See This Year's Battle of the Builders Contestants
Thu, 09/17/2015 - 08:28
By Becca Butler

  builders
This ’67 C10 called Project Fifty/50, designed and built by Scotty V, is one of more than 150 vehicles competing in SEMA Battle of the Builders.
  
More than 150 vehicle builders are competing in the 2015 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition, each of them showcasing unique craftsmanship, customization and personal stories.

Read about the builds, see photos and follow your favorites as they make their journey in search of the title of the Top Builder by visiting the SEMA Show Facebook gallery. Participants will be narrowed down to an elite few, until the winner is announced at SEMA Ignited, Friday, November 6.

Taking place in the Gold Lot across the street from the Las Vegas Convention Center, from 3:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., SEMA Ignited is free to SEMA Showgoers with their Show badge, while consumers can join in the fun by purchasing tickets. The second-annual event will include hundreds of 2015 SEMA Show vehicles, drifting demonstrations by Formula Drift, food, entertainment and the culmination of the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition. For more information or to purchase consumer tickets, visit www.semaignited.com.
See This Year's Battle of the Builders Contestants
Thu, 09/17/2015 - 08:28
By Becca Butler

  builders
This ’67 C10 called Project Fifty/50, designed and built by Scotty V, is one of more than 150 vehicles competing in SEMA Battle of the Builders.
  
More than 150 vehicle builders are competing in the 2015 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition, each of them showcasing unique craftsmanship, customization and personal stories.

Read about the builds, see photos and follow your favorites as they make their journey in search of the title of the Top Builder by visiting the SEMA Show Facebook gallery. Participants will be narrowed down to an elite few, until the winner is announced at SEMA Ignited, Friday, November 6.

Taking place in the Gold Lot across the street from the Las Vegas Convention Center, from 3:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., SEMA Ignited is free to SEMA Showgoers with their Show badge, while consumers can join in the fun by purchasing tickets. The second-annual event will include hundreds of 2015 SEMA Show vehicles, drifting demonstrations by Formula Drift, food, entertainment and the culmination of the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition. For more information or to purchase consumer tickets, visit www.semaignited.com.
Answers to Exhibitors’ Top Questions About Freight
Thu, 09/17/2015 - 08:16
By Becca Butler

  freight
  freight
Exhibitors have three options when getting freight to the SEMA Show: shipping freight to the Freeman Advance Warehouse prior to Show; shipping freight directly to the Show to arrive during the exhibitor’s target time; or driving freight directly to the Show.
One of the most common questions the SEMA Show Department receives from exhibitors in the months leading up to the Show is in regards to freight. After all, exhibitors have spent months planning, preparing and building their booths. These materials now must arrive at the actual booth location with enough time for exhibitors to set up their booths and have a successful Show week.

To help exhibitors understand and prepare for the delivery of their booth materials, we sat down with SEMA’s own freight expert, Lorri Monty. Here’s what she had to say:

Question: How do I get my booth properties to the Show?

Monty: There are a few different options for getting your freight to the SEMA Show. Many exhibitors actually send materials using all three of these options, as there are advantages to each.
  • Ship your freight to the Freeman Advance Warehouse prior to the Show: I would personally recommend sending the bulk of the booth this way, because it guarantees that your freight will be delivered to your booth during your target time. Just to clarify, your target time is when your freight must arrive at the Show, not necessarily to your booth. If you don’t ship your materials in advance, then it may take a few hours for it to get to your actual booth. Shipping in advance is a little pricier, but if you need the extra set-up time then it’s worth it. The Freeman Advance warehouse begins receiving materials September 24 and the deadline is October 21.
  • Ship your freight directly to the Show to arrive during your target time: If you decide to go with a commercial carrier and ship your booth materials directly to the Las Vegas Convention Center, then it must arrive on your target date or it will not be received. The carrier will need to check in at the Freeman Marshalling Yard to receive a door assignment before coming into the LVCC. As mentioned, it may take a couple of hours from check-in before your materials are delivered to your booth by Freeman.
  • Drive your freight directly to the Show: If you will be driving your freight in a car, truck, van or trailer, you do not need to arrive on your target date. You may arrive any day from October 31–November 2. However, large materials (that cannot be carried by one person) must be unloaded by Freeman and will require an additional material handling charge. If you will be driving, there are designated unloading zones.
For those who will be shipping materials to the Show, shipping labels are available online.

Question: What is a target time? And why is it important?

Monty: Because the SEMA Show is so large in size, each exhibitor is assigned a specific date/time (referred to as a “target time”) to have their freight arrive at the SEMA Show. Target times are listed by booth number in the Exhibitor Services Manual. Your target time is important to know because that is when your booth materials must arrive at the Show or else they will not be accepted.

Question: What do I need to know about Material Handling?

Monty: If you’re shipping your materials to the Show, either in advance or directly to the LVCC, or if Freeman will be assisting in unloading your own vehicle, there will be a material handling fee associated with the delivery of your freight to your booth. Price will vary based on your booth size and weight of materials. Exhibitors that have a booth 20x20 or smaller get up to 500 lbs. of material handling for free. See more detailed information on pricing.

Question: When can I start setting up my booth?

Monty: You can begin setting up your booth any time after your target time and when your booth materials have been delivered.

Question: Who can I contact if I have additional questions about shipping to the Show or about booth set-up?

Monty: For additional information, visit the Shipping Information section in the Exhibitor Services Manual or contact lorrim@sema.org, 909-978-6664. For assistance onsite at the SEMA Show, exhibitors can contact their floor manager.
Answers to Exhibitors’ Top Questions About Freight
Thu, 09/17/2015 - 08:16
By Becca Butler

  freight
  freight
Exhibitors have three options when getting freight to the SEMA Show: shipping freight to the Freeman Advance Warehouse prior to Show; shipping freight directly to the Show to arrive during the exhibitor’s target time; or driving freight directly to the Show.
One of the most common questions the SEMA Show Department receives from exhibitors in the months leading up to the Show is in regards to freight. After all, exhibitors have spent months planning, preparing and building their booths. These materials now must arrive at the actual booth location with enough time for exhibitors to set up their booths and have a successful Show week.

To help exhibitors understand and prepare for the delivery of their booth materials, we sat down with SEMA’s own freight expert, Lorri Monty. Here’s what she had to say:

Question: How do I get my booth properties to the Show?

Monty: There are a few different options for getting your freight to the SEMA Show. Many exhibitors actually send materials using all three of these options, as there are advantages to each.
  • Ship your freight to the Freeman Advance Warehouse prior to the Show: I would personally recommend sending the bulk of the booth this way, because it guarantees that your freight will be delivered to your booth during your target time. Just to clarify, your target time is when your freight must arrive at the Show, not necessarily to your booth. If you don’t ship your materials in advance, then it may take a few hours for it to get to your actual booth. Shipping in advance is a little pricier, but if you need the extra set-up time then it’s worth it. The Freeman Advance warehouse begins receiving materials September 24 and the deadline is October 21.
  • Ship your freight directly to the Show to arrive during your target time: If you decide to go with a commercial carrier and ship your booth materials directly to the Las Vegas Convention Center, then it must arrive on your target date or it will not be received. The carrier will need to check in at the Freeman Marshalling Yard to receive a door assignment before coming into the LVCC. As mentioned, it may take a couple of hours from check-in before your materials are delivered to your booth by Freeman.
  • Drive your freight directly to the Show: If you will be driving your freight in a car, truck, van or trailer, you do not need to arrive on your target date. You may arrive any day from October 31–November 2. However, large materials (that cannot be carried by one person) must be unloaded by Freeman and will require an additional material handling charge. If you will be driving, there are designated unloading zones.
For those who will be shipping materials to the Show, shipping labels are available online.

Question: What is a target time? And why is it important?

Monty: Because the SEMA Show is so large in size, each exhibitor is assigned a specific date/time (referred to as a “target time”) to have their freight arrive at the SEMA Show. Target times are listed by booth number in the Exhibitor Services Manual. Your target time is important to know because that is when your booth materials must arrive at the Show or else they will not be accepted.

Question: What do I need to know about Material Handling?

Monty: If you’re shipping your materials to the Show, either in advance or directly to the LVCC, or if Freeman will be assisting in unloading your own vehicle, there will be a material handling fee associated with the delivery of your freight to your booth. Price will vary based on your booth size and weight of materials. Exhibitors that have a booth 20x20 or smaller get up to 500 lbs. of material handling for free. See more detailed information on pricing.

Question: When can I start setting up my booth?

Monty: You can begin setting up your booth any time after your target time and when your booth materials have been delivered.

Question: Who can I contact if I have additional questions about shipping to the Show or about booth set-up?

Monty: For additional information, visit the Shipping Information section in the Exhibitor Services Manual or contact lorrim@sema.org, 909-978-6664. For assistance onsite at the SEMA Show, exhibitors can contact their floor manager.
Answers to Exhibitors’ Top Questions About Freight
Thu, 09/17/2015 - 08:16
By Becca Butler

  freight
  freight
Exhibitors have three options when getting freight to the SEMA Show: shipping freight to the Freeman Advance Warehouse prior to Show; shipping freight directly to the Show to arrive during the exhibitor’s target time; or driving freight directly to the Show.
One of the most common questions the SEMA Show Department receives from exhibitors in the months leading up to the Show is in regards to freight. After all, exhibitors have spent months planning, preparing and building their booths. These materials now must arrive at the actual booth location with enough time for exhibitors to set up their booths and have a successful Show week.

To help exhibitors understand and prepare for the delivery of their booth materials, we sat down with SEMA’s own freight expert, Lorri Monty. Here’s what she had to say:

Question: How do I get my booth properties to the Show?

Monty: There are a few different options for getting your freight to the SEMA Show. Many exhibitors actually send materials using all three of these options, as there are advantages to each.
  • Ship your freight to the Freeman Advance Warehouse prior to the Show: I would personally recommend sending the bulk of the booth this way, because it guarantees that your freight will be delivered to your booth during your target time. Just to clarify, your target time is when your freight must arrive at the Show, not necessarily to your booth. If you don’t ship your materials in advance, then it may take a few hours for it to get to your actual booth. Shipping in advance is a little pricier, but if you need the extra set-up time then it’s worth it. The Freeman Advance warehouse begins receiving materials September 24 and the deadline is October 21.
  • Ship your freight directly to the Show to arrive during your target time: If you decide to go with a commercial carrier and ship your booth materials directly to the Las Vegas Convention Center, then it must arrive on your target date or it will not be received. The carrier will need to check in at the Freeman Marshalling Yard to receive a door assignment before coming into the LVCC. As mentioned, it may take a couple of hours from check-in before your materials are delivered to your booth by Freeman.
  • Drive your freight directly to the Show: If you will be driving your freight in a car, truck, van or trailer, you do not need to arrive on your target date. You may arrive any day from October 31–November 2. However, large materials (that cannot be carried by one person) must be unloaded by Freeman and will require an additional material handling charge. If you will be driving, there are designated unloading zones.
For those who will be shipping materials to the Show, shipping labels are available online.

Question: What is a target time? And why is it important?

Monty: Because the SEMA Show is so large in size, each exhibitor is assigned a specific date/time (referred to as a “target time”) to have their freight arrive at the SEMA Show. Target times are listed by booth number in the Exhibitor Services Manual. Your target time is important to know because that is when your booth materials must arrive at the Show or else they will not be accepted.

Question: What do I need to know about Material Handling?

Monty: If you’re shipping your materials to the Show, either in advance or directly to the LVCC, or if Freeman will be assisting in unloading your own vehicle, there will be a material handling fee associated with the delivery of your freight to your booth. Price will vary based on your booth size and weight of materials. Exhibitors that have a booth 20x20 or smaller get up to 500 lbs. of material handling for free. See more detailed information on pricing.

Question: When can I start setting up my booth?

Monty: You can begin setting up your booth any time after your target time and when your booth materials have been delivered.

Question: Who can I contact if I have additional questions about shipping to the Show or about booth set-up?

Monty: For additional information, visit the Shipping Information section in the Exhibitor Services Manual or contact lorrim@sema.org, 909-978-6664. For assistance onsite at the SEMA Show, exhibitors can contact their floor manager.
Answers to Exhibitors’ Top Questions About Freight
Thu, 09/17/2015 - 08:16
By Becca Butler

  freight
  freight
Exhibitors have three options when getting freight to the SEMA Show: shipping freight to the Freeman Advance Warehouse prior to Show; shipping freight directly to the Show to arrive during the exhibitor’s target time; or driving freight directly to the Show.
One of the most common questions the SEMA Show Department receives from exhibitors in the months leading up to the Show is in regards to freight. After all, exhibitors have spent months planning, preparing and building their booths. These materials now must arrive at the actual booth location with enough time for exhibitors to set up their booths and have a successful Show week.

To help exhibitors understand and prepare for the delivery of their booth materials, we sat down with SEMA’s own freight expert, Lorri Monty. Here’s what she had to say:

Question: How do I get my booth properties to the Show?

Monty: There are a few different options for getting your freight to the SEMA Show. Many exhibitors actually send materials using all three of these options, as there are advantages to each.
  • Ship your freight to the Freeman Advance Warehouse prior to the Show: I would personally recommend sending the bulk of the booth this way, because it guarantees that your freight will be delivered to your booth during your target time. Just to clarify, your target time is when your freight must arrive at the Show, not necessarily to your booth. If you don’t ship your materials in advance, then it may take a few hours for it to get to your actual booth. Shipping in advance is a little pricier, but if you need the extra set-up time then it’s worth it. The Freeman Advance warehouse begins receiving materials September 24 and the deadline is October 21.
  • Ship your freight directly to the Show to arrive during your target time: If you decide to go with a commercial carrier and ship your booth materials directly to the Las Vegas Convention Center, then it must arrive on your target date or it will not be received. The carrier will need to check in at the Freeman Marshalling Yard to receive a door assignment before coming into the LVCC. As mentioned, it may take a couple of hours from check-in before your materials are delivered to your booth by Freeman.
  • Drive your freight directly to the Show: If you will be driving your freight in a car, truck, van or trailer, you do not need to arrive on your target date. You may arrive any day from October 31–November 2. However, large materials (that cannot be carried by one person) must be unloaded by Freeman and will require an additional material handling charge. If you will be driving, there are designated unloading zones.
For those who will be shipping materials to the Show, shipping labels are available online.

Question: What is a target time? And why is it important?

Monty: Because the SEMA Show is so large in size, each exhibitor is assigned a specific date/time (referred to as a “target time”) to have their freight arrive at the SEMA Show. Target times are listed by booth number in the Exhibitor Services Manual. Your target time is important to know because that is when your booth materials must arrive at the Show or else they will not be accepted.

Question: What do I need to know about Material Handling?

Monty: If you’re shipping your materials to the Show, either in advance or directly to the LVCC, or if Freeman will be assisting in unloading your own vehicle, there will be a material handling fee associated with the delivery of your freight to your booth. Price will vary based on your booth size and weight of materials. Exhibitors that have a booth 20x20 or smaller get up to 500 lbs. of material handling for free. See more detailed information on pricing.

Question: When can I start setting up my booth?

Monty: You can begin setting up your booth any time after your target time and when your booth materials have been delivered.

Question: Who can I contact if I have additional questions about shipping to the Show or about booth set-up?

Monty: For additional information, visit the Shipping Information section in the Exhibitor Services Manual or contact lorrim@sema.org, 909-978-6664. For assistance onsite at the SEMA Show, exhibitors can contact their floor manager.
New Measuring Session: 2016 Honda Civic and Pilot
Thu, 09/10/2015 - 15:22
A SEMA Measuring Session for the all-new Honda Civic and Pilot has been scheduled for September 21–22, at Kirby Studios, Long Beach, California.

In partnership with American Honda, the SEMA Garage is happy to announce the first official measuring session for two highly anticipated 2016 vehicles, the all-new Honda Civic and the all-new Honda Pilot. Taking place at Kirby Studios in Long Beach, CA on September 21st and 22nd, this event is open to SEMA members only. Please note that this location will require street parking. Monday, September 21st will focus on the Honda Civic and Tuesday, September 22nd will focus on Honda Pilot. The event will be open from 9:30am till 3:00pm.
New Measuring Session: 2016 Honda Civic and Pilot
Thu, 09/10/2015 - 15:22
A SEMA Measuring Session for the all-new Honda Civic and Pilot has been scheduled for September 21–22, at Kirby Studios, Long Beach, California.

In partnership with American Honda, the SEMA Garage is happy to announce the first official measuring session for two highly anticipated 2016 vehicles, the all-new Honda Civic and the all-new Honda Pilot. Taking place at Kirby Studios in Long Beach, CA on September 21st and 22nd, this event is open to SEMA members only. Please note that this location will require street parking. Monday, September 21st will focus on the Honda Civic and Tuesday, September 22nd will focus on Honda Pilot. The event will be open from 9:30am till 3:00pm.
Just Announced: Special Offers for SEMA Showgoers
Thu, 09/10/2015 - 15:02

By SEMA Editors

  linq
The High Roller Observation Wheel at The LINQ is offering a $10 discount on tickets, excluding Happy Half Hour.
  

SEMA Show organizers have worked on special offers at numerous venues throughout Las Vegas during the week of the Show, and all you have to do is present your Show badge to redeem these offers. Some of the discounts include:

  • High Roller Observation Wheel at The LINQ: $10 discount on tickets, excluding Happy Half Hour. Tickets can be purchased in person by presenting your Show badge at the ticket counter or by using code HRAAIW15 on the High Roller website.
  • Polaroid Store at The LINQ: Get complimentary admission into the gallery with 20% off total purchase. Present Show badge to redeem.
  • Carlos n’ Charlies at Flamingo Las Vegas: 2-for-1 margaritas.
  • The LINQ Spa: 20% off Sunday–Thursday, 10% off Friday and Saturday.
  • Mandara Spa – Paris and Planet Hollywood: 20% off Sunday–Thursday, 10% off Friday and Saturday, $15 daily fitness passes ($10 discount). Specials can be used toward fitness center access and all à la carte spa and salon services, but cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.
  • The UPS Store: Located inside Caesars Palace, Flamingo, Harrah’s and Planet Hollywood, the UPS Store is offering 25% off wide-format printing, 25% off color copies and a packaging discount, which includes: $2 off packaging when UPS packs one package, $5 off packaging when UPS packs two packages, $10 off packaging when UPS packs three packages.
Just Announced: Special Offers for SEMA Showgoers
Thu, 09/10/2015 - 15:02

By SEMA Editors

  linq
The High Roller Observation Wheel at The LINQ is offering a $10 discount on tickets, excluding Happy Half Hour.
  

SEMA Show organizers have worked on special offers at numerous venues throughout Las Vegas during the week of the Show, and all you have to do is present your Show badge to redeem these offers. Some of the discounts include:

  • High Roller Observation Wheel at The LINQ: $10 discount on tickets, excluding Happy Half Hour. Tickets can be purchased in person by presenting your Show badge at the ticket counter or by using code HRAAIW15 on the High Roller website.
  • Polaroid Store at The LINQ: Get complimentary admission into the gallery with 20% off total purchase. Present Show badge to redeem.
  • Carlos n’ Charlies at Flamingo Las Vegas: 2-for-1 margaritas.
  • The LINQ Spa: 20% off Sunday–Thursday, 10% off Friday and Saturday.
  • Mandara Spa – Paris and Planet Hollywood: 20% off Sunday–Thursday, 10% off Friday and Saturday, $15 daily fitness passes ($10 discount). Specials can be used toward fitness center access and all à la carte spa and salon services, but cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.
  • The UPS Store: Located inside Caesars Palace, Flamingo, Harrah’s and Planet Hollywood, the UPS Store is offering 25% off wide-format printing, 25% off color copies and a packaging discount, which includes: $2 off packaging when UPS packs one package, $5 off packaging when UPS packs two packages, $10 off packaging when UPS packs three packages.