Thu, 03/17/2016 - 07:28

By Washington, D.C., Staff

The House Natural Resources Committee passed legislation that requires the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to reopen the 75,000-acre Clear Creek National Recreation Area (NRA) in San Benito and Fresno Counties for recreational use, including off-highway vehicle (OHV) access. The “Clear Creek National Recreation Area and Conservation Act” (H.R. 1838) provides OHV access to more than 240 miles of public trails.

Clear Creek NRA was closed in 2008 as a result of concerns surrounding exposure to asbestos. However, an independent risk-assessment study requested by the California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Commission concluded that management and operational strategies could be effectively employed in the area to allow OHV use without exposing the public to unacceptable risks. The bill ensures that the Clear Creek NRA will be managed in way that permits responsible recreation while also providing for the safety of all of the area’s visitors.

For more information, contact Eric Snyder at erics@sema.org.

Thu, 03/17/2016 - 07:28

By Washington, D.C., Staff

The House Natural Resources Committee passed legislation that requires the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to reopen the 75,000-acre Clear Creek National Recreation Area (NRA) in San Benito and Fresno Counties for recreational use, including off-highway vehicle (OHV) access. The “Clear Creek National Recreation Area and Conservation Act” (H.R. 1838) provides OHV access to more than 240 miles of public trails.

Clear Creek NRA was closed in 2008 as a result of concerns surrounding exposure to asbestos. However, an independent risk-assessment study requested by the California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Commission concluded that management and operational strategies could be effectively employed in the area to allow OHV use without exposing the public to unacceptable risks. The bill ensures that the Clear Creek NRA will be managed in way that permits responsible recreation while also providing for the safety of all of the area’s visitors.

For more information, contact Eric Snyder at erics@sema.org.

Thu, 03/10/2016 - 16:46

Recently, the Honda Ridgeline, Audi R8 and Ford Focus RS were on display at a measuring session in the SEMA Garage.

The SEMA Garage gives SEMA member businesses access to the special high-tech tools and equipment they need to get their products — whether a $10 set of replacement wiper blades or a $10,000 engine modification — off the drawing board and into customer hands. It is the only known facility of its kind in the United States.

Covering 15,000 square feet and filled with nearly $2 million of equipment, the SEMA Garage includes all the tools specialty product developers could hope for and then some, including two vehicle lifts, a portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM) for 3D scanning, a 3D printer for fast prototyping, digital race car scales for the most precise vehicle weight measurements, a dynamometer for power output measurements and more.

https://youtu.be/z4-CiAGwwy8

Thu, 03/10/2016 - 16:46

Recently, the Honda Ridgeline, Audi R8 and Ford Focus RS were on display at a measuring session in the SEMA Garage.

The SEMA Garage gives SEMA member businesses access to the special high-tech tools and equipment they need to get their products — whether a $10 set of replacement wiper blades or a $10,000 engine modification — off the drawing board and into customer hands. It is the only known facility of its kind in the United States.

Covering 15,000 square feet and filled with nearly $2 million of equipment, the SEMA Garage includes all the tools specialty product developers could hope for and then some, including two vehicle lifts, a portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM) for 3D scanning, a 3D printer for fast prototyping, digital race car scales for the most precise vehicle weight measurements, a dynamometer for power output measurements and more.

https://youtu.be/z4-CiAGwwy8

Thu, 03/10/2016 - 15:06

By Becca Butler


SEMA Battle of the Builders will re-air on the Velocity Network this Friday, March 11, at 6:00 p.m. (EST).

Tune in to the Velocity Network this Friday, March 11, at 6:00 p.m. (EST), to catch SEMA Battle of the Builders. The one-hour special, filmed during the 2015 SEMA Show, follows the talents and craftsmanship of more than 200 vehicle builders as they vie for the title of SEMA’s Top Builder.

Viewers who tune in can get an inside look at the coveted, trade-only SEMA Show and watch as a panel of judges narrows down the competition to the Top 21 and then to the Top 10, who then vote among themselves to determine who will be named the winner.

View a series of behind-the-scenes videos from the TV special.

For more information on SEMA Battle of the Builders and the full listing of the TV schedule, visit www.semaignited.com.

 

 

Thu, 03/10/2016 - 15:06

By Becca Butler


SEMA Battle of the Builders will re-air on the Velocity Network this Friday, March 11, at 6:00 p.m. (EST).

Tune in to the Velocity Network this Friday, March 11, at 6:00 p.m. (EST), to catch SEMA Battle of the Builders. The one-hour special, filmed during the 2015 SEMA Show, follows the talents and craftsmanship of more than 200 vehicle builders as they vie for the title of SEMA’s Top Builder.

Viewers who tune in can get an inside look at the coveted, trade-only SEMA Show and watch as a panel of judges narrows down the competition to the Top 21 and then to the Top 10, who then vote among themselves to determine who will be named the winner.

View a series of behind-the-scenes videos from the TV special.

For more information on SEMA Battle of the Builders and the full listing of the TV schedule, visit www.semaignited.com.

 

 

Thu, 03/10/2016 - 15:06

By Becca Butler


SEMA Battle of the Builders will re-air on the Velocity Network this Friday, March 11, at 6:00 p.m. (EST).

Tune in to the Velocity Network this Friday, March 11, at 6:00 p.m. (EST), to catch SEMA Battle of the Builders. The one-hour special, filmed during the 2015 SEMA Show, follows the talents and craftsmanship of more than 200 vehicle builders as they vie for the title of SEMA’s Top Builder.

Viewers who tune in can get an inside look at the coveted, trade-only SEMA Show and watch as a panel of judges narrows down the competition to the Top 21 and then to the Top 10, who then vote among themselves to determine who will be named the winner.

View a series of behind-the-scenes videos from the TV special.

For more information on SEMA Battle of the Builders and the full listing of the TV schedule, visit www.semaignited.com.

 

 

Thu, 03/10/2016 - 14:06

By Jason Catullo

Exhibitor Summit
Scheduled for Monday–Tuesday, June 20–21, in Las Vegas, the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit provides proven planning and budgeting advice to enhance each exhibitor’s ROI.

Often referred to as boot camp for exhibitors, the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit offers training on how to get the most out of your SEMA Show investment. The goal of the Summit is to help your company properly plan and budget to add value to your Show experience. The Exhibitor Summit is scheduled for Monday–Tuesday, June 20–21, in Las Vegas.

Featuring valuable tips in insight from trade show experts, the Exhibitor Summit is the most hands-on, cost-effective way for companies to prepare for the SEMA Show. Participants will learn the simplest ways to extend their Show budget by leveraging special programs, taking advantage of early-bird rates, reducing material-handling costs, effectively using sponsorship to promote their booths.  

There is no cost to participate in the Summit. Limited complimentary hotel rooms are available to exhibitors and staff. Space is limited. Register now!

To secure booth space for the 2016 SEMA Show, Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, visit www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

Thu, 03/10/2016 - 14:06

By Jason Catullo

Exhibitor Summit
Scheduled for Monday–Tuesday, June 20–21, in Las Vegas, the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit provides proven planning and budgeting advice to enhance each exhibitor’s ROI.

Often referred to as boot camp for exhibitors, the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit offers training on how to get the most out of your SEMA Show investment. The goal of the Summit is to help your company properly plan and budget to add value to your Show experience. The Exhibitor Summit is scheduled for Monday–Tuesday, June 20–21, in Las Vegas.

Featuring valuable tips in insight from trade show experts, the Exhibitor Summit is the most hands-on, cost-effective way for companies to prepare for the SEMA Show. Participants will learn the simplest ways to extend their Show budget by leveraging special programs, taking advantage of early-bird rates, reducing material-handling costs, effectively using sponsorship to promote their booths.  

There is no cost to participate in the Summit. Limited complimentary hotel rooms are available to exhibitors and staff. Space is limited. Register now!

To secure booth space for the 2016 SEMA Show, Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, visit www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

Thu, 03/10/2016 - 14:06

By Jason Catullo

Exhibitor Summit
Scheduled for Monday–Tuesday, June 20–21, in Las Vegas, the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit provides proven planning and budgeting advice to enhance each exhibitor’s ROI.

Often referred to as boot camp for exhibitors, the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit offers training on how to get the most out of your SEMA Show investment. The goal of the Summit is to help your company properly plan and budget to add value to your Show experience. The Exhibitor Summit is scheduled for Monday–Tuesday, June 20–21, in Las Vegas.

Featuring valuable tips in insight from trade show experts, the Exhibitor Summit is the most hands-on, cost-effective way for companies to prepare for the SEMA Show. Participants will learn the simplest ways to extend their Show budget by leveraging special programs, taking advantage of early-bird rates, reducing material-handling costs, effectively using sponsorship to promote their booths.  

There is no cost to participate in the Summit. Limited complimentary hotel rooms are available to exhibitors and staff. Space is limited. Register now!

To secure booth space for the 2016 SEMA Show, Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, visit www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.