Thu, 01/19/2017 - 13:28

By AJ Carney

SEMA invites industry professionals to the first Town Hall Meeting of 2017. Taking place from 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., Thursday, February 16, at Baer Inc.’s facility in Phoenix, the meeting brings together industry members for an evening of networking with local leaders and the SEMA team.

Register for the Phoenix Town Hall.

SEMA's Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association's current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions give members a chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face. As SEMA staff interacts with attendees, they also gain valuable feedback which helps identify how current benefits can enhance members' business operations to better meet their needs.

SEMA has led Town Hall Meetings in several cities across the United States, and invites you to attend a Town Hall near you.

For more information on the 2017 Town Hall Series or to register, visit SEMA's Town Hall Meetings website or contact Kristen Fregoso at 909-978-6681 or kristenf@sema.org.

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 13:28

By AJ Carney

SEMA invites industry professionals to the first Town Hall Meeting of 2017. Taking place from 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., Thursday, February 16, at Baer Inc.’s facility in Phoenix, the meeting brings together industry members for an evening of networking with local leaders and the SEMA team.

Register for the Phoenix Town Hall.

SEMA's Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association's current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions give members a chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face. As SEMA staff interacts with attendees, they also gain valuable feedback which helps identify how current benefits can enhance members' business operations to better meet their needs.

SEMA has led Town Hall Meetings in several cities across the United States, and invites you to attend a Town Hall near you.

For more information on the 2017 Town Hall Series or to register, visit SEMA's Town Hall Meetings website or contact Kristen Fregoso at 909-978-6681 or kristenf@sema.org.

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 13:28

By AJ Carney

SEMA invites industry professionals to the first Town Hall Meeting of 2017. Taking place from 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., Thursday, February 16, at Baer Inc.’s facility in Phoenix, the meeting brings together industry members for an evening of networking with local leaders and the SEMA team.

Register for the Phoenix Town Hall.

SEMA's Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association's current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions give members a chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face. As SEMA staff interacts with attendees, they also gain valuable feedback which helps identify how current benefits can enhance members' business operations to better meet their needs.

SEMA has led Town Hall Meetings in several cities across the United States, and invites you to attend a Town Hall near you.

For more information on the 2017 Town Hall Series or to register, visit SEMA's Town Hall Meetings website or contact Kristen Fregoso at 909-978-6681 or kristenf@sema.org.

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 13:28

By AJ Carney

SEMA invites industry professionals to the first Town Hall Meeting of 2017. Taking place from 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., Thursday, February 16, at Baer Inc.’s facility in Phoenix, the meeting brings together industry members for an evening of networking with local leaders and the SEMA team.

Register for the Phoenix Town Hall.

SEMA's Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association's current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions give members a chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face. As SEMA staff interacts with attendees, they also gain valuable feedback which helps identify how current benefits can enhance members' business operations to better meet their needs.

SEMA has led Town Hall Meetings in several cities across the United States, and invites you to attend a Town Hall near you.

For more information on the 2017 Town Hall Series or to register, visit SEMA's Town Hall Meetings website or contact Kristen Fregoso at 909-978-6681 or kristenf@sema.org.

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 13:28

By AJ Carney

SEMA invites industry professionals to the first Town Hall Meeting of 2017. Taking place from 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., Thursday, February 16, at Baer Inc.’s facility in Phoenix, the meeting brings together industry members for an evening of networking with local leaders and the SEMA team.

Register for the Phoenix Town Hall.

SEMA's Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association's current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions give members a chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face. As SEMA staff interacts with attendees, they also gain valuable feedback which helps identify how current benefits can enhance members' business operations to better meet their needs.

SEMA has led Town Hall Meetings in several cities across the United States, and invites you to attend a Town Hall near you.

For more information on the 2017 Town Hall Series or to register, visit SEMA's Town Hall Meetings website or contact Kristen Fregoso at 909-978-6681 or kristenf@sema.org.

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 11:57

By SEMA Editors

The Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council’s (MPMC) annual Media Trade Conference (MTC), January 23–26, is where manufacturers will participate in private, one-on-one meetings with media to showcase their newest products and current developments. In addition to the manufacturer-media meetings, the council will host events for further networking opportunities.

MPMC Open Meeting

MPMC invites you to participate in the group’s open meeting (January 23) to meet with the select committee, hear about the council’s latest initiatives and network with fellow manufacturers. The meeting will take place at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North at 2:00 p.m.

You do not have to attend the Media Trade Conference to join this meeting. Be sure to stick around for the ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable event, taking place directly after the meeting.

Register now.

MPMC Open Meeting
The Media Trade Conference reception provides an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network. Register here.

MPMC Media Appreciation Reception

On Tuesday, January 24, the MPMC Awards Reception will provide an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network over drinks and hot hors d'oeurves. One influential individual from the media will be honored and awarded with the Robert E. Peterson award for their outstanding contribution to the motorsports industry and MPMC throughout the year of 2016.

Register now.

SEMA Battle of the Builders Advanced Preview Screening

BOB Screening
RSVP now for the advanced screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special.

You are invited to an exclusive, advanced screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, which will premiere on the Velocity Network in February.

Join members of the industry for a sneak-peek of the one-hour program that takes viewers behind-the-scenes of the 2016 SEMA Show and Battle of the Builders competition, hosted by industry celebrities Chris Jacobs and Adrienne “AJ” Janic.

The screening will take place 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m., Thursday, January 26, at the Embassy Suites, Santa Ana, California.

RSVP now!

ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable

The Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) Motorsports Tech Roundtable is the must-attend event for staying current with motorsports technology through five small roundtable discussions with industry experts.

Discussion topics:

  • The Fundamental Principles of Intake Manifold Design
  • Emissions Compliance for Street Performance Products
  • Advancements in Product Design, From Idea to Prototype
  • Current Technology Transfer Trends from Track to Street
  • Obtaining Patents to Protect Motorsports Technology

RSVP now.

When: Monday, January 23, from 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Where: Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 11:57

By SEMA Editors

The Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council’s (MPMC) annual Media Trade Conference (MTC), January 23–26, is where manufacturers will participate in private, one-on-one meetings with media to showcase their newest products and current developments. In addition to the manufacturer-media meetings, the council will host events for further networking opportunities.

MPMC Open Meeting

MPMC invites you to participate in the group’s open meeting (January 23) to meet with the select committee, hear about the council’s latest initiatives and network with fellow manufacturers. The meeting will take place at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North at 2:00 p.m.

You do not have to attend the Media Trade Conference to join this meeting. Be sure to stick around for the ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable event, taking place directly after the meeting.

Register now.

MPMC Open Meeting
The Media Trade Conference reception provides an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network. Register here.

MPMC Media Appreciation Reception

On Tuesday, January 24, the MPMC Awards Reception will provide an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network over drinks and hot hors d'oeurves. One influential individual from the media will be honored and awarded with the Robert E. Peterson award for their outstanding contribution to the motorsports industry and MPMC throughout the year of 2016.

Register now.

SEMA Battle of the Builders Advanced Preview Screening

BOB Screening
RSVP now for the advanced screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special.

You are invited to an exclusive, advanced screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, which will premiere on the Velocity Network in February.

Join members of the industry for a sneak-peek of the one-hour program that takes viewers behind-the-scenes of the 2016 SEMA Show and Battle of the Builders competition, hosted by industry celebrities Chris Jacobs and Adrienne “AJ” Janic.

The screening will take place 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m., Thursday, January 26, at the Embassy Suites, Santa Ana, California.

RSVP now!

ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable

The Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) Motorsports Tech Roundtable is the must-attend event for staying current with motorsports technology through five small roundtable discussions with industry experts.

Discussion topics:

  • The Fundamental Principles of Intake Manifold Design
  • Emissions Compliance for Street Performance Products
  • Advancements in Product Design, From Idea to Prototype
  • Current Technology Transfer Trends from Track to Street
  • Obtaining Patents to Protect Motorsports Technology

RSVP now.

When: Monday, January 23, from 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Where: Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 11:57

By SEMA Editors

The Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council’s (MPMC) annual Media Trade Conference (MTC), January 23–26, is where manufacturers will participate in private, one-on-one meetings with media to showcase their newest products and current developments. In addition to the manufacturer-media meetings, the council will host events for further networking opportunities.

MPMC Open Meeting

MPMC invites you to participate in the group’s open meeting (January 23) to meet with the select committee, hear about the council’s latest initiatives and network with fellow manufacturers. The meeting will take place at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North at 2:00 p.m.

You do not have to attend the Media Trade Conference to join this meeting. Be sure to stick around for the ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable event, taking place directly after the meeting.

Register now.

MPMC Open Meeting
The Media Trade Conference reception provides an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network. Register here.

MPMC Media Appreciation Reception

On Tuesday, January 24, the MPMC Awards Reception will provide an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network over drinks and hot hors d'oeurves. One influential individual from the media will be honored and awarded with the Robert E. Peterson award for their outstanding contribution to the motorsports industry and MPMC throughout the year of 2016.

Register now.

SEMA Battle of the Builders Advanced Preview Screening

BOB Screening
RSVP now for the advanced screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special.

You are invited to an exclusive, advanced screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, which will premiere on the Velocity Network in February.

Join members of the industry for a sneak-peek of the one-hour program that takes viewers behind-the-scenes of the 2016 SEMA Show and Battle of the Builders competition, hosted by industry celebrities Chris Jacobs and Adrienne “AJ” Janic.

The screening will take place 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m., Thursday, January 26, at the Embassy Suites, Santa Ana, California.

RSVP now!

ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable

The Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) Motorsports Tech Roundtable is the must-attend event for staying current with motorsports technology through five small roundtable discussions with industry experts.

Discussion topics:

  • The Fundamental Principles of Intake Manifold Design
  • Emissions Compliance for Street Performance Products
  • Advancements in Product Design, From Idea to Prototype
  • Current Technology Transfer Trends from Track to Street
  • Obtaining Patents to Protect Motorsports Technology

RSVP now.

When: Monday, January 23, from 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Where: Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 11:43

By SEMA News Editors

The 2018 Audi Q5, 2017 Ferrari 488, 2017 Mercedes AMG GT and the 2018 Toyota C-HR are headed to the SEMA Garage for members to gather specs and research product fitment.

Measuring Session Vehicles

SEMA members are invited to an exclusive opportunity to explore, measure and learn about these new releases.

Upcoming Sessions and Dates

2017 Ferrari 488
Tuesday, January 31, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (PST)
MG Studio, 1319 West 11th Street, Los Angeles, California

Register to measure the 2017 Ferrari 488.

2017 Mercedes AMG GT
Tuesday, January 31, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (PST)
MG Studio, 1319 West 11th Street, Los Angeles, California

Register to measure the 2017 Mercedes AMG GT.

2018 Toyota C-HR
Wednesday, February 1, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (PST)
Toyota, 19001 S. Western Ave, Torrance, California

Register to measure the Toyota C-HR.

2018 Audi Q5
Tuesday, February 7, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (PST)
SEMA Garage, 1577 S. Valley Vista Drive, Diamond Bar, California

Register to measure the 2018 Audi Q5.

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 11:43

By SEMA News Editors

The 2018 Audi Q5, 2017 Ferrari 488, 2017 Mercedes AMG GT and the 2018 Toyota C-HR are headed to the SEMA Garage for members to gather specs and research product fitment.

Measuring Session Vehicles

SEMA members are invited to an exclusive opportunity to explore, measure and learn about these new releases.

Upcoming Sessions and Dates

2017 Ferrari 488
Tuesday, January 31, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (PST)
MG Studio, 1319 West 11th Street, Los Angeles, California

Register to measure the 2017 Ferrari 488.

2017 Mercedes AMG GT
Tuesday, January 31, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (PST)
MG Studio, 1319 West 11th Street, Los Angeles, California

Register to measure the 2017 Mercedes AMG GT.

2018 Toyota C-HR
Wednesday, February 1, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (PST)
Toyota, 19001 S. Western Ave, Torrance, California

Register to measure the Toyota C-HR.

2018 Audi Q5
Tuesday, February 7, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (PST)
SEMA Garage, 1577 S. Valley Vista Drive, Diamond Bar, California

Register to measure the 2018 Audi Q5.