Jeep performance accessory suppliers are sought after in China. Take advantage of this opportunity by attending the 2011 SEMA CIAPE China Business Development Conference in Beijing, China, September 7–10.

The list of products sought by Chinese buyers from throughout the country is growing. Buyers are already confirmed to attend the 2011 SEMA CIAPE China Business Development Conference taking place in Beijing, China, September 7–10.

Among the new suppliers sought:

For Light Trucks:

• Wheel/Tire
• Exhaust
• Engine
• Interior, Exterior Styling
• Suspension
• Drivetrain
• Truck Accessories
• Jeep Performance Accessories

For Cars:

• Car Care Products
• Wheels
• Tires
• Suspension
• Engine
• New Products
• Products for European Cars

For more information on how to meet with these buyers, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org or visit www.sema.org/china.

A delegation of 11 officials from five Chinese government agencies, including the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM), visited SEMA for a day of discussion on the specialty-equipment market in the United States. The delegation also visited two SEMA-member manufacturers, Hotchkis Performance and Injen Technology.

SEMA CEO and President Chris Kersting greets the Chinese government delegation who visited SEMA headquarters last week to meet with SEMA executives and better understand United States' laws regarding customization.

Injen Vice President of Sales and Marketing Ed Rossi demonstrates the company’s new performance air-intake system being tested in their Pomona, California-based facility.

Hotchkis Performance President and Founder John Hotchkis described to the visiting delegation how his roots in racing and experiences on the track has helped him to create a wide array of high-end suspension products for both track and street use.

 

A delegation of 11 officials from five Chinese government agencies, including the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM), visited SEMA for a day of discussion on the specialty-equipment market in the United States. The delegation also visited two SEMA-member manufacturers, Hotchkis Performance and Injen Technology.

SEMA CEO and President Chris Kersting greets the Chinese government delegation who visited SEMA headquarters last week to meet with SEMA executives and better understand United States' laws regarding customization.

Injen Vice President of Sales and Marketing Ed Rossi demonstrates the company’s new performance air-intake system being tested in their Pomona, California-based facility.

Hotchkis Performance President and Founder John Hotchkis described to the visiting delegation how his roots in racing and experiences on the track has helped him to create a wide array of high-end suspension products for both track and street use.

 

A delegation of 11 officials from five Chinese government agencies, including the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM), visited SEMA for a day of discussion on the specialty-equipment market in the United States. The delegation also visited two SEMA-member manufacturers, Hotchkis Performance and Injen Technology.

SEMA CEO and President Chris Kersting greets the Chinese government delegation who visited SEMA headquarters last week to meet with SEMA executives and better understand United States' laws regarding customization.

Injen Vice President of Sales and Marketing Ed Rossi demonstrates the company’s new performance air-intake system being tested in their Pomona, California-based facility.

Hotchkis Performance President and Founder John Hotchkis described to the visiting delegation how his roots in racing and experiences on the track has helped him to create a wide array of high-end suspension products for both track and street use.

 

 

	Brazilian car builder Sigma and Fullpower magazine have teamed up to create a replica ’33 Chevy SEMA world car featuring SEMA-member products. The replica ’33 Chevy will be designed to be street driven as well as suited for the racetrack.

The influential Brazilian consumer magazine Fullpower is launching two vehicle projects and seeks partners for its builds. Products sought include (but are not limited to) wheels, tires, suspension, engine parts, instruments, upholstery, a steering wheel, a shift knob, pedal, lights, brakes, exhaust and air-intake systems.

 The two vehicles—a replica ’33 Chevy and a VW Gol—will be displayed at the 2011 SEMA Show, featured in Fullpower and will tour Brazil. This program is only open to SEMA Show exhibitors.

To participate in the program, send an e-mail to Eduardo Bernasconi (editorial director) at ebernasconi@editorab7.com.br.

The VW Gol has been the best-selling car in Brazil for the past 30 years. The Gol, which derives its name from the Portuguese and Spanish word for "goal" is sold throughout Latin America. Koyoma Imports and Fullpower are sponsoring this vehicle, which will be built by Fullpower.

 

 

	Brazilian car builder Sigma and Fullpower magazine have teamed up to create a replica ’33 Chevy SEMA world car featuring SEMA-member products. The replica ’33 Chevy will be designed to be street driven as well as suited for the racetrack.

The influential Brazilian consumer magazine Fullpower is launching two vehicle projects and seeks partners for its builds. Products sought include (but are not limited to) wheels, tires, suspension, engine parts, instruments, upholstery, a steering wheel, a shift knob, pedal, lights, brakes, exhaust and air-intake systems.

 The two vehicles—a replica ’33 Chevy and a VW Gol—will be displayed at the 2011 SEMA Show, featured in Fullpower and will tour Brazil. This program is only open to SEMA Show exhibitors.

To participate in the program, send an e-mail to Eduardo Bernasconi (editorial director) at ebernasconi@editorab7.com.br.

The VW Gol has been the best-selling car in Brazil for the past 30 years. The Gol, which derives its name from the Portuguese and Spanish word for "goal" is sold throughout Latin America. Koyoma Imports and Fullpower are sponsoring this vehicle, which will be built by Fullpower.

 

In a closely watched case, a German court has for the second time in two years sided with a consumer who sued for the right to install aftermarket carbon-fiber wheels on his motorcycle. The Southern German state of Baden-Württemberg denied the consumer an operating license due to the addition of Dymag aftermarket wheels—a product that was already popular throughout Europe, having been used without problems in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands for a number of years.

The courts cited newly enhanced European Union (EU) mutual-recognition regulations that limit the ability of the 27 EU countries from banning products already legally sold in one or more other EU countries. The only exception is in cases where local officials can prove a safety concern—a prerequisite for the denial of products cross-border. The court noted that the local government did not have a justification in denying an operating license to the consumer, noting, “The long-lasting, unproblematic and accident-free use in Great Britain and the Netherlands in public road traffic and at international motorcycle racing makes such proof unlikely.”

The European Tuning Organization (ETO)—a pan-European coalition of specialty-equipment associations of which SEMA is a member—has been a strong proponent of the enhanced European regulations.

“This court case is important; the wheels were clearly safe having been used in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands for many years,” said ETO President Renato Gallo. “Additional testing or the outright denial of specialty products will do nothing to improve safety but will deny German consumers access to safe, popular products enjoyed worldwide. The free flow of goods throughout Europe might indeed become a reality once local governments understand that they don’t have the right to impose technical barriers without a proven need for such limitations.”

For more information, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

In a closely watched case, a German court has for the second time in two years sided with a consumer who sued for the right to install aftermarket carbon-fiber wheels on his motorcycle. The Southern German state of Baden-Württemberg denied the consumer an operating license due to the addition of Dymag aftermarket wheels—a product that was already popular throughout Europe, having been used without problems in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands for a number of years.

The courts cited newly enhanced European Union (EU) mutual-recognition regulations that limit the ability of the 27 EU countries from banning products already legally sold in one or more other EU countries. The only exception is in cases where local officials can prove a safety concern—a prerequisite for the denial of products cross-border. The court noted that the local government did not have a justification in denying an operating license to the consumer, noting, “The long-lasting, unproblematic and accident-free use in Great Britain and the Netherlands in public road traffic and at international motorcycle racing makes such proof unlikely.”

The European Tuning Organization (ETO)—a pan-European coalition of specialty-equipment associations of which SEMA is a member—has been a strong proponent of the enhanced European regulations.

“This court case is important; the wheels were clearly safe having been used in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands for many years,” said ETO President Renato Gallo. “Additional testing or the outright denial of specialty products will do nothing to improve safety but will deny German consumers access to safe, popular products enjoyed worldwide. The free flow of goods throughout Europe might indeed become a reality once local governments understand that they don’t have the right to impose technical barriers without a proven need for such limitations.”

For more information, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

2011 SEMA Show buyer registration is up across all 12 Show sections. Don't miss this opportunity to meet with thousands of automotive specialty-equipment suppliers all in one place!

With still four months to go until Show time, buyer registration for the 2011 SEMA Show is up 54% over last year at this same time, virtually guaranteeing that exhibitor booths will draw constant foot traffic. In fact, buyer attendance is up in each of the 12 Show sections, which include: Business Services; Collision Repair & Refinish; Hot Rod Alley; Mobile Electronics & Technology; Powersports & Utility Vehicles; Racing & Performance; Restoration Marketplace; Restyling & Car Care Accessories; Tools & Equipment; Trucks, SUVs & Off-Road; Wheels & Accessories; and Global Tire Expo—Powered by TIA.

Attracting more than 50,000 buyers, thousands of new products, countless networking opportunities, dozens of educational sessions led by industry experts, a plethora of celebrity attendees and hundreds of feature vehicles displaying the latest automotive trends, the 2011 SEMA Show, which takes over the entire Las Vegas Convention Center November 1–4, is a can’t-miss opportunity for both automotive specialty-equipment buyers and exhibitors alike. So far, net square footage is up 9% over last year at 879,075 sq. ft. Also, the number of exhibitors this year is exceeding the number from last year at this time by 11%, with the Hot Rod Alley, Restoration Marketplace and Business Services sections nearly sold out.

“Enthusiasm seems to be on an upward trend, with interest in the SEMA Show among the highest we’ve seen in recent years,” said SEMA President and CEO Chris Kersting. “Buyers, in particular, are committing to the 2011 Show like never before. The early registration numbers indicate that buyers are eager to meet with exhibitors and see what’s new in the industry. They’ll be showing up at the SEMA Show in November prepared and ready to do business.”

If you are a buyer, don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to meet with thousands of automotive specialty-parts suppliers all in one location. Visit www.SEMAShow.com and register today!

Click here to view a complete exhibitor list and floor plan.

2011 SEMA Show buyer registration is up across all 12 Show sections. Don't miss this opportunity to meet with thousands of automotive specialty-equipment suppliers all in one place!

With still four months to go until Show time, buyer registration for the 2011 SEMA Show is up 54% over last year at this same time, virtually guaranteeing that exhibitor booths will draw constant foot traffic. In fact, buyer attendance is up in each of the 12 Show sections, which include: Business Services; Collision Repair & Refinish; Hot Rod Alley; Mobile Electronics & Technology; Powersports & Utility Vehicles; Racing & Performance; Restoration Marketplace; Restyling & Car Care Accessories; Tools & Equipment; Trucks, SUVs & Off-Road; Wheels & Accessories; and Global Tire Expo—Powered by TIA.

Attracting more than 50,000 buyers, thousands of new products, countless networking opportunities, dozens of educational sessions led by industry experts, a plethora of celebrity attendees and hundreds of feature vehicles displaying the latest automotive trends, the 2011 SEMA Show, which takes over the entire Las Vegas Convention Center November 1–4, is a can’t-miss opportunity for both automotive specialty-equipment buyers and exhibitors alike. So far, net square footage is up 9% over last year at 879,075 sq. ft. Also, the number of exhibitors this year is exceeding the number from last year at this time by 11%, with the Hot Rod Alley, Restoration Marketplace and Business Services sections nearly sold out.

“Enthusiasm seems to be on an upward trend, with interest in the SEMA Show among the highest we’ve seen in recent years,” said SEMA President and CEO Chris Kersting. “Buyers, in particular, are committing to the 2011 Show like never before. The early registration numbers indicate that buyers are eager to meet with exhibitors and see what’s new in the industry. They’ll be showing up at the SEMA Show in November prepared and ready to do business.”

If you are a buyer, don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to meet with thousands of automotive specialty-parts suppliers all in one location. Visit www.SEMAShow.com and register today!

Click here to view a complete exhibitor list and floor plan.