The 2010 SEMA Show will attract numerous industry personalities and celebrities from all facets of the automotive industry. To see if your favorite personality is making the trip to Vegas for the Show, use the Celebrity Appearance List. More information on the 2010 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.
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Are you hunting for a new job? The “Positions Available” section in the
SEMA Member Classifieds lists more than 50 job openings around the
country. Highlighted this week are some of the latest postings added to the classifieds:
- Sales Account Manager: Vehicle Performance Systems Inc., a division of Pilot Automotive, City of Industry, California, is seeking a sales account manager for its OEM business located in Peachtree City, Georgia, to sell products to automotive OEMs (accessory and production programs), power sport, marine, recreational vehicle, bus, and agriculture/construction markets on a nationwide basis.
- Sales at American Eagle: American Eagle Wheel is looking for a sales manager for its Lansing, Michigan, distribution center. American Eagle is also seeking an inside sales person for its San Jose, California, distribution center.
- Branch Manager: A company in Indiana is looking for a branch manager that has proven ability to achieve sales and profitability plans. Candidate must take ownership of sales performance and develop and execute the sales strategy for the branch. Must be willing to relocate.
Follow this link for a full list of available positions.
Wed, 10/27/2010 - 13:37
Mark Hinkley Joins JKS as Inside Sales Manager
JKS Manufacturing hired Mark Hinkley as its inside sales manager to boost the company's inside sales and support capabilities. Hinkley will work closely with JKS dealers and distributors to make sure they have the tools and resources needed to support their customers. Before joining the JKS team, Hinkley was employed by Tenneco Inc. as a regional sales manager. Hinkley originally designed and manufactured ACOS adjustable coil spacers and SuperNerf protective rocker guards under the ORGS label.
Goodguys Releases 2011 Events Schedule
The Goodguys Rod & Custom Association released its schedule of events for 2011. The event lineup features eighteen national events for rods, customs, classics and musclecars through 1972 vintage as well as three “Get-Together's” in Northern California which welcome all years, American-made or powered specialty vehicles. Notable date changes include the 5th PEAK Chicagoland Nationals which will move from its traditional September date to August 12–14 at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet. The 10th Great Northwestern Nationals in Spokane, Washington, was moved back one week and will be held August 19–21 at the Spokane Co. Fair & Expo Center. For more information, visit www.www.good-guys.com.
Fisher Auto Parts to Acquire Pat Young Service Co.
Fisher Auto Parts, founding member of Federated Auto Parts Distributors, is to acquire Pat Young Service Company on November 1, 2010. Pat Young Service Company is an 85-year-old entity providing service to northern Ohio, western Pennsylvania and southern Michigan. They joined the Federated program group in 1985.
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| TRIMAX is offering a 5% discount on orders made at the Show. |
TRIMAX Corp.
TRIMAX Corp., a division of Wyers Products Group, produces more than 120 lifetime-warranted security products spanning markets such as trailer and towing, powersports, marine, RV and bicycles.
TRIMAX is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, and has been in business for more than 20 years.
For the 2010 SEMA Show, TRIMAX is offering a 5% discount on orders made at the Show. Visit booth #35088.
For more information on the 2010 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.
Flitz International
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| Flitz International is offering special pricing on its Commercial Truck, Auto Starter and Auto Premium packages. |
Flitz International is offering several specials at the 2010 SEMA Show.
Special pricing is available on its Commercial Truck, Auto Starter and Auto Premium packages.
Flitz International Ltd., Waterford, Wisconsin; 262/534-5898.
C.A. Technologies
C.A. Technologies (booth #11372) is offering the following specials at the 2010 SEMA Show:
1) C.A.Technologies CP-JSLP-A-PPS Gravity Spray Gun Outfits: 30% off manufacturer's list price
2) C.A.Technologies CPR-G-A-PPS Gravity Pressure Reduced Spray Gun Outfits: 30% off manufacturer's list price
3) C.A.Technologies CPR-G-A Gravity Pressure Reduced Spray Gun Outfits: 35% off manufacturer's list price
STRATTEC Security Corp.
STRATTEC Security Corp. is offering a FREE Display and FREE Shipping with orders of 24 or more of the new BOLT Series Locks—the locks that work with your Ford, GM, Chrysler or Jeep key. See the display in the SEMA Show New Products Showcase and visit booth #31169.
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| The Online Marketing Conference is part of SEMA's Education Days schedule. |
- Business Efficiency 101
- Business Management
- Customer Service & Sales Solutions
- Dealer Day
- Exhibitor Product Training Sessions
- I-CAR Collision Repair Training
- Industry Trends & Forecasts
- Keynote Sessions
- Marketing
- Online Marketing
- Online Marketing Conference
- PowerSports Dealer Update
- SCRS Repairer Driven Education
- Tires at Two
- Tires Management
- TPMS at 10
- Truck Tires
- Vehicle Technology Briefing SuperSessions
Wed, 10/27/2010 - 11:30
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| The Online Marketing Conference is part of SEMA's Education Days schedule. |
- Business Efficiency 101
- Business Management
- Customer Service & Sales Solutions
- Dealer Day
- Exhibitor Product Training Sessions
- I-CAR Collision Repair Training
- Industry Trends & Forecasts
- Keynote Sessions
- Marketing
- Online Marketing
- Online Marketing Conference
- PowerSports Dealer Update
- SCRS Repairer Driven Education
- Tires at Two
- Tires Management
- TPMS at 10
- Truck Tires
- Vehicle Technology Briefing SuperSessions
Wed, 10/27/2010 - 11:30
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| The Online Marketing Conference is part of SEMA's Education Days schedule. |
- Business Efficiency 101
- Business Management
- Customer Service & Sales Solutions
- Dealer Day
- Exhibitor Product Training Sessions
- I-CAR Collision Repair Training
- Industry Trends & Forecasts
- Keynote Sessions
- Marketing
- Online Marketing
- Online Marketing Conference
- PowerSports Dealer Update
- SCRS Repairer Driven Education
- Tires at Two
- Tires Management
- TPMS at 10
- Truck Tires
- Vehicle Technology Briefing SuperSessions
Wed, 10/27/2010 - 11:04
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| Stop by the SEMA Association Center in the Grand Lobby at the Las Vegas Convention Center to sign up to become a SEMA retail member and receive a new-member coupon book. |
SEMA members have exclusive access to valuable tools and benefits that can help them save money and grow their business.
Not a SEMA member?
Stop by the SEMA Association Center in the Grand Lobby at the Las Vegas Convention Center and take a few minutes to sign up.
When you sign up, you’ll get a new-member coupon book for instant member discounts, gifts and 2010 SEMA Show-only specials including:
- 50% discount on first-time SEMA retail membership dues*
- 10% discount on second-year SEMA membership dues
- 50% off of membership in one SEMA council of your choice
- One FREE one-of-a-kind SEMA T-shirt
- Two FREE lunch tickets in the SEMA Member Lounge (LVCC Room N251)
- One FREE print copy of the 2010 SEMA Member Directory
- $50 American Express Gift Card when you apply to enroll in the GE Money CarCareOne consumer credit program.
- $100 off your first YRC heavyweight shipment when you enroll in the SEMA Freight Savings Plan.
- $100 discount with the purchase of a new business insurance policy at the SEMA Show through SEIA Business Insurance.
Already a SEMA member? Stop by to learn about the latest benefits and programs available and to see if you are getting the most out of your SEMA membership. Whether you are a current member or looking to join, it all starts with a quick trip to the SEMA Association Center and a visit with a SEMA membership representative.
*Coupons may only be redeemed during the 2010 SEMA Show and may not be redeemed for cash. New retail member criteria and eligibility requirements must be met to redeem coupon(s) – See SEMA staff in the Association Center for details.
Wed, 10/27/2010 - 11:04
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| Stop by the SEMA Association Center in the Grand Lobby at the Las Vegas Convention Center to sign up to become a SEMA retail member and receive a new-member coupon book. |
SEMA members have exclusive access to valuable tools and benefits that can help them save money and grow their business.
Not a SEMA member?
Stop by the SEMA Association Center in the Grand Lobby at the Las Vegas Convention Center and take a few minutes to sign up.
When you sign up, you’ll get a new-member coupon book for instant member discounts, gifts and 2010 SEMA Show-only specials including:
- 50% discount on first-time SEMA retail membership dues*
- 10% discount on second-year SEMA membership dues
- 50% off of membership in one SEMA council of your choice
- One FREE one-of-a-kind SEMA T-shirt
- Two FREE lunch tickets in the SEMA Member Lounge (LVCC Room N251)
- One FREE print copy of the 2010 SEMA Member Directory
- $50 American Express Gift Card when you apply to enroll in the GE Money CarCareOne consumer credit program.
- $100 off your first YRC heavyweight shipment when you enroll in the SEMA Freight Savings Plan.
- $100 discount with the purchase of a new business insurance policy at the SEMA Show through SEIA Business Insurance.
Already a SEMA member? Stop by to learn about the latest benefits and programs available and to see if you are getting the most out of your SEMA membership. Whether you are a current member or looking to join, it all starts with a quick trip to the SEMA Association Center and a visit with a SEMA membership representative.
*Coupons may only be redeemed during the 2010 SEMA Show and may not be redeemed for cash. New retail member criteria and eligibility requirements must be met to redeem coupon(s) – See SEMA staff in the Association Center for details.
Wed, 10/27/2010 - 10:04
The Camaro Z/28 is still about six months away, but judging by these shots delivered by the photographers at Brenda Priddy & Co., Ford may already be working on its answer to Chevy's hot rod.
According to Priddy, body parts from the California Special are up front, and a glance at the side reveals the same tires and wheels from the GT500 as well as the same Brembo brake package.
The real eye-opener comes when you take a peek inside this prototype. The redline on the tachometer is a few ticks past 8,000 rpm, and there is also the blue sticker on the windshield on the driver's side that starts with "TT." This is something Priddy witnessed on numerous twin-turbo, F-150 Ecoboost mules during the past year.
Priddy's shooters asked all their sources about the possibility of this being an early, twin-turbo V8 mule. While the first answer received wasn't a direct one, they were told that every new powertrain Ford has been working on for the last year or so was "package protected for single- or twin-turbo applications." Priddy also said that other sources have indicated a twin-turbo, 5.0L "Roadrunner" V8 is most definitely under the hood of this mule.
Watch for more details on a twin-turbo Shelby GT500 to be shaken loose during the upcoming auto show season.
Photo Credit: Brian Williams/Brenda Priddy & Co.
Wed, 10/27/2010 - 10:04
The Camaro Z/28 is still about six months away, but judging by these shots delivered by the photographers at Brenda Priddy & Co., Ford may already be working on its answer to Chevy's hot rod.
According to Priddy, body parts from the California Special are up front, and a glance at the side reveals the same tires and wheels from the GT500 as well as the same Brembo brake package.
The real eye-opener comes when you take a peek inside this prototype. The redline on the tachometer is a few ticks past 8,000 rpm, and there is also the blue sticker on the windshield on the driver's side that starts with "TT." This is something Priddy witnessed on numerous twin-turbo, F-150 Ecoboost mules during the past year.
Priddy's shooters asked all their sources about the possibility of this being an early, twin-turbo V8 mule. While the first answer received wasn't a direct one, they were told that every new powertrain Ford has been working on for the last year or so was "package protected for single- or twin-turbo applications." Priddy also said that other sources have indicated a twin-turbo, 5.0L "Roadrunner" V8 is most definitely under the hood of this mule.
Watch for more details on a twin-turbo Shelby GT500 to be shaken loose during the upcoming auto show season.
Photo Credit: Brian Williams/Brenda Priddy & Co.