News | Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA)

Thu, 07/28/2016 - 08:14

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company enables employees to participate in webinars, access free market research, join SEMA committees and more.

Secure Booth Space Here for the 50th SEMA Show

Thu, 07/28/2016 - 08:12

The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center.

As part of Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW), the SEMA Show attracts more than 100,000 industry leaders from more than 100 countries for unlimited profit opportunities in the automotive, truck and SUV, powersports and RV markets.

The 2015 SEMA Show drew more than 60,000 domestic and international buyers.

Secure Booth Space Here for the 50th SEMA Show

Thu, 07/28/2016 - 08:12

The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center.

As part of Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW), the SEMA Show attracts more than 100,000 industry leaders from more than 100 countries for unlimited profit opportunities in the automotive, truck and SUV, powersports and RV markets.

The 2015 SEMA Show drew more than 60,000 domestic and international buyers.

Register for the 2016 SEMA Show

Thu, 07/28/2016 - 08:10

The 2016 SEMA Show is scheduled for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, in Las Vegas. Online registration for the Show, available now through October 14, is $40.

The 2015 SEMA Show gathered more than 170,000 individuals together to do business. The annual Show features manufacturers representing all segments of the industry highlighting their latest product innovations—from wheels, tires, mobile electronics, restyling kits and paint, to exhaust kits, engine upgrades, suspension components, interior products and much more.

Register for the 2016 SEMA Show

Thu, 07/28/2016 - 08:10

The 2016 SEMA Show is scheduled for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, in Las Vegas. Online registration for the Show, available now through October 14, is $40.

The 2015 SEMA Show gathered more than 170,000 individuals together to do business. The annual Show features manufacturers representing all segments of the industry highlighting their latest product innovations—from wheels, tires, mobile electronics, restyling kits and paint, to exhaust kits, engine upgrades, suspension components, interior products and much more.

Job-Hunting? Top Automotive Jobs Here

Thu, 07/28/2016 - 08:06

By SEMA Editors

Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest classifieds posted to the website.

Product Data Manager: T-REX Truck Products Inc. is hiring a product data manager. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of ACES and PIES, be comfortable working with data files and have a deep understanding of Excel and common MS Office programs. This position will include full SEMA Data Co-op data management, price sheet maintenance, FTP site content management, daily inventory feeds and website maintenance, including order processing and management.
Marketing Specialist: Livernois Motorsports and Engineering is hiring a marketing specialist responsible for posting product information online, updating the company’s website with the product information and parts, taking pictures and coordinating video productions, and monitoring and updating all social media sites. The successful candidate will have experience working with automotive suppliers and manufacturers and 2+ years of automotive marketing experience.
Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist: SEMA is hiring a senior accounts receivable specialist responsible for maintaining the revenue, accounts receivables and collections-related functions of the SEMA Data Co-op and PRI business units, and participating in a multitude of accounting activities, including developing and maintaining accounting principles and practice, strategic planning and special projects. The successful candidate will preferably have an accounting degree and knowledge of NetForum and Great Plains.
SEO Manager: Steve Millen Sportparts Inc. is hiring an SEO manager responsible for executing the day-to-day functions that support the company’s online marketing programs and campaigns and leading and advancing their search engine optimization programs through effective use of analytical keyword research/development, managing social networks and staying current on SEO trends. The successful candidate must have more than three years of relevant SEO experience, the ability to make SEO updates and knowledge of HTML.

SEMA recently launched the SEMA Career Center to address the employment challenges of automotive companies and facilitate a talent pipeline for entering into the automotive aftermarket industry. Through an automotive network that includes the Auto Care Association, the SEMA Career Center will expand the volume and reach of job openings from automotive companies throughout the country.

SEMA Council & Network News: HRIA Education Day Held Next Week in Louisville

Thu, 07/28/2016 - 08:05

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No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, reps, trucks or wheels and tires—there’s a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of market-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular industry segment.


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HRIA Education Day Held Next Week in Louisville

There is still time to register for the Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) annual Education Day, August 4, at the NSRA Nationals in Louisville, Kentucky. Twelve manufacturers will give hour-long presentations on various topics. These valuable sessions are open to all NSRA Nationals attendees. This is a popular event and seats are limited. Sessions will begin Thursday, August 4, at 9:00 a.m., with the last session concluding at 4:15 p.m.

Session 1
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.

American Autowire – Wiring Solutions
A brief company introduction will be followed by product line overviews, including various build options. They will discuss how to determine the correct product line for your project, new product overviews and technical resources they offer.

Lokar – Pass the NSRA Safety 23
Lokar staff will discuss various solutions for a variety of NSRA Safety 23 inspection items. Learn how to adjust your neutral safety switch, new ways to install your hand brake or how to adjust your throttle linage and much more.

Session 2
10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m.

Vintage Air – Basics of Air Conditioning
Vintage Air representatives will talk about the components, layout and operation of a modern aftermarket climate control system. This seminar is a great way to learn how all of the components work together to ensure that the HVAC system performs at optimal efficiency. They will also discuss proper installation techniques and AC charging.

Flaming River – Steering Systems and Solutions
Flaming River experts will cover the wide array of products they offer to improve the steering and electrical systems in your classic vehicle. Included will be powder-coating processes and coilover shock offerings.

Session 3
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

COMP/FAST – About EFI?
This seminar starts with features and benefits of an aftermarket EFI system, how to plan yours and selecting the right system for your project, plus a lot of do’s and don’ts.

Borgeson – Steering Design
In this seminar attendees will hear about proper steering system designs, including associated linkages and safety concerns. They will explain methods for modernizing a steering system.

Session 4
12:45 p.m.–1:45 p.m.

Classic Instruments – Your Instruments
Based on experience working with top car builders all across the nation, the Classic Instruments staff will share tips for proper installation and choices you need to make when equipping your car with modern instruments.

Ididit – Steering Columns
After a brief lesson where ididit came from, what their current program is and more importantly, how they see their products evolving, company presenters will discuss integrating their latest technologies into your project.

Session 5
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Painless Performance – Electrical Basics Plus
Attendees will learn basic installation concepts and a long list of do’s and don’ts for electrical systems. A discussion will explain how electrical components operate (fuses, circuit breakers and relays) and why they are needed.

Fatman Fabrications – Chassis Design
This seminar will rely heavily on questions asked as the topic is too large to cover in one hour. There will be a lot of experienced answers that apply to many different chassis situations.

Session 6
3:15 p.m.–4:15 p.m.

Edelbrock – Power Packages
Choosing the right combination of street cylinder heads, intake manifolds and carburetors will be highlighted this seminar. Common tuning questions will be discussed and how all these components work together.

Ride Tech – Suspension Evaluation
This seminar will bring Ride Tech’s outdoor “evaluation center” indoors with discussions about ways and means for weighing cars, measuring for shocks, appropriate shock travel and spring rates.

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The top 13 young automotive entrepreneurs will participate in the fourth annual SEMA Launch Pad Presented by YEN competition.

SEMA Launch Pad Voting Now Live

From nearly 80 competitors, the top 13 young automotive entrepreneurs have been named in the fourth annual SEMA Launch Pad Presented by YEN competition. Representing new, innovative products and services in the specialty automotive aftermarket, these next-gen automotive leaders are looking for their big break to launch their businesses to the next level. Watch their short business pitches on YEN’s Facebook page and vote today!

Your vote will decide the 10 competitors who will pitch their business to a celebrity judging panel at the SEMA Show, including automotive industry juggernauts Jim Cozzie, Ron Coleman, Jessi Combs, Brian Rowland and Dave Ziozios.

Voting ends September 1, with the live on-stage competition occurring November 2, from 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., in the SEMA Show Super Session Room N258 (second floor, North Hall).

Top 13 SEMA Launch Pad Competitors – Vote Now!

Aaron Aldrich, owner, Any Level Lift
Product: Any Level Lift

Richard Baverstock, founder/CEO, Mogol Inc.
Product: Glide

Matt Corish, co-founder, V12LS.com
Product: V12 LS Engine

Steed Dolan, owner, Steeds Tech
Product: Banshee Controller

John Paul Gusewelle, COO, Metal Conditioner Squared LLC
Product: MC2/Metal Container Squared

Justin Hartenstein, president/founder, ORACLE Lighting
Product: Jeep Wrangler LED Integrated Side Mirrors

Amanda Holbert, president, Plasma Glide LLC
Product: PlasmaGlide

Bryce Hudson, owner, Grip Clean
Product: All Natural Industrial Hand Soap

Wesley Jurica, co-owner, Gigabit Games LLC
Product: CrawlrCam

Xavier Miller, owner/founder, Spultronix LLC
Product: Motorsports Electronics

Kevin Patrick, president, Exomotive LLC
Product: Exocet

Sarah Powell, COO, Turnberry Innovations
Product: CorBox and GapSaver

Irina Slavina, Co-founder/General Counsel, Hudway LLC
Product: HUDWAY Glass

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SEMA Council & Network News: HRIA Education Day Held Next Week in Louisville

Thu, 07/28/2016 - 08:05

Strengthen Your Company Through Community

No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, reps, trucks or wheels and tires—there’s a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of market-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular industry segment.


Visit HRIA's website

HRIA Education Day Held Next Week in Louisville

There is still time to register for the Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) annual Education Day, August 4, at the NSRA Nationals in Louisville, Kentucky. Twelve manufacturers will give hour-long presentations on various topics. These valuable sessions are open to all NSRA Nationals attendees. This is a popular event and seats are limited. Sessions will begin Thursday, August 4, at 9:00 a.m., with the last session concluding at 4:15 p.m.

Session 1
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.

American Autowire – Wiring Solutions
A brief company introduction will be followed by product line overviews, including various build options. They will discuss how to determine the correct product line for your project, new product overviews and technical resources they offer.

Lokar – Pass the NSRA Safety 23
Lokar staff will discuss various solutions for a variety of NSRA Safety 23 inspection items. Learn how to adjust your neutral safety switch, new ways to install your hand brake or how to adjust your throttle linage and much more.

Session 2
10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m.

Vintage Air – Basics of Air Conditioning
Vintage Air representatives will talk about the components, layout and operation of a modern aftermarket climate control system. This seminar is a great way to learn how all of the components work together to ensure that the HVAC system performs at optimal efficiency. They will also discuss proper installation techniques and AC charging.

Flaming River – Steering Systems and Solutions
Flaming River experts will cover the wide array of products they offer to improve the steering and electrical systems in your classic vehicle. Included will be powder-coating processes and coilover shock offerings.

Session 3
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

COMP/FAST – About EFI?
This seminar starts with features and benefits of an aftermarket EFI system, how to plan yours and selecting the right system for your project, plus a lot of do’s and don’ts.

Borgeson – Steering Design
In this seminar attendees will hear about proper steering system designs, including associated linkages and safety concerns. They will explain methods for modernizing a steering system.

Session 4
12:45 p.m.–1:45 p.m.

Classic Instruments – Your Instruments
Based on experience working with top car builders all across the nation, the Classic Instruments staff will share tips for proper installation and choices you need to make when equipping your car with modern instruments.

Ididit – Steering Columns
After a brief lesson where ididit came from, what their current program is and more importantly, how they see their products evolving, company presenters will discuss integrating their latest technologies into your project.

Session 5
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Painless Performance – Electrical Basics Plus
Attendees will learn basic installation concepts and a long list of do’s and don’ts for electrical systems. A discussion will explain how electrical components operate (fuses, circuit breakers and relays) and why they are needed.

Fatman Fabrications – Chassis Design
This seminar will rely heavily on questions asked as the topic is too large to cover in one hour. There will be a lot of experienced answers that apply to many different chassis situations.

Session 6
3:15 p.m.–4:15 p.m.

Edelbrock – Power Packages
Choosing the right combination of street cylinder heads, intake manifolds and carburetors will be highlighted this seminar. Common tuning questions will be discussed and how all these components work together.

Ride Tech – Suspension Evaluation
This seminar will bring Ride Tech’s outdoor “evaluation center” indoors with discussions about ways and means for weighing cars, measuring for shocks, appropriate shock travel and spring rates.

Back to Top

Visit YEN's website