These are photos of a Ford Ranger prototype testing around Ford’s headquarters that could foreshadow a diesel version of the midsize truck for the U.S. market.

From the outside, the model looks just like any current T6 Ranger (except for the roof rack), but take notice of a few components, including the strange-looking equipment under the truck, and something in its bed, just behind the cab.

According to sources, the metallic items in the bed are actually the truck’s exhaust fed by catalytic converters that, in this case, are the strange-looking items beneath the vehicle.

So, it’s assumed that this is a powertrain mule for a potential diesel version of the Ranger destined for the U.S. market. The engine under the hood is probably a 2.0L single turbodiesel. This engine is offered in foreign versions of the Ranger, where it’s rated at 158 hp and 284 lb.-ft. of torque. Ford also has a more powerful bi-turbo version of this engine (seen in the overseas Ranger Raptor), but this mule is not likely to have that engine.

A potential diesel-powered Ford Ranger would fight the diesel-powered Chevy Colorado in the United States.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

These are photos of a Ford Ranger prototype testing around Ford’s headquarters that could foreshadow a diesel version of the midsize truck for the U.S. market.

From the outside, the model looks just like any current T6 Ranger (except for the roof rack), but take notice of a few components, including the strange-looking equipment under the truck, and something in its bed, just behind the cab.

According to sources, the metallic items in the bed are actually the truck’s exhaust fed by catalytic converters that, in this case, are the strange-looking items beneath the vehicle.

So, it’s assumed that this is a powertrain mule for a potential diesel version of the Ranger destined for the U.S. market. The engine under the hood is probably a 2.0L single turbodiesel. This engine is offered in foreign versions of the Ranger, where it’s rated at 158 hp and 284 lb.-ft. of torque. Ford also has a more powerful bi-turbo version of this engine (seen in the overseas Ranger Raptor), but this mule is not likely to have that engine.

A potential diesel-powered Ford Ranger would fight the diesel-powered Chevy Colorado in the United States.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

These are photos of a Ford Ranger prototype testing around Ford’s headquarters that could foreshadow a diesel version of the midsize truck for the U.S. market.

From the outside, the model looks just like any current T6 Ranger (except for the roof rack), but take notice of a few components, including the strange-looking equipment under the truck, and something in its bed, just behind the cab.

According to sources, the metallic items in the bed are actually the truck’s exhaust fed by catalytic converters that, in this case, are the strange-looking items beneath the vehicle.

So, it’s assumed that this is a powertrain mule for a potential diesel version of the Ranger destined for the U.S. market. The engine under the hood is probably a 2.0L single turbodiesel. This engine is offered in foreign versions of the Ranger, where it’s rated at 158 hp and 284 lb.-ft. of torque. Ford also has a more powerful bi-turbo version of this engine (seen in the overseas Ranger Raptor), but this mule is not likely to have that engine.

A potential diesel-powered Ford Ranger would fight the diesel-powered Chevy Colorado in the United States.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

By SEMA Editors

Encore at Wynn is among several hotels in the SEMA Show block located within one mile from the Las Vegas Convention Center.

SEMA Showgoers who want to stay close to the Las Vegas Convention Center are encouraged to make reservations at these hotels while rooms are still available.

With a quick look on the www.SEMAShow.com/travel homepage, Showgoers can see a list of hotels available along with the rate per night, distance from the Las Vegas Convention Center and hotel star rating. Here are four hotels located one mile or less from the Las Vegas Convention Center:

• Encore at Wynn (0.88 miles)
• Hilton Grand Vacations – Las Vegas Convention Center (0.40)
• Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (0.30)
• Wynn Las Vegas (1.00)

Showgoers booking through the SEMA Show housing partner receive guaranteed low rates on a wide range of hotel properties at locations on and off the Las Vegas Strip.

When making your hotel reservations through the SEMA Show Travel & Lodging page, you are receiving the most affordable and convenient hotel options through our partnership with onPeak, the only official hotel provider for the 2019 SEMA Show. All negotiated rates provided by onPeak include resort fees and will allow you to change or cancel your reservation without any financial penalties.

More information about the SEMA Show, Tuesday–Friday, November 5–8, is available on www.SEMAShow.com.

By SEMA Editors

Encore at Wynn is among several hotels in the SEMA Show block located within one mile from the Las Vegas Convention Center.

SEMA Showgoers who want to stay close to the Las Vegas Convention Center are encouraged to make reservations at these hotels while rooms are still available.

With a quick look on the www.SEMAShow.com/travel homepage, Showgoers can see a list of hotels available along with the rate per night, distance from the Las Vegas Convention Center and hotel star rating. Here are four hotels located one mile or less from the Las Vegas Convention Center:

• Encore at Wynn (0.88 miles)
• Hilton Grand Vacations – Las Vegas Convention Center (0.40)
• Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (0.30)
• Wynn Las Vegas (1.00)

Showgoers booking through the SEMA Show housing partner receive guaranteed low rates on a wide range of hotel properties at locations on and off the Las Vegas Strip.

When making your hotel reservations through the SEMA Show Travel & Lodging page, you are receiving the most affordable and convenient hotel options through our partnership with onPeak, the only official hotel provider for the 2019 SEMA Show. All negotiated rates provided by onPeak include resort fees and will allow you to change or cancel your reservation without any financial penalties.

More information about the SEMA Show, Tuesday–Friday, November 5–8, is available on www.SEMAShow.com.

By SEMA Editors

SEMA News will highlight 35 of the industry’s top young trendsetters in its September 2019 issue.

September’s issue of SEMA News will highlight up-and-coming superstars in the automotive aftermarket industry who are age 35 and younger. If you know a leader in that age range as of September 1, 2019—whether they are in manufacturing and design, marketing, retail, events and media, or distribution—we would like to hear from you.

Many SEMA members are currently working with creative young professionals who are already industry trailblazers. They may have played key roles in leveraging new and emerging technologies with a traditional automotive aftermarket business to expand company reach, improve product development, energize marketing efforts or upgrade customer interaction.

They could be budding talents at an established company, entrepreneurs building their own brands or innovators who have launched companies that might become big names in the future. What they all will have in common are fresh ideas, enthusiasm, charisma and the drive to succeed.

SEMA News looks for candidates drawn from diverse industry segments who are already making a significant impact through their leadership within their organizations or businesses. Entrepreneurship, commitment, insight, innovation, integrity, responsibility, demonstrated skill, involvement and success within the marketplace weigh heavily in the decision-making process. We’ll honor the winners in the September issue of SEMA News and on www.sema.org.

Nominate a candidate now for the 2019 SEMA News 35 Under 35. Nominations are due May 31.

By SEMA Editors

SEMA News will highlight 35 of the industry’s top young trendsetters in its September 2019 issue.

September’s issue of SEMA News will highlight up-and-coming superstars in the automotive aftermarket industry who are age 35 and younger. If you know a leader in that age range as of September 1, 2019—whether they are in manufacturing and design, marketing, retail, events and media, or distribution—we would like to hear from you.

Many SEMA members are currently working with creative young professionals who are already industry trailblazers. They may have played key roles in leveraging new and emerging technologies with a traditional automotive aftermarket business to expand company reach, improve product development, energize marketing efforts or upgrade customer interaction.

They could be budding talents at an established company, entrepreneurs building their own brands or innovators who have launched companies that might become big names in the future. What they all will have in common are fresh ideas, enthusiasm, charisma and the drive to succeed.

SEMA News looks for candidates drawn from diverse industry segments who are already making a significant impact through their leadership within their organizations or businesses. Entrepreneurship, commitment, insight, innovation, integrity, responsibility, demonstrated skill, involvement and success within the marketplace weigh heavily in the decision-making process. We’ll honor the winners in the September issue of SEMA News and on www.sema.org.

Nominate a candidate now for the 2019 SEMA News 35 Under 35. Nominations are due May 31.

Voting will take place online between May 14–28 and is open to current SEMA-member companies. Votes must be cast by each company’s primary contact. Details on the upcoming election will be sent to the member company’s designated primary contact beginning May 2. Winners will be announced by May 30 and formally inducted into the SEMA Board of Directors at the SEMA Installation & Gala, July 26.

Voting will take place online between May 14–28 and is open to current SEMA-member companies. Votes must be cast by each company’s primary contact. Details on the upcoming election will be sent to the member company’s designated primary contact beginning May 2. Winners will be announced by May 30 and formally inducted into the SEMA Board of Directors at the SEMA Installation & Gala, July 26.

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 jobs posted to the website.

Automotive Technician
RENNTech Inc. is hiring an automotive technician responsible for preventive maintenance, including engine tuneups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing and replacing filters, and identifying problems with modern diagnostic equipment. The ideal candidate will have automotive experience, particularly with Mercedes-Benz and other European cars.

Technical and Warranty Support Expert
Bilstein of America is hiring a technical and warranty support expert to provide sales, technical and warranty support for Bilstein products in the automotive aftermarket; assist different customers with application questions, installation issues, troubleshooting and warranty requests; research and provide data to customers to ensure customer satisfaction; and assist Bilstein technical center customers, automotive workshops and consumers with proper product information and availability updates to maximize sales potential and maintain positive customer relationships. Three to five years of automotive experience, preferably of a technical nature with heavy customer interaction, is required. 

Director, Export Sales
Redhorse Performance (RHP) is hiring a director of export sales, to drive sales, profitability and awareness outside of RHP’s main market in North America. It is expected that the candidate will work remotely. The position will report directly to the president of the company. Candidates should have five years of sales experience in the performance automotive aftermarket within the region. Experience selling a performance fitting line within the region and passion for the performance racing industry are pluses.