Wed, 10/27/2010 - 16:07
Three experienced SEMA member exporters—SEMA Chairman-Elect and Competition Performance Group COO Scooter Brothers, K&N International Business Manager Kevin Floody and Exports International CEO Wade Kawasaki—will lend their considerable hands-on experience in selling U.S. products to international customers at a Monday, November 1, seminar at 3:00 p.m. in room N252.

Entitled "Global Growth: Successful Aftermarket Companies Show the Way to International Success," the interactive session will incorporate participant participation with the audience voting on key questions with an  instant tallying of results. See what other SEMA members think are the up and coming international markets for specialty products. Whether they believe SEMA members should sign exclusive agreements.  Whether IPR concerns are an important factor as they identify additional target overseas markets. There is no charge for this one-hour session, and no RSVP is necessary. 
Wed, 10/27/2010 - 16:07
Three experienced SEMA member exporters—SEMA Chairman-Elect and Competition Performance Group COO Scooter Brothers, K&N International Business Manager Kevin Floody and Exports International CEO Wade Kawasaki—will lend their considerable hands-on experience in selling U.S. products to international customers at a Monday, November 1, seminar at 3:00 p.m. in room N252.

Entitled "Global Growth: Successful Aftermarket Companies Show the Way to International Success," the interactive session will incorporate participant participation with the audience voting on key questions with an  instant tallying of results. See what other SEMA members think are the up and coming international markets for specialty products. Whether they believe SEMA members should sign exclusive agreements.  Whether IPR concerns are an important factor as they identify additional target overseas markets. There is no charge for this one-hour session, and no RSVP is necessary. 
Wed, 10/27/2010 - 15:40

Honda will host a Measuring Session for the 2011 Honda Odyssey on November 23.

All SEMA Manufacturer Members

  • 2011 Honda Odyssey minivan
  • Newly re-designed
  • 3.5L i-VTEC V-6, 248HP, 6AT
  • 7 & 8-passenger configuration
  • Cameras will be allowed

RSVP now. Deadline is Friday, November 19. Limit two persons per company

For questions, contact Bill Wolf, Kelly Clancy or call 909-978-6735.

Wed, 10/27/2010 - 15:40

Honda will host a Measuring Session for the 2011 Honda Odyssey on November 23.

All SEMA Manufacturer Members

  • 2011 Honda Odyssey minivan
  • Newly re-designed
  • 3.5L i-VTEC V-6, 248HP, 6AT
  • 7 & 8-passenger configuration
  • Cameras will be allowed

RSVP now. Deadline is Friday, November 19. Limit two persons per company

For questions, contact Bill Wolf, Kelly Clancy or call 909-978-6735.

Wed, 10/27/2010 - 15:13
Several exhibitors are offering product-training sessions at the 2010 SEMA Show. For the complete list, click here.
Wed, 10/27/2010 - 15:13
Several exhibitors are offering product-training sessions at the 2010 SEMA Show. For the complete list, click here.
Wed, 10/27/2010 - 14:24
The 2010 SEMA Show will attract numerous industry personalities and celebrities from all facets of the automotive industry. To see if your favorite personality is making the trip to Vegas for the Show, use the Celebrity Appearance List. More information on the 2010 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

Wed, 10/27/2010 - 14:24
The 2010 SEMA Show will attract numerous industry personalities and celebrities from all facets of the automotive industry. To see if your favorite personality is making the trip to Vegas for the Show, use the Celebrity Appearance List. More information on the 2010 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

Wed, 10/27/2010 - 14:02

Are you hunting for a new job? The “Positions Available” section in the SEMA Member Classifieds lists more than 50 job openings around the country. Highlighted this week are some of the latest postings added to the classifieds:

  • Sales Account Manager: Vehicle Performance Systems Inc., a division of Pilot Automotive, City of Industry, California, is seeking a sales account manager for its OEM business located in Peachtree City, Georgia, to sell products to automotive OEMs (accessory and production programs), power sport, marine, recreational vehicle, bus, and agriculture/construction markets on a nationwide basis.
  • Sales at American Eagle: American Eagle Wheel is looking for a sales manager for its Lansing, Michigan, distribution center. American Eagle is also seeking an inside sales person for its San Jose, California, distribution center.
  • Branch Manager: A company in Indiana is looking for a branch manager that has proven ability to achieve sales and profitability plans. Candidate must take ownership of sales performance and develop and execute the sales strategy for the branch. Must be willing to relocate.

 

Follow this link for a full list of available positions.

Wed, 10/27/2010 - 13:37

Mark Hinkley Joins JKS as Inside Sales Manager
JKS Manufacturing hired Mark Hinkley as its inside sales manager to boost the company's inside sales and support capabilities. Hinkley will work closely with JKS dealers and distributors to make sure they have the tools and resources needed to support their customers. Before joining the JKS team, Hinkley was employed by Tenneco Inc. as a regional sales manager. Hinkley originally designed and manufactured ACOS adjustable coil spacers and SuperNerf protective rocker guards under the ORGS label.

Goodguys Releases 2011 Events Schedule
The Goodguys Rod & Custom Association released its schedule of events for 2011. The event lineup features eighteen national events for rods, customs, classics and musclecars through 1972 vintage as well as three “Get-Together's” in Northern California which welcome all years, American-made or powered specialty vehicles. Notable date changes include the 5th PEAK Chicagoland Nationals which will move from its traditional September date to August 12–14 at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet. The 10th Great Northwestern Nationals in Spokane, Washington, was moved back one week and will be held August 19–21 at the Spokane Co. Fair & Expo Center. For more information, visit www.www.good-guys.com.

Fisher Auto Parts to Acquire Pat Young Service Co.
Fisher Auto Parts, founding member of Federated Auto Parts Distributors, is to acquire Pat Young Service Company on November 1, 2010. Pat Young Service Company is an 85-year-old entity providing service to northern Ohio, western Pennsylvania and southern Michigan. They joined the Federated program group in 1985.

Here are the companies offering specials at the 2010 SEMA Show:
  TRIMAX Show Special
  TRIMAX is offering a 5% discount on orders made at the Show.

TRIMAX Corp.

TRIMAX Corp., a division of Wyers Products Group, produces more than 120 lifetime-warranted security products spanning markets such as trailer and towing, powersports, marine, RV and bicycles.

TRIMAX is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, and has been in business for more than 20 years.

For the 2010 SEMA Show, TRIMAX is offering a 5% discount on orders made at the Show. Visit booth #35088.

For more information on the 2010 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

Flitz International

Flitz Flyer
 
Flitz International is offering special pricing on its Commercial Truck, Auto Starter and Auto Premium packages.
 

Flitz International is offering several specials at the 2010 SEMA Show.

Special pricing is available on its Commercial Truck, Auto Starter and Auto Premium packages.

Flitz International Ltd., Waterford, Wisconsin; 262/534-5898.

C.A. Technologies

C.A. Technologies (booth #11372) is offering the following specials at the 2010 SEMA Show:

1) C.A.Technologies CP-JSLP-A-PPS Gravity Spray Gun Outfits: 30% off manufacturer's list price

2) C.A.Technologies CPR-G-A-PPS Gravity Pressure Reduced Spray Gun Outfits: 30% off manufacturer's list price

3) C.A.Technologies CPR-G-A Gravity Pressure Reduced Spray Gun Outfits: 35% off manufacturer's list price

STRATTEC Security Corp.

STRATTEC Security Corp. is offering a FREE Display and FREE Shipping with orders of 24 or more of the new BOLT Series Locks—the locks that work with your Ford, GM, Chrysler or Jeep key. See the display in the SEMA Show New Products Showcase and visit booth #31169.