This is a first look at the mid-engine Corvette race car, the C8.R. It was caught testing at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, following last weekend’s IMSA WeatherTech Race held at the track.

Chevy developed the previous C7 Corvette street car and C7.R race car alongside each other, and it seems that will be the case for the C8. Pratt & Miller, which has built cars for Corvette Racing since the late ’90s, will play a role in the C8.R's development, too.

Expect to see the C8 Corvette street car make its debut next year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is a first look at the mid-engine Corvette race car, the C8.R. It was caught testing at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, following last weekend’s IMSA WeatherTech Race held at the track.

Chevy developed the previous C7 Corvette street car and C7.R race car alongside each other, and it seems that will be the case for the C8. Pratt & Miller, which has built cars for Corvette Racing since the late ’90s, will play a role in the C8.R's development, too.

Expect to see the C8 Corvette street car make its debut next year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is a first look at the mid-engine Corvette race car, the C8.R. It was caught testing at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, following last weekend’s IMSA WeatherTech Race held at the track.

Chevy developed the previous C7 Corvette street car and C7.R race car alongside each other, and it seems that will be the case for the C8. Pratt & Miller, which has built cars for Corvette Racing since the late ’90s, will play a role in the C8.R's development, too.

Expect to see the C8 Corvette street car make its debut next year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is a first look at the mid-engine Corvette race car, the C8.R. It was caught testing at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, following last weekend’s IMSA WeatherTech Race held at the track.

Chevy developed the previous C7 Corvette street car and C7.R race car alongside each other, and it seems that will be the case for the C8. Pratt & Miller, which has built cars for Corvette Racing since the late ’90s, will play a role in the C8.R's development, too.

Expect to see the C8 Corvette street car make its debut next year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is a first look at the mid-engine Corvette race car, the C8.R. It was caught testing at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, following last weekend’s IMSA WeatherTech Race held at the track.

Chevy developed the previous C7 Corvette street car and C7.R race car alongside each other, and it seems that will be the case for the C8. Pratt & Miller, which has built cars for Corvette Racing since the late ’90s, will play a role in the C8.R's development, too.

Expect to see the C8 Corvette street car make its debut next year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is a first look at the mid-engine Corvette race car, the C8.R. It was caught testing at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, following last weekend’s IMSA WeatherTech Race held at the track.

Chevy developed the previous C7 Corvette street car and C7.R race car alongside each other, and it seems that will be the case for the C8. Pratt & Miller, which has built cars for Corvette Racing since the late ’90s, will play a role in the C8.R's development, too.

Expect to see the C8 Corvette street car make its debut next year.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

By SEMA Editors

With just 11 weeks until the 2018 SEMA Show kicks off, exhibitors should use the Exhibitor Services Manual to stay on top of their deadlines.

The 2018 SEMA Show is about 11 weeks away. Here’s a rundown of key deadlines, including early-bird and advance rates available for several booth services, as well as checklists to keep you on track and on budget.

Complete Deadlines Checklist - Take advantage of Early-bird rates—order before the deadlines!

The Deadlines Checklist provides a breakdown of all of the deadlines for booth orders, rentals, booth vehicle applications, celebrity appearance notifications and much more.

Budget Checklist – Double check your Show prep.

The budget checklist form allows you to keep track of all your costs and ensures that you are adequately prepared for your experience at the SEMA Show. 

Upcoming Exhibitor Deadlines – Take advantage of discounts by acting before the deadlines.

• August 24 - Show Directory Listing Information Due
  
  
• September 4 - Celebrity Appearance Notification (to be included in printed Show material)

• September 5 - Booth Design Notification (Required for all exhibits 20x20 sq.-ft. or larger)
• September 5 - Multi-level Booth Design Notification (Required for all exhibits 20x20 or larger)
• September 5 - Permit Application to Clark County–Hot Works
• September 5 - Permit Application to Clark County–Spraying & Dipping
• September 5 - Permit Application to Clark County for Outside Exhibits, Tents, Staking Plans
  
• September 7 - Hanging Sign Design Notification Form to Show Management
  
  
• September 14 - Booth Vehicle Display Application (Vehicles displayed in booth)
• September 14 - Sponsorship Artwork/Materials Due to Freeman
  
  
• September 17 - Lead Retrieval Rental (Advance Rate)–CompuSystems
  
  
• September 20 - Freight–Freeman Warehouse–first day to accept advance freight
  
  
• September 28 - Fabric Graphics–Freeman
• September 28 - Target Move-in Date Change Request-Freeman
  
• September 28 - Internet/Telephone Order (Advance Rate)–Cox Business (LVCC)

More information on the 2018 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By SEMA Editors

With just 11 weeks until the 2018 SEMA Show kicks off, exhibitors should use the Exhibitor Services Manual to stay on top of their deadlines.

The 2018 SEMA Show is about 11 weeks away. Here’s a rundown of key deadlines, including early-bird and advance rates available for several booth services, as well as checklists to keep you on track and on budget.

Complete Deadlines Checklist - Take advantage of Early-bird rates—order before the deadlines!

The Deadlines Checklist provides a breakdown of all of the deadlines for booth orders, rentals, booth vehicle applications, celebrity appearance notifications and much more.

Budget Checklist – Double check your Show prep.

The budget checklist form allows you to keep track of all your costs and ensures that you are adequately prepared for your experience at the SEMA Show. 

Upcoming Exhibitor Deadlines – Take advantage of discounts by acting before the deadlines.

• August 24 - Show Directory Listing Information Due
  
  
• September 4 - Celebrity Appearance Notification (to be included in printed Show material)

• September 5 - Booth Design Notification (Required for all exhibits 20x20 sq.-ft. or larger)
• September 5 - Multi-level Booth Design Notification (Required for all exhibits 20x20 or larger)
• September 5 - Permit Application to Clark County–Hot Works
• September 5 - Permit Application to Clark County–Spraying & Dipping
• September 5 - Permit Application to Clark County for Outside Exhibits, Tents, Staking Plans
  
• September 7 - Hanging Sign Design Notification Form to Show Management
  
  
• September 14 - Booth Vehicle Display Application (Vehicles displayed in booth)
• September 14 - Sponsorship Artwork/Materials Due to Freeman
  
  
• September 17 - Lead Retrieval Rental (Advance Rate)–CompuSystems
  
  
• September 20 - Freight–Freeman Warehouse–first day to accept advance freight
  
  
• September 28 - Fabric Graphics–Freeman
• September 28 - Target Move-in Date Change Request-Freeman
  
• September 28 - Internet/Telephone Order (Advance Rate)–Cox Business (LVCC)

More information on the 2018 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By Kristopher Porter

The Young Executives Network (YEN) is hosting a meetup for local professionals under the age of 40 who work in the various automotive industry segments. It’s also a great opportunity for mature professionals who are interested in advancing young professionals in the work force. This is a free regional event that will take place at the Sand Sports Super Show in Costa Mesa, California, Friday, September 14.

All YEN members and those interested in learning about opportunities to get involved with SEMA and build industry connections are encouraged to attend. YEN leadership will be present to discuss the network’s initiatives, volunteer opportunities and additional ways to get more involved.

YEN members who RSVP will receive one complimentary, single-day pass to attend the Sand Sports Super Show on Friday! Come and experience the biggest and most exciting dune and dirt sports EXPO in the world, including hundreds of exhibitors and many opportunities to connect with industry professionals.

If you live in the Orange County or Riverside County areas, stop by and enjoy an evening with fellow YEN colleagues.

Register now!

For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.

By Kristopher Porter

The Young Executives Network (YEN) is hosting a meetup for local professionals under the age of 40 who work in the various automotive industry segments. It’s also a great opportunity for mature professionals who are interested in advancing young professionals in the work force. This is a free regional event that will take place at the Sand Sports Super Show in Costa Mesa, California, Friday, September 14.

All YEN members and those interested in learning about opportunities to get involved with SEMA and build industry connections are encouraged to attend. YEN leadership will be present to discuss the network’s initiatives, volunteer opportunities and additional ways to get more involved.

YEN members who RSVP will receive one complimentary, single-day pass to attend the Sand Sports Super Show on Friday! Come and experience the biggest and most exciting dune and dirt sports EXPO in the world, including hundreds of exhibitors and many opportunities to connect with industry professionals.

If you live in the Orange County or Riverside County areas, stop by and enjoy an evening with fellow YEN colleagues.

Register now!

For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.