: www.n-fab.com.

Omix-ADA/Rugged Ridge: Bumpers, fender flares, hood catches, trim pieces, soft tops, skid plates and more for Jeep. Fender flares for trucks. Contact: Henk van Dongen, hvandongen@omix-ada.com; 770-614-6101. Website: www.Omix-ADA.com.

ORACLE Lighting: ORACLE Lighting SMD Headlight Halo Kits for Ford Raptor F150, GMC Sierra, Dodge Ram, and 2013 Dodge Charger. Professional installation service also available to confirmed display vehicles. Contact: Jonathan Barber, jonathan@oraclelights.com; 800-407-5776. Website: www.oraclelights.com.

Paramount Off-Road: Jeep/truck – Complete line of off-road front and rear bumpers, including fenders, rocker guards and sliders for Jeep JK/TJ. LED light bars and accessory lighting is available with vehicle-specific and universal mounting brackets. Lights include square, round and 50” combos. Contact: Victor Casillas, victorc@paramount-automotive.com. Website: www.paramount-automotive.com.

Paramount Restyling: Truck/SUV/Jeep/car and the new 2014 Silverado/Sierra/Tundra – Offering the latest in restyling and trim with a complete line of studded, billet and esh grilles with matching door/tailgate handles, and mirror covers in chrome or carbon fiber finish for most models through 2014. Contact: Victor Casillas, victorc@paramount-automotive.com. Website: www.paramount-automotive.com.

Paramount Workforce: Truck/SUV – Universal contractor racks and hitch-mounted accessories that include bed extenders, baskets and bike carriers for fullsize and compact trucks and SUVs. Contact: Victor Casillas, victorc@paramount-automotive.com. Website: www.paramount-automotive.com.

PIAA Corp. USA: Offroad lights, light bulbs and wiper blades. Contact: Justin MacLauchlan, justinm@piaa-usa.com; 503-489-6666.
Website: www.piaa.com.

Pro Comp/Smittybilt/Rubicon Express/G2 Axle & Gear: A set of LRG wheels available: 4 x 24x12 101 Series Wheels. 8x6.5 bolt pattern. Black/Milled. -44 Offset. Contact: Chloe Eady, ceady@procompusa.com; 310-900-3841. Website: www.lrgrims.com.

Retrax Truck Bed Covers: Complete line of retractable pickup bed covers. Contact: Andy Nephew, anephew@retrax.com; 701-746-5596. Website: www.retrax.com.

RAM Mounting Systems: Rugged vehicle mounts for mobile electronics. Single, double and triple suction cup mounts. Camera mounts, GoPro mounts and displays. Roll bar and rail mounts. Contact: Annie Bryant, annie.bryant@rammount.com; 206-763-8361.

Ranch Hand Truck Accessories: Front bumper replacements (traditional, bullnose, winch-ready), grille guards, back bumpers, running steps, steps, crossbox, headache rack systems for Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Ram, Toyota and certain products available for Jeep. Contact: Cherise Ratliff, cratliff@ranchhand.com; 361-594-4608. Website: www.ranchhand.com.

Rancho/Dynomax: Off-road accessories for Jeeps. Contact: Christine Bowser, chrissy@pinnmedia.com; 330-688-3515. Website: www.GoRancho.com.

Rigid Industries: LED light bars, LED pod lighting, LED off-road lights, marine lighting. Contact: Taylor Anderson, Sponsorship@rigidindustries.com; 480-655-0100. Website: www.rigidindustries.com.

Scorpion Truck Bed Linings: Bed Liners, rocker panel protection, under coating, wheel well protection and full body sprays. Contact: Dana Mitchell, dana@alsliner.com; 800-999-6841. Website: www.scorpioncoatings.com.

Silent Running: Coating used to dampen vibration, reduce unwanted road noise, and improve stereo quality. Contact: Morgan Schultz, mschultz@currentcomposites.com; 877-436-6542.

Spyder Auto: L.E.D. taillights, CCFL projection headlights, light bar headlights. Contact: Mikey Lee, mikey@spyderauto.com; 626-934-8884. Website: www.spyderauto.com.

Steelmate Co. Ltd.: DIY TPMS with valve-cap external sensors/driving video recorder. Contact: Jane Lo, jane.lo@steel-mate.com.hk; 852-9651-4006. Website: www.steel-mate.com.

Surco Products Inc.: Roof & Hitch Mounted Basket Racks. All racks have custom adapters to adapt to any factory rack. We also can provide roof rails for any bare roof application. Contact: Osnat Surkin, osnatsurkin@surcoinc.com; 310-323-2520. Website: www.surcoinc.com.

TOFF Sprayed-on Bedliners: Sprayed-on bedliner. Contact: Jason Hamilton, jhamilton@toffliners.com; 214-716-1990. Website: www.toffliners.com.

TrailReady TR Products: Heavy-duty replacement front and rear bumpers, guards and winch mounts. Contact: Dorian Hartfield, dorian@truckaccessoriesnw.com; 888-910-2999. Website: www.trailready.com.

T-REX Grilles: T-REX Grilles offers a wide range of aftermarket grille styles—traditional Billet Grille Series, aggressive X-Metal Grille Series, performance-based Torch Series Grilles, luxurious Upper Class Grille Series and motorsports-inspired Sport Series Grille Series—all which provide the perfect solution for every style and taste. Thousand of applications available for trucks/SUVs/Jeeps/Autos, including the new 2014 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra/Toyota Tundra. After more than 16 years of cutting-edge design, development, fit and finish, the first stop for grilles is T-REX Grilles. Contact: Sponsorship Coordinator, info@trexbillet.com; 951-270-5388. Website: www.trexbillet.com.

TRIMAX: Innovative security products for performance trucks, trailer and tow, powersports and more, including: adjustable hitches in four styles, receiver locks, unattended-trailer locks, coupler locks, U-locks, chain and cable locks, door locks and padlocks. Contact: Jim Sentz, jim@trimaxlocks.com; 303-796-8500. Website: www.trimaxlocks.com.

Truck Accessories Group – Leer, Century, Pace Edwards, Raider: Pace Edwards Retractable tonneau cover. Leer fiberglass caps and tonneaus. Contact: Patricia Stewart, pstewart@truckgroup.com; 916-771-0196. Website: www.pace-edwards.com, www.leer.com.

Weld Racing: Truck, dually, trailer and street-performance wheels. Forged aluminum, precision-made wheels: 17- and 20-inch single rear wheel truck, 10 styles up to 20x14; 17-inch and 19.5 dually rear wheel truck, 10 styles; 16-inch trailer wheels to match truck and dually styles; 15-, 17-, 18- and 20-inch RTS line street wheels, 5 lug up to 20 x 17.5. Contact: Chris Bovis, cbovis@weldracing.com; 800-788-9353.

Westin Automotive Products: Nerf bars and running boards, grille guards and bull bars, light bars, winches (limited), winch mount trays, winch mount grille guards, wind deflectors and bug shields. Contact: Contact: Gabriela Cortes, gcortes@Westinautomotive.com; 626-960-6762 ext. 451. Website: www.westinautomotive.com.

Whistler: Tire-pressure monitoring system. Contact: JD Davis, jddavis@whistlergroup.com; 479-464-3522. Website: www.whistlergroup.com.

Vossen: 19–23 -inch luxury/sport concave wheels. We offer our class-leading CV wheels and our new one-piece, lightweight forged Vossen Precision Series. Contact: Mike Forsythe, mike@vossenwheels.com; 305-463-7778. Website: www.vossenwheels.com.

Interior Components/Accessories

ARB 4x4 Accessories: Outback storage solution roller drawers; freezer fridges. Contact: Matt Glass, mglass@arbusa.com; 888-427-2872. Website: www.arbusa.com.

BEDSLIDE/Takit Inc.: BEDSLIDE is simply a better way to access your truck bed by turning it into an easy-access drawer. The BEDSLIDE rolls all of your cargo out to you—saving time, effort and back pain. Available for SEMA project pickups, vans, SUVs and Jeeps. Contact: Jake Plappert, jake@takit.com; 239-340-9608. Website: www.bedslide.com.

Brandmotion: Infinity Frameless rearview mirrors, and Infinity Frameless mirror with Homelink. Contact: Geoff Dixon, gdixon@brandmotion.com; 734-619-1250, ext. 908. Website: www.brandmotion.com.

CargoGlide: CargoGlide slide-out bed slides for trucks, vans, SUVs and work trucks. Quality engineered product with four models, offering 100% extension; three models with 70% extension, steel or aluminum. Contact: David McInturf, davidm@cargoglide.com; 877-525-9535. Website: www.cargoglide.com.

Eastwood Co.: Sound deadening material, interior dye, paints, trim restoration solutions and much more. Contact: Brian Huck, bhuck@eastwood.com; 610-705-5420. Website: www.eastwood.com.

Edge Products Inc./Superchips: Full line of tuning and monitoring products for '96–up vehicles. Contact: Jim McGinn, jmcginn@powerteq.com; 770-846-0327. Website: www.powerteq.com.

Husky Liners: Custom molded Floor Liners, All-weather Floor Mats, GearBox interior storage. Contact: Tara Duncan, tduncan@huskyliners.com; 800-344-8759. Website: www.huskyliners.com.

ISSPRO Inc.: Set of Performax gauges. Contact: Kathleen Brown, kathleen@isspro.com; 503-528-3420. Website: www.isspro.com.  

JDM Sport: Steering wheels, gauges, shift knobs and racing harnesses. Contact: Lee Ho, lee@jdmsport.com; 626-340-4717. Website: www.JDMSport.com.

Omix-ADA/Rugged Ridge: Floor liners, interior trim, seats, grab handles and more for Jeep. Floor liners for trucks. Contact: Henk van Dongen, hvandongen@omix-ada.com; 770-614-6101. Website: www.Omix-ADA.com.

RAM Mounting Systems: Rugged, mobile electronic mounts. Vehicle drill and no-drill laptop mounts. Vehicle tablet mounts for iPads, Samsung Galaxy and many more. Vehicle camera and GoPro mounts. Vehicle smartphone, (iPhone, Samsung and more) handheld GPS mounts. Single, double and triple suction cup mounts. Contact: Annie Bryant, annie.bryant@rammount.com; 206-763-8361.

Retro Manufacturing LLC: Radios, seatbelts, antennas, kick panels, power antennas, and speakers. Contact: Michael Robbins, mrobbins@retrosoundusa.com; 909-364-1372. Website: www.retrosoundusa.com.

ScanGauge-Linear Logic LLC: ScanGauge2, ScanGaugeE or ScanGaugeD. More than just a OBDII scan tool, the ScanGauge product line provides real-time feedback about driving style, more than 15 standard digital gauges, built-in trip computers, performance features and much more. Contact: Joey Snyder, joey.snyder@linear-logic.com; 480-656-4089. Website: www.ScanGauge.com.

Scorpion Truck Bed Linings: Interior heat and sound control, interior non-slip, easy to clean liners. Contact: Dana Mitchell, dana@alsliner.com; 800-999-6841. Website: www.scorpioncoatings.com.

Silent Running: Coating used to dampen vibration, reduce unwanted road noise, and improve stereo quality. Contact: Morgan Schultz, mschultz@currentcomposites.com; 877-436-6542.

Steelmate Co. Ltd.: TPMS with professional internal sensors/parking assist system/car alarm/motorcycle alarm. Jane Lo, jane.lo@steel-mate.com.hk; 852-9651-4006. Website: www.steel-mate.com.

Quiet Ride Solutions: Firewall insulator panels, AcoustiShield thermal acoustic automotive insulation kits (pre-cut, ready to install), molded truck headliner kits. See website for availability. Contact: Timothy Cox, timcox@quietride.com; 209-321-1454. Website: www.quietride.com.

Rigid Industries: Interior accent lighting. Contact: Taylor Anderson, Sponsorship@rigidindustries.com; 480-655-0100. Website: www.rigidindustries.com.

Takata Racing: 50-state legal two-inch or three-inch four-point harness, or cam-lock equipped four-point or six-point SFI FIA HANS harnesses for import, off-road, domestic, American muscle, European or race car applications. NEW Racing seat line include Street Pro LE, Race LE, or Drift LE. Takata shoulder comfort pads available in two-inch or three-inch for all enthusiasts. Contact: Brian Fox, fox@takataracing.com; 717-577-6449. Website: www.takataracing.com, www.schrothracing.com.

Vizualogic: Vizualogic's new Android SmartLogic headrest/tablet system: Kit would include "2" Perfect Match Replacement or Active Headrests. (We match the color, grain, and stitch of the factory headrest) with IR headphone option, "2" 7" five point capacitive touch screen tablets with Wi-Fi capabilities, front-facing camera, wireless FM modulator. Vehicle must be opened and attended to throughout the duration of the 2013 SEMA Show. System could also be used as an in-dash or console mount. Please submit complete build list, including renderings and/or pictures to walt@vizualogic.com. Contact: Walt Detlefsen, walt@vizualogic.com; 951-272-1996.

Westin Automotive Products: Floor mats and cargo mats, tool boxes and headache racks. Contact: Julie De Anda, JDeAnda@westinautomotive.com; 626-960-6762 ext. 450. Website: www.westinautomotive.com.

Wet Okole Hawaii: Seat covers – Wet Okole manufactures custom-fit, waterproof Neoprene seat covers for most of today's vehicles. More than 40 colors and several styles to choose from. Standard, Solid, Piping, RealTree Camos. Contact: Steven Grew, steven.grew@wetokole.com; 714-434-9000. Website: www.wetokole.com.

Whistler: High-performance laser radar detectors; power inverters. Contact: JD Davis, jddavis@whistlergroup.com; 479-464-3522. Website: www.whistlergroup.com.

XS Power Batteries: Power wire (0, 2, 4, and 8 gauge), batteries and chargers, along with with billet battery hold-downs. Contact: Nathan Way, nathan@xspowerbatteries.com; 888-497-7693. Website: www.4xspower.com.

Suspension/Brake Components

ARB 4x4 Accessories: Suspension systems. Contact: Matt Glass, mglass@arbusa.com; 888-427-2872. Website: www.arbusa.com.

BDS Suspension: Complete suspension lifts kits for trucks and Jeeps. Contact: Kent Wyatt, kwyatt@bds-suspension.com, 517-279-2135, ext.135. Website: www.bds-suspension.com.

Dobinson USA: Coils, shock absorbers, torsion bars, leaf springs and bushings. Contact: David Otero, sales@dobinsonusa.com; 305-261-5424.

Eastwood Co.: Chassis paint, rust removal, blasting, powder coating, brake flaring tools, brake kits, hand and brake tools. Contact: Brian Huck, bhuck@eastwood.com; 610-705-5420. Website: www.eastwood.com.

Eibach Springs Inc.: Pro-Kit springs, Sportline springs. Contact: Ryan Hoegner, rhoegner@eibach.com; 951-256-8300. Website: www.eibach.com.

Energy Suspension: Hyper-Flex polyurethane control-arm bushings, sway bar and end-link bushings, leaf-spring and shock-eyelet bushings, cab and body mounts, bump stops and master kits for most popular car and truck applications. Contact: Michael Santa Cruz, msantacruz@energysuspension.com; 949-361-3935, ext. 235. Website: www.energysuspension.com.

Firestone Industrial Products: Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs kits and components, R4Tech suspension system, air accessory kits and component (air compressors, air tanks, gauges, etc). Contact: Todd Green, greentodd@fsip.com; 317-818-8661. Website: www.fsip.com.

Hawk Performance: Hawk Performance Brake System (calipers, rotors and brake pads). View more products information online: www.hawkperformance.com/performance/brake-system/index.html. Contact: Cody Currie, ccurrie@hawkperformance.com; 909-342-5219. Website: www.hawkperformance.com.

Hellwig Products Co. Inc.: Hellwig Products designs and manufacturers products for better vehicle handling and load support. The products available include sway bars, helper springs and air. Contact: Melanie White, mwhite@hellwigproducts.com; 559-734-7451. Website: www.hellwigproducts.com.

JDM Sport: 32-way coilover adjustable lowering spring system, lowering springs, lower control arms, subframe bar, camber kits, hydraulic e-brake system. Contact: Lee Ho, lee@jdmsport.com; 626-340-4717. Website: www.JDMSport.com.

JKS Manufacturing: Suspension solutions and accessories for late model Jeep vehicles. Contact: Kent Wyatt, kwyatt@truck-master.com; 517-278-7144, ext. 135. Website: www.jksmfg.com.

KW Automotive North America Inc.: Suspension-lowering components for trucks and SUVs, including spindles, complete kits, shock absorbers, anti-sway bars, etc. Contact: George Ciordas, george.ciordas@kwautomotive.com; 559-875-0222. Website: www.belltech.com.

Maxtrac Suspension: Lift, level, and lowering kits for trucks and SUVs. Contact: Bob Sager, bob@maxtracsuspension.com; 714-630-0363. Website: www.maxtracsuspension.com.

MGP Caliper Covers: Standard, licensed and custom caliper covers. Custom paint and engraving options are also available for select candidates. Contact: Ben Wong, ben.wong@calipercovers.com; 877-995-0003. Website: www.calipercovers.com.

Omix-ADA/Rugged Ridge: Lift kits, brake kits and drivetrain products for Jeep. Contact: Henk van Dongen, hvandongen@omix-ada.com; 770-614-6101. Website: www.Omix-ADA.com.

QA1: Shocks, struts, coil-over kits, control arms, k-members, sway bars, strut tower braces, torque arms, rod ends, ball joints and many other suspension components for a variety of applications. Contact: Kaitlyn Nelson, knelson@qa1.net; 952-985-5675. Website: www.QA1.net.

Rancho/Dynomax: Rancho Suspension and Shocks provides a full range of performance shocks and suspension systems for 4WD and 2WD trucks, SUVs and Jeeps. Contact: Christine Bowser, chrissy@pinnmedia.com; 330-688-3515. Website: www.GoRancho.com.

ReadyLift Suspension: Lift, leveling, off-road suspension kits, including control arms, steering kits, long-/mid-travel and off-road bumpers and components for pickups and SUVs. Contact: Steve Robinson, steve@readylift.com; 702-410-2300. Website: www.readylift.com.

742 Marketing: Scion FRS/Subaru BRZ harness bar available in four different colors. Contact: Jeff Maldonado, info@seven42.com; 323-490-9440. Website: www.742marketing.com.

Timbren Industries Inc.: Suspension Enhancement System kit for Truck, Van, SUV or Jeep. Allows vehicle to haul or tow heavy loads without the vehicle sagging or squatting. Available also for off-road use to absorb bounce and shock. Takes the place of the factory bump-stop. Simple bolt in installation. Contact: Andrew Hodgson, ahodgson@timbren.com; 905-444-9004. Website: www.timbren.com.

Zone Offroad Products: Suspension lifts, body lifts, and accessories for trucks and Jeeps. Contact: Kent Wyatt, kwyatt@truck-master.com; 888-998-9663, ext. 2135. Website: www.zoneoffroad.com.

Wheels & Tires

Atturo Tire: Atturo Tires - AZ800, Trail Blade M/T and A/T. Contact: Michael Mathis, mmathis@atturo.com; 847-265-6146. Website: www.Atturo.com.

American Force Wheels: Dually wheels in 65 designs for all-terrain, mud-terrain, low-profile and big rig use and appearance. These wheels are custom manufactured in the USA from 6061 forged aluminum and high-quality materials. Sizes include 19” Direct Bolt-On, 19.5” Direct Bolt-On, 20”, 22”, 22.5”, 24”, 24.5” and 26” and are available in a 5-, 6-, 8- or 10-lug fitment. Super single wheels are available in a variety of applications and design configurations. Contact: Deyan Font, deyan@americanforcewheels.com; 786-345-6301. Website: www.americanforcewheels.com.

BMF Wheels: BMF Wheels is offering wheels for SEMA project builders. There are seven wheel designs to choose from in 17-, 18-, 20-, 22- and 24-inch diameters. Contact: Blake Ramthun, blake@bmfwheels.com; 888-313-2580. Website: www.bmfwheels.com.

Konig American: Konig high-quality wheels for the street and track. Privat Wheels, 18- to 20-inch, with many aggressive staggered applications. Advanti Racing 17- to 20-inch premium wheels with staggered applications available. Bravado Performance wheels, available in 18- to 22-inch sizes, add retro flavor to modern day domestic musclecar and SUV applications, as well as special fitments for modern Camaros and Mustangs. Mamba Offroad wheel line with aggressive fitments and styling for most Jeeps, trucks and SUVs. Contact: Scott Weiss, sweiss@konigwheels.com, 800-645-3878. Websites: www.konigwheels.com, www.privatwheels.com, www.advantiwheel.com, www.bravadowheels.com, and www.mambawheels.com.  

Mackin Industries Inc.: Wheels for companies building SUV/crossover vehicles for SEMA show. RAYS is a premier manufacturer well known for top level racing wheels. The company has released a line of crossover/SUV wheels called HFULLCROSS. Contact: Edward Lee, elee@mackinindustries.com; 562-946-6820. Website: www.rays-msc.com/wheels/index.cgi?b=13.

Vossen: 19–23 -inch luxury/sport concave wheels. We offer our class-leading CV wheels and our new one-piece, lightweight forged Vossen Precision Series. Contact: Mike Forsythe, mike@vossenwheels.com; 305-463-7778. Website: www.vossenwheels.com.

Other Products/Services

ARB 4x4 Accessories: Air compressors. Contact: Matt Glass, mglass@arbusa.com; 888-427-2872. Website: www.arbusa.com.

BOLT Locks: 1) The Padlock 2.0 is a chrome plated 5/16-inch hardened steel, spring-loaded shackle lock inside a crush-resistant body shell. The automotive grade stainless steel lock keeps out weather and debris, ensuring a longer usage life. 2) The Receiver Lock is an auto-return spring and automatically locks when the key is removed. The solid stainless steel pin is durable and keeps out elements and debris. 3) The Cable Lock is a six foot 1/4-inch coiled cable with a 1/16-inch black vinyl coating. 4) BOLT also has Trailer Spare Tire Locks which fits the steel rim wheel to a studded mount. 5) The Toolbox Latch Retrofit Kit features a solid zinc core and an automotive-grade cylinder with patented six-plate tumbler sidebar to prevent picking and bumping. Contact: Shari Afrons, shari@mcculloughpr.com; 330-244-9980. Website: www.boltlock.com.

CargoGlide: CargoGlide slide-out bed slides for trucks, vans, SUVs and work trucks. Quality engineered product with four models, offering 100% extension; three models with 70% extension, steel or aluminum. Contact: David McInturf, davidm@cargoglide.com; 877-525-9535. Website: www.cargoglide.com.

Energy Suspension: Universal and custom polyurethane applications. Contact: Michael Santa Cruz, msantacruz@energysuspension.com; 949-361-3935, ext. 235. Website: www.energysuspension.com.

Fastway Trailer Products: Trailer accessories, Flip automatic tongue jack foot, weight distributing hitch with built in sway control (No- Chains), Zip coiled breakaway cable a trailer breakaway cable that won't drag. Tandem axle wheel chock. Contact: Trevor Millar, tmillar@fastwaytrailer.com; 877-523-9103. Website: www.fastwaytrailer.com.

Fuel Tool: Larger gasoline tank and transfer system that would allow the user to access gasoline from the vehicle's gas tank and transfer it out into any gas-powered equipment, eliminating the need for gas cans. Excellent for trucks, SUVs, Jeeps, vans, etc. Contact: Mike McAvey, mikemcavey@fueltool.com; 201-956-2350. Website: www.fueltool.com.

Hornblasters Inc.: Loudest train horn kits ever made. On board air systems, air horns, and air suspension kits. Contact: Rigo, Rigo@HornBlasters.com; 813-783-8058, ext. 305. Website: www.HornBlasters.com.

HP Tuners: HP Tuners Interface, or HP Tuners Credits, for supported vehicles, including 2014 Silverado and C7 Corvette, and LSX swaps. Contact: Jay Payson, jay@hptuners.com; 661-644-4624. Website: www.hptuners.com.

Quiet Ride Solutions: Underhood cover with insulation. Special vehicle-theme molding available. Contact: Timothy Cox, timcox@quietride.com; 209-321-1454. Website: www.quietride.com.

Scorpion Truck Bed Linings: High-build polyurethane and polyurea coatings.. Contact: Dana Mitchell, dana@alsliner.com; 800-999-6841. Website: www.scorpioncoatings.com.

SCT Performance: Custom-tuning assistance for project vehicles with unusual engine- and/or power-adder combinations. Contact: Tim Roi, tim@sctflash.com; 407-774-2447, ext. 137.

742 Marketing: We specialize in feature and booth vehicle outfitting. Are you in need of show/race/off-road vehicles to represent you at the 2013 SEMA Show? We have you covered. Contact: Jeff Maldonado, info@seven42.com; 323-490-9440. Website: www.742marketing.com.

Takata Racing: New Takata tow straps for race cars or show vehicles. Available in green and black, with Takata logo embroidered. Contact: Brian Fox, fox@takataracing.com; 717-577-6449. Website: www.takataracing.com, www.schrothracing.com.

VIAIR Corp.: Comprehensive line of air compressors and accessories for both the on- and off-road markets. Leader in 12-volt and 24-volt air compressors in the sport air suspension, on-board air and mobile pneumatics segments. Wurton LED off-road light line, including LED lighting, LED light bars, LED pod lighting and LED off-road lights. Contact: Joe Maynard, joem@viaircorp.com; 949-585-0011. Website: www.viaircorp.com, www.wurton.com.

Wavetrac Differentials: Wavetrac differential. Contact: Dana Clark, info@wavetrac.net; 949-362-8700. Website: www.wavetrac.net.

Whistler: Diagnostic inspection camera. Contact: JD Davis, jddavis@whistlergroup.com; 479-464-3522. Website: www.whistlergroup.com.

XS Power Batteries: Starting batteries, power wire, billet hold-downs, and chargers. Contact: Nathan Way, nathan@xspowerbatteries.com; 888-497-7693. Website: www.4xspower.com.

Thu, 08/29/2013 - 09:14
Thu, 08/29/2013 - 07:26

NEWS NUGGETS

schumacher

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS RETURNS TO LUCAS OIL RACEWAY AT INDIANAPOLIS: The Chevrolet Performance U.S Nationals returns to Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianpolis. Qualifying for the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series began Wednesday with the Mello Yello Drag Racing Series taking to the track begining Friday. Tony Schumacher (Top Fuel) Mike Neff (Funny Car), Dave Connolly (Pro Stock) and Andrew Hines (Pro Stock Motorcycle) were the winners of the event in 2012. Schumacher will attempt to record his 10th career win at the event, which would make him the all-time winningest driver in the history of the event.

"To have the chance right now, we're sitting on an opportunity to win 10 Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals. No one has ever done that before, and I think that plays to our benefit. We're better with the pressure on."

Tickets can be purchased by visiting NHRATix.com.

traxxas

B. FORCE IN TOP FUEL AND WILKERSON IN FUNNY CAR MAKE TRAXXAS NITRO SHOOTOUT FIELDS: Brittany Force in Top Fuel and Tim Wilkerson in Funny Car earned berths into the Traxxas Nitro Shoout fields in their respective categories during a lottery-style drawing held in Indianapolis Wednesday. Both drivers were the top fan-vote getters and Wilkerson will face top seed Matt Hagan in the first round of Funny Car action.

"I'm very happy to get in the show and thanks to all the fans for voting. I'm excited about it and hopefully we can put together a good day of racing and maybe bring home that big ($100,000) check."

In the first round of the Traxxas Nitro Shooutout in Top Fuel, Force will match up against Shawn Langdon. "This is very cool and I'm so excited," she said. "I remember watching my dad race in all the shootouts growing up and to follow in his footsteps and get a chance to compete in the Traxxas Nitro Shootout, it's awesome."

For more information about the Traxxas Nitro Shootout, visit www.nhra.com.

torrence

BILLY TORRENCE TO JOIN SON STEVE IN TOP FUEL RANKS AT CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS: Billy Torrence will make his Top Fuel debut at the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals in a second Capco Contractors entry. The hope is that the addition of a second car will boost the team's odds of winning a championship, and he earned his license during a recent test session at Lucas Oil Raceway.

"It was apparent after last year that it was going to be a struggle to be successful with one car," the senior Torrence remarked. "I think if there is something I can do to help Steve's team gather information it would also be a plus."

BOB VANDERGRIFF RACING RUNNING THREE DRAGSTERS FOR CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS:
The Bob Vandergiff Racing team will once again campaign three Top Fuel cars during the upcoming Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals. Bob Vandergriff and Clay Millican will pilot their 8,000-hp vehicles and be joined by J.R. Todd in a third entry sponsored by Total Equipment & Service.

"We're excited to have J.R. Todd back on the track. Our goal at BVR is to get that car on the track as many times as possible to help our other two teams and to give J.R. Todd as much seat time as we can," Vandergriff Jr. said. "Mike Guger [crew chief] will once again take over duties as the crew chief for J.R.'s team, and with the posititve results we saw from the Indy test session, we're expecting big things from that car."

COMING ATTRACTIONS

hines

NHRA CAROLINA NATIONALS, zMAX Dragway, September 13–15: The NHRA Carolina Nationals marks the first race in the six-race Countdown to the Champship—the NHRA playoffs that will crown the 2013 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series world champions. While a championship can't be won at the first race in the Countdown to the Championship, racers will be anxious to charge out the gate and build momentum for the stretch run. Shawn Langdon (Top Fuel,) Ron Capps (Funny Car), Jason Line (Pro Stock) and Andrew Hines (Pro Stock Motorcycle) are defending event winners. For tickets, call 800-455-3267 or log on to www.zmaxdragway.com.

AAA TEXAS NHRA FALLNATIONALS, Texas Motorplex, September 19–22: The AAA Texas FallNationals is the second race of the Countdown to the Championship and pivital to the championshipship battle. Antron Brown (Top Fuel), Bob Tasca III (Funny Car), Allen Johnson (Pro Stock) and Michael Ray (Pro Stock Motorcycle) took home wins in 2012. Brown and Johnson parlayed their wins into championships, and drivers will once attempt to take home the NHRA Wally in the Lone Star state.

HE SAID, SHE SAID

anderson

“It's absolutely cool and I'm glad to be one of the banner carriers for Chevrolet. It's been a while since they've been on a billboard that big, so it's good to have them back. This year, they stepped up their involvement and it's great for us in Pro Stock, and it's great to have them on the big billboard in Indy. I'm going to feel very proud when I look up there and see that big Chevrolet sign and look down at my race car and see the same old bowtie right there. That's going to be a cool feeling."

—Greg Anderson, a six-time Chevrolet U.S. Nationals winner and four-time world champion on racing at the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS

11: Number of years since John Force has won a Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals title. He defeated Tommy Johnson Jr. in 2002 to earn his fourth career Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals victory. He made it to the finals in 2010 when he was runner up to his daughter Ashley Force-Hood. Ed McCulloch has the most Indy wins in the Funny Car category with five. Force has enjoyed sucess at the event though, as his team has won the last five and six of the last seven Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals.

"The big thing is right now we have a fast hot rod," Force said. "[Jimmy] Prock swings for the fence. I like that. I'm getting more comfortable in the car and I'm excited to be going into Indy, the grand daddy. We've got a car that can win and that's all you can ask for."

DID YOU KNOW…

movie

HOLLYWOOD COMES TO INDY FOR SNAKE & MONGOOSE MOVIE PREMIERE: Stars of the newly released Snake & Mongoose film will converge in Indianapolis for the movie's premiere and to attend the 59th annual Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis. Making apperances will be legendary drag racers Don "the Snake" Prudhome and Tom "the Mongoose" McEwen, whose rivalry and talents put drag racing on the map. The premeire will take place at the Regal Shiloh Crossing Stadium 18, 10400 E. U.S. Highway 36, Avon, IN. The premiere will be complete with a red-carpet event that rolls out at 5:00 p.m., followed by a 5:30 p.m. screening.

Thu, 08/29/2013 - 07:26

NEWS NUGGETS

schumacher

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS RETURNS TO LUCAS OIL RACEWAY AT INDIANAPOLIS: The Chevrolet Performance U.S Nationals returns to Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianpolis. Qualifying for the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series began Wednesday with the Mello Yello Drag Racing Series taking to the track begining Friday. Tony Schumacher (Top Fuel) Mike Neff (Funny Car), Dave Connolly (Pro Stock) and Andrew Hines (Pro Stock Motorcycle) were the winners of the event in 2012. Schumacher will attempt to record his 10th career win at the event, which would make him the all-time winningest driver in the history of the event.

"To have the chance right now, we're sitting on an opportunity to win 10 Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals. No one has ever done that before, and I think that plays to our benefit. We're better with the pressure on."

Tickets can be purchased by visiting NHRATix.com.

traxxas

B. FORCE IN TOP FUEL AND WILKERSON IN FUNNY CAR MAKE TRAXXAS NITRO SHOOTOUT FIELDS: Brittany Force in Top Fuel and Tim Wilkerson in Funny Car earned berths into the Traxxas Nitro Shoout fields in their respective categories during a lottery-style drawing held in Indianapolis Wednesday. Both drivers were the top fan-vote getters and Wilkerson will face top seed Matt Hagan in the first round of Funny Car action.

"I'm very happy to get in the show and thanks to all the fans for voting. I'm excited about it and hopefully we can put together a good day of racing and maybe bring home that big ($100,000) check."

In the first round of the Traxxas Nitro Shooutout in Top Fuel, Force will match up against Shawn Langdon. "This is very cool and I'm so excited," she said. "I remember watching my dad race in all the shootouts growing up and to follow in his footsteps and get a chance to compete in the Traxxas Nitro Shootout, it's awesome."

For more information about the Traxxas Nitro Shootout, visit www.nhra.com.

torrence

BILLY TORRENCE TO JOIN SON STEVE IN TOP FUEL RANKS AT CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS: Billy Torrence will make his Top Fuel debut at the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals in a second Capco Contractors entry. The hope is that the addition of a second car will boost the team's odds of winning a championship, and he earned his license during a recent test session at Lucas Oil Raceway.

"It was apparent after last year that it was going to be a struggle to be successful with one car," the senior Torrence remarked. "I think if there is something I can do to help Steve's team gather information it would also be a plus."

BOB VANDERGRIFF RACING RUNNING THREE DRAGSTERS FOR CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS:
The Bob Vandergiff Racing team will once again campaign three Top Fuel cars during the upcoming Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals. Bob Vandergriff and Clay Millican will pilot their 8,000-hp vehicles and be joined by J.R. Todd in a third entry sponsored by Total Equipment & Service.

"We're excited to have J.R. Todd back on the track. Our goal at BVR is to get that car on the track as many times as possible to help our other two teams and to give J.R. Todd as much seat time as we can," Vandergriff Jr. said. "Mike Guger [crew chief] will once again take over duties as the crew chief for J.R.'s team, and with the posititve results we saw from the Indy test session, we're expecting big things from that car."

COMING ATTRACTIONS

hines

NHRA CAROLINA NATIONALS, zMAX Dragway, September 13–15: The NHRA Carolina Nationals marks the first race in the six-race Countdown to the Champship—the NHRA playoffs that will crown the 2013 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series world champions. While a championship can't be won at the first race in the Countdown to the Championship, racers will be anxious to charge out the gate and build momentum for the stretch run. Shawn Langdon (Top Fuel,) Ron Capps (Funny Car), Jason Line (Pro Stock) and Andrew Hines (Pro Stock Motorcycle) are defending event winners. For tickets, call 800-455-3267 or log on to www.zmaxdragway.com.

AAA TEXAS NHRA FALLNATIONALS, Texas Motorplex, September 19–22: The AAA Texas FallNationals is the second race of the Countdown to the Championship and pivital to the championshipship battle. Antron Brown (Top Fuel), Bob Tasca III (Funny Car), Allen Johnson (Pro Stock) and Michael Ray (Pro Stock Motorcycle) took home wins in 2012. Brown and Johnson parlayed their wins into championships, and drivers will once attempt to take home the NHRA Wally in the Lone Star state.

HE SAID, SHE SAID

anderson

“It's absolutely cool and I'm glad to be one of the banner carriers for Chevrolet. It's been a while since they've been on a billboard that big, so it's good to have them back. This year, they stepped up their involvement and it's great for us in Pro Stock, and it's great to have them on the big billboard in Indy. I'm going to feel very proud when I look up there and see that big Chevrolet sign and look down at my race car and see the same old bowtie right there. That's going to be a cool feeling."

—Greg Anderson, a six-time Chevrolet U.S. Nationals winner and four-time world champion on racing at the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS

11: Number of years since John Force has won a Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals title. He defeated Tommy Johnson Jr. in 2002 to earn his fourth career Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals victory. He made it to the finals in 2010 when he was runner up to his daughter Ashley Force-Hood. Ed McCulloch has the most Indy wins in the Funny Car category with five. Force has enjoyed sucess at the event though, as his team has won the last five and six of the last seven Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals.

"The big thing is right now we have a fast hot rod," Force said. "[Jimmy] Prock swings for the fence. I like that. I'm getting more comfortable in the car and I'm excited to be going into Indy, the grand daddy. We've got a car that can win and that's all you can ask for."

DID YOU KNOW…

movie

HOLLYWOOD COMES TO INDY FOR SNAKE & MONGOOSE MOVIE PREMIERE: Stars of the newly released Snake & Mongoose film will converge in Indianapolis for the movie's premiere and to attend the 59th annual Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis. Making apperances will be legendary drag racers Don "the Snake" Prudhome and Tom "the Mongoose" McEwen, whose rivalry and talents put drag racing on the map. The premeire will take place at the Regal Shiloh Crossing Stadium 18, 10400 E. U.S. Highway 36, Avon, IN. The premiere will be complete with a red-carpet event that rolls out at 5:00 p.m., followed by a 5:30 p.m. screening.

Thu, 08/29/2013 - 07:26

NEWS NUGGETS

schumacher

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS RETURNS TO LUCAS OIL RACEWAY AT INDIANAPOLIS: The Chevrolet Performance U.S Nationals returns to Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianpolis. Qualifying for the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series began Wednesday with the Mello Yello Drag Racing Series taking to the track begining Friday. Tony Schumacher (Top Fuel) Mike Neff (Funny Car), Dave Connolly (Pro Stock) and Andrew Hines (Pro Stock Motorcycle) were the winners of the event in 2012. Schumacher will attempt to record his 10th career win at the event, which would make him the all-time winningest driver in the history of the event.

"To have the chance right now, we're sitting on an opportunity to win 10 Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals. No one has ever done that before, and I think that plays to our benefit. We're better with the pressure on."

Tickets can be purchased by visiting NHRATix.com.

traxxas

B. FORCE IN TOP FUEL AND WILKERSON IN FUNNY CAR MAKE TRAXXAS NITRO SHOOTOUT FIELDS: Brittany Force in Top Fuel and Tim Wilkerson in Funny Car earned berths into the Traxxas Nitro Shoout fields in their respective categories during a lottery-style drawing held in Indianapolis Wednesday. Both drivers were the top fan-vote getters and Wilkerson will face top seed Matt Hagan in the first round of Funny Car action.

"I'm very happy to get in the show and thanks to all the fans for voting. I'm excited about it and hopefully we can put together a good day of racing and maybe bring home that big ($100,000) check."

In the first round of the Traxxas Nitro Shooutout in Top Fuel, Force will match up against Shawn Langdon. "This is very cool and I'm so excited," she said. "I remember watching my dad race in all the shootouts growing up and to follow in his footsteps and get a chance to compete in the Traxxas Nitro Shootout, it's awesome."

For more information about the Traxxas Nitro Shootout, visit www.nhra.com.

torrence

BILLY TORRENCE TO JOIN SON STEVE IN TOP FUEL RANKS AT CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS: Billy Torrence will make his Top Fuel debut at the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals in a second Capco Contractors entry. The hope is that the addition of a second car will boost the team's odds of winning a championship, and he earned his license during a recent test session at Lucas Oil Raceway.

"It was apparent after last year that it was going to be a struggle to be successful with one car," the senior Torrence remarked. "I think if there is something I can do to help Steve's team gather information it would also be a plus."

BOB VANDERGRIFF RACING RUNNING THREE DRAGSTERS FOR CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS:
The Bob Vandergiff Racing team will once again campaign three Top Fuel cars during the upcoming Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals. Bob Vandergriff and Clay Millican will pilot their 8,000-hp vehicles and be joined by J.R. Todd in a third entry sponsored by Total Equipment & Service.

"We're excited to have J.R. Todd back on the track. Our goal at BVR is to get that car on the track as many times as possible to help our other two teams and to give J.R. Todd as much seat time as we can," Vandergriff Jr. said. "Mike Guger [crew chief] will once again take over duties as the crew chief for J.R.'s team, and with the posititve results we saw from the Indy test session, we're expecting big things from that car."

COMING ATTRACTIONS

hines

NHRA CAROLINA NATIONALS, zMAX Dragway, September 13–15: The NHRA Carolina Nationals marks the first race in the six-race Countdown to the Champship—the NHRA playoffs that will crown the 2013 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series world champions. While a championship can't be won at the first race in the Countdown to the Championship, racers will be anxious to charge out the gate and build momentum for the stretch run. Shawn Langdon (Top Fuel,) Ron Capps (Funny Car), Jason Line (Pro Stock) and Andrew Hines (Pro Stock Motorcycle) are defending event winners. For tickets, call 800-455-3267 or log on to www.zmaxdragway.com.

AAA TEXAS NHRA FALLNATIONALS, Texas Motorplex, September 19–22: The AAA Texas FallNationals is the second race of the Countdown to the Championship and pivital to the championshipship battle. Antron Brown (Top Fuel), Bob Tasca III (Funny Car), Allen Johnson (Pro Stock) and Michael Ray (Pro Stock Motorcycle) took home wins in 2012. Brown and Johnson parlayed their wins into championships, and drivers will once attempt to take home the NHRA Wally in the Lone Star state.

HE SAID, SHE SAID

anderson

“It's absolutely cool and I'm glad to be one of the banner carriers for Chevrolet. It's been a while since they've been on a billboard that big, so it's good to have them back. This year, they stepped up their involvement and it's great for us in Pro Stock, and it's great to have them on the big billboard in Indy. I'm going to feel very proud when I look up there and see that big Chevrolet sign and look down at my race car and see the same old bowtie right there. That's going to be a cool feeling."

—Greg Anderson, a six-time Chevrolet U.S. Nationals winner and four-time world champion on racing at the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS

11: Number of years since John Force has won a Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals title. He defeated Tommy Johnson Jr. in 2002 to earn his fourth career Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals victory. He made it to the finals in 2010 when he was runner up to his daughter Ashley Force-Hood. Ed McCulloch has the most Indy wins in the Funny Car category with five. Force has enjoyed sucess at the event though, as his team has won the last five and six of the last seven Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals.

"The big thing is right now we have a fast hot rod," Force said. "[Jimmy] Prock swings for the fence. I like that. I'm getting more comfortable in the car and I'm excited to be going into Indy, the grand daddy. We've got a car that can win and that's all you can ask for."

DID YOU KNOW…

movie

HOLLYWOOD COMES TO INDY FOR SNAKE & MONGOOSE MOVIE PREMIERE: Stars of the newly released Snake & Mongoose film will converge in Indianapolis for the movie's premiere and to attend the 59th annual Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis. Making apperances will be legendary drag racers Don "the Snake" Prudhome and Tom "the Mongoose" McEwen, whose rivalry and talents put drag racing on the map. The premeire will take place at the Regal Shiloh Crossing Stadium 18, 10400 E. U.S. Highway 36, Avon, IN. The premiere will be complete with a red-carpet event that rolls out at 5:00 p.m., followed by a 5:30 p.m. screening.

Sun, 08/25/2013 - 19:16

SEMA News—September 2013

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS
By Steve McDonald

Law and Order

STATE UPDATE  

Further, the measure would have required that vehicles being registered as antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles or as modified antique motor vehicles be at least 30 years old.Connecticut Antique Vehicles:

SEMA-opposed legislation that raised the assessed value of antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles and placed a cap on the number of miles those vehicles could be driven died when the legislature adjourned for the year. Under the bill, the valuation of the vehicles would have increased to a maximum value of $1,000. The current valuation limit in the state is $500. The bill included a 2,000-mile cap on the distance the vehicles could be driven in a two-year period. Further, the measure would have required that vehicles being registered as antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles or as modified antique motor vehicles be at least 30 years old. Currently, vehicles 20 years old or older are eligible for this status and special license plates. 

 

Florida Ethanol:

Florida Governor Rick Scott signed into law legislation to repeal the requirement that all gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol. Heeding the call of angry consumers increasingly wary of the corrosive effects of ethanol-blended gasoline, Florida Governor Rick Scott signed into law legislation to repeal the requirement that all gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol.

Under previous law, the Florida Renewable Fuels Standard required that all gasoline sold or offered for sale by a terminal supplier, importer, blender or wholesaler in Florida contain 9%–10% ethanol, or other alternative fuel, by volume.

   

Nevada (Las Vegas) Collector Car Appreciation Day:

SEMA-supported legislation has been reintroduced in New York to provide that historical-vehicle owners pay only a one-time registration fee of $100 upon initial registration.For the second consecutive year, Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman and the Las Vegas City Council issued a proclamation declaring July 10, 2013, Collector Car Appreciation Day in the city. Earlier this year, the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 176 at SEMA’s request to acknowledge the day’s significance in raising awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. The date marks the fourth commemoration in what has become an annual event.

 

Nevada Inoperable Vehicles:

Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval has signed into law SEMA-amended legislation that originally threatened to add abandoned, unregistered, inoperable or junk motor vehicles to the list of items that constitute a public nuisance. Under existing law, counties and cities may remove a public nuisance at the property owner’s expense if, after notice, the property owner does not remove the nuisance. Under the SEMA-drafted amendment, abandoned, inoperable or junk vehicles stored on private property would require only screening from public view in counties having populations of 700,000 or more people. Unregistered vehicles could not be declared a nuisance under the SEMA amendment.

   

In cooperation with Wisconsin’s collector-vehicle community, legislation has been introduced to allow minor modifications to collector vehicles, exempt former military vehicles, historic military vehicles and collector vehicles from importer certification label requirements and expand rights for historic military-vehicle owners.

New Mexico Collector Car Appreciation Day:

As she did in 2012, New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2013, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the state.

New York Collector Car Appreciation Day:

Thanks to the efforts of Assemblyman Bill Reilich, the New York State Assembly again issued a resolution for Governor Andrew Cuomo to proclaim July 13, 2013, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the state. Assemblyman Reilich is both a SEMA member and chairman of the State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus. He is the owner and operator of Rochester Auto Design, a retailer of auto display stands for auto shows and showrooms.

 

Ohio Single License Plate:

Legislation to require that motor vehicles display only a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle was approved by the Ohio House Transportation, Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee. The bill, supported by state hobbyists, now moves to the floor of the House of Representatives for a vote by all members.

Pennsylvania Emissions Inspection:

Legislation has been introduced in Pennsylvania to extend the emissions-inspection exemption to vehicles never before registered in the state or any other jurisdiction for five years from the model year in which the vehicle was manufactured. Current law exempts only new vehicles that have less than 5,000 miles on their odometers for one year after their first registration. Earlier this year, a bill was introduced to extend the emissions exemption for the first 10 years.

   

SEMA-opposed legislation to impose on state motorists a vehicle-miles-traveled tax of up to 1.25 cents per mile and a bill to add an additional fee of $50 to vehicle registration and renewal fees also died.

Texas Legislation:

Pro-hobby legislation to allow a single license plate for attachment at the rear of the vehicle and a separate bill to increase the emissions-inspection period from an annual requirement to every five years died when the legislature adjourned for the year. SEMA-opposed legislation to impose on state motorists a vehicle-miles-traveled tax of up to 1.25 cents per mile and a bill to add an additional fee of $50 to vehicle registration and renewal fees also died.

 

Wisconsin Single License Plate:

Legislation has been introduced in Wisconsin to require that motor vehicles display only a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle. The bill has been referred to the Senate Transportation, Public Safety, and Veterans and Military Affairs Committee for consideration.

The measure would save money, conserve resources and bring Wisconsin in line with other states that have moved to a single-plate requirement. For vehicle enthusiasts, the bill would protect the design contours of collector cars and relieve vehicle owners of the burden of having to create mounting holes on some fabricated and original bumpers.

FEDERAL UPDATE  

Tax Code:

Members of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee intend to start with a blank slate as they draft legislation to reform the federal tax code. Through this approach, all deductions and credits would be removed so as to reduce overall tax rates. Popular tax breaks, such as the child credit, mortgage-interest deduction, research-and-development tax credit and charitable deductions, would be reinserted only if there is sufficient evidence that these provisions help grow the economy, make the tax code fairer or effectively promote important policy objectives. The House Ways and Means Committee intends to adopt the same approach. Both committees have held hearings on the topic and are seeking public input in order to complete a tax overhaul by the end of 2014.

Johnson Valley OHV Recreation Area:

The House Natural Resources Committee approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Paul Cook (R-CA) to preserve off-highway vehicle (OHV) access to Johnson Valley, California, and end a five-year debate on how to expand the U.S. Marine Corps base at Twentynine Palms.The U.S. House of Representatives approved the 2014 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including a provision that would end a five-year debate on how to expand the U.S. Marine Corps base at Twentynine Palms, California. Authored by Rep. Paul Cook (R-CA), the provision allows the Marines to have access to the adjoining Johnson Valley Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation Area for up to 60 days a year for training exercises, but the area would be otherwise preserved for recreational use. The land will continue to be controlled by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. The land is used year-round by OHV enthusiasts and is home to numerous motorized events that draw thousands of competitors and spectators to the area every year, including the famous King of the Hammers. SEMA is urging senators to approve the Johnson Valley provision when the Senate considers the NDAA bill later this summer. Final passage of the NDAA is not expected until this fall.

 

E15 Ethanol:

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected petitions to reconsider a lower court ruling allowing the sale of E15 ethanol.

The lower court did not rule on whether the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decision to permit E15 sales was valid. Rather, the court ruled that the parties challenging the decision—representing the auto, boat, small engine, oil and food industries—did not have “standing” because they failed to demonstrate a direct injury from E15 sales.

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected petitions to reconsider a lower court ruling allowing the sale of E15 ethanol. The focus of attention now shifts to Congress, where SEMA-supported legislation has been introduced to effectively ban E15.

A bill has been approved by the House Science Committee and is pending before the Energy and Commerce Committee.

There has been no action on a Senate bill. Lawmakers are also considering legislation to revise the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) approved by Congress in 2005. It was expanded in 2007 to dramatically increase the amount of ethanol blended into gasoline each year, from 9 billion gallons in 2008 to 36 billion gallons by 2022.

The EPA approved E15 in anticipation of insufficient ethanol use through the sale of E10 to meet the increasing RFS ethanol mandates.

   

OHV Access to Cape Hatteras National Seashore:

SEMA is supporting legislation that would reverse a 2012 management plan issued by the National Park Service banning OHV access to large portions of the seashore. Under the current restrictions, about 39% of the seashore is closed to OHV recreation while 42% of the seashore is open year-round and 19% is open at different times during the year. The House bill would reinstate a previous management strategy that better balances wildlife protections with responsible OHV access. The bill is pending before the House Judiciary Committee. The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee amended its version of the bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study to determine how wildlife-buffer restrictions can be reduced to allow for expanded OHV recreation. The one-year study would determine the smallest area necessary to protect local species while opening new pedestrian and vehicle corridors around the protected land.

Back-Up Cameras:

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has once again delayed implementation of a rule that would require that all new passenger cars be equipped with a rearview camera system. The equipment is intended to prevent accidents by alerting drivers when pedestrians are behind vehicles. Under a law passed in 2008, the NHTSA had until 2011 to issue the rule to be phased in by 2014. While the law permitted sensors, mirrors or other devices to provide drivers with rearward information, the NHTSA determined that a camera and dashboard display screen system was the best solution. The automakers have generally objected to not being provided more flexibility in determining cost-effective ways to achieve the goal. As of 2012, about 44% of new cars included rear cameras as standard equipment and another 27% offered the equipment as an option.

 

Off-Road Trails:

A U.S. House Natural Resources Subcommittee held a hearing on how to best manage trails for motorized and non-motorized recreation.

SEMA is supporting legislation that would reverse a 2012 management plan issued by the National Park Service banning OHV access to large portions of the seashoreIt was noted that a number of trails were not originally intended as recreational venues but rather wood/mining extraction roads, firebreaks, hunting routes or game trails. Witnesses recommended a public/private collaborative approach for improved maintenance and trail marking.

The panel stressed the importance of including local stakeholders and trail users in land-management decisions. Some witnesses and subcommittee members specifically warned against “wilderness” and “national monument” designations that can close large areas of public lands to recreational opportunities without consideration of local concerns.

The hearing coincided with a Government Accountability Office report citing an estimated $314 million trail-maintenance and improvement backlog by the U.S. Forest Service for 2012.

Sun, 08/25/2013 - 19:16

SEMA News—September 2013

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS
By Steve McDonald

Law and Order

STATE UPDATE  

Further, the measure would have required that vehicles being registered as antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles or as modified antique motor vehicles be at least 30 years old.Connecticut Antique Vehicles:

SEMA-opposed legislation that raised the assessed value of antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles and placed a cap on the number of miles those vehicles could be driven died when the legislature adjourned for the year. Under the bill, the valuation of the vehicles would have increased to a maximum value of $1,000. The current valuation limit in the state is $500. The bill included a 2,000-mile cap on the distance the vehicles could be driven in a two-year period. Further, the measure would have required that vehicles being registered as antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles or as modified antique motor vehicles be at least 30 years old. Currently, vehicles 20 years old or older are eligible for this status and special license plates. 

 

Florida Ethanol:

Florida Governor Rick Scott signed into law legislation to repeal the requirement that all gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol. Heeding the call of angry consumers increasingly wary of the corrosive effects of ethanol-blended gasoline, Florida Governor Rick Scott signed into law legislation to repeal the requirement that all gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol.

Under previous law, the Florida Renewable Fuels Standard required that all gasoline sold or offered for sale by a terminal supplier, importer, blender or wholesaler in Florida contain 9%–10% ethanol, or other alternative fuel, by volume.

   

Nevada (Las Vegas) Collector Car Appreciation Day:

SEMA-supported legislation has been reintroduced in New York to provide that historical-vehicle owners pay only a one-time registration fee of $100 upon initial registration.For the second consecutive year, Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman and the Las Vegas City Council issued a proclamation declaring July 10, 2013, Collector Car Appreciation Day in the city. Earlier this year, the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 176 at SEMA’s request to acknowledge the day’s significance in raising awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. The date marks the fourth commemoration in what has become an annual event.

 

Nevada Inoperable Vehicles:

Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval has signed into law SEMA-amended legislation that originally threatened to add abandoned, unregistered, inoperable or junk motor vehicles to the list of items that constitute a public nuisance. Under existing law, counties and cities may remove a public nuisance at the property owner’s expense if, after notice, the property owner does not remove the nuisance. Under the SEMA-drafted amendment, abandoned, inoperable or junk vehicles stored on private property would require only screening from public view in counties having populations of 700,000 or more people. Unregistered vehicles could not be declared a nuisance under the SEMA amendment.

   

In cooperation with Wisconsin’s collector-vehicle community, legislation has been introduced to allow minor modifications to collector vehicles, exempt former military vehicles, historic military vehicles and collector vehicles from importer certification label requirements and expand rights for historic military-vehicle owners.

New Mexico Collector Car Appreciation Day:

As she did in 2012, New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2013, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the state.

New York Collector Car Appreciation Day:

Thanks to the efforts of Assemblyman Bill Reilich, the New York State Assembly again issued a resolution for Governor Andrew Cuomo to proclaim July 13, 2013, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the state. Assemblyman Reilich is both a SEMA member and chairman of the State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus. He is the owner and operator of Rochester Auto Design, a retailer of auto display stands for auto shows and showrooms.

 

Ohio Single License Plate:

Legislation to require that motor vehicles display only a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle was approved by the Ohio House Transportation, Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee. The bill, supported by state hobbyists, now moves to the floor of the House of Representatives for a vote by all members.

Pennsylvania Emissions Inspection:

Legislation has been introduced in Pennsylvania to extend the emissions-inspection exemption to vehicles never before registered in the state or any other jurisdiction for five years from the model year in which the vehicle was manufactured. Current law exempts only new vehicles that have less than 5,000 miles on their odometers for one year after their first registration. Earlier this year, a bill was introduced to extend the emissions exemption for the first 10 years.

   

SEMA-opposed legislation to impose on state motorists a vehicle-miles-traveled tax of up to 1.25 cents per mile and a bill to add an additional fee of $50 to vehicle registration and renewal fees also died.

Texas Legislation:

Pro-hobby legislation to allow a single license plate for attachment at the rear of the vehicle and a separate bill to increase the emissions-inspection period from an annual requirement to every five years died when the legislature adjourned for the year. SEMA-opposed legislation to impose on state motorists a vehicle-miles-traveled tax of up to 1.25 cents per mile and a bill to add an additional fee of $50 to vehicle registration and renewal fees also died.

 

Wisconsin Single License Plate:

Legislation has been introduced in Wisconsin to require that motor vehicles display only a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle. The bill has been referred to the Senate Transportation, Public Safety, and Veterans and Military Affairs Committee for consideration.

The measure would save money, conserve resources and bring Wisconsin in line with other states that have moved to a single-plate requirement. For vehicle enthusiasts, the bill would protect the design contours of collector cars and relieve vehicle owners of the burden of having to create mounting holes on some fabricated and original bumpers.

FEDERAL UPDATE  

Tax Code:

Members of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee intend to start with a blank slate as they draft legislation to reform the federal tax code. Through this approach, all deductions and credits would be removed so as to reduce overall tax rates. Popular tax breaks, such as the child credit, mortgage-interest deduction, research-and-development tax credit and charitable deductions, would be reinserted only if there is sufficient evidence that these provisions help grow the economy, make the tax code fairer or effectively promote important policy objectives. The House Ways and Means Committee intends to adopt the same approach. Both committees have held hearings on the topic and are seeking public input in order to complete a tax overhaul by the end of 2014.

Johnson Valley OHV Recreation Area:

The House Natural Resources Committee approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Paul Cook (R-CA) to preserve off-highway vehicle (OHV) access to Johnson Valley, California, and end a five-year debate on how to expand the U.S. Marine Corps base at Twentynine Palms.The U.S. House of Representatives approved the 2014 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including a provision that would end a five-year debate on how to expand the U.S. Marine Corps base at Twentynine Palms, California. Authored by Rep. Paul Cook (R-CA), the provision allows the Marines to have access to the adjoining Johnson Valley Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation Area for up to 60 days a year for training exercises, but the area would be otherwise preserved for recreational use. The land will continue to be controlled by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. The land is used year-round by OHV enthusiasts and is home to numerous motorized events that draw thousands of competitors and spectators to the area every year, including the famous King of the Hammers. SEMA is urging senators to approve the Johnson Valley provision when the Senate considers the NDAA bill later this summer. Final passage of the NDAA is not expected until this fall.

 

E15 Ethanol:

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected petitions to reconsider a lower court ruling allowing the sale of E15 ethanol.

The lower court did not rule on whether the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decision to permit E15 sales was valid. Rather, the court ruled that the parties challenging the decision—representing the auto, boat, small engine, oil and food industries—did not have “standing” because they failed to demonstrate a direct injury from E15 sales.

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected petitions to reconsider a lower court ruling allowing the sale of E15 ethanol. The focus of attention now shifts to Congress, where SEMA-supported legislation has been introduced to effectively ban E15.

A bill has been approved by the House Science Committee and is pending before the Energy and Commerce Committee.

There has been no action on a Senate bill. Lawmakers are also considering legislation to revise the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) approved by Congress in 2005. It was expanded in 2007 to dramatically increase the amount of ethanol blended into gasoline each year, from 9 billion gallons in 2008 to 36 billion gallons by 2022.

The EPA approved E15 in anticipation of insufficient ethanol use through the sale of E10 to meet the increasing RFS ethanol mandates.

   

OHV Access to Cape Hatteras National Seashore:

SEMA is supporting legislation that would reverse a 2012 management plan issued by the National Park Service banning OHV access to large portions of the seashore. Under the current restrictions, about 39% of the seashore is closed to OHV recreation while 42% of the seashore is open year-round and 19% is open at different times during the year. The House bill would reinstate a previous management strategy that better balances wildlife protections with responsible OHV access. The bill is pending before the House Judiciary Committee. The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee amended its version of the bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study to determine how wildlife-buffer restrictions can be reduced to allow for expanded OHV recreation. The one-year study would determine the smallest area necessary to protect local species while opening new pedestrian and vehicle corridors around the protected land.

Back-Up Cameras:

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has once again delayed implementation of a rule that would require that all new passenger cars be equipped with a rearview camera system. The equipment is intended to prevent accidents by alerting drivers when pedestrians are behind vehicles. Under a law passed in 2008, the NHTSA had until 2011 to issue the rule to be phased in by 2014. While the law permitted sensors, mirrors or other devices to provide drivers with rearward information, the NHTSA determined that a camera and dashboard display screen system was the best solution. The automakers have generally objected to not being provided more flexibility in determining cost-effective ways to achieve the goal. As of 2012, about 44% of new cars included rear cameras as standard equipment and another 27% offered the equipment as an option.

 

Off-Road Trails:

A U.S. House Natural Resources Subcommittee held a hearing on how to best manage trails for motorized and non-motorized recreation.

SEMA is supporting legislation that would reverse a 2012 management plan issued by the National Park Service banning OHV access to large portions of the seashoreIt was noted that a number of trails were not originally intended as recreational venues but rather wood/mining extraction roads, firebreaks, hunting routes or game trails. Witnesses recommended a public/private collaborative approach for improved maintenance and trail marking.

The panel stressed the importance of including local stakeholders and trail users in land-management decisions. Some witnesses and subcommittee members specifically warned against “wilderness” and “national monument” designations that can close large areas of public lands to recreational opportunities without consideration of local concerns.

The hearing coincided with a Government Accountability Office report citing an estimated $314 million trail-maintenance and improvement backlog by the U.S. Forest Service for 2012.

Sun, 08/25/2013 - 19:16

SEMA News—September 2013

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS
By Steve McDonald

Law and Order

STATE UPDATE  

Further, the measure would have required that vehicles being registered as antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles or as modified antique motor vehicles be at least 30 years old.Connecticut Antique Vehicles:

SEMA-opposed legislation that raised the assessed value of antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles and placed a cap on the number of miles those vehicles could be driven died when the legislature adjourned for the year. Under the bill, the valuation of the vehicles would have increased to a maximum value of $1,000. The current valuation limit in the state is $500. The bill included a 2,000-mile cap on the distance the vehicles could be driven in a two-year period. Further, the measure would have required that vehicles being registered as antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles or as modified antique motor vehicles be at least 30 years old. Currently, vehicles 20 years old or older are eligible for this status and special license plates. 

 

Florida Ethanol:

Florida Governor Rick Scott signed into law legislation to repeal the requirement that all gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol. Heeding the call of angry consumers increasingly wary of the corrosive effects of ethanol-blended gasoline, Florida Governor Rick Scott signed into law legislation to repeal the requirement that all gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol.

Under previous law, the Florida Renewable Fuels Standard required that all gasoline sold or offered for sale by a terminal supplier, importer, blender or wholesaler in Florida contain 9%–10% ethanol, or other alternative fuel, by volume.

   

Nevada (Las Vegas) Collector Car Appreciation Day:

SEMA-supported legislation has been reintroduced in New York to provide that historical-vehicle owners pay only a one-time registration fee of $100 upon initial registration.For the second consecutive year, Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman and the Las Vegas City Council issued a proclamation declaring July 10, 2013, Collector Car Appreciation Day in the city. Earlier this year, the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 176 at SEMA’s request to acknowledge the day’s significance in raising awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. The date marks the fourth commemoration in what has become an annual event.

 

Nevada Inoperable Vehicles:

Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval has signed into law SEMA-amended legislation that originally threatened to add abandoned, unregistered, inoperable or junk motor vehicles to the list of items that constitute a public nuisance. Under existing law, counties and cities may remove a public nuisance at the property owner’s expense if, after notice, the property owner does not remove the nuisance. Under the SEMA-drafted amendment, abandoned, inoperable or junk vehicles stored on private property would require only screening from public view in counties having populations of 700,000 or more people. Unregistered vehicles could not be declared a nuisance under the SEMA amendment.

   

In cooperation with Wisconsin’s collector-vehicle community, legislation has been introduced to allow minor modifications to collector vehicles, exempt former military vehicles, historic military vehicles and collector vehicles from importer certification label requirements and expand rights for historic military-vehicle owners.

New Mexico Collector Car Appreciation Day:

As she did in 2012, New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2013, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the state.

New York Collector Car Appreciation Day:

Thanks to the efforts of Assemblyman Bill Reilich, the New York State Assembly again issued a resolution for Governor Andrew Cuomo to proclaim July 13, 2013, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the state. Assemblyman Reilich is both a SEMA member and chairman of the State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus. He is the owner and operator of Rochester Auto Design, a retailer of auto display stands for auto shows and showrooms.

 

Ohio Single License Plate:

Legislation to require that motor vehicles display only a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle was approved by the Ohio House Transportation, Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee. The bill, supported by state hobbyists, now moves to the floor of the House of Representatives for a vote by all members.

Pennsylvania Emissions Inspection:

Legislation has been introduced in Pennsylvania to extend the emissions-inspection exemption to vehicles never before registered in the state or any other jurisdiction for five years from the model year in which the vehicle was manufactured. Current law exempts only new vehicles that have less than 5,000 miles on their odometers for one year after their first registration. Earlier this year, a bill was introduced to extend the emissions exemption for the first 10 years.

   

SEMA-opposed legislation to impose on state motorists a vehicle-miles-traveled tax of up to 1.25 cents per mile and a bill to add an additional fee of $50 to vehicle registration and renewal fees also died.

Texas Legislation:

Pro-hobby legislation to allow a single license plate for attachment at the rear of the vehicle and a separate bill to increase the emissions-inspection period from an annual requirement to every five years died when the legislature adjourned for the year. SEMA-opposed legislation to impose on state motorists a vehicle-miles-traveled tax of up to 1.25 cents per mile and a bill to add an additional fee of $50 to vehicle registration and renewal fees also died.

 

Wisconsin Single License Plate:

Legislation has been introduced in Wisconsin to require that motor vehicles display only a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle. The bill has been referred to the Senate Transportation, Public Safety, and Veterans and Military Affairs Committee for consideration.

The measure would save money, conserve resources and bring Wisconsin in line with other states that have moved to a single-plate requirement. For vehicle enthusiasts, the bill would protect the design contours of collector cars and relieve vehicle owners of the burden of having to create mounting holes on some fabricated and original bumpers.

FEDERAL UPDATE  

Tax Code:

Members of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee intend to start with a blank slate as they draft legislation to reform the federal tax code. Through this approach, all deductions and credits would be removed so as to reduce overall tax rates. Popular tax breaks, such as the child credit, mortgage-interest deduction, research-and-development tax credit and charitable deductions, would be reinserted only if there is sufficient evidence that these provisions help grow the economy, make the tax code fairer or effectively promote important policy objectives. The House Ways and Means Committee intends to adopt the same approach. Both committees have held hearings on the topic and are seeking public input in order to complete a tax overhaul by the end of 2014.

Johnson Valley OHV Recreation Area:

The House Natural Resources Committee approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Paul Cook (R-CA) to preserve off-highway vehicle (OHV) access to Johnson Valley, California, and end a five-year debate on how to expand the U.S. Marine Corps base at Twentynine Palms.The U.S. House of Representatives approved the 2014 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including a provision that would end a five-year debate on how to expand the U.S. Marine Corps base at Twentynine Palms, California. Authored by Rep. Paul Cook (R-CA), the provision allows the Marines to have access to the adjoining Johnson Valley Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation Area for up to 60 days a year for training exercises, but the area would be otherwise preserved for recreational use. The land will continue to be controlled by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. The land is used year-round by OHV enthusiasts and is home to numerous motorized events that draw thousands of competitors and spectators to the area every year, including the famous King of the Hammers. SEMA is urging senators to approve the Johnson Valley provision when the Senate considers the NDAA bill later this summer. Final passage of the NDAA is not expected until this fall.

 

E15 Ethanol:

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected petitions to reconsider a lower court ruling allowing the sale of E15 ethanol.

The lower court did not rule on whether the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decision to permit E15 sales was valid. Rather, the court ruled that the parties challenging the decision—representing the auto, boat, small engine, oil and food industries—did not have “standing” because they failed to demonstrate a direct injury from E15 sales.

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected petitions to reconsider a lower court ruling allowing the sale of E15 ethanol. The focus of attention now shifts to Congress, where SEMA-supported legislation has been introduced to effectively ban E15.

A bill has been approved by the House Science Committee and is pending before the Energy and Commerce Committee.

There has been no action on a Senate bill. Lawmakers are also considering legislation to revise the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) approved by Congress in 2005. It was expanded in 2007 to dramatically increase the amount of ethanol blended into gasoline each year, from 9 billion gallons in 2008 to 36 billion gallons by 2022.

The EPA approved E15 in anticipation of insufficient ethanol use through the sale of E10 to meet the increasing RFS ethanol mandates.

   

OHV Access to Cape Hatteras National Seashore:

SEMA is supporting legislation that would reverse a 2012 management plan issued by the National Park Service banning OHV access to large portions of the seashore. Under the current restrictions, about 39% of the seashore is closed to OHV recreation while 42% of the seashore is open year-round and 19% is open at different times during the year. The House bill would reinstate a previous management strategy that better balances wildlife protections with responsible OHV access. The bill is pending before the House Judiciary Committee. The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee amended its version of the bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study to determine how wildlife-buffer restrictions can be reduced to allow for expanded OHV recreation. The one-year study would determine the smallest area necessary to protect local species while opening new pedestrian and vehicle corridors around the protected land.

Back-Up Cameras:

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has once again delayed implementation of a rule that would require that all new passenger cars be equipped with a rearview camera system. The equipment is intended to prevent accidents by alerting drivers when pedestrians are behind vehicles. Under a law passed in 2008, the NHTSA had until 2011 to issue the rule to be phased in by 2014. While the law permitted sensors, mirrors or other devices to provide drivers with rearward information, the NHTSA determined that a camera and dashboard display screen system was the best solution. The automakers have generally objected to not being provided more flexibility in determining cost-effective ways to achieve the goal. As of 2012, about 44% of new cars included rear cameras as standard equipment and another 27% offered the equipment as an option.

 

Off-Road Trails:

A U.S. House Natural Resources Subcommittee held a hearing on how to best manage trails for motorized and non-motorized recreation.

SEMA is supporting legislation that would reverse a 2012 management plan issued by the National Park Service banning OHV access to large portions of the seashoreIt was noted that a number of trails were not originally intended as recreational venues but rather wood/mining extraction roads, firebreaks, hunting routes or game trails. Witnesses recommended a public/private collaborative approach for improved maintenance and trail marking.

The panel stressed the importance of including local stakeholders and trail users in land-management decisions. Some witnesses and subcommittee members specifically warned against “wilderness” and “national monument” designations that can close large areas of public lands to recreational opportunities without consideration of local concerns.

The hearing coincided with a Government Accountability Office report citing an estimated $314 million trail-maintenance and improvement backlog by the U.S. Forest Service for 2012.

Sun, 08/25/2013 - 19:16

SEMA News—September 2013

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS
By Steve McDonald

Law and Order

STATE UPDATE  

Further, the measure would have required that vehicles being registered as antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles or as modified antique motor vehicles be at least 30 years old.Connecticut Antique Vehicles:

SEMA-opposed legislation that raised the assessed value of antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles and placed a cap on the number of miles those vehicles could be driven died when the legislature adjourned for the year. Under the bill, the valuation of the vehicles would have increased to a maximum value of $1,000. The current valuation limit in the state is $500. The bill included a 2,000-mile cap on the distance the vehicles could be driven in a two-year period. Further, the measure would have required that vehicles being registered as antique, rare or special-interest motor vehicles or as modified antique motor vehicles be at least 30 years old. Currently, vehicles 20 years old or older are eligible for this status and special license plates. 

 

Florida Ethanol:

Florida Governor Rick Scott signed into law legislation to repeal the requirement that all gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol. Heeding the call of angry consumers increasingly wary of the corrosive effects of ethanol-blended gasoline, Florida Governor Rick Scott signed into law legislation to repeal the requirement that all gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol.

Under previous law, the Florida Renewable Fuels Standard required that all gasoline sold or offered for sale by a terminal supplier, importer, blender or wholesaler in Florida contain 9%–10% ethanol, or other alternative fuel, by volume.

   

Nevada (Las Vegas) Collector Car Appreciation Day:

SEMA-supported legislation has been reintroduced in New York to provide that historical-vehicle owners pay only a one-time registration fee of $100 upon initial registration.For the second consecutive year, Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman and the Las Vegas City Council issued a proclamation declaring July 10, 2013, Collector Car Appreciation Day in the city. Earlier this year, the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 176 at SEMA’s request to acknowledge the day’s significance in raising awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. The date marks the fourth commemoration in what has become an annual event.

 

Nevada Inoperable Vehicles:

Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval has signed into law SEMA-amended legislation that originally threatened to add abandoned, unregistered, inoperable or junk motor vehicles to the list of items that constitute a public nuisance. Under existing law, counties and cities may remove a public nuisance at the property owner’s expense if, after notice, the property owner does not remove the nuisance. Under the SEMA-drafted amendment, abandoned, inoperable or junk vehicles stored on private property would require only screening from public view in counties having populations of 700,000 or more people. Unregistered vehicles could not be declared a nuisance under the SEMA amendment.

   

In cooperation with Wisconsin’s collector-vehicle community, legislation has been introduced to allow minor modifications to collector vehicles, exempt former military vehicles, historic military vehicles and collector vehicles from importer certification label requirements and expand rights for historic military-vehicle owners.

New Mexico Collector Car Appreciation Day:

As she did in 2012, New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2013, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the state.

New York Collector Car Appreciation Day:

Thanks to the efforts of Assemblyman Bill Reilich, the New York State Assembly again issued a resolution for Governor Andrew Cuomo to proclaim July 13, 2013, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the state. Assemblyman Reilich is both a SEMA member and chairman of the State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus. He is the owner and operator of Rochester Auto Design, a retailer of auto display stands for auto shows and showrooms.

 

Ohio Single License Plate:

Legislation to require that motor vehicles display only a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle was approved by the Ohio House Transportation, Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee. The bill, supported by state hobbyists, now moves to the floor of the House of Representatives for a vote by all members.

Pennsylvania Emissions Inspection:

Legislation has been introduced in Pennsylvania to extend the emissions-inspection exemption to vehicles never before registered in the state or any other jurisdiction for five years from the model year in which the vehicle was manufactured. Current law exempts only new vehicles that have less than 5,000 miles on their odometers for one year after their first registration. Earlier this year, a bill was introduced to extend the emissions exemption for the first 10 years.

   

SEMA-opposed legislation to impose on state motorists a vehicle-miles-traveled tax of up to 1.25 cents per mile and a bill to add an additional fee of $50 to vehicle registration and renewal fees also died.

Texas Legislation:

Pro-hobby legislation to allow a single license plate for attachment at the rear of the vehicle and a separate bill to increase the emissions-inspection period from an annual requirement to every five years died when the legislature adjourned for the year. SEMA-opposed legislation to impose on state motorists a vehicle-miles-traveled tax of up to 1.25 cents per mile and a bill to add an additional fee of $50 to vehicle registration and renewal fees also died.

 

Wisconsin Single License Plate:

Legislation has been introduced in Wisconsin to require that motor vehicles display only a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle. The bill has been referred to the Senate Transportation, Public Safety, and Veterans and Military Affairs Committee for consideration.

The measure would save money, conserve resources and bring Wisconsin in line with other states that have moved to a single-plate requirement. For vehicle enthusiasts, the bill would protect the design contours of collector cars and relieve vehicle owners of the burden of having to create mounting holes on some fabricated and original bumpers.

FEDERAL UPDATE  

Tax Code:

Members of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee intend to start with a blank slate as they draft legislation to reform the federal tax code. Through this approach, all deductions and credits would be removed so as to reduce overall tax rates. Popular tax breaks, such as the child credit, mortgage-interest deduction, research-and-development tax credit and charitable deductions, would be reinserted only if there is sufficient evidence that these provisions help grow the economy, make the tax code fairer or effectively promote important policy objectives. The House Ways and Means Committee intends to adopt the same approach. Both committees have held hearings on the topic and are seeking public input in order to complete a tax overhaul by the end of 2014.

Johnson Valley OHV Recreation Area:

The House Natural Resources Committee approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Paul Cook (R-CA) to preserve off-highway vehicle (OHV) access to Johnson Valley, California, and end a five-year debate on how to expand the U.S. Marine Corps base at Twentynine Palms.The U.S. House of Representatives approved the 2014 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including a provision that would end a five-year debate on how to expand the U.S. Marine Corps base at Twentynine Palms, California. Authored by Rep. Paul Cook (R-CA), the provision allows the Marines to have access to the adjoining Johnson Valley Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation Area for up to 60 days a year for training exercises, but the area would be otherwise preserved for recreational use. The land will continue to be controlled by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. The land is used year-round by OHV enthusiasts and is home to numerous motorized events that draw thousands of competitors and spectators to the area every year, including the famous King of the Hammers. SEMA is urging senators to approve the Johnson Valley provision when the Senate considers the NDAA bill later this summer. Final passage of the NDAA is not expected until this fall.

 

E15 Ethanol:

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected petitions to reconsider a lower court ruling allowing the sale of E15 ethanol.

The lower court did not rule on whether the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decision to permit E15 sales was valid. Rather, the court ruled that the parties challenging the decision—representing the auto, boat, small engine, oil and food industries—did not have “standing” because they failed to demonstrate a direct injury from E15 sales.

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected petitions to reconsider a lower court ruling allowing the sale of E15 ethanol. The focus of attention now shifts to Congress, where SEMA-supported legislation has been introduced to effectively ban E15.

A bill has been approved by the House Science Committee and is pending before the Energy and Commerce Committee.

There has been no action on a Senate bill. Lawmakers are also considering legislation to revise the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) approved by Congress in 2005. It was expanded in 2007 to dramatically increase the amount of ethanol blended into gasoline each year, from 9 billion gallons in 2008 to 36 billion gallons by 2022.

The EPA approved E15 in anticipation of insufficient ethanol use through the sale of E10 to meet the increasing RFS ethanol mandates.

   

OHV Access to Cape Hatteras National Seashore:

SEMA is supporting legislation that would reverse a 2012 management plan issued by the National Park Service banning OHV access to large portions of the seashore. Under the current restrictions, about 39% of the seashore is closed to OHV recreation while 42% of the seashore is open year-round and 19% is open at different times during the year. The House bill would reinstate a previous management strategy that better balances wildlife protections with responsible OHV access. The bill is pending before the House Judiciary Committee. The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee amended its version of the bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study to determine how wildlife-buffer restrictions can be reduced to allow for expanded OHV recreation. The one-year study would determine the smallest area necessary to protect local species while opening new pedestrian and vehicle corridors around the protected land.

Back-Up Cameras:

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has once again delayed implementation of a rule that would require that all new passenger cars be equipped with a rearview camera system. The equipment is intended to prevent accidents by alerting drivers when pedestrians are behind vehicles. Under a law passed in 2008, the NHTSA had until 2011 to issue the rule to be phased in by 2014. While the law permitted sensors, mirrors or other devices to provide drivers with rearward information, the NHTSA determined that a camera and dashboard display screen system was the best solution. The automakers have generally objected to not being provided more flexibility in determining cost-effective ways to achieve the goal. As of 2012, about 44% of new cars included rear cameras as standard equipment and another 27% offered the equipment as an option.

 

Off-Road Trails:

A U.S. House Natural Resources Subcommittee held a hearing on how to best manage trails for motorized and non-motorized recreation.

SEMA is supporting legislation that would reverse a 2012 management plan issued by the National Park Service banning OHV access to large portions of the seashoreIt was noted that a number of trails were not originally intended as recreational venues but rather wood/mining extraction roads, firebreaks, hunting routes or game trails. Witnesses recommended a public/private collaborative approach for improved maintenance and trail marking.

The panel stressed the importance of including local stakeholders and trail users in land-management decisions. Some witnesses and subcommittee members specifically warned against “wilderness” and “national monument” designations that can close large areas of public lands to recreational opportunities without consideration of local concerns.

The hearing coincided with a Government Accountability Office report citing an estimated $314 million trail-maintenance and improvement backlog by the U.S. Forest Service for 2012.