By SEMA Editors

Buyers from the United States who register online on or before Friday, October 12, save more than $50 and have their badges mailed to them in advance of the Show.

The early registration deadline for the 2018 SEMA Show is tomorrow, giving qualified attendees a chance to save time and money. Buyers from the United States who register online on or before Friday, October 12, save more than $50 and have their badges mailed to them in advance of the Show, which takes place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.

“Our No. 1 advice to SEMA Show attendees is to plan ahead, and that begins with securing credentials well in advance,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of events and business development. “By registering early, buyers can arrive at the Show with their credentials in hand and hit the Show floor without delays—and they save money!”

To qualify for the early discounted fee of just $40 per person, qualified attendees must register online. Badges will be mailed in advance to domestic buyers. The international attendee deadline for having badges mailed was September 14, but those who register before the Show will receive a confirmation email with a barcode that will make obtaining their badge onsite seamless and easy. Badges for other categories (including media and non-exhibiting manufacturers) are not mailed.

To qualify for buyer badges, applicants may be required to submit proof of employment in the industry. Prior year’s approval does not automatically guarantee approval and qualifying materials may still be required.

Once approved, the badge provides access to the SEMA Show all four days of the event, as well as to the educational seminars and to SEMA Ignited—the official after-party—where the general public is allowed to attend on Friday after the Show closes.

To learn more or to apply, visit www.SEMAShow.com/register.

By SEMA Editors

Buyers from the United States who register online on or before Friday, October 12, save more than $50 and have their badges mailed to them in advance of the Show.

The early registration deadline for the 2018 SEMA Show is tomorrow, giving qualified attendees a chance to save time and money. Buyers from the United States who register online on or before Friday, October 12, save more than $50 and have their badges mailed to them in advance of the Show, which takes place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.

“Our No. 1 advice to SEMA Show attendees is to plan ahead, and that begins with securing credentials well in advance,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of events and business development. “By registering early, buyers can arrive at the Show with their credentials in hand and hit the Show floor without delays—and they save money!”

To qualify for the early discounted fee of just $40 per person, qualified attendees must register online. Badges will be mailed in advance to domestic buyers. The international attendee deadline for having badges mailed was September 14, but those who register before the Show will receive a confirmation email with a barcode that will make obtaining their badge onsite seamless and easy. Badges for other categories (including media and non-exhibiting manufacturers) are not mailed.

To qualify for buyer badges, applicants may be required to submit proof of employment in the industry. Prior year’s approval does not automatically guarantee approval and qualifying materials may still be required.

Once approved, the badge provides access to the SEMA Show all four days of the event, as well as to the educational seminars and to SEMA Ignited—the official after-party—where the general public is allowed to attend on Friday after the Show closes.

To learn more or to apply, visit www.SEMAShow.com/register.

SEMA research indicates that the U.S. aftermarket for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and connected vehicle technologies (CVT), though still in its infancy, can be expected to grow into a $1.5 billion industry within the next five years. With so much at stake in these rapidly emerging technologies, SEMA has made identifying ADAS/CVT opportunities for association members a key priority.

SEMA research indicates that the U.S. aftermarket for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and connected vehicle technologies (CVT), though still in its infancy, can be expected to grow into a $1.5 billion industry within the next five years. With so much at stake in these rapidly emerging technologies, SEMA has made identifying ADAS/CVT opportunities for association members a key priority.

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.

Administrative Assistant: Kooks Headers is hiring an administrative assistant responsible for answering phone calls, greeting visitors and vendors, performing administrative tasks, ordering office supplies, restocking and maintaining common areas as needed and running errands. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, working knowledge of office equipment, excellent written and verbal skills and strong knowledge of the MS Office Suite

Junior Sales Rep: STR Racing is hiring a junior sales rep to oversee and coordinate sales team activities; establish sales territories, quotas and goals for the sales team; analyze sales statistics to identify areas of improvement; and track results and trends regularly for business forecasting. The successful candidate must have previous experience (3+ years) in sales, customer service, or a related field in the wheel and tire industry; experience as a supervisor or manager and familiarity with CRM platforms.

OE Account/Development Manager: CTEK Inc. is hiring an OE account/development manager responsible for developing and managing sales with automotive, powersport and agricultural OEs. This position will focus on new business development with both existing and new customers. Responsibilities include face-to-face meetings with customers and prospects nationally, producing and delivering business proposals and performing market research. Candidates must be fluent in English, have relevant contacts within the industry and a technical automotive background.

Master Mechanic/Engine Builder: Apex Customs is hiring a master mechanic/engine builder for performance builds and repairs, including everything from supercharger installs to cams and heads to full motor builds. Successful applicants will have engine-building and modification experience. Transmission and suspension experience are pluses. ASE certification and engine management ECU, ECM, BCM re-mapping knowledge and experience are helpful.

Manufacturing Engineer: Revology Cars LLC is hiring a manufacturing engineer responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining a robust manufacturing process that will allow the company to meet consistent quality, cost and productivity targets. This position will improve the quality and efficiency of manufacturing processes and identify technical solutions, including components and processes, such as statistical process control, assembly jigs and fixtures and quality cycle testing that improve quality, reduce cost and/or improve cycle time. Candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience, and 5–10 years’ experience in an automotive manufacturing engineering capacity with an OEM, Tier 1 or automotive aftermarket component manufacturer. Experience in complex assembly manufacturing is a plus.  

By Kyle Cheng

SEMA’s new “Young Accessorizers Report” is now available through SEMA Market Research.

Did you know that young adults age 16–24 drove more than 155 billion miles in 2017?

Despite media reports to the contrary, young people do care about cars and are engaged with the automotive specialty-equipment industry. Of the 38.4 million people in the United States ages 16–24, 24 million have access to a vehicle and drive. Of these, 7.9 million accessorize, accounting for roughly $7.2 billion in spending in our industry. By age 23, more than 30% modify their vehicle(s) in some way.

Cars are also an important part of their lives: 79% of young accessorizers think that their vehicles help them stay closer to their friends, and one in four belong to a group related to cars on social media.

Want to learn more about young drivers and how you can reach them more effectively? Curious about how they shop? Check out the new “SEMA Young Accessorizers Report” available now at www.sema.org/research.

Attending the 2018 SEMA Show? Want to learn more about young accessorizers? Check out the Young Enthusiasts education session, Thursday, November 1, from 10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m., in LVCC Upper North Hall, N252. Register for the session today.

By Kyle Cheng

SEMA’s new “Young Accessorizers Report” is now available through SEMA Market Research.

Did you know that young adults age 16–24 drove more than 155 billion miles in 2017?

Despite media reports to the contrary, young people do care about cars and are engaged with the automotive specialty-equipment industry. Of the 38.4 million people in the United States ages 16–24, 24 million have access to a vehicle and drive. Of these, 7.9 million accessorize, accounting for roughly $7.2 billion in spending in our industry. By age 23, more than 30% modify their vehicle(s) in some way.

Cars are also an important part of their lives: 79% of young accessorizers think that their vehicles help them stay closer to their friends, and one in four belong to a group related to cars on social media.

Want to learn more about young drivers and how you can reach them more effectively? Curious about how they shop? Check out the new “SEMA Young Accessorizers Report” available now at www.sema.org/research.

Attending the 2018 SEMA Show? Want to learn more about young accessorizers? Check out the Young Enthusiasts education session, Thursday, November 1, from 10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m., in LVCC Upper North Hall, N252. Register for the session today.

By Jim Graven

The SEMA Data Co-op is offering free data-management consultations in booth #20679 during Show week.

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) team will be out in full force during Show week, offering free data-management consultations in booth #20679 and demonstrating its services to buyers in a second location—the Grand Lobby in SEMA Central.

“We are very excited about this year’s SEMA Show,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM and product development. “With two specialized SDC booth locations, we will be able to talk to more manufacturers and buyers at the Show.  

“In addition, we are spotlighting manufacturers who have achieved Platinum status in the SDC. Platinum status means that buyers can expect the best and most complete data in the marketplace from that manufacturer to populate their website, computer or anywhere else they need catalog and point-of-sale data. Make sure you stop by these manufacturers’ booths and ask them if you can receive their data through the SDC.”

To learn more about how to receive data from the SDC or to become an SDC member, stop by the SDC booth in SEMA Central for a free five-minute demo or to sign up and start using the industry’s most complete product data.

Additionally, the SDC is scheduling meetings in booth #20679 every hour from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. during the Show (until Friday at 4:00 p.m.). The SDC booth is located behind the Ford display in Central Hall, one level above the Show floor in the raised meeting room.

Request a meeting time now!

“The SEMA Data Co-op is the only industry-owned and -operated product-data repository with all the tools and expert assistance to get your data in order,” said Jim Graven, senior director of membership. “Data receivers love our program, which provides unlimited data exports at no charge to SEMA members.”

For more information, contact Sophia Sifuentes at sophias@semadatacoop.org or call 909-978-6654.

By Jim Graven

The SEMA Data Co-op is offering free data-management consultations in booth #20679 during Show week.

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) team will be out in full force during Show week, offering free data-management consultations in booth #20679 and demonstrating its services to buyers in a second location—the Grand Lobby in SEMA Central.

“We are very excited about this year’s SEMA Show,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM and product development. “With two specialized SDC booth locations, we will be able to talk to more manufacturers and buyers at the Show.  

“In addition, we are spotlighting manufacturers who have achieved Platinum status in the SDC. Platinum status means that buyers can expect the best and most complete data in the marketplace from that manufacturer to populate their website, computer or anywhere else they need catalog and point-of-sale data. Make sure you stop by these manufacturers’ booths and ask them if you can receive their data through the SDC.”

To learn more about how to receive data from the SDC or to become an SDC member, stop by the SDC booth in SEMA Central for a free five-minute demo or to sign up and start using the industry’s most complete product data.

Additionally, the SDC is scheduling meetings in booth #20679 every hour from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. during the Show (until Friday at 4:00 p.m.). The SDC booth is located behind the Ford display in Central Hall, one level above the Show floor in the raised meeting room.

Request a meeting time now!

“The SEMA Data Co-op is the only industry-owned and -operated product-data repository with all the tools and expert assistance to get your data in order,” said Jim Graven, senior director of membership. “Data receivers love our program, which provides unlimited data exports at no charge to SEMA members.”

For more information, contact Sophia Sifuentes at sophias@semadatacoop.org or call 909-978-6654.

By Jim Graven

The SEMA Data Co-op is offering free data-management consultations in booth #20679 during Show week.

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) team will be out in full force during Show week, offering free data-management consultations in booth #20679 and demonstrating its services to buyers in a second location—the Grand Lobby in SEMA Central.

“We are very excited about this year’s SEMA Show,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM and product development. “With two specialized SDC booth locations, we will be able to talk to more manufacturers and buyers at the Show.  

“In addition, we are spotlighting manufacturers who have achieved Platinum status in the SDC. Platinum status means that buyers can expect the best and most complete data in the marketplace from that manufacturer to populate their website, computer or anywhere else they need catalog and point-of-sale data. Make sure you stop by these manufacturers’ booths and ask them if you can receive their data through the SDC.”

To learn more about how to receive data from the SDC or to become an SDC member, stop by the SDC booth in SEMA Central for a free five-minute demo or to sign up and start using the industry’s most complete product data.

Additionally, the SDC is scheduling meetings in booth #20679 every hour from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. during the Show (until Friday at 4:00 p.m.). The SDC booth is located behind the Ford display in Central Hall, one level above the Show floor in the raised meeting room.

Request a meeting time now!

“The SEMA Data Co-op is the only industry-owned and -operated product-data repository with all the tools and expert assistance to get your data in order,” said Jim Graven, senior director of membership. “Data receivers love our program, which provides unlimited data exports at no charge to SEMA members.”

For more information, contact Sophia Sifuentes at sophias@semadatacoop.org or call 909-978-6654.