By SEMA Editors

SEMA is now accepting applications for the 2018 SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund for students preparing for careers in the auto or auto-parts industries at www.sema.org/scholarships.  

New this year, high-school and part-time students can apply for a scholarship. The change is part of an effort by SEMA’s Scholarship Committee to start students down the automotive path and support their efforts at an earlier stage.

“SEMA is dedicated to activating the next-generation automotive workforce by providing financial support and career resources to students enrolled in various high schools, universities, colleges and/or vocational schools in the United States,” said SEMA Chairman-Elect Tim Martin.

The SEMA Memorial Scholarship program offers financial assistance of up to $5,000 to help foster the next generation of automotive aftermarket industry leaders and innovators. Students can apply for the scholarship at www.sema.org/scholarships. The deadline for the program is March 1, 2018.

Scholarships are available in a variety of categories, such as accounting, sales and marketing, and engineering. Dozens of awards ranging from $2,000 to $3,000 will be given out, with a $5,000 award going to the top student.

The program also includes a loan-forgiveness aspect that offers financial awards to employees of SEMA-member companies who are paying off a loan for a completed program of study at an accredited university, college or vocational/technical program within the United States.

For more information, contact SEMA Manager of Student Programs Juliet Marshall at 909-978-6655 or julietm@sema.org. 

By SEMA Editors

SEMA is now accepting applications for the 2018 SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund for students preparing for careers in the auto or auto-parts industries at www.sema.org/scholarships.  

New this year, high-school and part-time students can apply for a scholarship. The change is part of an effort by SEMA’s Scholarship Committee to start students down the automotive path and support their efforts at an earlier stage.

“SEMA is dedicated to activating the next-generation automotive workforce by providing financial support and career resources to students enrolled in various high schools, universities, colleges and/or vocational schools in the United States,” said SEMA Chairman-Elect Tim Martin.

The SEMA Memorial Scholarship program offers financial assistance of up to $5,000 to help foster the next generation of automotive aftermarket industry leaders and innovators. Students can apply for the scholarship at www.sema.org/scholarships. The deadline for the program is March 1, 2018.

Scholarships are available in a variety of categories, such as accounting, sales and marketing, and engineering. Dozens of awards ranging from $2,000 to $3,000 will be given out, with a $5,000 award going to the top student.

The program also includes a loan-forgiveness aspect that offers financial awards to employees of SEMA-member companies who are paying off a loan for a completed program of study at an accredited university, college or vocational/technical program within the United States.

For more information, contact SEMA Manager of Student Programs Juliet Marshall at 909-978-6655 or julietm@sema.org. 

This is the ’18 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited free of all camo.

FCA started showing official pictures of the Wrangler ahead of its premiere at the L.A. Auto Show in late November, but there are numerous details that haven't been confirmed yet.

A large UConnect touchscreen will be offered on at least upper models, with the base model using a smaller version of the system. Also on tap is a configurable display between the physical gauges. A six-speed manual is definitely part of the model offering.

Most versions are set to be powered by the 3.6L V6, and an eight-speed automatic will be offered, improving fuel economy. Later, a 2.0L turbo, 3.0L turbodiesel V6 and a mild hybrid will be offered.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpideBilde

This is the ’18 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited free of all camo.

FCA started showing official pictures of the Wrangler ahead of its premiere at the L.A. Auto Show in late November, but there are numerous details that haven't been confirmed yet.

A large UConnect touchscreen will be offered on at least upper models, with the base model using a smaller version of the system. Also on tap is a configurable display between the physical gauges. A six-speed manual is definitely part of the model offering.

Most versions are set to be powered by the 3.6L V6, and an eight-speed automatic will be offered, improving fuel economy. Later, a 2.0L turbo, 3.0L turbodiesel V6 and a mild hybrid will be offered.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpideBilde

This is the ’18 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited free of all camo.

FCA started showing official pictures of the Wrangler ahead of its premiere at the L.A. Auto Show in late November, but there are numerous details that haven't been confirmed yet.

A large UConnect touchscreen will be offered on at least upper models, with the base model using a smaller version of the system. Also on tap is a configurable display between the physical gauges. A six-speed manual is definitely part of the model offering.

Most versions are set to be powered by the 3.6L V6, and an eight-speed automatic will be offered, improving fuel economy. Later, a 2.0L turbo, 3.0L turbodiesel V6 and a mild hybrid will be offered.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpideBilde

This is the ’18 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited free of all camo.

FCA started showing official pictures of the Wrangler ahead of its premiere at the L.A. Auto Show in late November, but there are numerous details that haven't been confirmed yet.

A large UConnect touchscreen will be offered on at least upper models, with the base model using a smaller version of the system. Also on tap is a configurable display between the physical gauges. A six-speed manual is definitely part of the model offering.

Most versions are set to be powered by the 3.6L V6, and an eight-speed automatic will be offered, improving fuel economy. Later, a 2.0L turbo, 3.0L turbodiesel V6 and a mild hybrid will be offered.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpideBilde

This is the ’18 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited free of all camo.

FCA started showing official pictures of the Wrangler ahead of its premiere at the L.A. Auto Show in late November, but there are numerous details that haven't been confirmed yet.

A large UConnect touchscreen will be offered on at least upper models, with the base model using a smaller version of the system. Also on tap is a configurable display between the physical gauges. A six-speed manual is definitely part of the model offering.

Most versions are set to be powered by the 3.6L V6, and an eight-speed automatic will be offered, improving fuel economy. Later, a 2.0L turbo, 3.0L turbodiesel V6 and a mild hybrid will be offered.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpideBilde

This is the ’18 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited free of all camo.

FCA started showing official pictures of the Wrangler ahead of its premiere at the L.A. Auto Show in late November, but there are numerous details that haven't been confirmed yet.

A large UConnect touchscreen will be offered on at least upper models, with the base model using a smaller version of the system. Also on tap is a configurable display between the physical gauges. A six-speed manual is definitely part of the model offering.

Most versions are set to be powered by the 3.6L V6, and an eight-speed automatic will be offered, improving fuel economy. Later, a 2.0L turbo, 3.0L turbodiesel V6 and a mild hybrid will be offered.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpideBilde

By SEMA Editors

Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities.

• 2017 Advanced Engineering Technology Conference (AETC), December 5–6, 2017, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis

• MPMC General Membership Meeting, December 6, 2017, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis

• 2017 PRI Trade Show, December 7–9, 2017, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis

• Sanctioning Body/Manufacturer Discussion, December 7, 2017, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis

• How to Prepare Sponsorship Proposals, December 8, 2017, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis

• Rules of the Road for Motorsports Haulers, December 8, 2017, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis

• Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Performance Industry Reception, December 8, 2017, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis

• Motorsports and Performance Tech Roundtable, December 8, 2017, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis

• MPMC Media Trade Conference, January 23–25, 2018, Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North, Santa Ana, California

• 2018 SEMA Middle East Business Development Program, April 3–8, 2018, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• 2018 SEMA Australia Business Development Program, May 24–28, 2018, Melbourne, Australia

• Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD), July 13, 2018

• 2018 SEMA Show, October 30–November 2, 2018, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas

For association-related travel, contact Manya Petropaki (manya.p@travelstore.com) at Travel Store USA, 949-930-9268.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company enables employees to participate in webinars, access free market research, join SEMA committees and more.