By SEMA Editors

SEMA Show sales representatives are the first point of contact for exhibitors with general Show questions, seeking sponsorship opportunities or looking to stretch their Show budgets by taking advantage of existing, value-added programs.

SEMA eNews will highlight sales people each week, continuing this week with Monica Terlouw, who represents the Collision Repair & Refinish and the Restyling & Car Care Accessories sections, and Scott Hartwick, who represents the Hot Rod Alley, Mobile Electronics & Technology, Powersports & Utility Vehicles, Restoration Marketplace, and Tools & Equipment sections of the 2019 SEMA Show.

The Collision Repair & Refinish and the Restyling & Car Care Accessories sections feature exhibitors in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Hot Rod Alley and Restoration Marketplace are located in the Central Hall, Mobile Electronics & Technology and Tools & Equipment are located in the North Hall, and Powersports & Utility Vehicles is located in South Hall Upper.

By SEMA Editors

The 2019 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, November 5–8.

Companies that submit applications by March 29 are eligible to participate in the 2019 SEMA Show Priority Space Selection process. During the process, which takes place April 29 –May 14, companies select the best locations for their SEMA Show display needs—based on exhibitor seniority.

The Priority Space Selection provides the exhibitors with the opportunity to select the best locations for their display needs.

The 2019 SEMA Show is scheduled for Tuesday–Friday, November 5–8, in Las Vegas. To participate in the Priority Space Selection Process, secure your booth space for 2019 by visiting www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

The 2018 SEMA Show drew more than 70,000 domestic and international buyers. The displays are segmented into 12 sections, and a New Products Showcase featured nearly 3,000 newly introduced parts, tools and components.

Complete information about the 2019 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By SEMA Editors

The 2019 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, November 5–8.

Companies that submit applications by March 29 are eligible to participate in the 2019 SEMA Show Priority Space Selection process. During the process, which takes place April 29 –May 14, companies select the best locations for their SEMA Show display needs—based on exhibitor seniority.

The Priority Space Selection provides the exhibitors with the opportunity to select the best locations for their display needs.

The 2019 SEMA Show is scheduled for Tuesday–Friday, November 5–8, in Las Vegas. To participate in the Priority Space Selection Process, secure your booth space for 2019 by visiting www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

The 2018 SEMA Show drew more than 70,000 domestic and international buyers. The displays are segmented into 12 sections, and a New Products Showcase featured nearly 3,000 newly introduced parts, tools and components.

Complete information about the 2019 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By SEMA Editors

The 2019 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, November 5–8.

Companies that submit applications by March 29 are eligible to participate in the 2019 SEMA Show Priority Space Selection process. During the process, which takes place April 29 –May 14, companies select the best locations for their SEMA Show display needs—based on exhibitor seniority.

The Priority Space Selection provides the exhibitors with the opportunity to select the best locations for their display needs.

The 2019 SEMA Show is scheduled for Tuesday–Friday, November 5–8, in Las Vegas. To participate in the Priority Space Selection Process, secure your booth space for 2019 by visiting www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

The 2018 SEMA Show drew more than 70,000 domestic and international buyers. The displays are segmented into 12 sections, and a New Products Showcase featured nearly 3,000 newly introduced parts, tools and components.

Complete information about the 2019 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By Linda Spencer

Representing JE Pistons/K1 Technologies/ProX/Wiseco were Sean Crawford (back middle), vice president of marketing and business development, and John Ohradzansky (right), sales. “We were pleasantly surprised with all the activity we had at our booth,” Ohradzansky said. “The Australians were very excited to talk with us. The energy level was high, and it was a great event for us.”

Join SEMA for the bi-annual SEMA Australia Regional Business Development Conference, May 9–13, in Melbourne. Meet with pre-vetted trade buyers in this market identified as the second most important global export market for U.S.-based SEMA-member manufacturers.

U.S. government grants are available for qualified participants to help defray the cost. Rates begin at $3,850, and include a turnkey booth at the Motor Ex Show networking reception with buyers and visiting specialty-equipment shops. Fees also include four nights’ lodging and meals.

A record number of trade buyers (160) are already registered to visit the SEMA delegation during the May 11 trade day in the SEMA section at the Motor-Ex Show.

2019 SEMA Australia Regional Business Development Conference, May 9–13

May 9: Dinner/briefing with top trade buyers.
May 10: Briefing with U.S. government officials. Visit accessory, performance and off-road retailers and wholesalers.
May 11–12: Exhibiting at the MotorEx Show. An evening networking event with buyers will be held May 11.

Take advantage of this opportunity now; the next trip won’t take place until 2021. More information is available at www.sema.org/australia or by contacting Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

By Linda Spencer

Representing JE Pistons/K1 Technologies/ProX/Wiseco were Sean Crawford (back middle), vice president of marketing and business development, and John Ohradzansky (right), sales. “We were pleasantly surprised with all the activity we had at our booth,” Ohradzansky said. “The Australians were very excited to talk with us. The energy level was high, and it was a great event for us.”

Join SEMA for the bi-annual SEMA Australia Regional Business Development Conference, May 9–13, in Melbourne. Meet with pre-vetted trade buyers in this market identified as the second most important global export market for U.S.-based SEMA-member manufacturers.

U.S. government grants are available for qualified participants to help defray the cost. Rates begin at $3,850, and include a turnkey booth at the Motor Ex Show networking reception with buyers and visiting specialty-equipment shops. Fees also include four nights’ lodging and meals.

A record number of trade buyers (160) are already registered to visit the SEMA delegation during the May 11 trade day in the SEMA section at the Motor-Ex Show.

2019 SEMA Australia Regional Business Development Conference, May 9–13

May 9: Dinner/briefing with top trade buyers.
May 10: Briefing with U.S. government officials. Visit accessory, performance and off-road retailers and wholesalers.
May 11–12: Exhibiting at the MotorEx Show. An evening networking event with buyers will be held May 11.

Take advantage of this opportunity now; the next trip won’t take place until 2021. More information is available at www.sema.org/australia or by contacting Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The “Restore Bonneville” program will dramatically increase the volume of salt being pumped from the current levels of 0.6 million tons/year or less to as much as 1.5 million tons/year.

Utah lawmakers have appropriated $5 million toward a program to restore the Bonneville Salt Flats. SEMA applauded the Utah legislature as it authorized these monies to fund the creation of a 10-year program to dramatically increase the amount of salt pumped onto Bonneville. The program is contingent upon securing federal funds.

The Bonneville Salt Flats are a unique land formation that bring visitors from around the world to Utah. For racers, the surface is unequaled. The hard salt crust is perfect for both speed and safety. However, the once 13-mile race track at Bonneville is now less than eight miles due to salt erosion.

Bonneville is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and deemed an Area of Critical Environmental Concern. Until 1997, salt removed from Bonneville for potash processing under leases issued by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) was not replaced. Since that time, the mining company has pumped salt brine onto Bonneville.

The “Restore Bonneville” program will dramatically increase the volume of salt being pumped from the current levels of 0.6 million tons/year or less to as much as 1.5 million tons/year. As a result, the racing venue should gradually expand toward the goal of reaching the original 13-mile racing venue.

Racing community representatives have worked with lawmakers, regulators and Intrepid Potash Inc. to craft the 10-year project. While state funds become available on July 1, the $5 million appropriation is contingent upon the commitment of $45 million in funds from outside sources as well. The bulk of the monies needed over 10 years to complete the project will come from the federal government, with contributions as well from the motorsports community. Attention will now turn to the U.S. Congress and the BLM to appropriate funds and make commitments so that Restore Bonneville becomes a reality.

SEMA and the SEMA Action Network (SAN) thank its members for contacting Utah legislators in recent weeks to ask for their support. The lawmakers heard the message. SEMA/SAN will ask that this same message be transmitted to lawmakers in the U.S. Congress in the near future.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The “Restore Bonneville” program will dramatically increase the volume of salt being pumped from the current levels of 0.6 million tons/year or less to as much as 1.5 million tons/year.

Utah lawmakers have appropriated $5 million toward a program to restore the Bonneville Salt Flats. SEMA applauded the Utah legislature as it authorized these monies to fund the creation of a 10-year program to dramatically increase the amount of salt pumped onto Bonneville. The program is contingent upon securing federal funds.

The Bonneville Salt Flats are a unique land formation that bring visitors from around the world to Utah. For racers, the surface is unequaled. The hard salt crust is perfect for both speed and safety. However, the once 13-mile race track at Bonneville is now less than eight miles due to salt erosion.

Bonneville is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and deemed an Area of Critical Environmental Concern. Until 1997, salt removed from Bonneville for potash processing under leases issued by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) was not replaced. Since that time, the mining company has pumped salt brine onto Bonneville.

The “Restore Bonneville” program will dramatically increase the volume of salt being pumped from the current levels of 0.6 million tons/year or less to as much as 1.5 million tons/year. As a result, the racing venue should gradually expand toward the goal of reaching the original 13-mile racing venue.

Racing community representatives have worked with lawmakers, regulators and Intrepid Potash Inc. to craft the 10-year project. While state funds become available on July 1, the $5 million appropriation is contingent upon the commitment of $45 million in funds from outside sources as well. The bulk of the monies needed over 10 years to complete the project will come from the federal government, with contributions as well from the motorsports community. Attention will now turn to the U.S. Congress and the BLM to appropriate funds and make commitments so that Restore Bonneville becomes a reality.

SEMA and the SEMA Action Network (SAN) thank its members for contacting Utah legislators in recent weeks to ask for their support. The lawmakers heard the message. SEMA/SAN will ask that this same message be transmitted to lawmakers in the U.S. Congress in the near future.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The “Restore Bonneville” program will dramatically increase the volume of salt being pumped from the current levels of 0.6 million tons/year or less to as much as 1.5 million tons/year.

Utah lawmakers have appropriated $5 million toward a program to restore the Bonneville Salt Flats. SEMA applauded the Utah legislature as it authorized these monies to fund the creation of a 10-year program to dramatically increase the amount of salt pumped onto Bonneville. The program is contingent upon securing federal funds.

The Bonneville Salt Flats are a unique land formation that bring visitors from around the world to Utah. For racers, the surface is unequaled. The hard salt crust is perfect for both speed and safety. However, the once 13-mile race track at Bonneville is now less than eight miles due to salt erosion.

Bonneville is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and deemed an Area of Critical Environmental Concern. Until 1997, salt removed from Bonneville for potash processing under leases issued by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) was not replaced. Since that time, the mining company has pumped salt brine onto Bonneville.

The “Restore Bonneville” program will dramatically increase the volume of salt being pumped from the current levels of 0.6 million tons/year or less to as much as 1.5 million tons/year. As a result, the racing venue should gradually expand toward the goal of reaching the original 13-mile racing venue.

Racing community representatives have worked with lawmakers, regulators and Intrepid Potash Inc. to craft the 10-year project. While state funds become available on July 1, the $5 million appropriation is contingent upon the commitment of $45 million in funds from outside sources as well. The bulk of the monies needed over 10 years to complete the project will come from the federal government, with contributions as well from the motorsports community. Attention will now turn to the U.S. Congress and the BLM to appropriate funds and make commitments so that Restore Bonneville becomes a reality.

SEMA and the SEMA Action Network (SAN) thank its members for contacting Utah legislators in recent weeks to ask for their support. The lawmakers heard the message. SEMA/SAN will ask that this same message be transmitted to lawmakers in the U.S. Congress in the near future.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The “Restore Bonneville” program will dramatically increase the volume of salt being pumped from the current levels of 0.6 million tons/year or less to as much as 1.5 million tons/year.

Utah lawmakers have appropriated $5 million toward a program to restore the Bonneville Salt Flats. SEMA applauded the Utah legislature as it authorized these monies to fund the creation of a 10-year program to dramatically increase the amount of salt pumped onto Bonneville. The program is contingent upon securing federal funds.

The Bonneville Salt Flats are a unique land formation that bring visitors from around the world to Utah. For racers, the surface is unequaled. The hard salt crust is perfect for both speed and safety. However, the once 13-mile race track at Bonneville is now less than eight miles due to salt erosion.

Bonneville is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and deemed an Area of Critical Environmental Concern. Until 1997, salt removed from Bonneville for potash processing under leases issued by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) was not replaced. Since that time, the mining company has pumped salt brine onto Bonneville.

The “Restore Bonneville” program will dramatically increase the volume of salt being pumped from the current levels of 0.6 million tons/year or less to as much as 1.5 million tons/year. As a result, the racing venue should gradually expand toward the goal of reaching the original 13-mile racing venue.

Racing community representatives have worked with lawmakers, regulators and Intrepid Potash Inc. to craft the 10-year project. While state funds become available on July 1, the $5 million appropriation is contingent upon the commitment of $45 million in funds from outside sources as well. The bulk of the monies needed over 10 years to complete the project will come from the federal government, with contributions as well from the motorsports community. Attention will now turn to the U.S. Congress and the BLM to appropriate funds and make commitments so that Restore Bonneville becomes a reality.

SEMA and the SEMA Action Network (SAN) thank its members for contacting Utah legislators in recent weeks to ask for their support. The lawmakers heard the message. SEMA/SAN will ask that this same message be transmitted to lawmakers in the U.S. Congress in the near future.