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Thu, 02/20/2020 - 08:18
Thu, 02/13/2020 - 15:50
By SEMA Editors
 Jesse Jones |
Jesse Jones Named Engine Pro President
Engine Parts Group Inc. has appointed Jesse Jones as president of the engine parts distribution group. Jones has vast experience with both automotive aftermarket and OE suppliers, including senior management positions at MAHLE Clevite, Dana Inc. and Cometic Gaskets. Jones began his new position February 10, and will be based in Michigan, close to many of the group’s supplier partners and central to the national Engine Pro distributor network. He will be responsible for the group’s overall leadership, including growth initiatives and strategic planning. His focus will include strengthening the group’s supplier programs and relationships, expanding product line coverage, and developing new market opportunities.
Mark Turner Steps Down as CEO of Daystar Products International
On February 3, Mark Turner, CEO of Daystar Products International, changed his role with the company. He is no longer CEO; however, he will continue working for the company developing products and working as brand ambassador to promote Daystar and its related brands. All inquiries related to sales and marketing should be directed to Kelly Davis, general manager. All other issues, including operations and finance, should be directed to Tom Schneider, chief financial officer.
 The Tecnicentros Mundial locations in Caguas, San Juan Centro, Rio Piedras, Campo Rico, Dorado, and Ponce will be converted to Pep Boys-branded service centers. |
Icahn Automotive Acquires Tecnicentros Mundial
Icahn Automotive, which owns and operates Pep Boys, has completed its acquisition of Tecnicentros Mundial—a six-location automotive service chain in Puerto Rico. The Tecnicentros Mundial locations in Caguas, San Juan Centro, Rio Piedras, Campo Rico, Dorado, and Ponce will be converted to Pep Boys-branded service centers, and employees at those locations will join the Pep Boys team. The acquisition will increase the number of Pep Boys locations on the island to 33, of which 30 locations will provide automotive service. The company will also acquire an existing warehouse facility.
Ironman 4x4 Hires Justin MacLauchlan as Marketing Manager
Ironman 4x4 has announced that Justin MacLauchlan has joined the company as marketing manager responsible for conceiving and executing marketing strategies and tactics that drive brand exposure and sales growth. In addition to sales goals, MacLauchlan will help overall brand development and messaging in the marketplace. With the team’s guidance, Ironman is looking to enlarge its marketing efforts to provide a stronger presence across North America. MacLauchlan comes to Ironman 4x4 by way of PIAA Corp., where he was the brand manager in charge of overall marketing efforts. He has years of experience in the automotive industry, with more than 10 years in various marketing, design and advertising positions.
QA1 Launches New, More Streamlined Website
On the heels of a rebrand with a more modern logo and look, QA1 has launched a website to reflect the new branding and vision for the company. The new site is designed to offer improved navigation, a more prominent Tech Center and a better integration of QA1’s different markets. The new site features a prominent vehicle filter in the Automotive section and various configuration options for products across all markets. According to the company, the site is more streamlined and offers smoother navigation and more imagery than the previous site, which launched in 2014.
Have some company news you would like to share? Let us know and the news may appear in an upcoming issue of SEMA eNews. Send your items for consideration to editors@sema.org.
Thu, 02/13/2020 - 15:11
By SEMA Editors
 Among the speakers providing insight will be SEMA’s Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events, who will explain the ways to avoid the most common pitfalls that exhibitors experience. |
Registration for the 2020 SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit is open. The Exhibitor Summit, now in its 11th year, is scheduled for Wednesday–Thursday, June 24–25, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Register for the 2020 SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit.
The SEMA Show Summit event brings together individuals who are new to the Show with experienced exhibitors looking to generate the most business and recognition through Show week. All attendees will benefit from sessions conducted by experienced trade show pros as they cover how to properly budget, identify existing time-saving programs that they may not be using, and generate more foot traffic, along with best practices for post-Show follow-up, avoid misleading vendors claiming to be official Show partners, and much more.
Among the speakers providing insight will be Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events, who will explain the ways to avoid the most common pitfalls that exhibitors experience. The mission of the event is to help all attendees regardless of trade-show experience by limiting the cost and time needed to prepare for November.
In addition to the sessions, exhibitors will also be able to meet with their perspective Show sales rep. Sales representatives are the first point of contact for exhibitors who have general Show questions, who are seeking sponsorship opportunities or who want to stretch their Show budgets through no-cost, value-added programs.
Cost for the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit is intentionally low, with hotels, meals and workshops covered by SEMA. The only expense that attendees will incur is transportation to and from the event.
To register and for more information, visit the SEMA Show website. To learn more about the 2020 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.
The 2020 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, November 3–6, in Las Vegas.
Thu, 02/13/2020 - 15:11
By SEMA Editors
Among the speakers providing insight will be SEMA’s Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events, who will explain the ways to avoid the most common pitfalls that exhibitors experience. |
Registration for the 2020 SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit is open. The Exhibitor Summit, now in its 11th year, is scheduled for Wednesday–Thursday, June 24–25, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Register for the 2020 SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit.
The SEMA Show Summit event brings together individuals who are new to the Show with experienced exhibitors looking to generate the most business and recognition through Show week. All attendees will benefit from sessions conducted by experienced trade show pros as they cover how to properly budget, identify existing time-saving programs that they may not be using, and generate more foot traffic, along with best practices for post-Show follow-up, avoid misleading vendors claiming to be official Show partners, and much more.
Among the speakers providing insight will be Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events, who will explain the ways to avoid the most common pitfalls that exhibitors experience. The mission of the event is to help all attendees regardless of trade-show experience by limiting the cost and time needed to prepare for November.
In addition to the sessions, exhibitors will also be able to meet with their perspective Show sales rep. Sales representatives are the first point of contact for exhibitors who have general Show questions, who are seeking sponsorship opportunities or who want to stretch their Show budgets through no-cost, value-added programs.
Cost for the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit is intentionally low, with hotels, meals and workshops covered by SEMA. The only expense that attendees will incur is transportation to and from the event.
To register and for more information, visit the SEMA Show website. To learn more about the 2020 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.
The 2020 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, November 3–6, in Las Vegas.
Thu, 02/13/2020 - 14:32
By Washington, D.C., Staff
 SEMA-opposed legislation (H.B. 3899) has been introduced in Oklahoma to require front and rear license plates on all vehicles. |
SEMA-opposed legislation (H.B. 3899) has been introduced in Oklahoma to require front and rear license plates on all vehicles. Currently, vehicles are required to display only a single, rear-mounted license plate. If passed, H.B. 3899 would fail to protect the aesthetic contours of collector cars and force vehicle owners to take on the burden and cost of having to create mounting holes on bumpers.
The bill awaits consideration in the House Appropriations and Budget Committee.
For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website.
For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.
Thu, 02/13/2020 - 14:32
By Washington, D.C., Staff
SEMA-opposed legislation (H.B. 3899) has been introduced in Oklahoma to require front and rear license plates on all vehicles. |
SEMA-opposed legislation (H.B. 3899) has been introduced in Oklahoma to require front and rear license plates on all vehicles. Currently, vehicles are required to display only a single, rear-mounted license plate. If passed, H.B. 3899 would fail to protect the aesthetic contours of collector cars and force vehicle owners to take on the burden and cost of having to create mounting holes on bumpers.
The bill awaits consideration in the House Appropriations and Budget Committee.
For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website.
For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.
Thu, 02/13/2020 - 14:09
By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff
Whether it’s pursuing a pro-growth and job creation agenda, standing up for the RPM Act or combating counterfeit products, there are many issues facing SEMA members in the nation’s capital.
Join fellow SEMA members in Washington, D.C., Wednesday, May 13, for the 2020 SEMA Washington Rally. The Rally is your opportunity to demonstrate to congressional lawmakers the importance and strength of the $45 billion specialty-equipment industry.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to connect face-to-face with your legislators on Capitol Hill and inform them of the issues that matter most to you, your community and your business. The SEMA Washington Rally is exclusively for association members.
Scheduled events include:
- Legislative briefing session with SEMA staff.
- One-on-one meetings with members of Congress.
- Capitol Hill luncheon.
- Private reception with members of Congress.
- Opportunities to visit attractions in the nation’s capital.
Registration closes April 1. For more information, contact Christian Robinson at christianr@sema.org.
Thu, 02/13/2020 - 14:09
By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff
Whether it’s pursuing a pro-growth and job creation agenda, standing up for the RPM Act or combating counterfeit products, there are many issues facing SEMA members in the nation’s capital.
Join fellow SEMA members in Washington, D.C., Wednesday, May 13, for the 2020 SEMA Washington Rally. The Rally is your opportunity to demonstrate to congressional lawmakers the importance and strength of the $45 billion specialty-equipment industry.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to connect face-to-face with your legislators on Capitol Hill and inform them of the issues that matter most to you, your community and your business. The SEMA Washington Rally is exclusively for association members.
Scheduled events include:
- Legislative briefing session with SEMA staff.
- One-on-one meetings with members of Congress.
- Capitol Hill luncheon.
- Private reception with members of Congress.
- Opportunities to visit attractions in the nation’s capital.
Registration closes April 1. For more information, contact Christian Robinson at christianr@sema.org.
Thu, 02/13/2020 - 12:25
By Fredy Ramirez
The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) is “data central” for hundreds of specialty parts brands, representing millions of part numbers and tens of millions of vehicle applications. Created by SEMA, the SDC is the definitive, industry-owned and -operated centralized data repository, complete with a comprehensive set of online data management tools.
The product releases below are from SEMA members who are also part of the SDC at the the Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum level. Learn more about the SDC at www.semadatacoop.org.
SDC members are invited to submit new-product press releases for consideration to editors@sema.org.
Holley EFI Module Holley announces the release of its 255 LPH OE-style EFI fuel tank modules for the ’61–’64 Chevrolet Impala, Belair and Biscayne. The module is designed to be a direct replacement for the factory pick-up and sending unit. The EFI Module includes a 255-LPH fuel pump and a Holley HydraMat. The in-tank fuel pump module is designed to be capable of supporting electronic fuel injection (EFI) engines producing up to 550 hp. A pre-calibrated fuel-level sending unit designed to work with the factory fuel gauge for this application is included. 866-464-6553 |  |
Hellwig Products Rear Sway Bar Hellwig Products releases its bolt-on rear sway bars for the U.S.-market ’19–’20 Ford Ranger for both stock and lifted ride heights. Available for both 2WD and 4WD applications, the rear sway bars are designed to improve driving dynamics and driver control during daily driving, towing, hauling and off-roading situations. The sway bar is engineered to reduce body roll and lateral sway when entering corners. The sway bars are constructed to allow for tuning to match different driving styles because of the integrated three-hole adjustable rate ends. 800-435-5944 |  |
Oracle Lighting ColorSHIFT Headlights Oracle Lighting introduces its pre-assembled Dynamic ColorSHIFT RGB+A “Black Series” headlights for all ’15–’17 Ford Mustangs. The lineup features Amber LEDs designed for a dynamic turn-signal effect. The replacement headlights feature Dynamic Halos, Dynamic Tai-Bar DRL, and Dynamic Demon Eyes and include everything needed for installation. Mustang fitments include Base, EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT, GT 50 Years Limited Edition, GT Premium, Shelby GT350, Shelby GT350R, V6 and V8. The lights are constructed to be controlled through an app that features more than 200 pre-programmed moving patterns as well as static color control and white DRL mode for normal street driving. 800-407-5776 |  |
Thu, 02/13/2020 - 12:25
By Fredy Ramirez
The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) is “data central” for hundreds of specialty parts brands, representing millions of part numbers and tens of millions of vehicle applications. Created by SEMA, the SDC is the definitive, industry-owned and -operated centralized data repository, complete with a comprehensive set of online data management tools.
The product releases below are from SEMA members who are also part of the SDC at the the Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum level. Learn more about the SDC at www.semadatacoop.org.
SDC members are invited to submit new-product press releases for consideration to editors@sema.org.
Holley EFI Module Holley announces the release of its 255 LPH OE-style EFI fuel tank modules for the ’61–’64 Chevrolet Impala, Belair and Biscayne. The module is designed to be a direct replacement for the factory pick-up and sending unit. The EFI Module includes a 255-LPH fuel pump and a Holley HydraMat. The in-tank fuel pump module is designed to be capable of supporting electronic fuel injection (EFI) engines producing up to 550 hp. A pre-calibrated fuel-level sending unit designed to work with the factory fuel gauge for this application is included. 866-464-6553 | |
Hellwig Products Rear Sway Bar Hellwig Products releases its bolt-on rear sway bars for the U.S.-market ’19–’20 Ford Ranger for both stock and lifted ride heights. Available for both 2WD and 4WD applications, the rear sway bars are designed to improve driving dynamics and driver control during daily driving, towing, hauling and off-roading situations. The sway bar is engineered to reduce body roll and lateral sway when entering corners. The sway bars are constructed to allow for tuning to match different driving styles because of the integrated three-hole adjustable rate ends. 800-435-5944 | |
Oracle Lighting ColorSHIFT Headlights Oracle Lighting introduces its pre-assembled Dynamic ColorSHIFT RGB+A “Black Series” headlights for all ’15–’17 Ford Mustangs. The lineup features Amber LEDs designed for a dynamic turn-signal effect. The replacement headlights feature Dynamic Halos, Dynamic Tai-Bar DRL, and Dynamic Demon Eyes and include everything needed for installation. Mustang fitments include Base, EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT, GT 50 Years Limited Edition, GT Premium, Shelby GT350, Shelby GT350R, V6 and V8. The lights are constructed to be controlled through an app that features more than 200 pre-programmed moving patterns as well as static color control and white DRL mode for normal street driving. 800-407-5776 | |