This is the ’18 Honda Civic Si sedan, caught while out on a test drive in Urban Meyer’s backyard.

The Civic Si coupe was previewed in November at the L.A. Auto Show, but the production version has yet to be unveiled. Based on these photos, the Si sedan will look similar to the concept when it hits showrooms. The wheels and wing on this version look a little smaller, but it’s otherwise distinctive compared to a standard Civic sedan.

Honda confirmed in Los Angeles that the Civic Si would get a higher-performance version of the 1.5L turbo four offered in other Civics and special styling tweaks, limited-slip differential, and active steering and suspension. Power figures were not disclosed, but bet on at least 200 hp.

The Si will be available in coupe and sedan formats when it goes on sale later this year. Expect a production version to be shown this spring, more than likely in New York.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the ’18 Honda Civic Si sedan, caught while out on a test drive in Urban Meyer’s backyard.

The Civic Si coupe was previewed in November at the L.A. Auto Show, but the production version has yet to be unveiled. Based on these photos, the Si sedan will look similar to the concept when it hits showrooms. The wheels and wing on this version look a little smaller, but it’s otherwise distinctive compared to a standard Civic sedan.

Honda confirmed in Los Angeles that the Civic Si would get a higher-performance version of the 1.5L turbo four offered in other Civics and special styling tweaks, limited-slip differential, and active steering and suspension. Power figures were not disclosed, but bet on at least 200 hp.

The Si will be available in coupe and sedan formats when it goes on sale later this year. Expect a production version to be shown this spring, more than likely in New York.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the ’18 Honda Civic Si sedan, caught while out on a test drive in Urban Meyer’s backyard.

The Civic Si coupe was previewed in November at the L.A. Auto Show, but the production version has yet to be unveiled. Based on these photos, the Si sedan will look similar to the concept when it hits showrooms. The wheels and wing on this version look a little smaller, but it’s otherwise distinctive compared to a standard Civic sedan.

Honda confirmed in Los Angeles that the Civic Si would get a higher-performance version of the 1.5L turbo four offered in other Civics and special styling tweaks, limited-slip differential, and active steering and suspension. Power figures were not disclosed, but bet on at least 200 hp.

The Si will be available in coupe and sedan formats when it goes on sale later this year. Expect a production version to be shown this spring, more than likely in New York.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

By Jason Catullo

At the SEMA Exhibitor Summit, SEMA’s Trade Shows Director Tom Gattuso will highlight the value-added Show programs available and the tools and resources needed to help companies plan ahead.

Exhibitors are invited to Las Vegas for the SEMA Exhibitor Summit—the most direct, cost-effective way to prepare for the 2017 SEMA Show. Now in its eighth year, the summit takes place Monday and Tuesday, June 19 and 20, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas.

Trade show experts, including SEMA’s Trade Shows Director Tom Gattuso, will highlight the value-added Show programs available and the tools and resources needed to help companies plan ahead. Exhibitors will discover how to make the most of their budget through programs created to enhance Show ROI based on company goals, and discover proven strategies to get buyers to their booth.

Participants will also explore the promotional opportunities available through Show sponsorships and learn how to save money on material handling, electrical and other Show-related expenses.

There is no cost to participate in the Summit. Limited complimentary hotel rooms are available to exhibitors and their staff. Space is limited. Register today!

To secure booth space for the 2017 SEMA Show, Tuesday–Friday, October 31–November 3, visit www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

By Jason Catullo

At the SEMA Exhibitor Summit, SEMA’s Trade Shows Director Tom Gattuso will highlight the value-added Show programs available and the tools and resources needed to help companies plan ahead.

Exhibitors are invited to Las Vegas for the SEMA Exhibitor Summit—the most direct, cost-effective way to prepare for the 2017 SEMA Show. Now in its eighth year, the summit takes place Monday and Tuesday, June 19 and 20, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas.

Trade show experts, including SEMA’s Trade Shows Director Tom Gattuso, will highlight the value-added Show programs available and the tools and resources needed to help companies plan ahead. Exhibitors will discover how to make the most of their budget through programs created to enhance Show ROI based on company goals, and discover proven strategies to get buyers to their booth.

Participants will also explore the promotional opportunities available through Show sponsorships and learn how to save money on material handling, electrical and other Show-related expenses.

There is no cost to participate in the Summit. Limited complimentary hotel rooms are available to exhibitors and their staff. Space is limited. Register today!

To secure booth space for the 2017 SEMA Show, Tuesday–Friday, October 31–November 3, visit www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

By SEMA Editors

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

• 2017 SEMA Middle East Business Development Conference, March 28, 2017–April 1, 2017, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• SEMA Town Hall Meeting, April 13, 2017, Omix-ADA, Suwanee, Georgia

• ARMO Hot Products Showcase at Spring Carlisle, April 20–22, 2017, Carlisle, Pennsylvania

• ARMO Hot Products Showcase Mixer at Spring Carlisle, April 20, 2017, Carlisle, Pennsylvania

• SEMA Town Hall Meeting, May 9, 2017, Heidts, Lake Zurich, Illinois

• SEMA Washington Rally, May 17, 2017, Washington, D.C.

• 2017 SEMA Australia Regional Business Development Conference, May 23–27, 2017, Melbourne, Australia

• SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit, June 19–20, 2017, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas

• SEMA Town Hall Meeting, July 11, 2017, Competition Specialties, Auburn, Washington

• Collector Car Appreciation Day, July 14, 2017

• SEMA Installation Gala, July 28, 2017, Sheraton Fairplex Conference Center, Pomona, California

• 2017 SEMA China Business Development Program, September 6–10, 2017, Shanghai, China

• 2017 SEMA Show, October 31–November 3, 2017, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas

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

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

By SEMA Editors

The Australia Business Development Conference includes a turn-key booth; meetings with pre-vetted buyers; visiting retailers, distributors and installers of performance, styling and off-road products; attending a briefing with the U.S. Department of Commerce; and a session with New Zealander and Australian print and TV enthusiast media.

Join SEMA for the Australia Business Development Conference, May 23–27, 2017, in Melbourne. The “GearHeads Down Under” program includes a turn-key booth at the 2017 SEMA Australia program attended by pre-vetted buyers; visiting retailers, distributors and installers of performance, styling and off-road products; attending a briefing with the U.S. Department of Commerce; and a session with New Zealander and Australian print and TV enthusiast media. Federal and state grants are available to defray the costs, which include a turnkey booth, four nights’ hotel and meals, for qualified attendees.

Six reasons to consider participating:

• A well-established, passionate car culture. Australians and New Zealanders are diehard enthusiasts. It is not farfetched to estimate that consumers in these two markets spend more per capita than Americans do.
• On a per-capita basis, Australia is one of the world’s 20 richest countries. Unemployment remains low, and Australia hasn’t had a recession in more than 24 years.
• The Australian and New Zealand specialty market covers all of the niches found in the United States. This includes off-roading, street performance, racing, styling, classic/vintage and car care.
• Positive perception of U.S. products. The United States enjoys a strong reputation as a manufacturer of high-quality, well-engineered automotive aftermarket and specialty products. Thanks to a free-trade agreement between the United States and Australia, U.S. products enter the market duty free. Australia is also an important market for U.S.-built vehicles. Australia imported 42,000 vehicles from the United States in the first eight months of last year, making it the sixth highest destination for U.S.-built vehicles.
• Half of the vehicles sold annually in Australia are SUVs and pickups (or "utes" as they call them).
• New Ford Mustang sales are hot. Rumor has it there more hot rodders in Australia than anywhere else in the world.

Register now! For more information, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org or visit www.sema.org/australia/exhibitor.

By SEMA Editors

The Australia Business Development Conference includes a turn-key booth; meetings with pre-vetted buyers; visiting retailers, distributors and installers of performance, styling and off-road products; attending a briefing with the U.S. Department of Commerce; and a session with New Zealander and Australian print and TV enthusiast media.

Join SEMA for the Australia Business Development Conference, May 23–27, 2017, in Melbourne. The “GearHeads Down Under” program includes a turn-key booth at the 2017 SEMA Australia program attended by pre-vetted buyers; visiting retailers, distributors and installers of performance, styling and off-road products; attending a briefing with the U.S. Department of Commerce; and a session with New Zealander and Australian print and TV enthusiast media. Federal and state grants are available to defray the costs, which include a turnkey booth, four nights’ hotel and meals, for qualified attendees.

Six reasons to consider participating:

• A well-established, passionate car culture. Australians and New Zealanders are diehard enthusiasts. It is not farfetched to estimate that consumers in these two markets spend more per capita than Americans do.
• On a per-capita basis, Australia is one of the world’s 20 richest countries. Unemployment remains low, and Australia hasn’t had a recession in more than 24 years.
• The Australian and New Zealand specialty market covers all of the niches found in the United States. This includes off-roading, street performance, racing, styling, classic/vintage and car care.
• Positive perception of U.S. products. The United States enjoys a strong reputation as a manufacturer of high-quality, well-engineered automotive aftermarket and specialty products. Thanks to a free-trade agreement between the United States and Australia, U.S. products enter the market duty free. Australia is also an important market for U.S.-built vehicles. Australia imported 42,000 vehicles from the United States in the first eight months of last year, making it the sixth highest destination for U.S.-built vehicles.
• Half of the vehicles sold annually in Australia are SUVs and pickups (or "utes" as they call them).
• New Ford Mustang sales are hot. Rumor has it there more hot rodders in Australia than anywhere else in the world.

Register now! For more information, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org or visit www.sema.org/australia/exhibitor.

March 31 is the deadline to submit the Exhibit Space Rental Application and deposit to participate in the 2017 SEMA Show Priority Space Selection, taking place May 1–19.

March 31 is the deadline to submit the Exhibit Space Rental Application and deposit to participate in the 2017 SEMA Show Priority Space Selection, taking place May 1–19.