By John Stewart

A new, 230 hp High Performance package for the Mustang coupe and convertible will be available in late 2019.

At the 2019 New York International Auto Show, April 17, Ford announced the company will offer a new High Performance package to upgrade its base 2.3 EcoBoost model in 2020. The ’20 Mustang is shown here as media checked out the new model.

The new High Performance package features a 2.3L four-cylinder powerplant making 330 hp at 5,500 rpm on 93-octane fuel, and 350 lb.-ft. of torque at just 3,000 rpm, thanks in part to a 63mm twin-scroll turbo compressor. The High Performance 2.3 is essentially a Focus RS engine adapted for use in a rear-wheel-drive car. A six-speed manual transmission is standard equipment with the High Performance 2.3 engine, and a 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission with paddle shifters is optional. An EcoBoost Handling package, with wider wheels, thicker anti-sway bar and MagneRide shocks, is another available option. The ’20 2.3 EcoBoost Mustang with the High Performance package is scheduled to arrive in dealerships this fall.

By SEMA Editors

SEMA News will highlight 35 of the industry’s top young trendsetters in its September 2019 issue.

September’s issue of SEMA News will highlight up-and-coming superstars in the automotive aftermarket industry who are age 35 and younger. If you know a leader in that age range as of September 1, 2019—whether they are in manufacturing and design, marketing, retail, events and media, or distribution—we would like to hear from you.

Many SEMA members are currently working with creative young professionals who are already industry trailblazers. They may have played key roles in leveraging new and emerging technologies with a traditional automotive aftermarket business to expand company reach, improve product development, energize marketing efforts or upgrade customer interaction.

They could be budding talents at an established company, entrepreneurs building their own brands or innovators who have launched companies that might become big names in the future. What they all will have in common are fresh ideas, enthusiasm, charisma and the drive to succeed.

SEMA News looks for candidates drawn from diverse industry segments who are already making a significant impact through their leadership within their organizations or businesses. Entrepreneurship, commitment, insight, innovation, integrity, responsibility, demonstrated skill, involvement and success within the marketplace weigh heavily in the decision-making process. We’ll honor the winners in the September issue of SEMA News and on www.sema.org.

Nominate a candidate now for the 2019 SEMA News 35 Under 35. Nominations are due May 31.

By SEMA Editors

SEMA News will highlight 35 of the industry’s top young trendsetters in its September 2019 issue.

September’s issue of SEMA News will highlight up-and-coming superstars in the automotive aftermarket industry who are age 35 and younger. If you know a leader in that age range as of September 1, 2019—whether they are in manufacturing and design, marketing, retail, events and media, or distribution—we would like to hear from you.

Many SEMA members are currently working with creative young professionals who are already industry trailblazers. They may have played key roles in leveraging new and emerging technologies with a traditional automotive aftermarket business to expand company reach, improve product development, energize marketing efforts or upgrade customer interaction.

They could be budding talents at an established company, entrepreneurs building their own brands or innovators who have launched companies that might become big names in the future. What they all will have in common are fresh ideas, enthusiasm, charisma and the drive to succeed.

SEMA News looks for candidates drawn from diverse industry segments who are already making a significant impact through their leadership within their organizations or businesses. Entrepreneurship, commitment, insight, innovation, integrity, responsibility, demonstrated skill, involvement and success within the marketplace weigh heavily in the decision-making process. We’ll honor the winners in the September issue of SEMA News and on www.sema.org.

Nominate a candidate now for the 2019 SEMA News 35 Under 35. Nominations are due May 31.

By SEMA Editors

SEMA News will highlight 35 of the industry’s top young trendsetters in its September 2019 issue.

September’s issue of SEMA News will highlight up-and-coming superstars in the automotive aftermarket industry who are age 35 and younger. If you know a leader in that age range as of September 1, 2019—whether they are in manufacturing and design, marketing, retail, events and media, or distribution—we would like to hear from you.

Many SEMA members are currently working with creative young professionals who are already industry trailblazers. They may have played key roles in leveraging new and emerging technologies with a traditional automotive aftermarket business to expand company reach, improve product development, energize marketing efforts or upgrade customer interaction.

They could be budding talents at an established company, entrepreneurs building their own brands or innovators who have launched companies that might become big names in the future. What they all will have in common are fresh ideas, enthusiasm, charisma and the drive to succeed.

SEMA News looks for candidates drawn from diverse industry segments who are already making a significant impact through their leadership within their organizations or businesses. Entrepreneurship, commitment, insight, innovation, integrity, responsibility, demonstrated skill, involvement and success within the marketplace weigh heavily in the decision-making process. We’ll honor the winners in the September issue of SEMA News and on www.sema.org.

Nominate a candidate now for the 2019 SEMA News 35 Under 35. Nominations are due May 31.

By SEMA Editors

Latest Jobs Added to SEMA Career Center

Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest jobs posted to the website.

Welder
Cognito Motorsports is hiring production MIG welders and TIG/MIG welders. Qualified candidates must be able to demonstrate solid welding skills and follow welding procedures and instructions accurately and dependably with maximum consistency and efficiency. Candidates should have MIG and/or TIG welding proficiency with all metal types and shapes; previous experience in welding, manufacturing, welding courses or another related field; and be skilled at setting up and performing basic maintenance on welding equipment.

Manager of Sales Operations
Extreme Dimensions Inc. is hiring a manager of sales operations to oversee and provide leadership to the sales and customer service teams, develop and execute a sales management strategy to meet revenue goals, lead weekly staff meetings, and generate sales and CS reports that outline the performance of the department

Marketing Specialist
EMPI Inc. is hiring a marketing specialist responsible for creating, implementing and maintaining international and domestic marketing activities for the company and improving and maintaining the company’s website, electronic/paper cataloging and social media presence. This position will lead the continuous advertising and brand campaigns on both new and current products and schedule and plan all events from local specialty shows to large industry events. Candidates should have proven experience as a marketing specialist, a thorough understanding of marketing elements and market research methods and demonstrable experience in marketing data analytics and tools.

Attendee registration is for distributors, retailers, installers, PR/marketing staff and buyers who will meet with exhibitors. Applicants may be required to submit proof of industry employment. Approved domestic attendees registered prior to October 11 will receive their badges in the mail.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org.

By Kristopher Porter

Over the past several weeks, SEMA network leadership has combed through select committee nominations. Here’s a look at who is new and returning to each network:

All new select committee members will take their positions July 1, and attend the annual SEMA Installation & Gala, to be held July 26, in Anaheim, California.

Join the networks on social media for more updates on your new select committee members!

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By Kristopher Porter

Over the past several weeks, SEMA network leadership has combed through select committee nominations. Here’s a look at who is new and returning to each network:

All new select committee members will take their positions July 1, and attend the annual SEMA Installation & Gala, to be held July 26, in Anaheim, California.

Join the networks on social media for more updates on your new select committee members!

• ETTN
• SBN
• YEN