This year, Ross Logsdon, an owner and manager at Premier Street Rod in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, and his team are pulling out all the stops with a classic ’57 Chevy pickup build. With numerous subtle modifications that enhance the looks of the truck, he wants it to maintain a pro-touring look and feel. Under the hood is a 650hp supercharged 6.2L V8, the same engine that debuted in the ’15 Z06.
Thu, 10/10/2019 - 07:05
Thu, 10/10/2019 - 07:05
This year, Ross Logsdon, an owner and manager at Premier Street Rod in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, and his team are pulling out all the stops with a classic ’57 Chevy pickup build. With numerous subtle modifications that enhance the looks of the truck, he wants it to maintain a pro-touring look and feel. Under the hood is a 650hp supercharged 6.2L V8, the same engine that debuted in the ’15 Z06.
Thu, 10/10/2019 - 07:04
Registration for the 2019 SEMA Show is open.
Wed, 10/09/2019 - 15:43
By Lindsay Bianco
 Aeromotive was named Manufacturer of the Year at the 2018 SEMA Industry Awards Banquet. |
The finalists have been announced for three of SEMA’s prestigious industry awards—SEMA Rep Agency of the Year, SEMA WD of the Year and SEMA Manufacturer of the Year. The awards will be presented during the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet, Thursday, November 7.
Get your tickets for the SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet.
The banquet will also feature the presentation of the distinguished Person of the Year and Gen-III Innovator of the Year awards, and tribute will be paid to the 2019 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees—Bruce Crower, Crower Cams; Bob Chandler, Bigfoot 4x4; and Marla Moore, Legendary Companies—for their influence on and contributions to the industry.
Finalists for SEMA's Industry Awards:
SEMA Manufacturer of the Year
SEMA WD of the Year
SEMA Rep Agency of the Year
The SEMA Industry Awards Banquet takes place Thursday, November 7, at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. More information on the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet is available online.
Visit www.SEMAShow.com for the latest Show information and to register for the 2019 SEMA Show.
Wed, 10/09/2019 - 15:43
By Lindsay Bianco
Aeromotive was named Manufacturer of the Year at the 2018 SEMA Industry Awards Banquet. |
The finalists have been announced for three of SEMA’s prestigious industry awards—SEMA Rep Agency of the Year, SEMA WD of the Year and SEMA Manufacturer of the Year. The awards will be presented during the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet, Thursday, November 7.
Get your tickets for the SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet.
The banquet will also feature the presentation of the distinguished Person of the Year and Gen-III Innovator of the Year awards, and tribute will be paid to the 2019 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees—Bruce Crower, Crower Cams; Bob Chandler, Bigfoot 4x4; and Marla Moore, Legendary Companies—for their influence on and contributions to the industry.
Finalists for SEMA's Industry Awards:
SEMA Manufacturer of the Year
SEMA WD of the Year
SEMA Rep Agency of the Year
The SEMA Industry Awards Banquet takes place Thursday, November 7, at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. More information on the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet is available online.
Visit www.SEMAShow.com for the latest Show information and to register for the 2019 SEMA Show.
Thu, 10/03/2019 - 16:01
By Chris Thomson
 Gary Biggs passed away Saturday, September 28, in his Cave Creek, Arizona, home. |
 Biggs (left) was honored with several recognitions throughout his career, including the PWA (now CAN) Person of the Year in 1998. |
Industry leader Gary Biggs (76) passed away Saturday, September 28, in his Cave Creek, Arizona, home.
Biggs proudly served in the U.S. Army as a first lieutenant. After that, he set out on his long, colorful career in the automotive industry. Biggs did it all, starting with a position with Shell Oil as a dealer service rep. This was followed by productive stays at Maremont, Rocket Wheels, ET Wheels (Lee Eliminator Group) and eventually working for Joe Hrudka at the Mr. Gasket Company.
Biggs’ career at Mr. Gasket started with the Cragar Wheel division in California. His success in growing the division led to him becoming the vice president in charge of the Cragar Wheels, Exhaust (Cyclone, Blackjack, Thrush) and Off Road (Hickey and Rough Country) division based in Tempe, Arizona. In 1994, Biggs established FlowTech Exhaust. This success didn’t go unnoticed, which led the growing Holley group of companies to acquire FlowTech in 1999.
His passion and successes made his services as an industry consultant much in demand. He did so until 2004, when he was hired by the APC Company to help turn it around. In 2006, Biggs enjoyed a short retirement. Soon afterward, his passion for selling and interacting with people led him into a career in real estate and, eventually, land acquisitions in Northern Arizona.
He was a great mentor to many and enjoyed several great personal relationships while working in the performance aftermarket. It was these relationships that meant the most to him. Biggs was honored with several recognitions throughout his career, including the PWA (now CAN) Person of the Year award in 1998.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years Gretchen, and their son Travis. He loved life and wished to be remembered for who he was. As such, per his wishes, there will be no services.
Thu, 10/03/2019 - 14:46
By Rachel Tatum
 Members of the media can find exhibitor press releases in the SEMA Show Online Media Center. |
Exhibitors are gearing up and sharing their latest plans for the upcoming SEMA Show, taking place November 5-8, in Las Vegas. New product debuts and new innovations are the center of the premier automotive trade show. Many of the announcements can be found in the SEMA Show Online Media Center.
Below are some of the latest announcements you will find in the Online Media Center:
- Milwaukee’s New M12 FUEL Right Angle Die Grinders are More Powerful than Pneumatic
- RacingJunk.com Booth will Host Cool Porsche Build, Jim Beaver Broadcast and Poster Signing at 2019 SEMA Show
- Boost Shop Capacity and Energy Savings with New Ingersoll Rand Compressed Air Solutions
- Cragar’s popular S/S 15x4.5-in. Front Runner Has Returned to the Market
- Anderson Composites Introduces New Carbon-Fiber Components for the ’20 Shelby GT500 at SEMA Show
- Hunter Engineering to Participate in SCRS Repairer Driven Education Series at the 2019 SEMA Show
- Prosport Gauges Inc. to Introduce New Gauge Series Called Crystal Blue at 2019 SEMA Show
- ORACLE Lighting Reveals Revolutionary Oculus Headlamp System
- Well-Oiled Machine: D-A Lubricant Celebrates 100 Years
- Exciting New Product for Restoring and Repairing Automotive Interiors, Restore Coat Debuts at SEMA!
- Introducing Hitch Tent from Rubicon Expedition Products
- Stop Both Heat and Sound with Heatshield Products Exclusive db Headliner Kit
- MAHLE Motorsport Expands PowerPak Piston Kits Available in 2618 Aluminum Alloy
To see more press releases from SEMA Show exhibitors, visit www.SEMAShow.com/press. Find all SEMA Show news at www.SEMAShow.com/news.
Exhibitors can upload releases to be included in the Online Media Center by using this link. For information about PR opportunities for SEMA Show exhibitors, contact Rachel Tatum at rachelt@sema.org, 909-978-6669.
Thu, 10/03/2019 - 14:46
By Rachel Tatum
Members of the media can find exhibitor press releases in the SEMA Show Online Media Center. |
Exhibitors are gearing up and sharing their latest plans for the upcoming SEMA Show, taking place November 5-8, in Las Vegas. New product debuts and new innovations are the center of the premier automotive trade show. Many of the announcements can be found in the SEMA Show Online Media Center.
Below are some of the latest announcements you will find in the Online Media Center:
- Milwaukee’s New M12 FUEL Right Angle Die Grinders are More Powerful than Pneumatic
- RacingJunk.com Booth will Host Cool Porsche Build, Jim Beaver Broadcast and Poster Signing at 2019 SEMA Show
- Boost Shop Capacity and Energy Savings with New Ingersoll Rand Compressed Air Solutions
- Cragar’s popular S/S 15x4.5-in. Front Runner Has Returned to the Market
- Anderson Composites Introduces New Carbon-Fiber Components for the ’20 Shelby GT500 at SEMA Show
- Hunter Engineering to Participate in SCRS Repairer Driven Education Series at the 2019 SEMA Show
- Prosport Gauges Inc. to Introduce New Gauge Series Called Crystal Blue at 2019 SEMA Show
- ORACLE Lighting Reveals Revolutionary Oculus Headlamp System
- Well-Oiled Machine: D-A Lubricant Celebrates 100 Years
- Exciting New Product for Restoring and Repairing Automotive Interiors, Restore Coat Debuts at SEMA!
- Introducing Hitch Tent from Rubicon Expedition Products
- Stop Both Heat and Sound with Heatshield Products Exclusive db Headliner Kit
- MAHLE Motorsport Expands PowerPak Piston Kits Available in 2618 Aluminum Alloy
To see more press releases from SEMA Show exhibitors, visit www.SEMAShow.com/press. Find all SEMA Show news at www.SEMAShow.com/news.
Exhibitors can upload releases to be included in the Online Media Center by using this link. For information about PR opportunities for SEMA Show exhibitors, contact Rachel Tatum at rachelt@sema.org, 909-978-6669.
Thu, 10/03/2019 - 14:10
By SEMA Editors
 An hour-long conference call is scheduled for, Monday, October 21, at 10:00 a.m. (PDT), to discuss the 2020 SEMA Middle East Business Development Conference. Last year's conference included a tour of eight specialty-equipment shops in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. During one visit, Mark Link (right), president and COO of Race Gas, chatted with the general manager of a high-end racing/performance installer in Dubai. |
Join SEMA for an hour-long conference call, Monday, October 21, at 10:00 a.m. (PDT), to learn more about the 2020 SEMA Middle East trip to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and the possibility of additional markets for a 2020 trip, including Scandinavia.
Learn best practices for meeting international buyers and media at the SEMA Show and PRI. Information will be available regarding federal and state government grants to help defray costs for participants.
The conference call will also cover the following:
- What’s included in the fees (turnkey booth, hotel, meals, pre-vetted buyers).
- Information on the booth and setup.
- Costs
- What’s new for 2020
- International roundtables
- International Happy Hour
- Global Media Awards
- Grants to defray the cost of participation
- Benefits for trip participants includes a list of pre-registered buyers
Sign up here. Bring your questions!
Thu, 10/03/2019 - 14:10
By SEMA Editors
| An hour-long conference call is scheduled for, Monday, October 21, at 10:00 a.m. (PDT), to discuss the 2020 SEMA Middle East Business Development Conference. Last year's conference included a tour of eight specialty-equipment shops in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. During one visit, Mark Link (right), president and COO of Race Gas, chatted with the general manager of a high-end racing/performance installer in Dubai. |
Join SEMA for an hour-long conference call, Monday, October 21, at 10:00 a.m. (PDT), to learn more about the 2020 SEMA Middle East trip to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and the possibility of additional markets for a 2020 trip, including Scandinavia.
Learn best practices for meeting international buyers and media at the SEMA Show and PRI. Information will be available regarding federal and state government grants to help defray costs for participants.
The conference call will also cover the following:
- What’s included in the fees (turnkey booth, hotel, meals, pre-vetted buyers).
- Information on the booth and setup.
- Costs
- What’s new for 2020
- International roundtables
- International Happy Hour
- Global Media Awards
- Grants to defray the cost of participation
- Benefits for trip participants includes a list of pre-registered buyers
Sign up here. Bring your questions!