Strengthen Your Company Through Community

No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, reps, trucks or wheels and tires—there's a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of market-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular industry segment.

Visit TORA's website.

J.W. Speaker Model 8900 Evolution.

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics.

TORA 2015 Best New Products are Chosen at the SEMA Show

The annual New Products Awards are chosen by a panel of volunteer, non-manufacturing industry professionals within the Light Truck Accessory Association (TORA). The awards recognize innovation, product potential and consumer appeal in two categories: best under $500 and best over $500.

TORA Best New Product Under $500

J.W. Speaker designs and manufactures vehicle lighting systems for OEMs and aftermarket applications. The company was awarded with Best New Product Under $500 for its LED headlight, the “Model 8900 Evolution.” This LED headlight is a simple drop-in replacement for 5x7-in. headlights. The new design boasts a 30% increase in high-beam intensity, but uses less power. The Model 8900 Evolution features a die-cast aluminum housing and hard-coated polycarbonate lens for maximum durability. The LEDs and engineering optics produce a beam pattern for maximum visibility. For more information on the Model 8900 Evolution, visit J.W. Speaker’s website.

TORA Best New Product Over $500

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics are a new technology in the lighting industry. Starting with the patented Hybrid Spot Optic, the engineers at Rigid developed a transparent black polymer coating that darkens the look and feel of the optic during the day without significantly impacting their ability to light up the night. The result is a “blacked-out” look, from the face of the optics to the black screen-printed logos on black powder-coated housings with black anodized hardware. Midnight Edition Optics are available in three product lines (E-Series, D-Series and RDS-Series). For more information on the Midnight Edition Optics, visit Rigid Industries’ website.  

For more information on TORA, contact Clayton Drescher, council liaison, at 909-978-6696 or claytond@sema.org.

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New Vehicle Data Records Added to WTC Wheel Measurement Database 

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Strengthen Your Company Through Community

No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, reps, trucks or wheels and tires—there's a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of market-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular industry segment.

Visit TORA's website.

J.W. Speaker Model 8900 Evolution.

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics.

TORA 2015 Best New Products are Chosen at the SEMA Show

The annual New Products Awards are chosen by a panel of volunteer, non-manufacturing industry professionals within the Light Truck Accessory Association (TORA). The awards recognize innovation, product potential and consumer appeal in two categories: best under $500 and best over $500.

TORA Best New Product Under $500

J.W. Speaker designs and manufactures vehicle lighting systems for OEMs and aftermarket applications. The company was awarded with Best New Product Under $500 for its LED headlight, the “Model 8900 Evolution.” This LED headlight is a simple drop-in replacement for 5x7-in. headlights. The new design boasts a 30% increase in high-beam intensity, but uses less power. The Model 8900 Evolution features a die-cast aluminum housing and hard-coated polycarbonate lens for maximum durability. The LEDs and engineering optics produce a beam pattern for maximum visibility. For more information on the Model 8900 Evolution, visit J.W. Speaker’s website.

TORA Best New Product Over $500

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics are a new technology in the lighting industry. Starting with the patented Hybrid Spot Optic, the engineers at Rigid developed a transparent black polymer coating that darkens the look and feel of the optic during the day without significantly impacting their ability to light up the night. The result is a “blacked-out” look, from the face of the optics to the black screen-printed logos on black powder-coated housings with black anodized hardware. Midnight Edition Optics are available in three product lines (E-Series, D-Series and RDS-Series). For more information on the Midnight Edition Optics, visit Rigid Industries’ website.  

For more information on TORA, contact Clayton Drescher, council liaison, at 909-978-6696 or claytond@sema.org.

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Visit WTC's website.

New Vehicle Data Records Added to WTC Wheel Measurement Database 

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Strengthen Your Company Through Community

No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, reps, trucks or wheels and tires—there's a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of market-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular industry segment.

Visit TORA's website.

J.W. Speaker Model 8900 Evolution.

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics.

TORA 2015 Best New Products are Chosen at the SEMA Show

The annual New Products Awards are chosen by a panel of volunteer, non-manufacturing industry professionals within the Light Truck Accessory Association (TORA). The awards recognize innovation, product potential and consumer appeal in two categories: best under $500 and best over $500.

TORA Best New Product Under $500

J.W. Speaker designs and manufactures vehicle lighting systems for OEMs and aftermarket applications. The company was awarded with Best New Product Under $500 for its LED headlight, the “Model 8900 Evolution.” This LED headlight is a simple drop-in replacement for 5x7-in. headlights. The new design boasts a 30% increase in high-beam intensity, but uses less power. The Model 8900 Evolution features a die-cast aluminum housing and hard-coated polycarbonate lens for maximum durability. The LEDs and engineering optics produce a beam pattern for maximum visibility. For more information on the Model 8900 Evolution, visit J.W. Speaker’s website.

TORA Best New Product Over $500

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics are a new technology in the lighting industry. Starting with the patented Hybrid Spot Optic, the engineers at Rigid developed a transparent black polymer coating that darkens the look and feel of the optic during the day without significantly impacting their ability to light up the night. The result is a “blacked-out” look, from the face of the optics to the black screen-printed logos on black powder-coated housings with black anodized hardware. Midnight Edition Optics are available in three product lines (E-Series, D-Series and RDS-Series). For more information on the Midnight Edition Optics, visit Rigid Industries’ website.  

For more information on TORA, contact Clayton Drescher, council liaison, at 909-978-6696 or claytond@sema.org.

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Visit WTC's website.

New Vehicle Data Records Added to WTC Wheel Measurement Database 

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Strengthen Your Company Through Community

No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, reps, trucks or wheels and tires—there's a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of market-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular industry segment.

Visit TORA's website.

J.W. Speaker Model 8900 Evolution.

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics.

TORA 2015 Best New Products are Chosen at the SEMA Show

The annual New Products Awards are chosen by a panel of volunteer, non-manufacturing industry professionals within the Light Truck Accessory Association (TORA). The awards recognize innovation, product potential and consumer appeal in two categories: best under $500 and best over $500.

TORA Best New Product Under $500

J.W. Speaker designs and manufactures vehicle lighting systems for OEMs and aftermarket applications. The company was awarded with Best New Product Under $500 for its LED headlight, the “Model 8900 Evolution.” This LED headlight is a simple drop-in replacement for 5x7-in. headlights. The new design boasts a 30% increase in high-beam intensity, but uses less power. The Model 8900 Evolution features a die-cast aluminum housing and hard-coated polycarbonate lens for maximum durability. The LEDs and engineering optics produce a beam pattern for maximum visibility. For more information on the Model 8900 Evolution, visit J.W. Speaker’s website.

TORA Best New Product Over $500

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics are a new technology in the lighting industry. Starting with the patented Hybrid Spot Optic, the engineers at Rigid developed a transparent black polymer coating that darkens the look and feel of the optic during the day without significantly impacting their ability to light up the night. The result is a “blacked-out” look, from the face of the optics to the black screen-printed logos on black powder-coated housings with black anodized hardware. Midnight Edition Optics are available in three product lines (E-Series, D-Series and RDS-Series). For more information on the Midnight Edition Optics, visit Rigid Industries’ website.  

For more information on TORA, contact Clayton Drescher, council liaison, at 909-978-6696 or claytond@sema.org.

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Visit WTC's website.

New Vehicle Data Records Added to WTC Wheel Measurement Database 

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Strengthen Your Company Through Community

No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, reps, trucks or wheels and tires—there's a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of market-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular industry segment.

Visit TORA's website.

J.W. Speaker Model 8900 Evolution.

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics.

TORA 2015 Best New Products are Chosen at the SEMA Show

The annual New Products Awards are chosen by a panel of volunteer, non-manufacturing industry professionals within the Light Truck Accessory Association (TORA). The awards recognize innovation, product potential and consumer appeal in two categories: best under $500 and best over $500.

TORA Best New Product Under $500

J.W. Speaker designs and manufactures vehicle lighting systems for OEMs and aftermarket applications. The company was awarded with Best New Product Under $500 for its LED headlight, the “Model 8900 Evolution.” This LED headlight is a simple drop-in replacement for 5x7-in. headlights. The new design boasts a 30% increase in high-beam intensity, but uses less power. The Model 8900 Evolution features a die-cast aluminum housing and hard-coated polycarbonate lens for maximum durability. The LEDs and engineering optics produce a beam pattern for maximum visibility. For more information on the Model 8900 Evolution, visit J.W. Speaker’s website.

TORA Best New Product Over $500

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics are a new technology in the lighting industry. Starting with the patented Hybrid Spot Optic, the engineers at Rigid developed a transparent black polymer coating that darkens the look and feel of the optic during the day without significantly impacting their ability to light up the night. The result is a “blacked-out” look, from the face of the optics to the black screen-printed logos on black powder-coated housings with black anodized hardware. Midnight Edition Optics are available in three product lines (E-Series, D-Series and RDS-Series). For more information on the Midnight Edition Optics, visit Rigid Industries’ website.  

For more information on TORA, contact Clayton Drescher, council liaison, at 909-978-6696 or claytond@sema.org.

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Visit WTC's website.

New Vehicle Data Records Added to WTC Wheel Measurement Database 

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Strengthen Your Company Through Community

No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, reps, trucks or wheels and tires—there's a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of market-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular industry segment.

Visit TORA's website.

J.W. Speaker Model 8900 Evolution.

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics.

TORA 2015 Best New Products are Chosen at the SEMA Show

The annual New Products Awards are chosen by a panel of volunteer, non-manufacturing industry professionals within the Light Truck Accessory Association (TORA). The awards recognize innovation, product potential and consumer appeal in two categories: best under $500 and best over $500.

TORA Best New Product Under $500

J.W. Speaker designs and manufactures vehicle lighting systems for OEMs and aftermarket applications. The company was awarded with Best New Product Under $500 for its LED headlight, the “Model 8900 Evolution.” This LED headlight is a simple drop-in replacement for 5x7-in. headlights. The new design boasts a 30% increase in high-beam intensity, but uses less power. The Model 8900 Evolution features a die-cast aluminum housing and hard-coated polycarbonate lens for maximum durability. The LEDs and engineering optics produce a beam pattern for maximum visibility. For more information on the Model 8900 Evolution, visit J.W. Speaker’s website.

TORA Best New Product Over $500

Rigid Industries Midnight Edition Optics are a new technology in the lighting industry. Starting with the patented Hybrid Spot Optic, the engineers at Rigid developed a transparent black polymer coating that darkens the look and feel of the optic during the day without significantly impacting their ability to light up the night. The result is a “blacked-out” look, from the face of the optics to the black screen-printed logos on black powder-coated housings with black anodized hardware. Midnight Edition Optics are available in three product lines (E-Series, D-Series and RDS-Series). For more information on the Midnight Edition Optics, visit Rigid Industries’ website.  

For more information on TORA, contact Clayton Drescher, council liaison, at 909-978-6696 or claytond@sema.org.

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Visit WTC's website.

New Vehicle Data Records Added to WTC Wheel Measurement Database 

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Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, webinars and activities.

For association-related travel, contact Manya Petropaki (manya.p@travelstoreusa.com) at Travel Store USA, 949-930-9268.

By Carr Winn

For nearly 14 months, the Petersen Automotive Museum has undergone a renovation to upgrade the exterior and interior of the establishment, which originally opened in 1994. The museum is now complete. Following a weekend of preview events and tours, the Petersen Automotive Museum officially reopened Monday, December 7.

The outside of the building has been draped in a display of metallic strips that provide a unique look of flowing red waves. Inside, the three floors of the Petersen Automotive Museum have been completely transformed with new displays and updated attractions.

One of the newest additions to the museum is the Cars Mechanical Institute, where visitors interact with vehicles from the “Cars” franchise. Museum guests can learn about the internal workings of an engine, correctly connect circuits of an electrical system to power an engine’s flywheel, interact with a digital transmission to see how gear ratios affect wheel speed, and see how a suspension works to control a wheel over rough terrain.

Created via partnership with Disney and Pixar Animation Studios, the goal of the display is to offer an entertaining approach to educating people about cars and trucks that will inspire generations to be involved in the automotive hobby.

For more information, visit www.petersen.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is proposing to add crash-avoidance technology and pedestrian protection to its five-star New Car Assessment Program starting in model-year ’19. The NHTSA would also incorporate a new test that measures vehicle performance in a frontal offset crash. The so-called “Stars on Cars” label is posted on the new-car window and seeks to provide consumers with safety information when comparison shopping. 

The five-star rating system already reflects performance tests for frontal, side and rollover crashworthiness, along with emergency braking systems starting in model-year ’18. The NHTSA would also begin using half-star increments to expand the five-star test results.

Although the NHTSA does not intend to mandate the installation of the technology on all new vehicles, equipment, such as automatic emergency braking, blind-spot detection, lane-departure warning and pedestrian detection, would likely become standard on most vehicles as a result. 

For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.