Thu, 12/04/2014 - 10:46

By SEMA Editors

manual
The SEMA Member Benefits Manual is now available online.

SEMA members now have access to the Member Benefits Manual online, where they can download updates or print additional copies for their company.

The Benefits Manual is designed to help members align the association’s offerings with their company’s unique needs—whether they’ve just joined or want to take the next step. This reference tool is the key for members who want to become more engaged in the association.

Check back regularly to download updates or additional copies of the complete manual.

Thu, 12/04/2014 - 10:46

By SEMA Editors

manual
The SEMA Member Benefits Manual is now available online.

SEMA members now have access to the Member Benefits Manual online, where they can download updates or print additional copies for their company.

The Benefits Manual is designed to help members align the association’s offerings with their company’s unique needs—whether they’ve just joined or want to take the next step. This reference tool is the key for members who want to become more engaged in the association.

Check back regularly to download updates or additional copies of the complete manual.

Thu, 12/04/2014 - 10:25
By AJ Carney

  town hall
Previous Town Hall Meetings have been held at various SEMA-members' headquarters, including Coker Tire in Chattanooga, Tennesee. The next one will be held January 23, 2015, at the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California.
  

SEMA invites industry professionals to the first Town Hall Meeting of 2015, taking place Friday, January 23, from 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., at SEMA’s headquarters in Diamond Bar, California. Members and prospective members will gather at the new SEMA Garage (adjacent to the association’s main offices) for an evening of networking with local industry leaders and the SEMA team.

SEMA's Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association's current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions give members a chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face. As SEMA staff interact with attendees, they also gain valuable feedback, which helps identify how current benefits can enhance members’ business operations to better meet their needs.

For more information or to register, visit SEMA's Town Hall Meetings website or contact Andrea “AJ” Carney at 909-978-6697 or andreac@sema.org.

Thu, 12/04/2014 - 10:25
By AJ Carney

  town hall
Previous Town Hall Meetings have been held at various SEMA-members' headquarters, including Coker Tire in Chattanooga, Tennesee. The next one will be held January 23, 2015, at the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California.
  

SEMA invites industry professionals to the first Town Hall Meeting of 2015, taking place Friday, January 23, from 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., at SEMA’s headquarters in Diamond Bar, California. Members and prospective members will gather at the new SEMA Garage (adjacent to the association’s main offices) for an evening of networking with local industry leaders and the SEMA team.

SEMA's Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association's current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions give members a chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face. As SEMA staff interact with attendees, they also gain valuable feedback, which helps identify how current benefits can enhance members’ business operations to better meet their needs.

For more information or to register, visit SEMA's Town Hall Meetings website or contact Andrea “AJ” Carney at 909-978-6697 or andreac@sema.org.

Thu, 12/04/2014 - 10:25
By AJ Carney

  town hall
Previous Town Hall Meetings have been held at various SEMA-members' headquarters, including Coker Tire in Chattanooga, Tennesee. The next one will be held January 23, 2015, at the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California.
  

SEMA invites industry professionals to the first Town Hall Meeting of 2015, taking place Friday, January 23, from 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., at SEMA’s headquarters in Diamond Bar, California. Members and prospective members will gather at the new SEMA Garage (adjacent to the association’s main offices) for an evening of networking with local industry leaders and the SEMA team.

SEMA's Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association's current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions give members a chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face. As SEMA staff interact with attendees, they also gain valuable feedback, which helps identify how current benefits can enhance members’ business operations to better meet their needs.

For more information or to register, visit SEMA's Town Hall Meetings website or contact Andrea “AJ” Carney at 909-978-6697 or andreac@sema.org.

Thu, 12/04/2014 - 10:05
 scion

The shooters at KGP Photography caught a production-spec prototype for the upcoming Scion iM testing in Southern California.

The Scion iM concept that debuted at last week's L.A. Auto Show is much more edgy than the production reality (shown here) appears to be. The production iM may not inject quite the hot-hatch excitement suggested by the fetching blue concept in Scion's L.A. stand.

The Scion iM concept sported a wide-body package not found on these prototypes. The concept's aggressive front fender is thoroughly toned down behind the camouflage, and its resulting front fender flare is a no-show, as well. The production iM's European Toyota Auris roots are showing much more clearly than has been suggested by the iM concept.

 scion

Photo credit: KGP Photography

Thu, 12/04/2014 - 10:05
 scion

The shooters at KGP Photography caught a production-spec prototype for the upcoming Scion iM testing in Southern California.

The Scion iM concept that debuted at last week's L.A. Auto Show is much more edgy than the production reality (shown here) appears to be. The production iM may not inject quite the hot-hatch excitement suggested by the fetching blue concept in Scion's L.A. stand.

The Scion iM concept sported a wide-body package not found on these prototypes. The concept's aggressive front fender is thoroughly toned down behind the camouflage, and its resulting front fender flare is a no-show, as well. The production iM's European Toyota Auris roots are showing much more clearly than has been suggested by the iM concept.

 scion

Photo credit: KGP Photography

Thu, 12/04/2014 - 10:05
 scion

The shooters at KGP Photography caught a production-spec prototype for the upcoming Scion iM testing in Southern California.

The Scion iM concept that debuted at last week's L.A. Auto Show is much more edgy than the production reality (shown here) appears to be. The production iM may not inject quite the hot-hatch excitement suggested by the fetching blue concept in Scion's L.A. stand.

The Scion iM concept sported a wide-body package not found on these prototypes. The concept's aggressive front fender is thoroughly toned down behind the camouflage, and its resulting front fender flare is a no-show, as well. The production iM's European Toyota Auris roots are showing much more clearly than has been suggested by the iM concept.

 scion

Photo credit: KGP Photography

Thu, 12/04/2014 - 09:26
By SEMA Editors

  rugged ridge
Jody S. of Nampa, Idaho, celebrates after winning this year’s Jeep giveaway sweepstakes. Photo Credit: Omix-ADA/Rugged Ridge
  
Rugged Ridge gave away a custom ’14 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited as part of a sweepstakes held at the company’s Off-Road Success Center during the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

This year’s winner, Jody S. of Nampa, Idaho, received the custom Jeep valued at more than $45,000. The Jeep is equipped with Rugged Ridge’s latest Summit restyling package and other key products, including Rugged Ridge’s XHD Modular Bumper and heavy-duty winch, an upgraded rear tire carrier, fender flares and XHD snorkel.

Jody won the Jeep after successfully starting the vehicle with the key given to him as one of several semifinalists selected earlier in the week. Leading up to the giveaway, each contestant was given the opportunity to qualify as a semifinalist by attempting to start the Jeep using a temporary key they received after entering the contest at Rugged Ridge’s Off-Road Success Center.

Video footage from the contest winner can be found on YouTube.
Thu, 12/04/2014 - 09:26
By SEMA Editors

  rugged ridge
Jody S. of Nampa, Idaho, celebrates after winning this year’s Jeep giveaway sweepstakes. Photo Credit: Omix-ADA/Rugged Ridge
  
Rugged Ridge gave away a custom ’14 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited as part of a sweepstakes held at the company’s Off-Road Success Center during the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

This year’s winner, Jody S. of Nampa, Idaho, received the custom Jeep valued at more than $45,000. The Jeep is equipped with Rugged Ridge’s latest Summit restyling package and other key products, including Rugged Ridge’s XHD Modular Bumper and heavy-duty winch, an upgraded rear tire carrier, fender flares and XHD snorkel.

Jody won the Jeep after successfully starting the vehicle with the key given to him as one of several semifinalists selected earlier in the week. Leading up to the giveaway, each contestant was given the opportunity to qualify as a semifinalist by attempting to start the Jeep using a temporary key they received after entering the contest at Rugged Ridge’s Off-Road Success Center.

Video footage from the contest winner can be found on YouTube.