The Aftermarket Foundation's Celebrity Golf Tournament was renamed the Bob Schoeberl Memorial Golf Tournament, in honor of the late Schoeberl and his contributions as a member of the Aftermarket Foundation's Board.

The 22nd edition of the Aftermarket Foundation Celebrity Golf Tournament is set to tee off Monday, November 4, at the Las Vegas Country Club. The tournament was recently renamed the Bob Schoeberl Memorial Golf Tournament, in honor of the long-time industry leader, philanthropist and member of the Aftermarket Foundation Board, who founded the tournament and was its most ardent supporter. The event is sporting a new moniker, but continues its goal of raising money to help the less-fortunate in the aftermarket industry.

Bob Hirsch, President of the Aftermarket Foundation, stated, “This celebrity tournament has become not only one of the largest charity fundraising events in the automotive aftermarket, it is one of the cornerstones on which the Aftermarket Foundation has built its awareness program and is one of its core fundraising activities. The event features a virtual who’s who of all segments of the aftermarket, each of whom are like-minded supporters of the Aftermarket Foundation’s efforts to help those in need.”

“But,” Hirsch added, “demand for assistance from the Aftermarket Foundation has increased, and we are asking for additional help in our fundraising activities by way of a Tee Sponsorship at our Celebrity Tournament. For a modest amount, a Tee Sponsor will get their company name in front of more than 150 of the most influential aftermarket leaders, from manufacturing, distribution and retailers, across traditional lines and the specialty markets. Not only is it an opportunity for a company to get seen, it is an opportunity to demonstrate that your company is one that cares about ‘taking care of our own,’ and shares and support the values of those who participate in this tournament.”

The tournament has featured a wide number of celebrities in the past, including Arnold Palmer, who served as Celebrity Golf Pro for many years. Members of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), who are also staunch supporters of the Aftermarket Foundation, have lent their time to the event, including Johnny Gray, Ron Capps and legendary Funny Car pioneer Don Schumacher.

This year, the Bob Schoeberl Memorial Golf Tournament will feature PGA Pro Bruce Fleisher, who will run a clinic for the tournament golfers. Fleisher has finished 1st on the Champions Tour 18 times, and ranks 5th in Champions Career Money Leaders on the tour.

To support the Aftermarket Foundation’s activities and sponsor a tee at this year’s tournament, contact Terry O’Reilly at 613-341-9200 ext. 125 or e-mail at terry.oreilly@pricedex.com.

	The Aftermarket Foundation's Celebrity Golf Tournament was renamed the Bob Schoeberl Memorial Golf Tournament, in honor of the late Schoeberl and his contributions as a member of the Aftermarket Foundation's Board.

The 22nd edition of the Aftermarket Foundation Celebrity Golf Tournament is set to tee off Monday, November 4, at the Las Vegas Country Club. The tournament was recently renamed the Bob Schoeberl Memorial Golf Tournament, in honor of the long-time industry leader, philanthropist and member of the Aftermarket Foundation Board, who founded the tournament and was its most ardent supporter. The event is sporting a new moniker, but continues its goal of raising money to help the less-fortunate in the aftermarket industry.

Bob Hirsch, President of the Aftermarket Foundation, stated, “This celebrity tournament has become not only one of the largest charity fundraising events in the automotive aftermarket, it is one of the cornerstones on which the Aftermarket Foundation has built its awareness program and is one of its core fundraising activities. The event features a virtual who’s who of all segments of the aftermarket, each of whom are like-minded supporters of the Aftermarket Foundation’s efforts to help those in need.”

“But,” Hirsch added, “demand for assistance from the Aftermarket Foundation has increased, and we are asking for additional help in our fundraising activities by way of a Tee Sponsorship at our Celebrity Tournament. For a modest amount, a Tee Sponsor will get their company name in front of more than 150 of the most influential aftermarket leaders, from manufacturing, distribution and retailers, across traditional lines and the specialty markets. Not only is it an opportunity for a company to get seen, it is an opportunity to demonstrate that your company is one that cares about ‘taking care of our own,’ and shares and support the values of those who participate in this tournament.”

The tournament has featured a wide number of celebrities in the past, including Arnold Palmer, who served as Celebrity Golf Pro for many years. Members of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), who are also staunch supporters of the Aftermarket Foundation, have lent their time to the event, including Johnny Gray, Ron Capps and legendary Funny Car pioneer Don Schumacher.

This year, the Bob Schoeberl Memorial Golf Tournament will feature PGA Pro Bruce Fleisher, who will run a clinic for the tournament golfers. Fleisher has finished 1st on the Champions Tour 18 times, and ranks 5th in Champions Career Money Leaders on the tour.

To support the Aftermarket Foundation’s activities and sponsor a tee at this year’s tournament, contact Terry O’Reilly at 613-341-9200 ext. 125 or e-mail at terry.oreilly@pricedex.com.

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Show's annual Industry Awards Banquet celebration will feature numerous celebrities, including new SEMA Hall of Famer George Barris.

This year the SEMA Show’s annual Industry Awards Banquet celebration will include an unprecedented number of celebrities, entertainers and industry leaders, plus great food and music. The event takes place Thursday night, November 7, at the LVH Paradise Event Center in Las Vegas.

Comedians John Heffron of Comedy Central fame and Jon Reep—“The HEMI Guy”—will perform during the dinner. The SEMA After-Party, also being held at the LVH Paradise Event Center from 10:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., will feature "American Idol" winner Taylor Hicks performing a 60-minute acoustic set.

Also on stage that evening will be Jessi Combs and Bogi Lateiner from Velocity's "All Girl Garage," Alex Debogorski from "Ice Road Truckers," Lou Santiago and Jared Zimmerman from "Velocity's Car Fix" and Dan Short from Velocity's "Fantomworks."

Industry leaders will include Chip Foose and new SEMA Hall of Fame inductees George Barris, Eric Grant, “Gentleman” Joe Schubeck and Wade Kawasaki. Also in attendance will be SEMA Board Chairman Nate Shelton and SEMA Chair-elect Doug Evans.

To purchase tickets, visit www.SEMAShow.com/banquet. For more information, contact Jamie Eriksen at 909-978-6737 or JamieE@sema.org.

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Show's annual Industry Awards Banquet celebration will feature numerous celebrities, including new SEMA Hall of Famer George Barris.

This year the SEMA Show’s annual Industry Awards Banquet celebration will include an unprecedented number of celebrities, entertainers and industry leaders, plus great food and music. The event takes place Thursday night, November 7, at the LVH Paradise Event Center in Las Vegas.

Comedians John Heffron of Comedy Central fame and Jon Reep—“The HEMI Guy”—will perform during the dinner. The SEMA After-Party, also being held at the LVH Paradise Event Center from 10:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., will feature "American Idol" winner Taylor Hicks performing a 60-minute acoustic set.

Also on stage that evening will be Jessi Combs and Bogi Lateiner from Velocity's "All Girl Garage," Alex Debogorski from "Ice Road Truckers," Lou Santiago and Jared Zimmerman from "Velocity's Car Fix" and Dan Short from Velocity's "Fantomworks."

Industry leaders will include Chip Foose and new SEMA Hall of Fame inductees George Barris, Eric Grant, “Gentleman” Joe Schubeck and Wade Kawasaki. Also in attendance will be SEMA Board Chairman Nate Shelton and SEMA Chair-elect Doug Evans.

To purchase tickets, visit www.SEMAShow.com/banquet. For more information, contact Jamie Eriksen at 909-978-6737 or JamieE@sema.org.

By Jason Catullo

	There's still time to reserve a comfortable, convenient room for the 2013 SEMA Show.

SEMA Showgoers yet to secure hotel rooms for the week of the 2013 SEMA Show still have time to reserve a comfortable, convenient room for the annual specialty-equipment trade show. The official Travel & Lodging page of the SEMA Show website, www.SEMAShow.com/travel, currently features up-to-date average rates for rooms available at more than 20 hotels, including the room type and the hotel's distance from the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Attendees shopping based on hotel convenience, guaranteed low rates, available amenities or a combination of the three will find what they are are looking for at www.SEMAShow.com/travel.

Hotels Currently Available Under for $100

• Best Western Mardi Gras – $77
• Circus Circus – $69
• Excalibur – $93
• Riviera Hotel and Casino – $95
• Stratosphere Casino and Hotel Tower – $71
• The Quad Resort & Casino – $79
• Tropicana LV – $99

SEMA partners with Travel Planners, the official housing service of the SEMA Show, to provide attendees with an array of options, special perks and professional customer services throughout the entire housing process.

Hotels 1 Mile or Less From the LVCC

• Best Western Mardi Gras – $77
• Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas – $189
• Embassy Suites Convention Center – $189
• Las Vegas Marriott – $179
• Residence Inn Convention Center – $169
• Riviera Hotel and Casino – $95
• Spring Hill Suites Las Vegas Convention Center – $174
• Stratosphere Casino and Hotel Tower – $71

Showgoers making reservations through Travel Planners will benefit from the company's Lowest Rate Assurance, which the company negotiates into every hotel contract to provide lowest-rate guarantees for attendees and exhibitors. Even if rooms are already reserved, Travel Planners will lower the rate automatically and confirm the savings by e-mail.

More Benefits of Booking With Travel Planners

• No service fees charged
• Update or cancel reservations up to three days prior to the Show without fees or penalties
• Immediate confirmation upon making reservations
• On-site assistance from Travel Planners staff at the SEMA Show
• Pre-negotiated rates don't change regardless of when rooms are booked (space providing).

For more information on the 2013 SEMA Show or to register, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

By Jason Catullo

	There's still time to reserve a comfortable, convenient room for the 2013 SEMA Show.

SEMA Showgoers yet to secure hotel rooms for the week of the 2013 SEMA Show still have time to reserve a comfortable, convenient room for the annual specialty-equipment trade show. The official Travel & Lodging page of the SEMA Show website, www.SEMAShow.com/travel, currently features up-to-date average rates for rooms available at more than 20 hotels, including the room type and the hotel's distance from the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Attendees shopping based on hotel convenience, guaranteed low rates, available amenities or a combination of the three will find what they are are looking for at www.SEMAShow.com/travel.

Hotels Currently Available Under for $100

• Best Western Mardi Gras – $77
• Circus Circus – $69
• Excalibur – $93
• Riviera Hotel and Casino – $95
• Stratosphere Casino and Hotel Tower – $71
• The Quad Resort & Casino – $79
• Tropicana LV – $99

SEMA partners with Travel Planners, the official housing service of the SEMA Show, to provide attendees with an array of options, special perks and professional customer services throughout the entire housing process.

Hotels 1 Mile or Less From the LVCC

• Best Western Mardi Gras – $77
• Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas – $189
• Embassy Suites Convention Center – $189
• Las Vegas Marriott – $179
• Residence Inn Convention Center – $169
• Riviera Hotel and Casino – $95
• Spring Hill Suites Las Vegas Convention Center – $174
• Stratosphere Casino and Hotel Tower – $71

Showgoers making reservations through Travel Planners will benefit from the company's Lowest Rate Assurance, which the company negotiates into every hotel contract to provide lowest-rate guarantees for attendees and exhibitors. Even if rooms are already reserved, Travel Planners will lower the rate automatically and confirm the savings by e-mail.

More Benefits of Booking With Travel Planners

• No service fees charged
• Update or cancel reservations up to three days prior to the Show without fees or penalties
• Immediate confirmation upon making reservations
• On-site assistance from Travel Planners staff at the SEMA Show
• Pre-negotiated rates don't change regardless of when rooms are booked (space providing).

For more information on the 2013 SEMA Show or to register, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

By Jason Catullo

	There's still time to reserve a comfortable, convenient room for the 2013 SEMA Show.

SEMA Showgoers yet to secure hotel rooms for the week of the 2013 SEMA Show still have time to reserve a comfortable, convenient room for the annual specialty-equipment trade show. The official Travel & Lodging page of the SEMA Show website, www.SEMAShow.com/travel, currently features up-to-date average rates for rooms available at more than 20 hotels, including the room type and the hotel's distance from the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Attendees shopping based on hotel convenience, guaranteed low rates, available amenities or a combination of the three will find what they are are looking for at www.SEMAShow.com/travel.

Hotels Currently Available Under for $100

• Best Western Mardi Gras – $77
• Circus Circus – $69
• Excalibur – $93
• Riviera Hotel and Casino – $95
• Stratosphere Casino and Hotel Tower – $71
• The Quad Resort & Casino – $79
• Tropicana LV – $99

SEMA partners with Travel Planners, the official housing service of the SEMA Show, to provide attendees with an array of options, special perks and professional customer services throughout the entire housing process.

Hotels 1 Mile or Less From the LVCC

• Best Western Mardi Gras – $77
• Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas – $189
• Embassy Suites Convention Center – $189
• Las Vegas Marriott – $179
• Residence Inn Convention Center – $169
• Riviera Hotel and Casino – $95
• Spring Hill Suites Las Vegas Convention Center – $174
• Stratosphere Casino and Hotel Tower – $71

Showgoers making reservations through Travel Planners will benefit from the company's Lowest Rate Assurance, which the company negotiates into every hotel contract to provide lowest-rate guarantees for attendees and exhibitors. Even if rooms are already reserved, Travel Planners will lower the rate automatically and confirm the savings by e-mail.

More Benefits of Booking With Travel Planners

• No service fees charged
• Update or cancel reservations up to three days prior to the Show without fees or penalties
• Immediate confirmation upon making reservations
• On-site assistance from Travel Planners staff at the SEMA Show
• Pre-negotiated rates don't change regardless of when rooms are booked (space providing).

For more information on the 2013 SEMA Show or to register, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

By SEMA Editors

’51 Willys M38

Historic ’41 Jeep Prototypes: Ford GP, Willys MA and Bantam BRC40

’52 Willys M38A1

’43 Ford GPA

Omix-ADA has announced it will debut a portion of its collection of historic Jeeps at the 2013 SEMA Show in Las Vegas at the company’s Off-Road Success Center, located in the upper South Hall lobby of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Omix-ADA will display several wartime Jeeps—including three early prototypes—in conjunction with the company’s patriotic theme and live on-site build of a modern military-inspired Jeep Wrangler (JK) at this year’s Show.

The Omix-ADA collection includes a variety of historically significant Jeeps, chronicling the brand’s history from pre-WWII prototypes through the modern-day Wrangler JK. The three prototypes being brought to this year’s SEMA show include a Ford GP, a Bantam BRC40 and a Willys MA, all from 1941, as part of its celebration of Jeep military history.

“Our collection includes more than 20 military and civilian Jeeps built between 1941 and 2013. This is just a small sampling of the vehicles being preserved by Omix-ADA,” said Dave Logan, product manager at Omix-ADA. “As the American government prepared itself for war, these are the vehicles that would later prove essential in battle. The prototypes we’re bringing to the SEMA Show were the basis for vehicles that contributed tremendously to the war effort and were involved in some of the key turning points of the war.”

The prototypes that Ford, Bantam and Willys motor companies sent to the U.S. government proved to be incredibly reliable and easily maneuverable in battle. In fact, they revolutionized vehicle combat and set the standard for other fighting vehicles thereafter.

The ’41 Willys MA that Omix-ADA is bringing to the SEMA Show was a sturdy Jeep prototype built for testing prior to United States' participation in WWII. This particular MA was also driven over the Rubicon Trail in 1951 during the first Jeepers Jamboree.

The second prototype, a ’41 Bantam BRC40, was the third generation of a development vehicle from Bantam, succeeding the original Bantam Pilot and the BRC60. Although the military recognized the benefits of the Bantam BRC40, Bantam’s inability to meet wartime production needs left Ford and Willys as the two main manufacturers during the war.

The third prototype at the SEMA Show to be on display—a ’41 Ford GP—was Ford’s second prototype vehicle developed for the war effort. Small in size and lightweight, these new vehicles were designed to carry out a number of duties, including quick troop transport, towing anti-tank guns and other light auxiliary and artillery pieces. The Ford GP was the basis for many of the design features that became part of the standard WWII Army Jeep.

“Our ever-growing collection of Jeeps is representative of our company as a whole,” said Henk Van Dongen, director of marketing at Omix-ADA. “Omix-ADA carries parts for everything from the earliest Ford, Bantam and Willys to the latest Wrangler JK, and everything in between.”

Select Jeeps Omix-ADA will feature during the SEMA Show include:

• ’41 Ford GP
• ’41 Bantam BRC40
• ’41 Willys MA
• ’42 Willys MB
• ’43 Ford GPA (Amphibious Jeep)
• ’51 Willys M38
• ’52 Willys M38A1
• ’67 Kaiser Jeep M715

Omix-ADA will also build a four-door ’13 Commando Green Wrangler Rubicon as part of its live, on-site festivities. Designed by Omix-ADA as a modern interpretation of what a military Jeep might look like today, the build will be carried out by veterans on-site. Facilitating the three-day event, will be actor and Marine Corp veteran R. Lee Ermey. Additional information about the live build will be available in the weeks to come, ahead of SEMA.

For more information on Omix-ADA’s complete Jeep Collection, visit www.jeepcollection.com.

By SEMA Editors

’51 Willys M38

Historic ’41 Jeep Prototypes: Ford GP, Willys MA and Bantam BRC40

’52 Willys M38A1

’43 Ford GPA

Omix-ADA has announced it will debut a portion of its collection of historic Jeeps at the 2013 SEMA Show in Las Vegas at the company’s Off-Road Success Center, located in the upper South Hall lobby of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Omix-ADA will display several wartime Jeeps—including three early prototypes—in conjunction with the company’s patriotic theme and live on-site build of a modern military-inspired Jeep Wrangler (JK) at this year’s Show.

The Omix-ADA collection includes a variety of historically significant Jeeps, chronicling the brand’s history from pre-WWII prototypes through the modern-day Wrangler JK. The three prototypes being brought to this year’s SEMA show include a Ford GP, a Bantam BRC40 and a Willys MA, all from 1941, as part of its celebration of Jeep military history.

“Our collection includes more than 20 military and civilian Jeeps built between 1941 and 2013. This is just a small sampling of the vehicles being preserved by Omix-ADA,” said Dave Logan, product manager at Omix-ADA. “As the American government prepared itself for war, these are the vehicles that would later prove essential in battle. The prototypes we’re bringing to the SEMA Show were the basis for vehicles that contributed tremendously to the war effort and were involved in some of the key turning points of the war.”

The prototypes that Ford, Bantam and Willys motor companies sent to the U.S. government proved to be incredibly reliable and easily maneuverable in battle. In fact, they revolutionized vehicle combat and set the standard for other fighting vehicles thereafter.

The ’41 Willys MA that Omix-ADA is bringing to the SEMA Show was a sturdy Jeep prototype built for testing prior to United States' participation in WWII. This particular MA was also driven over the Rubicon Trail in 1951 during the first Jeepers Jamboree.

The second prototype, a ’41 Bantam BRC40, was the third generation of a development vehicle from Bantam, succeeding the original Bantam Pilot and the BRC60. Although the military recognized the benefits of the Bantam BRC40, Bantam’s inability to meet wartime production needs left Ford and Willys as the two main manufacturers during the war.

The third prototype at the SEMA Show to be on display—a ’41 Ford GP—was Ford’s second prototype vehicle developed for the war effort. Small in size and lightweight, these new vehicles were designed to carry out a number of duties, including quick troop transport, towing anti-tank guns and other light auxiliary and artillery pieces. The Ford GP was the basis for many of the design features that became part of the standard WWII Army Jeep.

“Our ever-growing collection of Jeeps is representative of our company as a whole,” said Henk Van Dongen, director of marketing at Omix-ADA. “Omix-ADA carries parts for everything from the earliest Ford, Bantam and Willys to the latest Wrangler JK, and everything in between.”

Select Jeeps Omix-ADA will feature during the SEMA Show include:

• ’41 Ford GP
• ’41 Bantam BRC40
• ’41 Willys MA
• ’42 Willys MB
• ’43 Ford GPA (Amphibious Jeep)
• ’51 Willys M38
• ’52 Willys M38A1
• ’67 Kaiser Jeep M715

Omix-ADA will also build a four-door ’13 Commando Green Wrangler Rubicon as part of its live, on-site festivities. Designed by Omix-ADA as a modern interpretation of what a military Jeep might look like today, the build will be carried out by veterans on-site. Facilitating the three-day event, will be actor and Marine Corp veteran R. Lee Ermey. Additional information about the live build will be available in the weeks to come, ahead of SEMA.

For more information on Omix-ADA’s complete Jeep Collection, visit www.jeepcollection.com.

By SEMA Editors

’51 Willys M38

Historic ’41 Jeep Prototypes: Ford GP, Willys MA and Bantam BRC40

’52 Willys M38A1

’43 Ford GPA

Omix-ADA has announced it will debut a portion of its collection of historic Jeeps at the 2013 SEMA Show in Las Vegas at the company’s Off-Road Success Center, located in the upper South Hall lobby of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Omix-ADA will display several wartime Jeeps—including three early prototypes—in conjunction with the company’s patriotic theme and live on-site build of a modern military-inspired Jeep Wrangler (JK) at this year’s Show.

The Omix-ADA collection includes a variety of historically significant Jeeps, chronicling the brand’s history from pre-WWII prototypes through the modern-day Wrangler JK. The three prototypes being brought to this year’s SEMA show include a Ford GP, a Bantam BRC40 and a Willys MA, all from 1941, as part of its celebration of Jeep military history.

“Our collection includes more than 20 military and civilian Jeeps built between 1941 and 2013. This is just a small sampling of the vehicles being preserved by Omix-ADA,” said Dave Logan, product manager at Omix-ADA. “As the American government prepared itself for war, these are the vehicles that would later prove essential in battle. The prototypes we’re bringing to the SEMA Show were the basis for vehicles that contributed tremendously to the war effort and were involved in some of the key turning points of the war.”

The prototypes that Ford, Bantam and Willys motor companies sent to the U.S. government proved to be incredibly reliable and easily maneuverable in battle. In fact, they revolutionized vehicle combat and set the standard for other fighting vehicles thereafter.

The ’41 Willys MA that Omix-ADA is bringing to the SEMA Show was a sturdy Jeep prototype built for testing prior to United States' participation in WWII. This particular MA was also driven over the Rubicon Trail in 1951 during the first Jeepers Jamboree.

The second prototype, a ’41 Bantam BRC40, was the third generation of a development vehicle from Bantam, succeeding the original Bantam Pilot and the BRC60. Although the military recognized the benefits of the Bantam BRC40, Bantam’s inability to meet wartime production needs left Ford and Willys as the two main manufacturers during the war.

The third prototype at the SEMA Show to be on display—a ’41 Ford GP—was Ford’s second prototype vehicle developed for the war effort. Small in size and lightweight, these new vehicles were designed to carry out a number of duties, including quick troop transport, towing anti-tank guns and other light auxiliary and artillery pieces. The Ford GP was the basis for many of the design features that became part of the standard WWII Army Jeep.

“Our ever-growing collection of Jeeps is representative of our company as a whole,” said Henk Van Dongen, director of marketing at Omix-ADA. “Omix-ADA carries parts for everything from the earliest Ford, Bantam and Willys to the latest Wrangler JK, and everything in between.”

Select Jeeps Omix-ADA will feature during the SEMA Show include:

• ’41 Ford GP
• ’41 Bantam BRC40
• ’41 Willys MA
• ’42 Willys MB
• ’43 Ford GPA (Amphibious Jeep)
• ’51 Willys M38
• ’52 Willys M38A1
• ’67 Kaiser Jeep M715

Omix-ADA will also build a four-door ’13 Commando Green Wrangler Rubicon as part of its live, on-site festivities. Designed by Omix-ADA as a modern interpretation of what a military Jeep might look like today, the build will be carried out by veterans on-site. Facilitating the three-day event, will be actor and Marine Corp veteran R. Lee Ermey. Additional information about the live build will be available in the weeks to come, ahead of SEMA.

For more information on Omix-ADA’s complete Jeep Collection, visit www.jeepcollection.com.