The fourth-annual SEMA Middle East tour will be held March 24–28, 2015, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Explore the Middle East market during the fourth-annual SEMA Middle East tour, March 24–28, 2015, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Take advantage of a limited number of subsidized slots to meet with pre-vetted buyers from throughout the Middle East and participate in the first-ever SEMA International Measuring Session abroad.

Discover the potential for your products in the customizing-crazy UAE and neighboring countries of Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Kuwait. In 2014, buyers also attended from Lebanon, Egypt, Jordan and India. These consumers seek out the latest and greatest new products to personalize their rides, and are eager for the latest American products for classic-car restoration, off-roading, racing, and street performance and appearance products.

Dates: March 24–28, 2015
Where: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Where to register: Exhibitor Registration

Option A (full program), All Events: 2015 SEMA Middle East Business Development Tour and UAE-based International Measuring Session.

This option includes:

• Exhibiting at the Customs Show Emirates at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The SEMA section of the show will only be open to pre-vetted buyers.
• Participating in the 2015 SEMA Middle East Business International Measuring session. Participants will have access to measure and examine one dozen of the most in-demand vehicle platforms in the region, but often are not available in the United States. The venue will be equipped with lifts and other tools.
• Networking events with buyers and a tour of specialty-equipment shops.
• Four-night hotel stay, booth/exhibition fees, meals and transportation within the UAE.

• Participating in the 2015 SEMA Middle East Business International Measuring session. Participants will have access to measure and examine one dozen of the most in-demand vehicle platforms in the region, but often are not available in the United States. The venue will be equipped with lifts and other tools.
• Networking event with buyers.
• Two-night hotel stay and meals.

• Exhibiting at the Customs Show Emirates at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The SEMA section of the show will only be open to pre-vetted buyers.
• Networking events with buyers and a tour of specialty-equipment shops.
• Three-night hotel stay, booth/exhibition fees, meals and transportation within the UAE.

	The fourth-annual SEMA Middle East tour will be held March 24–28, 2015, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Explore the Middle East market during the fourth-annual SEMA Middle East tour, March 24–28, 2015, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Take advantage of a limited number of subsidized slots to meet with pre-vetted buyers from throughout the Middle East and participate in the first-ever SEMA International Measuring Session abroad.

Discover the potential for your products in the customizing-crazy UAE and neighboring countries of Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Kuwait. In 2014, buyers also attended from Lebanon, Egypt, Jordan and India. These consumers seek out the latest and greatest new products to personalize their rides, and are eager for the latest American products for classic-car restoration, off-roading, racing, and street performance and appearance products.

Dates: March 24–28, 2015
Where: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Where to register: Exhibitor Registration

Option A (full program), All Events: 2015 SEMA Middle East Business Development Tour and UAE-based International Measuring Session.

This option includes:

• Exhibiting at the Customs Show Emirates at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The SEMA section of the show will only be open to pre-vetted buyers.
• Participating in the 2015 SEMA Middle East Business International Measuring session. Participants will have access to measure and examine one dozen of the most in-demand vehicle platforms in the region, but often are not available in the United States. The venue will be equipped with lifts and other tools.
• Networking events with buyers and a tour of specialty-equipment shops.
• Four-night hotel stay, booth/exhibition fees, meals and transportation within the UAE.

• Participating in the 2015 SEMA Middle East Business International Measuring session. Participants will have access to measure and examine one dozen of the most in-demand vehicle platforms in the region, but often are not available in the United States. The venue will be equipped with lifts and other tools.
• Networking event with buyers.
• Two-night hotel stay and meals.

• Exhibiting at the Customs Show Emirates at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The SEMA section of the show will only be open to pre-vetted buyers.
• Networking events with buyers and a tour of specialty-equipment shops.
• Three-night hotel stay, booth/exhibition fees, meals and transportation within the UAE.

By SEMA Editors

During the 2015 MPMC Media Trade Conference, journalists will have the opportunity to conduct private interviews with leading manufacturers.

The 2015 MPMC Media Trade Conference priority registration deadline for journalists is Tuesday, December 16.

Unlike other trade events, this gathering is designed specifically for media members and allows reporters to sit down with manufacturers in private, uninterrupted meetings. The event is ideal for all journalists, including magazine editors, freelance writers, bloggers and TV producers. Media are advised to register before the early deadline for the best chance to meet with the companies selected.

For questions about media participation, contact Della Domingo at dellad@sema.org or 909-978-6723. For exhibitor information, contact Jim Skelly at jimsk@sema.org or 909-978-6690.

By SEMA Editors

During the 2015 MPMC Media Trade Conference, journalists will have the opportunity to conduct private interviews with leading manufacturers.

The 2015 MPMC Media Trade Conference priority registration deadline for journalists is Tuesday, December 16.

Unlike other trade events, this gathering is designed specifically for media members and allows reporters to sit down with manufacturers in private, uninterrupted meetings. The event is ideal for all journalists, including magazine editors, freelance writers, bloggers and TV producers. Media are advised to register before the early deadline for the best chance to meet with the companies selected.

For questions about media participation, contact Della Domingo at dellad@sema.org or 909-978-6723. For exhibitor information, contact Jim Skelly at jimsk@sema.org or 909-978-6690.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff
 
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) wants to lower the ozone pollution standard limits to between 65 and 70 parts per billion rather than the current 75 parts per billion. The EPA contends that the stricter standard is needed to address asthma and other respiratory problems it associates with exposure to ground-level ozone, also known as smog. While there are many sources for these pollutants, stationary sources, including utilities, factories and refineries, could be a primary target. 

If the rule is finalized, the deadlines for implementation would be staggered over many years based on whether a region is already complying with the current rule or still struggling to meet the 1997 standard of 84 parts per billion. Subject to EPA oversight, states and local municipalities would decide which pollution control methods to pursue to bring their region into compliance. 

The EPA estimates that costs to comply with the standard by 2025 would range from $3–$15 billion with a public-health benefit of between $6.4–$19 billion. 

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

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff
 
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) wants to lower the ozone pollution standard limits to between 65 and 70 parts per billion rather than the current 75 parts per billion. The EPA contends that the stricter standard is needed to address asthma and other respiratory problems it associates with exposure to ground-level ozone, also known as smog. While there are many sources for these pollutants, stationary sources, including utilities, factories and refineries, could be a primary target. 

If the rule is finalized, the deadlines for implementation would be staggered over many years based on whether a region is already complying with the current rule or still struggling to meet the 1997 standard of 84 parts per billion. Subject to EPA oversight, states and local municipalities would decide which pollution control methods to pursue to bring their region into compliance. 

The EPA estimates that costs to comply with the standard by 2025 would range from $3–$15 billion with a public-health benefit of between $6.4–$19 billion. 

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

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff
 
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) wants to lower the ozone pollution standard limits to between 65 and 70 parts per billion rather than the current 75 parts per billion. The EPA contends that the stricter standard is needed to address asthma and other respiratory problems it associates with exposure to ground-level ozone, also known as smog. While there are many sources for these pollutants, stationary sources, including utilities, factories and refineries, could be a primary target. 

If the rule is finalized, the deadlines for implementation would be staggered over many years based on whether a region is already complying with the current rule or still struggling to meet the 1997 standard of 84 parts per billion. Subject to EPA oversight, states and local municipalities would decide which pollution control methods to pursue to bring their region into compliance. 

The EPA estimates that costs to comply with the standard by 2025 would range from $3–$15 billion with a public-health benefit of between $6.4–$19 billion. 

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

	The New Products Showcase, located in the upper level of South Hall, provided reporters with a quick and easy place to see what’s in the product pipeline.

• Driving Line
• PrimerPodcast 
• Motor Trend 
• FourWheeler 
• Street Rod Life 
• Exploring Elements 
• Hot Rod Network
• Modern Tire Dealer 
• On All Cylinders 
• SVT Performance

	The New Products Showcase, located in the upper level of South Hall, provided reporters with a quick and easy place to see what’s in the product pipeline.

• Driving Line
• PrimerPodcast 
• Motor Trend 
• FourWheeler 
• Street Rod Life 
• Exploring Elements 
• Hot Rod Network
• Modern Tire Dealer 
• On All Cylinders 
• SVT Performance

	The New Products Showcase, located in the upper level of South Hall, provided reporters with a quick and easy place to see what’s in the product pipeline.

• Driving Line
• PrimerPodcast 
• Motor Trend 
• FourWheeler 
• Street Rod Life 
• Exploring Elements 
• Hot Rod Network
• Modern Tire Dealer 
• On All Cylinders 
• SVT Performance