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A Message From Doug Evans, SEMA Chairman of the Board

Sun, 11/01/2015 - 14:06

SEMA News—November 2015

PEOPLE

A Message From Doug Evans, SEMA Chairman of the Board

Remember your first SEMA Show? I remember walking into my first SEMA Show more than 30 years ago. I entered the main hall and was amazed that we had actually filled almost half of the hall! I felt like saying, “Somebody pinch me. I am actually getting paid to be here working this Show!”

Today, the SEMA Show fills every hall, part of the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, the parking lots, and will no doubt make great use of the new exposition hall that will be built next year. The SEMA Show represents one of the largest collections of small businesses in the world and is one of the largest trade shows in North America.

The 2014 SEMA Show broke every measurable record in terms of attendance and scale, and 2015 is tracking to do it yet again! We will also have our second annual SEMA Ignited event open to the public on Friday night in the Gold Lot. Battle of the Builders returns and will once again be filmed and shown to millions of people on television in the coming months. Two great ways your association is spreading the word to current and future consumers of our products.

Remember your first SEMA Show? Think about it when you walk into the convention center this year and consider how much we have grown. It remains my privilege to be a part of it!

See you in Vegas for the greatest collection of automotive innovations and people in the world!

Warm regards,

Doug Evans

SEMA Chairman of the Board

A Message From Doug Evans, SEMA Chairman of the Board

Sun, 11/01/2015 - 14:06

SEMA News—November 2015

PEOPLE

A Message From Doug Evans, SEMA Chairman of the Board

Remember your first SEMA Show? I remember walking into my first SEMA Show more than 30 years ago. I entered the main hall and was amazed that we had actually filled almost half of the hall! I felt like saying, “Somebody pinch me. I am actually getting paid to be here working this Show!”

Today, the SEMA Show fills every hall, part of the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, the parking lots, and will no doubt make great use of the new exposition hall that will be built next year. The SEMA Show represents one of the largest collections of small businesses in the world and is one of the largest trade shows in North America.

The 2014 SEMA Show broke every measurable record in terms of attendance and scale, and 2015 is tracking to do it yet again! We will also have our second annual SEMA Ignited event open to the public on Friday night in the Gold Lot. Battle of the Builders returns and will once again be filmed and shown to millions of people on television in the coming months. Two great ways your association is spreading the word to current and future consumers of our products.

Remember your first SEMA Show? Think about it when you walk into the convention center this year and consider how much we have grown. It remains my privilege to be a part of it!

See you in Vegas for the greatest collection of automotive innovations and people in the world!

Warm regards,

Doug Evans

SEMA Chairman of the Board

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

Sun, 11/01/2015 - 13:43

SEMA News—November 2015

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is debuting a home-built hot rod at its 2015 SEMA Show display.

	Stop by the SEMA Action Network booth #60003 at the SEMA Show to see this home-built ’31 Ford Model A hot rod.

Founded in 1997, the SAN is a growing alliance comprised of U.S. and Canadian industry members and consumers fighting unfair automotive laws and regulations. Hand-crafted by SAN Director Colby Martin and his father Al Martin, the coupe will stand as a visual symbol for Show attendees of the types of vehicles and equipment that many states seek to restrict and regulate. Stop by booth #60003 (outside the convention walls of Central Hall near the Meguiar’s “Car Crazy” stage) to see the finished project and learn more about the SAN’s efforts to keep these vehicles on the road.

The 2016 presidential election is in full gear. The next president will guide policies that impact your business and livelihood. We cannot afford to sit on the sidelines while others determine the future of the industry. SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) helps us keep pace by supporting the car guys and gals in Washington who have our backs.

Who would you like to see win the race to the White House? During this year’s SEMA Show, stop by the SEMA PAC booth in the North Hall Upstairs Lobby and make your voice heard by becoming a SEMA PAC member. It takes seconds, and there is never an obligation to contribute.

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

Sun, 11/01/2015 - 13:43

SEMA News—November 2015

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is debuting a home-built hot rod at its 2015 SEMA Show display.

	Stop by the SEMA Action Network booth #60003 at the SEMA Show to see this home-built ’31 Ford Model A hot rod.

Founded in 1997, the SAN is a growing alliance comprised of U.S. and Canadian industry members and consumers fighting unfair automotive laws and regulations. Hand-crafted by SAN Director Colby Martin and his father Al Martin, the coupe will stand as a visual symbol for Show attendees of the types of vehicles and equipment that many states seek to restrict and regulate. Stop by booth #60003 (outside the convention walls of Central Hall near the Meguiar’s “Car Crazy” stage) to see the finished project and learn more about the SAN’s efforts to keep these vehicles on the road.

The 2016 presidential election is in full gear. The next president will guide policies that impact your business and livelihood. We cannot afford to sit on the sidelines while others determine the future of the industry. SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) helps us keep pace by supporting the car guys and gals in Washington who have our backs.

Who would you like to see win the race to the White House? During this year’s SEMA Show, stop by the SEMA PAC booth in the North Hall Upstairs Lobby and make your voice heard by becoming a SEMA PAC member. It takes seconds, and there is never an obligation to contribute.

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

Sun, 11/01/2015 - 13:43

SEMA News—November 2015

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is debuting a home-built hot rod at its 2015 SEMA Show display.

	Stop by the SEMA Action Network booth #60003 at the SEMA Show to see this home-built ’31 Ford Model A hot rod.

Founded in 1997, the SAN is a growing alliance comprised of U.S. and Canadian industry members and consumers fighting unfair automotive laws and regulations. Hand-crafted by SAN Director Colby Martin and his father Al Martin, the coupe will stand as a visual symbol for Show attendees of the types of vehicles and equipment that many states seek to restrict and regulate. Stop by booth #60003 (outside the convention walls of Central Hall near the Meguiar’s “Car Crazy” stage) to see the finished project and learn more about the SAN’s efforts to keep these vehicles on the road.

The 2016 presidential election is in full gear. The next president will guide policies that impact your business and livelihood. We cannot afford to sit on the sidelines while others determine the future of the industry. SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) helps us keep pace by supporting the car guys and gals in Washington who have our backs.

Who would you like to see win the race to the White House? During this year’s SEMA Show, stop by the SEMA PAC booth in the North Hall Upstairs Lobby and make your voice heard by becoming a SEMA PAC member. It takes seconds, and there is never an obligation to contribute.

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

Sun, 11/01/2015 - 13:43

SEMA News—November 2015

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is debuting a home-built hot rod at its 2015 SEMA Show display.

	Stop by the SEMA Action Network booth #60003 at the SEMA Show to see this home-built ’31 Ford Model A hot rod.

Founded in 1997, the SAN is a growing alliance comprised of U.S. and Canadian industry members and consumers fighting unfair automotive laws and regulations. Hand-crafted by SAN Director Colby Martin and his father Al Martin, the coupe will stand as a visual symbol for Show attendees of the types of vehicles and equipment that many states seek to restrict and regulate. Stop by booth #60003 (outside the convention walls of Central Hall near the Meguiar’s “Car Crazy” stage) to see the finished project and learn more about the SAN’s efforts to keep these vehicles on the road.

The 2016 presidential election is in full gear. The next president will guide policies that impact your business and livelihood. We cannot afford to sit on the sidelines while others determine the future of the industry. SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) helps us keep pace by supporting the car guys and gals in Washington who have our backs.

Who would you like to see win the race to the White House? During this year’s SEMA Show, stop by the SEMA PAC booth in the North Hall Upstairs Lobby and make your voice heard by becoming a SEMA PAC member. It takes seconds, and there is never an obligation to contribute.

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

Sun, 11/01/2015 - 13:43

SEMA News—November 2015

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is debuting a home-built hot rod at its 2015 SEMA Show display.

	Stop by the SEMA Action Network booth #60003 at the SEMA Show to see this home-built ’31 Ford Model A hot rod.

Founded in 1997, the SAN is a growing alliance comprised of U.S. and Canadian industry members and consumers fighting unfair automotive laws and regulations. Hand-crafted by SAN Director Colby Martin and his father Al Martin, the coupe will stand as a visual symbol for Show attendees of the types of vehicles and equipment that many states seek to restrict and regulate. Stop by booth #60003 (outside the convention walls of Central Hall near the Meguiar’s “Car Crazy” stage) to see the finished project and learn more about the SAN’s efforts to keep these vehicles on the road.

The 2016 presidential election is in full gear. The next president will guide policies that impact your business and livelihood. We cannot afford to sit on the sidelines while others determine the future of the industry. SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) helps us keep pace by supporting the car guys and gals in Washington who have our backs.

Who would you like to see win the race to the White House? During this year’s SEMA Show, stop by the SEMA PAC booth in the North Hall Upstairs Lobby and make your voice heard by becoming a SEMA PAC member. It takes seconds, and there is never an obligation to contribute.

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

Sun, 11/01/2015 - 13:43

SEMA News—November 2015

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is debuting a home-built hot rod at its 2015 SEMA Show display.

	Stop by the SEMA Action Network booth #60003 at the SEMA Show to see this home-built ’31 Ford Model A hot rod.

Founded in 1997, the SAN is a growing alliance comprised of U.S. and Canadian industry members and consumers fighting unfair automotive laws and regulations. Hand-crafted by SAN Director Colby Martin and his father Al Martin, the coupe will stand as a visual symbol for Show attendees of the types of vehicles and equipment that many states seek to restrict and regulate. Stop by booth #60003 (outside the convention walls of Central Hall near the Meguiar’s “Car Crazy” stage) to see the finished project and learn more about the SAN’s efforts to keep these vehicles on the road.

The 2016 presidential election is in full gear. The next president will guide policies that impact your business and livelihood. We cannot afford to sit on the sidelines while others determine the future of the industry. SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) helps us keep pace by supporting the car guys and gals in Washington who have our backs.

Who would you like to see win the race to the White House? During this year’s SEMA Show, stop by the SEMA PAC booth in the North Hall Upstairs Lobby and make your voice heard by becoming a SEMA PAC member. It takes seconds, and there is never an obligation to contribute.

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

Sun, 11/01/2015 - 13:43

SEMA News—November 2015

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is debuting a home-built hot rod at its 2015 SEMA Show display.

	Stop by the SEMA Action Network booth #60003 at the SEMA Show to see this home-built ’31 Ford Model A hot rod.

Founded in 1997, the SAN is a growing alliance comprised of U.S. and Canadian industry members and consumers fighting unfair automotive laws and regulations. Hand-crafted by SAN Director Colby Martin and his father Al Martin, the coupe will stand as a visual symbol for Show attendees of the types of vehicles and equipment that many states seek to restrict and regulate. Stop by booth #60003 (outside the convention walls of Central Hall near the Meguiar’s “Car Crazy” stage) to see the finished project and learn more about the SAN’s efforts to keep these vehicles on the road.

The 2016 presidential election is in full gear. The next president will guide policies that impact your business and livelihood. We cannot afford to sit on the sidelines while others determine the future of the industry. SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) helps us keep pace by supporting the car guys and gals in Washington who have our backs.

Who would you like to see win the race to the White House? During this year’s SEMA Show, stop by the SEMA PAC booth in the North Hall Upstairs Lobby and make your voice heard by becoming a SEMA PAC member. It takes seconds, and there is never an obligation to contribute.

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

Sun, 11/01/2015 - 13:43

SEMA News—November 2015

LEGISLATIVE AND TECHNICAL AFFAIRS

Boost Your Political Horsepower at the SEMA Show

The SEMA Action Network (SAN) is debuting a home-built hot rod at its 2015 SEMA Show display.

	Stop by the SEMA Action Network booth #60003 at the SEMA Show to see this home-built ’31 Ford Model A hot rod.

Founded in 1997, the SAN is a growing alliance comprised of U.S. and Canadian industry members and consumers fighting unfair automotive laws and regulations. Hand-crafted by SAN Director Colby Martin and his father Al Martin, the coupe will stand as a visual symbol for Show attendees of the types of vehicles and equipment that many states seek to restrict and regulate. Stop by booth #60003 (outside the convention walls of Central Hall near the Meguiar’s “Car Crazy” stage) to see the finished project and learn more about the SAN’s efforts to keep these vehicles on the road.

The 2016 presidential election is in full gear. The next president will guide policies that impact your business and livelihood. We cannot afford to sit on the sidelines while others determine the future of the industry. SEMA’s Political Action Committee (SEMA PAC) helps us keep pace by supporting the car guys and gals in Washington who have our backs.

Who would you like to see win the race to the White House? During this year’s SEMA Show, stop by the SEMA PAC booth in the North Hall Upstairs Lobby and make your voice heard by becoming a SEMA PAC member. It takes seconds, and there is never an obligation to contribute.