SEMA News—December 2014

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Photos copyright KGP Photography. Reuse or reproduction without the copyright holder’s consent is prohibited.

2016 Ford Explorer Uncovered		Ford Super Duty
Here’s an uncovered look at a prototype for the ’16 Ford Explorer facelift. The new headlights clearly get a more angular shape, while the taillight looks more simplified and cohesive. The new front fascia appears to get a smaller grille than on the current model, with the additional air intakes integrated more subtly into the front bumper design. The current Explorer’s low-set round fog lights will go away in favor of new LED fog lights placed higher up on the front bumper, providing a look that is in line with the ’15 Ford Edge. The mid-cycle revamp will also give the Explorer an all-new interior, which will utilize Ford’s latest technologies in conjunction with a more tactile passenger interface. The new 2.3L Ecoboost engine is expected to replace the current 2.0L turbo.		While shooting a prototype Ford Super Duty, KGP Photography was particularly intrigued with the camouflage on the rear bed cap. The camouflage appears tailor-made for this particular top, and it successfully hides anything that could make it special. The cap has a badge on it from familiar cap maker ATC Truck Covers, along with some grease-pencil writing that makes it look like a pretty traditional transaction. So why the extensive camouflage? The cladding is a bit of an anomaly for Ford’s test trucks and fuels anticipation for details.
Next-Gen Camaro		Porsche Panamera
Behold the next-generation Camaro without the heavy vinyl camouflage that has covered all prior prototypes. Some hot lamps on the Nürburgring have encouraged the General Motors test team to strip the Camaro down to its black-and-white graphic camo for the best look yet at Chevy’s new, Alpha-based Mustang fighter.		The new Panamera rides on a Porsche-developed platform dubbed “MSB.” Along with underpinning this Panamera, the MSB is expected to provide the basis for the Bentley Flying Spur. A version of the MSB platform is also expected to be used for the next mid-engine Boxster/Cayman, along with the next rear-engined 911. The Panamera will serve as the launch vehicle for the new MSB platform. The new Panamera is expected to spawn a wider model array than the current version, with a Shooting Brake/Wagon variant taking cues from ’12’s Sport Turismo concept, to be joined by a large two-door coupe and convertible. Considering Porsche’s traditionally slow development process as a benchmark, this second-generation Panamera is expected to reach the market in ’16 as a ’17 model.

SEMA News—December 2014

INDUSTRY NEWS

SPY PHOTOS

Photos copyright KGP Photography. Reuse or reproduction without the copyright holder’s consent is prohibited.

2016 Ford Explorer Uncovered		Ford Super Duty
Here’s an uncovered look at a prototype for the ’16 Ford Explorer facelift. The new headlights clearly get a more angular shape, while the taillight looks more simplified and cohesive. The new front fascia appears to get a smaller grille than on the current model, with the additional air intakes integrated more subtly into the front bumper design. The current Explorer’s low-set round fog lights will go away in favor of new LED fog lights placed higher up on the front bumper, providing a look that is in line with the ’15 Ford Edge. The mid-cycle revamp will also give the Explorer an all-new interior, which will utilize Ford’s latest technologies in conjunction with a more tactile passenger interface. The new 2.3L Ecoboost engine is expected to replace the current 2.0L turbo.		While shooting a prototype Ford Super Duty, KGP Photography was particularly intrigued with the camouflage on the rear bed cap. The camouflage appears tailor-made for this particular top, and it successfully hides anything that could make it special. The cap has a badge on it from familiar cap maker ATC Truck Covers, along with some grease-pencil writing that makes it look like a pretty traditional transaction. So why the extensive camouflage? The cladding is a bit of an anomaly for Ford’s test trucks and fuels anticipation for details.
Next-Gen Camaro		Porsche Panamera
Behold the next-generation Camaro without the heavy vinyl camouflage that has covered all prior prototypes. Some hot lamps on the Nürburgring have encouraged the General Motors test team to strip the Camaro down to its black-and-white graphic camo for the best look yet at Chevy’s new, Alpha-based Mustang fighter.		The new Panamera rides on a Porsche-developed platform dubbed “MSB.” Along with underpinning this Panamera, the MSB is expected to provide the basis for the Bentley Flying Spur. A version of the MSB platform is also expected to be used for the next mid-engine Boxster/Cayman, along with the next rear-engined 911. The Panamera will serve as the launch vehicle for the new MSB platform. The new Panamera is expected to spawn a wider model array than the current version, with a Shooting Brake/Wagon variant taking cues from ’12’s Sport Turismo concept, to be joined by a large two-door coupe and convertible. Considering Porsche’s traditionally slow development process as a benchmark, this second-generation Panamera is expected to reach the market in ’16 as a ’17 model.

SEMA News—December 2014

INDUSTRY NEWS

SPY PHOTOS

Photos copyright KGP Photography. Reuse or reproduction without the copyright holder’s consent is prohibited.

2016 Ford Explorer Uncovered		Ford Super Duty
Here’s an uncovered look at a prototype for the ’16 Ford Explorer facelift. The new headlights clearly get a more angular shape, while the taillight looks more simplified and cohesive. The new front fascia appears to get a smaller grille than on the current model, with the additional air intakes integrated more subtly into the front bumper design. The current Explorer’s low-set round fog lights will go away in favor of new LED fog lights placed higher up on the front bumper, providing a look that is in line with the ’15 Ford Edge. The mid-cycle revamp will also give the Explorer an all-new interior, which will utilize Ford’s latest technologies in conjunction with a more tactile passenger interface. The new 2.3L Ecoboost engine is expected to replace the current 2.0L turbo.		While shooting a prototype Ford Super Duty, KGP Photography was particularly intrigued with the camouflage on the rear bed cap. The camouflage appears tailor-made for this particular top, and it successfully hides anything that could make it special. The cap has a badge on it from familiar cap maker ATC Truck Covers, along with some grease-pencil writing that makes it look like a pretty traditional transaction. So why the extensive camouflage? The cladding is a bit of an anomaly for Ford’s test trucks and fuels anticipation for details.
Next-Gen Camaro		Porsche Panamera
Behold the next-generation Camaro without the heavy vinyl camouflage that has covered all prior prototypes. Some hot lamps on the Nürburgring have encouraged the General Motors test team to strip the Camaro down to its black-and-white graphic camo for the best look yet at Chevy’s new, Alpha-based Mustang fighter.		The new Panamera rides on a Porsche-developed platform dubbed “MSB.” Along with underpinning this Panamera, the MSB is expected to provide the basis for the Bentley Flying Spur. A version of the MSB platform is also expected to be used for the next mid-engine Boxster/Cayman, along with the next rear-engined 911. The Panamera will serve as the launch vehicle for the new MSB platform. The new Panamera is expected to spawn a wider model array than the current version, with a Shooting Brake/Wagon variant taking cues from ’12’s Sport Turismo concept, to be joined by a large two-door coupe and convertible. Considering Porsche’s traditionally slow development process as a benchmark, this second-generation Panamera is expected to reach the market in ’16 as a ’17 model.

SEMA News—December 2014

INDUSTRY NEWS

SPY PHOTOS

Photos copyright KGP Photography. Reuse or reproduction without the copyright holder’s consent is prohibited.

2016 Ford Explorer Uncovered		Ford Super Duty
Here’s an uncovered look at a prototype for the ’16 Ford Explorer facelift. The new headlights clearly get a more angular shape, while the taillight looks more simplified and cohesive. The new front fascia appears to get a smaller grille than on the current model, with the additional air intakes integrated more subtly into the front bumper design. The current Explorer’s low-set round fog lights will go away in favor of new LED fog lights placed higher up on the front bumper, providing a look that is in line with the ’15 Ford Edge. The mid-cycle revamp will also give the Explorer an all-new interior, which will utilize Ford’s latest technologies in conjunction with a more tactile passenger interface. The new 2.3L Ecoboost engine is expected to replace the current 2.0L turbo.		While shooting a prototype Ford Super Duty, KGP Photography was particularly intrigued with the camouflage on the rear bed cap. The camouflage appears tailor-made for this particular top, and it successfully hides anything that could make it special. The cap has a badge on it from familiar cap maker ATC Truck Covers, along with some grease-pencil writing that makes it look like a pretty traditional transaction. So why the extensive camouflage? The cladding is a bit of an anomaly for Ford’s test trucks and fuels anticipation for details.
Next-Gen Camaro		Porsche Panamera
Behold the next-generation Camaro without the heavy vinyl camouflage that has covered all prior prototypes. Some hot lamps on the Nürburgring have encouraged the General Motors test team to strip the Camaro down to its black-and-white graphic camo for the best look yet at Chevy’s new, Alpha-based Mustang fighter.		The new Panamera rides on a Porsche-developed platform dubbed “MSB.” Along with underpinning this Panamera, the MSB is expected to provide the basis for the Bentley Flying Spur. A version of the MSB platform is also expected to be used for the next mid-engine Boxster/Cayman, along with the next rear-engined 911. The Panamera will serve as the launch vehicle for the new MSB platform. The new Panamera is expected to spawn a wider model array than the current version, with a Shooting Brake/Wagon variant taking cues from ’12’s Sport Turismo concept, to be joined by a large two-door coupe and convertible. Considering Porsche’s traditionally slow development process as a benchmark, this second-generation Panamera is expected to reach the market in ’16 as a ’17 model.

SEMA News—December 2014

Guide to Protect Trademarks, Patents and Copyrights Available Online

SEMA’s new member guide describing the process by which businesses can protect their intellectual property (IP) rights is now available online at www.sema.org/intellectual-property-rights-guide. A hard copy of “Trademarks, Patents & Copyrights: What SEMA Members Need to Know” was also sent to members through the U.S. mail.

SEMA published the guide to help members understand their rights and to protect their investments. It provides a basic overview of the law governing trademarks, patents, copyrights and trade secrets. It’s intended as a reference tool to help identify IP priorities and when to consider working with an attorney who practices IP law.

Whether it is registering an IP or enforcing against counterfeits and infringing products, SEMA strives to provide members with the tools necessary to take those actions.

For additional details, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

Light-Truck Accessory Market on the Rise

A rebound in accessory and appearance products has helped to drive the current growth. A closer look at the market reveals that while off-road product sales have held relatively steady since 2007, they increased more than 6% in 2013. For product categories, manufacturer sales in the off-road market are led by wheel, tire and suspension products, followed by accessory and appearance products, and performance components.

“The light-truck sector has always been an important part of the specialty-equipment market, as trucks are accessorized for a wide variety of applications,” stated Gavin Knapp, SEMA senior market research manager. “With new truck sales on the rise again and the economy stabilizing, the light-truck parts and accessories market looks set to re-emerge as a growth engine for the industry.”

This information and more is available through the recently released 2014 SEMA Annual Market Report. Members can download a free copy of the report. The report provides detailed insight on the compact-
performance, street-performance, light-truck, off-road, restyling, restoration, street-rod and custom, and racing niches.

SEMA News—December 2014

Guide to Protect Trademarks, Patents and Copyrights Available Online

SEMA’s new member guide describing the process by which businesses can protect their intellectual property (IP) rights is now available online at www.sema.org/intellectual-property-rights-guide. A hard copy of “Trademarks, Patents & Copyrights: What SEMA Members Need to Know” was also sent to members through the U.S. mail.

SEMA published the guide to help members understand their rights and to protect their investments. It provides a basic overview of the law governing trademarks, patents, copyrights and trade secrets. It’s intended as a reference tool to help identify IP priorities and when to consider working with an attorney who practices IP law.

Whether it is registering an IP or enforcing against counterfeits and infringing products, SEMA strives to provide members with the tools necessary to take those actions.

For additional details, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

Light-Truck Accessory Market on the Rise

A rebound in accessory and appearance products has helped to drive the current growth. A closer look at the market reveals that while off-road product sales have held relatively steady since 2007, they increased more than 6% in 2013. For product categories, manufacturer sales in the off-road market are led by wheel, tire and suspension products, followed by accessory and appearance products, and performance components.

“The light-truck sector has always been an important part of the specialty-equipment market, as trucks are accessorized for a wide variety of applications,” stated Gavin Knapp, SEMA senior market research manager. “With new truck sales on the rise again and the economy stabilizing, the light-truck parts and accessories market looks set to re-emerge as a growth engine for the industry.”

This information and more is available through the recently released 2014 SEMA Annual Market Report. Members can download a free copy of the report. The report provides detailed insight on the compact-
performance, street-performance, light-truck, off-road, restyling, restoration, street-rod and custom, and racing niches.

SEMA News—December 2014

Guide to Protect Trademarks, Patents and Copyrights Available Online

SEMA’s new member guide describing the process by which businesses can protect their intellectual property (IP) rights is now available online at www.sema.org/intellectual-property-rights-guide. A hard copy of “Trademarks, Patents & Copyrights: What SEMA Members Need to Know” was also sent to members through the U.S. mail.

SEMA published the guide to help members understand their rights and to protect their investments. It provides a basic overview of the law governing trademarks, patents, copyrights and trade secrets. It’s intended as a reference tool to help identify IP priorities and when to consider working with an attorney who practices IP law.

Whether it is registering an IP or enforcing against counterfeits and infringing products, SEMA strives to provide members with the tools necessary to take those actions.

For additional details, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

Light-Truck Accessory Market on the Rise

A rebound in accessory and appearance products has helped to drive the current growth. A closer look at the market reveals that while off-road product sales have held relatively steady since 2007, they increased more than 6% in 2013. For product categories, manufacturer sales in the off-road market are led by wheel, tire and suspension products, followed by accessory and appearance products, and performance components.

“The light-truck sector has always been an important part of the specialty-equipment market, as trucks are accessorized for a wide variety of applications,” stated Gavin Knapp, SEMA senior market research manager. “With new truck sales on the rise again and the economy stabilizing, the light-truck parts and accessories market looks set to re-emerge as a growth engine for the industry.”

This information and more is available through the recently released 2014 SEMA Annual Market Report. Members can download a free copy of the report. The report provides detailed insight on the compact-
performance, street-performance, light-truck, off-road, restyling, restoration, street-rod and custom, and racing niches.

SEMA News—December 2014

Guide to Protect Trademarks, Patents and Copyrights Available Online

SEMA’s new member guide describing the process by which businesses can protect their intellectual property (IP) rights is now available online at www.sema.org/intellectual-property-rights-guide. A hard copy of “Trademarks, Patents & Copyrights: What SEMA Members Need to Know” was also sent to members through the U.S. mail.

SEMA published the guide to help members understand their rights and to protect their investments. It provides a basic overview of the law governing trademarks, patents, copyrights and trade secrets. It’s intended as a reference tool to help identify IP priorities and when to consider working with an attorney who practices IP law.

Whether it is registering an IP or enforcing against counterfeits and infringing products, SEMA strives to provide members with the tools necessary to take those actions.

For additional details, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

Light-Truck Accessory Market on the Rise

A rebound in accessory and appearance products has helped to drive the current growth. A closer look at the market reveals that while off-road product sales have held relatively steady since 2007, they increased more than 6% in 2013. For product categories, manufacturer sales in the off-road market are led by wheel, tire and suspension products, followed by accessory and appearance products, and performance components.

“The light-truck sector has always been an important part of the specialty-equipment market, as trucks are accessorized for a wide variety of applications,” stated Gavin Knapp, SEMA senior market research manager. “With new truck sales on the rise again and the economy stabilizing, the light-truck parts and accessories market looks set to re-emerge as a growth engine for the industry.”

This information and more is available through the recently released 2014 SEMA Annual Market Report. Members can download a free copy of the report. The report provides detailed insight on the compact-
performance, street-performance, light-truck, off-road, restyling, restoration, street-rod and custom, and racing niches.

SEMA News—December 2014

Guide to Protect Trademarks, Patents and Copyrights Available Online

SEMA’s new member guide describing the process by which businesses can protect their intellectual property (IP) rights is now available online at www.sema.org/intellectual-property-rights-guide. A hard copy of “Trademarks, Patents & Copyrights: What SEMA Members Need to Know” was also sent to members through the U.S. mail.

SEMA published the guide to help members understand their rights and to protect their investments. It provides a basic overview of the law governing trademarks, patents, copyrights and trade secrets. It’s intended as a reference tool to help identify IP priorities and when to consider working with an attorney who practices IP law.

Whether it is registering an IP or enforcing against counterfeits and infringing products, SEMA strives to provide members with the tools necessary to take those actions.

For additional details, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

Light-Truck Accessory Market on the Rise

A rebound in accessory and appearance products has helped to drive the current growth. A closer look at the market reveals that while off-road product sales have held relatively steady since 2007, they increased more than 6% in 2013. For product categories, manufacturer sales in the off-road market are led by wheel, tire and suspension products, followed by accessory and appearance products, and performance components.

“The light-truck sector has always been an important part of the specialty-equipment market, as trucks are accessorized for a wide variety of applications,” stated Gavin Knapp, SEMA senior market research manager. “With new truck sales on the rise again and the economy stabilizing, the light-truck parts and accessories market looks set to re-emerge as a growth engine for the industry.”

This information and more is available through the recently released 2014 SEMA Annual Market Report. Members can download a free copy of the report. The report provides detailed insight on the compact-
performance, street-performance, light-truck, off-road, restyling, restoration, street-rod and custom, and racing niches.

SEMA News—December 2014

Guide to Protect Trademarks, Patents and Copyrights Available Online

SEMA’s new member guide describing the process by which businesses can protect their intellectual property (IP) rights is now available online at www.sema.org/intellectual-property-rights-guide. A hard copy of “Trademarks, Patents & Copyrights: What SEMA Members Need to Know” was also sent to members through the U.S. mail.

SEMA published the guide to help members understand their rights and to protect their investments. It provides a basic overview of the law governing trademarks, patents, copyrights and trade secrets. It’s intended as a reference tool to help identify IP priorities and when to consider working with an attorney who practices IP law.

Whether it is registering an IP or enforcing against counterfeits and infringing products, SEMA strives to provide members with the tools necessary to take those actions.

For additional details, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

Light-Truck Accessory Market on the Rise

A rebound in accessory and appearance products has helped to drive the current growth. A closer look at the market reveals that while off-road product sales have held relatively steady since 2007, they increased more than 6% in 2013. For product categories, manufacturer sales in the off-road market are led by wheel, tire and suspension products, followed by accessory and appearance products, and performance components.

“The light-truck sector has always been an important part of the specialty-equipment market, as trucks are accessorized for a wide variety of applications,” stated Gavin Knapp, SEMA senior market research manager. “With new truck sales on the rise again and the economy stabilizing, the light-truck parts and accessories market looks set to re-emerge as a growth engine for the industry.”

This information and more is available through the recently released 2014 SEMA Annual Market Report. Members can download a free copy of the report. The report provides detailed insight on the compact-
performance, street-performance, light-truck, off-road, restyling, restoration, street-rod and custom, and racing niches.