SEMA Members Highlight Trends and Challenges for 2019
SEMA News recently interviewed council and network leaders to discuss what they expect for the future of their respective markets.
https://www.sema.org/sema-news/2018/12/trends-and-challenges-for-2019
Thu, 12/27/2018 - 16:40
Thu, 12/27/2018 - 16:40
SEMA Members Highlight Trends and Challenges for 2019
SEMA News recently interviewed council and network leaders to discuss what they expect for the future of their respective markets.
https://www.sema.org/sema-news/2018/12/trends-and-challenges-for-2019
Thu, 12/27/2018 - 16:40
SEMA Members Highlight Trends and Challenges for 2019
SEMA News recently interviewed council and network leaders to discuss what they expect for the future of their respective markets.
https://www.sema.org/sema-news/2018/12/trends-and-challenges-for-2019
Thu, 12/27/2018 - 16:33
By SEMA Editors
 The custom-built 2018 Chevrolet Camaro SS came to life over a nine-month period and will be auctioned off at Mecum Auctions in Kissimmee, Florida on January 12, 2019. |
Petty’s Garage, Wastegate Technologies and OKI Data unveiled a custom 2018 Chevrolet Camaro at the 2018 SEMA Show. Now, the Camaro, donated by Petty's Garage, will be auctioned through Mecum Auctions with proceeds benefiting Victory Junction, a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children with serious medical conditions.
The custom-built 2018 Chevrolet Camaro SS came to life over a nine-month period and will be auctioned off at Mecum Auctions in Kissimmee, Florida, on January 12, 2019.
With only 54 miles on the odometer, the '18 Chevrolet Camaro SS looks just as remarkable now as it did when it left Richard Petty’s Garage. Sporting Petty’s Garage window etchings, badges and a race-inspired spoiler, this Camaro debuted as a display car at the Westgate Technologies booth at the SEMA Show in 2018. The exterior, clad in blue/black accenting with Petty markings, boldly defines the Camaro brand’s racing legacy. A JLT true cold-air intake and a Magnaflow cat-back exhaust system work together to enable the LT1 V8 to turn out as much horsepower as it can. Riding on Continental Extreme Contact sport tires, this Camaro is ready to hit the open road or track.
For the interior, Avery Dennison vinyl was professionally installed by APE wraps. The vinyl also incorporates designs printed by OKI’s Color Painter M-64, a precision high-quality graphics-design printer. A custom Roadwire interior with blue/black leather further increases the racing-inspired looks of this car. The only thing this beautiful Bradley Sisson-designed 2018 Camaro SS needs is a new owner and a christening on the open road.
Full details on the Camaro are available through Mecum Auctions.
Thu, 12/27/2018 - 16:33
By SEMA Editors
The custom-built 2018 Chevrolet Camaro SS came to life over a nine-month period and will be auctioned off at Mecum Auctions in Kissimmee, Florida on January 12, 2019. |
Petty’s Garage, Wastegate Technologies and OKI Data unveiled a custom 2018 Chevrolet Camaro at the 2018 SEMA Show. Now, the Camaro, donated by Petty's Garage, will be auctioned through Mecum Auctions with proceeds benefiting Victory Junction, a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children with serious medical conditions.
The custom-built 2018 Chevrolet Camaro SS came to life over a nine-month period and will be auctioned off at Mecum Auctions in Kissimmee, Florida, on January 12, 2019.
With only 54 miles on the odometer, the '18 Chevrolet Camaro SS looks just as remarkable now as it did when it left Richard Petty’s Garage. Sporting Petty’s Garage window etchings, badges and a race-inspired spoiler, this Camaro debuted as a display car at the Westgate Technologies booth at the SEMA Show in 2018. The exterior, clad in blue/black accenting with Petty markings, boldly defines the Camaro brand’s racing legacy. A JLT true cold-air intake and a Magnaflow cat-back exhaust system work together to enable the LT1 V8 to turn out as much horsepower as it can. Riding on Continental Extreme Contact sport tires, this Camaro is ready to hit the open road or track.
For the interior, Avery Dennison vinyl was professionally installed by APE wraps. The vinyl also incorporates designs printed by OKI’s Color Painter M-64, a precision high-quality graphics-design printer. A custom Roadwire interior with blue/black leather further increases the racing-inspired looks of this car. The only thing this beautiful Bradley Sisson-designed 2018 Camaro SS needs is a new owner and a christening on the open road.
Full details on the Camaro are available through Mecum Auctions.
Thu, 12/27/2018 - 16:01
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.
Website & Data Manager - Looking to be part of a hungry automotive firm that is expanding? This is the perfect opportunity for someone who loves cars, data, and website management, and who wants to oversee the development of a new e-commerce chapter. Job description: You are responsible for creating, organizing, formatting, entering and improving all data related to the e-commerce store, as well as improving and developing the websites owned by the company.
Director of Vendor Relations - AutoAnything Inc. merges the high-speed lane of custom automotive accessories and performance parts with cutting-edge internet technology and industry-leading customer service. The company is looking for a Director of Vendor Relations to join this dynamic Operations Team!! The ideal candidate will provide leadership and direction to the Vendor Relations Department through the entire open order pipeline. Work with existing Vendors in the building and manage relationships with companies that supply AutoAnything products and services, while exceeding our contractual obligations by delivering quality products and services on time.
Mechanical Engineer - Moss Motors is looking for an experienced mechanical engineer to join its product development team in Goleta, California. The position requires knowledge in multiple aspects of engineering, including design analysis, ground-up design, reverse engineering, first article inspection/verification, product testing, mold/tool design and input on production materials and methods. Your product designs will be carried from concept to final production, including testing. This process will often require reverse engineering of original equipment parts, aftermarket products, or mating parts. The successful candidate will contribute to product improvements of existing products as well, where needed. Candidate must be comfortable working around automobiles. Strong communication skills are very important. Previous automotive parts experience highly preferred but not required. Familiarity with 3D imaging and rapid prototyping a plus but not required. Bilingual/multilingual candidates a plus but not required.
Inside Sales and Sales Support - OE Wheel Works LLC is seeking to hire an inside sales and sales support professional. The position is responsible for assuring that all customer orders are correctly processed, and for customer service, order entry and follow-up. Candidates will communicate with inventory management, handle incoming warranty service calls and emails in a timely manner. Candidates must be extremely customer-service oriented, with excellent time-management, computer skills and an emphasis on customer satisfaction.
Thu, 12/27/2018 - 16:01
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.
Website & Data Manager - Looking to be part of a hungry automotive firm that is expanding? This is the perfect opportunity for someone who loves cars, data, and website management, and who wants to oversee the development of a new e-commerce chapter. Job description: You are responsible for creating, organizing, formatting, entering and improving all data related to the e-commerce store, as well as improving and developing the websites owned by the company.
Director of Vendor Relations - AutoAnything Inc. merges the high-speed lane of custom automotive accessories and performance parts with cutting-edge internet technology and industry-leading customer service. The company is looking for a Director of Vendor Relations to join this dynamic Operations Team!! The ideal candidate will provide leadership and direction to the Vendor Relations Department through the entire open order pipeline. Work with existing Vendors in the building and manage relationships with companies that supply AutoAnything products and services, while exceeding our contractual obligations by delivering quality products and services on time.
Mechanical Engineer - Moss Motors is looking for an experienced mechanical engineer to join its product development team in Goleta, California. The position requires knowledge in multiple aspects of engineering, including design analysis, ground-up design, reverse engineering, first article inspection/verification, product testing, mold/tool design and input on production materials and methods. Your product designs will be carried from concept to final production, including testing. This process will often require reverse engineering of original equipment parts, aftermarket products, or mating parts. The successful candidate will contribute to product improvements of existing products as well, where needed. Candidate must be comfortable working around automobiles. Strong communication skills are very important. Previous automotive parts experience highly preferred but not required. Familiarity with 3D imaging and rapid prototyping a plus but not required. Bilingual/multilingual candidates a plus but not required.
Inside Sales and Sales Support - OE Wheel Works LLC is seeking to hire an inside sales and sales support professional. The position is responsible for assuring that all customer orders are correctly processed, and for customer service, order entry and follow-up. Candidates will communicate with inventory management, handle incoming warranty service calls and emails in a timely manner. Candidates must be extremely customer-service oriented, with excellent time-management, computer skills and an emphasis on customer satisfaction.
Thu, 12/27/2018 - 16:01
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.
Website & Data Manager - Looking to be part of a hungry automotive firm that is expanding? This is the perfect opportunity for someone who loves cars, data, and website management, and who wants to oversee the development of a new e-commerce chapter. Job description: You are responsible for creating, organizing, formatting, entering and improving all data related to the e-commerce store, as well as improving and developing the websites owned by the company.
Director of Vendor Relations - AutoAnything Inc. merges the high-speed lane of custom automotive accessories and performance parts with cutting-edge internet technology and industry-leading customer service. The company is looking for a Director of Vendor Relations to join this dynamic Operations Team!! The ideal candidate will provide leadership and direction to the Vendor Relations Department through the entire open order pipeline. Work with existing Vendors in the building and manage relationships with companies that supply AutoAnything products and services, while exceeding our contractual obligations by delivering quality products and services on time.
Mechanical Engineer - Moss Motors is looking for an experienced mechanical engineer to join its product development team in Goleta, California. The position requires knowledge in multiple aspects of engineering, including design analysis, ground-up design, reverse engineering, first article inspection/verification, product testing, mold/tool design and input on production materials and methods. Your product designs will be carried from concept to final production, including testing. This process will often require reverse engineering of original equipment parts, aftermarket products, or mating parts. The successful candidate will contribute to product improvements of existing products as well, where needed. Candidate must be comfortable working around automobiles. Strong communication skills are very important. Previous automotive parts experience highly preferred but not required. Familiarity with 3D imaging and rapid prototyping a plus but not required. Bilingual/multilingual candidates a plus but not required.
Inside Sales and Sales Support - OE Wheel Works LLC is seeking to hire an inside sales and sales support professional. The position is responsible for assuring that all customer orders are correctly processed, and for customer service, order entry and follow-up. Candidates will communicate with inventory management, handle incoming warranty service calls and emails in a timely manner. Candidates must be extremely customer-service oriented, with excellent time-management, computer skills and an emphasis on customer satisfaction.
Thu, 12/27/2018 - 14:20
By SEMA Editors
Cooper Standard Announces New Headquarters in Michigan
Cooper Standard announced that the company will build a new world headquarters located in Northville, Michigan. The new location is a short distance from Cooper Standard’s current world headquarters in Novi, and in close proximity to its Global Technology Center in Livonia. The project is expected to be complete in early 2020.
According to the company, the new facility will meet Cooper Standard’s growing needs and will reflect its culture of innovation, fostering enhanced employee collaboration with the latest in creative workspaces to further expand innovation to all areas of the business.
Northwood Names Washbish Outstanding Business Leader
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John R. Washbish has been named a 2019 Outstanding Business Leader honoree by the Northwood University Board of Trustees. Washbish, president and CEO of the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Inc., is a 50-year automotive aftermarket industry veteran.
Conceived by Dr. Arthur E. Turner, co-founder of Northwood University, and established by the Northwood University Board of Trustees in 1981, the annual Outstanding Business Leader Awards program recognizes leaders in the American free enterprise system.
The awards are presented by the Northwood University Board of Trustees. Selected based on personal achievement, each awardee typifies the unique philosophy of the university. Criteria used in the selection process includes contribution to the philosophy of private enterprise, support of the integration of business and the arts, contribution to education, economic innovation, creative marketing ideas, community involvement, religious leadership, philanthropic contributions and business success.
AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes Launches New e-Commerce Site
AkzoNobel and Dave Kindig, renowned hot rod builder and host of Motor Trend television program Bitchin’ Rides, announced they have launched a new e-commerce website, www.modernclassikk.com, to make it easier for bodyshops, distributors and car enthusiasts to order products from the unique Modern Classikk paint line.
The new website lets shoppers choose paint based on six traits – technology (solvent-borne, water-borne), color, color type (clearcoat, metallic, solid), VOC, product and coating.
Have some company news you would like to share? Let us know and the news may appear in an upcoming issue of SEMA eNews. Send your items for consideration to editors@sema.org.
Thu, 12/27/2018 - 13:59
By SEMA Editors
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Irwindale Speedway Announces 2019 Schedule
This year (2019) marks the 20th year anniversary of the popular Irwindale Speedway, L.A. County's only half-mile, paved oval speedway and 1/8-mile drag strip.
NASCAR will return on the second Saturday of each month, from March through October, with the Whelen All American Race Series schedule. Nights of Destruction presented by LKQ Pick Your Part will be joined by a K&N Pro Series, West Race one time in March. The Spears SRL and Modified Tour will make two stops at Irwindale in 2019.
- January 26 - Night of Destruction presented by LKQ Pick Your Part
- March 9 - NASCAR Opening Night LM (Twins), IRT, SS, Spec LM, LEG
- March 23 - SPEARS Modifieds and SRL Tour
- March 30 - Night of Destruction presented by LKQ Pick Your Part PLUS NAPA Auto Parts 150 K&N Pro Series, West
- April 13 - LM (Twins), IRT, SS, Spec LM, Jr LM, LEG
- May 11 - LM (Twins), IRT, SS, Spec LM, Jr LM, LEG
- May 25 - Night of Destruction presented by LKQ Pick Your Part plus IRT
- June 8 - LM (Twins), IRT, SS, Spec LM, Jr LM, LEG
- July 4 - Night of Destruction presented by LKQ Pick Your Part PLUS Late Model Twins
- July 13 - LM (Twins), IRT, SS, Spec LM, Jr LM, LEG
- July 20 - SPEARS Modifieds and SRL Tour
- August 10 - LM (Twins), IRT, SS, Spec LM, Jr LM, LEG, JR LM
- August 31 - Night of Destruction presented by LKQ Pick Your Part plus LM (Twins)
- September 14 - LM (Twins), IRT, SS, Spec LM, Jr LM, LEG, JR LM
- October 12 - IRT (Twins), SS, Spec LM, Jr LM, LEG
- October 26 - Night of Destruction presented by LKQ Pick Your Part
- November 9 - King of The Wing
- December 1 - Night of Destruction presented by LKQ Pick Your Part
On the dragstrip side, there will be more opportunities to run the 1/8-mile. Thursday Night Thunder will continue each week, except Thanksgiving and July 4. The first Saturday of the month will also be reserved for drag racing. The addition of Saturdays once a month on the drag strip will provide a location for car enthusiasts to meet up and talk shop, race their cars, do burnouts in the Burnout Box or just watch the action.
The NHRA Summit ET series will continue, running March through August, on the first Sunday of each month.
- January 5 - Test N Tune Saturday
- January 19 - Division 7 Jr Dragsters
- January 20 - Division 7 Jr Dragsters
- February 2 - Test N Tune Saturday
- February 23 - Match Race Madness
- March 2 - Test N Tune Saturday
- March 3 - SUMMIT ET Series
- March 10 - Hot VW Show and Drag Races
- April 6 - Test N Tune Saturdays
- April 7 - SUMMIT ET Series May 4 Test and Tune Saturday
- May 5 - SUMMIT ET Series
- May 18 - Nitro Revival
- June 1 - Test and Tune Saturday
- June 2 - SUMMIT ET Series
- June 22 - Match Race Madness
- July 6 - Test and Tune Saturday
- July 7 - SUMMIT ET Series
- August 3 - Test and Tune Saturday
- August 4 - SUMMIT ET Series
- September 7 - Test and Tune Saturday
- October 5 - Test and Tune Saturday
- October 19 - TBD
- October 27 - Hot VW Show And Drag Races
- November 2 - Test and Tune Saturday
- December 7 - Mooneyes XMas Party
- December 14 - Clean Culture Season Closer
Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Class of 2018 Honored
Congratulations to the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Class of 2018: Jim Bramham, Johnny Campbell, Mark McMillin, Robbie Pierce, Ed Robinson and Cameron Steele. The Hall of Fame induction ceremony took place in Las Vegas this past October.
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| Jim Bramham "A Walking Encyclopedia" and "Historian Supreme" of institutional OHV knowledge is how one of many letters of recommendation for Jim Bramham refers to this Class of 2018 inductee. | Johnny Campbell A record 11 SCORE Baja 1000 titles and an incredible 17 Baja 1000 wins in a row are just two of a long list of impressive statistics that solidify Johnny Campbell's rightful place in the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame. | Mark McMillin Mark joins his late father Corky as the first father and son to be inducted in the Off-Road Hall of Fame, a fitting tribute to the family behind the off-road dynasty that is the Big Blue M. |
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Robbie Pierce
| Ed Robinson
| Cameron Steele |