While hundreds of hardware and software solutions emerge on the market each year angling for your PC productivity dollar, only a small percentage offer significant gains. Here's a sampling of la creme de la creme—PC productivity tools that will leave you wondering how you ever got along without them.

By 1972, the handwriting was on the wall: musclecars were a dying breed. Performance enthusiasts—and the magazines they read—were looking for new ways to have fun with cars. That's how this tidy little Datsun 510 wound up in Hot Rod magazine.

More members of Congress than ever are aligning themselves with the Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus, a bipartisan group of federal lawmakers on Capitol Hill established to raise awareness of the economic importance of the automotive specialty-equipment industry.

	SEMA members can save on both U.S. and international shipping costs by taking advantage of the SEMA Freight Savings Plan.

More and more automotive specialty-equipment companies are beginning to grow their business through international trade. After all the research and preparation, the amount and variety of paperwork required for international shipping can seem daunting. That’s why FedEx has assembled information and resources to make it easier. Check out FedEx international services and tools at fedex.com/international.

You can now save time and money by submitting your trade documents electronically. FedEx Electronic Trade Documents allow you to upload your own trade documents or use FedEx-generated ones. You’ll save time because you won’t have to sign, fold, stuff and attach customs documents to each shipment. You’ll save money on paper, energy and printing costs. You’ll also get a head start on customs clearance. By submitting your documents ahead of your shipment, you’ll reduce your chance of customs delays.

SEMA members can save on both U.S. and international shipping costs by taking advantage of the SEMA Freight Savings Plan. For more information, contact service provider, Siriani, at 800/554-0005 or go to www.siriani.com/semafsp.

	SEMA members can save on both U.S. and international shipping costs by taking advantage of the SEMA Freight Savings Plan.

More and more automotive specialty-equipment companies are beginning to grow their business through international trade. After all the research and preparation, the amount and variety of paperwork required for international shipping can seem daunting. That’s why FedEx has assembled information and resources to make it easier. Check out FedEx international services and tools at fedex.com/international.

You can now save time and money by submitting your trade documents electronically. FedEx Electronic Trade Documents allow you to upload your own trade documents or use FedEx-generated ones. You’ll save time because you won’t have to sign, fold, stuff and attach customs documents to each shipment. You’ll save money on paper, energy and printing costs. You’ll also get a head start on customs clearance. By submitting your documents ahead of your shipment, you’ll reduce your chance of customs delays.

SEMA members can save on both U.S. and international shipping costs by taking advantage of the SEMA Freight Savings Plan. For more information, contact service provider, Siriani, at 800/554-0005 or go to www.siriani.com/semafsp.

	The 2010 SEMA Show will feature more than 1,800 exhibitors in 12 specific business categories.

You don't have to wait for the opening of the 2010 SEMA Show on November 2 to view the featured exhibitors, special exhibits and related Show activities in Las Vegas. The online floorplan is active now! Click here to begin your SEMA Show experience today. The interactive floorplan features exhibitors (listed first), a Show activity schedule and a calendar.

The 2010 SEMA Show will host more than 1,800 exhibitors in 12 specific business categories. As of September 9, featured exhibitors for the 2010 Show include:

ABRA Auto Body & Glass
Ace Precision International
Adaptronic Engine Management
Aeolus Tyre
Akrapovic
Alliance Tire Group
Allied Wheel Components/Raceline
Al's Liner
American Racing Headers
AMSOIL
Andersen Manufacturing
Apache
Arista International
ARS Global Guiding
Ascend Industries
ATEQ
Auburn Gear
The Auto Bolt Company
Automotive Aftermarket Training
AutomotiveSpecialtyTool.net
AutoTrader Classics
Baer Brake Systems
Baja Designs/Soltek Light Systems
Balansmatic
Baldhead Cabinet
BASF
BDS Suspension
BGF Industries
Blaster
Bob Bondurant School of HPD
BrakeQuip
Calcana USA
Campro Designs
Car Tex
CAR-O-LINER
Chrome Specialty Car Insurance
Classic Automotive Restoration Specialists
ClassicCarDatabase.com
Coast to Coast International
Convert-A-Ball
Covercraft
Cross Tread Industries
Curt Manufacturing
D.C. Power Engineering
DCI Performance Products
Diamond Eye Performance/MPE Performance
DRIFT Performance Products
The Drive Shaft Shop
DriveNTalk
Dynojet Research
EBC Brakes USA
Energy Safe Technologies
Escort/Beltronics Radar Detectors
Evans Cooling Systems
Evolution Insurance Brokers
Expert Auto Engineers
EZ Cut CNC
FARO
Fuel Doctor
Full Throttle Video
Gear Vendors Overdrive
GGB Bearing Technology
Goff's Enterprises
Golight
Got2bwireless
Greenball
Guangzhou Yichenglong Car Accessories
Hercules Tire
The High Ground of Texas
High Performance Gear
Hope Global
HORN GmbH & Co.
HP Tuners
Hybrid Coating Technologies
I-CAR
Ingersoll Rand
Innovative Vehicle Solutions
J K Tyre & Industries
Joe Gibbs Driven Racing Oil
JustParts.com
Lasermask
Lawson Industries
Legendary Auto Interiors
Lifetime Oil Filter
Lincoln Electric
Lithionics Battery
Little Boys Off Road Toys
LLumar
M55 Bike Hungary
MACH Software
MAXTRAX
MDM Marketing
Metra Electronics
Milner Motors
Mo-Clamp
Morris Classic Concepts
Motevo Mobile Media
Mountain Off Road
MSD Ignition
MUTOH
net Driven
Nexen Tire America
Oilchangestickers.com
Opses
Parker Hannifin Corp./Tiresaver
Parker Ionics
Pegasus Trailers
Permanon USA
PIAA Corporation
Pittman Outdoors "AirBedz"
PPG Automotive Refinish
Precision Cutting Systems
Prime 1 Ramps
Pure Power! Lifetime Filters
Qingdao MDL Manufacturing
Quick Draw Store
R/A Profit$
Rage Powersport Products
Retail Control Systems
Revtek Suspension
Rhino-Rack USA
Rigid Industries
Road Magnet Performance Springs
Roadside Safety Supply
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC
Romik
Rosen Entertainment Systems
SeatSnug/CG-Lock
Seattle Tool
SellinaMinute.com
Seneca Foundry
Shoot Suit-Detro-R&H Products
SilverHorse Racing
Sizeitup Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide
SLP Performance Parts
Sonax
SoundOff Signal
Speedways Rubber
Sprayzone.net
SpringTools
Sprint Booster USA
Sprintex Superchargers
Standard Infrared
Stratasys Dimension 3D Printers
Sumec Group
Summit Software and Mobile Solutions
Superlift Suspension Systems
Swivel Storage Solutions
TCA Toolstorage
Techking Tires Limited
TecMate North America
TECO
Thermo-Tec
TIGER Drylac Powder Coatings
TM Tyres
Turbosmart USA
Tyre World
Vehicle Inspection Systems
Wera Tools
Wheel Vintiques
Whiteline Automotive
Wintech Window Films
Wizards-RJ Star
World Products

	The 2010 SEMA Show will feature more than 1,800 exhibitors in 12 specific business categories.

You don't have to wait for the opening of the 2010 SEMA Show on November 2 to view the featured exhibitors, special exhibits and related Show activities in Las Vegas. The online floorplan is active now! Click here to begin your SEMA Show experience today. The interactive floorplan features exhibitors (listed first), a Show activity schedule and a calendar.

The 2010 SEMA Show will host more than 1,800 exhibitors in 12 specific business categories. As of September 9, featured exhibitors for the 2010 Show include:

ABRA Auto Body & Glass
Ace Precision International
Adaptronic Engine Management
Aeolus Tyre
Akrapovic
Alliance Tire Group
Allied Wheel Components/Raceline
Al's Liner
American Racing Headers
AMSOIL
Andersen Manufacturing
Apache
Arista International
ARS Global Guiding
Ascend Industries
ATEQ
Auburn Gear
The Auto Bolt Company
Automotive Aftermarket Training
AutomotiveSpecialtyTool.net
AutoTrader Classics
Baer Brake Systems
Baja Designs/Soltek Light Systems
Balansmatic
Baldhead Cabinet
BASF
BDS Suspension
BGF Industries
Blaster
Bob Bondurant School of HPD
BrakeQuip
Calcana USA
Campro Designs
Car Tex
CAR-O-LINER
Chrome Specialty Car Insurance
Classic Automotive Restoration Specialists
ClassicCarDatabase.com
Coast to Coast International
Convert-A-Ball
Covercraft
Cross Tread Industries
Curt Manufacturing
D.C. Power Engineering
DCI Performance Products
Diamond Eye Performance/MPE Performance
DRIFT Performance Products
The Drive Shaft Shop
DriveNTalk
Dynojet Research
EBC Brakes USA
Energy Safe Technologies
Escort/Beltronics Radar Detectors
Evans Cooling Systems
Evolution Insurance Brokers
Expert Auto Engineers
EZ Cut CNC
FARO
Fuel Doctor
Full Throttle Video
Gear Vendors Overdrive
GGB Bearing Technology
Goff's Enterprises
Golight
Got2bwireless
Greenball
Guangzhou Yichenglong Car Accessories
Hercules Tire
The High Ground of Texas
High Performance Gear
Hope Global
HORN GmbH & Co.
HP Tuners
Hybrid Coating Technologies
I-CAR
Ingersoll Rand
Innovative Vehicle Solutions
J K Tyre & Industries
Joe Gibbs Driven Racing Oil
JustParts.com
Lasermask
Lawson Industries
Legendary Auto Interiors
Lifetime Oil Filter
Lincoln Electric
Lithionics Battery
Little Boys Off Road Toys
LLumar
M55 Bike Hungary
MACH Software
MAXTRAX
MDM Marketing
Metra Electronics
Milner Motors
Mo-Clamp
Morris Classic Concepts
Motevo Mobile Media
Mountain Off Road
MSD Ignition
MUTOH
net Driven
Nexen Tire America
Oilchangestickers.com
Opses
Parker Hannifin Corp./Tiresaver
Parker Ionics
Pegasus Trailers
Permanon USA
PIAA Corporation
Pittman Outdoors "AirBedz"
PPG Automotive Refinish
Precision Cutting Systems
Prime 1 Ramps
Pure Power! Lifetime Filters
Qingdao MDL Manufacturing
Quick Draw Store
R/A Profit$
Rage Powersport Products
Retail Control Systems
Revtek Suspension
Rhino-Rack USA
Rigid Industries
Road Magnet Performance Springs
Roadside Safety Supply
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC
Romik
Rosen Entertainment Systems
SeatSnug/CG-Lock
Seattle Tool
SellinaMinute.com
Seneca Foundry
Shoot Suit-Detro-R&H Products
SilverHorse Racing
Sizeitup Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide
SLP Performance Parts
Sonax
SoundOff Signal
Speedways Rubber
Sprayzone.net
SpringTools
Sprint Booster USA
Sprintex Superchargers
Standard Infrared
Stratasys Dimension 3D Printers
Sumec Group
Summit Software and Mobile Solutions
Superlift Suspension Systems
Swivel Storage Solutions
TCA Toolstorage
Techking Tires Limited
TecMate North America
TECO
Thermo-Tec
TIGER Drylac Powder Coatings
TM Tyres
Turbosmart USA
Tyre World
Vehicle Inspection Systems
Wera Tools
Wheel Vintiques
Whiteline Automotive
Wintech Window Films
Wizards-RJ Star
World Products

	The cover of Hot Rod magazine's December 2010 issue, along with similar cover treatments among publisher Source Interlink Media's titles, will help raise awareness of legislative issues affecting all automotive enthusiasts.

Source Interlink Media, publisher of automotive specialty niche brands with more than 50 titles and 60 websites, is devoting each of its performance automotive group publication titles to the laws and regulations affecting the enjoyment of the automotive hobby. The themed issues are scheduled to hit newsstands in September and October—in time for the November 2010 elections—and will encourage the nearly 50 million readers to exercise their right to be heard.

“We are again at an election crossroads in which many voters are seeking change,” said Doug Evans, Source Interlink Media’s senior vice president and group publisher, performance automotive group. “These issues of our automotive magazines will give our readers an opportunity to consider how actions being taken by federal and state lawmakers impact the auto enthusiast. The need for the enthusiast community to stay informed and become involved is greater than ever. From emissions to auto equipment standards, the government is making decisions about your current and future car.”

The topic is not limited to Washington. While the federal government imposes rules for basic vehicle safety and emissions equipment, most other issues are handled at the state and local levels. From titling and registration to emissions inspection and maintenance and equipment standards, all motor vehicles and motorcycle enthusiasts are subject to decisions made by their state and local officials.

“The people who love musclecars, hot rods, street rods, tuners, replicas, off-road trucks and many other varieties of automotive pursuits are as diverse as the country in which we live,” said SEMA Board Chairman Rick Rollins. “We must work to protect our automotive passions from unnecessary, unfair or well-intentioned but poorly written laws and regulations. Fortunately, we live in a country where we can still make a difference in how we are governed.

"Our greatest tool in making that difference is our voice. By speaking out on issues that concern the automotive hobby, contacting our representatives and working constructively with government officials, we have the power to protect our passion and keep it safe for future generations of auto hobbyists and enthusiasts.”

The future of the hobby depends on those who enjoy it. The ballot box is one venue for making views known. Enthusiasts can also work collectively by joining the SEMA Action Network (SAN), which is a partnership between enthusiasts, car clubs and members of the specialty auto parts industry in the United States and Canada who have pledged to join forces in support of legislative solutions for the auto hobby. It’s free to join and the SAN keeps you informed about pending legislation and regulations—both good and bad—that will impact your state or the entire country.

“We are the destination for millions of enthusiasts and consumers looking to find anything and everything about their enthusiast lifestyle,” Evans added. “Nowhere else can you find more powerful and credible brands specifically targeted to the needs and passions of our readers. We owe it to these dedicated readers to let them know about the threats to their hobby and solutions they can help enact to protect it.”

	The cover of Hot Rod magazine's December 2010 issue, along with similar cover treatments among publisher Source Interlink Media's titles, will help raise awareness of legislative issues affecting all automotive enthusiasts.

Source Interlink Media, publisher of automotive specialty niche brands with more than 50 titles and 60 websites, is devoting each of its performance automotive group publication titles to the laws and regulations affecting the enjoyment of the automotive hobby. The themed issues are scheduled to hit newsstands in September and October—in time for the November 2010 elections—and will encourage the nearly 50 million readers to exercise their right to be heard.

“We are again at an election crossroads in which many voters are seeking change,” said Doug Evans, Source Interlink Media’s senior vice president and group publisher, performance automotive group. “These issues of our automotive magazines will give our readers an opportunity to consider how actions being taken by federal and state lawmakers impact the auto enthusiast. The need for the enthusiast community to stay informed and become involved is greater than ever. From emissions to auto equipment standards, the government is making decisions about your current and future car.”

The topic is not limited to Washington. While the federal government imposes rules for basic vehicle safety and emissions equipment, most other issues are handled at the state and local levels. From titling and registration to emissions inspection and maintenance and equipment standards, all motor vehicles and motorcycle enthusiasts are subject to decisions made by their state and local officials.

“The people who love musclecars, hot rods, street rods, tuners, replicas, off-road trucks and many other varieties of automotive pursuits are as diverse as the country in which we live,” said SEMA Board Chairman Rick Rollins. “We must work to protect our automotive passions from unnecessary, unfair or well-intentioned but poorly written laws and regulations. Fortunately, we live in a country where we can still make a difference in how we are governed.

"Our greatest tool in making that difference is our voice. By speaking out on issues that concern the automotive hobby, contacting our representatives and working constructively with government officials, we have the power to protect our passion and keep it safe for future generations of auto hobbyists and enthusiasts.”

The future of the hobby depends on those who enjoy it. The ballot box is one venue for making views known. Enthusiasts can also work collectively by joining the SEMA Action Network (SAN), which is a partnership between enthusiasts, car clubs and members of the specialty auto parts industry in the United States and Canada who have pledged to join forces in support of legislative solutions for the auto hobby. It’s free to join and the SAN keeps you informed about pending legislation and regulations—both good and bad—that will impact your state or the entire country.

“We are the destination for millions of enthusiasts and consumers looking to find anything and everything about their enthusiast lifestyle,” Evans added. “Nowhere else can you find more powerful and credible brands specifically targeted to the needs and passions of our readers. We owe it to these dedicated readers to let them know about the threats to their hobby and solutions they can help enact to protect it.”

	The cover of Hot Rod magazine's December 2010 issue, along with similar cover treatments among publisher Source Interlink Media's titles, will help raise awareness of legislative issues affecting all automotive enthusiasts.

Source Interlink Media, publisher of automotive specialty niche brands with more than 50 titles and 60 websites, is devoting each of its performance automotive group publication titles to the laws and regulations affecting the enjoyment of the automotive hobby. The themed issues are scheduled to hit newsstands in September and October—in time for the November 2010 elections—and will encourage the nearly 50 million readers to exercise their right to be heard.

“We are again at an election crossroads in which many voters are seeking change,” said Doug Evans, Source Interlink Media’s senior vice president and group publisher, performance automotive group. “These issues of our automotive magazines will give our readers an opportunity to consider how actions being taken by federal and state lawmakers impact the auto enthusiast. The need for the enthusiast community to stay informed and become involved is greater than ever. From emissions to auto equipment standards, the government is making decisions about your current and future car.”

The topic is not limited to Washington. While the federal government imposes rules for basic vehicle safety and emissions equipment, most other issues are handled at the state and local levels. From titling and registration to emissions inspection and maintenance and equipment standards, all motor vehicles and motorcycle enthusiasts are subject to decisions made by their state and local officials.

“The people who love musclecars, hot rods, street rods, tuners, replicas, off-road trucks and many other varieties of automotive pursuits are as diverse as the country in which we live,” said SEMA Board Chairman Rick Rollins. “We must work to protect our automotive passions from unnecessary, unfair or well-intentioned but poorly written laws and regulations. Fortunately, we live in a country where we can still make a difference in how we are governed.

"Our greatest tool in making that difference is our voice. By speaking out on issues that concern the automotive hobby, contacting our representatives and working constructively with government officials, we have the power to protect our passion and keep it safe for future generations of auto hobbyists and enthusiasts.”

The future of the hobby depends on those who enjoy it. The ballot box is one venue for making views known. Enthusiasts can also work collectively by joining the SEMA Action Network (SAN), which is a partnership between enthusiasts, car clubs and members of the specialty auto parts industry in the United States and Canada who have pledged to join forces in support of legislative solutions for the auto hobby. It’s free to join and the SAN keeps you informed about pending legislation and regulations—both good and bad—that will impact your state or the entire country.

“We are the destination for millions of enthusiasts and consumers looking to find anything and everything about their enthusiast lifestyle,” Evans added. “Nowhere else can you find more powerful and credible brands specifically targeted to the needs and passions of our readers. We owe it to these dedicated readers to let them know about the threats to their hobby and solutions they can help enact to protect it.”