This is the ’18 Roush Mustang, caught while testing in the Rockies.

The Roush Mustang will benefit from upgrades that the rest of the ’18 Mustangs get, such as updates to the front clip and new LED lights, front and rear, and a new hood. Magnetic ride control with adaptive dampers are also available now.

The Mustang’s 5.0L V8 received a boost up to 460 hp, so it’s fair to assume this Stage 2 Roush version will jump from ’17’s 435, and possibly approach 500.

Expect the ’18 Stage 2 Roush Mustang to continue to demand a premium of about $10,000 when it becomes available next year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the ’18 Roush Mustang, caught while testing in the Rockies.

The Roush Mustang will benefit from upgrades that the rest of the ’18 Mustangs get, such as updates to the front clip and new LED lights, front and rear, and a new hood. Magnetic ride control with adaptive dampers are also available now.

The Mustang’s 5.0L V8 received a boost up to 460 hp, so it’s fair to assume this Stage 2 Roush version will jump from ’17’s 435, and possibly approach 500.

Expect the ’18 Stage 2 Roush Mustang to continue to demand a premium of about $10,000 when it becomes available next year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the ’18 Roush Mustang, caught while testing in the Rockies.

The Roush Mustang will benefit from upgrades that the rest of the ’18 Mustangs get, such as updates to the front clip and new LED lights, front and rear, and a new hood. Magnetic ride control with adaptive dampers are also available now.

The Mustang’s 5.0L V8 received a boost up to 460 hp, so it’s fair to assume this Stage 2 Roush version will jump from ’17’s 435, and possibly approach 500.

Expect the ’18 Stage 2 Roush Mustang to continue to demand a premium of about $10,000 when it becomes available next year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Data Co-op is offering free data management consultations during the 2017 SEMA Show.

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) team will be out in full force during Show week to offer free data-management consultations in booth #20679.

“We are very excited about this year’s SEMA Show,” said Craig Schmutzler, SDC vice president of operations. “For the first time, we will have a presence in two booths. We have our original location in Central Hall and, new for 2017, we will have a booth (#33240) in the Business Services section of the South Hall. We are also pleased to announce the release of our new User Interface (UI), which matches impressive technical sophistication with the easy-to-use, web-based dashboard our members expect. Please stop by one of our booths to see first-hand how our new UI operates, and let one of our staff give you an overview of SEMA Data Co-op’s data services.”

The SDC is scheduling meetings every hour from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. during the Show (until Friday at 4:00 p.m.). The SDC booth is located behind the Ford display in Central Hall, in the raised meeting room #20679.

Request a meeting time now!

“The SEMA Data Co-op is the only industry-owned and -operated product-data repository with a brand-new user dashboard we call SDC 2.0, and expert assistance to get your data in order,” said Jim Graven, director of membership. “We really enjoy the opportunity to meet with companies that have struggled with their data, or just don’t know where to start. And data receivers love our program, which provides unlimited data exports at no charge to SEMA members.”

For more information, contact Allen Horwitz at allenh@semadatacoop.org or call 888-958-6698, ext. 9.

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Data Co-op is offering free data management consultations during the 2017 SEMA Show.

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) team will be out in full force during Show week to offer free data-management consultations in booth #20679.

“We are very excited about this year’s SEMA Show,” said Craig Schmutzler, SDC vice president of operations. “For the first time, we will have a presence in two booths. We have our original location in Central Hall and, new for 2017, we will have a booth (#33240) in the Business Services section of the South Hall. We are also pleased to announce the release of our new User Interface (UI), which matches impressive technical sophistication with the easy-to-use, web-based dashboard our members expect. Please stop by one of our booths to see first-hand how our new UI operates, and let one of our staff give you an overview of SEMA Data Co-op’s data services.”

The SDC is scheduling meetings every hour from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. during the Show (until Friday at 4:00 p.m.). The SDC booth is located behind the Ford display in Central Hall, in the raised meeting room #20679.

Request a meeting time now!

“The SEMA Data Co-op is the only industry-owned and -operated product-data repository with a brand-new user dashboard we call SDC 2.0, and expert assistance to get your data in order,” said Jim Graven, director of membership. “We really enjoy the opportunity to meet with companies that have struggled with their data, or just don’t know where to start. And data receivers love our program, which provides unlimited data exports at no charge to SEMA members.”

For more information, contact Allen Horwitz at allenh@semadatacoop.org or call 888-958-6698, ext. 9.

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Data Co-op is offering free data management consultations during the 2017 SEMA Show.

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) team will be out in full force during Show week to offer free data-management consultations in booth #20679.

“We are very excited about this year’s SEMA Show,” said Craig Schmutzler, SDC vice president of operations. “For the first time, we will have a presence in two booths. We have our original location in Central Hall and, new for 2017, we will have a booth (#33240) in the Business Services section of the South Hall. We are also pleased to announce the release of our new User Interface (UI), which matches impressive technical sophistication with the easy-to-use, web-based dashboard our members expect. Please stop by one of our booths to see first-hand how our new UI operates, and let one of our staff give you an overview of SEMA Data Co-op’s data services.”

The SDC is scheduling meetings every hour from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. during the Show (until Friday at 4:00 p.m.). The SDC booth is located behind the Ford display in Central Hall, in the raised meeting room #20679.

Request a meeting time now!

“The SEMA Data Co-op is the only industry-owned and -operated product-data repository with a brand-new user dashboard we call SDC 2.0, and expert assistance to get your data in order,” said Jim Graven, director of membership. “We really enjoy the opportunity to meet with companies that have struggled with their data, or just don’t know where to start. And data receivers love our program, which provides unlimited data exports at no charge to SEMA members.”

For more information, contact Allen Horwitz at allenh@semadatacoop.org or call 888-958-6698, ext. 9.

Find exhibitors, view the floorplan, create a Show schedule and more with the SEMA Show mobile app.

Find exhibitors, view the floorplan, create a Show schedule and more with the SEMA Show mobile app.

By SEMA Editors

Latest Jobs Added to SEMA Career Center

Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest classifieds posted to the website.

Full-Charge Bookkeeper: VeriFacts Automotive is looking for a full-charge bookkeeper to work in its Newport Beach, California, office to support the CEO and CFO. This position will be responsible for conducting all duties associated with bi-weekly payroll, performing monthly bank reconciliations, processing cash disbursements and assisting in cash management. The ideal candidate will have experience in a bookkeeping role and working with QuickBooks.

Inside Sales Representative: Total Cost Involved Engineering Inc. is hiring an inside sales representative who is passionate about classic and musclecars. This position will be responsible for conducting both inbound and outbound sales activities and traveling to select car shows around the country to provide face-to-face selling opportunities with top dealers and end-user customers. The ideal candidate should have more than five years’ proven inside or outside sales experience with technical sales in the auto industry.

Restoration Specialist: V8 Speed and Resto Shop is hiring a restoration specialist to remove and install sheet-metal panels, make and install patch panels, align and gap panels. Experience with MIG, TIG and resistance spot welders are a must. Candidates must have hand-held fabrication tools and general mechanical tools for assembly and disassembly of musclecars.

Jobber Specialist: Truck Hero Inc. is hiring a jobber specialist to travel within the United States (West Coast and Rocky Mountain states) visiting jobber/dealer accounts and attending trade shows. Primary responsibilities include ownership of jobber/dealer relationships through strong communication and support skills within offering products. The ideal candidate must be a self-motivating, energetic professional who enjoys travel. This position will require up to 75% travel depending on business needs, including some weekends and trade shows. A high-school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred, along with 1–3 years of experience in dealership, customer or client-relationship management.

Product Manager: Corvette America is hiring a product manager to identify potential products for development; deliver MRDs and PRDs with prioritized features and corresponding justification; and determine profitable product pricing to support consumer and dealer tiers by utilizing market research data, production and sales costs, anticipating volume and costing orders. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience as a product manager in the automotive industry and demonstrated success defining and launching profitable product lines.

By Jason Catullo

Exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show can expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

Exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show are invited to expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list connects manufacturers with builders looking to create or complete a vehicle project.

The list, which will be updated each week in SEMA eNews, features product offers and contact information provided by confirmed SEMA Show exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product use the information to contact exhibitors directly. With each project vehicle required to be supported by a current 2017 SEMA Show exhibitor, all product-placement decisions, negotiations and agreements are the responsibility of the exhibiting manufacturer and the builder.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show only. To be included in the list, complete the form.

Exhibitors: Each submission will appear on a first-come, first-served basis. All submissions are due by Friday, October 6, 2017. As participation increases, all submissions will also be archived on www.SEMAShow.com.

Note: For verification purposes, the Project-Vehicle Builders form must be used to participate in the program; email submissions will not be included in the list. Participation in the list does not guarantee product or vehicle placement at the 2017 SEMA Show.

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Engine/Underhood Components

All American Billet: Billet front drive kits, radiator overflow tanks, power steering remote reservoirs, AC/Heater bulkhead fittings, fuel block offs, oil breathers, spark plug wire looms. Contact: Shane Williams, shane@allamericanbillet.com; 623-580-7214. Website: www.allamericanbillet.com.

QuietRIDE Solutions: QRS AcoustiTRUNK Trunk Floor Mats are made from a non-skid, ultra-high definition, black rubber and feature the vehicle brand name and/or logo.  Trunk mats are designed specifically for older model cars of the 50s-60s-70s-80s. AcoustiTrunk Mat Covers are pre-cut and ready to install with barrier insulation. Molded with vehicle brand logo or available with custom vehicle theme image with builder artwork supplied. Contact: Jeff Hinton, customerservice@quietride.com, 209-942-4777. Website: www.Quietdride.com.

Strapworks LLC: Battery Tie-down Straps. Custom Straps and Hardware including powder-coated, nickel, plastic, brass, stainless steel, and Mil-Spec/Berry Compliant. Contact: Chad Colombraro, chad@strapworks.com; 541-74-1065-8320. Website: www.strapworks.com.  

ExteriorComponents/Accessories

All American Billet: ’67-’72 chevy truck billet side marker bezels, taillight bezels, gas doors, ’58-’66 GM Fleetside tailgate latch kits, wiper post delete covers, washers. Contact: Shane Williams, shane@allamericanbillet.com; 623-580-7214. Website: www.allamericanbillet.com.

Concept One/Klutch Wheels: Conceptone wheels, Klutch wheels and Klutch Offroad wheels. Contact: Michael Wiene, michael@klutchwheels.com; 626-968-8913. Website: www.conceptonewheelsusa.com.

Focus Auto Design Inc.: Tough Formfit guards. Contact: Jordan Lewis, sema@focusauto.com; 403-770-4201. Website: www.formfithoodprotectors.com/tough-formfit-guard.

Mile Marker Industries: Electric winches. Contact: Ed Whitty, ed@milemarker.com; 954-782-0604. Website: www.milemarker.com.

QuietRIDE Solutions: QRS AcoustiHOOD Under Hood Cover and Insulation Kit. ABS cover and Heat Shield Barrier insulation. Pre-cut, Ready to install. Molded with vehicle brand logo or available with custom vehicle theme image with builder artwork supplied. QRS ShowBEDDER Bed Floor Covers for Classic Trucks 1928 through 2011. The “ShowBedder” is QuietRide Solution’s newest product for the antique and classic truck market. The ShowBedder is a protective bed floor cover for trucks built between 1928 and 2011*. They are year-make-model specific and constructed with a vinyl rubber mat material, pre-cut and ready roll out. Molded with vehicle brand logo or available with custom vehicle theme image with builder artwork supplied. Contact: Jeff Hinton, customerservice@quietride.com, 209-942-4777. Website: www.Quietdride.com.

SnugTop: Fiberglass shells and lids for all types of pick up trucks. Contact: Ruth Walker, rwalker@snugtop.com; 562-432-5454. Website: www.snugtop.com.

Strapworks LLC: Custom Straps and Hardware including powder-coated, nickel, plastic, brass, stainless steel, and Mil-Spec/Berry Compliant. Off-Road Spare Tire Tie-Down assemblies, Tow and Rescue Straps, Winch Pull Straps. Cam Straps and Ratchet Straps. Heavy-Duty Utility Straps of all kinds! Contact: Chad Colombraro, chad@strapworks.com; 541-74-1065-8320. Website: www.strapworks.com.

Tailhook: Innovative cargo retrieval system. Great for full size pickups and a Must for lifted trucks. Contact: Andy Kogut, andy@thetailhook.com; 508-348-1643. Website: www.thetailhook.com.

Interior Components/Accessories

All American Billet: Billet door and window crank handles, 67-72 Chevy Truck dash knobs, shift levers, column kits, steering wheels, column drops, dash panels, door lock knobs, cup holders, tach cups, gauge holders. Contact: Shane Williams, shane@allamericanbillet.com; 623-580-7214. Website: www.allamericanbillet.com.

Distinctive Industries: Restoration interior products for 1960-later Ford and GM classic cars. We offer seat upholstery, seat foam, door panels, quarter panels, convertible top boots, headliners, sunvizers, package trays, sail panels and more. Contact: Keith Roberts, keith.roberts@di.vu; 678-858-2784. Website: www.distinctiveindustries.com.

Lloyd Mats: Quality custom carpet floor mats with officially licensed logos for Honda, Acura, Ford, Shelby, Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Dodge, Jeep and Porsche. Products available for Honda Civic Type R and Si, Porsche, Shelby GT350/350R, 6th Gen Camaro, Corvette Grand Sport and classic muscle cars. Contact: Nicholas Simpson, nicholas@kahnmedia.com; 818-88-1524-6106. Website: www.lloydmats.com.

QuietRIDE Solutions: QRS Firewall Insulators. Pre-cut and ready to install. Molded to replace factory OEM products. Stop the noise and heat at the source. Available for 600 OEM vehicles—1928 through 2015 and street rods and custom cars and trucks. QRS AcoustiSHIELD Thermal Acoustic Automotive Insulation Kits. Pre-cut and ready to install for 1,300 popular vehicles--1928 through 2015. Includes Dynamat Xtreme and HeatShield Barrier Insulation Panels. Makes the passenger cabin Cool and Quiet Inside. Contact: Jeff Hinton, customerservice@quietride.com, 209-942-4777. Website: www.Quietdride.com.

Strapworks LLC: Custom Sublimated Seatbelt Webbing, Custom Straps and Hardware including powder-coated, nickel, plastic, brass, stainless steel, and Mil-Spec/Berry Compliant. Custom Sublimated Elastic, Paracord, and Rope. Light to Medium Duty Utility Straps. Contact: Chad Colombraro, chad@strapworks.com; 541-74-1065-8320. Website: www.strapworks.com.

Suspension/Brake Components

All American Billet: ’60-’72 Chevy Truck billet trailing arms, ’60-’62 GM Bolt-On air Bag Rear Suspension Kit, ’63-’87 Chevy C10 front drop crossmember kit, with coilovers or airbags and with billet or fabricated control arms. Contact: Shane Williams, shane@allamericanbillet.com; 623-580-7214. Website: www.allamericanbillet.com.

Other Products/Services

Adams Polishes: Premium Car Care Products, Waxes, Sealants, Coatings, and Cleaners. Contact: Kyle Martin, Kyle@adamspolishes.com; 954-604-0387. Website: www.Adamspolishes.com.

Grex Airbrush: Airbrushes, spray guns, and associated air compressors and accessories. Contact: Raymond Wong, raymondw@grexusa.com; 323-318-2828. Website: www.grexairbrush.com.

Omni United: Looking to place 2 sets of 37x13.50R22 Patriot MTs, and one set of 37x13.50R22 Radar Renegade R7 MTs. Contact: Casey Robinson, caseyrobinson@omni-united.com; 231-645-6452. Website: www.omni-united.com.

Race Ramps: Large selection of car display ramps and wheel cribs, ramps for detailing and wrap demonstrations, off-road vehicle display rocks, show mirrors, custom options also available with further discussion. Contact: Christina Kwan, christinak@raceramps.com; 866-464-2788, ext. 4. Website: www.raceramps.com.

Strapworks LLC: Custom Branded Sublimated Webbing and Straps. No minimum order quantities! Made in America. Contact: Chad Colombraro, chad@strapworks.com; 541-74-1065-8320. Website: www.strapworks.com.

Viair Corp.: 12V & 24V Air Compressors for uses such as air suspension, onboard air, air horns, air lockers and tire inflation. Contact: Nick Decasas, sponsorship@viaircorp.com; 949-585-0011. Website: www.viaircorp.com.

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