SECOND CLASS: David Pearson, Lee Petty, Bobby Allison, Ned Jarrett and Bud Moore have been selected as the second class to enter the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, North Carolina.

DIRT TRACK KING: Earl Pearson, Jr. pocketed $50,000 for winning the 30th Dirt Track World Championship dirt-late-model event at West Virginia Motor Speedway in Mineral Wells, West Virginia, Saturday night.

NEW FUEL: NASCAR’s three national touring series will use a 15%-ethanol-blend fuel beginning at Daytona International Speedway in February.

WELCOME TO RUSSIA: The Formula One World Championship will make its first trip to Russia in 2014. Officials and Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone have agreed to a seven-year contract.

CROWING MOMENT: Jerry Coons Jr. won the USAC Silver Crown Series season finale, the Rollie Beale 150 Saturday at Toledo (Ohio) Speedway, but it was Levi Jones who edged Bud Kaeding by two points to win the USAC Silver Crown Series title.

PROMOTED: Herb Branham, who joined NASCAR in 2001, has been named Gram Am Road Racing Series’ managing director of communications. He was formerly NASCAR’s director of Written Communications.

RETURNING: The Grand Am Rolex Series will return to Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, and Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California, during the 2011 season.

STRAIGHT SHOT: Chase Elliott, the 14-year-old son of former NASCAR champion Bill Elliott, won the 39th running of the Winchester 400 late-model race at Winchester (Indiana) Speedway Saturday afternoon.

DIED: Jeff Byrd, Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway president and general manager, died Sunday following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 60.

SUBSCRIBE: National Speed Sport News has been published weekly since 1934. To subscribe to National Speed Sport News, visit www.nationalspeedsportnews.com.

SECOND CLASS: David Pearson, Lee Petty, Bobby Allison, Ned Jarrett and Bud Moore have been selected as the second class to enter the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, North Carolina.

DIRT TRACK KING: Earl Pearson, Jr. pocketed $50,000 for winning the 30th Dirt Track World Championship dirt-late-model event at West Virginia Motor Speedway in Mineral Wells, West Virginia, Saturday night.

NEW FUEL: NASCAR’s three national touring series will use a 15%-ethanol-blend fuel beginning at Daytona International Speedway in February.

WELCOME TO RUSSIA: The Formula One World Championship will make its first trip to Russia in 2014. Officials and Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone have agreed to a seven-year contract.

CROWING MOMENT: Jerry Coons Jr. won the USAC Silver Crown Series season finale, the Rollie Beale 150 Saturday at Toledo (Ohio) Speedway, but it was Levi Jones who edged Bud Kaeding by two points to win the USAC Silver Crown Series title.

PROMOTED: Herb Branham, who joined NASCAR in 2001, has been named Gram Am Road Racing Series’ managing director of communications. He was formerly NASCAR’s director of Written Communications.

RETURNING: The Grand Am Rolex Series will return to Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, and Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California, during the 2011 season.

STRAIGHT SHOT: Chase Elliott, the 14-year-old son of former NASCAR champion Bill Elliott, won the 39th running of the Winchester 400 late-model race at Winchester (Indiana) Speedway Saturday afternoon.

DIED: Jeff Byrd, Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway president and general manager, died Sunday following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 60.

SUBSCRIBE: National Speed Sport News has been published weekly since 1934. To subscribe to National Speed Sport News, visit www.nationalspeedsportnews.com.

SECOND CLASS: David Pearson, Lee Petty, Bobby Allison, Ned Jarrett and Bud Moore have been selected as the second class to enter the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, North Carolina.

DIRT TRACK KING: Earl Pearson, Jr. pocketed $50,000 for winning the 30th Dirt Track World Championship dirt-late-model event at West Virginia Motor Speedway in Mineral Wells, West Virginia, Saturday night.

NEW FUEL: NASCAR’s three national touring series will use a 15%-ethanol-blend fuel beginning at Daytona International Speedway in February.

WELCOME TO RUSSIA: The Formula One World Championship will make its first trip to Russia in 2014. Officials and Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone have agreed to a seven-year contract.

CROWING MOMENT: Jerry Coons Jr. won the USAC Silver Crown Series season finale, the Rollie Beale 150 Saturday at Toledo (Ohio) Speedway, but it was Levi Jones who edged Bud Kaeding by two points to win the USAC Silver Crown Series title.

PROMOTED: Herb Branham, who joined NASCAR in 2001, has been named Gram Am Road Racing Series’ managing director of communications. He was formerly NASCAR’s director of Written Communications.

RETURNING: The Grand Am Rolex Series will return to Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, and Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California, during the 2011 season.

STRAIGHT SHOT: Chase Elliott, the 14-year-old son of former NASCAR champion Bill Elliott, won the 39th running of the Winchester 400 late-model race at Winchester (Indiana) Speedway Saturday afternoon.

DIED: Jeff Byrd, Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway president and general manager, died Sunday following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 60.

SUBSCRIBE: National Speed Sport News has been published weekly since 1934. To subscribe to National Speed Sport News, visit www.nationalspeedsportnews.com.

SECOND CLASS: David Pearson, Lee Petty, Bobby Allison, Ned Jarrett and Bud Moore have been selected as the second class to enter the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, North Carolina.

DIRT TRACK KING: Earl Pearson, Jr. pocketed $50,000 for winning the 30th Dirt Track World Championship dirt-late-model event at West Virginia Motor Speedway in Mineral Wells, West Virginia, Saturday night.

NEW FUEL: NASCAR’s three national touring series will use a 15%-ethanol-blend fuel beginning at Daytona International Speedway in February.

WELCOME TO RUSSIA: The Formula One World Championship will make its first trip to Russia in 2014. Officials and Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone have agreed to a seven-year contract.

CROWING MOMENT: Jerry Coons Jr. won the USAC Silver Crown Series season finale, the Rollie Beale 150 Saturday at Toledo (Ohio) Speedway, but it was Levi Jones who edged Bud Kaeding by two points to win the USAC Silver Crown Series title.

PROMOTED: Herb Branham, who joined NASCAR in 2001, has been named Gram Am Road Racing Series’ managing director of communications. He was formerly NASCAR’s director of Written Communications.

RETURNING: The Grand Am Rolex Series will return to Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, and Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California, during the 2011 season.

STRAIGHT SHOT: Chase Elliott, the 14-year-old son of former NASCAR champion Bill Elliott, won the 39th running of the Winchester 400 late-model race at Winchester (Indiana) Speedway Saturday afternoon.

DIED: Jeff Byrd, Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway president and general manager, died Sunday following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 60.

SUBSCRIBE: National Speed Sport News has been published weekly since 1934. To subscribe to National Speed Sport News, visit www.nationalspeedsportnews.com.

SECOND CLASS: David Pearson, Lee Petty, Bobby Allison, Ned Jarrett and Bud Moore have been selected as the second class to enter the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, North Carolina.

DIRT TRACK KING: Earl Pearson, Jr. pocketed $50,000 for winning the 30th Dirt Track World Championship dirt-late-model event at West Virginia Motor Speedway in Mineral Wells, West Virginia, Saturday night.

NEW FUEL: NASCAR’s three national touring series will use a 15%-ethanol-blend fuel beginning at Daytona International Speedway in February.

WELCOME TO RUSSIA: The Formula One World Championship will make its first trip to Russia in 2014. Officials and Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone have agreed to a seven-year contract.

CROWING MOMENT: Jerry Coons Jr. won the USAC Silver Crown Series season finale, the Rollie Beale 150 Saturday at Toledo (Ohio) Speedway, but it was Levi Jones who edged Bud Kaeding by two points to win the USAC Silver Crown Series title.

PROMOTED: Herb Branham, who joined NASCAR in 2001, has been named Gram Am Road Racing Series’ managing director of communications. He was formerly NASCAR’s director of Written Communications.

RETURNING: The Grand Am Rolex Series will return to Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, and Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California, during the 2011 season.

STRAIGHT SHOT: Chase Elliott, the 14-year-old son of former NASCAR champion Bill Elliott, won the 39th running of the Winchester 400 late-model race at Winchester (Indiana) Speedway Saturday afternoon.

DIED: Jeff Byrd, Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway president and general manager, died Sunday following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 60.

SUBSCRIBE: National Speed Sport News has been published weekly since 1934. To subscribe to National Speed Sport News, visit www.nationalspeedsportnews.com.

A recent SEMA survey indicated that business credit availability is among the biggest challenges faced by SEMA members today. Many with solid lender relationships have had terms altered and face tougher requirements. Recognizing this need, the SEMA Education Institute will be offering a number of sessions at this year's SEMA Show to address these challenges.

Of particular note is a session entitled, "Securing Credit: Meet the Experts," scheduled for Thursday, November 4, from 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m., at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Room N261.

"SEMA has assembled a group of financial institutions who are strong supporters of companies in the automotive aftermarket," stated Nathan Ridnouer, vice president of Councils and Membership. He continued, "Each of these lenders looks forward to the prospect of working closely with aftermarket companies to determine if they can help." Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of the "SEMA Lender Connection: A Guide to Financial Alternatives and Solutions."

The panel will be moderated by SEMA member Wade Kawasaki, CEO, Exports International, and will include:

• Ray Boyadjian, senior vice president, group manager western division middle market group, Comerica Bank
• Agatha Fung, EVP, head of international banking division, EastWest Bank
• Greg Grande, senior vice president & manager, Citizens Business Bank
• Charles Rosen, executive vice president, Community Bank
• Drucilla Garcia-Richardson, senior vice president/regional manager, Manufacturers Bank

This session will provide an invaluable resource for companies to learn what financial information lenders are looking for, what financing options are available and how new legislation will impact lending. Don't miss this opportunity to gain critical insight, ask specific questions and connect with lenders.

Other Show Sessions of Interest:

Borrowing Money in Today's Credit Jungle
Monday, November 1, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Edward Brown, SBA

Getting Your Financial House in Order: The 7 Steps to Financial Fitness
Tuesday, November 2, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Carl Forssen, Senior Vice President/Partner of Business Resource Services

Taking the Mystery Out of the Numbers (Extended Session!)
Tuesday, November 2, 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Carl Forssen, Senior Vice President/Partner of Business Resource Services

Black Ink: Cash Flow Management
Wednesday, November 3, 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Tom Shay, Profits+Plus

Creating Positive Cashflow with an Open-To-Buy
Wednesday, November 3, 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Tom Shay, Profits+Plus

Calculate the Value of Your Company: Value Realization Strategies
Thursday, November 4, 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Bob Kinsella, Kinsella Group

A recent SEMA survey indicated that business credit availability is among the biggest challenges faced by SEMA members today. Many with solid lender relationships have had terms altered and face tougher requirements. Recognizing this need, the SEMA Education Institute will be offering a number of sessions at this year's SEMA Show to address these challenges.

Of particular note is a session entitled, "Securing Credit: Meet the Experts," scheduled for Thursday, November 4, from 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m., at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Room N261.

"SEMA has assembled a group of financial institutions who are strong supporters of companies in the automotive aftermarket," stated Nathan Ridnouer, vice president of Councils and Membership. He continued, "Each of these lenders looks forward to the prospect of working closely with aftermarket companies to determine if they can help." Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of the "SEMA Lender Connection: A Guide to Financial Alternatives and Solutions."

The panel will be moderated by SEMA member Wade Kawasaki, CEO, Exports International, and will include:

• Ray Boyadjian, senior vice president, group manager western division middle market group, Comerica Bank
• Agatha Fung, EVP, head of international banking division, EastWest Bank
• Greg Grande, senior vice president & manager, Citizens Business Bank
• Charles Rosen, executive vice president, Community Bank
• Drucilla Garcia-Richardson, senior vice president/regional manager, Manufacturers Bank

This session will provide an invaluable resource for companies to learn what financial information lenders are looking for, what financing options are available and how new legislation will impact lending. Don't miss this opportunity to gain critical insight, ask specific questions and connect with lenders.

Other Show Sessions of Interest:

Borrowing Money in Today's Credit Jungle
Monday, November 1, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Edward Brown, SBA

Getting Your Financial House in Order: The 7 Steps to Financial Fitness
Tuesday, November 2, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Carl Forssen, Senior Vice President/Partner of Business Resource Services

Taking the Mystery Out of the Numbers (Extended Session!)
Tuesday, November 2, 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Carl Forssen, Senior Vice President/Partner of Business Resource Services

Black Ink: Cash Flow Management
Wednesday, November 3, 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Tom Shay, Profits+Plus

Creating Positive Cashflow with an Open-To-Buy
Wednesday, November 3, 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Tom Shay, Profits+Plus

Calculate the Value of Your Company: Value Realization Strategies
Thursday, November 4, 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m., LVCC N261
Presenter: Bob Kinsella, Kinsella Group

The Ford F-Series is in the running for SEMA's “hottest truck” award.

See which products and accessories are available for today’s hottest cars, trucks and SUVs by visiting www.sema.org/semaaward. The website includes a list of SEMA Show exhibitors that make products for the vehicle models most likely to be named the “hottest car,” “hottest truck” and “hottest 4x4-SUV” at the 2010 SEMA Show.

While only one model in each category (car, truck, 4x4-SUV) will be presented with the first-ever SEMA Award at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, there are nearly two-dozen contenders vying for the honor.

“Consumers want to know which cars and trucks are the hottest at the SEMA Show,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The SEMA Award will help guide them to this year’s most impressive cars and trucks and the great products that make them cool.”

The SEMA Award will be given to the vehicle model that exhibitors choose to trick-out, modify and display most often in their booths. The winners will be announced on Tuesday, November 2, at the SEMA Show.

In anticipation of the announcement, 21 vehicle models have been identified as leading contenders. A list of companies that manufacture products for each contender is available to help consumers see the many ways in which they can modify these cool vehicles. Click on each contender’s name below to visit their websites:

Car Category

Audi A4
Chevrolet Camaro
Dodge Challenger
Ford Fiesta
Ford Mustang
Honda CR-Z
Hyundai Sonata
Kia Soul
Lexus IS
Mazda2
Scion tC
Subaru Impreza

Truck Category

Chevrolet Silverado
Ram
Ford F-Series
Toyota Tundra

4x4-SUV Category

Ford Explorer
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jeep Wrangler
Subaru Outback
Toyota FJ Cruiser

The SEMA Award winners will ultimately be chosen by exhibitors, based on the booth vehicles that are on display at the 2010 SEMA Show. Consumers can get involved by taking the SEMA Challenge, an online contest that invites enthusiasts to guess which vehicles they think will win the SEMA Award. Visitors can vote once in each category each week, until the end of October. For every correct vote, the entrant will be given one entry into a drawing for a five-day VIP trip to Las Vegas to attend the 2011 SEMA Show, complete with airfare and hotel accommodations.

Click here to learn more about the SEMA Award program.

The Ford F-Series is in the running for SEMA's “hottest truck” award.

See which products and accessories are available for today’s hottest cars, trucks and SUVs by visiting www.sema.org/semaaward. The website includes a list of SEMA Show exhibitors that make products for the vehicle models most likely to be named the “hottest car,” “hottest truck” and “hottest 4x4-SUV” at the 2010 SEMA Show.

While only one model in each category (car, truck, 4x4-SUV) will be presented with the first-ever SEMA Award at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, there are nearly two-dozen contenders vying for the honor.

“Consumers want to know which cars and trucks are the hottest at the SEMA Show,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The SEMA Award will help guide them to this year’s most impressive cars and trucks and the great products that make them cool.”

The SEMA Award will be given to the vehicle model that exhibitors choose to trick-out, modify and display most often in their booths. The winners will be announced on Tuesday, November 2, at the SEMA Show.

In anticipation of the announcement, 21 vehicle models have been identified as leading contenders. A list of companies that manufacture products for each contender is available to help consumers see the many ways in which they can modify these cool vehicles. Click on each contender’s name below to visit their websites:

Car Category

Audi A4
Chevrolet Camaro
Dodge Challenger
Ford Fiesta
Ford Mustang
Honda CR-Z
Hyundai Sonata
Kia Soul
Lexus IS
Mazda2
Scion tC
Subaru Impreza

Truck Category

Chevrolet Silverado
Ram
Ford F-Series
Toyota Tundra

4x4-SUV Category

Ford Explorer
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jeep Wrangler
Subaru Outback
Toyota FJ Cruiser

The SEMA Award winners will ultimately be chosen by exhibitors, based on the booth vehicles that are on display at the 2010 SEMA Show. Consumers can get involved by taking the SEMA Challenge, an online contest that invites enthusiasts to guess which vehicles they think will win the SEMA Award. Visitors can vote once in each category each week, until the end of October. For every correct vote, the entrant will be given one entry into a drawing for a five-day VIP trip to Las Vegas to attend the 2011 SEMA Show, complete with airfare and hotel accommodations.

Click here to learn more about the SEMA Award program.

The Ford F-Series is in the running for SEMA's “hottest truck” award.

See which products and accessories are available for today’s hottest cars, trucks and SUVs by visiting www.sema.org/semaaward. The website includes a list of SEMA Show exhibitors that make products for the vehicle models most likely to be named the “hottest car,” “hottest truck” and “hottest 4x4-SUV” at the 2010 SEMA Show.

While only one model in each category (car, truck, 4x4-SUV) will be presented with the first-ever SEMA Award at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, there are nearly two-dozen contenders vying for the honor.

“Consumers want to know which cars and trucks are the hottest at the SEMA Show,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The SEMA Award will help guide them to this year’s most impressive cars and trucks and the great products that make them cool.”

The SEMA Award will be given to the vehicle model that exhibitors choose to trick-out, modify and display most often in their booths. The winners will be announced on Tuesday, November 2, at the SEMA Show.

In anticipation of the announcement, 21 vehicle models have been identified as leading contenders. A list of companies that manufacture products for each contender is available to help consumers see the many ways in which they can modify these cool vehicles. Click on each contender’s name below to visit their websites:

Car Category

Audi A4
Chevrolet Camaro
Dodge Challenger
Ford Fiesta
Ford Mustang
Honda CR-Z
Hyundai Sonata
Kia Soul
Lexus IS
Mazda2
Scion tC
Subaru Impreza

Truck Category

Chevrolet Silverado
Ram
Ford F-Series
Toyota Tundra

4x4-SUV Category

Ford Explorer
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jeep Wrangler
Subaru Outback
Toyota FJ Cruiser

The SEMA Award winners will ultimately be chosen by exhibitors, based on the booth vehicles that are on display at the 2010 SEMA Show. Consumers can get involved by taking the SEMA Challenge, an online contest that invites enthusiasts to guess which vehicles they think will win the SEMA Award. Visitors can vote once in each category each week, until the end of October. For every correct vote, the entrant will be given one entry into a drawing for a five-day VIP trip to Las Vegas to attend the 2011 SEMA Show, complete with airfare and hotel accommodations.

Click here to learn more about the SEMA Award program.