Thu, 02/11/2016 - 09:46

On March 1, 2016, the SEMA Garage will host a first-of-its-kind measuring session on the all-new ’17 Audi R8. Starting at $164,000, the 540hp naturally aspirated V10 Audi R8 represents the pinnacle of performance and engineering for the Audi brand. For SEMA members who support this niche category, don’t miss this one-day-only opportunity to get hands-on with the new Audi. Modest disassembly will be permitted, including wheels, brakes, suspension and limited interior component. Photography and scanning will also be permitted. Audi will also have an accessory marketing rep on hand to answer any questions.

Thu, 02/11/2016 - 09:41

By Zane Clark

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A SEMA-hosted student workshop, which will feature 100 engineering students from 18 Southern California colleges and universities, will highlight career opportunities in the automotive aftermarket industry while showcasing the advanced product development and emissions resources available at the SEMA Garage.

Panelists have been announced for the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Southern California section student workshop, Saturday, February 27, from 9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m., at the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California. The workshop, which will feature 100 engineering students from 18 Southern California colleges and universities, will highlight career opportunities in the automotive aftermarket industry while showcasing the advanced product development and emissions resources available at the SEMA Garage. The career path panel discussion will feature:

  • Scooter Brothers, COO, Comp Performance Group
  • Ted Moncure, director of engineering, Transamercian Manufacturing Group
  • Brent McCarthy, chief engineer, Edelbrock
  • Jeremy Lanini, engineering manager, Westin Automotive
  • Rick Lamber Jr., owner, Race Tech Services

Participating students will be treated to networking opportunities and a panel discussion from industry-leading companies and professional engineers who will share real-world advice and delve into career paths in the automotive industry. The engineering students will also participate in tours of the SEMA Garage’s all-new CARB-recognized emissions lab, installation center and photography studio.

Additionally, the SOCAL SAE student group will hold an open meeting in which they will discuss their participation in Collegiate Design Series (CDS) competitions. Topics will include:

  • 40th anniversary of the Baja competition and first-ever SAE Baja California.
  • SoCal Mac Short competition.
  • Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach booth participation and discount codes.
  • Baja California competition.
  • Aero Design West competition.

Companies and individuals interested in participating in this exclusive SAE student workshop should contact SEMA’s Director of Education Zane Clark at 909-978-6743. Lunch will be provided. Attendance is limited.

Thu, 02/11/2016 - 09:41

By Zane Clark

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A SEMA-hosted student workshop, which will feature 100 engineering students from 18 Southern California colleges and universities, will highlight career opportunities in the automotive aftermarket industry while showcasing the advanced product development and emissions resources available at the SEMA Garage.

Panelists have been announced for the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Southern California section student workshop, Saturday, February 27, from 9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m., at the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California. The workshop, which will feature 100 engineering students from 18 Southern California colleges and universities, will highlight career opportunities in the automotive aftermarket industry while showcasing the advanced product development and emissions resources available at the SEMA Garage. The career path panel discussion will feature:

  • Scooter Brothers, COO, Comp Performance Group
  • Ted Moncure, director of engineering, Transamercian Manufacturing Group
  • Brent McCarthy, chief engineer, Edelbrock
  • Jeremy Lanini, engineering manager, Westin Automotive
  • Rick Lamber Jr., owner, Race Tech Services

Participating students will be treated to networking opportunities and a panel discussion from industry-leading companies and professional engineers who will share real-world advice and delve into career paths in the automotive industry. The engineering students will also participate in tours of the SEMA Garage’s all-new CARB-recognized emissions lab, installation center and photography studio.

Additionally, the SOCAL SAE student group will hold an open meeting in which they will discuss their participation in Collegiate Design Series (CDS) competitions. Topics will include:

  • 40th anniversary of the Baja competition and first-ever SAE Baja California.
  • SoCal Mac Short competition.
  • Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach booth participation and discount codes.
  • Baja California competition.
  • Aero Design West competition.

Companies and individuals interested in participating in this exclusive SAE student workshop should contact SEMA’s Director of Education Zane Clark at 909-978-6743. Lunch will be provided. Attendance is limited.

Thu, 02/11/2016 - 09:41

By Zane Clark

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A SEMA-hosted student workshop, which will feature 100 engineering students from 18 Southern California colleges and universities, will highlight career opportunities in the automotive aftermarket industry while showcasing the advanced product development and emissions resources available at the SEMA Garage.

Panelists have been announced for the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Southern California section student workshop, Saturday, February 27, from 9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m., at the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California. The workshop, which will feature 100 engineering students from 18 Southern California colleges and universities, will highlight career opportunities in the automotive aftermarket industry while showcasing the advanced product development and emissions resources available at the SEMA Garage. The career path panel discussion will feature:

  • Scooter Brothers, COO, Comp Performance Group
  • Ted Moncure, director of engineering, Transamercian Manufacturing Group
  • Brent McCarthy, chief engineer, Edelbrock
  • Jeremy Lanini, engineering manager, Westin Automotive
  • Rick Lamber Jr., owner, Race Tech Services

Participating students will be treated to networking opportunities and a panel discussion from industry-leading companies and professional engineers who will share real-world advice and delve into career paths in the automotive industry. The engineering students will also participate in tours of the SEMA Garage’s all-new CARB-recognized emissions lab, installation center and photography studio.

Additionally, the SOCAL SAE student group will hold an open meeting in which they will discuss their participation in Collegiate Design Series (CDS) competitions. Topics will include:

  • 40th anniversary of the Baja competition and first-ever SAE Baja California.
  • SoCal Mac Short competition.
  • Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach booth participation and discount codes.
  • Baja California competition.
  • Aero Design West competition.

Companies and individuals interested in participating in this exclusive SAE student workshop should contact SEMA’s Director of Education Zane Clark at 909-978-6743. Lunch will be provided. Attendance is limited.

Thu, 02/11/2016 - 09:36

By SEMA Editors

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(L-R): Joel Ayres, Dennis Gage and Jim Bingham were inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame in 2015.

It’s that time of year for SEMA Hall of Fame nominations. As a SEMA member, you have the opportunity to nominate a person for the 2016 SEMA Hall of Fame—an award established to honor outstanding persons in the automotive specialty-equipment industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments on a national basis have enhanced the stature of, and significantly contributed to, the industry’s growth.

A rule of thumb to qualify could be to ask yourself the following question: “If this person had never existed, how would SEMA and the industry be different?”

Please take a moment to review the SEMA Hall of Fame website, SEMA Hall of Fame criteria and listings of past inductees. In order to assist the Hall of Fame Committee in making their selection, please provide a brief statement, including accomplishments and comments as to why, based on the award criteria, the individual is deserving of this honor. Your completed nomination form is confidential and vital to helping the Hall of Fame Committee make their selection for the 2016 SEMA Hall of Fame.

Please submit your 2016 SEMA Hall of Fame form by March 11.

If you have any questions, contact Marcela Ortega at marcelao@sema.org or 909-978-6744.

 

 

 

Thu, 02/11/2016 - 09:36

By SEMA Editors

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(L-R): Joel Ayres, Dennis Gage and Jim Bingham were inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame in 2015.

It’s that time of year for SEMA Hall of Fame nominations. As a SEMA member, you have the opportunity to nominate a person for the 2016 SEMA Hall of Fame—an award established to honor outstanding persons in the automotive specialty-equipment industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments on a national basis have enhanced the stature of, and significantly contributed to, the industry’s growth.

A rule of thumb to qualify could be to ask yourself the following question: “If this person had never existed, how would SEMA and the industry be different?”

Please take a moment to review the SEMA Hall of Fame website, SEMA Hall of Fame criteria and listings of past inductees. In order to assist the Hall of Fame Committee in making their selection, please provide a brief statement, including accomplishments and comments as to why, based on the award criteria, the individual is deserving of this honor. Your completed nomination form is confidential and vital to helping the Hall of Fame Committee make their selection for the 2016 SEMA Hall of Fame.

Please submit your 2016 SEMA Hall of Fame form by March 11.

If you have any questions, contact Marcela Ortega at marcelao@sema.org or 909-978-6744.

 

 

 

Thu, 02/11/2016 - 09:30
Thu, 02/11/2016 - 09:28

By SEMA Editors

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. The newest classified listings posted under Positions Available include:

SEMA members: Have a job opening that you need filled? Members are invited to post classified ads on www.sema.org/classifieds free of charge. Categories available are: Positions Available, Positions Wanted, Rep Opportunities, WD Opportunities, For Sale, Items Wanted, Business Opportunities and Internships. Visit the SEMA Classifieds site for details.

Thu, 02/11/2016 - 09:28

By SEMA Editors

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. The newest classified listings posted under Positions Available include:

SEMA members: Have a job opening that you need filled? Members are invited to post classified ads on www.sema.org/classifieds free of charge. Categories available are: Positions Available, Positions Wanted, Rep Opportunities, WD Opportunities, For Sale, Items Wanted, Business Opportunities and Internships. Visit the SEMA Classifieds site for details.

Thu, 02/11/2016 - 08:22

By Linda Spencer

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SEMA Australia Business Development Conference attendees will have the opportunity to meet with pre-vetted buyers from across the region and tour customizing shops.

SEMA has announced Australia as the fourth venue for its popular overseas Business Development Programs. The pilot project will be held May 25–29, 2016, in Melbourne, Australia. Join fellow SEMA members on a four-day visit to learn about this customizing-crazed market.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with pre-vetted buyers from across the region and tour customizing shops, see first-hand what vehicles are on the road and the product opportunities available and participate in a table-top display attended by top pre-vetted Australian trade buyers. SEMA has again partnered with the U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Administration, and awards are available to qualified companies to help defray participation costs.

Exhibitors: register now for the 2016 SEMA Australia Business Development Conference.

For questions or more information, visit the SEMA website or contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.