SEMA Action Network Celebrates 20 Years at the SEMA Show
Thu, 10/12/2017 - 09:05

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

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This year, the SEMA Action Network (SAN) is celebrating two decades of political horsepower. Over the past 20 years, long battles have been waged over “Cash for Clunker” initiatives, unfair exhaust-noise restrictions, excessive taxes, titling and registration problems, backyard builds, racing and a slew of other issues. From fax machines to Facebook, the SAN’s history is chronicled on the SAN website. 

Stop by booth #60003 at the SEMA Show outside the convention walls of Central Hall to learn more about the SAN’s long-standing efforts to keep our prized vehicles on the road. Also, meet automotive media personality and racing fan Courtney Hansen, Thursday, November 2, from 12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

For more about the SEMA Show, please visit the official website. Contact Colby Martin at san@sema.org for additional information.

SEMA Action Network Celebrates 20 Years at the SEMA Show
Thu, 10/12/2017 - 09:05

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

san

This year, the SEMA Action Network (SAN) is celebrating two decades of political horsepower. Over the past 20 years, long battles have been waged over “Cash for Clunker” initiatives, unfair exhaust-noise restrictions, excessive taxes, titling and registration problems, backyard builds, racing and a slew of other issues. From fax machines to Facebook, the SAN’s history is chronicled on the SAN website. 

Stop by booth #60003 at the SEMA Show outside the convention walls of Central Hall to learn more about the SAN’s long-standing efforts to keep our prized vehicles on the road. Also, meet automotive media personality and racing fan Courtney Hansen, Thursday, November 2, from 12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

For more about the SEMA Show, please visit the official website. Contact Colby Martin at san@sema.org for additional information.

Industry Jobs
Thu, 10/12/2017 - 09:04

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.

200+ Announcements From SEMA Show Exhibitors
Thu, 10/12/2017 - 07:41

By SEMA Editors

SEMA Show Floor
Stay up-to-date on the latest 2017 SEMA Show exhibitor news by regularly checking the Online Media Center.

Stay up-to-date on the latest 2017 SEMA Show exhibitor news by regularly checking the Online Media Center. Find the most relevant news quickly and efficiently by sorting by type of announcement and/or market segment.

Below are some of the latest announcements you will find in the Online Media Center:

Exhibitor press releases can be found at www.SEMAShow.com/press. All SEMA Show exhibitors are welcome to upload releases free of charge.

The 2017 SEMA Show will take place October 31–November 3 in Las Vegas. Register now!

200+ Announcements From SEMA Show Exhibitors
Thu, 10/12/2017 - 07:41

By SEMA Editors

SEMA Show Floor
Stay up-to-date on the latest 2017 SEMA Show exhibitor news by regularly checking the Online Media Center.

Stay up-to-date on the latest 2017 SEMA Show exhibitor news by regularly checking the Online Media Center. Find the most relevant news quickly and efficiently by sorting by type of announcement and/or market segment.

Below are some of the latest announcements you will find in the Online Media Center:

Exhibitor press releases can be found at www.SEMAShow.com/press. All SEMA Show exhibitors are welcome to upload releases free of charge.

The 2017 SEMA Show will take place October 31–November 3 in Las Vegas. Register now!

Sung Kang’s “Project Underdog” Heads to Barrett-Jackson
Thu, 10/12/2017 - 07:12

By John Santos

The ’72 Ford Maverick commonly referred to as “Project Underdog” will make an appearance at this month’s Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Show and Auction in Las Vegas. The vehicle, restored and remodeled by actor Sung Kang, made national headlines after debuting at the Shell “Pioneering Performance” booth during last year’s SEMA Show. It will be up for auction October 21.

Kang, known for his role in the car film series The Fast and the Furious, teamed up with Shell, Pennzoil, SEMA and three students aspiring to be automotive technicians to transform a commonly overlooked ’72 Ford Maverick into eye candy.

All the proceeds from its sale will benefit the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Foundation, which is devoted to fostering the next generation of automotive aftermarket industry leaders and innovators. The Maverick will cross the block Saturday, October 21, 2017, and is assigned to Lot #3005.

For details, visit www.barrett-jackson.com.

Sung Kang’s “Project Underdog” Heads to Barrett-Jackson
Thu, 10/12/2017 - 07:12

By John Santos

The ’72 Ford Maverick commonly referred to as “Project Underdog” will make an appearance at this month’s Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Show and Auction in Las Vegas. The vehicle, restored and remodeled by actor Sung Kang, made national headlines after debuting at the Shell “Pioneering Performance” booth during last year’s SEMA Show. It will be up for auction October 21.

Kang, known for his role in the car film series The Fast and the Furious, teamed up with Shell, Pennzoil, SEMA and three students aspiring to be automotive technicians to transform a commonly overlooked ’72 Ford Maverick into eye candy.

All the proceeds from its sale will benefit the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Foundation, which is devoted to fostering the next generation of automotive aftermarket industry leaders and innovators. The Maverick will cross the block Saturday, October 21, 2017, and is assigned to Lot #3005.

For details, visit www.barrett-jackson.com.

Sung Kang’s “Project Underdog” Heads to Barrett-Jackson
Thu, 10/12/2017 - 07:12

By John Santos

The ’72 Ford Maverick commonly referred to as “Project Underdog” will make an appearance at this month’s Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Show and Auction in Las Vegas. The vehicle, restored and remodeled by actor Sung Kang, made national headlines after debuting at the Shell “Pioneering Performance” booth during last year’s SEMA Show. It will be up for auction October 21.

Kang, known for his role in the car film series The Fast and the Furious, teamed up with Shell, Pennzoil, SEMA and three students aspiring to be automotive technicians to transform a commonly overlooked ’72 Ford Maverick into eye candy.

All the proceeds from its sale will benefit the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Foundation, which is devoted to fostering the next generation of automotive aftermarket industry leaders and innovators. The Maverick will cross the block Saturday, October 21, 2017, and is assigned to Lot #3005.

For details, visit www.barrett-jackson.com.

Sung Kang’s “Project Underdog” Heads to Barrett-Jackson
Thu, 10/12/2017 - 07:12

By John Santos

The ’72 Ford Maverick commonly referred to as “Project Underdog” will make an appearance at this month’s Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Show and Auction in Las Vegas. The vehicle, restored and remodeled by actor Sung Kang, made national headlines after debuting at the Shell “Pioneering Performance” booth during last year’s SEMA Show. It will be up for auction October 21.

Kang, known for his role in the car film series The Fast and the Furious, teamed up with Shell, Pennzoil, SEMA and three students aspiring to be automotive technicians to transform a commonly overlooked ’72 Ford Maverick into eye candy.

All the proceeds from its sale will benefit the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Foundation, which is devoted to fostering the next generation of automotive aftermarket industry leaders and innovators. The Maverick will cross the block Saturday, October 21, 2017, and is assigned to Lot #3005.

For details, visit www.barrett-jackson.com.

New Technology Opens Up $1.5 Billion Market for Aftermarket Industry
Thu, 10/05/2017 - 16:38

By John Waraniak

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Driven by growing consumer interest in safety performance products, such as lane-departure warnings, heads-up displays and parking-assistance systems, the fast-growing, high-margin Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) market is opening up doors for new product innovations and business opportunities.

The aftermarket industry for safety features known as Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) is currently valued at just under $1 billion, and is expected to grow to more than $1.5 billion by 2021, according to a SEMA-commissioned study conducted by Ducker Worldwide and the Center for Automotive Research.

The new report, titled “SEMA Advanced Vehicle Technology Opportunities,” is filled with predictive analysis of business opportunities for the specialty aftermarket. Details, including information on the critical factors impacting the automotive and performance aftermarket industry and how SEMA manufacturing and installer members can participate, will be outlined in a press conference, Wednesday, November 1, 2017, during the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. SEMA executives will highlight what products, market categories and opportunities are expected for the aftermarket in ADAS.

“ADAS is among the fastest-growing automotive segments today, and it presents a significant opportunity for aftermarket retrofitting and new vehicle upgrades,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “We’re confident that the findings from the research report will be of interest to the industry and help members capture the opportunities ahead.”

Driven by growing consumer interest in safety performance products, such as lane-departure warnings, heads-up displays and parking-assistance systems, the fast-growing, high-margin market is opening up doors for new product innovations and business opportunities. All SEMA Show exhibitors and media are invited to the November 1 press conference, to be held in SEMA Central at the 2017 SEMA Show.

The report is scheduled to be available after the press conference at no cost to SEMA members.