Thu, 07/03/2014 - 08:26
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Rockland Boulders Invites You to Show Off Your Car at July 11 CCAD Event at Provident Bank Park

The Rockland Boulders have announced that they will host their first annual Collector Car Appreciation Night, Friday, July 11, at Provident Bank Park. Prior to watching the Boulders take on the New Jersey Jackals, fans can come and show off their classic car, show car or hot rod.

Interested in displaying your vehicle? Reserve your game-day tickets and use the special offer code "CARSHOW." Once you have your ticket, contact Tom Triglia at 845-364-0009, ext. 230, to cement your place in our car show.

Stacey David’s “GearZ” Is Coming to Velocity

Rattletrap Productions, Inc. has announced that Stacey David’s “GearZ” is coming to Velocity by Discovery in October and November 2014. The airtime will be at 8:30 a.m. (EST) on Sunday mornings on the Velocity channel—a Discovery network primarily comprised of automotive programming, and one of the fastest-growing cable networks among men. It is currently available in 63 million households.
 
“GearZ” will also continue syndication on MAVTV on Fridays and Sundays, elevating the viewership potential of this award-winning DIY show to close to 100 million. Viewers can also get access to full-length, commercial-free HD episodes through the online community entitled GearZNation. 
 


“We are excited to add GearZ to the Fall Velocity lineup” said Stacey David, executive producer and host of Stacey David’s “GearZ.” “Velocity is a network that is well known for automotive content, and with the current growth, is quickly establishing themselves as a premier automotive-oriented channel.”

With more than 100 episodes in syndication, Stacey David’s “GearZ” is full of how-to editorial that covers everything from hardcore fabrication to makeovers, to simple tips and tricks. It’s also packed with informative stories on people, products and events that shape the whole gearhead experience.

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The HKS Hipermax Buy & Try offer and HKS Premium Day sweepstakesgives Motovicity customers 50% off MSRP on their choice of HKS Hipermax performance coilover kits from July 1–October 31, 2014.
  

Motovicity Announces HKS Buy & Try/Premium Day Contest

Motovicity Distribution has announced the HKS Hipermax Buy & Try offer and HKS Premium Day sweepstakes for performance shops and aftermarket retailers. The limited-time offer gives Motovicity customers 50% off MSRP on their choice of HKS Hipermax performance coilover kits from July 1–October 31, 2014. During that same time period, for every $500 of HKS Hipermax purchases, Motovicity customers will also receive one entry to win a trip for two to the 2015 HKS Premium Day event held at the iconic Fuji Speedway in Japan.

“This is a rare opportunity for our customers to not only earn a significant discount on HKS products but to participate in one of the most coveted events in the industry,” said Motovicity Brand Manager Scott Cole. “It’s just one of the many ways we support our retailers and brands—and build enthusiastic and knowledgeable brand ambassadors along the way.”

Motovicity customers can use the Buy & Try promotional discount as often as they like, either on their own shop vehicles or by passing the savings along to their customers.

For more information, call a Motovicity sales representative at 888.SPEED.16. The contest is open to Motovicity customers only. For official rules, beginning July 1, 2014, log onto your customer account at Motovicity.com and click on "HKS Official Promotion Rules" in the toolbar.

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Jim Wilkins
  

Performance Industry Publishing Has a New Owner

About 10 years ago, longtime automotive aftermarket veteran Fleet Thompson started Performance Industry Publishing (PIP) to help facilitate communications between manufacturers, jobbers/retailers and consumers to stimulate sales. With the industry in a constant state of flux, Thompson felt he needed help to take PIP “to the next level,” so he recently sold the company to manufacturer James Wilkins, who takes over as president and CEO.

“I recognized I needed someone like Jim to spearhead the company and guide its growth,” said Thompson, who will remain with PIP and head up the company’s marketing and sales. “Jim fit the slot perfectly.”

Wilkins, who has an engineering degree from Rochester Institute of Technology, is also the owner of Centillion Industries, which manufactures automotive aftermarket and motorcycle parts for OEMs. Wilkins said he was drawn to PIP because “I've always enjoyed helping businesses save money and expand their sales…and that’s exactly what PIP does. Fleet and I share a common vision for what we can do to help manufacturers increase sales and reduce costs.”

Wilkins added, “We plan to continue to build on our web marketing, which is evolving daily as the interaction with social media and the interests and habits of end-users develops new opportunities. Staying on top of the rapid changes in web marketing and social media trends, and knowing which sites and trends are appropriate venues for our clients is a major benefit we provide. It’s also an exciting and rewarding task for us, which allows our clients to concentrate on what they do best—developing and manufacturing new products.”

Pulstar Pulse Plugs Named the Official Plugs of SVRA

Enerpulse Technologies has announced that the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) has named its Pulstar Pulse Plugs the “Official Plug” of the SVRA. Pulstar Pulse Plugs Performance Expert Al Unser Jr. won the June 8 Charity Indy Legends Pro-Am Race with his amateur partner Peter Klutt as part of the three-day inaugural SVRA Brickyard Vintage Racing Invitational at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Unser Jr. also signed autographs for fans at the Pulstar booth in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s famed Gasoline Alley. Unser Jr. plans to use Pulstar Pulse Plugs in his future vintage race competitions.

Thu, 07/03/2014 - 08:25

Strengthen Your Company Through Community

No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, reps, trucks or wheels and tires—there's a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of niche-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular market segment.


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Connect with Hot Rodders and Discuss Online Trends

By Amanda Gubbins

The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) will hold two general membership meetings in July. These events give HRIA members the chance to connect with each other, meet the council leadership and learn more about industry developments. Included on the agenda for both meetings is an interactive discussion entitled, “Print vs. Online—Are You Ready?” Attendees will share and hear from other members about strategies for advertising in a changing media landscape.

Council members and those interested in exploring group membership are invited to attend one of the following:

Thursday, July 10, 2014
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
17th Annual Goodguys PPG Nationals
Ohio Expo Center, Celeste Building
Columbus, Ohio
Visit www.good-guys.com for more information.
Register now

Wednesday, July 30, 2014
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
NSRA National Street Rod Nationals
Louisville, Kentucky Fairgrounds
Visit www.nsra-usa.com for more information.
Register now

For more information about registration, contact Council Coordinator Amanda Gubbins.

 

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Intended to celebrate the classics of the past and the future, Collector Car Appreciation Day events can be as simple as encouraging staff members to drive their special ride to work.
  

SEMA Members Industrywide Encouraged to Host Collector Car Appreciation Day Events

By SEMA Editors

Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD) will return for its fifth commemoration, July 11, and SEMA-member companies are encouraged to recognize this annual celebration by hosting their own events. At the request of the SEMA Action Network (SAN), this “holiday” has been marked each year since 2010 by a U.S. Senate Resolution.

Intended to celebrate the classics of the past and the future, these events can be as simple as encouraging staff members to drive their special ride to work. Other ideas include hosting a community car show, staging an open house or promoting a “holiday sale” in honor of CCAD. Members can partner with local car clubs, community groups and other automotive businesses. Invite your local legislators to participate as well. The SAN can help with identifying these legislators and locating car clubs and museums near you.

Whether public or private, register your July gathering to take advantage of promotional support from SEMA. Participating organizers will receive a copy of the year’s U.S. Senate Resolution for display at each registered event.

Visit www.semasan.com/CCAD for details, event listings, planning suggestions and registration. Contact SAN Director Colby Martin at SAN@sema.org for more information.

Carlisle Truck Nationals Give Platform for Free Product Promotion

By Amanda Gubbins

For the fifth year, accessory manufacturers for light trucks, Jeeps, off-road vehicles and SUVs are invited to display new products at the Carlisle Truck Nationals, August 1–3.

The TORA New Products Showcase provides council members with a platform to promote their new products to one of the largest groups of truck enthusiasts in the country. The products are housed in the TORA tent, where attendees can view the descriptions and inquire about purchase options from 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. each day. The accessories are also professionally photographed for use with descriptions on www.sema.org, and presentations at the TORA booth and awards reception at the SEMA Show.

All of this exposure is available to TORA members for only the cost of shipping the products to Carlisle Events. Register today to save a place for your product.

Not yet a member? Need more info about the event? Contact Clayton Drescher at 909-978-6696.

Brainstorm Solutions to Your Pressing Business Challenges

By Amanda Gubbins

Leaders of the light-truck, off-road, Jeep, diesel and SUV industries will meet July 16 for an industry discussion and TORA Long-Range Planning meeting. Members of the council and those who are interested in learning more about the benefits it offers are invited to attend from 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

The meeting will take place at the SEMA Garage–Industry Innovations Center in Diamond Bar, California. Attendees will spend time discussing issues they face in their business, and developing strategies that SEMA and the TORA can use to address them. For member companies, participating is a chance to let the association know in person what challenges their businesses face, and to be a part of the solutions. Lunch will be served with an opportunity to network with members of the Professional Restylers Organization (PRO).

For those who can’t make the trip to Southern California, sessions can be attended through web meeting services and teleconference lines.

Register today to save your seat. To learn more about the event, contact Clayton Drescher at 909-978-6696.

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Planning the Future of the Restyling and Accessory Business

By Clayton Drescher

On July 16, 2014, leaders of the restyling and accessory world will converge at SEMA headquarters in Diamond Bar, California. Join the Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) as they hold their Long-Range Planning meeting and industry discussion. The SEMA Garage–Industry Innovations Center will play host as leading manufacturers, WDs, installers and restyling professionals discuss the future of the industry and develop strategies that SEMA and the PRO Select Committee will use in addressing the challenges and opportunities confronting your business.

Your insight and perspective is critical. Whether your business has been impacted by new trends in auto sales and discretionary spending, vehicle technology, installation concerns, or if there is a need to identify markets for expansion, you will benefit by being in the room when these and other topics are discussed.

The meeting is open to all employees of PRO-member companies, as well as those interested in joining PRO. The day will include a joint networking luncheon with members of the Truck and Off-Road Alliance (TORA) council.

Traveling from out of town? Contact us for quality hotel options in the area. Not able to attend but want to stay involved? Consider attending the sessions through our web meeting services and teleconference lines.

Register online today. For more information about the meeting, contact Clayton Drescher at 909-978-6696.

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Sue Wilkerson

  

SBN Member of the Month: Sue Wilkerson, Champion Cooling Systems

Sue Wilkerson of Champion Cooling Systems, located in Lake Elsinore, California, is the SBN’s Member of the Month.

What does your company do?

We manufacture all-aluminum radiators for classic cars, hot rods and trucks, as well as plastic-aluminum replacement radiators for newer model cars and trucks.

What is your position?

I oversee all sales and marketing activity for the company.

What is the most satisfying aspect of your job?

Meeting owners of lovingly restored classic cars, interviewing them and photographing their prize possessions.

How long have you been involved with the aftermarket industry?

Six months.

What brought you to the industry?

A lifelong love of classic and musclecars.

What is the best piece of advice you have ever received?

Don’t wait for an opportunity; create one.

What would someone meeting you for the first time be surprised to learn?


That I’m a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and a certified personal trainer.

What is your dream car?

A ’67 R/S Camaro

What is your favorite pastime?

Camping, Jeeping and attending classic car shows.

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Thu, 07/03/2014 - 08:24

By SEMA Editors

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The early bird deadline for Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino and Paris Las Vegas is July 7.

 

 

Travel Planners—the Official Housing Service of the SEMA Show—has provided a list of early bird rates and deadlines for several hotel properties. Showgoers are encouraged to visit the Travel & Lodging page on www.SEMAShow.com to lock in these guaranteed low rates.

Hotel Early Bird Rates

Deadline - July 7
  • Ballys Las Vegas
  • Caesars Palace
  • Flamingo Las Vegas
  • Harrah's Las Vegas
  • Paris Las Vegas
  • Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino
  • The Quad Resort & Casino
Deadline - July 15
  • Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas
  • Riviera Hotel and Casino
  • Trump Hotel Las Vegas
  • Westin Las Vegas (Formerly Casuarina)
Deadline - August 5
  • Aria Resort and Casino Las Vegas
  • Bellagio
  • Excalibur
  • Luxor Hotel and Casino
  • MGM Grand Hotel Casino
  • Mirage Hotel and Casino
  • Monte Carlo Resort and Casino
  • New York New York Hotel and Casino
  • Vdara Hotel and Spa

Deadline - August 15

  • Signature at MGM Grand

Deadline - August 29

  • LVH (Formerly the Hilton)
Thu, 07/03/2014 - 08:24

By SEMA Editors

planet hollywood
The early bird deadline for Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino and Paris Las Vegas is July 7.

 

 

Travel Planners—the Official Housing Service of the SEMA Show—has provided a list of early bird rates and deadlines for several hotel properties. Showgoers are encouraged to visit the Travel & Lodging page on www.SEMAShow.com to lock in these guaranteed low rates.

Hotel Early Bird Rates

Deadline - July 7
  • Ballys Las Vegas
  • Caesars Palace
  • Flamingo Las Vegas
  • Harrah's Las Vegas
  • Paris Las Vegas
  • Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino
  • The Quad Resort & Casino
Deadline - July 15
  • Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas
  • Riviera Hotel and Casino
  • Trump Hotel Las Vegas
  • Westin Las Vegas (Formerly Casuarina)
Deadline - August 5
  • Aria Resort and Casino Las Vegas
  • Bellagio
  • Excalibur
  • Luxor Hotel and Casino
  • MGM Grand Hotel Casino
  • Mirage Hotel and Casino
  • Monte Carlo Resort and Casino
  • New York New York Hotel and Casino
  • Vdara Hotel and Spa

Deadline - August 15

  • Signature at MGM Grand

Deadline - August 29

  • LVH (Formerly the Hilton)
Thu, 07/03/2014 - 08:23
A collection of race cars from the 2013 SEMA Show floor.
Thu, 07/03/2014 - 08:23
A collection of race cars from the 2013 SEMA Show floor.
Thu, 07/03/2014 - 08:22
 SEMA Show, products for project vehicles
  

By SEMA Editors

Exhibitors of the 2014 SEMA Show are expanding their Show floor presence by offering products to builders through the list below. The information in the list is supplied by this year’s exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product can contact the exhibitor directly.

All product-placement decisions and negotiations are the responsibility of the manufacturers and the builders. Participation in the list does not guarantee product placement at the 2014 SEMA Show. Below are this week’s submissions.

Exhibitors: To participate in the list, access the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders form located in the SEMA Show Exhibitor Manual.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2014 SEMA Show only. For questions or additional information, contact Jason Catullo at jasonc@sema.org.

Latest Submissions

Engine/Underhood Components

INJEN Technology: Offering a new line of rotational molded intakes for select high-profile image vehicles. Applications offered include all diesel trucks, the ’14 Corvette, ’12–’14 Jeep JK (includes snorkel) and ’15 Subaru STi. INJEN is also offering its full line of high-performance air intake systems for sport compacts, modern-day musclecars, trucks and SUVs, including both gas and diesel applications. The INJEN SP intake line features the patented Air Fusion and MR Technology, and every intake system produced comes with a high-performance air filters manufactured in the United States utilizing proprietary SuperNano-Web filtration media. Contact: Jay Crouch, jay@injen.com. Website: www.injen.com.

JET Performance Products: Performance Programmers, performance modules, throttle bodies, spacers, mass air sensors, low-temp thermostat. Contact: updates@powerbyjet.com; 714-848-5515. Website: www.jetchip.com.

Exterior Components/Accessories

Fastway Trailer Products: Towing accessories, aluminum adjustable hitches, self locking aluminum adjustable hitches, anti rattle aluminum adjustable hitches, aluminum ball mounts, weight distributing hitches, zip coiled breakaway cables, wheel chocks, flip automatic tongue jack extension foot, chain up safety chain holder, coupler locks, locking hitch pins, pad locks. Contact: Trevor Millar, tmillar@fastwaytrailer.com; 877-523-9103. Website: www.fastwaytrailer.com.

PIAA: LED/HID/halogen light kits/light bars and bulbs, silicone performance wiper blades. Contact: Justin MacLauchlan,  justin.maclauchlan@piaa.com; 503-489-6666, ext. 2080. Website: www.piaa.com.

Suspension/Brake Components

QA1: coil-over and non-coil-over shocks and struts, springs, control arms, k-members, strut tower braces, anti-hop bars, sway bars and many other suspension components. Contact: Kaitlyn Nelson, knelson@qa1.net; 952-985-5675.

Previous Submissions

Engine/Underhood Components

Borla Performance Industries Inc.: Selected exhaust and induction parts. Contact: Tracie Percell, relations@borla.com; 423-979-4002. Website: www.borla.com.

SamcoSport: Performance silicone hoses and accessories. Contact: Paul Hinder, paul@samcosport.com; +441443238464. Website: www.samcosport.com.

Standard Motor Products Inc.: Performance ignition wires and battery cables. Contact: Mike Maxwell, mike.maxwell@smpcorp.com; 913-441-6500. Website: www.bluestreakwire.com.

Exterior Components/Accessories

AnzoUSA: U-bar headlights, LED taillights, LED 3rd lights, off-road lights. Contact: Shaun Callaway, shaun@anzousa.com; 909-590-8618. Website: www.anzousa.com.

ATC Truck Covers: Fiberglass tonneau cover (SRT Lid) for 2014-2015 Chevy Silverados and fiberglass truck caps for most makes and models. Contact: Brant Combs, brantcombs@atctruckcovers.com; 785-448-5577. Website: www.atctruckcovers.com.  

BASF Corp.: BASF Foose colors, R-M Carizzma (Candy) paint, R-M Onyx HD Waterborne, Glasurit 90-Line and Limco finishes available. Contact: Brian Fox, Brian.fox@basfpaintnews.cpm; 717-577-6449. Website: www.basfrefinish.com; CarizzmaColor.com;

BedRug/Advantage/Retrax: The complete line of Retrax retractable pickup bed covers. Contact: Andy Nephew,anephew@retrax.com; 701-746-5596. Website: www.retrax.comBASFPaintNews.com.

Big Mike's Performance Parts: STO N SHO quick release front license plate bracket. Contact: Mashell Tripp, mashell@bigmikesperformanceparts.com; 831-663-4849.

Cequent Performance Products: Towing hitches, receiver tubes, hitch balls; fifth wheel hitches; weight distribution systems; pin boxes; goosenecks; jacks; couplers; winches. Bike racks, roof racks, cargo baskets and containers. Contact: Carol Doney, cdoney@cequentgroup.com; 734-656-3010. Website: www.cequentgroup.com/Brand/All.

Daystar Products: Hood vents and hood cowls for Jeep JK Wranglers. Hood cowls for Jeep TJ Wranglers. Contact: Mark Turner,mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com

Kleinn Air Horns: Air horns, train horns and train horn upgrade systems. Please send complete project proposal, including booth number. Contact: Lance Martz, lancem@kleinn.com; 520-579-1531. Website: www.kleinn.com

LINE-X: Truck Gear by LINE-X 5" oval step bar. Each bar is constructed from high-quality T304 stainless steel tubing, offered in a straight design or 45 degree bends, welded end caps. Nationwide, lifetime, end-to-end warranty. Contact: cliveoak@linexmail.com; 256-713-4265. Website: www.truckgear.com.  

Napier Enterprises: Vehicle camping tents. Contact: Christina Richards, marketing@napieroutdoors.com; 905-935-0427, ext. 35. Website: www.napieroutdoors.com

ORACLE Lighting: ORACLE Lighting headlight halo kits for many late-model vehicles. SMD Technology with custom colors available. Professional installation service also available to confirmed display vehicles. Lighting must be “on” during the SEMA Show to qualify for sponsorship. Contact: Jonathan Barber, jonathan@oraclelights.com; 800-407-5776, ext. 390. Website: www.oraclelights.com.

Superwinch: Winches. Contact: Rachael Glenn, rglenn@superwinch.com; 860-412-1438. Website: www.superwinch.com.  

Surco Products Inc.: Off-road roof racks for Jeep Wranglers, SUVs and trucks. Contact: Osnat Surkin, osnatsurkin@surcoinc.com; 310-323-2520. Website: www.surcoinc.com.

Topline Products: Verde custom wheels. V-Rock offroad wheels. Contact: Paul, paul@tradeunion.com; 909-628-7500. Website:www.verdecustomwheels.com.  

T-REX Grilles: American-made T-REX Grilles, including Billet Series grilles, X-Metal Series mesh grilles, Torch LED Series grilles, Upper Class Mesh grilles, Graphic Series billet and mesh grilles, and Sport Series mesh grilles. Contact: Marketing, Info@trexbillet.com; 951-270-5388. Website: www.trexbillet.com.

TRUFIBER: 2007–2014 Jeep Wrangler fiberglass heat-extractor hood. Contact: Phil Truong, phil@trufiber.com; 951-270-3222.

TruXmart: Unique hard and Soft folding tonneau covers for major makes and models available for SEMA 2014 trucks! Contact: Steven Rossi, srossi@truxmartcovers.com; 888-554-8789. Website: www.truxmartcovers.com.

Wipe New: Wipe New trim restore, Wipe New tires, Wipe New headlight restore, Wipe New wheels. Contact: Nick Naylor,nnaylor@wipenew.com; 757-463-6653, ext. 1321. Website: www.wipenew.com

Interior Components/Accessories 

Daystar Products: Dash panel and switch panels for Jeep JK Wranglers. Contact: Mark Turner, mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com.

Slamstop: Soft-close door device compatible for all makes and models. Adds an elegant touch to the doors to mechanically pull in the car door. SLAMSTOP is installed inside the door panel. Contact: Nicky Hamila, nhamila@jmprpublicrelations.com; 818-992-4353. Website: www.slamstop.net

Wipe New: Wipe New trim restore. Contact: Nick Naylor, nnaylor@wipenew.com; 757-463-6653, ext. 1321. Website:www.wipenew.com

Suspension/Brake Components

BDS Suspension: Hardcore suspension lifts and accessories. Contact: Kent Wyatt, kwatt@sporttruckusainc.com; 517-279-2135. Website: www.bds-suspension.com.

Cequent Performance Products: Brake controls for towing, vehicle illumination, wiring. Contact: Carol Doney, cdoney@cequentgroup.com; 734-656-3010. Website: www.cequentgroup.com/Brand/All.

Daystar Products: American-made leveling kits for all trucks and SUVs. Contact: Mark Turner, mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com.  

Eibach: Pro-Kit or Sportline performance spring kits. Contact: Jonathan Wong, jwong@eibach.com; 951-256-8300. Website: www.eibach.com.

Kleinn Air Horns: Contact: Onboard air systems. Please send complete project proposal, including booth number. Lance Martz,lancem@kleinn.com; 520-579-1531. Website: www.kleinn.com

MaxTrac Suspension: Complete line of lifting, leveling, and lowering kits for trucks and SUVs. Contact: Bob Sager, bob@maxtracsuspension.com; 714-630-0363. Website: www.maxtracsuspension.com.

MGP Caliper Covers: MGP Caliper Covers - Custom logo and color options are available for select vehicles. Officially Licensed by Ford, GM, Mopar, Shelby American and Weld Racing. Contact: Ben Wong, ben.wong@calipercovers.com; 877-995-0003. Website: www.calipercovers.com.

Performance Accessories/OR-Fab: Premium lift system (body and leveling kit) that raises the vehicle five inches without altering the factory suspension or affecting stability controls. Can run up to a 35-inch tire. Contact: Melissa Jenkins, mjenkins@p-a-g.net; 928-636-3180. Website: www.performanceaccessories.com.

ReadyLIFT Suspension Inc.: High-quality suspension lift kits, leveling kits, rear block kits and performance shocks for trucks, Jeeps and SUVs. Contact: Vince Pistonetti, vince@readylift.com; 714-463-1731. 

Wheels & Tires

Achilles Tire: Tires. Contact: Harue Gard, harue.gard@itatire.com; 818-715-7080. Website: www.achillestireusa.com.

Atturo Tire: Seeking a select few vehicles to feature company tires. We are interested in high- performance SUVs and CUVs, lifted 4x4 and unique SUV builds. Contact: Michael Mathis, 855-632-8031. Website: www.atturo.com

Other Products/Services

Daystar Products: D Ring isolators in all colors. Winch isolators so the hook is nested in place. Contact: Mark Turner,mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com

HornBlasters Inc.: On-board air systems and train/air horns. Contact: Rigo Avila, rigo@hornblasters.com; 813-783-8058.

ORACLE Lighting: LED light bar side mirrors for Jeep Wrangler JK and Ford F-150/ Ford Raptor. Contact: Jonathan Barber, jonathan@oraclelights.com; 800-407-5776, ext. 390. Website: www.oraclelights.com.

Thu, 07/03/2014 - 08:22
 SEMA Show, products for project vehicles
  

By SEMA Editors

Exhibitors of the 2014 SEMA Show are expanding their Show floor presence by offering products to builders through the list below. The information in the list is supplied by this year’s exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product can contact the exhibitor directly.

All product-placement decisions and negotiations are the responsibility of the manufacturers and the builders. Participation in the list does not guarantee product placement at the 2014 SEMA Show. Below are this week’s submissions.

Exhibitors: To participate in the list, access the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders form located in the SEMA Show Exhibitor Manual.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2014 SEMA Show only. For questions or additional information, contact Jason Catullo at jasonc@sema.org.

Latest Submissions

Engine/Underhood Components

INJEN Technology: Offering a new line of rotational molded intakes for select high-profile image vehicles. Applications offered include all diesel trucks, the ’14 Corvette, ’12–’14 Jeep JK (includes snorkel) and ’15 Subaru STi. INJEN is also offering its full line of high-performance air intake systems for sport compacts, modern-day musclecars, trucks and SUVs, including both gas and diesel applications. The INJEN SP intake line features the patented Air Fusion and MR Technology, and every intake system produced comes with a high-performance air filters manufactured in the United States utilizing proprietary SuperNano-Web filtration media. Contact: Jay Crouch, jay@injen.com. Website: www.injen.com.

JET Performance Products: Performance Programmers, performance modules, throttle bodies, spacers, mass air sensors, low-temp thermostat. Contact: updates@powerbyjet.com; 714-848-5515. Website: www.jetchip.com.

Exterior Components/Accessories

Fastway Trailer Products: Towing accessories, aluminum adjustable hitches, self locking aluminum adjustable hitches, anti rattle aluminum adjustable hitches, aluminum ball mounts, weight distributing hitches, zip coiled breakaway cables, wheel chocks, flip automatic tongue jack extension foot, chain up safety chain holder, coupler locks, locking hitch pins, pad locks. Contact: Trevor Millar, tmillar@fastwaytrailer.com; 877-523-9103. Website: www.fastwaytrailer.com.

PIAA: LED/HID/halogen light kits/light bars and bulbs, silicone performance wiper blades. Contact: Justin MacLauchlan,  justin.maclauchlan@piaa.com; 503-489-6666, ext. 2080. Website: www.piaa.com.

Suspension/Brake Components

QA1: coil-over and non-coil-over shocks and struts, springs, control arms, k-members, strut tower braces, anti-hop bars, sway bars and many other suspension components. Contact: Kaitlyn Nelson, knelson@qa1.net; 952-985-5675.

Previous Submissions

Engine/Underhood Components

Borla Performance Industries Inc.: Selected exhaust and induction parts. Contact: Tracie Percell, relations@borla.com; 423-979-4002. Website: www.borla.com.

SamcoSport: Performance silicone hoses and accessories. Contact: Paul Hinder, paul@samcosport.com; +441443238464. Website: www.samcosport.com.

Standard Motor Products Inc.: Performance ignition wires and battery cables. Contact: Mike Maxwell, mike.maxwell@smpcorp.com; 913-441-6500. Website: www.bluestreakwire.com.

Exterior Components/Accessories

AnzoUSA: U-bar headlights, LED taillights, LED 3rd lights, off-road lights. Contact: Shaun Callaway, shaun@anzousa.com; 909-590-8618. Website: www.anzousa.com.

ATC Truck Covers: Fiberglass tonneau cover (SRT Lid) for 2014-2015 Chevy Silverados and fiberglass truck caps for most makes and models. Contact: Brant Combs, brantcombs@atctruckcovers.com; 785-448-5577. Website: www.atctruckcovers.com.  

BASF Corp.: BASF Foose colors, R-M Carizzma (Candy) paint, R-M Onyx HD Waterborne, Glasurit 90-Line and Limco finishes available. Contact: Brian Fox, Brian.fox@basfpaintnews.cpm; 717-577-6449. Website: www.basfrefinish.com; CarizzmaColor.com;

BedRug/Advantage/Retrax: The complete line of Retrax retractable pickup bed covers. Contact: Andy Nephew,anephew@retrax.com; 701-746-5596. Website: www.retrax.comBASFPaintNews.com.

Big Mike's Performance Parts: STO N SHO quick release front license plate bracket. Contact: Mashell Tripp, mashell@bigmikesperformanceparts.com; 831-663-4849.

Cequent Performance Products: Towing hitches, receiver tubes, hitch balls; fifth wheel hitches; weight distribution systems; pin boxes; goosenecks; jacks; couplers; winches. Bike racks, roof racks, cargo baskets and containers. Contact: Carol Doney, cdoney@cequentgroup.com; 734-656-3010. Website: www.cequentgroup.com/Brand/All.

Daystar Products: Hood vents and hood cowls for Jeep JK Wranglers. Hood cowls for Jeep TJ Wranglers. Contact: Mark Turner,mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com

Kleinn Air Horns: Air horns, train horns and train horn upgrade systems. Please send complete project proposal, including booth number. Contact: Lance Martz, lancem@kleinn.com; 520-579-1531. Website: www.kleinn.com

LINE-X: Truck Gear by LINE-X 5" oval step bar. Each bar is constructed from high-quality T304 stainless steel tubing, offered in a straight design or 45 degree bends, welded end caps. Nationwide, lifetime, end-to-end warranty. Contact: cliveoak@linexmail.com; 256-713-4265. Website: www.truckgear.com.  

Napier Enterprises: Vehicle camping tents. Contact: Christina Richards, marketing@napieroutdoors.com; 905-935-0427, ext. 35. Website: www.napieroutdoors.com

ORACLE Lighting: ORACLE Lighting headlight halo kits for many late-model vehicles. SMD Technology with custom colors available. Professional installation service also available to confirmed display vehicles. Lighting must be “on” during the SEMA Show to qualify for sponsorship. Contact: Jonathan Barber, jonathan@oraclelights.com; 800-407-5776, ext. 390. Website: www.oraclelights.com.

Superwinch: Winches. Contact: Rachael Glenn, rglenn@superwinch.com; 860-412-1438. Website: www.superwinch.com.  

Surco Products Inc.: Off-road roof racks for Jeep Wranglers, SUVs and trucks. Contact: Osnat Surkin, osnatsurkin@surcoinc.com; 310-323-2520. Website: www.surcoinc.com.

Topline Products: Verde custom wheels. V-Rock offroad wheels. Contact: Paul, paul@tradeunion.com; 909-628-7500. Website:www.verdecustomwheels.com.  

T-REX Grilles: American-made T-REX Grilles, including Billet Series grilles, X-Metal Series mesh grilles, Torch LED Series grilles, Upper Class Mesh grilles, Graphic Series billet and mesh grilles, and Sport Series mesh grilles. Contact: Marketing, Info@trexbillet.com; 951-270-5388. Website: www.trexbillet.com.

TRUFIBER: 2007–2014 Jeep Wrangler fiberglass heat-extractor hood. Contact: Phil Truong, phil@trufiber.com; 951-270-3222.

TruXmart: Unique hard and Soft folding tonneau covers for major makes and models available for SEMA 2014 trucks! Contact: Steven Rossi, srossi@truxmartcovers.com; 888-554-8789. Website: www.truxmartcovers.com.

Wipe New: Wipe New trim restore, Wipe New tires, Wipe New headlight restore, Wipe New wheels. Contact: Nick Naylor,nnaylor@wipenew.com; 757-463-6653, ext. 1321. Website: www.wipenew.com

Interior Components/Accessories 

Daystar Products: Dash panel and switch panels for Jeep JK Wranglers. Contact: Mark Turner, mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com.

Slamstop: Soft-close door device compatible for all makes and models. Adds an elegant touch to the doors to mechanically pull in the car door. SLAMSTOP is installed inside the door panel. Contact: Nicky Hamila, nhamila@jmprpublicrelations.com; 818-992-4353. Website: www.slamstop.net

Wipe New: Wipe New trim restore. Contact: Nick Naylor, nnaylor@wipenew.com; 757-463-6653, ext. 1321. Website:www.wipenew.com

Suspension/Brake Components

BDS Suspension: Hardcore suspension lifts and accessories. Contact: Kent Wyatt, kwatt@sporttruckusainc.com; 517-279-2135. Website: www.bds-suspension.com.

Cequent Performance Products: Brake controls for towing, vehicle illumination, wiring. Contact: Carol Doney, cdoney@cequentgroup.com; 734-656-3010. Website: www.cequentgroup.com/Brand/All.

Daystar Products: American-made leveling kits for all trucks and SUVs. Contact: Mark Turner, mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com.  

Eibach: Pro-Kit or Sportline performance spring kits. Contact: Jonathan Wong, jwong@eibach.com; 951-256-8300. Website: www.eibach.com.

Kleinn Air Horns: Contact: Onboard air systems. Please send complete project proposal, including booth number. Lance Martz,lancem@kleinn.com; 520-579-1531. Website: www.kleinn.com

MaxTrac Suspension: Complete line of lifting, leveling, and lowering kits for trucks and SUVs. Contact: Bob Sager, bob@maxtracsuspension.com; 714-630-0363. Website: www.maxtracsuspension.com.

MGP Caliper Covers: MGP Caliper Covers - Custom logo and color options are available for select vehicles. Officially Licensed by Ford, GM, Mopar, Shelby American and Weld Racing. Contact: Ben Wong, ben.wong@calipercovers.com; 877-995-0003. Website: www.calipercovers.com.

Performance Accessories/OR-Fab: Premium lift system (body and leveling kit) that raises the vehicle five inches without altering the factory suspension or affecting stability controls. Can run up to a 35-inch tire. Contact: Melissa Jenkins, mjenkins@p-a-g.net; 928-636-3180. Website: www.performanceaccessories.com.

ReadyLIFT Suspension Inc.: High-quality suspension lift kits, leveling kits, rear block kits and performance shocks for trucks, Jeeps and SUVs. Contact: Vince Pistonetti, vince@readylift.com; 714-463-1731. 

Wheels & Tires

Achilles Tire: Tires. Contact: Harue Gard, harue.gard@itatire.com; 818-715-7080. Website: www.achillestireusa.com.

Atturo Tire: Seeking a select few vehicles to feature company tires. We are interested in high- performance SUVs and CUVs, lifted 4x4 and unique SUV builds. Contact: Michael Mathis, 855-632-8031. Website: www.atturo.com

Other Products/Services

Daystar Products: D Ring isolators in all colors. Winch isolators so the hook is nested in place. Contact: Mark Turner,mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com

HornBlasters Inc.: On-board air systems and train/air horns. Contact: Rigo Avila, rigo@hornblasters.com; 813-783-8058.

ORACLE Lighting: LED light bar side mirrors for Jeep Wrangler JK and Ford F-150/ Ford Raptor. Contact: Jonathan Barber, jonathan@oraclelights.com; 800-407-5776, ext. 390. Website: www.oraclelights.com.

Thu, 07/03/2014 - 08:22
 SEMA Show, products for project vehicles
  

By SEMA Editors

Exhibitors of the 2014 SEMA Show are expanding their Show floor presence by offering products to builders through the list below. The information in the list is supplied by this year’s exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product can contact the exhibitor directly.

All product-placement decisions and negotiations are the responsibility of the manufacturers and the builders. Participation in the list does not guarantee product placement at the 2014 SEMA Show. Below are this week’s submissions.

Exhibitors: To participate in the list, access the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders form located in the SEMA Show Exhibitor Manual.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2014 SEMA Show only. For questions or additional information, contact Jason Catullo at jasonc@sema.org.

Latest Submissions

Engine/Underhood Components

INJEN Technology: Offering a new line of rotational molded intakes for select high-profile image vehicles. Applications offered include all diesel trucks, the ’14 Corvette, ’12–’14 Jeep JK (includes snorkel) and ’15 Subaru STi. INJEN is also offering its full line of high-performance air intake systems for sport compacts, modern-day musclecars, trucks and SUVs, including both gas and diesel applications. The INJEN SP intake line features the patented Air Fusion and MR Technology, and every intake system produced comes with a high-performance air filters manufactured in the United States utilizing proprietary SuperNano-Web filtration media. Contact: Jay Crouch, jay@injen.com. Website: www.injen.com.

JET Performance Products: Performance Programmers, performance modules, throttle bodies, spacers, mass air sensors, low-temp thermostat. Contact: updates@powerbyjet.com; 714-848-5515. Website: www.jetchip.com.

Exterior Components/Accessories

Fastway Trailer Products: Towing accessories, aluminum adjustable hitches, self locking aluminum adjustable hitches, anti rattle aluminum adjustable hitches, aluminum ball mounts, weight distributing hitches, zip coiled breakaway cables, wheel chocks, flip automatic tongue jack extension foot, chain up safety chain holder, coupler locks, locking hitch pins, pad locks. Contact: Trevor Millar, tmillar@fastwaytrailer.com; 877-523-9103. Website: www.fastwaytrailer.com.

PIAA: LED/HID/halogen light kits/light bars and bulbs, silicone performance wiper blades. Contact: Justin MacLauchlan,  justin.maclauchlan@piaa.com; 503-489-6666, ext. 2080. Website: www.piaa.com.

Suspension/Brake Components

QA1: coil-over and non-coil-over shocks and struts, springs, control arms, k-members, strut tower braces, anti-hop bars, sway bars and many other suspension components. Contact: Kaitlyn Nelson, knelson@qa1.net; 952-985-5675.

Previous Submissions

Engine/Underhood Components

Borla Performance Industries Inc.: Selected exhaust and induction parts. Contact: Tracie Percell, relations@borla.com; 423-979-4002. Website: www.borla.com.

SamcoSport: Performance silicone hoses and accessories. Contact: Paul Hinder, paul@samcosport.com; +441443238464. Website: www.samcosport.com.

Standard Motor Products Inc.: Performance ignition wires and battery cables. Contact: Mike Maxwell, mike.maxwell@smpcorp.com; 913-441-6500. Website: www.bluestreakwire.com.

Exterior Components/Accessories

AnzoUSA: U-bar headlights, LED taillights, LED 3rd lights, off-road lights. Contact: Shaun Callaway, shaun@anzousa.com; 909-590-8618. Website: www.anzousa.com.

ATC Truck Covers: Fiberglass tonneau cover (SRT Lid) for 2014-2015 Chevy Silverados and fiberglass truck caps for most makes and models. Contact: Brant Combs, brantcombs@atctruckcovers.com; 785-448-5577. Website: www.atctruckcovers.com.  

BASF Corp.: BASF Foose colors, R-M Carizzma (Candy) paint, R-M Onyx HD Waterborne, Glasurit 90-Line and Limco finishes available. Contact: Brian Fox, Brian.fox@basfpaintnews.cpm; 717-577-6449. Website: www.basfrefinish.com; CarizzmaColor.com;

BedRug/Advantage/Retrax: The complete line of Retrax retractable pickup bed covers. Contact: Andy Nephew,anephew@retrax.com; 701-746-5596. Website: www.retrax.comBASFPaintNews.com.

Big Mike's Performance Parts: STO N SHO quick release front license plate bracket. Contact: Mashell Tripp, mashell@bigmikesperformanceparts.com; 831-663-4849.

Cequent Performance Products: Towing hitches, receiver tubes, hitch balls; fifth wheel hitches; weight distribution systems; pin boxes; goosenecks; jacks; couplers; winches. Bike racks, roof racks, cargo baskets and containers. Contact: Carol Doney, cdoney@cequentgroup.com; 734-656-3010. Website: www.cequentgroup.com/Brand/All.

Daystar Products: Hood vents and hood cowls for Jeep JK Wranglers. Hood cowls for Jeep TJ Wranglers. Contact: Mark Turner,mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com

Kleinn Air Horns: Air horns, train horns and train horn upgrade systems. Please send complete project proposal, including booth number. Contact: Lance Martz, lancem@kleinn.com; 520-579-1531. Website: www.kleinn.com

LINE-X: Truck Gear by LINE-X 5" oval step bar. Each bar is constructed from high-quality T304 stainless steel tubing, offered in a straight design or 45 degree bends, welded end caps. Nationwide, lifetime, end-to-end warranty. Contact: cliveoak@linexmail.com; 256-713-4265. Website: www.truckgear.com.  

Napier Enterprises: Vehicle camping tents. Contact: Christina Richards, marketing@napieroutdoors.com; 905-935-0427, ext. 35. Website: www.napieroutdoors.com

ORACLE Lighting: ORACLE Lighting headlight halo kits for many late-model vehicles. SMD Technology with custom colors available. Professional installation service also available to confirmed display vehicles. Lighting must be “on” during the SEMA Show to qualify for sponsorship. Contact: Jonathan Barber, jonathan@oraclelights.com; 800-407-5776, ext. 390. Website: www.oraclelights.com.

Superwinch: Winches. Contact: Rachael Glenn, rglenn@superwinch.com; 860-412-1438. Website: www.superwinch.com.  

Surco Products Inc.: Off-road roof racks for Jeep Wranglers, SUVs and trucks. Contact: Osnat Surkin, osnatsurkin@surcoinc.com; 310-323-2520. Website: www.surcoinc.com.

Topline Products: Verde custom wheels. V-Rock offroad wheels. Contact: Paul, paul@tradeunion.com; 909-628-7500. Website:www.verdecustomwheels.com.  

T-REX Grilles: American-made T-REX Grilles, including Billet Series grilles, X-Metal Series mesh grilles, Torch LED Series grilles, Upper Class Mesh grilles, Graphic Series billet and mesh grilles, and Sport Series mesh grilles. Contact: Marketing, Info@trexbillet.com; 951-270-5388. Website: www.trexbillet.com.

TRUFIBER: 2007–2014 Jeep Wrangler fiberglass heat-extractor hood. Contact: Phil Truong, phil@trufiber.com; 951-270-3222.

TruXmart: Unique hard and Soft folding tonneau covers for major makes and models available for SEMA 2014 trucks! Contact: Steven Rossi, srossi@truxmartcovers.com; 888-554-8789. Website: www.truxmartcovers.com.

Wipe New: Wipe New trim restore, Wipe New tires, Wipe New headlight restore, Wipe New wheels. Contact: Nick Naylor,nnaylor@wipenew.com; 757-463-6653, ext. 1321. Website: www.wipenew.com

Interior Components/Accessories 

Daystar Products: Dash panel and switch panels for Jeep JK Wranglers. Contact: Mark Turner, mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com.

Slamstop: Soft-close door device compatible for all makes and models. Adds an elegant touch to the doors to mechanically pull in the car door. SLAMSTOP is installed inside the door panel. Contact: Nicky Hamila, nhamila@jmprpublicrelations.com; 818-992-4353. Website: www.slamstop.net

Wipe New: Wipe New trim restore. Contact: Nick Naylor, nnaylor@wipenew.com; 757-463-6653, ext. 1321. Website:www.wipenew.com

Suspension/Brake Components

BDS Suspension: Hardcore suspension lifts and accessories. Contact: Kent Wyatt, kwatt@sporttruckusainc.com; 517-279-2135. Website: www.bds-suspension.com.

Cequent Performance Products: Brake controls for towing, vehicle illumination, wiring. Contact: Carol Doney, cdoney@cequentgroup.com; 734-656-3010. Website: www.cequentgroup.com/Brand/All.

Daystar Products: American-made leveling kits for all trucks and SUVs. Contact: Mark Turner, mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com.  

Eibach: Pro-Kit or Sportline performance spring kits. Contact: Jonathan Wong, jwong@eibach.com; 951-256-8300. Website: www.eibach.com.

Kleinn Air Horns: Contact: Onboard air systems. Please send complete project proposal, including booth number. Lance Martz,lancem@kleinn.com; 520-579-1531. Website: www.kleinn.com

MaxTrac Suspension: Complete line of lifting, leveling, and lowering kits for trucks and SUVs. Contact: Bob Sager, bob@maxtracsuspension.com; 714-630-0363. Website: www.maxtracsuspension.com.

MGP Caliper Covers: MGP Caliper Covers - Custom logo and color options are available for select vehicles. Officially Licensed by Ford, GM, Mopar, Shelby American and Weld Racing. Contact: Ben Wong, ben.wong@calipercovers.com; 877-995-0003. Website: www.calipercovers.com.

Performance Accessories/OR-Fab: Premium lift system (body and leveling kit) that raises the vehicle five inches without altering the factory suspension or affecting stability controls. Can run up to a 35-inch tire. Contact: Melissa Jenkins, mjenkins@p-a-g.net; 928-636-3180. Website: www.performanceaccessories.com.

ReadyLIFT Suspension Inc.: High-quality suspension lift kits, leveling kits, rear block kits and performance shocks for trucks, Jeeps and SUVs. Contact: Vince Pistonetti, vince@readylift.com; 714-463-1731. 

Wheels & Tires

Achilles Tire: Tires. Contact: Harue Gard, harue.gard@itatire.com; 818-715-7080. Website: www.achillestireusa.com.

Atturo Tire: Seeking a select few vehicles to feature company tires. We are interested in high- performance SUVs and CUVs, lifted 4x4 and unique SUV builds. Contact: Michael Mathis, 855-632-8031. Website: www.atturo.com

Other Products/Services

Daystar Products: D Ring isolators in all colors. Winch isolators so the hook is nested in place. Contact: Mark Turner,mturner@daystarweb.com; 623-628-2463. Website: www.daystarweb.com

HornBlasters Inc.: On-board air systems and train/air horns. Contact: Rigo Avila, rigo@hornblasters.com; 813-783-8058.

ORACLE Lighting: LED light bar side mirrors for Jeep Wrangler JK and Ford F-150/ Ford Raptor. Contact: Jonathan Barber, jonathan@oraclelights.com; 800-407-5776, ext. 390. Website: www.oraclelights.com.

Thu, 07/03/2014 - 08:21