By Jenny Galvan

(L–R): Doug Evans, GiGi Carleton and Barry Meguiar were inducted into the 2017 SEMA Hall of Fame.

SEMA Hall of Fame nominations must be submitted by March 9.

The SEMA Hall of Fame Award honors outstanding individuals in the automotive specialty-equipment industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments have significantly contributed to the industry's growth.

All SEMA members have the opportunity to join the efforts in recognizing industry icons who have shaped the automotive specialty-equipment industry.

When making your confidential nomination, please provide a brief statement that explains why the individual deserves this prestigious award. Feel free to mention previous accomplishments and notable industry contributions. This will help the Hall of Fame Committee choose the most deserving candidates.

Submit your 2018 SEMA Hall of Fame form before the March 9 deadline.

To learn more, visit www.sema.org/hof or contact Lindsay Bianco at lindsayb@sema.org or 909-978-6692.

By Jenny Galvan

(L–R): Doug Evans, GiGi Carleton and Barry Meguiar were inducted into the 2017 SEMA Hall of Fame.

SEMA Hall of Fame nominations must be submitted by March 9.

The SEMA Hall of Fame Award honors outstanding individuals in the automotive specialty-equipment industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments have significantly contributed to the industry's growth.

All SEMA members have the opportunity to join the efforts in recognizing industry icons who have shaped the automotive specialty-equipment industry.

When making your confidential nomination, please provide a brief statement that explains why the individual deserves this prestigious award. Feel free to mention previous accomplishments and notable industry contributions. This will help the Hall of Fame Committee choose the most deserving candidates.

Submit your 2018 SEMA Hall of Fame form before the March 9 deadline.

To learn more, visit www.sema.org/hof or contact Lindsay Bianco at lindsayb@sema.org or 909-978-6692.

By SEMA Editors

Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities.

• SEMA Town Hall Meeting, March 13, 2018, SRI Performance, Mooresville, North Carolina
• TORA Gathering, March 29, 2018, Grandpa’s Garage, Moab, Utah
• SEMA Middle East Business Development Program, April 3–8, 2018, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
• SEMA Measuring Session: ’19 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ and High Country, April 10–11, 2018, SEMA Garage, Diamond Bar, California
• SEMA Town Hall Meeting, April 12, 2018, COMP Performance Group, Memphis, Tennessee
• ARMO Hot Products Showcase at Spring Carlisle, April 14–21, 2018, Carlisle, Pennsylvania
• ARMO Mixer, April 19, 2018, Carlisle Fairgrounds, Carlisle, Pennsylvania
• SEMA Measuring Session: ’19 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ and High Country, April 24, 2018, Detroit
• SEMA Washington Rally, May 16, 2018, Washington, D.C.
• SEMA Australia Business Development Program, May 24–28, 2018, Melbourne, Australia
• SEMA Town Hall Meeting, June 7, 2018, Flaming River Industries, Berea, Ohio
• SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit, June 25–26, 2018, Las Vegas
• Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD), July 13, 2018
• SEMA China Business Development Conference, August 22–26, 2018, Shanghai, China
• SEMA Show, October 30–November 2, 2018, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas
• PRI Trade Show, December 6–8, 2018, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis

For association-related travel, contact Manya Petropaki (manya.p@travelstore.com) at Travel Store USA, 949-930-9268.

The 2018 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.

The 2018 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.

By Rachel Tatum

Go behind the scenes of the 2017 SEMA Show with industry hosts Tanner Foust and Adrienne “AJ” Janic as they navigate viewers through the 2017 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition.

Tune in to the Velocity Channel Saturday, March 10, for a re-airing of the one-hour “SEMA: Battle of the Builders” TV special.

Go behind the scenes of the 2017 SEMA Show with industry hosts Tanner Foust and Adrienne “AJ” Janic as they navigate viewers through the 2017 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition. Viewers can re-live the excitement as top builders are narrowed down from 300 to one ultimate winner.  

Check your local cable or satellite providers for times and details, or visit the Velocity Channel website.

By Rachel Tatum

Go behind the scenes of the 2017 SEMA Show with industry hosts Tanner Foust and Adrienne “AJ” Janic as they navigate viewers through the 2017 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition.

Tune in to the Velocity Channel Saturday, March 10, for a re-airing of the one-hour “SEMA: Battle of the Builders” TV special.

Go behind the scenes of the 2017 SEMA Show with industry hosts Tanner Foust and Adrienne “AJ” Janic as they navigate viewers through the 2017 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition. Viewers can re-live the excitement as top builders are narrowed down from 300 to one ultimate winner.  

Check your local cable or satellite providers for times and details, or visit the Velocity Channel website.

By Rachel Tatum

Go behind the scenes of the 2017 SEMA Show with industry hosts Tanner Foust and Adrienne “AJ” Janic as they navigate viewers through the 2017 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition.

Tune in to the Velocity Channel Saturday, March 10, for a re-airing of the one-hour “SEMA: Battle of the Builders” TV special.

Go behind the scenes of the 2017 SEMA Show with industry hosts Tanner Foust and Adrienne “AJ” Janic as they navigate viewers through the 2017 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition. Viewers can re-live the excitement as top builders are narrowed down from 300 to one ultimate winner.  

Check your local cable or satellite providers for times and details, or visit the Velocity Channel website.

By Rachel Tatum

Go behind the scenes of the 2017 SEMA Show with industry hosts Tanner Foust and Adrienne “AJ” Janic as they navigate viewers through the 2017 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition.

Tune in to the Velocity Channel Saturday, March 10, for a re-airing of the one-hour “SEMA: Battle of the Builders” TV special.

Go behind the scenes of the 2017 SEMA Show with industry hosts Tanner Foust and Adrienne “AJ” Janic as they navigate viewers through the 2017 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition. Viewers can re-live the excitement as top builders are narrowed down from 300 to one ultimate winner.  

Check your local cable or satellite providers for times and details, or visit the Velocity Channel website.

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