By Jenny Galvan
ETTN Chair Marla Moore recently discussed the benefits of joining the Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) at the 2017 SEMA Show. She stressed the importance for those in the automotive aftermarket industry to stay up-to-date on new products and new technologies, and also shed light on resources and services available to SEMA members.
ETTN is a SEMA council whose primary objective is to identify, understand and communicate emerging trends and technologies to its members.
This is the ’19 Ford Ranger FX4, finally caught testing in production metal and with its production face. Up until this point, the FX4 was testing in mule form.
The Ranger FX4 will get added ground clearance and styling tweaks to make it unique from the standard Ranger. On this prototype, the grille appears to have an Explorer-ish feel to it.
In other markets, the current FX4 can be had with a 3.2L diesel engine found in the Transit. It’s unclear if it will be offered on U.S. models, but the Ranger could be offered in a number of configurations to compete with the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon.
Expect a full complement of Ecoboost four and six-cylinder engines, and perhaps a diesel. Ford may use the direct-injected twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 as the premium choice. Ford’s new 10-speed automatic, co-developed with GM, is also expected.
The ’19 Ranger FX4 will be revealed next year, more than likely in Detroit.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
This is the ’19 Ford Ranger FX4, finally caught testing in production metal and with its production face. Up until this point, the FX4 was testing in mule form.
The Ranger FX4 will get added ground clearance and styling tweaks to make it unique from the standard Ranger. On this prototype, the grille appears to have an Explorer-ish feel to it.
In other markets, the current FX4 can be had with a 3.2L diesel engine found in the Transit. It’s unclear if it will be offered on U.S. models, but the Ranger could be offered in a number of configurations to compete with the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon.
Expect a full complement of Ecoboost four and six-cylinder engines, and perhaps a diesel. Ford may use the direct-injected twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 as the premium choice. Ford’s new 10-speed automatic, co-developed with GM, is also expected.
The ’19 Ranger FX4 will be revealed next year, more than likely in Detroit.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
This is the ’19 Ford Ranger FX4, finally caught testing in production metal and with its production face. Up until this point, the FX4 was testing in mule form.
The Ranger FX4 will get added ground clearance and styling tweaks to make it unique from the standard Ranger. On this prototype, the grille appears to have an Explorer-ish feel to it.
In other markets, the current FX4 can be had with a 3.2L diesel engine found in the Transit. It’s unclear if it will be offered on U.S. models, but the Ranger could be offered in a number of configurations to compete with the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon.
Expect a full complement of Ecoboost four and six-cylinder engines, and perhaps a diesel. Ford may use the direct-injected twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 as the premium choice. Ford’s new 10-speed automatic, co-developed with GM, is also expected.
The ’19 Ranger FX4 will be revealed next year, more than likely in Detroit.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
This is the ’19 Ford Ranger FX4, finally caught testing in production metal and with its production face. Up until this point, the FX4 was testing in mule form.
The Ranger FX4 will get added ground clearance and styling tweaks to make it unique from the standard Ranger. On this prototype, the grille appears to have an Explorer-ish feel to it.
In other markets, the current FX4 can be had with a 3.2L diesel engine found in the Transit. It’s unclear if it will be offered on U.S. models, but the Ranger could be offered in a number of configurations to compete with the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon.
Expect a full complement of Ecoboost four and six-cylinder engines, and perhaps a diesel. Ford may use the direct-injected twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 as the premium choice. Ford’s new 10-speed automatic, co-developed with GM, is also expected.
The ’19 Ranger FX4 will be revealed next year, more than likely in Detroit.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
This is the ’19 Ford Ranger FX4, finally caught testing in production metal and with its production face. Up until this point, the FX4 was testing in mule form.
The Ranger FX4 will get added ground clearance and styling tweaks to make it unique from the standard Ranger. On this prototype, the grille appears to have an Explorer-ish feel to it.
In other markets, the current FX4 can be had with a 3.2L diesel engine found in the Transit. It’s unclear if it will be offered on U.S. models, but the Ranger could be offered in a number of configurations to compete with the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon.
Expect a full complement of Ecoboost four and six-cylinder engines, and perhaps a diesel. Ford may use the direct-injected twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 as the premium choice. Ford’s new 10-speed automatic, co-developed with GM, is also expected.
The ’19 Ranger FX4 will be revealed next year, more than likely in Detroit.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
This is the ’19 Ford Ranger FX4, finally caught testing in production metal and with its production face. Up until this point, the FX4 was testing in mule form.
The Ranger FX4 will get added ground clearance and styling tweaks to make it unique from the standard Ranger. On this prototype, the grille appears to have an Explorer-ish feel to it.
In other markets, the current FX4 can be had with a 3.2L diesel engine found in the Transit. It’s unclear if it will be offered on U.S. models, but the Ranger could be offered in a number of configurations to compete with the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon.
Expect a full complement of Ecoboost four and six-cylinder engines, and perhaps a diesel. Ford may use the direct-injected twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 as the premium choice. Ford’s new 10-speed automatic, co-developed with GM, is also expected.
The ’19 Ranger FX4 will be revealed next year, more than likely in Detroit.
Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde
In partnership with KIA, the SEMA Garage has announced it will host the ’18 KIA Stinger measuring session. Ushering in a new dynamic era for KIA Motors, the all-new ’18 Stinger is a five-passenger sportback poised to redefine a segment currently populated by European automakers. The Stinger promises to be the highest-performance production vehicle in the company’s history, and is backed by KIA’s industry-leading warranty. The Stinger is offered in five trim levels (Stinger, Premium, GT, GT1, GT2) and luxurious accommodations.
In partnership with KIA, the SEMA Garage has announced it will host the ’18 KIA Stinger measuring session. Ushering in a new dynamic era for KIA Motors, the all-new ’18 Stinger is a five-passenger sportback poised to redefine a segment currently populated by European automakers. The Stinger promises to be the highest-performance production vehicle in the company’s history, and is backed by KIA’s industry-leading warranty. The Stinger is offered in five trim levels (Stinger, Premium, GT, GT1, GT2) and luxurious accommodations.
 This year, the SEMA Board of Directors has openings for two seats in the Manufacturers category, two seats in the Distributors/Retailers category and one seat in the Services category. |
The following is a message from SEMA President and CEO Chris Kersting:
As a member of the association, your recommendation is needed for industry leaders to serve on the SEMA Board of Directors. Our industry has many individuals who would be an asset to the SEMA Board, but oftentimes those individuals aren’t immediately apparent to the Nominating Committee when selecting the final candidates.
Please take a moment to tell us about whom you would recommend as a potential nominee for a board member position. We also ask that you include information to help the Nominating Committee know more about the nominee’s qualifications, such as background, experience and achievements from a leadership standpoint.
For this year’s election, the following seats are open:
Nominations for the 2018 SEMA Board of Directors are due Thursday, January 4, 2018. Please complete and submit the nomination form, and be sure to include the qualification information noted above.
A strong board means wise leadership and an association that serves its members well. We urge you to take part in the nominations process.
Thank you for your attention to this important request.
Chris Kersting, CAE
SEMA President and CEO