By Zane Clark

Megan Alexander

Megan Alexander will kick off the 2018 SEMA Show Education program, Monday, October 29, at 8:30 a.m. Alexander is a national news correspondent, author, speaker and actress. She can be seen every evening on the longest-running, top-rated syndicated national news magazine television show Inside Edition.

Alexander has covered a variety of news topics, including the last six Super Bowls, swimming with wild animals, tackling a breaking political story or chatting with celebrities, since joining Inside Edition in fall 2007. She is known for her sense of humor and knack for putting people at ease while entertaining and informing the public. Alexander is an actress and producer; her film credits include roles in the movies Space Warriors, Redeemed, Heartbeats, and the television dramas Nashville on ABC and Still the King on CMT. She hosts the nationally televised Inspirational Country Music Awards each year from Nashville.

In Alexander’s opening keynote, she will share insights from her personal journey that will focus on how to thrive in your career while staying true to your beliefs. Attendees will learn about:

• Plotting a career.
• Coping with rejection.
• Finding and being a mentor.
• Maintaining positive self-esteem.

Seating is limited, so register today!

Preview all SEMA Show Education sessions.

For more information, contact SEMA Senior Director of Education Zane Clark.

Here’s a first look at the ’20 RAM 3500 Regular Cab Dually.

The current RAM HDs are getting long in the tooth, having been on sale since 2010 and only receiving a minor facelift in 2014 (lights, grille, updated interior). The new HD trucks are expected to fall in line with the recently debuted 1500, and in the process ditch the crosshair grille (which unfortunately will only live on via the Charger, Durango, Journey and Grand Caravan)—a hallmark of the truck since the mid-80s.

Other exterior styling should run parallel to the 1500, but in a more muscular fashion. Inside, expect the HD to mimic the 1500 with thoughtful design and premium materials. Tech should come from the Uconnect 4, with or without navigation, with an 8.4-in. screen and the optional Uconnect 4C NAV infotainment system with the massive portrait-oriented 12-in. touchscreen center console display.

Current power is delivered from three engines. A 383hp 5.7L V8 with a compressed natural gas option, a 410hp 6.4L V8 and a 6.7L turbodiesel inline-six available in three tunes: 350hp with 660 lb.-ft., 370hp with 800 lb.-ft., and 385hp with 930 lb.-ft. torque rating. The 5.7L and 6.4L are paired to a six-speed automatic transmission, while the three versions of 6.7L can be paired to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. Expect the 6.7L to get an additional power bump in hopes of one-upping the F-350 and Silverado 3500, which currently feature more horsepower and similar torque.

The next RAM HD is slated to move its production location from Saltillo, Mexico, to Warren, Michigan, in 2020, in time for the next-generation heavy-duty’s start of production. Expect an official debut sometime in 2019.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the ’20 RAM 3500 Regular Cab Dually.

The current RAM HDs are getting long in the tooth, having been on sale since 2010 and only receiving a minor facelift in 2014 (lights, grille, updated interior). The new HD trucks are expected to fall in line with the recently debuted 1500, and in the process ditch the crosshair grille (which unfortunately will only live on via the Charger, Durango, Journey and Grand Caravan)—a hallmark of the truck since the mid-80s.

Other exterior styling should run parallel to the 1500, but in a more muscular fashion. Inside, expect the HD to mimic the 1500 with thoughtful design and premium materials. Tech should come from the Uconnect 4, with or without navigation, with an 8.4-in. screen and the optional Uconnect 4C NAV infotainment system with the massive portrait-oriented 12-in. touchscreen center console display.

Current power is delivered from three engines. A 383hp 5.7L V8 with a compressed natural gas option, a 410hp 6.4L V8 and a 6.7L turbodiesel inline-six available in three tunes: 350hp with 660 lb.-ft., 370hp with 800 lb.-ft., and 385hp with 930 lb.-ft. torque rating. The 5.7L and 6.4L are paired to a six-speed automatic transmission, while the three versions of 6.7L can be paired to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. Expect the 6.7L to get an additional power bump in hopes of one-upping the F-350 and Silverado 3500, which currently feature more horsepower and similar torque.

The next RAM HD is slated to move its production location from Saltillo, Mexico, to Warren, Michigan, in 2020, in time for the next-generation heavy-duty’s start of production. Expect an official debut sometime in 2019.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the ’20 RAM 3500 Regular Cab Dually.

The current RAM HDs are getting long in the tooth, having been on sale since 2010 and only receiving a minor facelift in 2014 (lights, grille, updated interior). The new HD trucks are expected to fall in line with the recently debuted 1500, and in the process ditch the crosshair grille (which unfortunately will only live on via the Charger, Durango, Journey and Grand Caravan)—a hallmark of the truck since the mid-80s.

Other exterior styling should run parallel to the 1500, but in a more muscular fashion. Inside, expect the HD to mimic the 1500 with thoughtful design and premium materials. Tech should come from the Uconnect 4, with or without navigation, with an 8.4-in. screen and the optional Uconnect 4C NAV infotainment system with the massive portrait-oriented 12-in. touchscreen center console display.

Current power is delivered from three engines. A 383hp 5.7L V8 with a compressed natural gas option, a 410hp 6.4L V8 and a 6.7L turbodiesel inline-six available in three tunes: 350hp with 660 lb.-ft., 370hp with 800 lb.-ft., and 385hp with 930 lb.-ft. torque rating. The 5.7L and 6.4L are paired to a six-speed automatic transmission, while the three versions of 6.7L can be paired to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. Expect the 6.7L to get an additional power bump in hopes of one-upping the F-350 and Silverado 3500, which currently feature more horsepower and similar torque.

The next RAM HD is slated to move its production location from Saltillo, Mexico, to Warren, Michigan, in 2020, in time for the next-generation heavy-duty’s start of production. Expect an official debut sometime in 2019.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the ’20 RAM 3500 Regular Cab Dually.

The current RAM HDs are getting long in the tooth, having been on sale since 2010 and only receiving a minor facelift in 2014 (lights, grille, updated interior). The new HD trucks are expected to fall in line with the recently debuted 1500, and in the process ditch the crosshair grille (which unfortunately will only live on via the Charger, Durango, Journey and Grand Caravan)—a hallmark of the truck since the mid-80s.

Other exterior styling should run parallel to the 1500, but in a more muscular fashion. Inside, expect the HD to mimic the 1500 with thoughtful design and premium materials. Tech should come from the Uconnect 4, with or without navigation, with an 8.4-in. screen and the optional Uconnect 4C NAV infotainment system with the massive portrait-oriented 12-in. touchscreen center console display.

Current power is delivered from three engines. A 383hp 5.7L V8 with a compressed natural gas option, a 410hp 6.4L V8 and a 6.7L turbodiesel inline-six available in three tunes: 350hp with 660 lb.-ft., 370hp with 800 lb.-ft., and 385hp with 930 lb.-ft. torque rating. The 5.7L and 6.4L are paired to a six-speed automatic transmission, while the three versions of 6.7L can be paired to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. Expect the 6.7L to get an additional power bump in hopes of one-upping the F-350 and Silverado 3500, which currently feature more horsepower and similar torque.

The next RAM HD is slated to move its production location from Saltillo, Mexico, to Warren, Michigan, in 2020, in time for the next-generation heavy-duty’s start of production. Expect an official debut sometime in 2019.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the ’20 RAM 3500 Regular Cab Dually.

The current RAM HDs are getting long in the tooth, having been on sale since 2010 and only receiving a minor facelift in 2014 (lights, grille, updated interior). The new HD trucks are expected to fall in line with the recently debuted 1500, and in the process ditch the crosshair grille (which unfortunately will only live on via the Charger, Durango, Journey and Grand Caravan)—a hallmark of the truck since the mid-80s.

Other exterior styling should run parallel to the 1500, but in a more muscular fashion. Inside, expect the HD to mimic the 1500 with thoughtful design and premium materials. Tech should come from the Uconnect 4, with or without navigation, with an 8.4-in. screen and the optional Uconnect 4C NAV infotainment system with the massive portrait-oriented 12-in. touchscreen center console display.

Current power is delivered from three engines. A 383hp 5.7L V8 with a compressed natural gas option, a 410hp 6.4L V8 and a 6.7L turbodiesel inline-six available in three tunes: 350hp with 660 lb.-ft., 370hp with 800 lb.-ft., and 385hp with 930 lb.-ft. torque rating. The 5.7L and 6.4L are paired to a six-speed automatic transmission, while the three versions of 6.7L can be paired to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. Expect the 6.7L to get an additional power bump in hopes of one-upping the F-350 and Silverado 3500, which currently feature more horsepower and similar torque.

The next RAM HD is slated to move its production location from Saltillo, Mexico, to Warren, Michigan, in 2020, in time for the next-generation heavy-duty’s start of production. Expect an official debut sometime in 2019.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the ’20 RAM 3500 Regular Cab Dually.

The current RAM HDs are getting long in the tooth, having been on sale since 2010 and only receiving a minor facelift in 2014 (lights, grille, updated interior). The new HD trucks are expected to fall in line with the recently debuted 1500, and in the process ditch the crosshair grille (which unfortunately will only live on via the Charger, Durango, Journey and Grand Caravan)—a hallmark of the truck since the mid-80s.

Other exterior styling should run parallel to the 1500, but in a more muscular fashion. Inside, expect the HD to mimic the 1500 with thoughtful design and premium materials. Tech should come from the Uconnect 4, with or without navigation, with an 8.4-in. screen and the optional Uconnect 4C NAV infotainment system with the massive portrait-oriented 12-in. touchscreen center console display.

Current power is delivered from three engines. A 383hp 5.7L V8 with a compressed natural gas option, a 410hp 6.4L V8 and a 6.7L turbodiesel inline-six available in three tunes: 350hp with 660 lb.-ft., 370hp with 800 lb.-ft., and 385hp with 930 lb.-ft. torque rating. The 5.7L and 6.4L are paired to a six-speed automatic transmission, while the three versions of 6.7L can be paired to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. Expect the 6.7L to get an additional power bump in hopes of one-upping the F-350 and Silverado 3500, which currently feature more horsepower and similar torque.

The next RAM HD is slated to move its production location from Saltillo, Mexico, to Warren, Michigan, in 2020, in time for the next-generation heavy-duty’s start of production. Expect an official debut sometime in 2019.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO, stopped by the SPEED SPORT office recently to chat with Ralph Sheheen about the SEMA organization and the various automotive and motorsports activities in which it is involved.

By Linda Spencer

More than 300 trade buyers from throughout China are registered to meet with the SEMA delegation in the SEMA section of the largest specialty-equipment show in Asia—the China Auto Salon. Pictured here are the pronvinces represented by registered buyers.

Sign up today to meet the more than 300 trade buyers pre-registered to visit the SEMA section at the China Auto Salon (CAS) during the 2018 SEMA China Business Development Program, August 15–19, in Shanghai.

The cost is $3,500 (less with state grants), and includes the following:

• A turnkey booth.
• Four nights at a Five-Star hotel (the Intercontinental).
• Meals.
• Your own interpreter for three days.
• Briefings.
• Visits to specialty-equipment retailers, installers and distributors 
• A list of pre-registered buyers. 

Airfare is not included. Registration closes July 31. More information is available at sema.org/china, or contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

By Linda Spencer

More than 300 trade buyers from throughout China are registered to meet with the SEMA delegation in the SEMA section of the largest specialty-equipment show in Asia—the China Auto Salon. Pictured here are the pronvinces represented by registered buyers.

Sign up today to meet the more than 300 trade buyers pre-registered to visit the SEMA section at the China Auto Salon (CAS) during the 2018 SEMA China Business Development Program, August 15–19, in Shanghai.

The cost is $3,500 (less with state grants), and includes the following:

• A turnkey booth.
• Four nights at a Five-Star hotel (the Intercontinental).
• Meals.
• Your own interpreter for three days.
• Briefings.
• Visits to specialty-equipment retailers, installers and distributors 
• A list of pre-registered buyers. 

Airfare is not included. Registration closes July 31. More information is available at sema.org/china, or contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.