The 2018 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.
Thu, 04/05/2018 - 08:51
Thu, 04/05/2018 - 07:25
This is the ’19 Nissan Murano, caught testing for the first time in Arizona.
The Murano will get some minor revisions for the ’19 model year to keep it looking fresh, specifically, a new front design inspired by the ’19 Nissan Altima that is scheduled to debut at the New York Auto Show. New headlights and taillights will also be part of the package.
Expect minor interior revisions, too, along with some technology upgrades that should incorporate Nissan’s ProPilot Assist driver safety tech, as well as a new infotainment system.
As far as the powertrain goes, the V6 engine will likely be replaced by a turbocharged or supercharged four-cylinder.
The ’19 Murano should appear this spring/summer.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
Thu, 04/05/2018 - 07:25
This is the ’19 Nissan Murano, caught testing for the first time in Arizona.
The Murano will get some minor revisions for the ’19 model year to keep it looking fresh, specifically, a new front design inspired by the ’19 Nissan Altima that is scheduled to debut at the New York Auto Show. New headlights and taillights will also be part of the package.
Expect minor interior revisions, too, along with some technology upgrades that should incorporate Nissan’s ProPilot Assist driver safety tech, as well as a new infotainment system.
As far as the powertrain goes, the V6 engine will likely be replaced by a turbocharged or supercharged four-cylinder.
The ’19 Murano should appear this spring/summer.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
Thu, 04/05/2018 - 07:25
This is the ’19 Nissan Murano, caught testing for the first time in Arizona.
The Murano will get some minor revisions for the ’19 model year to keep it looking fresh, specifically, a new front design inspired by the ’19 Nissan Altima that is scheduled to debut at the New York Auto Show. New headlights and taillights will also be part of the package.
Expect minor interior revisions, too, along with some technology upgrades that should incorporate Nissan’s ProPilot Assist driver safety tech, as well as a new infotainment system.
As far as the powertrain goes, the V6 engine will likely be replaced by a turbocharged or supercharged four-cylinder.
The ’19 Murano should appear this spring/summer.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
Thu, 04/05/2018 - 07:25
This is the ’19 Nissan Murano, caught testing for the first time in Arizona.
The Murano will get some minor revisions for the ’19 model year to keep it looking fresh, specifically, a new front design inspired by the ’19 Nissan Altima that is scheduled to debut at the New York Auto Show. New headlights and taillights will also be part of the package.
Expect minor interior revisions, too, along with some technology upgrades that should incorporate Nissan’s ProPilot Assist driver safety tech, as well as a new infotainment system.
As far as the powertrain goes, the V6 engine will likely be replaced by a turbocharged or supercharged four-cylinder.
The ’19 Murano should appear this spring/summer.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
Thu, 04/05/2018 - 07:25
This is the ’19 Nissan Murano, caught testing for the first time in Arizona.
The Murano will get some minor revisions for the ’19 model year to keep it looking fresh, specifically, a new front design inspired by the ’19 Nissan Altima that is scheduled to debut at the New York Auto Show. New headlights and taillights will also be part of the package.
Expect minor interior revisions, too, along with some technology upgrades that should incorporate Nissan’s ProPilot Assist driver safety tech, as well as a new infotainment system.
As far as the powertrain goes, the V6 engine will likely be replaced by a turbocharged or supercharged four-cylinder.
The ’19 Murano should appear this spring/summer.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
Thu, 04/05/2018 - 07:25
This is the ’19 Nissan Murano, caught testing for the first time in Arizona.
The Murano will get some minor revisions for the ’19 model year to keep it looking fresh, specifically, a new front design inspired by the ’19 Nissan Altima that is scheduled to debut at the New York Auto Show. New headlights and taillights will also be part of the package.
Expect minor interior revisions, too, along with some technology upgrades that should incorporate Nissan’s ProPilot Assist driver safety tech, as well as a new infotainment system.
As far as the powertrain goes, the V6 engine will likely be replaced by a turbocharged or supercharged four-cylinder.
The ’19 Murano should appear this spring/summer.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
Wed, 04/04/2018 - 15:04
By SEMA Editors
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 Manufacturers of air intakes, superchargers, exhaust systems and diesel auto parts can now test for emissions compliance at the SEMA Garage following a recent renovation that included the addition of particulate matter (PM) measuring equipment. |
Manufacturers of air intakes, superchargers, exhaust systems and diesel auto parts can now test for emissions compliance at the SEMA Garage following a recent renovation that included the addition of particulate matter (PM) measuring equipment. The remodel allows for more SEMA members to simultaneously test-fit prototypes, install components and perform emissions tests.
Diesel emissions testing is particularly useful for manufacturers that create products that affect engine performance, air flow or fuel delivery, because the parts must comply with emissions standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
The renovation also included enhancements to the installation center and emissions lab, resulting in more space to better serve SEMA-member companies that depend on these services.
In addition to the emissions lab and installation center, the SEMA Garage offers member companies several other services and programs to help bring their products to market, including measuring sessions, custom scanning and 3D printing, a training center, and a CAD tech transfer program.
For more information about the SEMA Garage, visit www.semagarage.com.
Wed, 04/04/2018 - 15:04
By SEMA Editors
|
Manufacturers of air intakes, superchargers, exhaust systems and diesel auto parts can now test for emissions compliance at the SEMA Garage following a recent renovation that included the addition of particulate matter (PM) measuring equipment. |
Manufacturers of air intakes, superchargers, exhaust systems and diesel auto parts can now test for emissions compliance at the SEMA Garage following a recent renovation that included the addition of particulate matter (PM) measuring equipment. The remodel allows for more SEMA members to simultaneously test-fit prototypes, install components and perform emissions tests.
Diesel emissions testing is particularly useful for manufacturers that create products that affect engine performance, air flow or fuel delivery, because the parts must comply with emissions standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
The renovation also included enhancements to the installation center and emissions lab, resulting in more space to better serve SEMA-member companies that depend on these services.
In addition to the emissions lab and installation center, the SEMA Garage offers member companies several other services and programs to help bring their products to market, including measuring sessions, custom scanning and 3D printing, a training center, and a CAD tech transfer program.
For more information about the SEMA Garage, visit www.semagarage.com.
Sun, 04/01/2018 - 15:26
SEMA News—April 2018
SDC User Forum Is Live and Waiting for You
By Craig Schmutzler
Every year, the SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) conducts a user group meeting at the SEMA Show. This face-to-face meeting serves as a great opportunity for our team to ask the following questions:
- What is working well?
- What needs to be fixed?
- How can we do a better job for you?
Our members provide us with good, usable feedback, and we work hard to ensure that we are meeting their needs. Our desire is to help our members grow their businesses through the services that we offer, and their feedback helps us meet that goal.
Over the past few years, we have received multiple requests for a user forum to allow for better and more-immediate communication between members. Last year, we identified the development of a user forum as one of our key projects. The forum was completed and launched in late December and allows our members to easily connect with each other and with us.
Here are four important reasons to visit the SDC forum:
Ask Questions: The forum provides an environment to ask questions and receive quick answers from other users or from SDC staff. We have a good number of savvy business people among our members. Don’t feel as though your questions need to be limited to topics of product information or SDC systems use. You may have a question on how to launch your next marketing campaign or how best to find that next stellar employee. The forum is a great place to find resources to help make important business decisions.
Exchange Ideas: SDC thrives on the ideas of our members. We launched a new user interface last year that incorporates the ideas put forth by our members. We want the forum to serve as a platform for promoting the constructive exchange of ideas. We all have those “Wouldn’t it be cool if…” thoughts. Your thought may be related to our systems, our industry or your individual business. Sharing ideas allows for productive discussions that help formalize plans and move businesses forward.
Don’t be shy; we aren’t judgmental. Some of the best ideas sound a bit far-fetched when first presented. If you need an example to bolster your courage, consider the fact that there is a successful business out there that sells plastic wishbones. It was established to avoid the sibling rivalry and family disputes that result from everyone’s desire to get that lone Thanksgiving turkey wishbone. When deciding whether to share your “crazy” idea, consider the plastic wishbone—and then share your idea.
Share Best Practices: A best practice is a procedure that has been shown by research and experience to produce optimal results and that is established or proposed as a standard suitable for widespread adoption. (At least, that is what Merriam-Webster says.) From our perspective, a best practice is something that works for you and your business. Other members may well benefit from your experience as they work to make decisions and establish processes. If you have a process or procedure that works well for you, share it in the forum to help other members. As forum participation grows, you may well find yourself seeing value in the ideas that others are posting.
Receive Important Announcements: Finally, we use the forum as a vehicle through which to communicate important information to our members. We may have new system functionality, a cool update, or an upcoming event. Along with Facebook and our newsletters, the forum is one of the places we post that information. Be sure to check in often.
The SDC forum is available to all SDC members and can be accessed through our user interface by clicking the SDC User Forum link on the left side of the screen. If you have questions regarding how to become an SDC member or need help accessing the forum, please feel free to contact us. We stand ready to assist.