Thu, 09/05/2013 - 15:22
By SEMA Editors

 red kap discount
Red Kap is offering customized apparel solutions to all registered exhibitors, including al 15% savings on orders placed by September 30, 2013.
  

As an official partner of the 2013 SEMA Show, Red Kap is offering customized apparel solutions to all registered exhibitors. The automotive apparel manufacturer has teamed up with online retailer, Automotive Workwear, to offer a convenient online solution for exhibitor’s in-booth apparel needs.

A variety of styles, ranging from Red Kap’s most popular automotive work shirts to executive dress shirts, and polos to jackets, are available. Plus, exhibitors can add embroidered company logos and employee names on their orders—all from Automotive Workwear’s website. As an added value, Automotive Workwear is offering an additional 15% off all orders placed by September 30, 2013. Use promo code “SEMAEX” at checkout to receive the exclusive exhibitor discount.

For 2013 SEMA Show attendees, Red Kap apparel will also be available at one of the six Official SEMA Stores located throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Chris Holcombe, vice president and general manager of Red Kap, described the motivation behind partnering with SEMA for the 2013 SEMA Show.

"We're thrilled to outfit the go-to association for the specialty automotive industry and think the SEMA Show is a great place for our brand to connect with car guys that embody our 'Done Right' philosophy. We've seen continued success at every show, and we're positive this creative partnership will only further that success," said Holcombe.

Visit www.AutomotiveWorkwear.com/SEMA to browse all available products and place your order today. If you would like help with your order or have additional questions, call 800-589-1084 and talk with a customer service representative at Automotive Workwear. 



Adding embroidery to a product will add 10–14 business days to delivery date. 
The exclusive exhibitor promo code can only be used toward products listed on the Official SEMA Gear for Exhibitors webpage.

Thu, 09/05/2013 - 14:50

By SEMA Editors

gen 3
Brian Reese, vice president of product and business development for COMP Performance Group, won SEMA's inaugural GEN-III Innovator Award at last year's SEMA Show Banquet.
SEMA is seeking nominations to identify youthful innovators whose work is substantially changing the way the automotive aftermarket is doing business. These nominations will be used to select the second-annual GEN-III Innovator Award. SEMA will honor the award winner at the 2013 SEMA Show Banquet, which takes place the evening of Thursday, November 7, 2013.

The winning candidate will be energetic and passionate about the enthusiast marketplace. He or she will have contributed a bright, novel way to fix something broken, build something new or make something better.

He or she may be the MVP on a team that leads with a game-changing product or service. They may have been the first to act on a new trend, invent an original product people did not yet know they needed, or working independently, devise and implement stellar ideas that better suit the changing marketplace of the new millennium.

Whatever the case, the GEN-III Innovator will be young—less than 40 years of age as of December 31, 2013.

If you know someone who exhibits the same pioneering spirit as the original industry founders, we need your help in identifying that person for the GEN-III Innovator Award.

Please fill out the 2013 SEMA GEN-III Innovator Award Nomination form and tell us about the person you think deserves a moment in the spotlight.

All nominees will be invited, along with a guest, to attend and participate in the SEMA Banquet.

Please submit your GEN-III Innovator Award nomination form prior to close of business at 5:00 p.m. (PDT), Friday, September 20.

For more information about the award, please visit www.sema.org/innovator or contact Arlene Wood at ArleneW@sema.org or 909-978-6689.

Thu, 09/05/2013 - 14:50

By SEMA Editors

gen 3
Brian Reese, vice president of product and business development for COMP Performance Group, won SEMA's inaugural GEN-III Innovator Award at last year's SEMA Show Banquet.
SEMA is seeking nominations to identify youthful innovators whose work is substantially changing the way the automotive aftermarket is doing business. These nominations will be used to select the second-annual GEN-III Innovator Award. SEMA will honor the award winner at the 2013 SEMA Show Banquet, which takes place the evening of Thursday, November 7, 2013.

The winning candidate will be energetic and passionate about the enthusiast marketplace. He or she will have contributed a bright, novel way to fix something broken, build something new or make something better.

He or she may be the MVP on a team that leads with a game-changing product or service. They may have been the first to act on a new trend, invent an original product people did not yet know they needed, or working independently, devise and implement stellar ideas that better suit the changing marketplace of the new millennium.

Whatever the case, the GEN-III Innovator will be young—less than 40 years of age as of December 31, 2013.

If you know someone who exhibits the same pioneering spirit as the original industry founders, we need your help in identifying that person for the GEN-III Innovator Award.

Please fill out the 2013 SEMA GEN-III Innovator Award Nomination form and tell us about the person you think deserves a moment in the spotlight.

All nominees will be invited, along with a guest, to attend and participate in the SEMA Banquet.

Please submit your GEN-III Innovator Award nomination form prior to close of business at 5:00 p.m. (PDT), Friday, September 20.

For more information about the award, please visit www.sema.org/innovator or contact Arlene Wood at ArleneW@sema.org or 909-978-6689.

Thu, 09/05/2013 - 14:50

By SEMA Editors

gen 3
Brian Reese, vice president of product and business development for COMP Performance Group, won SEMA's inaugural GEN-III Innovator Award at last year's SEMA Show Banquet.
SEMA is seeking nominations to identify youthful innovators whose work is substantially changing the way the automotive aftermarket is doing business. These nominations will be used to select the second-annual GEN-III Innovator Award. SEMA will honor the award winner at the 2013 SEMA Show Banquet, which takes place the evening of Thursday, November 7, 2013.

The winning candidate will be energetic and passionate about the enthusiast marketplace. He or she will have contributed a bright, novel way to fix something broken, build something new or make something better.

He or she may be the MVP on a team that leads with a game-changing product or service. They may have been the first to act on a new trend, invent an original product people did not yet know they needed, or working independently, devise and implement stellar ideas that better suit the changing marketplace of the new millennium.

Whatever the case, the GEN-III Innovator will be young—less than 40 years of age as of December 31, 2013.

If you know someone who exhibits the same pioneering spirit as the original industry founders, we need your help in identifying that person for the GEN-III Innovator Award.

Please fill out the 2013 SEMA GEN-III Innovator Award Nomination form and tell us about the person you think deserves a moment in the spotlight.

All nominees will be invited, along with a guest, to attend and participate in the SEMA Banquet.

Please submit your GEN-III Innovator Award nomination form prior to close of business at 5:00 p.m. (PDT), Friday, September 20.

For more information about the award, please visit www.sema.org/innovator or contact Arlene Wood at ArleneW@sema.org or 909-978-6689.

Thu, 09/05/2013 - 14:50

By SEMA Editors

gen 3
Brian Reese, vice president of product and business development for COMP Performance Group, won SEMA's inaugural GEN-III Innovator Award at last year's SEMA Show Banquet.
SEMA is seeking nominations to identify youthful innovators whose work is substantially changing the way the automotive aftermarket is doing business. These nominations will be used to select the second-annual GEN-III Innovator Award. SEMA will honor the award winner at the 2013 SEMA Show Banquet, which takes place the evening of Thursday, November 7, 2013.

The winning candidate will be energetic and passionate about the enthusiast marketplace. He or she will have contributed a bright, novel way to fix something broken, build something new or make something better.

He or she may be the MVP on a team that leads with a game-changing product or service. They may have been the first to act on a new trend, invent an original product people did not yet know they needed, or working independently, devise and implement stellar ideas that better suit the changing marketplace of the new millennium.

Whatever the case, the GEN-III Innovator will be young—less than 40 years of age as of December 31, 2013.

If you know someone who exhibits the same pioneering spirit as the original industry founders, we need your help in identifying that person for the GEN-III Innovator Award.

Please fill out the 2013 SEMA GEN-III Innovator Award Nomination form and tell us about the person you think deserves a moment in the spotlight.

All nominees will be invited, along with a guest, to attend and participate in the SEMA Banquet.

Please submit your GEN-III Innovator Award nomination form prior to close of business at 5:00 p.m. (PDT), Friday, September 20.

For more information about the award, please visit www.sema.org/innovator or contact Arlene Wood at ArleneW@sema.org or 909-978-6689.

Thu, 09/05/2013 - 14:50

By SEMA Editors

gen 3
Brian Reese, vice president of product and business development for COMP Performance Group, won SEMA's inaugural GEN-III Innovator Award at last year's SEMA Show Banquet.
SEMA is seeking nominations to identify youthful innovators whose work is substantially changing the way the automotive aftermarket is doing business. These nominations will be used to select the second-annual GEN-III Innovator Award. SEMA will honor the award winner at the 2013 SEMA Show Banquet, which takes place the evening of Thursday, November 7, 2013.

The winning candidate will be energetic and passionate about the enthusiast marketplace. He or she will have contributed a bright, novel way to fix something broken, build something new or make something better.

He or she may be the MVP on a team that leads with a game-changing product or service. They may have been the first to act on a new trend, invent an original product people did not yet know they needed, or working independently, devise and implement stellar ideas that better suit the changing marketplace of the new millennium.

Whatever the case, the GEN-III Innovator will be young—less than 40 years of age as of December 31, 2013.

If you know someone who exhibits the same pioneering spirit as the original industry founders, we need your help in identifying that person for the GEN-III Innovator Award.

Please fill out the 2013 SEMA GEN-III Innovator Award Nomination form and tell us about the person you think deserves a moment in the spotlight.

All nominees will be invited, along with a guest, to attend and participate in the SEMA Banquet.

Please submit your GEN-III Innovator Award nomination form prior to close of business at 5:00 p.m. (PDT), Friday, September 20.

For more information about the award, please visit www.sema.org/innovator or contact Arlene Wood at ArleneW@sema.org or 909-978-6689.

Thu, 09/05/2013 - 13:18
 SEMA automotive classifieds
The best place to find talent or post a job opening is through SEMA's Automotive Classifieds.
  

By SEMA Editors

The best place to find talent or post a job opening is through SEMA's Automotive Classifieds. Whether you are a student seeking an internship or a well-established business looking to grow your team, the Automotive Classifieds are for you.

Space is also provided where you can list items wanted or for sale. It’s simple to create your ad using the online form, and submissions go live within 48 hours.

It’s an additional resource to leverage and help you make connections throughout the industry.

Categories available in the Automotive Classifieds section include Positions Available, Positions Wanted, Rep Opportunities, WD Opportunities, For Sale, Items Wanted, Business Opportunities and Internships.

Visit the SEMA Classifieds site for details.

 

Thu, 09/05/2013 - 13:18
 SEMA automotive classifieds
The best place to find talent or post a job opening is through SEMA's Automotive Classifieds.
  

By SEMA Editors

The best place to find talent or post a job opening is through SEMA's Automotive Classifieds. Whether you are a student seeking an internship or a well-established business looking to grow your team, the Automotive Classifieds are for you.

Space is also provided where you can list items wanted or for sale. It’s simple to create your ad using the online form, and submissions go live within 48 hours.

It’s an additional resource to leverage and help you make connections throughout the industry.

Categories available in the Automotive Classifieds section include Positions Available, Positions Wanted, Rep Opportunities, WD Opportunities, For Sale, Items Wanted, Business Opportunities and Internships.

Visit the SEMA Classifieds site for details.

 

Thu, 09/05/2013 - 12:56

Compiled by SEMA Editors

  rally
Joni Wiman has notched four first-place wins in four starts in the inaugural season of the Global Rallycross Lites series.
  

Joni Wiman Gets Fourth Win in Four Starts in Infinity-ECU Tuned GRC Lites
Joni Wiman has notched four first-place wins in four starts in the inaugural season of the Global Rallycross Lites series after the finals at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Wiman has appeared unstoppable this season despite consistent competition from Sebastian Eriksson and young phenom Mitchell deJong. Eriksson is currently second overall in the series while 15-year-old deJong moved from fourth to third overall after two second-place podium finishes at X Games L.A. and Atlanta. The Atlanta race featured multiple lead changes coupled with a battle for second place.

Oliver Racing Parts Moves to Charlevoix
Oliver Racing Parts, manufacturers of high-performance connecting rods for motorsports applications, is moving its operations and manufacturing to a more modern, 70,000-sq.-ft. facility in Charlevoix, Michigan. The relocation will take place in three phases and is expected to be complete by the first week of October. The move will allow Oliver an opportunity to upgrade its manufacturing and packaging equipment in a new facility—moves that will enable Oliver to continue expanding their line of high-performance products. The company will now be located at 5339 N. M-66 North in Charlevoix.

James Yom Wins SCCA National Championship
James Yom of Los Angeles earned his first Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) National Championship Wednesday at the 41st Tire Rack SCCA Solo National Championships held at the Lincoln, Nebraska, airport. Driving a Honda S2000, Yom toppe­d 13 other competitors in the B Stock class to win the two-day competition that pits drivers from across the country in a single-event, winner-take-all format. Nick Barbato of Wethersfield, Connecticut, finished second—0.135-second behind Yom in aggregate time.
 
Held for the fifth straight year on three million sq. ft. of concrete at the Lincoln Airport, more than 1,000 drivers compete in the Tire Rack SCCA Solo National Championships for titles in 66 separate car classes. The event features two distinct courses set up on the tarmac with traffic cones. Competitors are afforded three runs on both the East and West courses over two days, with the fastest aggregate time of the two courses determining the winner. Drivers are classified as amateurs, meaning they compete for the love of the sport rather than for money.
 
Half of the entered drivers competed Tuesday, September 3, and Wednesday, September 4, with the other half competing Thursday, September 5, and Friday, September 6.

Thu, 09/05/2013 - 12:56

Compiled by SEMA Editors

  rally
Joni Wiman has notched four first-place wins in four starts in the inaugural season of the Global Rallycross Lites series.
  

Joni Wiman Gets Fourth Win in Four Starts in Infinity-ECU Tuned GRC Lites
Joni Wiman has notched four first-place wins in four starts in the inaugural season of the Global Rallycross Lites series after the finals at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Wiman has appeared unstoppable this season despite consistent competition from Sebastian Eriksson and young phenom Mitchell deJong. Eriksson is currently second overall in the series while 15-year-old deJong moved from fourth to third overall after two second-place podium finishes at X Games L.A. and Atlanta. The Atlanta race featured multiple lead changes coupled with a battle for second place.

Oliver Racing Parts Moves to Charlevoix
Oliver Racing Parts, manufacturers of high-performance connecting rods for motorsports applications, is moving its operations and manufacturing to a more modern, 70,000-sq.-ft. facility in Charlevoix, Michigan. The relocation will take place in three phases and is expected to be complete by the first week of October. The move will allow Oliver an opportunity to upgrade its manufacturing and packaging equipment in a new facility—moves that will enable Oliver to continue expanding their line of high-performance products. The company will now be located at 5339 N. M-66 North in Charlevoix.

James Yom Wins SCCA National Championship
James Yom of Los Angeles earned his first Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) National Championship Wednesday at the 41st Tire Rack SCCA Solo National Championships held at the Lincoln, Nebraska, airport. Driving a Honda S2000, Yom toppe­d 13 other competitors in the B Stock class to win the two-day competition that pits drivers from across the country in a single-event, winner-take-all format. Nick Barbato of Wethersfield, Connecticut, finished second—0.135-second behind Yom in aggregate time.
 
Held for the fifth straight year on three million sq. ft. of concrete at the Lincoln Airport, more than 1,000 drivers compete in the Tire Rack SCCA Solo National Championships for titles in 66 separate car classes. The event features two distinct courses set up on the tarmac with traffic cones. Competitors are afforded three runs on both the East and West courses over two days, with the fastest aggregate time of the two courses determining the winner. Drivers are classified as amateurs, meaning they compete for the love of the sport rather than for money.
 
Half of the entered drivers competed Tuesday, September 3, and Wednesday, September 4, with the other half competing Thursday, September 5, and Friday, September 6.