GUILTY AS CHARGED: The FIA handed down severe punishment to those involved in the race-fixing debacle during the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix. The Renault team has been placed on probation and faces a lifetime ban if it commits a similar action between now and the end of 2011. Renault team principal Flavio Briatore is banned for all FIA events for an unlimited period and Renault director of engineering Pat Symonds faces similar sanctions for the next five years.

RETURNING: The Lotus name will return to Formula One racing next season for the first time since 1994.

HEADING SOUTH: American Speed Association will take its unique brand of stock-car racing to South Africa January 29–31 with the South Africa vs. USA Motorsports event at the Phakisa Freeway Circuit in Welkom, South Africa. The race will be held on a 1.5-mile oval at the multi-purpose racing facility.

GOING AWAY: Jack Daniel’s will end its sponsorship of Richard Childress Racing and driver Casey Mears at the end of this season.

AROUND TURKEY TIME: Indy Racing League President of Competition Brian Barnhart says the league’s new chassis and engine specs, which will go into effect in 2012, will be announced around Thanksgiving.

TO THE TOP: With his 18th WoO victory of the season, Joey Saldana remained at the top of the National Speed Sport News Power Rankings. The rankings appear weekly in America’s Motorsports Authority.

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The specialty-equipment industry makes sure that Scion's xB looks anything but "boxy" in this collection of photos from the 2008 SEMA Show.

	The Online Marketing Conference will help you develop a winning online marketing plan and make the most of 2010.

Savvy business owners looking to maximize their Internet marketing by attending SEMA's 2009 Online Marketing Conference are now also eligible to earn credits towards their Automotive Aftermarket Professional certificates.

The Online Marketing Conference, co-sponsored by eBay Motors and scheduled the day before the official open of the 2009 SEMA Show, is a full-day program aimed at showing you how to thrive in the current economy through internet marketing.

Six internet marketing experts will explain how to reach, engage and convert your website visitors into brand-loyal customers. You’ll learn how to use social media, including Facebook, Twitter, You Tube and other community sites to spread your message; how to move your site up in Google search rankings and make money using Google AdWords; and finally how to turn those curious visitors into paying customers.

Presenters include Converseon Chief Strategist Mike Moran; Perry Marshall, CEO, Perry Marshall & Associates; Bill Leake, CEO, Apogee Search; Dave Kerpen, CEO, The KBuzz; and Brian Offenberger, CEO, Aftermarketer Club.

Not only will you learn a wealth of material about Internet marketing, but if you’re an aftermarket professional working towards an AAP (Automotive Aftermarket Professional) or MAAP (Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional) certificate, you’ll earn 0.5 continuing education credits (CEUs) towards fulfilling your certificate.

Administered by the University of the Aftermarket in partnership with Northwood University, AAP and MAAP certification offers industry professionals the opportunity to gain recognition for their business and leadership skills.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from the most noted authorities in the internet sales arena. The Online Marketing Conference is scheduled November 2, 9:00-5:00 p.m., in Las Vegas.

SEMA members, as well as AAIA and MEMA members, can attend the conference for only $199 and non-members for $299. Conference registration includes SEMA Show registration (a $25 value), a money-back guarantee (complete refund plus an extra $100) and a free follow-up session with one of the speakers.

And if you’re planning to attend the SEMA Show, we’ll even waive your attendance fee. But if you find that the conference doesn’t meet your expectations or just isn’t for you, just let us know by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the event for a full refund. We’ll even give you $100 for your time. That’s how confident we are in the value of the conference content.

Don’t wait for things to get better. Do something about it. Register for the Online Marketing Conference now.

	The Online Marketing Conference will help you develop a winning online marketing plan and make the most of 2010.

Savvy business owners looking to maximize their Internet marketing by attending SEMA's 2009 Online Marketing Conference are now also eligible to earn credits towards their Automotive Aftermarket Professional certificates.

The Online Marketing Conference, co-sponsored by eBay Motors and scheduled the day before the official open of the 2009 SEMA Show, is a full-day program aimed at showing you how to thrive in the current economy through internet marketing.

Six internet marketing experts will explain how to reach, engage and convert your website visitors into brand-loyal customers. You’ll learn how to use social media, including Facebook, Twitter, You Tube and other community sites to spread your message; how to move your site up in Google search rankings and make money using Google AdWords; and finally how to turn those curious visitors into paying customers.

Presenters include Converseon Chief Strategist Mike Moran; Perry Marshall, CEO, Perry Marshall & Associates; Bill Leake, CEO, Apogee Search; Dave Kerpen, CEO, The KBuzz; and Brian Offenberger, CEO, Aftermarketer Club.

Not only will you learn a wealth of material about Internet marketing, but if you’re an aftermarket professional working towards an AAP (Automotive Aftermarket Professional) or MAAP (Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional) certificate, you’ll earn 0.5 continuing education credits (CEUs) towards fulfilling your certificate.

Administered by the University of the Aftermarket in partnership with Northwood University, AAP and MAAP certification offers industry professionals the opportunity to gain recognition for their business and leadership skills.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from the most noted authorities in the internet sales arena. The Online Marketing Conference is scheduled November 2, 9:00-5:00 p.m., in Las Vegas.

SEMA members, as well as AAIA and MEMA members, can attend the conference for only $199 and non-members for $299. Conference registration includes SEMA Show registration (a $25 value), a money-back guarantee (complete refund plus an extra $100) and a free follow-up session with one of the speakers.

And if you’re planning to attend the SEMA Show, we’ll even waive your attendance fee. But if you find that the conference doesn’t meet your expectations or just isn’t for you, just let us know by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the event for a full refund. We’ll even give you $100 for your time. That’s how confident we are in the value of the conference content.

Don’t wait for things to get better. Do something about it. Register for the Online Marketing Conference now.

	The Online Marketing Conference will help you develop a winning online marketing plan and make the most of 2010.

Savvy business owners looking to maximize their Internet marketing by attending SEMA's 2009 Online Marketing Conference are now also eligible to earn credits towards their Automotive Aftermarket Professional certificates.

The Online Marketing Conference, co-sponsored by eBay Motors and scheduled the day before the official open of the 2009 SEMA Show, is a full-day program aimed at showing you how to thrive in the current economy through internet marketing.

Six internet marketing experts will explain how to reach, engage and convert your website visitors into brand-loyal customers. You’ll learn how to use social media, including Facebook, Twitter, You Tube and other community sites to spread your message; how to move your site up in Google search rankings and make money using Google AdWords; and finally how to turn those curious visitors into paying customers.

Presenters include Converseon Chief Strategist Mike Moran; Perry Marshall, CEO, Perry Marshall & Associates; Bill Leake, CEO, Apogee Search; Dave Kerpen, CEO, The KBuzz; and Brian Offenberger, CEO, Aftermarketer Club.

Not only will you learn a wealth of material about Internet marketing, but if you’re an aftermarket professional working towards an AAP (Automotive Aftermarket Professional) or MAAP (Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional) certificate, you’ll earn 0.5 continuing education credits (CEUs) towards fulfilling your certificate.

Administered by the University of the Aftermarket in partnership with Northwood University, AAP and MAAP certification offers industry professionals the opportunity to gain recognition for their business and leadership skills.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from the most noted authorities in the internet sales arena. The Online Marketing Conference is scheduled November 2, 9:00-5:00 p.m., in Las Vegas.

SEMA members, as well as AAIA and MEMA members, can attend the conference for only $199 and non-members for $299. Conference registration includes SEMA Show registration (a $25 value), a money-back guarantee (complete refund plus an extra $100) and a free follow-up session with one of the speakers.

And if you’re planning to attend the SEMA Show, we’ll even waive your attendance fee. But if you find that the conference doesn’t meet your expectations or just isn’t for you, just let us know by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the event for a full refund. We’ll even give you $100 for your time. That’s how confident we are in the value of the conference content.

Don’t wait for things to get better. Do something about it. Register for the Online Marketing Conference now.

	The Online Marketing Conference will help you develop a winning online marketing plan and make the most of 2010.

Savvy business owners looking to maximize their Internet marketing by attending SEMA's 2009 Online Marketing Conference are now also eligible to earn credits towards their Automotive Aftermarket Professional certificates.

The Online Marketing Conference, co-sponsored by eBay Motors and scheduled the day before the official open of the 2009 SEMA Show, is a full-day program aimed at showing you how to thrive in the current economy through internet marketing.

Six internet marketing experts will explain how to reach, engage and convert your website visitors into brand-loyal customers. You’ll learn how to use social media, including Facebook, Twitter, You Tube and other community sites to spread your message; how to move your site up in Google search rankings and make money using Google AdWords; and finally how to turn those curious visitors into paying customers.

Presenters include Converseon Chief Strategist Mike Moran; Perry Marshall, CEO, Perry Marshall & Associates; Bill Leake, CEO, Apogee Search; Dave Kerpen, CEO, The KBuzz; and Brian Offenberger, CEO, Aftermarketer Club.

Not only will you learn a wealth of material about Internet marketing, but if you’re an aftermarket professional working towards an AAP (Automotive Aftermarket Professional) or MAAP (Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional) certificate, you’ll earn 0.5 continuing education credits (CEUs) towards fulfilling your certificate.

Administered by the University of the Aftermarket in partnership with Northwood University, AAP and MAAP certification offers industry professionals the opportunity to gain recognition for their business and leadership skills.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from the most noted authorities in the internet sales arena. The Online Marketing Conference is scheduled November 2, 9:00-5:00 p.m., in Las Vegas.

SEMA members, as well as AAIA and MEMA members, can attend the conference for only $199 and non-members for $299. Conference registration includes SEMA Show registration (a $25 value), a money-back guarantee (complete refund plus an extra $100) and a free follow-up session with one of the speakers.

And if you’re planning to attend the SEMA Show, we’ll even waive your attendance fee. But if you find that the conference doesn’t meet your expectations or just isn’t for you, just let us know by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the event for a full refund. We’ll even give you $100 for your time. That’s how confident we are in the value of the conference content.

Don’t wait for things to get better. Do something about it. Register for the Online Marketing Conference now.

	The Online Marketing Conference will help you develop a winning online marketing plan and make the most of 2010.

Savvy business owners looking to maximize their Internet marketing by attending SEMA's 2009 Online Marketing Conference are now also eligible to earn credits towards their Automotive Aftermarket Professional certificates.

The Online Marketing Conference, co-sponsored by eBay Motors and scheduled the day before the official open of the 2009 SEMA Show, is a full-day program aimed at showing you how to thrive in the current economy through internet marketing.

Six internet marketing experts will explain how to reach, engage and convert your website visitors into brand-loyal customers. You’ll learn how to use social media, including Facebook, Twitter, You Tube and other community sites to spread your message; how to move your site up in Google search rankings and make money using Google AdWords; and finally how to turn those curious visitors into paying customers.

Presenters include Converseon Chief Strategist Mike Moran; Perry Marshall, CEO, Perry Marshall & Associates; Bill Leake, CEO, Apogee Search; Dave Kerpen, CEO, The KBuzz; and Brian Offenberger, CEO, Aftermarketer Club.

Not only will you learn a wealth of material about Internet marketing, but if you’re an aftermarket professional working towards an AAP (Automotive Aftermarket Professional) or MAAP (Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional) certificate, you’ll earn 0.5 continuing education credits (CEUs) towards fulfilling your certificate.

Administered by the University of the Aftermarket in partnership with Northwood University, AAP and MAAP certification offers industry professionals the opportunity to gain recognition for their business and leadership skills.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from the most noted authorities in the internet sales arena. The Online Marketing Conference is scheduled November 2, 9:00-5:00 p.m., in Las Vegas.

SEMA members, as well as AAIA and MEMA members, can attend the conference for only $199 and non-members for $299. Conference registration includes SEMA Show registration (a $25 value), a money-back guarantee (complete refund plus an extra $100) and a free follow-up session with one of the speakers.

And if you’re planning to attend the SEMA Show, we’ll even waive your attendance fee. But if you find that the conference doesn’t meet your expectations or just isn’t for you, just let us know by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the event for a full refund. We’ll even give you $100 for your time. That’s how confident we are in the value of the conference content.

Don’t wait for things to get better. Do something about it. Register for the Online Marketing Conference now.

	The Online Marketing Conference will help you develop a winning online marketing plan and make the most of 2010.

Savvy business owners looking to maximize their Internet marketing by attending SEMA's 2009 Online Marketing Conference are now also eligible to earn credits towards their Automotive Aftermarket Professional certificates.

The Online Marketing Conference, co-sponsored by eBay Motors and scheduled the day before the official open of the 2009 SEMA Show, is a full-day program aimed at showing you how to thrive in the current economy through internet marketing.

Six internet marketing experts will explain how to reach, engage and convert your website visitors into brand-loyal customers. You’ll learn how to use social media, including Facebook, Twitter, You Tube and other community sites to spread your message; how to move your site up in Google search rankings and make money using Google AdWords; and finally how to turn those curious visitors into paying customers.

Presenters include Converseon Chief Strategist Mike Moran; Perry Marshall, CEO, Perry Marshall & Associates; Bill Leake, CEO, Apogee Search; Dave Kerpen, CEO, The KBuzz; and Brian Offenberger, CEO, Aftermarketer Club.

Not only will you learn a wealth of material about Internet marketing, but if you’re an aftermarket professional working towards an AAP (Automotive Aftermarket Professional) or MAAP (Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional) certificate, you’ll earn 0.5 continuing education credits (CEUs) towards fulfilling your certificate.

Administered by the University of the Aftermarket in partnership with Northwood University, AAP and MAAP certification offers industry professionals the opportunity to gain recognition for their business and leadership skills.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from the most noted authorities in the internet sales arena. The Online Marketing Conference is scheduled November 2, 9:00-5:00 p.m., in Las Vegas.

SEMA members, as well as AAIA and MEMA members, can attend the conference for only $199 and non-members for $299. Conference registration includes SEMA Show registration (a $25 value), a money-back guarantee (complete refund plus an extra $100) and a free follow-up session with one of the speakers.

And if you’re planning to attend the SEMA Show, we’ll even waive your attendance fee. But if you find that the conference doesn’t meet your expectations or just isn’t for you, just let us know by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the event for a full refund. We’ll even give you $100 for your time. That’s how confident we are in the value of the conference content.

Don’t wait for things to get better. Do something about it. Register for the Online Marketing Conference now.

	The Online Marketing Conference will help you develop a winning online marketing plan and make the most of 2010.

Savvy business owners looking to maximize their Internet marketing by attending SEMA's 2009 Online Marketing Conference are now also eligible to earn credits towards their Automotive Aftermarket Professional certificates.

The Online Marketing Conference, co-sponsored by eBay Motors and scheduled the day before the official open of the 2009 SEMA Show, is a full-day program aimed at showing you how to thrive in the current economy through internet marketing.

Six internet marketing experts will explain how to reach, engage and convert your website visitors into brand-loyal customers. You’ll learn how to use social media, including Facebook, Twitter, You Tube and other community sites to spread your message; how to move your site up in Google search rankings and make money using Google AdWords; and finally how to turn those curious visitors into paying customers.

Presenters include Converseon Chief Strategist Mike Moran; Perry Marshall, CEO, Perry Marshall & Associates; Bill Leake, CEO, Apogee Search; Dave Kerpen, CEO, The KBuzz; and Brian Offenberger, CEO, Aftermarketer Club.

Not only will you learn a wealth of material about Internet marketing, but if you’re an aftermarket professional working towards an AAP (Automotive Aftermarket Professional) or MAAP (Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional) certificate, you’ll earn 0.5 continuing education credits (CEUs) towards fulfilling your certificate.

Administered by the University of the Aftermarket in partnership with Northwood University, AAP and MAAP certification offers industry professionals the opportunity to gain recognition for their business and leadership skills.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from the most noted authorities in the internet sales arena. The Online Marketing Conference is scheduled November 2, 9:00-5:00 p.m., in Las Vegas.

SEMA members, as well as AAIA and MEMA members, can attend the conference for only $199 and non-members for $299. Conference registration includes SEMA Show registration (a $25 value), a money-back guarantee (complete refund plus an extra $100) and a free follow-up session with one of the speakers.

And if you’re planning to attend the SEMA Show, we’ll even waive your attendance fee. But if you find that the conference doesn’t meet your expectations or just isn’t for you, just let us know by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the event for a full refund. We’ll even give you $100 for your time. That’s how confident we are in the value of the conference content.

Don’t wait for things to get better. Do something about it. Register for the Online Marketing Conference now.