Thu, 09/01/2011 - 17:23

The 2011 SEMA Show Directory is one of the main tools that buyers use to locate companies on the SEMA Show floor. The information for the 2011 SEMA Show Directory listing is taken from SEMA Show exhibitors' Exhibit Space Rental Agreement submission. The deadline for changes to appear in the printed 2011 SEMA Show Directory is September 2, 2011. After this, all changes will only be reflected in the online listing.

The SEMA Show contact from each exhibiting company will receive e-mails with the information currently held by SEMA that will appear in your directory listing. The most recent e-mail was sent Monday, August 29, with the subject line “Final Chance to Review Your Printed 2011 Show Directory Listing.”

If the information in the e-mail is correct, reply to the e-mail for a confirmation. If you have any questions or need to make any changes, contact Marel Del Rio at mareld@sema.org or call 909/978-6740.

Upcoming Deadlines

September 2
  Celebrity Appearance Notification
September 2   Exhibitor Product Training Sessions—to be included in printed material
September 2
  Media Conference Application
September 2   Show Directory Listing Information Due
September 2   Show Directory Advertising Space Reservations
September 9
  Exhibit Space Design Notification (for all exhibits 400 NSF or more)
September 9   Hanging Sign Design Notification Order
September 9   Show Directory Advertising Materials Due
September 16   PR Company Contact Information
September 23   CompuSystems: International Exhibitor Registration (to receive badges in mail)
September 30   Booth Food Service (Advance Rate)–ARAMARK
September 30   Exhibitor-Appointed Contractor Application
September 30   Fabric Solutions–Freeman
September 30   Sponsorship Materials Due–Motor Media
September 30   Vehicle Detailing (Advance Rate)–ECA Ltd.
September 30   Student Program Application (Interns)
October 3
  Lead Retrieval Rental (Advance Rate)–CompuSytems
October 7
  Carpet and Cleaning Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7
  Credit Card Authorization–Freeman
October 7
  Cable Order (Advance Rate)–Smart City
October 7
  Electrical Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7
  Exhibit Accessories (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7
  Exhibit Furnishings (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7
  Feature Vehicle Display Application Information
October 7   Hanging Truss, Chain Hoist, Lighting and Stagehand Labor (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7   Labor, Installation and Dismantle–Freeman
October 7   Members Lounge Conference Room Reservation
October 7   Method of Payment–Freeman
October 7
  New Products Entry (Advance Rate)
October 7
  Project Vehicle Builders
October 7
  Rental Exhibit Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7   Rigging Equipment Labor Order–Freeman
October 7   Booth Security Guard Service (Advance Rate)–COPS & Pro-Tect
October 7
  Special Signs and Graphics (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7
  Target Time Changes–Freeman
October 7
  Telephone/Internet Order (Advance Rate)–Smart City
October 7   Third-Party Payment–Freeman
October 7   Utilities: Air/Water/Drain Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman
Thu, 09/01/2011 - 16:35
 
NHRA Breakfast Crew Chiefs
Emceed by the Voice of the NHRA Bob Frey (far left), last year's NHRA Breakfast featured some of the association's most iconic crew chiefs (seated left to right): Jim Dunn, Dale Armstrong, Bob Glidden, Bernie Fedderly, Austin Coil and Alan Johnson. 
Tickets are now available for the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Breakfast—one of the more anticipated and popular annual gatherings at the SEMA Show. The breakfast is open to all SEMA Show participants; however, registration is required for the event. Get your tickets now by starting at www.SEMAShow.com/register.

NHRA 60th Anniversary Logo

 
Free to all SEMA Showgoers, the most recent NHRA Breakfasts at the Show have featured panels that have included the sanctioning body's most iconic crew chiefs, top-ranked female drivers, racing legends celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Winternationals and more. Stay tuned to SEMA eNews for additional details regarding theme and features of the 2011 NHRA Breakfast.

Here is a list (PDF) of events that require registration to participate, including the New Products Award Breakfast, the SEMA Speed Networking Breakfast Powered by SEMA Businesswomen's Network and the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet.

The 2011 SEMA Show is set for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. Buyers: Register to attend the Show by visiting www.SEMAShow.com and clicking on the "Attend Show" button on the homepage. Exhibitors: Secure a booth for the 2011 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.
Thu, 09/01/2011 - 16:35
 
NHRA Breakfast Crew Chiefs
Emceed by the Voice of the NHRA Bob Frey (far left), last year's NHRA Breakfast featured some of the association's most iconic crew chiefs (seated left to right): Jim Dunn, Dale Armstrong, Bob Glidden, Bernie Fedderly, Austin Coil and Alan Johnson. 
Tickets are now available for the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Breakfast—one of the more anticipated and popular annual gatherings at the SEMA Show. The breakfast is open to all SEMA Show participants; however, registration is required for the event. Get your tickets now by starting at www.SEMAShow.com/register.

NHRA 60th Anniversary Logo

 
Free to all SEMA Showgoers, the most recent NHRA Breakfasts at the Show have featured panels that have included the sanctioning body's most iconic crew chiefs, top-ranked female drivers, racing legends celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Winternationals and more. Stay tuned to SEMA eNews for additional details regarding theme and features of the 2011 NHRA Breakfast.

Here is a list (PDF) of events that require registration to participate, including the New Products Award Breakfast, the SEMA Speed Networking Breakfast Powered by SEMA Businesswomen's Network and the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet.

The 2011 SEMA Show is set for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. Buyers: Register to attend the Show by visiting www.SEMAShow.com and clicking on the "Attend Show" button on the homepage. Exhibitors: Secure a booth for the 2011 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.
Thu, 09/01/2011 - 16:35
 
NHRA Breakfast Crew Chiefs
Emceed by the Voice of the NHRA Bob Frey (far left), last year's NHRA Breakfast featured some of the association's most iconic crew chiefs (seated left to right): Jim Dunn, Dale Armstrong, Bob Glidden, Bernie Fedderly, Austin Coil and Alan Johnson. 
Tickets are now available for the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Breakfast—one of the more anticipated and popular annual gatherings at the SEMA Show. The breakfast is open to all SEMA Show participants; however, registration is required for the event. Get your tickets now by starting at www.SEMAShow.com/register.

NHRA 60th Anniversary Logo

 
Free to all SEMA Showgoers, the most recent NHRA Breakfasts at the Show have featured panels that have included the sanctioning body's most iconic crew chiefs, top-ranked female drivers, racing legends celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Winternationals and more. Stay tuned to SEMA eNews for additional details regarding theme and features of the 2011 NHRA Breakfast.

Here is a list (PDF) of events that require registration to participate, including the New Products Award Breakfast, the SEMA Speed Networking Breakfast Powered by SEMA Businesswomen's Network and the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet.

The 2011 SEMA Show is set for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. Buyers: Register to attend the Show by visiting www.SEMAShow.com and clicking on the "Attend Show" button on the homepage. Exhibitors: Secure a booth for the 2011 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.
Thu, 09/01/2011 - 16:35
 
NHRA Breakfast Crew Chiefs
Emceed by the Voice of the NHRA Bob Frey (far left), last year's NHRA Breakfast featured some of the association's most iconic crew chiefs (seated left to right): Jim Dunn, Dale Armstrong, Bob Glidden, Bernie Fedderly, Austin Coil and Alan Johnson. 
Tickets are now available for the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Breakfast—one of the more anticipated and popular annual gatherings at the SEMA Show. The breakfast is open to all SEMA Show participants; however, registration is required for the event. Get your tickets now by starting at www.SEMAShow.com/register.

NHRA 60th Anniversary Logo

 
Free to all SEMA Showgoers, the most recent NHRA Breakfasts at the Show have featured panels that have included the sanctioning body's most iconic crew chiefs, top-ranked female drivers, racing legends celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Winternationals and more. Stay tuned to SEMA eNews for additional details regarding theme and features of the 2011 NHRA Breakfast.

Here is a list (PDF) of events that require registration to participate, including the New Products Award Breakfast, the SEMA Speed Networking Breakfast Powered by SEMA Businesswomen's Network and the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet.

The 2011 SEMA Show is set for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. Buyers: Register to attend the Show by visiting www.SEMAShow.com and clicking on the "Attend Show" button on the homepage. Exhibitors: Secure a booth for the 2011 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.
Thu, 09/01/2011 - 16:35
 
NHRA Breakfast Crew Chiefs
Emceed by the Voice of the NHRA Bob Frey (far left), last year's NHRA Breakfast featured some of the association's most iconic crew chiefs (seated left to right): Jim Dunn, Dale Armstrong, Bob Glidden, Bernie Fedderly, Austin Coil and Alan Johnson. 
Tickets are now available for the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Breakfast—one of the more anticipated and popular annual gatherings at the SEMA Show. The breakfast is open to all SEMA Show participants; however, registration is required for the event. Get your tickets now by starting at www.SEMAShow.com/register.

NHRA 60th Anniversary Logo

 
Free to all SEMA Showgoers, the most recent NHRA Breakfasts at the Show have featured panels that have included the sanctioning body's most iconic crew chiefs, top-ranked female drivers, racing legends celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Winternationals and more. Stay tuned to SEMA eNews for additional details regarding theme and features of the 2011 NHRA Breakfast.

Here is a list (PDF) of events that require registration to participate, including the New Products Award Breakfast, the SEMA Speed Networking Breakfast Powered by SEMA Businesswomen's Network and the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet.

The 2011 SEMA Show is set for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. Buyers: Register to attend the Show by visiting www.SEMAShow.com and clicking on the "Attend Show" button on the homepage. Exhibitors: Secure a booth for the 2011 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.
Thu, 09/01/2011 - 16:35
 
NHRA Breakfast Crew Chiefs
Emceed by the Voice of the NHRA Bob Frey (far left), last year's NHRA Breakfast featured some of the association's most iconic crew chiefs (seated left to right): Jim Dunn, Dale Armstrong, Bob Glidden, Bernie Fedderly, Austin Coil and Alan Johnson. 
Tickets are now available for the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Breakfast—one of the more anticipated and popular annual gatherings at the SEMA Show. The breakfast is open to all SEMA Show participants; however, registration is required for the event. Get your tickets now by starting at www.SEMAShow.com/register.

NHRA 60th Anniversary Logo

 
Free to all SEMA Showgoers, the most recent NHRA Breakfasts at the Show have featured panels that have included the sanctioning body's most iconic crew chiefs, top-ranked female drivers, racing legends celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Winternationals and more. Stay tuned to SEMA eNews for additional details regarding theme and features of the 2011 NHRA Breakfast.

Here is a list (PDF) of events that require registration to participate, including the New Products Award Breakfast, the SEMA Speed Networking Breakfast Powered by SEMA Businesswomen's Network and the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet.

The 2011 SEMA Show is set for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. Buyers: Register to attend the Show by visiting www.SEMAShow.com and clicking on the "Attend Show" button on the homepage. Exhibitors: Secure a booth for the 2011 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.
Thu, 09/01/2011 - 15:41

 

  jeep
 

The ’12 Jeep Wrangler's new engine/transmission combination enhances its on- and off-road driving performance, delivering up to 21 mpg, 40% more power and 10% more torque.

For 2012, the Jeep Wrangler receives major upgrades in performance and fuel efficiency, providing specialty-parts manufacturers an opportunity to reach enthusiasts who want to customize their Wranglers.

The ’12 model features an all-new, more fuel-efficient and more powerful 285hp, 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine and five-speed automatic transmission, both of which it shares with the Grand Cherokee. This combination enhances Wrangler’s on- and off-road driving performance, delivering up to 21 mpg, 40% more power and 10% more torque.

The ’12 Jeep Wrangler is available in two- and four-door models and offers a combination of efficient design, open-air freedom, 3,500 lbs. of towing capability, improved real-world drivability and 4x4 systems that deliver off-road capability. Compared to the previous 3.8L V6 engine, the ’12 version offers 40% more horsepower and 10% more torque. It also features the company’s first application of a manual transmission to the Pentastar V6.

With room for five adults, interior design highlights include upgraded materials, automatic temperature controls, heated seats, power mirrors and steering wheel controls for vehicle systems. A USB port connects to the media center, 12-volt accessory outlets are located throughout the Wrangler and a 115-volt AC outlet is available to power select two-pronged home electronics. Safety and security technology features include standard electronic stability control, electronic roll mitigation, trailer-sway control, hill-start assist and brake traction control.

The ’12 Jeep Wrangler stays connected with Uconnect systems, including voice recognition, Bluetooth streaming audio, navigation and SiriusXM Satellite Radio. The Wrangler’s connectivity systems have improved ergonomics by giving the driver control at their fingertips. Intuitive buttons on the front and rear of the steering wheel control a number of features, allowing the driver to keep their eyes on the road and hands on the wheel.

The Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited will continue to be available in four models: Sport, Sport S, Sahara and Rubicon. Combined with an all-new interior for 2011, the ’12 Jeep Wrangler is virtually all-new over the past two model years.

For more information, click here.

Thu, 09/01/2011 - 15:21
  camaro
  The Chevrolet Camaro was named the Hottest Car at last year's SEMA Show.
Vehicle models that are expected to have a significant presence at the 2011 SEMA Show have been named as contenders for the 2011 SEMA Award. The coveted award recognizes the industry's hottest vehicle platforms by tallying every booth vehicle at the Show, then naming the most prominent vehicle models as SEMA Award winners in four categories: Hottest Car, Hottest Truck, Hottest 4x4-SUV and Hottest Sport Compact.

"The SEMA Award contenders were named based on a number of key factors," said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. "These vehicles have all proven themselves as noteworthy and most likely to be in the running for this year's SEMA Award."

While the exhibitors are the ones who will ultimately determine the winners, contender vehicles were identified based on the support the automaker has demonstrated to the SEMA industry, preregistrations of the Show's feature vehicles, involvement in one or more SEMA OEM collaboration programs, coverage in enthusiast publications and more. The contenders for the 2011 SEMA Award are:

Hottest Car:
  • Chevrolet Camaro
  • Chevrolet Malibu
  • Chrysler 300
  • Dodge Challenger
  • Ford Mustang
  • Kia Soul
  • Lexus CT 200h
  • Mazda5
Hottest Truck:
  • Chevrolet Silverado
  • Chevrolet Tahoe
  • Ford Transit Connect
  • Ford F-Series
  • GMC Canyon
  • GMC Sierra
  • RAM
  • Toyota Tacoma
  • Toyota Tundra
Hottest 4x4-SUV:
  • Dodge Durango
  • Dodge Journey
  • Ford Explorer
  • Hyundai Santa Fe
  • Jeep Grand Cherokee
  • Jeep Wrangler
  • Kia Sportage
  • Toyota RAV4
  • Toyota FJ Cruiser
Hottest Sport Compact:
  • Chevrolet Cruze
  • Chevrolet Sonic
  • Ford Fiesta
  • Ford Focus
  • FIAT 500
  • Honda Civic
  • Honda CRZ
  • Hyundai Veloster
  • Lexus IS
  • Mazda2
  • Scion iQ
  • Scion tC
  • Subaru Impreza
Owners of the contender vehicles will have an opportunity to have their vehicles showcased at the 2011 SEMA Show through the SEMA Award Contender Contest. Details regarding the contest are available at www.sema.org/semaaward.

The SEMA Award winners will be announced on the first day of the 2011 SEMA Show, Tuesday, November 1, 2011, in Las Vegas.
Thu, 09/01/2011 - 15:21
  camaro
  The Chevrolet Camaro was named the Hottest Car at last year's SEMA Show.
Vehicle models that are expected to have a significant presence at the 2011 SEMA Show have been named as contenders for the 2011 SEMA Award. The coveted award recognizes the industry's hottest vehicle platforms by tallying every booth vehicle at the Show, then naming the most prominent vehicle models as SEMA Award winners in four categories: Hottest Car, Hottest Truck, Hottest 4x4-SUV and Hottest Sport Compact.

"The SEMA Award contenders were named based on a number of key factors," said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. "These vehicles have all proven themselves as noteworthy and most likely to be in the running for this year's SEMA Award."

While the exhibitors are the ones who will ultimately determine the winners, contender vehicles were identified based on the support the automaker has demonstrated to the SEMA industry, preregistrations of the Show's feature vehicles, involvement in one or more SEMA OEM collaboration programs, coverage in enthusiast publications and more. The contenders for the 2011 SEMA Award are:

Hottest Car:
  • Chevrolet Camaro
  • Chevrolet Malibu
  • Chrysler 300
  • Dodge Challenger
  • Ford Mustang
  • Kia Soul
  • Lexus CT 200h
  • Mazda5
Hottest Truck:
  • Chevrolet Silverado
  • Chevrolet Tahoe
  • Ford Transit Connect
  • Ford F-Series
  • GMC Canyon
  • GMC Sierra
  • RAM
  • Toyota Tacoma
  • Toyota Tundra
Hottest 4x4-SUV:
  • Dodge Durango
  • Dodge Journey
  • Ford Explorer
  • Hyundai Santa Fe
  • Jeep Grand Cherokee
  • Jeep Wrangler
  • Kia Sportage
  • Toyota RAV4
  • Toyota FJ Cruiser
Hottest Sport Compact:
  • Chevrolet Cruze
  • Chevrolet Sonic
  • Ford Fiesta
  • Ford Focus
  • FIAT 500
  • Honda Civic
  • Honda CRZ
  • Hyundai Veloster
  • Lexus IS
  • Mazda2
  • Scion iQ
  • Scion tC
  • Subaru Impreza
Owners of the contender vehicles will have an opportunity to have their vehicles showcased at the 2011 SEMA Show through the SEMA Award Contender Contest. Details regarding the contest are available at www.sema.org/semaaward.

The SEMA Award winners will be announced on the first day of the 2011 SEMA Show, Tuesday, November 1, 2011, in Las Vegas.