By SEMA Editors

	2014 SEMA Show attendees will have a chance to win a brand-new, fully equipped Anvil Blue ’14 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited when they visit Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center.
	As part of the SEMA Cares build, a team of students from the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts modified a standard four-door Jeep Wrangler JK Sport at the new SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California.

Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center (Booth #34000) at the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, November 4–7, will showcase two unique Jeeps: one built in support of SEMA Cares that will later be auctioned for charity, and the other to be used for a special giveaway promotion during the SEMA Show.

The SEMA Cares Jeep is designed to raise awareness for SEMA Cares’ charitable efforts within the automotive aftermarket. The SEMA Cares Jeep was bought using funds from Omix-ADA’s 2013 SEMA Cares donation and was customized through a collaboration between Omix-ADA and the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts.

As part of the build, a team of students from the school modified a standard four-door Jeep Wrangler JK Sport at the new SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California, using parts from a number of donor companies—including Rugged Ridge’s Exploration Package—to make a one-of-a-kind 4x4.

The Exploration restyling package—one of Omix-ADA’s 10 pre-loaded kits—features appearance products ranging from floor and cargo liners, grab handles and hood catches to more hardcore parts, including uprated tire carriers, bumper accessories, even recovery winch gear, suspension and tires.

“It’s great that we can bring more awareness to SEMA Cares because they play an instrumental role in actively involving and engaging future generations in our industry, which is one of the things we teach at Off-Road Success Center,” said Henk Van Dongen, marketing director at Omix-ADA. “The Jeep we designed was a perfect way to get people excited about SEMA Cares and the off-road hobby.

While on display throughout the four-day show, the Jeep will be signed by automotive personalities, VIPs and celebrities in attendance. In early 2015, the Jeep will then make its way to auction where all proceeds from its sale will be split between three charities: The Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts, Childhelp and Victory Junction.

The SEMA Cares Committee was established by SEMA’s Board of Directors in 2007 and strives to make a positive difference through outreach programs and various fundraising efforts. SEMA Cares makes its mission to foster industry leadership by supporting the education of students pursuing careers in the automotive aftermarket.

Giveaway Promotional Jeep Contest

Over the course of three days (November 4–6), 2014 SEMA Show attendees will also have a chance to win a brand-new, fully-equipped Anvil Blue ’14 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited when they visit Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center.

The winning Jeep will be outfitted with Rugged Ridge’s new Summit restyling package, which includes the company’s XHD Modular Bumper, grille inserts and an upgraded rear tire carrier.

Forty semi-finalists will be selected over three days and given a key for a chance at starting and driving away with the one-of-a-kind Jeep, Thursday, November 6, at the Off-Road Success Center.

Returning for its third year at the SEMA Show, the Off-Road Success Center provides a forum for business owners and decision makers within the Jeep and off-road market to freely exchange ideas, learn new concepts for success and network with other industry professionals.

By SEMA Editors

	2014 SEMA Show attendees will have a chance to win a brand-new, fully equipped Anvil Blue ’14 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited when they visit Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center.
	As part of the SEMA Cares build, a team of students from the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts modified a standard four-door Jeep Wrangler JK Sport at the new SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California.

Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center (Booth #34000) at the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, November 4–7, will showcase two unique Jeeps: one built in support of SEMA Cares that will later be auctioned for charity, and the other to be used for a special giveaway promotion during the SEMA Show.

The SEMA Cares Jeep is designed to raise awareness for SEMA Cares’ charitable efforts within the automotive aftermarket. The SEMA Cares Jeep was bought using funds from Omix-ADA’s 2013 SEMA Cares donation and was customized through a collaboration between Omix-ADA and the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts.

As part of the build, a team of students from the school modified a standard four-door Jeep Wrangler JK Sport at the new SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California, using parts from a number of donor companies—including Rugged Ridge’s Exploration Package—to make a one-of-a-kind 4x4.

The Exploration restyling package—one of Omix-ADA’s 10 pre-loaded kits—features appearance products ranging from floor and cargo liners, grab handles and hood catches to more hardcore parts, including uprated tire carriers, bumper accessories, even recovery winch gear, suspension and tires.

“It’s great that we can bring more awareness to SEMA Cares because they play an instrumental role in actively involving and engaging future generations in our industry, which is one of the things we teach at Off-Road Success Center,” said Henk Van Dongen, marketing director at Omix-ADA. “The Jeep we designed was a perfect way to get people excited about SEMA Cares and the off-road hobby.

While on display throughout the four-day show, the Jeep will be signed by automotive personalities, VIPs and celebrities in attendance. In early 2015, the Jeep will then make its way to auction where all proceeds from its sale will be split between three charities: The Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts, Childhelp and Victory Junction.

The SEMA Cares Committee was established by SEMA’s Board of Directors in 2007 and strives to make a positive difference through outreach programs and various fundraising efforts. SEMA Cares makes its mission to foster industry leadership by supporting the education of students pursuing careers in the automotive aftermarket.

Giveaway Promotional Jeep Contest

Over the course of three days (November 4–6), 2014 SEMA Show attendees will also have a chance to win a brand-new, fully-equipped Anvil Blue ’14 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited when they visit Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center.

The winning Jeep will be outfitted with Rugged Ridge’s new Summit restyling package, which includes the company’s XHD Modular Bumper, grille inserts and an upgraded rear tire carrier.

Forty semi-finalists will be selected over three days and given a key for a chance at starting and driving away with the one-of-a-kind Jeep, Thursday, November 6, at the Off-Road Success Center.

Returning for its third year at the SEMA Show, the Off-Road Success Center provides a forum for business owners and decision makers within the Jeep and off-road market to freely exchange ideas, learn new concepts for success and network with other industry professionals.

By SEMA Editors

	2014 SEMA Show attendees will have a chance to win a brand-new, fully equipped Anvil Blue ’14 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited when they visit Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center.
	As part of the SEMA Cares build, a team of students from the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts modified a standard four-door Jeep Wrangler JK Sport at the new SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California.

Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center (Booth #34000) at the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, November 4–7, will showcase two unique Jeeps: one built in support of SEMA Cares that will later be auctioned for charity, and the other to be used for a special giveaway promotion during the SEMA Show.

The SEMA Cares Jeep is designed to raise awareness for SEMA Cares’ charitable efforts within the automotive aftermarket. The SEMA Cares Jeep was bought using funds from Omix-ADA’s 2013 SEMA Cares donation and was customized through a collaboration between Omix-ADA and the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts.

As part of the build, a team of students from the school modified a standard four-door Jeep Wrangler JK Sport at the new SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California, using parts from a number of donor companies—including Rugged Ridge’s Exploration Package—to make a one-of-a-kind 4x4.

The Exploration restyling package—one of Omix-ADA’s 10 pre-loaded kits—features appearance products ranging from floor and cargo liners, grab handles and hood catches to more hardcore parts, including uprated tire carriers, bumper accessories, even recovery winch gear, suspension and tires.

“It’s great that we can bring more awareness to SEMA Cares because they play an instrumental role in actively involving and engaging future generations in our industry, which is one of the things we teach at Off-Road Success Center,” said Henk Van Dongen, marketing director at Omix-ADA. “The Jeep we designed was a perfect way to get people excited about SEMA Cares and the off-road hobby.

While on display throughout the four-day show, the Jeep will be signed by automotive personalities, VIPs and celebrities in attendance. In early 2015, the Jeep will then make its way to auction where all proceeds from its sale will be split between three charities: The Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts, Childhelp and Victory Junction.

The SEMA Cares Committee was established by SEMA’s Board of Directors in 2007 and strives to make a positive difference through outreach programs and various fundraising efforts. SEMA Cares makes its mission to foster industry leadership by supporting the education of students pursuing careers in the automotive aftermarket.

Giveaway Promotional Jeep Contest

Over the course of three days (November 4–6), 2014 SEMA Show attendees will also have a chance to win a brand-new, fully-equipped Anvil Blue ’14 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited when they visit Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center.

The winning Jeep will be outfitted with Rugged Ridge’s new Summit restyling package, which includes the company’s XHD Modular Bumper, grille inserts and an upgraded rear tire carrier.

Forty semi-finalists will be selected over three days and given a key for a chance at starting and driving away with the one-of-a-kind Jeep, Thursday, November 6, at the Off-Road Success Center.

Returning for its third year at the SEMA Show, the Off-Road Success Center provides a forum for business owners and decision makers within the Jeep and off-road market to freely exchange ideas, learn new concepts for success and network with other industry professionals.

By SEMA Editors

	2014 SEMA Show attendees will have a chance to win a brand-new, fully equipped Anvil Blue ’14 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited when they visit Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center.
	As part of the SEMA Cares build, a team of students from the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts modified a standard four-door Jeep Wrangler JK Sport at the new SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California.

Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center (Booth #34000) at the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, November 4–7, will showcase two unique Jeeps: one built in support of SEMA Cares that will later be auctioned for charity, and the other to be used for a special giveaway promotion during the SEMA Show.

The SEMA Cares Jeep is designed to raise awareness for SEMA Cares’ charitable efforts within the automotive aftermarket. The SEMA Cares Jeep was bought using funds from Omix-ADA’s 2013 SEMA Cares donation and was customized through a collaboration between Omix-ADA and the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts.

As part of the build, a team of students from the school modified a standard four-door Jeep Wrangler JK Sport at the new SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California, using parts from a number of donor companies—including Rugged Ridge’s Exploration Package—to make a one-of-a-kind 4x4.

The Exploration restyling package—one of Omix-ADA’s 10 pre-loaded kits—features appearance products ranging from floor and cargo liners, grab handles and hood catches to more hardcore parts, including uprated tire carriers, bumper accessories, even recovery winch gear, suspension and tires.

“It’s great that we can bring more awareness to SEMA Cares because they play an instrumental role in actively involving and engaging future generations in our industry, which is one of the things we teach at Off-Road Success Center,” said Henk Van Dongen, marketing director at Omix-ADA. “The Jeep we designed was a perfect way to get people excited about SEMA Cares and the off-road hobby.

While on display throughout the four-day show, the Jeep will be signed by automotive personalities, VIPs and celebrities in attendance. In early 2015, the Jeep will then make its way to auction where all proceeds from its sale will be split between three charities: The Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts, Childhelp and Victory Junction.

The SEMA Cares Committee was established by SEMA’s Board of Directors in 2007 and strives to make a positive difference through outreach programs and various fundraising efforts. SEMA Cares makes its mission to foster industry leadership by supporting the education of students pursuing careers in the automotive aftermarket.

Giveaway Promotional Jeep Contest

Over the course of three days (November 4–6), 2014 SEMA Show attendees will also have a chance to win a brand-new, fully-equipped Anvil Blue ’14 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited when they visit Omix-ADA’s Off-Road Success Center.

The winning Jeep will be outfitted with Rugged Ridge’s new Summit restyling package, which includes the company’s XHD Modular Bumper, grille inserts and an upgraded rear tire carrier.

Forty semi-finalists will be selected over three days and given a key for a chance at starting and driving away with the one-of-a-kind Jeep, Thursday, November 6, at the Off-Road Success Center.

Returning for its third year at the SEMA Show, the Off-Road Success Center provides a forum for business owners and decision makers within the Jeep and off-road market to freely exchange ideas, learn new concepts for success and network with other industry professionals.

	Six customized all-new ’15 Honda Fits will be on display in the Honda booth at the 2014 SEMA Show, where the fan favorite will be announced, November 4.

Over the last five weeks, Honda has followed the progress of six build teams as they each customize the all-new ’15 Fit through a project vehicle program and interactive Tumblr experience (#ProjectFit). A little more than one week remains for fans to vote for the winner of the project (through October 22), with the favorite vehicle to be announced November 4 at the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, where all six vehicles will be on display in the Honda booth.

The six build teams, Bisimoto Engineering, Kontrabrands, MAD Industries, Spoon Sports USA, Tjin Edition and the award-winning Kenny Vinces, have each personalized their Fits with such modifications as aerodynamic body kits, wheels, suspension and audio-system upgrades, custom paint jobs and more. Photos, video and animated GIFs of the transformations in progress have been posted throughout the campaign at hondaloves.tumblr.com, where fans can like or reblog posts to cast their votes. This effort continues to be promoted on automobiles.honda.com, in Honda newsletters and on social media.

After viewing all of the vehicle displays at the 2014 SEMA Show, attendees with media credentials are also invited to celebrate at the second annual “Honda Soirée,” November 4, from 10:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m. at the Tao Nightclub inside The Venetian hotel complex.

	Six customized all-new ’15 Honda Fits will be on display in the Honda booth at the 2014 SEMA Show, where the fan favorite will be announced, November 4.

Over the last five weeks, Honda has followed the progress of six build teams as they each customize the all-new ’15 Fit through a project vehicle program and interactive Tumblr experience (#ProjectFit). A little more than one week remains for fans to vote for the winner of the project (through October 22), with the favorite vehicle to be announced November 4 at the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, where all six vehicles will be on display in the Honda booth.

The six build teams, Bisimoto Engineering, Kontrabrands, MAD Industries, Spoon Sports USA, Tjin Edition and the award-winning Kenny Vinces, have each personalized their Fits with such modifications as aerodynamic body kits, wheels, suspension and audio-system upgrades, custom paint jobs and more. Photos, video and animated GIFs of the transformations in progress have been posted throughout the campaign at hondaloves.tumblr.com, where fans can like or reblog posts to cast their votes. This effort continues to be promoted on automobiles.honda.com, in Honda newsletters and on social media.

After viewing all of the vehicle displays at the 2014 SEMA Show, attendees with media credentials are also invited to celebrate at the second annual “Honda Soirée,” November 4, from 10:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m. at the Tao Nightclub inside The Venetian hotel complex.

Compiled by SEMA Editors

	Daigo Saito won the Formula DRIFT Round 7 season finale at Irwindale Speedway.

Formula DRIFT Round 7: Daigo Saito Wins Finale and Chris Forsberg is Crowned Champion

Formula DRIFT returned to Irwindale Speedway for the 2014 Pro Championship season finale, where Daigo Saito in the Achilles Radial Lexus SC430 took the event victory. Chris Forsberg in the Hankook Tire Nissan 370Z won his second career championship. Round 7: Final Fight featured the Pro Championship, PRO 2 Championship, Offset Kings car show and more.

Entering the event, Forsberg led the Pro Championship chase by 26 points. As the competition progressed through the night both Fredric Aasbo and Forsberg would meet in the Top 4 to control their championship destiny. Aasbo in one of the tightest battles of the evening got the better of Forsberg for the fourth time this season in head-to-head battles, yet he needed to win the entire event to win the championship.

The No. 1 qualifier, Forrest Wang in the Get Nuts Lab/Hankook/STR Racing Nissan S14 went against Daigo Saito in the Top 4. In a close battle, Saito edged out Wang to make it into the Finals against Aasbo. In another closely fought battle, Saito beat out Aasbo, to win his third consecutive victory at Irwindale Speedway, having won the event in 2012 and 2013, and helping to award Forsberg with his second Pro Championship.

	The 2014 NMCA WEST Flowmaster Drag Racing Series ends October 24–26, at the recently reopened Auto Club Dragway in Fontana, California.

Auto Club Dragway to Host the Biggest NMCA WEST Drag Race and Autocross Event of the Year

The 2014 NMCA WEST Flowmaster Drag Racing Series ends with a giant drag race and autocross, October 24–26, at the recently reopened Auto Club Dragway in Fontana, California. The third-annual Unlimited Products NMCA WEST World Street Finals is the last event of the year where race teams will battle it out on the drag strip to get the points they need to win the end-of-the-year championship. Events include the Garrett Turbo Pro Mod cars, TREMEC True Street class, Edelbrock Super Quick, ProCharger Street Outlaw, Granatelli Motor Sports Mustang Madness, FSC Pro Comp, Calvert Racing Quick Street and Mickey Thompson True 10.5.

35 Events to Fill PRI Race Industry Week Schedule

The 27th annual Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show will run from December 11–13, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, but starting December 9, attendees can interact with experts from around the racing industry via conferences, seminars and other events.

Six major events will take place in conjunction with this year’s Show: The Advanced Engineering and Technology Conference (AETC), the International Council of Motorsport Sciences (ICMS) Annual Congress, Claude Rouelle’s OptimumG Vehicle Dynamics & Data Acquisition seminar, the Race Track Business Conference, Education Day organized by SEMA’s Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC); and the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow National Championship. In addition, PRI Management Seminars will help provide proven, practical strategies on motorsports marketing, small business management, race engine business operations and opportunities in the vintage racing market.

Compiled by SEMA Editors

	Daigo Saito won the Formula DRIFT Round 7 season finale at Irwindale Speedway.

Formula DRIFT Round 7: Daigo Saito Wins Finale and Chris Forsberg is Crowned Champion

Formula DRIFT returned to Irwindale Speedway for the 2014 Pro Championship season finale, where Daigo Saito in the Achilles Radial Lexus SC430 took the event victory. Chris Forsberg in the Hankook Tire Nissan 370Z won his second career championship. Round 7: Final Fight featured the Pro Championship, PRO 2 Championship, Offset Kings car show and more.

Entering the event, Forsberg led the Pro Championship chase by 26 points. As the competition progressed through the night both Fredric Aasbo and Forsberg would meet in the Top 4 to control their championship destiny. Aasbo in one of the tightest battles of the evening got the better of Forsberg for the fourth time this season in head-to-head battles, yet he needed to win the entire event to win the championship.

The No. 1 qualifier, Forrest Wang in the Get Nuts Lab/Hankook/STR Racing Nissan S14 went against Daigo Saito in the Top 4. In a close battle, Saito edged out Wang to make it into the Finals against Aasbo. In another closely fought battle, Saito beat out Aasbo, to win his third consecutive victory at Irwindale Speedway, having won the event in 2012 and 2013, and helping to award Forsberg with his second Pro Championship.

	The 2014 NMCA WEST Flowmaster Drag Racing Series ends October 24–26, at the recently reopened Auto Club Dragway in Fontana, California.

Auto Club Dragway to Host the Biggest NMCA WEST Drag Race and Autocross Event of the Year

The 2014 NMCA WEST Flowmaster Drag Racing Series ends with a giant drag race and autocross, October 24–26, at the recently reopened Auto Club Dragway in Fontana, California. The third-annual Unlimited Products NMCA WEST World Street Finals is the last event of the year where race teams will battle it out on the drag strip to get the points they need to win the end-of-the-year championship. Events include the Garrett Turbo Pro Mod cars, TREMEC True Street class, Edelbrock Super Quick, ProCharger Street Outlaw, Granatelli Motor Sports Mustang Madness, FSC Pro Comp, Calvert Racing Quick Street and Mickey Thompson True 10.5.

35 Events to Fill PRI Race Industry Week Schedule

The 27th annual Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show will run from December 11–13, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, but starting December 9, attendees can interact with experts from around the racing industry via conferences, seminars and other events.

Six major events will take place in conjunction with this year’s Show: The Advanced Engineering and Technology Conference (AETC), the International Council of Motorsport Sciences (ICMS) Annual Congress, Claude Rouelle’s OptimumG Vehicle Dynamics & Data Acquisition seminar, the Race Track Business Conference, Education Day organized by SEMA’s Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC); and the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow National Championship. In addition, PRI Management Seminars will help provide proven, practical strategies on motorsports marketing, small business management, race engine business operations and opportunities in the vintage racing market.