Bill North Named VP of Business Development at Classic Design Concepts
Classic Design Concepts (CDC) appointed Bill North as vice president of business development. North is responsible for day-to-day operations, new business development and corporate programs. North was previously with Webasto where he held several positions, including national sales manager and business development manager.

ASA Tire Holds InfoExpo
At ASA Tire Systems' recent InfoExpo user conference in Dallas, ASA customers met with experts, enthusiasts, business leaders and innovators from the tire industry to network and learn more about the technology used in their tire dealer businesses. The event included 100 attendees, 15 exhibits and special networking and social events.

Motorz TV to Premiere on R&R TV
Duke Networks LLC announced that Motorz TV will premiere on the R&R TV cable and satellite network beginning on Sunday, October 31, 2010. Motorz TV, which is hosted by Chris Duke, will air on R&R TV channel 354 every Sunday evening at 10:30 p.m. (EST) to 30 million homes nationwide. Motorz TV shows viewers how to maintain their vehicles and install aftermarket parts step-by-step in layman's terms.

Meyer Distributing Announces New Location, Dates for eMeyer Mega Show
Meyer Distributing Inc. added a new cross-dock location in Detroit. The new location will provide route delivery to the Detroit metro area, Toledo, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Flint and provision shipments to Toronto, Ontario Canada. In addition, Meyer announced that its 2011 eMeyer Mega Show will be held February 21–March 18, 2011. eMeyer is a virtual trade show that spans four weeks and allows retailers nationwide to participate without the costs of travel and time away from the office.

Robby Woods to Appear on the Powerblock
Superchips-sponsored off-road racer Robby Woods will appear on "Powerblock" on Spike TV, October 9 and 10. Woods races in the Lucas Oil Off Road Series in the Pro-2 division with a truck that he and his friends built. Most of the work done on the truck is done in Woods’ backyard, which also has a test track that circles it.

NHRA Unleashed Hits Fox Sports Net in November
The inaugural season of the "NHRA Unleashed" presented by Lucas Oil will air November 7, at 10:30 a.m., on Fox Sports Net. Exclusive preview clips from the shows are now available on NHRAUnleashed.com that will allow viewers to get a sneak peek of the action prior to the series launch date. Created from the footage of each "NHRA Unleashed" event, the two half-hour shows spotlight the weekend-warrior racer and chronicle the excitement and energy they bring to the track.

Ken-Tool Appoints Douglas Romstadt President
Douglas Romstadt was appointed to president of Ken-Tool, effective as of September 20, 2010. Romstadt succeeds Alec Pendleton, who will continue with Ken-Tool as chairman. Romstadt joined Ken-Tool in March, 2004, serving as the company’s comptroller. Romstadt commented, “It is a great honor and opportunity to lead Ken-Tool into the future. I have major shoes to fill, following in the tracks of previous leaders like Scott Meyer and Alec Pendleton."

Shawn Raines Named Sales and Viral Marketing Manager at Fidanza
Shawn Raines was named sales and viral marketing manager for Fidanza Engineering Corp. Prior to his new position, Raines was a sales associate. He is also a business graduate from Mercyhurst College in Erie, Pennsylvania, and has always maintained an active lifestyle in the enthusiast and auto racing scenes. "We're enthusiastic to have Shawn move into this position," said Fidanza President Jeff Jenkins. "We wanted to promote internally; who else knows our company better? We're confident Shawn will help move us in the right direction." Raines has been with Fidanza for more than four years.

Maxxis to Debut Brian Deegan Video During SEMA Show
Maxxis will introduce Metal Mulisha General Brian Deegan’s hot, new video during the 2010 SEMA Show. The YouTube feature will be shown at 10:30 a.m., November 3, at the Maxxis booth (#41115). The video showcases Deegan’s move from freestyle motocross legend to four-wheel phenomenon. Produced by Maxxis, Metal Mulisha and Rockstar energy drinks, the video will be available on Metal Mulisha’s YouTube channel.

	With 31% of the votes, the Chevrolet Camaro is currently the front runner in the SEMA Challenge's car category.

One week into the SEMA Challenge, the vehicles that fans believe will emerge as the hottest car, truck and SUV are the Chevrolet Camaro, Ford F-Series and Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The SEMA Challenge is a promotion taking place throughout the month of October, in which consumers can test their auto savviness against exhibitors of the world-renown SEMA Show. Consumers vote on the vehicle models that they believe will emerge as the industry’s hottest vehicles by winning the inaugural SEMA Award. The award is given to the vehicle model that SEMA Show manufacturers choose to trick-out, modify and display most often in their booths.

With 31% of the votes, the Chevrolet Camaro is currently the front runner in the car category, followed closely by the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger. Other contenders for the SEMA Award – Hottest Car are the Audi A4, Ford Fiesta, Honda CR-Z, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Soul, Mazda2, Scion tC and Subaru Impreza.

The Ford F-Series leads the truck category with 34% of the votes. The remaining contenders for the SEMA Award – Hottest Truck are the Chevrolet Silverado, Ram Truck and Toyota Tundra.

In the 4x4-SUV category, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is leading the SEMA Challenge, with 32% of the votes. Other contenders in the 4x4-SUV category are the Ford Explorer, Jeep Wrangler, Subaru Outback and Toyota FJ Cruiser.

Voters who accurately select the SEMA winners will be placed into a drawing to win a VIP trip for two to next year’s SEMA Show, including round-trip airfare and hotel accommodations.

Visit www.sema.org/challenge for details and to vote.

	With 31% of the votes, the Chevrolet Camaro is currently the front runner in the SEMA Challenge's car category.

One week into the SEMA Challenge, the vehicles that fans believe will emerge as the hottest car, truck and SUV are the Chevrolet Camaro, Ford F-Series and Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The SEMA Challenge is a promotion taking place throughout the month of October, in which consumers can test their auto savviness against exhibitors of the world-renown SEMA Show. Consumers vote on the vehicle models that they believe will emerge as the industry’s hottest vehicles by winning the inaugural SEMA Award. The award is given to the vehicle model that SEMA Show manufacturers choose to trick-out, modify and display most often in their booths.

With 31% of the votes, the Chevrolet Camaro is currently the front runner in the car category, followed closely by the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger. Other contenders for the SEMA Award – Hottest Car are the Audi A4, Ford Fiesta, Honda CR-Z, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Soul, Mazda2, Scion tC and Subaru Impreza.

The Ford F-Series leads the truck category with 34% of the votes. The remaining contenders for the SEMA Award – Hottest Truck are the Chevrolet Silverado, Ram Truck and Toyota Tundra.

In the 4x4-SUV category, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is leading the SEMA Challenge, with 32% of the votes. Other contenders in the 4x4-SUV category are the Ford Explorer, Jeep Wrangler, Subaru Outback and Toyota FJ Cruiser.

Voters who accurately select the SEMA winners will be placed into a drawing to win a VIP trip for two to next year’s SEMA Show, including round-trip airfare and hotel accommodations.

Visit www.sema.org/challenge for details and to vote.

	With 31% of the votes, the Chevrolet Camaro is currently the front runner in the SEMA Challenge's car category.

One week into the SEMA Challenge, the vehicles that fans believe will emerge as the hottest car, truck and SUV are the Chevrolet Camaro, Ford F-Series and Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The SEMA Challenge is a promotion taking place throughout the month of October, in which consumers can test their auto savviness against exhibitors of the world-renown SEMA Show. Consumers vote on the vehicle models that they believe will emerge as the industry’s hottest vehicles by winning the inaugural SEMA Award. The award is given to the vehicle model that SEMA Show manufacturers choose to trick-out, modify and display most often in their booths.

With 31% of the votes, the Chevrolet Camaro is currently the front runner in the car category, followed closely by the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger. Other contenders for the SEMA Award – Hottest Car are the Audi A4, Ford Fiesta, Honda CR-Z, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Soul, Mazda2, Scion tC and Subaru Impreza.

The Ford F-Series leads the truck category with 34% of the votes. The remaining contenders for the SEMA Award – Hottest Truck are the Chevrolet Silverado, Ram Truck and Toyota Tundra.

In the 4x4-SUV category, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is leading the SEMA Challenge, with 32% of the votes. Other contenders in the 4x4-SUV category are the Ford Explorer, Jeep Wrangler, Subaru Outback and Toyota FJ Cruiser.

Voters who accurately select the SEMA winners will be placed into a drawing to win a VIP trip for two to next year’s SEMA Show, including round-trip airfare and hotel accommodations.

Visit www.sema.org/challenge for details and to vote.

The SEMA Show New Products Showcase is one of the most popular attractions of the SEMA Show and is the number-one reason buyers make the annual trip to Las Vegas.

View all of the companies currently entered into the 2010 SEMA Show New Products Showcase.

The SEMA Show New Products Showcase is one of the most popular attractions of the SEMA Show and is the number-one reason buyers make the annual trip to Las Vegas.

View all of the companies currently entered into the 2010 SEMA Show New Products Showcase.

Nearly 3,000 2010 SEMA Show attendees will gather for the Industry Awards Banquet at the Las Vegas Hilton.

Those registered for the 2010 SEMA Show who haven't already made plans to attend the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet on Thursday, November 4, 2010, starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Las Vegas Hilton, are still eligible to receive complimentary tickets. Entertainment will be provided by comedian James Gregory, so come unwind after a busy week in Las Vegas.

Heard weekly on syndicated radio shows throughout the country, Gregory has entertained thousands with his carefree humor, often based on personal observations of crazy relatives and real-life people. He will share his stories with SEMA Showgoers at the Industry Awards Banquet, taking place Thursday night.

The Industry Awards Banquet is considered by many to be the industry’s greatest celebration, where nearly 3,000 individuals gather to witness the announcement of the Person of the Year, Rep of the Year, WD of the Year and more.

To reserve your tickets, use the SEMA Show Special Events Reservation Form.

If you are a 2010 SEMA Show exhibitor and have not already reserved your complimentary banquet ticket(s), contact Tricia Ward at triciaw@sema.org or 909/396-0289, ext. 6673.

Nearly 3,000 2010 SEMA Show attendees will gather for the Industry Awards Banquet at the Las Vegas Hilton.

Those registered for the 2010 SEMA Show who haven't already made plans to attend the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet on Thursday, November 4, 2010, starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Las Vegas Hilton, are still eligible to receive complimentary tickets. Entertainment will be provided by comedian James Gregory, so come unwind after a busy week in Las Vegas.

Heard weekly on syndicated radio shows throughout the country, Gregory has entertained thousands with his carefree humor, often based on personal observations of crazy relatives and real-life people. He will share his stories with SEMA Showgoers at the Industry Awards Banquet, taking place Thursday night.

The Industry Awards Banquet is considered by many to be the industry’s greatest celebration, where nearly 3,000 individuals gather to witness the announcement of the Person of the Year, Rep of the Year, WD of the Year and more.

To reserve your tickets, use the SEMA Show Special Events Reservation Form.

If you are a 2010 SEMA Show exhibitor and have not already reserved your complimentary banquet ticket(s), contact Tricia Ward at triciaw@sema.org or 909/396-0289, ext. 6673.