By SEMA Editors
Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities.
For association-related travel, contact Manya Petropaki (manya.p@travelstore.com) at Travel Store USA, 949-930-9268.
By SEMA Editors
The Mission E, seen testing at VW’s secret test facility in northern Finland, is Porsche's first real step toward an all-electric vehicle in its lineup. First introduced as a concept at the 2015 Frankfort Motor Show, the Mission E pictured here with the skin of a Panamera body is jacked up to make room for batteries and a tailpipe that hide its true EV intentions.
The vehicle will be purposed as a Tesla Model S rival, complete with a battery pack that will reportedly hold more than 330 miles. It is said to accelerate from 0–60 mph in 3.5 seconds, and onto 125 mph in under 12 seconds. It will also be able to recharge 80% of its driving range in 15 minutes, thanks to the use of an 800V system, rather than the 400V system used on today’s electric cars. Porsche claims that they are a front-runner in introducing the 800V system, though it will require a special 800V charge port to achieve those remarkable recharging times.
By SEMA Editors
The Mission E, seen testing at VW’s secret test facility in northern Finland, is Porsche's first real step toward an all-electric vehicle in its lineup. First introduced as a concept at the 2015 Frankfort Motor Show, the Mission E pictured here with the skin of a Panamera body is jacked up to make room for batteries and a tailpipe that hide its true EV intentions.
The vehicle will be purposed as a Tesla Model S rival, complete with a battery pack that will reportedly hold more than 330 miles. It is said to accelerate from 0–60 mph in 3.5 seconds, and onto 125 mph in under 12 seconds. It will also be able to recharge 80% of its driving range in 15 minutes, thanks to the use of an 800V system, rather than the 400V system used on today’s electric cars. Porsche claims that they are a front-runner in introducing the 800V system, though it will require a special 800V charge port to achieve those remarkable recharging times.
By Kristin Atwan
With the addition of Texas, Wisconsin and West Virginia, a total of nine states have confirmed the availability of grants to qualified companies to participate in the SEMA Middle East Business Development Conference, to be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), March 28–April 1, 2017.
The program includes a turnkey booth at the Custom Show Emirates, four nights’ hotel and meals. The state funds are in addition to the $900 provided by the federal U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration.
States confirmed to have funds to defray participation costs include:
2017 SEMA Middle East Business Development Conference event schedule:
View a copy of the 2016 SEMA Middle East post-show report.
Watch a video of the 2016 trip.
Read the flyer for the 2017 trip.
Register now for the 2017 SEMA Middle East Business Development Conference.
To learn more about all of SEMA’s overseas trips, including the March 28–April 1 trip to the Middle East, the May 23–27 SEMA Business Development Program to Australia and the September trip to China, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.
Few cars have won the coveted America’s Most Beautiful Roadster (AMBR) trophy twice, but Bob Reisner’s wild custom, called the Invader, did just that 50—and 49—years ago.
In a way, it’s fitting that the car won the Oakland Roadster Show’s tall AMBR trophy twice, since Reisner built the show rod with a driveline times two: Twin 400-in. Pontiac engines were joined to two B&M Hydrostick transmissions, sending power to a pair of Jaguar rear ends. The four-wheel independent suspension also made use of Jaguar components and was sprung with two Girling coil-over shocks at each corner.
https://www.sema.org/sema-news/2017/01/americas-most-beautiful-roadster-twice
By Katie Carson
The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) and Young Executives Network (YEN) are holding a meet-up at the Media Trade Conference, Thursday, January 26. All members and prospective members of either network are encouraged to attend to strengthen their community in the automotive aftermarket in an engaging and relaxed atmosphere.
Members of the SBN and YEN select committee as well as SEMA staff will be present to discuss opportunities on how to get more involved and volunteer.
The mixer takes place 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m., January 26, at the Embassy Suites Santa Ana-Orange County Airport North.
You do not have to be an attendee or exhibitor at the Media Trade Conference to attend the SBN/YEN Mixer. The meeting will be conducted near the gazebo.
For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.
By Katie Carson
The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) and Young Executives Network (YEN) are holding a meet-up at the Media Trade Conference, Thursday, January 26. All members and prospective members of either network are encouraged to attend to strengthen their community in the automotive aftermarket in an engaging and relaxed atmosphere.
Members of the SBN and YEN select committee as well as SEMA staff will be present to discuss opportunities on how to get more involved and volunteer.
The mixer takes place 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m., January 26, at the Embassy Suites Santa Ana-Orange County Airport North.
You do not have to be an attendee or exhibitor at the Media Trade Conference to attend the SBN/YEN Mixer. The meeting will be conducted near the gazebo.
For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.
By Katie Carson
The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) and Young Executives Network (YEN) are holding a meet-up at the Media Trade Conference, Thursday, January 26. All members and prospective members of either network are encouraged to attend to strengthen their community in the automotive aftermarket in an engaging and relaxed atmosphere.
Members of the SBN and YEN select committee as well as SEMA staff will be present to discuss opportunities on how to get more involved and volunteer.
The mixer takes place 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m., January 26, at the Embassy Suites Santa Ana-Orange County Airport North.
You do not have to be an attendee or exhibitor at the Media Trade Conference to attend the SBN/YEN Mixer. The meeting will be conducted near the gazebo.
For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.
By Katie Carson
The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) invites you to join the group’s open meeting, being held in conjunction with the Grand National Roadster Show in Pomona, California. The meeting will be held January 27 from 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. at The Sheraton Fairplex Convention Center, Sonoma Room.
The meeting provides participants the opportunity to catch up with fellow HRIA members and members of the select committee, while learning about the latest council initiatives and the opportunities available to get more involved.
For questions, contact SEMA Director of Councils Jim Skelly at jimsk@sema.org or 909-978-6690.
By Katie Carson
The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) invites you to join the group’s open meeting, being held in conjunction with the Grand National Roadster Show in Pomona, California. The meeting will be held January 27 from 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. at The Sheraton Fairplex Convention Center, Sonoma Room.
The meeting provides participants the opportunity to catch up with fellow HRIA members and members of the select committee, while learning about the latest council initiatives and the opportunities available to get more involved.
For questions, contact SEMA Director of Councils Jim Skelly at jimsk@sema.org or 909-978-6690.