5 Weeks Left Until 2019 SEMA Show Booth Space Application Deadline
Companies that would like to participate in the 2019 SEMA Show's Priority Space Selection Process need to submit applications by March 29.
2019 SEMA Show Booth Space Available Here
The 2019 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, November 5–8, in Las Vegas.
https://www.semashow.com/buyabooth
5 Weeks Left Until 2019 SEMA Show Booth Space Application Deadline
Companies that would like to participate in the 2019 SEMA Show's Priority Space Selection Process need to submit applications by March 29.
2019 SEMA Show Booth Space Available Here
The 2019 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, November 5–8, in Las Vegas.
https://www.semashow.com/buyabooth
Newly Created Programs Directed at Engaging Youth
The ability to capture the youth market is a focus for many industries simply because future success often depends on it.
https://www.sema.org/sema-news/2019/03/a-strategic-investment-in-youth
By Della Domingo
 The vision of Builder Kyle Kuhnhausen, who was part of the Young Guns in 2018, was to create a machine that could drive to the track, compete, and drive home. |
The nationwide search for aspiring, up-and-coming young vehicle builders kicks off March 16, as the SEMA Youngs Guns Regional Program takes place at TX2K19 at Houston Raceway Park, just outside of Houston, Texas.
As the first event in the 2019 SEMA Young Guns Regional Program, TX2K19 will feature 10 builders age 27 or younger vying for a chance to participate in the 2019 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition and showcase their vehicle at the world-renowned SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
Since 2014, the SEMA Battle of the Builders has served as the automotive industry’s premier vehicle competition. Open exclusively to builders with vehicles on display at the SEMA Show, the competition expanded in 2017 to provide exposure for a limited number of rising young builders. This year’s program includes partnerships with nine venues, with one winner from each venue awarded an all-expenses paid trip for two to the 2019 SEMA Show, transportation of the winner’s vehicle, a designated feature spot at the Show and entry into the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition.
“We’re excited to kick off the SEMA Young Guns Program at TX2K19,” said SEMA vice president of Marketing Ira Gabriel. “TX2K19 represents a new partnership for the Young Guns Program, and will allow us to reach a new group of young builders. Our goals are to discover new talent, promote vehicle customization to the younger generation and make the hobby accessible to more people. We’re confident that TX2K19 will aid us in reaching our goals.”
Vehicle builders age 27 and younger are invited to enter the Young Guns Regional Competition at www.semayoungguns.com, where they will be able to select from nine venues. The deadline for the TX2K19 event is March 8, after which time 10 applicants will be selected to compete in Houston, for a chance to advance on to the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition in Las Vegas.
For additional details, visit www.semayoungguns.com or contact marketing@semaignited.com.
By Della Domingo
| The vision of Builder Kyle Kuhnhausen, who was part of the Young Guns in 2018, was to create a machine that could drive to the track, compete, and drive home. |
The nationwide search for aspiring, up-and-coming young vehicle builders kicks off March 16, as the SEMA Youngs Guns Regional Program takes place at TX2K19 at Houston Raceway Park, just outside of Houston, Texas.
As the first event in the 2019 SEMA Young Guns Regional Program, TX2K19 will feature 10 builders age 27 or younger vying for a chance to participate in the 2019 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition and showcase their vehicle at the world-renowned SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
Since 2014, the SEMA Battle of the Builders has served as the automotive industry’s premier vehicle competition. Open exclusively to builders with vehicles on display at the SEMA Show, the competition expanded in 2017 to provide exposure for a limited number of rising young builders. This year’s program includes partnerships with nine venues, with one winner from each venue awarded an all-expenses paid trip for two to the 2019 SEMA Show, transportation of the winner’s vehicle, a designated feature spot at the Show and entry into the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition.
“We’re excited to kick off the SEMA Young Guns Program at TX2K19,” said SEMA vice president of Marketing Ira Gabriel. “TX2K19 represents a new partnership for the Young Guns Program, and will allow us to reach a new group of young builders. Our goals are to discover new talent, promote vehicle customization to the younger generation and make the hobby accessible to more people. We’re confident that TX2K19 will aid us in reaching our goals.”
Vehicle builders age 27 and younger are invited to enter the Young Guns Regional Competition at www.semayoungguns.com, where they will be able to select from nine venues. The deadline for the TX2K19 event is March 8, after which time 10 applicants will be selected to compete in Houston, for a chance to advance on to the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition in Las Vegas.
For additional details, visit www.semayoungguns.com or contact marketing@semaignited.com.
By Della Domingo
| The vision of Builder Kyle Kuhnhausen, who was part of the Young Guns in 2018, was to create a machine that could drive to the track, compete, and drive home. |
The nationwide search for aspiring, up-and-coming young vehicle builders kicks off March 16, as the SEMA Youngs Guns Regional Program takes place at TX2K19 at Houston Raceway Park, just outside of Houston, Texas.
As the first event in the 2019 SEMA Young Guns Regional Program, TX2K19 will feature 10 builders age 27 or younger vying for a chance to participate in the 2019 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition and showcase their vehicle at the world-renowned SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
Since 2014, the SEMA Battle of the Builders has served as the automotive industry’s premier vehicle competition. Open exclusively to builders with vehicles on display at the SEMA Show, the competition expanded in 2017 to provide exposure for a limited number of rising young builders. This year’s program includes partnerships with nine venues, with one winner from each venue awarded an all-expenses paid trip for two to the 2019 SEMA Show, transportation of the winner’s vehicle, a designated feature spot at the Show and entry into the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition.
“We’re excited to kick off the SEMA Young Guns Program at TX2K19,” said SEMA vice president of Marketing Ira Gabriel. “TX2K19 represents a new partnership for the Young Guns Program, and will allow us to reach a new group of young builders. Our goals are to discover new talent, promote vehicle customization to the younger generation and make the hobby accessible to more people. We’re confident that TX2K19 will aid us in reaching our goals.”
Vehicle builders age 27 and younger are invited to enter the Young Guns Regional Competition at www.semayoungguns.com, where they will be able to select from nine venues. The deadline for the TX2K19 event is March 8, after which time 10 applicants will be selected to compete in Houston, for a chance to advance on to the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition in Las Vegas.
For additional details, visit www.semayoungguns.com or contact marketing@semaignited.com.
By: Kristopher Porter
 Matt Beenen of Builtright Industries (with check) was named the winner of the 2018 SEMA Launch Pad, presented by the Young Executives Network. |
The seventh annual SEMA Launch Pad presented by YEN is accepting applications for new, innovative automotive products/services from business entrepreneurs under age 40. As a reminder, you do not need to be a SEMA member to apply to compete, and if chosen as one of the 15 semi-finalists, your company receives a complimentary membership to SEMA (up to a $1,000 value).
The SEMA Launch Pad is the premier automotive business competition offering young innovators, inventors and entrepreneurs a platform at the largest automotive aftermarket B2B gathering—the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Through this competition, applicants will be narrowed down to 15 semi-finalists who will be further narrowed down to five finalists via a social media voting campaign. The five finalists will have the opportunity to pitch their product to a panel of industry judges in front of a live audience to win the grand prize designed to advance their business.
Ready to learn more and apply? Click here.
GRAND PRIZE: One Winner
FINALISTS PRIZE: Five Competitors
The top 10 and semi-finalist prizes plus:
TOP TEN: 10 participants
SEMI-FINALISTS PRIZE: 15 participants
*All taxes on prizes are the sole responsibility of the prize-winning company. Tax liability is based on the value of the prizes. All prize winners must complete a W-9 in order to receive a prize.
**No changes are permitted to the booth layout. Company does not accrue SEMA Show seniority points by reason of exhibiting at a 2019 SEMA Show “Kiosk” Booth in New Products Showcase Area or the “Turn-key” Exhibit Space with Premium Placement in the 2020 SEMA Show.
Learn more: Terms & Conditions.
By: Kristopher Porter
| Matt Beenen of Builtright Industries (with check) was named the winner of the 2018 SEMA Launch Pad, presented by the Young Executives Network. |
The seventh annual SEMA Launch Pad presented by YEN is accepting applications for new, innovative automotive products/services from business entrepreneurs under age 40. As a reminder, you do not need to be a SEMA member to apply to compete, and if chosen as one of the 15 semi-finalists, your company receives a complimentary membership to SEMA (up to a $1,000 value).
The SEMA Launch Pad is the premier automotive business competition offering young innovators, inventors and entrepreneurs a platform at the largest automotive aftermarket B2B gathering—the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Through this competition, applicants will be narrowed down to 15 semi-finalists who will be further narrowed down to five finalists via a social media voting campaign. The five finalists will have the opportunity to pitch their product to a panel of industry judges in front of a live audience to win the grand prize designed to advance their business.
Ready to learn more and apply? Click here.
GRAND PRIZE: One Winner
FINALISTS PRIZE: Five Competitors
The top 10 and semi-finalist prizes plus:
TOP TEN: 10 participants
SEMI-FINALISTS PRIZE: 15 participants
*All taxes on prizes are the sole responsibility of the prize-winning company. Tax liability is based on the value of the prizes. All prize winners must complete a W-9 in order to receive a prize.
**No changes are permitted to the booth layout. Company does not accrue SEMA Show seniority points by reason of exhibiting at a 2019 SEMA Show “Kiosk” Booth in New Products Showcase Area or the “Turn-key” Exhibit Space with Premium Placement in the 2020 SEMA Show.
Learn more: Terms & Conditions.
By Washington, D.C., Staff
Legislation (S.F. 193) has been introduced in the Iowa Senate to require the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all motor vehicles.
Current law allows single license plates on only model year 1948 or older vehicles. The bill is currently awaiting consideration by the Senate Transportation Committee.
For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website.
For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.
By Washington, D.C., Staff
Legislation (S.F. 193) has been introduced in the Iowa Senate to require the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all motor vehicles.
Current law allows single license plates on only model year 1948 or older vehicles. The bill is currently awaiting consideration by the Senate Transportation Committee.
For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website.
For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.