By Kristopher Porter

The 2018 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees were (L–R): Donnie Eatherly, Chris Thomson and Ed Pink.

As a SEMA member, you have the chance to nominate an exceptional candidate for the 2019 SEMA Hall of Fame, which honors outstanding individuals in the automotive specialty-equipment industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity and accomplishments have significantly contributed to the industry’s growth.

When making your confidential nomination, please provide a brief statement that explains why the individual deserves this prestigious award. Feel free to mention previous accomplishments and notable industry contributions. This will help the Hall of Fame Committee choose the most deserving candidates.

Before submitting your nomination, take a moment to review the SEMA Hall of Fame website and the award criteria as well as prior inductees. Last year’s Hall of Fame inductees were Donnie Eatherly from P&E Distributors Inc., Ed Pink from Ed Pink Racing Engines, and Chris Thomson from TMG Performance Group.

Submit your nomination for the 2019 SEMA Hall of Fame before the March 8 deadline.

To learn more, visit www.sema.org/hof or contact Lindsay Bianco at lindsayb@sema.org or 909-978-6692.

By Kristopher Porter

The 2018 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees were (L–R): Donnie Eatherly, Chris Thomson and Ed Pink.

As a SEMA member, you have the chance to nominate an exceptional candidate for the 2019 SEMA Hall of Fame, which honors outstanding individuals in the automotive specialty-equipment industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity and accomplishments have significantly contributed to the industry’s growth.

When making your confidential nomination, please provide a brief statement that explains why the individual deserves this prestigious award. Feel free to mention previous accomplishments and notable industry contributions. This will help the Hall of Fame Committee choose the most deserving candidates.

Before submitting your nomination, take a moment to review the SEMA Hall of Fame website and the award criteria as well as prior inductees. Last year’s Hall of Fame inductees were Donnie Eatherly from P&E Distributors Inc., Ed Pink from Ed Pink Racing Engines, and Chris Thomson from TMG Performance Group.

Submit your nomination for the 2019 SEMA Hall of Fame before the March 8 deadline.

To learn more, visit www.sema.org/hof or contact Lindsay Bianco at lindsayb@sema.org or 909-978-6692.

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.

Sales Representative/Business Development – MGP Caliper Covers is hiring a sales representative/business development to function as a critical resource and liaison between the customer and the company to ensure the revenue projections are accurate and profitable. This position will be responsible for participating in and being accountable for sales, profit margin management, negotiations and conflict resolution. Five or more years of experience as a sales representative of an equivalent operation, plus an associates degree or higher are required.

Product Support Specialist – Brandmotion LLC is hiring a product support specialist to troubleshoot and resolve product and vehicle installation questions; provide product installation training and assistance to customers; develop installation training videos and support content online and engage with customers using forums to answer questions and provide technical support. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in automotive electronics, mechanics or installation; an understanding of vehicle electrical architecture; product knowledge in aftermarket 12-volt car audio/electronics; and more than two years in a product support position.

Retail Sales Representative – Northridge4x4 is hiring a retail sales representative responsible for selling products and services to customers, increasing company revenue by evaluating customers’ needs and recommending the best products and providing high-quality customer service to external customers by offering information in response to inquiries about products, services, pricing and other related questions. A high school diploma or equivalent, off-road vehicle knowledge and experience, and a sales background are required.

Product Manager – Corvette America Inc. is hiring a product manager to oversee product line(s) for market share and profitability through short- and long-range planning and company global strategies. This position is responsible for the product lifecycle from conception and introduction through product discontinuance. Primary product platform responsibility is as defined by the director of product management. This position requires travel up to 25%.

Product Manager – Exhaust and Tuning – K&N is hiring a product manager to oversee and manage the design, testing and approval of all exhaust and tuning products with the K&N, AEM, Spectre and Airaid brands. The job centers around the coordination and administration involved in the design and testing of exhaust and tuning products and their components and therefore requires a thorough understanding of K&N Engineering's manufacturing techniques, excellent mechanical aptitude and general engineering knowledge, plus great management, computer, communication and organizational skills are required.

By Chad Simon

The SEMA Cares ’67 Chevrolet Camaro custom coupe brought in $165,000 to benefit Childhelp, January 17, at the 48th annual Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. The car was purchased by singer/songwriter Ray J.

The WD-40 SEMA Cares ’67 Chevrolet Camaro was sold to singer/songwriter Ray J last weekend at the Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, raising $165,000 to benefit Childhelp.

This year’s build project, which has been underway for nearly a full calendar year, was sponsored by WD-40, and received several contributions from SEMA-member companies, including:

• Art Morrison Enterprises: Front and rear subframes, Corvette C6 suspension, Detroit Speed engineering steering rack, 9-in. rearend housing, front and rear sway bars.
• Auto Custom Carpets: Trunk lid cover, trunk carpet, interior carpet, sound deadeners, floor mats.
• Baer Brakes: 6P Baer calipers, drilled and slotted rotors, brake master cylinder.
• BGR Motorsports: Engine wiring.
• DEI Powersports: Heat shielding products, interior sound deadening.
• Distinctive Industries and Road Wire Leather Interiors: Seats and custom interior paneling.
• LGE-CTS: Paint and body service.
• MagnaFlow: Custom exhaust.
• NRG Innovations: Deep-dish suede steering wheel, carbon-fiber quick-release hub adaptor.
• Rotofab: Carbon-fiber plenum cover, LS3 engine covers.

(L–R): Ray J (buyer), RD Whittington (Luxury Auto Collection owner), Craig Jackson (Barrett-Jackson CEO), Yvonne Fedderson (Childhelp founder), Sara O'Meara (Childhelp founder), Michael Medoro (Childhelp), Shannon Edwards (WD-40), Mike Spagnola (SEMA), and Luis Morales (SEMA Garage).

View the complete list of contributors.

The WD-40 SEMA Cares Camaro was originally displayed at the 2016 SEMA Show to celebrate the 50th anniversaries of the Camaro and SEMA Show. It carried the 50th anniversary SEMA Show logo on its front fenders.

Afterwards, the car returned to the SEMA Garage, where it was completely torn down to its last nut and bolt and transformed into a restomod by the SEMA Garage team.

“The car was successful due to the efforts of so many manufacturers who came together for a great cause,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president, OEM and product development programs. “Craig Jackson at Barrett-Jackson agreed to wave all commissions so that 100% of the money went to SEMA Cares.”

According to Spagnola, the car is cleaner than the original engine from an emissions standpoint, yet packs three times the horsepower (461 hp at the rear wheels).

To date, the sale of WD-40-sponsored builds have raised more than $1 million for Childhelp. Through Barrett-Jackson, SEMA Cares and the SEMA Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness program have raised more than $2.5 million.

Over the weekend, Barrett-Jackson raised a total of $9.6 million with help from celebrities and auto manufacturers. It was the largest amount raised at one auction in the company’s 48-year history. To date, Barrett-Jackson has raised more than $114 million for charity.

“As a company that was built on giving back to the community, this is a significant milestone worth celebrating,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We’re so grateful for the countless wonderful people and companies, from OEM partners to celebrities, who have joined us on this phenomenal journey. Giving back is the heartbeat of Barrett-Jackson and the collector car community.”

Founded in 1959 by Sara O’Meara and Yvonne Fedderson, the purpose of Childhelp has been prevention and treatment of child abuse and neglect. Since its establishment, Childhelp has grown to become one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations.

By Chad Simon

The SEMA Cares ’67 Chevrolet Camaro custom coupe brought in $165,000 to benefit Childhelp, January 17, at the 48th annual Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. The car was purchased by singer/songwriter Ray J.

The WD-40 SEMA Cares ’67 Chevrolet Camaro was sold to singer/songwriter Ray J last weekend at the Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, raising $165,000 to benefit Childhelp.

This year’s build project, which has been underway for nearly a full calendar year, was sponsored by WD-40, and received several contributions from SEMA-member companies, including:

• Art Morrison Enterprises: Front and rear subframes, Corvette C6 suspension, Detroit Speed engineering steering rack, 9-in. rearend housing, front and rear sway bars.
• Auto Custom Carpets: Trunk lid cover, trunk carpet, interior carpet, sound deadeners, floor mats.
• Baer Brakes: 6P Baer calipers, drilled and slotted rotors, brake master cylinder.
• BGR Motorsports: Engine wiring.
• DEI Powersports: Heat shielding products, interior sound deadening.
• Distinctive Industries and Road Wire Leather Interiors: Seats and custom interior paneling.
• LGE-CTS: Paint and body service.
• MagnaFlow: Custom exhaust.
• NRG Innovations: Deep-dish suede steering wheel, carbon-fiber quick-release hub adaptor.
• Rotofab: Carbon-fiber plenum cover, LS3 engine covers.

(L–R): Ray J (buyer), RD Whittington (Luxury Auto Collection owner), Craig Jackson (Barrett-Jackson CEO), Yvonne Fedderson (Childhelp founder), Sara O'Meara (Childhelp founder), Michael Medoro (Childhelp), Shannon Edwards (WD-40), Mike Spagnola (SEMA), and Luis Morales (SEMA Garage).

View the complete list of contributors.

The WD-40 SEMA Cares Camaro was originally displayed at the 2016 SEMA Show to celebrate the 50th anniversaries of the Camaro and SEMA Show. It carried the 50th anniversary SEMA Show logo on its front fenders.

Afterwards, the car returned to the SEMA Garage, where it was completely torn down to its last nut and bolt and transformed into a restomod by the SEMA Garage team.

“The car was successful due to the efforts of so many manufacturers who came together for a great cause,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president, OEM and product development programs. “Craig Jackson at Barrett-Jackson agreed to wave all commissions so that 100% of the money went to SEMA Cares.”

According to Spagnola, the car is cleaner than the original engine from an emissions standpoint, yet packs three times the horsepower (461 hp at the rear wheels).

To date, the sale of WD-40-sponsored builds have raised more than $1 million for Childhelp. Through Barrett-Jackson, SEMA Cares and the SEMA Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness program have raised more than $2.5 million.

Over the weekend, Barrett-Jackson raised a total of $9.6 million with help from celebrities and auto manufacturers. It was the largest amount raised at one auction in the company’s 48-year history. To date, Barrett-Jackson has raised more than $114 million for charity.

“As a company that was built on giving back to the community, this is a significant milestone worth celebrating,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We’re so grateful for the countless wonderful people and companies, from OEM partners to celebrities, who have joined us on this phenomenal journey. Giving back is the heartbeat of Barrett-Jackson and the collector car community.”

Founded in 1959 by Sara O’Meara and Yvonne Fedderson, the purpose of Childhelp has been prevention and treatment of child abuse and neglect. Since its establishment, Childhelp has grown to become one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations.

By Chad Simon

The SEMA Cares ’67 Chevrolet Camaro custom coupe brought in $165,000 to benefit Childhelp, January 17, at the 48th annual Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. The car was purchased by singer/songwriter Ray J.

The WD-40 SEMA Cares ’67 Chevrolet Camaro was sold to singer/songwriter Ray J last weekend at the Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, raising $165,000 to benefit Childhelp.

This year’s build project, which has been underway for nearly a full calendar year, was sponsored by WD-40, and received several contributions from SEMA-member companies, including:

• Art Morrison Enterprises: Front and rear subframes, Corvette C6 suspension, Detroit Speed engineering steering rack, 9-in. rearend housing, front and rear sway bars.
• Auto Custom Carpets: Trunk lid cover, trunk carpet, interior carpet, sound deadeners, floor mats.
• Baer Brakes: 6P Baer calipers, drilled and slotted rotors, brake master cylinder.
• BGR Motorsports: Engine wiring.
• DEI Powersports: Heat shielding products, interior sound deadening.
• Distinctive Industries and Road Wire Leather Interiors: Seats and custom interior paneling.
• LGE-CTS: Paint and body service.
• MagnaFlow: Custom exhaust.
• NRG Innovations: Deep-dish suede steering wheel, carbon-fiber quick-release hub adaptor.
• Rotofab: Carbon-fiber plenum cover, LS3 engine covers.

(L–R): Ray J (buyer), RD Whittington (Luxury Auto Collection owner), Craig Jackson (Barrett-Jackson CEO), Yvonne Fedderson (Childhelp founder), Sara O'Meara (Childhelp founder), Michael Medoro (Childhelp), Shannon Edwards (WD-40), Mike Spagnola (SEMA), and Luis Morales (SEMA Garage).

View the complete list of contributors.

The WD-40 SEMA Cares Camaro was originally displayed at the 2016 SEMA Show to celebrate the 50th anniversaries of the Camaro and SEMA Show. It carried the 50th anniversary SEMA Show logo on its front fenders.

Afterwards, the car returned to the SEMA Garage, where it was completely torn down to its last nut and bolt and transformed into a restomod by the SEMA Garage team.

“The car was successful due to the efforts of so many manufacturers who came together for a great cause,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president, OEM and product development programs. “Craig Jackson at Barrett-Jackson agreed to wave all commissions so that 100% of the money went to SEMA Cares.”

According to Spagnola, the car is cleaner than the original engine from an emissions standpoint, yet packs three times the horsepower (461 hp at the rear wheels).

To date, the sale of WD-40-sponsored builds have raised more than $1 million for Childhelp. Through Barrett-Jackson, SEMA Cares and the SEMA Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness program have raised more than $2.5 million.

Over the weekend, Barrett-Jackson raised a total of $9.6 million with help from celebrities and auto manufacturers. It was the largest amount raised at one auction in the company’s 48-year history. To date, Barrett-Jackson has raised more than $114 million for charity.

“As a company that was built on giving back to the community, this is a significant milestone worth celebrating,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We’re so grateful for the countless wonderful people and companies, from OEM partners to celebrities, who have joined us on this phenomenal journey. Giving back is the heartbeat of Barrett-Jackson and the collector car community.”

Founded in 1959 by Sara O’Meara and Yvonne Fedderson, the purpose of Childhelp has been prevention and treatment of child abuse and neglect. Since its establishment, Childhelp has grown to become one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations.

Exhibit at the 2019 SEMA Show—Get Started Here

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

http://www.semashow.com/buyabooth

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org.

By Della Domingo

Steve Brule from Westech was named the 2019 MPMC Robert E. Petersen Award winner—a prestigious honor presented annually to an influential and supportive journalist.

Brule is co-host of the “Engine Master Show,” and works with numerous media outlets on engine-related projects.

Other finalists for this year's award included:

• Wes Buck, Drag Illustrated
• Mike Finnegan, Finnegan’s Garage
• Doug Glad, Hot Rod Network
• Richard Holdener, Engine Labs

The presentation took place during the 2019 MPMC Media Trade Conference, where 100 manufacturers connect in private, one-on-one interviews with hundreds of journalists over three days.

Colleagues celebrated Brulé with a round of applause and a literal shower of confetti as he made his way to the podium to accept the coveted award. He then invited media colleagues to join him on stage, acknowledging that it’s a team effort.