Thu, 08/21/2014 - 09:21
 raptor

The shooters at KGP Photography caught this Ford Raptor wearing performance upgrades and testing at Ford Dearborn Development Center.

 raptor

Photo credit: KGP Photography

Thu, 08/21/2014 - 09:21
 raptor

The shooters at KGP Photography caught this Ford Raptor wearing performance upgrades and testing at Ford Dearborn Development Center.

 raptor

Photo credit: KGP Photography

Thu, 08/21/2014 - 09:21
 raptor

The shooters at KGP Photography caught this Ford Raptor wearing performance upgrades and testing at Ford Dearborn Development Center.

 raptor

Photo credit: KGP Photography

Thu, 08/21/2014 - 09:04

By SEMA Editors

  directory
The deadline to ensure that exhibitor information is listed accurately in the 2014 SEMA Show Directory for buyers and media is Friday, August 29.
  

SEMA Show exhibitors are encouraged to take a few minutes to review their company information that will appear in the 2014 SEMA Show Directory. The deadline to ensure that exhibitor information is listed accurately for Show buyers and media is Friday, August 29.

Since the submission of their online Exhibit Space Rental Agreement, exhibitors may have company information that needs to be updated, or has changed completely. While verifying the information, exhibitors should pay particular attention to applicable product categories. Only an exhibitor’s product category will be included in the printed 2014 SEMA Show Directory.

Post-Show data provided by SEMA Show management reveals that 51% of buyers are influenced to meet with a company because of the directory, and it is one of the top sources that influences buyers to visit an exhibitor. Also, 63% say the directory is a useful tool for helping them navigate the Show.

The deadline for changes to the printed publication is Friday, August 29. Any changes made after the deadline will appear on the online floorplan only.

Get Started

  1. Go to SEMA Show Directory Update
  2. Click on your Company Name
  3. Enter your company password (your password is nine digits followed by the letter "O")
  4. Click "login"

Additional SEMA Show Directory Update Instructions are available online. Contact Marel Del Rio at mareld@sema.org with questions.

Thu, 08/21/2014 - 09:04

By SEMA Editors

  directory
The deadline to ensure that exhibitor information is listed accurately in the 2014 SEMA Show Directory for buyers and media is Friday, August 29.
  

SEMA Show exhibitors are encouraged to take a few minutes to review their company information that will appear in the 2014 SEMA Show Directory. The deadline to ensure that exhibitor information is listed accurately for Show buyers and media is Friday, August 29.

Since the submission of their online Exhibit Space Rental Agreement, exhibitors may have company information that needs to be updated, or has changed completely. While verifying the information, exhibitors should pay particular attention to applicable product categories. Only an exhibitor’s product category will be included in the printed 2014 SEMA Show Directory.

Post-Show data provided by SEMA Show management reveals that 51% of buyers are influenced to meet with a company because of the directory, and it is one of the top sources that influences buyers to visit an exhibitor. Also, 63% say the directory is a useful tool for helping them navigate the Show.

The deadline for changes to the printed publication is Friday, August 29. Any changes made after the deadline will appear on the online floorplan only.

Get Started

  1. Go to SEMA Show Directory Update
  2. Click on your Company Name
  3. Enter your company password (your password is nine digits followed by the letter "O")
  4. Click "login"

Additional SEMA Show Directory Update Instructions are available online. Contact Marel Del Rio at mareld@sema.org with questions.

Thu, 08/21/2014 - 09:04

By SEMA Editors

  directory
The deadline to ensure that exhibitor information is listed accurately in the 2014 SEMA Show Directory for buyers and media is Friday, August 29.
  

SEMA Show exhibitors are encouraged to take a few minutes to review their company information that will appear in the 2014 SEMA Show Directory. The deadline to ensure that exhibitor information is listed accurately for Show buyers and media is Friday, August 29.

Since the submission of their online Exhibit Space Rental Agreement, exhibitors may have company information that needs to be updated, or has changed completely. While verifying the information, exhibitors should pay particular attention to applicable product categories. Only an exhibitor’s product category will be included in the printed 2014 SEMA Show Directory.

Post-Show data provided by SEMA Show management reveals that 51% of buyers are influenced to meet with a company because of the directory, and it is one of the top sources that influences buyers to visit an exhibitor. Also, 63% say the directory is a useful tool for helping them navigate the Show.

The deadline for changes to the printed publication is Friday, August 29. Any changes made after the deadline will appear on the online floorplan only.

Get Started

  1. Go to SEMA Show Directory Update
  2. Click on your Company Name
  3. Enter your company password (your password is nine digits followed by the letter "O")
  4. Click "login"

Additional SEMA Show Directory Update Instructions are available online. Contact Marel Del Rio at mareld@sema.org with questions.

Thu, 08/21/2014 - 09:00

By Linda Spencer

  international
The International Happy Hour provides an excellent opportunity to network with buyers and distributors from around the world.
  

Nearly 25% of buyers attending the SEMA Show reside outside the United States. Show attendees are invited to participate in three interactive sessions regarding emerging international markets where top specialty-equipment distributors and retailers will talk about the challenges and opportunities they face and identify the best-selling products for street performance, off-roading and other growing niches.

These sessions will take place Monday, November 3, in the Upper North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, Room N259.

Schedule:

Seminar: IT1: International
Middle East Opportunities for U.S. manufacturers
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Seminar: IT2: International
The Developing Russian Specialty-Equipment Market
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

Seminar: IT3: International
Insider Tips: Selling Specialty-Equipment Products in China, the World’s Largest Emerging Automotive Market
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Exhibitors are also invited to the 11th annual International Happy Hour, Wednesday, November 5, where more than 1,000 companies are expected to attend. The event provides an excellent opportunity to network with buyers and distributors from around the world. Top international media from key overseas markets will also be in attendance.

Exhibitors can register online. Registration is complimentary, but pre-registration is required. Questions? Contact Bettyg@sema.org.

Thu, 08/21/2014 - 09:00

By Linda Spencer

  international
The International Happy Hour provides an excellent opportunity to network with buyers and distributors from around the world.
  

Nearly 25% of buyers attending the SEMA Show reside outside the United States. Show attendees are invited to participate in three interactive sessions regarding emerging international markets where top specialty-equipment distributors and retailers will talk about the challenges and opportunities they face and identify the best-selling products for street performance, off-roading and other growing niches.

These sessions will take place Monday, November 3, in the Upper North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, Room N259.

Schedule:

Seminar: IT1: International
Middle East Opportunities for U.S. manufacturers
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Seminar: IT2: International
The Developing Russian Specialty-Equipment Market
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

Seminar: IT3: International
Insider Tips: Selling Specialty-Equipment Products in China, the World’s Largest Emerging Automotive Market
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Exhibitors are also invited to the 11th annual International Happy Hour, Wednesday, November 5, where more than 1,000 companies are expected to attend. The event provides an excellent opportunity to network with buyers and distributors from around the world. Top international media from key overseas markets will also be in attendance.

Exhibitors can register online. Registration is complimentary, but pre-registration is required. Questions? Contact Bettyg@sema.org.

Thu, 08/21/2014 - 09:00

By Linda Spencer

  international
The International Happy Hour provides an excellent opportunity to network with buyers and distributors from around the world.
  

Nearly 25% of buyers attending the SEMA Show reside outside the United States. Show attendees are invited to participate in three interactive sessions regarding emerging international markets where top specialty-equipment distributors and retailers will talk about the challenges and opportunities they face and identify the best-selling products for street performance, off-roading and other growing niches.

These sessions will take place Monday, November 3, in the Upper North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, Room N259.

Schedule:

Seminar: IT1: International
Middle East Opportunities for U.S. manufacturers
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Seminar: IT2: International
The Developing Russian Specialty-Equipment Market
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

Seminar: IT3: International
Insider Tips: Selling Specialty-Equipment Products in China, the World’s Largest Emerging Automotive Market
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Exhibitors are also invited to the 11th annual International Happy Hour, Wednesday, November 5, where more than 1,000 companies are expected to attend. The event provides an excellent opportunity to network with buyers and distributors from around the world. Top international media from key overseas markets will also be in attendance.

Exhibitors can register online. Registration is complimentary, but pre-registration is required. Questions? Contact Bettyg@sema.org.

Thu, 08/21/2014 - 09:00

By Linda Spencer

  international
The International Happy Hour provides an excellent opportunity to network with buyers and distributors from around the world.
  

Nearly 25% of buyers attending the SEMA Show reside outside the United States. Show attendees are invited to participate in three interactive sessions regarding emerging international markets where top specialty-equipment distributors and retailers will talk about the challenges and opportunities they face and identify the best-selling products for street performance, off-roading and other growing niches.

These sessions will take place Monday, November 3, in the Upper North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, Room N259.

Schedule:

Seminar: IT1: International
Middle East Opportunities for U.S. manufacturers
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Seminar: IT2: International
The Developing Russian Specialty-Equipment Market
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

Seminar: IT3: International
Insider Tips: Selling Specialty-Equipment Products in China, the World’s Largest Emerging Automotive Market
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Exhibitors are also invited to the 11th annual International Happy Hour, Wednesday, November 5, where more than 1,000 companies are expected to attend. The event provides an excellent opportunity to network with buyers and distributors from around the world. Top international media from key overseas markets will also be in attendance.

Exhibitors can register online. Registration is complimentary, but pre-registration is required. Questions? Contact Bettyg@sema.org.