SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

SEMA-member companies will have the opportunity to participate in up to a dozen guaranteed one-on-one meetings with pre-vetted Chinese buyers.

Leading SEMA members, including AEM Performance Electronics, Eibach Springs Inc. and Competition Cams Inc., have already signed on to participate in SEMA's groundbreaking business-development conference taking place in Beijing in September. The three-day event, entitled the SEMA CIAPE China Business Development Conference, will include one-on-one meetings with Chinese distributors who want to give China’s burgeoning number of auto enthusiasts a taste of U.S. innovation. The SEMA members, for their part, aim to find Chinese companies that can do just that.

“You can’t miss the China market,” said Kirk Miller, vice president of sales and marketing at AEM. “Sales are huge, and there’s a growing middle class. If there is a market there on the verge of developing, it’s a great place to be.”

AEM is already selling small volumes in China, Miller said. He hopes to meet and connect with some tuner shops to expand that business. The ideal partner will have certain technical capabilities, according to Miller.

“If they have a dyno and are actually tuning stand-alone fuel management, that’s our customer,” he said.

SEMA-member Eibach Springs Inc. in Corona, California, a subsidiary of Germany’s Eibach AG, began selling its performance suspension springs in China only a few months ago. But the market is already very promising, said marketing manager Oliver Rathlein.

“Just like in the United States, every enthusiast (in China) wants to enhance his or her car,” he said.

European brands, such as Audi, Mercedes and BMW, are the main types of cars Eibach products are installed on in China, said Rathlein. There are plenty of those on China’s roads.

Audi, which has been produced in China for years, is the best-selling luxury brand there. More than 160,400 units were sold in 2009, according to J.D. Power and Associates. Mercedes and BMW also produce locally. They sold nearly 63,000 units, and more than 85,600 units, respectively in China in 2009.

China’s auto enthusiasts have a taste for imported luxury models as well. For example, nearly 10,500 imported BMW 7-series sedans were sold in China in 2009, according to J.D. Power and Associates. Mercedes sold nearly 14,200 imported S-class sedans in China in 2009.

Noted Scooter Brothers of Comp Cams: "I’ve had the opportunity to visit China a number of times over the last 10 years. It’s been amazing to see the industry grow from bicycles to motorcycles, and now to cars is such a short time. The Chinese love their cars, and performance as well; personalization is huge with them. As the used-car market develops and the aftermarket parts distribution system becomes more clearly defined, there will be tremendous opportunities for SEMA companies. My main reason for joining the SEMA CIAPE China Business Development Conference is to keep an ear close to the ground and establish as many relationships as possible with those on the ground floor of this developing market."

To find out more about this low-cost, turnkey program designed to bring SEMA-member manufacturers together with Chinese buyers, visit www.sema.org/china or contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.