SEMA Board Nominations Due Next Week
Thu, 01/01/2015 - 11:24

The following is a message from SEMA President and CEO Chris Kersting:

As a member of the association, we need your recommendation of industry leaders to serve on the SEMA Board of Directors. Our industry has many individuals who would be an asset to the SEMA Board, but oftentimes those individuals aren’t immediately apparent to the Nominating Committee when selecting the final candidates.

Please take a moment to tell us about whom you would recommend as a potential nominee for a board member position. We also ask that you include information to help the Nominating Committee know more about the nominee’s qualifications, such as background, experience and achievements from a leadership standpoint.

For this year’s election, the following seats are open:

  • One seat in the Chairman-elect category
  • Two seats in the Manufacturer category
  • Two seats in the Distributor/Retailer category
  • One seat in the Services category
  • There are no seats open in the Manufacturer’s Representatives category this year.

Nominations for the 2015 SEMA Board of Directors are due Tuesday, January 6, 2015. Please complete and submit the nomination form, and be sure to include the qualification information noted above.

A strong board means wise leadership and an association that serves its members well. We urge you to take part in the nominations process.

Thank you for your attention to this important request.

Chris Kersting, CAE
SEMA President and CEO

SEMA Board Nominations Due Next Week
Thu, 01/01/2015 - 11:24

The following is a message from SEMA President and CEO Chris Kersting:

As a member of the association, we need your recommendation of industry leaders to serve on the SEMA Board of Directors. Our industry has many individuals who would be an asset to the SEMA Board, but oftentimes those individuals aren’t immediately apparent to the Nominating Committee when selecting the final candidates.

Please take a moment to tell us about whom you would recommend as a potential nominee for a board member position. We also ask that you include information to help the Nominating Committee know more about the nominee’s qualifications, such as background, experience and achievements from a leadership standpoint.

For this year’s election, the following seats are open:

  • One seat in the Chairman-elect category
  • Two seats in the Manufacturer category
  • Two seats in the Distributor/Retailer category
  • One seat in the Services category
  • There are no seats open in the Manufacturer’s Representatives category this year.

Nominations for the 2015 SEMA Board of Directors are due Tuesday, January 6, 2015. Please complete and submit the nomination form, and be sure to include the qualification information noted above.

A strong board means wise leadership and an association that serves its members well. We urge you to take part in the nominations process.

Thank you for your attention to this important request.

Chris Kersting, CAE
SEMA President and CEO

Video: Toyota’s Dave Wilson Discusses the Early Days of TRD
Thu, 01/01/2015 - 11:11
Dave Wilson, president of Toyota Racing Development, makes a stop at SEMA Central to talk showroom cars and racing efforts.

Wilson talks about the creation of TRD in 1979, which was essentially a small speed shop in southern California, developing accessories for Celicas and Supras. About a year later, TRD reached out through grassroots motorsports, beginning with off-road racing and then the SCCA, an institution the company has supported for nearly 30 years. This approach helped TRD build a loyal, supportive enthusiast community while providing platforms for TRD to become more serious about racing.
Video: Toyota’s Dave Wilson Discusses the Early Days of TRD
Thu, 01/01/2015 - 11:11
Dave Wilson, president of Toyota Racing Development, makes a stop at SEMA Central to talk showroom cars and racing efforts.

Wilson talks about the creation of TRD in 1979, which was essentially a small speed shop in southern California, developing accessories for Celicas and Supras. About a year later, TRD reached out through grassroots motorsports, beginning with off-road racing and then the SCCA, an institution the company has supported for nearly 30 years. This approach helped TRD build a loyal, supportive enthusiast community while providing platforms for TRD to become more serious about racing.
Video: Toyota’s Dave Wilson Discusses the Early Days of TRD
Thu, 01/01/2015 - 11:11
Dave Wilson, president of Toyota Racing Development, makes a stop at SEMA Central to talk showroom cars and racing efforts.

Wilson talks about the creation of TRD in 1979, which was essentially a small speed shop in southern California, developing accessories for Celicas and Supras. About a year later, TRD reached out through grassroots motorsports, beginning with off-road racing and then the SCCA, an institution the company has supported for nearly 30 years. This approach helped TRD build a loyal, supportive enthusiast community while providing platforms for TRD to become more serious about racing.
Another Closing of Another Show
Thu, 01/01/2015 - 10:50
SEMA News—January 2015

REQUIRED READING

Another Closing of Another Show

While the 2014 SEMA Show is now in the history books, highlights from the annual event live on as media coverage continues to highlight the vehicles, products and activities from the event. One consistent theme year after year is that the SEMA Show is a place for the industry to discover new automotive aftermarket trends.

As noted in the articles below, the 2014 SEMA Show featured trends in technology, styling and performance. Be sure to check out these articles for news on what the future has in store for the industry:

One of the nation’s leading newspapers, The New York Times, noted that the SEMA Show has traditionally been a place to track trends and technological innovation in the automotive aftermarket.The New York Times

One of the nation’s leading newspapers, The New York Times, noted that the SEMA Show has traditionally been a place to track trends and technological innovation in the automotive aftermarket. The Times further commented on the use of advanced 3-D technology to print and produce a car during the run of the Show.

 

Consumer Reports used the occasion of the SEMA Show to review new products and trends, such as wraps, which are used to customize the look of a car,
Consumer Reports

Leading consumer publication Consumer Reports used the occasion of the SEMA Show to review new products and trends, such as wraps, which are used to customize the look of a car, and such popular products as aftermarket backup cameras and dash cams. The SEMA Show has a long tradition of introducing aftermarket products and trends to the world stage, and this year’s Show was no exception.

Enthusiast automotive publication Motor Trend also found plenty of great new products at this year’s SEMA Show
MotorTrend.com

Enthusiast automotive publication Motor Trend also found plenty of great new products at this year’s SEMA Show, such as a push-button emergency brake from E-Stopp, an Extang/TruXedo aluminum roll-up Tonneau cover as well as 3-D floor mats from Albermo. Motor Trend further asserted that the heart of the Show is the parts and accessories that can be found for sale.

Automotive blog, On All Cylinders also noted the number of automotive aftermarket trends that were on display during the 2014 SEMA Show

On All Cylinders

Automotive blog, On All Cylinders also noted the number of automotive aftermarket trends that were on display during the 2014 SEMA Show. Of particular note were colored rims, the wide variety of LED accessories as well as utilizing the combination of classic cars with modern grilles and lights. They further recognized the sheer number of trends on display at this year’s Show.

Another Closing of Another Show
Thu, 01/01/2015 - 10:50
SEMA News—January 2015

REQUIRED READING

Another Closing of Another Show

While the 2014 SEMA Show is now in the history books, highlights from the annual event live on as media coverage continues to highlight the vehicles, products and activities from the event. One consistent theme year after year is that the SEMA Show is a place for the industry to discover new automotive aftermarket trends.

As noted in the articles below, the 2014 SEMA Show featured trends in technology, styling and performance. Be sure to check out these articles for news on what the future has in store for the industry:

One of the nation’s leading newspapers, The New York Times, noted that the SEMA Show has traditionally been a place to track trends and technological innovation in the automotive aftermarket.The New York Times

One of the nation’s leading newspapers, The New York Times, noted that the SEMA Show has traditionally been a place to track trends and technological innovation in the automotive aftermarket. The Times further commented on the use of advanced 3-D technology to print and produce a car during the run of the Show.

 

Consumer Reports used the occasion of the SEMA Show to review new products and trends, such as wraps, which are used to customize the look of a car,
Consumer Reports

Leading consumer publication Consumer Reports used the occasion of the SEMA Show to review new products and trends, such as wraps, which are used to customize the look of a car, and such popular products as aftermarket backup cameras and dash cams. The SEMA Show has a long tradition of introducing aftermarket products and trends to the world stage, and this year’s Show was no exception.

Enthusiast automotive publication Motor Trend also found plenty of great new products at this year’s SEMA Show
MotorTrend.com

Enthusiast automotive publication Motor Trend also found plenty of great new products at this year’s SEMA Show, such as a push-button emergency brake from E-Stopp, an Extang/TruXedo aluminum roll-up Tonneau cover as well as 3-D floor mats from Albermo. Motor Trend further asserted that the heart of the Show is the parts and accessories that can be found for sale.

Automotive blog, On All Cylinders also noted the number of automotive aftermarket trends that were on display during the 2014 SEMA Show

On All Cylinders

Automotive blog, On All Cylinders also noted the number of automotive aftermarket trends that were on display during the 2014 SEMA Show. Of particular note were colored rims, the wide variety of LED accessories as well as utilizing the combination of classic cars with modern grilles and lights. They further recognized the sheer number of trends on display at this year’s Show.

Another Closing of Another Show
Thu, 01/01/2015 - 10:50
SEMA News—January 2015

REQUIRED READING

Another Closing of Another Show

While the 2014 SEMA Show is now in the history books, highlights from the annual event live on as media coverage continues to highlight the vehicles, products and activities from the event. One consistent theme year after year is that the SEMA Show is a place for the industry to discover new automotive aftermarket trends.

As noted in the articles below, the 2014 SEMA Show featured trends in technology, styling and performance. Be sure to check out these articles for news on what the future has in store for the industry:

One of the nation’s leading newspapers, The New York Times, noted that the SEMA Show has traditionally been a place to track trends and technological innovation in the automotive aftermarket.The New York Times

One of the nation’s leading newspapers, The New York Times, noted that the SEMA Show has traditionally been a place to track trends and technological innovation in the automotive aftermarket. The Times further commented on the use of advanced 3-D technology to print and produce a car during the run of the Show.

 

Consumer Reports used the occasion of the SEMA Show to review new products and trends, such as wraps, which are used to customize the look of a car,
Consumer Reports

Leading consumer publication Consumer Reports used the occasion of the SEMA Show to review new products and trends, such as wraps, which are used to customize the look of a car, and such popular products as aftermarket backup cameras and dash cams. The SEMA Show has a long tradition of introducing aftermarket products and trends to the world stage, and this year’s Show was no exception.

Enthusiast automotive publication Motor Trend also found plenty of great new products at this year’s SEMA Show
MotorTrend.com

Enthusiast automotive publication Motor Trend also found plenty of great new products at this year’s SEMA Show, such as a push-button emergency brake from E-Stopp, an Extang/TruXedo aluminum roll-up Tonneau cover as well as 3-D floor mats from Albermo. Motor Trend further asserted that the heart of the Show is the parts and accessories that can be found for sale.

Automotive blog, On All Cylinders also noted the number of automotive aftermarket trends that were on display during the 2014 SEMA Show

On All Cylinders

Automotive blog, On All Cylinders also noted the number of automotive aftermarket trends that were on display during the 2014 SEMA Show. Of particular note were colored rims, the wide variety of LED accessories as well as utilizing the combination of classic cars with modern grilles and lights. They further recognized the sheer number of trends on display at this year’s Show.

Another Closing of Another Show
Thu, 01/01/2015 - 10:50
SEMA News—January 2015

REQUIRED READING

Another Closing of Another Show

While the 2014 SEMA Show is now in the history books, highlights from the annual event live on as media coverage continues to highlight the vehicles, products and activities from the event. One consistent theme year after year is that the SEMA Show is a place for the industry to discover new automotive aftermarket trends.

As noted in the articles below, the 2014 SEMA Show featured trends in technology, styling and performance. Be sure to check out these articles for news on what the future has in store for the industry:

One of the nation’s leading newspapers, The New York Times, noted that the SEMA Show has traditionally been a place to track trends and technological innovation in the automotive aftermarket.The New York Times

One of the nation’s leading newspapers, The New York Times, noted that the SEMA Show has traditionally been a place to track trends and technological innovation in the automotive aftermarket. The Times further commented on the use of advanced 3-D technology to print and produce a car during the run of the Show.

 

Consumer Reports used the occasion of the SEMA Show to review new products and trends, such as wraps, which are used to customize the look of a car,
Consumer Reports

Leading consumer publication Consumer Reports used the occasion of the SEMA Show to review new products and trends, such as wraps, which are used to customize the look of a car, and such popular products as aftermarket backup cameras and dash cams. The SEMA Show has a long tradition of introducing aftermarket products and trends to the world stage, and this year’s Show was no exception.

Enthusiast automotive publication Motor Trend also found plenty of great new products at this year’s SEMA Show
MotorTrend.com

Enthusiast automotive publication Motor Trend also found plenty of great new products at this year’s SEMA Show, such as a push-button emergency brake from E-Stopp, an Extang/TruXedo aluminum roll-up Tonneau cover as well as 3-D floor mats from Albermo. Motor Trend further asserted that the heart of the Show is the parts and accessories that can be found for sale.

Automotive blog, On All Cylinders also noted the number of automotive aftermarket trends that were on display during the 2014 SEMA Show

On All Cylinders

Automotive blog, On All Cylinders also noted the number of automotive aftermarket trends that were on display during the 2014 SEMA Show. Of particular note were colored rims, the wide variety of LED accessories as well as utilizing the combination of classic cars with modern grilles and lights. They further recognized the sheer number of trends on display at this year’s Show.

Another Closing of Another Show
Thu, 01/01/2015 - 10:50
SEMA News—January 2015

REQUIRED READING

Another Closing of Another Show

While the 2014 SEMA Show is now in the history books, highlights from the annual event live on as media coverage continues to highlight the vehicles, products and activities from the event. One consistent theme year after year is that the SEMA Show is a place for the industry to discover new automotive aftermarket trends.

As noted in the articles below, the 2014 SEMA Show featured trends in technology, styling and performance. Be sure to check out these articles for news on what the future has in store for the industry:

One of the nation’s leading newspapers, The New York Times, noted that the SEMA Show has traditionally been a place to track trends and technological innovation in the automotive aftermarket.The New York Times

One of the nation’s leading newspapers, The New York Times, noted that the SEMA Show has traditionally been a place to track trends and technological innovation in the automotive aftermarket. The Times further commented on the use of advanced 3-D technology to print and produce a car during the run of the Show.

 

Consumer Reports used the occasion of the SEMA Show to review new products and trends, such as wraps, which are used to customize the look of a car,
Consumer Reports

Leading consumer publication Consumer Reports used the occasion of the SEMA Show to review new products and trends, such as wraps, which are used to customize the look of a car, and such popular products as aftermarket backup cameras and dash cams. The SEMA Show has a long tradition of introducing aftermarket products and trends to the world stage, and this year’s Show was no exception.

Enthusiast automotive publication Motor Trend also found plenty of great new products at this year’s SEMA Show
MotorTrend.com

Enthusiast automotive publication Motor Trend also found plenty of great new products at this year’s SEMA Show, such as a push-button emergency brake from E-Stopp, an Extang/TruXedo aluminum roll-up Tonneau cover as well as 3-D floor mats from Albermo. Motor Trend further asserted that the heart of the Show is the parts and accessories that can be found for sale.

Automotive blog, On All Cylinders also noted the number of automotive aftermarket trends that were on display during the 2014 SEMA Show

On All Cylinders

Automotive blog, On All Cylinders also noted the number of automotive aftermarket trends that were on display during the 2014 SEMA Show. Of particular note were colored rims, the wide variety of LED accessories as well as utilizing the combination of classic cars with modern grilles and lights. They further recognized the sheer number of trends on display at this year’s Show.