The Media Center serves as a "home base" of sorts for editors and reporters and is open at least two days prior to the Show's official opening.

Media registration for the 2011 SEMA Show is on the rise and outpacing numbers for the event's past several years. The Show annually attracts more than 2,500 members of the working press, domestic and international, looking to highlight the specialty-equipment market's latest innovations. Currently, there are nearly 800 members of the media who have been qualified and registered for the Show, which is a significant increase compared to the same time period last year.

Not only do members of the media scour the Show floor seeking the new products, unique vehicle builds, latest business tools and advanced hardware for the shop, but also there are several programs in place that help exhibitors reach out to media even when conducting business in their booths. In addition to attracting well-known automotive-related magazines and publications, the Show annually grabs the attention of major media outlets and newspapers, such as USA Today, The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.

While at the Show, exhibitors are encouraged to take advantage of the available Media Center by supplying press kits and releases so media representatives will be able to obtain a copy easily and efficiently. The Media Center serves as a "home base" of sorts for editors and reporters and is open at least two days prior to the Show's official opening, providing exhibitors the opportunity to circulate product and company news prior to and during booth setup.

Here are some examples of the media attention the Show obtains as provided in SEMA News.

• SEMA Show in Print
• Publications Help Auto Dealers Succeed
• News for the Tire Industry
• News About the Expanded Paint, Body & Equipment Section

Members of the media who have not yet secured credentials for the Show, and exhibitors that need to buy a booth, can get the process started now by using the newly overhauled SEMA Show website, www.SEMAShow.com. Exhibitors: Here is a list (PDF) of promotional opportunities that will help get media and buyers thinking about your company before, during and after the SEMA Show.

	The Media Center serves as a "home base" of sorts for editors and reporters and is open at least two days prior to the Show's official opening.

Media registration for the 2011 SEMA Show is on the rise and outpacing numbers for the event's past several years. The Show annually attracts more than 2,500 members of the working press, domestic and international, looking to highlight the specialty-equipment market's latest innovations. Currently, there are nearly 800 members of the media who have been qualified and registered for the Show, which is a significant increase compared to the same time period last year.

Not only do members of the media scour the Show floor seeking the new products, unique vehicle builds, latest business tools and advanced hardware for the shop, but also there are several programs in place that help exhibitors reach out to media even when conducting business in their booths. In addition to attracting well-known automotive-related magazines and publications, the Show annually grabs the attention of major media outlets and newspapers, such as USA Today, The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.

While at the Show, exhibitors are encouraged to take advantage of the available Media Center by supplying press kits and releases so media representatives will be able to obtain a copy easily and efficiently. The Media Center serves as a "home base" of sorts for editors and reporters and is open at least two days prior to the Show's official opening, providing exhibitors the opportunity to circulate product and company news prior to and during booth setup.

Here are some examples of the media attention the Show obtains as provided in SEMA News.

• SEMA Show in Print
• Publications Help Auto Dealers Succeed
• News for the Tire Industry
• News About the Expanded Paint, Body & Equipment Section

Members of the media who have not yet secured credentials for the Show, and exhibitors that need to buy a booth, can get the process started now by using the newly overhauled SEMA Show website, www.SEMAShow.com. Exhibitors: Here is a list (PDF) of promotional opportunities that will help get media and buyers thinking about your company before, during and after the SEMA Show.

With a donation of only $95, you can personally sponsor one of the children's pinewood vehicles.

Recently children living in Childhelp facilities in Beaumont, California, and in Lake of the Woods, Virginia, participated in the annual SEMA Build. These special pinewood mechanics represent a touching narrative of young enthusiasts who have suffered neglect and abuse, attempting now to recover and rehabilitate their lives under the care of the incredible staff at Childhelp chapters throughout the United States.

The recent SEMA Builds allowed the children to put their own personal touch and style on dozens of pinewood vehicles. The miniature wooden vehicles, each displaying an assortment of colors and depicting a variety of themes, are now available for sponsorship. With a donation of only $95 you can personally sponsor one of the childrens' vehicles and help contribute to two very worthy charities—Childhelp and Victory Junction.

Your generous gift will qualify a pinewood vehicle to compete at the Pinewood Drag Races on Friday, July 29, 2011, beginning at 12:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Hotel in Long Beach, California. Held in conjunction with the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, the finals will occur during the cocktail reception shortly before the banquet begins.

eBay Motors has returned for its third consecutive year as the presenting sponsor of the Pinewood Drag Races. Please join eBay motors with a contribution in support of the SEMA Cares children's charities. Mike Spagnola, SEMA Board member and long-time supporter of the SEMA Cares committee explains just how successful the Pinewood Drag Races can be when members of the specialty-equipment industry step-up and sponsor a pinewood vehicle.

"The idea of this event is to build cars along with the kids, and then those cars are auctioned at $95 each," said Spagnola. "Last year we raised over $23,000, just racing these cars."

For more information about the Pinewood Drag Races, visit the Pinewood home page and make your donation today.

With a donation of only $95, you can personally sponsor one of the children's pinewood vehicles.

Recently children living in Childhelp facilities in Beaumont, California, and in Lake of the Woods, Virginia, participated in the annual SEMA Build. These special pinewood mechanics represent a touching narrative of young enthusiasts who have suffered neglect and abuse, attempting now to recover and rehabilitate their lives under the care of the incredible staff at Childhelp chapters throughout the United States.

The recent SEMA Builds allowed the children to put their own personal touch and style on dozens of pinewood vehicles. The miniature wooden vehicles, each displaying an assortment of colors and depicting a variety of themes, are now available for sponsorship. With a donation of only $95 you can personally sponsor one of the childrens' vehicles and help contribute to two very worthy charities—Childhelp and Victory Junction.

Your generous gift will qualify a pinewood vehicle to compete at the Pinewood Drag Races on Friday, July 29, 2011, beginning at 12:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Hotel in Long Beach, California. Held in conjunction with the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, the finals will occur during the cocktail reception shortly before the banquet begins.

eBay Motors has returned for its third consecutive year as the presenting sponsor of the Pinewood Drag Races. Please join eBay motors with a contribution in support of the SEMA Cares children's charities. Mike Spagnola, SEMA Board member and long-time supporter of the SEMA Cares committee explains just how successful the Pinewood Drag Races can be when members of the specialty-equipment industry step-up and sponsor a pinewood vehicle.

"The idea of this event is to build cars along with the kids, and then those cars are auctioned at $95 each," said Spagnola. "Last year we raised over $23,000, just racing these cars."

For more information about the Pinewood Drag Races, visit the Pinewood home page and make your donation today.

With a donation of only $95, you can personally sponsor one of the children's pinewood vehicles.

Recently children living in Childhelp facilities in Beaumont, California, and in Lake of the Woods, Virginia, participated in the annual SEMA Build. These special pinewood mechanics represent a touching narrative of young enthusiasts who have suffered neglect and abuse, attempting now to recover and rehabilitate their lives under the care of the incredible staff at Childhelp chapters throughout the United States.

The recent SEMA Builds allowed the children to put their own personal touch and style on dozens of pinewood vehicles. The miniature wooden vehicles, each displaying an assortment of colors and depicting a variety of themes, are now available for sponsorship. With a donation of only $95 you can personally sponsor one of the childrens' vehicles and help contribute to two very worthy charities—Childhelp and Victory Junction.

Your generous gift will qualify a pinewood vehicle to compete at the Pinewood Drag Races on Friday, July 29, 2011, beginning at 12:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Hotel in Long Beach, California. Held in conjunction with the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, the finals will occur during the cocktail reception shortly before the banquet begins.

eBay Motors has returned for its third consecutive year as the presenting sponsor of the Pinewood Drag Races. Please join eBay motors with a contribution in support of the SEMA Cares children's charities. Mike Spagnola, SEMA Board member and long-time supporter of the SEMA Cares committee explains just how successful the Pinewood Drag Races can be when members of the specialty-equipment industry step-up and sponsor a pinewood vehicle.

"The idea of this event is to build cars along with the kids, and then those cars are auctioned at $95 each," said Spagnola. "Last year we raised over $23,000, just racing these cars."

For more information about the Pinewood Drag Races, visit the Pinewood home page and make your donation today.

 

Mark Scheetz

New-product innovation is essential to the survival and competitiveness of your company. In a rapidly changing marketplace, getting new products to market quickly is crucial. Is your company using the latest tools and technology to keep R&D efficient and cost effective?

Join Mark Scheetz, GoEngineer, on Thursday, June 23, at 10:00 a.m (PDT), for a new SEMA Education Institute (SEI) webinar as he discusses 3-D CAD software applications for the automotive aftermarket. With more than 25 years of experience in all phases of design, development and implementation of computer applications, Scheetz will bring a wealth of knowledge to share with attendees. He will cover the following:

• Introduction of 3-D CAD design
• Using OEM-provided CAD files for efficiency and accuracy (with SEMA's OEM Technology Transfer Program)
• Referencing imported data for new designs
• Testing new designs before making prototypes and parts
• Reuse of 3-D data for tooling and manufacturing

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how a design concept can go from sketch to production using the latest in 3-D CAD software. Join Scheetz on Thursday, June 23, at 10:00 a.m. (PDT).

Participate live or download the webinar when it’s convenient. And remember, SEI webinars are free to SEMA members and only $29 for non-members.

Members: click here for more information and to register.

Non-members: click here for more information and to register.

 

Mark Scheetz

New-product innovation is essential to the survival and competitiveness of your company. In a rapidly changing marketplace, getting new products to market quickly is crucial. Is your company using the latest tools and technology to keep R&D efficient and cost effective?

Join Mark Scheetz, GoEngineer, on Thursday, June 23, at 10:00 a.m (PDT), for a new SEMA Education Institute (SEI) webinar as he discusses 3-D CAD software applications for the automotive aftermarket. With more than 25 years of experience in all phases of design, development and implementation of computer applications, Scheetz will bring a wealth of knowledge to share with attendees. He will cover the following:

• Introduction of 3-D CAD design
• Using OEM-provided CAD files for efficiency and accuracy (with SEMA's OEM Technology Transfer Program)
• Referencing imported data for new designs
• Testing new designs before making prototypes and parts
• Reuse of 3-D data for tooling and manufacturing

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how a design concept can go from sketch to production using the latest in 3-D CAD software. Join Scheetz on Thursday, June 23, at 10:00 a.m. (PDT).

Participate live or download the webinar when it’s convenient. And remember, SEI webinars are free to SEMA members and only $29 for non-members.

Members: click here for more information and to register.

Non-members: click here for more information and to register.

The vehicle photo gallery located at www.enjoythedrive.com features more than 2,000 vehicles on display at the 2010 SEMA Show. Here is a collection of the iconic Chevrolet Camaro, old and new, with the custom touches only the specialty-equipment market can provide.

The SEMA Show features thousands of project vehicles each year that represent the ingenuity and creativity of the specialty-equipment market. SEMA Show exhibitors can generate more product exposure by offering products to builders through the SEMA Show Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list is a simple way to connect exhibitors who want to get more eyes on their products at the Show with builders designing the vehicles that attract attention from thousands of buyers and members of the media.

Each week in SEMA eNews, the latest additions will be included in the list, and hundreds of builders will access the list to find the pieces they need to complete their builds. Product-placement opportunities such as this are so beneficial that exhibitors often offer products for free or at a greatly reduced rate. Note: The list is reserved for exhibitors of the 2011 SEMA Show.

To place your product on the list, send your company name, a brief product description, contact information and a website where the products can be viewed to eNews@sema.org and put “Product List” in the e-mail subject line. To complete the process online, visit www.SEMAShow.com/esm and click on the "Project Vehicle Builders" link to access the electronic form.

Remember, builders will contact you directly, so make sure your contact information is accurate. New submissions will be included each week, when available.

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

Here are the latest additions to the list:

Engine/Underhood Components

ProCharger (Booth #21354): Superchargers and intercooled supercharger systems. Contact: Cary Pangrac; 913/338-2886; 913-338-2879 (fax). Website: www.procharger.com.

ODYSSEY Battery by EnerSys (Booth #24943): ODYSSEY batteries and Ultimizer chargers. Contact: April Tomalis; 800/538-3627, ext. 1729; 610/372-8613 (fax). Website: www.odysseybattery.com.

Exterior Products/Accessories

Blue Ox (Booth #36083): Blue Ox Allure Towbar, Blue Ox SwayPro weight distribution hitch, Blue Ox gooseneck hitch. Contact: Destiny Thomas; 402/385-3051; 402/385-3360. Website: www.blueox.com.

EGR Inc. (Booth #30065): Full line of exterior plastic accessories, including (but not limited to) no-drill fender flares, no-drill hood protectors, side-window visors and side steps. Contact: Robert Wityczak; 909/923-7075. Website: www.egrusa.com.

Hi-Lift Jack Company (Booth #32005): Hi-Lift Jacks and accessories, Slide-N-Lock tie-down systems. Contact: Steve Dowden; 812/384-4441, ext. 16; 812/384-4592. Website: www.hi-lift.com.

Lazer Star Light Products (Booth #37075): HID and LED driving and off-road lights. Contact: Suzi; 805/226-8200; 805/226-8150 (fax). Website: www.lazerstar.net.

ORACLE Lighting Technologies (Booth #11443): ORACLE SMD headlight halo kits (all colors available). Contact: Jonathan or Justin; 800/407-5776; 800/407-2631. Website: www.ORACLElights.com.

Retro USA (Booth #13061): Retro-styled bumpers, trim and moldings for 2005–2009 Mustangs, 2010–2011 Camaros and 2008–2011 Challengers. Available in chrome, black chrome and carbon fiber finishes. Contact: Gary Green; 952/641-2334; 952/435-9891. Website: www.retrousa.net.

Rhino Linings Corp. (Booth #31055): Spray-in bedliner. Contact: Jenny Clifford; 858/410-6020; 858/450-5078 (fax).

T-Rex Grilles (Booth #35111): Multiple grille designs for most cars, trucks and SUVs, as well as numerous trim accessories. Grille styles include: traditional billet, stainless steel mesh X-Metal studded mesh grilles. All grilles and accessories are available in a polished or black finish and are in stock and ready to ship. Contact: Victor Casillas; 951/270-5388; 951/270-5391 (fax). Website: www.trexbillet.com.

Warrior Products (Booth #34091): Jeep exterior accessories, including tube doors, roof racks, fender flares, body armor, etc. Contact: Jason Roy. Website: www.warriorproducts.com.

Interior Products/Accessories

CargoGlide (Booth #31153): Cargo slides for trucks, vans and SUVs. CargoGlide offers several models to suit individual and company needs from 600 lb. to 2,500 lb. capacities. Easy to install. Contact: David McInturf; 239/340-9605.

LeBaron Bonney Co./EZ Boy Interiors (Booth #23083): Reproduction and custom interior kits, including seat and panel upholstery. Contact: Scott Holbrook. Website: www.lebaronbonney.com; www.ezboyinteriors.com.

QuietRIDE Solutions (Booth #24386): AcoustiShield thermal acoustic auto insulation. Contact: Timothy Cox; 209/942-4777; 209/942-4476 (fax). Website: www.quietride.com.

Suspension/Brakes

BDS Suspension (Booth #30170): American-made suspension lifts and shocks for trucks, SUVs and Jeeps. Contact: Carter Reed; 517/279-2384, ext. 250; 517/278-2316. Website: www.bds-suspension.com.

Hellwig Products (Booth #22521): Load and sway suspension for trucks, SUVs and vintage and modern musclecars. Contact: Melanie White; 559/734-7451. Website: www.hellwigproducts.com.

Wheels & Tires

Vossen Wheels (Booth #47099): Wheels. Contact: Jav; 305/463-7778; 305/256-1007 (fax). Website: www.vossenwheels.com.

Other Products/Services

QuietRIDE Solutions (Booth #24386): Firewall insulators and truck headliners. Contact: Timothy Cox; 209/942-4777; 209/942-4476 (fax). Website: www.quietride.com.

The SEMA Show features thousands of project vehicles each year that represent the ingenuity and creativity of the specialty-equipment market. SEMA Show exhibitors can generate more product exposure by offering products to builders through the SEMA Show Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list is a simple way to connect exhibitors who want to get more eyes on their products at the Show with builders designing the vehicles that attract attention from thousands of buyers and members of the media.

Each week in SEMA eNews, the latest additions will be included in the list, and hundreds of builders will access the list to find the pieces they need to complete their builds. Product-placement opportunities such as this are so beneficial that exhibitors often offer products for free or at a greatly reduced rate. Note: The list is reserved for exhibitors of the 2011 SEMA Show.

To place your product on the list, send your company name, a brief product description, contact information and a website where the products can be viewed to eNews@sema.org and put “Product List” in the e-mail subject line. To complete the process online, visit www.SEMAShow.com/esm and click on the "Project Vehicle Builders" link to access the electronic form.

Remember, builders will contact you directly, so make sure your contact information is accurate. New submissions will be included each week, when available.

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

Here are the latest additions to the list:

Engine/Underhood Components

ProCharger (Booth #21354): Superchargers and intercooled supercharger systems. Contact: Cary Pangrac; 913/338-2886; 913-338-2879 (fax). Website: www.procharger.com.

ODYSSEY Battery by EnerSys (Booth #24943): ODYSSEY batteries and Ultimizer chargers. Contact: April Tomalis; 800/538-3627, ext. 1729; 610/372-8613 (fax). Website: www.odysseybattery.com.

Exterior Products/Accessories

Blue Ox (Booth #36083): Blue Ox Allure Towbar, Blue Ox SwayPro weight distribution hitch, Blue Ox gooseneck hitch. Contact: Destiny Thomas; 402/385-3051; 402/385-3360. Website: www.blueox.com.

EGR Inc. (Booth #30065): Full line of exterior plastic accessories, including (but not limited to) no-drill fender flares, no-drill hood protectors, side-window visors and side steps. Contact: Robert Wityczak; 909/923-7075. Website: www.egrusa.com.

Hi-Lift Jack Company (Booth #32005): Hi-Lift Jacks and accessories, Slide-N-Lock tie-down systems. Contact: Steve Dowden; 812/384-4441, ext. 16; 812/384-4592. Website: www.hi-lift.com.

Lazer Star Light Products (Booth #37075): HID and LED driving and off-road lights. Contact: Suzi; 805/226-8200; 805/226-8150 (fax). Website: www.lazerstar.net.

ORACLE Lighting Technologies (Booth #11443): ORACLE SMD headlight halo kits (all colors available). Contact: Jonathan or Justin; 800/407-5776; 800/407-2631. Website: www.ORACLElights.com.

Retro USA (Booth #13061): Retro-styled bumpers, trim and moldings for 2005–2009 Mustangs, 2010–2011 Camaros and 2008–2011 Challengers. Available in chrome, black chrome and carbon fiber finishes. Contact: Gary Green; 952/641-2334; 952/435-9891. Website: www.retrousa.net.

Rhino Linings Corp. (Booth #31055): Spray-in bedliner. Contact: Jenny Clifford; 858/410-6020; 858/450-5078 (fax).

T-Rex Grilles (Booth #35111): Multiple grille designs for most cars, trucks and SUVs, as well as numerous trim accessories. Grille styles include: traditional billet, stainless steel mesh X-Metal studded mesh grilles. All grilles and accessories are available in a polished or black finish and are in stock and ready to ship. Contact: Victor Casillas; 951/270-5388; 951/270-5391 (fax). Website: www.trexbillet.com.

Warrior Products (Booth #34091): Jeep exterior accessories, including tube doors, roof racks, fender flares, body armor, etc. Contact: Jason Roy. Website: www.warriorproducts.com.

Interior Products/Accessories

CargoGlide (Booth #31153): Cargo slides for trucks, vans and SUVs. CargoGlide offers several models to suit individual and company needs from 600 lb. to 2,500 lb. capacities. Easy to install. Contact: David McInturf; 239/340-9605.

LeBaron Bonney Co./EZ Boy Interiors (Booth #23083): Reproduction and custom interior kits, including seat and panel upholstery. Contact: Scott Holbrook. Website: www.lebaronbonney.com; www.ezboyinteriors.com.

QuietRIDE Solutions (Booth #24386): AcoustiShield thermal acoustic auto insulation. Contact: Timothy Cox; 209/942-4777; 209/942-4476 (fax). Website: www.quietride.com.

Suspension/Brakes

BDS Suspension (Booth #30170): American-made suspension lifts and shocks for trucks, SUVs and Jeeps. Contact: Carter Reed; 517/279-2384, ext. 250; 517/278-2316. Website: www.bds-suspension.com.

Hellwig Products (Booth #22521): Load and sway suspension for trucks, SUVs and vintage and modern musclecars. Contact: Melanie White; 559/734-7451. Website: www.hellwigproducts.com.

Wheels & Tires

Vossen Wheels (Booth #47099): Wheels. Contact: Jav; 305/463-7778; 305/256-1007 (fax). Website: www.vossenwheels.com.

Other Products/Services

QuietRIDE Solutions (Booth #24386): Firewall insulators and truck headliners. Contact: Timothy Cox; 209/942-4777; 209/942-4476 (fax). Website: www.quietride.com.