PRO Garage participants will take part in hands-on training sessions and demonstrations that cover critical growth markets, such as custom interiors, heated seats, mobile electronics, paint protection, window film, sunroofs and more.

As one of the industry's key market segments, the restyling industry is on track to make a strong presence at the 2012 SEMA Show taking place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.

The Restyling & Car Care Accessories area of the 2012 SEMA Show will feature more than 300 companies, including manufacturers of seat covers, dash covers, floor mats, sunroofs and much more.

“The restyling market focuses on the appearance of a vehicle,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of communications and events. “The industry is filled with products that enhance the styling and appearance of cars, trucks and SUVs. It really is the foundation of what we consider to be fashion for the automotive industry.”

Restyling is among the SEMA Show’s most active areas. The section has traditionally represented one of the SEMA Show’s top three largest sections, along with Racing & Performance; Trucks, SUVs & Off-Road; and Global Tire Expo – Powered by TIA. With 300-plus exhibitors confirmed for the 2012 Show, this year’s Show marks a record high for the restyling area.

“New car owners like to personalize their vehicles and make it their own,” said MacGillivray. “In addition, many vehicle owners are keeping their cars and trucks longer and often update the look with new seats or floor mats. It’s easy to see why there’s so much interest and activity in this market segment.”

As the number of exhibitors showcasing products in the area goes up, so does the interest from independent installers and restylers. Throughout SEMA Show week are a number of programs and activities specifically targeting restyling professionals.

Spearheaded by the Professional Restylers Organization (PRO)—a SEMA council—activities include a PRO Reception where industry professionals gather and network with one another. Also hosted by PRO is the PRO Garage. The all-new event is part of the Technical Skills & Training Conference (TSTC) taking place Thursday, November 1. Participants will take part in hands-on training sessions and demonstrations that cover critical growth markets, such as custom interiors, heated seats, mobile electronics, paint protection, window film, sunroofs and more.

To learn more about the 2012 SEMA Show and the activities specifically for the restyling industry, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

PRO Garage participants will take part in hands-on training sessions and demonstrations that cover critical growth markets, such as custom interiors, heated seats, mobile electronics, paint protection, window film, sunroofs and more.

As one of the industry's key market segments, the restyling industry is on track to make a strong presence at the 2012 SEMA Show taking place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.

The Restyling & Car Care Accessories area of the 2012 SEMA Show will feature more than 300 companies, including manufacturers of seat covers, dash covers, floor mats, sunroofs and much more.

“The restyling market focuses on the appearance of a vehicle,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of communications and events. “The industry is filled with products that enhance the styling and appearance of cars, trucks and SUVs. It really is the foundation of what we consider to be fashion for the automotive industry.”

Restyling is among the SEMA Show’s most active areas. The section has traditionally represented one of the SEMA Show’s top three largest sections, along with Racing & Performance; Trucks, SUVs & Off-Road; and Global Tire Expo – Powered by TIA. With 300-plus exhibitors confirmed for the 2012 Show, this year’s Show marks a record high for the restyling area.

“New car owners like to personalize their vehicles and make it their own,” said MacGillivray. “In addition, many vehicle owners are keeping their cars and trucks longer and often update the look with new seats or floor mats. It’s easy to see why there’s so much interest and activity in this market segment.”

As the number of exhibitors showcasing products in the area goes up, so does the interest from independent installers and restylers. Throughout SEMA Show week are a number of programs and activities specifically targeting restyling professionals.

Spearheaded by the Professional Restylers Organization (PRO)—a SEMA council—activities include a PRO Reception where industry professionals gather and network with one another. Also hosted by PRO is the PRO Garage. The all-new event is part of the Technical Skills & Training Conference (TSTC) taking place Thursday, November 1. Participants will take part in hands-on training sessions and demonstrations that cover critical growth markets, such as custom interiors, heated seats, mobile electronics, paint protection, window film, sunroofs and more.

To learn more about the 2012 SEMA Show and the activities specifically for the restyling industry, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

PRO Garage participants will take part in hands-on training sessions and demonstrations that cover critical growth markets, such as custom interiors, heated seats, mobile electronics, paint protection, window film, sunroofs and more.

As one of the industry's key market segments, the restyling industry is on track to make a strong presence at the 2012 SEMA Show taking place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.

The Restyling & Car Care Accessories area of the 2012 SEMA Show will feature more than 300 companies, including manufacturers of seat covers, dash covers, floor mats, sunroofs and much more.

“The restyling market focuses on the appearance of a vehicle,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of communications and events. “The industry is filled with products that enhance the styling and appearance of cars, trucks and SUVs. It really is the foundation of what we consider to be fashion for the automotive industry.”

Restyling is among the SEMA Show’s most active areas. The section has traditionally represented one of the SEMA Show’s top three largest sections, along with Racing & Performance; Trucks, SUVs & Off-Road; and Global Tire Expo – Powered by TIA. With 300-plus exhibitors confirmed for the 2012 Show, this year’s Show marks a record high for the restyling area.

“New car owners like to personalize their vehicles and make it their own,” said MacGillivray. “In addition, many vehicle owners are keeping their cars and trucks longer and often update the look with new seats or floor mats. It’s easy to see why there’s so much interest and activity in this market segment.”

As the number of exhibitors showcasing products in the area goes up, so does the interest from independent installers and restylers. Throughout SEMA Show week are a number of programs and activities specifically targeting restyling professionals.

Spearheaded by the Professional Restylers Organization (PRO)—a SEMA council—activities include a PRO Reception where industry professionals gather and network with one another. Also hosted by PRO is the PRO Garage. The all-new event is part of the Technical Skills & Training Conference (TSTC) taking place Thursday, November 1. Participants will take part in hands-on training sessions and demonstrations that cover critical growth markets, such as custom interiors, heated seats, mobile electronics, paint protection, window film, sunroofs and more.

To learn more about the 2012 SEMA Show and the activities specifically for the restyling industry, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

	The SEMA Mustang Build Powered By Women will debut in the Ford Motor Co. booth at the SEMA Show, Tuesday, October 30, at 10:00 a.m.

The SEMA Mustang Build Powered By Women, better known as “High Gear,” will debut in the Ford Motor Co. booth, Tuesday, October 30, at 10:00 a.m.—the opening day of the 2012 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The ’13 Mustang GT made national headlines during the summer when more than 40 women volunteered their time and expertise to customize the vehicle in less than two months. Immediately after the unveiling, the vehicle will be auctioned to raise money for the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. Details about the auction are available at www.sema.org/auctions.

“The SEMA Mustang Build is truly inspiring,” said Marla Moore, SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) chair. “The SBN is honored to host this historic project. We’re now excited to unveil and share the final creation with the industry at the upcoming SEMA Show.”

The SBN launched the project to showcase the talented women of the automotive industry. With SEMA and Ford Motor Co. teaming up for the build, an additional 40-plus SEMA-member companies donated products and services, which include custom paint, customize wheels, a custom leather interior, high-performance suspension and a new supercharger autographed by industry legend Vic Edelbrock.

“This project could not have happened without the amazing support between SEMA, Ford Motor Co., Source Interlink Media, along with the many manufacturers who provided product for the Mustang and our awesome women build team members,” said Rose Kawasaki, SBN Vehicle Build Task Force chair.

“This project has confirmed the fact that there are a group of passionate female enthusiasts in the automotive industry, and this was an ideal undertaking to showcase the talent of women in our industry,” said Doug Evans, executive vice president for Source Interlink Media (SIM). SIM, which publishes dozens of leading automotive publications, including Hot Rod magazine, was an active partner in the SEMA Mustang Build, which hosted much of the build at its headquarters in El Segundo, California.

More information can be found on the SEMA Mustang Build website, or contact the vehicle build project manager—Senior Manager of Councils Bryan Harrison at BryanH@sema.org or 909-978-6691.

	The SEMA Mustang Build Powered By Women will debut in the Ford Motor Co. booth at the SEMA Show, Tuesday, October 30, at 10:00 a.m.

The SEMA Mustang Build Powered By Women, better known as “High Gear,” will debut in the Ford Motor Co. booth, Tuesday, October 30, at 10:00 a.m.—the opening day of the 2012 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The ’13 Mustang GT made national headlines during the summer when more than 40 women volunteered their time and expertise to customize the vehicle in less than two months. Immediately after the unveiling, the vehicle will be auctioned to raise money for the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. Details about the auction are available at www.sema.org/auctions.

“The SEMA Mustang Build is truly inspiring,” said Marla Moore, SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) chair. “The SBN is honored to host this historic project. We’re now excited to unveil and share the final creation with the industry at the upcoming SEMA Show.”

The SBN launched the project to showcase the talented women of the automotive industry. With SEMA and Ford Motor Co. teaming up for the build, an additional 40-plus SEMA-member companies donated products and services, which include custom paint, customize wheels, a custom leather interior, high-performance suspension and a new supercharger autographed by industry legend Vic Edelbrock.

“This project could not have happened without the amazing support between SEMA, Ford Motor Co., Source Interlink Media, along with the many manufacturers who provided product for the Mustang and our awesome women build team members,” said Rose Kawasaki, SBN Vehicle Build Task Force chair.

“This project has confirmed the fact that there are a group of passionate female enthusiasts in the automotive industry, and this was an ideal undertaking to showcase the talent of women in our industry,” said Doug Evans, executive vice president for Source Interlink Media (SIM). SIM, which publishes dozens of leading automotive publications, including Hot Rod magazine, was an active partner in the SEMA Mustang Build, which hosted much of the build at its headquarters in El Segundo, California.

More information can be found on the SEMA Mustang Build website, or contact the vehicle build project manager—Senior Manager of Councils Bryan Harrison at BryanH@sema.org or 909-978-6691.

	The SEMA Mustang Build Powered By Women will debut in the Ford Motor Co. booth at the SEMA Show, Tuesday, October 30, at 10:00 a.m.

The SEMA Mustang Build Powered By Women, better known as “High Gear,” will debut in the Ford Motor Co. booth, Tuesday, October 30, at 10:00 a.m.—the opening day of the 2012 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The ’13 Mustang GT made national headlines during the summer when more than 40 women volunteered their time and expertise to customize the vehicle in less than two months. Immediately after the unveiling, the vehicle will be auctioned to raise money for the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. Details about the auction are available at www.sema.org/auctions.

“The SEMA Mustang Build is truly inspiring,” said Marla Moore, SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) chair. “The SBN is honored to host this historic project. We’re now excited to unveil and share the final creation with the industry at the upcoming SEMA Show.”

The SBN launched the project to showcase the talented women of the automotive industry. With SEMA and Ford Motor Co. teaming up for the build, an additional 40-plus SEMA-member companies donated products and services, which include custom paint, customize wheels, a custom leather interior, high-performance suspension and a new supercharger autographed by industry legend Vic Edelbrock.

“This project could not have happened without the amazing support between SEMA, Ford Motor Co., Source Interlink Media, along with the many manufacturers who provided product for the Mustang and our awesome women build team members,” said Rose Kawasaki, SBN Vehicle Build Task Force chair.

“This project has confirmed the fact that there are a group of passionate female enthusiasts in the automotive industry, and this was an ideal undertaking to showcase the talent of women in our industry,” said Doug Evans, executive vice president for Source Interlink Media (SIM). SIM, which publishes dozens of leading automotive publications, including Hot Rod magazine, was an active partner in the SEMA Mustang Build, which hosted much of the build at its headquarters in El Segundo, California.

More information can be found on the SEMA Mustang Build website, or contact the vehicle build project manager—Senior Manager of Councils Bryan Harrison at BryanH@sema.org or 909-978-6691.

The all-new ’13 RAM 1500 SEMA Measuring Session will be held October 23, 2012, from 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. at QEK in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

The all-new ’13 RAM 1500 SEMA Measuring Session will be held October 23, 2012, from 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. at QEK in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

	The 2012 SEMA Show education days feature several comprehensive conferences focused on specific topics, dozens of product trainings and more than 50 free sessions.

As the industry evolves and businesses seek to work smarter, the 2012 SEMA Show education days feature several comprehensive conferences focused on specific topics, dozens of product trainings and more than 50 free sessions.

“Cutting-edge education has always been a primary staple of the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of communications and events. “As the industry's largest gathering, we bring leading experts to the SEMA Show to help the industry learn new skills and strategies.”

The educational program begins the day before the SEMA Show officially opens, making it easy for attendees to come in and take part in the program without interfering with time to meet with business partners. The seminars continue throughout the week, with courses taking place in the morning before the Show floor opens and during the day.

“We vary the offerings to make it as easy and convenient for Showgoers to participate in the seminars,” said MacGillivray.

Most of the seminars are available to Showgoers at no cost and focus on general industry business issues, including management, sales, customer service, online marketing, technology, app development and more. Courses available in niche-specific tracks, such as tires, wheels and tires, mobile electronics, and powersports, make it simple for professionals in the respective markets to identify the sessions that are most relevant to their needs.

New for 2012 is the Off-Road Success Center, presented by OMIX-Rugged Ridge, where attendees will learn all about the dynamic Jeep and off-road lifestyle market. The program features a cast of speakers and case studies as part of twice-daily business seminar series. Check out the seminar schedule, all available free of charge.

Additionally, many exhibiting manufacturers host product training seminars where participants can see and hear firsthand about a product's technical applications. While the product trainings take place throughout the week, more than 12 members of the Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) have joined together to present the Technical Skills & Training Conference (TSTC), Thursday, November 1. During the TSTC, attendees will take part in hands-on training sessions and demonstrations that cover critical growth markets, such as custom interiors, heated seats, mobile electronics, paint protection, window film, sunroofs and more. The product trainings taking place throughout the week and the TSTC are both available to Showgoers at no cost.

Topic-specific conferences are also available at a low cost. These programs target online marketing professionals, auto dealers and those in the collision-repair market.

“When businesses work smarter, the entire industry benefits,” said MacGillivray. “While the majority of our educational program is available to showgoers at no cost, there are a few exceptions. The fee-based programs are typically very comprehensive and are much more involved—and the cost still remains minimal.”

The SEMA Show is a trade-only event for the automotive specialty equipment industry. The event takes place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, 2012, in Las Vegas. Details about the SEMA Show education program is available at www.SEMAShow.com/education.

	The 2012 SEMA Show education days feature several comprehensive conferences focused on specific topics, dozens of product trainings and more than 50 free sessions.

As the industry evolves and businesses seek to work smarter, the 2012 SEMA Show education days feature several comprehensive conferences focused on specific topics, dozens of product trainings and more than 50 free sessions.

“Cutting-edge education has always been a primary staple of the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of communications and events. “As the industry's largest gathering, we bring leading experts to the SEMA Show to help the industry learn new skills and strategies.”

The educational program begins the day before the SEMA Show officially opens, making it easy for attendees to come in and take part in the program without interfering with time to meet with business partners. The seminars continue throughout the week, with courses taking place in the morning before the Show floor opens and during the day.

“We vary the offerings to make it as easy and convenient for Showgoers to participate in the seminars,” said MacGillivray.

Most of the seminars are available to Showgoers at no cost and focus on general industry business issues, including management, sales, customer service, online marketing, technology, app development and more. Courses available in niche-specific tracks, such as tires, wheels and tires, mobile electronics, and powersports, make it simple for professionals in the respective markets to identify the sessions that are most relevant to their needs.

New for 2012 is the Off-Road Success Center, presented by OMIX-Rugged Ridge, where attendees will learn all about the dynamic Jeep and off-road lifestyle market. The program features a cast of speakers and case studies as part of twice-daily business seminar series. Check out the seminar schedule, all available free of charge.

Additionally, many exhibiting manufacturers host product training seminars where participants can see and hear firsthand about a product's technical applications. While the product trainings take place throughout the week, more than 12 members of the Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) have joined together to present the Technical Skills & Training Conference (TSTC), Thursday, November 1. During the TSTC, attendees will take part in hands-on training sessions and demonstrations that cover critical growth markets, such as custom interiors, heated seats, mobile electronics, paint protection, window film, sunroofs and more. The product trainings taking place throughout the week and the TSTC are both available to Showgoers at no cost.

Topic-specific conferences are also available at a low cost. These programs target online marketing professionals, auto dealers and those in the collision-repair market.

“When businesses work smarter, the entire industry benefits,” said MacGillivray. “While the majority of our educational program is available to showgoers at no cost, there are a few exceptions. The fee-based programs are typically very comprehensive and are much more involved—and the cost still remains minimal.”

The SEMA Show is a trade-only event for the automotive specialty equipment industry. The event takes place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, 2012, in Las Vegas. Details about the SEMA Show education program is available at www.SEMAShow.com/education.