By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) is offering free data-management consultations at the 2019 SEMA Show in booth #20679.

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) team will be out in full force during SEMA Show week, offering free data-management consultations in booth #20679, upstairs in Central hall.

“We are very excited about this year’s SEMA Show,” said Gigi Ho, SDC director of operations. “With new programs and system functionality to reveal, we are looking forward to talking to our manufacturer and reseller members, as well as those looking to learn more about how SDC can help their businesses.

“We are also spotlighting manufacturers who have achieved Platinum data status throughout the Show floor. Platinum status means that buyers can expect the best and most complete data for their websites, point-of-sale systems, or wherever else they need content-rich data. Make sure to stop by these manufacturers’ booths and tell them you’d like to receive their product data through the SDC.”

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

Request a meeting time now!

“The SDC is the only industry-owned and -operated database with more than 450 brands and all the tools and expert assistance to get your data in order,” Ho said. “Resellers love our program, which provides unlimited exports at no charge to our members.”

For more information, go to www.semadatacoop.org or email info@semadatacoop.org.

By SEMA Editors

Exhibitors of the 2019 SEMA Show can expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

Exhibitors of the 2019 SEMA Show are invited to expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list connects manufacturers with builders looking to create or complete a vehicle project.

The list, which will be updated in SEMA eNews, features product offers and contact information provided by confirmed SEMA Show exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product should use the information to contact exhibitors directly. With each project vehicle required to be supported by a current 2019 SEMA Show exhibitor, all product-placement decisions, negotiations and agreements are the responsibility of the exhibiting manufacturer and the builder.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2019 SEMA Show only. To be included in the list, complete the form.

Exhibitors: Each submission will appear on a first-come, first-served basis. As participation increases, all submissions will also be archived on www.SEMAShow.com.

Note: For verification purposes, the Project-Vehicle Builders form must be used to participate in the program; email submissions will not be included in the list. Participation in the list does not guarantee product or vehicle placement at the 2019 SEMA Show.

View the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

By SEMA Editors

Exhibitors of the 2019 SEMA Show can expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

Exhibitors of the 2019 SEMA Show are invited to expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list connects manufacturers with builders looking to create or complete a vehicle project.

The list, which will be updated in SEMA eNews, features product offers and contact information provided by confirmed SEMA Show exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product should use the information to contact exhibitors directly. With each project vehicle required to be supported by a current 2019 SEMA Show exhibitor, all product-placement decisions, negotiations and agreements are the responsibility of the exhibiting manufacturer and the builder.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2019 SEMA Show only. To be included in the list, complete the form.

Exhibitors: Each submission will appear on a first-come, first-served basis. As participation increases, all submissions will also be archived on www.SEMAShow.com.

Note: For verification purposes, the Project-Vehicle Builders form must be used to participate in the program; email submissions will not be included in the list. Participation in the list does not guarantee product or vehicle placement at the 2019 SEMA Show.

View the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

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

By Della Domingo

The top three finalists in each category for the SEMA Award will be announced and presented Monday, November 4, at the SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal in Las Vegas.

SEMA Show exhibitors have cast their votes and selected vehicles that represent the best business opportunities for the aftermarket in five categories: car, truck, 4x4/SUV, sport compact and powersports vehicle. The top three finalists in each category for the awards, which will be announced and presented Monday, November 4, at the SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal, in Las Vegas, are:

• SEMA Car of the Year: Audi R8, Chevrolet Camaro, Ford Mustang
• SEMA Truck of the Year: Chevrolet Silverado, Ford F-Series, RAM
• SEMA 4x4/SUV of the Year: Chevrolet Blazer, Jeep Wrangler, Toyota 4Runner
• SEMA Sport Compact of the Year: Audi RS  3, Ford Focus, Volkswagen GTI
• SEMA Powersports Vehicle of the Year: Honda Talon, Mahindra Roxor A/T, Polaris RZR

“SEMA Show exhibitors are the experts when it comes to knowing what trends to follow or which vehicles are the best for vehicle customization,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM and product development programs. “We’re grateful that SEMA Show exhibitors have voiced their picks and are excited to recognize winning automakers at the upcoming SEMA Show.”

The SEMA Award program creates awareness for aftermarket products and epitomizes the ongoing collaboration SEMA has with automakers and aftermarket manufacturers to bring quality products to market. SEMA also helps aftermarket manufacturers with product development through the SEMA Garage, measuring sessions, 3-D printing and technology transfer.

For additional information about the SEMA Award program, visit www.sema.org/semaaward.

By Della Domingo

The top three finalists in each category for the SEMA Award will be announced and presented Monday, November 4, at the SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal in Las Vegas.

SEMA Show exhibitors have cast their votes and selected vehicles that represent the best business opportunities for the aftermarket in five categories: car, truck, 4x4/SUV, sport compact and powersports vehicle. The top three finalists in each category for the awards, which will be announced and presented Monday, November 4, at the SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal, in Las Vegas, are:

• SEMA Car of the Year: Audi R8, Chevrolet Camaro, Ford Mustang
• SEMA Truck of the Year: Chevrolet Silverado, Ford F-Series, RAM
• SEMA 4x4/SUV of the Year: Chevrolet Blazer, Jeep Wrangler, Toyota 4Runner
• SEMA Sport Compact of the Year: Audi RS  3, Ford Focus, Volkswagen GTI
• SEMA Powersports Vehicle of the Year: Honda Talon, Mahindra Roxor A/T, Polaris RZR

“SEMA Show exhibitors are the experts when it comes to knowing what trends to follow or which vehicles are the best for vehicle customization,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM and product development programs. “We’re grateful that SEMA Show exhibitors have voiced their picks and are excited to recognize winning automakers at the upcoming SEMA Show.”

The SEMA Award program creates awareness for aftermarket products and epitomizes the ongoing collaboration SEMA has with automakers and aftermarket manufacturers to bring quality products to market. SEMA also helps aftermarket manufacturers with product development through the SEMA Garage, measuring sessions, 3-D printing and technology transfer.

For additional information about the SEMA Award program, visit www.sema.org/semaaward.

By Della Domingo

The top three finalists in each category for the SEMA Award will be announced and presented Monday, November 4, at the SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal in Las Vegas.

SEMA Show exhibitors have cast their votes and selected vehicles that represent the best business opportunities for the aftermarket in five categories: car, truck, 4x4/SUV, sport compact and powersports vehicle. The top three finalists in each category for the awards, which will be announced and presented Monday, November 4, at the SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal, in Las Vegas, are:

• SEMA Car of the Year: Audi R8, Chevrolet Camaro, Ford Mustang
• SEMA Truck of the Year: Chevrolet Silverado, Ford F-Series, RAM
• SEMA 4x4/SUV of the Year: Chevrolet Blazer, Jeep Wrangler, Toyota 4Runner
• SEMA Sport Compact of the Year: Audi RS  3, Ford Focus, Volkswagen GTI
• SEMA Powersports Vehicle of the Year: Honda Talon, Mahindra Roxor A/T, Polaris RZR

“SEMA Show exhibitors are the experts when it comes to knowing what trends to follow or which vehicles are the best for vehicle customization,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM and product development programs. “We’re grateful that SEMA Show exhibitors have voiced their picks and are excited to recognize winning automakers at the upcoming SEMA Show.”

The SEMA Award program creates awareness for aftermarket products and epitomizes the ongoing collaboration SEMA has with automakers and aftermarket manufacturers to bring quality products to market. SEMA also helps aftermarket manufacturers with product development through the SEMA Garage, measuring sessions, 3-D printing and technology transfer.

For additional information about the SEMA Award program, visit www.sema.org/semaaward.

By SEMA Editors

With the 2019 SEMA Show about four weeks away, Show management’s exhibitor update provides companies with the latest news and key deadlines, including early-bird and advance rates available for several booth services, as well as checklists to keep you on track and on budget.

The video below features Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events, offering suggestions on how to prepare and what to pack for a week at the SEMA Show.

Complete Deadlines Checklist - Take advantage of Early-bird rates—order before the deadlines!

The deadlines checklist provides a breakdown of all of the deadlines for booth orders, rentals, booth vehicle applications, celebrity appearance notifications and much more.

Budget Checklist – Double check your Show prep.

The budget checklist form allows you to keep track of all your costs and ensures that you are adequately prepared for your experience at the SEMA Show. 

The New Products Showcase area serves as an extra avenue for exhibitors to reach new customers, and remains enormously popular with buyers and media seeking the latest product advancements and innovations.

Enter the New Products Showcase – Reach out to more business.

The SEMA Show New Products Showcase puts the spotlight on new and signature products from exhibitors representing the segments of the specialty-equipment industry.

The New Products Showcase features a Promo Package, which is offered to exhibitors through the new products entry form as an optional upgrade. This is a great opportunity for exhibitors to add value and additional exposure to their presence in the New Products Showcase—the SEMA Show’s No. 1 buyer and media destination.

The cost is $499 per product and includes the following:

• Company logo carpet ad (2x2 ft.) in the New Products Showcase.
• A meter panel listing at the New Products Showcase entrance.
• Enhanced product listing in the January 2020 issue of SEMA News.

The New Products Showcase area serves as an extra avenue for exhibitors to reach new customers, and remains enormously popular with buyers and media seeking the latest product advancements and innovations. All of the products in the Showcase are photographed, featured in SEMA News and hosted on the SEMA website, www.SEMAphotos.com. The images are also promoted to the media and used for the product information available to buyers at the Show.

The first entry in the New Products Showcase is free. All additional entries are $75 per product category if received by Friday, October 11, and $150 thereafter. Entries submitted on-site will be accepted on a space-available basis.

The free SEMA Show mobile app gives Showgoers access to a comprehensive list of all exhibiting companies, seminars, events and more so users can create a personalized plan and maximize their time at the Show.

Know the Show – Download the SEMA App.

The SEMA Show App includes links to the Show’s essential info—a list of Show hours, details on ground transportation, maps of the Show grounds and halls, a list of special events with times and locations and feeds from the official SEMA Show social-media accounts. To quickly navigate the Las Vegas Convention Center, the app will take you where you want to go from anywhere on the Show floor. Simply enter your current location by booth number, exhibitor name or room number, then enter your destination and the app will supply you with the best route. Download the app at www.SEMAShow.com/app.

Exhibitor Appreciation Reception – Featuring SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal.

Exhibitors can meet with colleagues and other exhibitors and enjoy food and beverages, compliments of SEMA, during the Exhibitor Appreciation Reception, beginning 4:00 p.m., Monday, November 4. During the reception, the SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal, one of the Show’s newest attractions, will take place. The Vehicle Reveal will feature several Show builders introducing their vehicles and sharing stories of how the projects were brought to life. SEMA Awards will be presented.

Register Your Personnel – Exhibitor registration available at www.SEMAShow.com.

Go to www.SEMAShow.com/register to register the employees who will be working your SEMA Show booth or display.

The Westgate is among several hotels in the SEMA Show block located within 2 mi. from the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Reserve Hotel Rooms – Lock-in your guaranteed low rate.

Exhibitors who have not yet secured hotels for the 2019 SEMA Show can take advantage of the guaranteed low rates offered at www.SEMAShow.com/travel. SEMA Show management works with one official hotel provider, OnPeak, to ensure that all Showgoers receive guaranteed low rates and an extra level of service.

There are still several properties available that accommodate the style and budget of all business types making the trip to Vegas for the Show. Visit www.SEMAShow.com/travel to book rooms now—space is limited and available on a first come, first-served basis.

SEMA Show management encourages exhibitors, attendees and media to be vigilant if approached by any company or service other than OnPeak that claims to be a housing provider for the SEMA Show or AAPEX. Leading up to the Show, Showgoers might be contacted by other travel agencies or housing companies to book guest rooms. SEMA has no affiliation with these organizations and cannot vouch for their services in any way.

For booking assistance, contact OnPeak at 866-611-8831, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Companies with existing reservations need to have their OnPeak attendance/group ID number handy.

The Freeman Exhibit Transportation Caravan saves companies money by consolidating shipments with other exhibitors.

SEMA Show to PRI Freight-Transportation Special

Exhibitors who are participating in the 2019 SEMA Show and the 2019 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show can take advantage of a special shipping offer through the Freeman Exhibit Transportation Caravan, which saves companies money by consolidating shipments with other exhibitors. The caravan will carry freight from the Las Vegas Convention Center to the Fern Expositions Advance Warehouse in Indianapolis.

For added convenience, exhibitors can call 800-995-3579 to schedule in advance, or make arrangements at the SEMA Show through the Freeman transportation team, who are also available to assist with any shipping needs.

For more information about the Freeman Exhibit Transportation Caravan, email exhibit.transportation@freeman.com.   

New Products Breakfast – Recognizing the best of the industry.

Open to all SEMA Showgoers on Tuesday, November 5, 7:30 a.m., the SEMA Show New Products Breakfast is where winners of the Best New Products awards are announced. Buyers can get a jump on what’s hot in the marketplace and winning exhibitors can promote the honor. Tickets are free, but space is limited and must be reserved in advance.

SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet – Celebrate with the industry.

Held annually on Thursday evening of the SEMA Show, the banquet is where the industry’s most prestigious awards are presented. With 3,000 industry professionals and celebrities in attendance, winners are announced for the SEMA Person of the Year, Manufacturer of the Year, WD of the Year, Rep Agency of the Year and Gen-III Innovator of the Year. The 2019 Hall of Fame inductees are also honored.

Upcoming Exhibitor Deadlines – Take advantage of discounts by acting before the deadlines.

• October 18 – Carpet and Booth Cleaning Order (Advance Rate) – Freeman
• October 18 – Electrical Order – LVCC Exhibits (Advance Rate) – Freeman
• October 18 – Exhibit Accessories (Advance Rate) – Freeman
• October 18 – Exhibit Furnishings (Advance Rate) – Freeman
• October 18 – Labor – Hanging Sign/Banner (LVCC) – Freeman
• October 18 – Rigging Equipment – Labor Order – Freeman
• October 18 – Utilities: Air/Water/Drain Order (Advance Rate) – Exhibits at LVCC – Freeman
• October 21 - Booth Catering Order Service – Centerplate
• October 22 – Tents/Canopies – Full Circle Events
• October 22 – Photography Order – Expo Ease
• October 24 – Freight – Last Day Freight Will Be Accepted at the Warehouse Without Penalty
• October 25 – Vehicle Detailing (Advance Rate) – Professional Detailers
• November 4 – Onsite Press Releases/Kits submitted to the Media Center in #S220
• November 8 – Members Lounge Conference Room Reservation

More information on the 2019 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By SEMA Editors

With the 2019 SEMA Show about four weeks away, Show management’s exhibitor update provides companies with the latest news and key deadlines, including early-bird and advance rates available for several booth services, as well as checklists to keep you on track and on budget.

The video below features Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events, offering suggestions on how to prepare and what to pack for a week at the SEMA Show.

Complete Deadlines Checklist - Take advantage of Early-bird rates—order before the deadlines!

The deadlines checklist provides a breakdown of all of the deadlines for booth orders, rentals, booth vehicle applications, celebrity appearance notifications and much more.

Budget Checklist – Double check your Show prep.

The budget checklist form allows you to keep track of all your costs and ensures that you are adequately prepared for your experience at the SEMA Show. 

The New Products Showcase area serves as an extra avenue for exhibitors to reach new customers, and remains enormously popular with buyers and media seeking the latest product advancements and innovations.

Enter the New Products Showcase – Reach out to more business.

The SEMA Show New Products Showcase puts the spotlight on new and signature products from exhibitors representing the segments of the specialty-equipment industry.

The New Products Showcase features a Promo Package, which is offered to exhibitors through the new products entry form as an optional upgrade. This is a great opportunity for exhibitors to add value and additional exposure to their presence in the New Products Showcase—the SEMA Show’s No. 1 buyer and media destination.

The cost is $499 per product and includes the following:

• Company logo carpet ad (2x2 ft.) in the New Products Showcase.
• A meter panel listing at the New Products Showcase entrance.
• Enhanced product listing in the January 2020 issue of SEMA News.

The New Products Showcase area serves as an extra avenue for exhibitors to reach new customers, and remains enormously popular with buyers and media seeking the latest product advancements and innovations. All of the products in the Showcase are photographed, featured in SEMA News and hosted on the SEMA website, www.SEMAphotos.com. The images are also promoted to the media and used for the product information available to buyers at the Show.

The first entry in the New Products Showcase is free. All additional entries are $75 per product category if received by Friday, October 11, and $150 thereafter. Entries submitted on-site will be accepted on a space-available basis.

The free SEMA Show mobile app gives Showgoers access to a comprehensive list of all exhibiting companies, seminars, events and more so users can create a personalized plan and maximize their time at the Show.

Know the Show – Download the SEMA App.

The SEMA Show App includes links to the Show’s essential info—a list of Show hours, details on ground transportation, maps of the Show grounds and halls, a list of special events with times and locations and feeds from the official SEMA Show social-media accounts. To quickly navigate the Las Vegas Convention Center, the app will take you where you want to go from anywhere on the Show floor. Simply enter your current location by booth number, exhibitor name or room number, then enter your destination and the app will supply you with the best route. Download the app at www.SEMAShow.com/app.

Exhibitor Appreciation Reception – Featuring SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal.

Exhibitors can meet with colleagues and other exhibitors and enjoy food and beverages, compliments of SEMA, during the Exhibitor Appreciation Reception, beginning 4:00 p.m., Monday, November 4. During the reception, the SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal, one of the Show’s newest attractions, will take place. The Vehicle Reveal will feature several Show builders introducing their vehicles and sharing stories of how the projects were brought to life. SEMA Awards will be presented.

Register Your Personnel – Exhibitor registration available at www.SEMAShow.com.

Go to www.SEMAShow.com/register to register the employees who will be working your SEMA Show booth or display.

The Westgate is among several hotels in the SEMA Show block located within 2 mi. from the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Reserve Hotel Rooms – Lock-in your guaranteed low rate.

Exhibitors who have not yet secured hotels for the 2019 SEMA Show can take advantage of the guaranteed low rates offered at www.SEMAShow.com/travel. SEMA Show management works with one official hotel provider, OnPeak, to ensure that all Showgoers receive guaranteed low rates and an extra level of service.

There are still several properties available that accommodate the style and budget of all business types making the trip to Vegas for the Show. Visit www.SEMAShow.com/travel to book rooms now—space is limited and available on a first come, first-served basis.

SEMA Show management encourages exhibitors, attendees and media to be vigilant if approached by any company or service other than OnPeak that claims to be a housing provider for the SEMA Show or AAPEX. Leading up to the Show, Showgoers might be contacted by other travel agencies or housing companies to book guest rooms. SEMA has no affiliation with these organizations and cannot vouch for their services in any way.

For booking assistance, contact OnPeak at 866-611-8831, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Companies with existing reservations need to have their OnPeak attendance/group ID number handy.

The Freeman Exhibit Transportation Caravan saves companies money by consolidating shipments with other exhibitors.

SEMA Show to PRI Freight-Transportation Special

Exhibitors who are participating in the 2019 SEMA Show and the 2019 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show can take advantage of a special shipping offer through the Freeman Exhibit Transportation Caravan, which saves companies money by consolidating shipments with other exhibitors. The caravan will carry freight from the Las Vegas Convention Center to the Fern Expositions Advance Warehouse in Indianapolis.

For added convenience, exhibitors can call 800-995-3579 to schedule in advance, or make arrangements at the SEMA Show through the Freeman transportation team, who are also available to assist with any shipping needs.

For more information about the Freeman Exhibit Transportation Caravan, email exhibit.transportation@freeman.com.   

New Products Breakfast – Recognizing the best of the industry.

Open to all SEMA Showgoers on Tuesday, November 5, 7:30 a.m., the SEMA Show New Products Breakfast is where winners of the Best New Products awards are announced. Buyers can get a jump on what’s hot in the marketplace and winning exhibitors can promote the honor. Tickets are free, but space is limited and must be reserved in advance.

SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet – Celebrate with the industry.

Held annually on Thursday evening of the SEMA Show, the banquet is where the industry’s most prestigious awards are presented. With 3,000 industry professionals and celebrities in attendance, winners are announced for the SEMA Person of the Year, Manufacturer of the Year, WD of the Year, Rep Agency of the Year and Gen-III Innovator of the Year. The 2019 Hall of Fame inductees are also honored.

Upcoming Exhibitor Deadlines – Take advantage of discounts by acting before the deadlines.

• October 18 – Carpet and Booth Cleaning Order (Advance Rate) – Freeman
• October 18 – Electrical Order – LVCC Exhibits (Advance Rate) – Freeman
• October 18 – Exhibit Accessories (Advance Rate) – Freeman
• October 18 – Exhibit Furnishings (Advance Rate) – Freeman
• October 18 – Labor – Hanging Sign/Banner (LVCC) – Freeman
• October 18 – Rigging Equipment – Labor Order – Freeman
• October 18 – Utilities: Air/Water/Drain Order (Advance Rate) – Exhibits at LVCC – Freeman
• October 21 - Booth Catering Order Service – Centerplate
• October 22 – Tents/Canopies – Full Circle Events
• October 22 – Photography Order – Expo Ease
• October 24 – Freight – Last Day Freight Will Be Accepted at the Warehouse Without Penalty
• October 25 – Vehicle Detailing (Advance Rate) – Professional Detailers
• November 4 – Onsite Press Releases/Kits submitted to the Media Center in #S220
• November 8 – Members Lounge Conference Room Reservation

More information on the 2019 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By AJ Carney

To recognize attendees who make education a priority, SEMA Education will highlight regular seminar attendees as Power Users.

Participation in SEMA Show Education has grown exponentially over the last several years as professionals and small-business owners look to keep current on the latest trends and technologies affecting the automotive industry.

To recognize attendees who make education a priority, SEMA Education will highlight regular seminar attendees as Power Users. Interested?

It’s easy to launch your Power User status at the 2019 SEMA Show:

• Visit the Quad, located in the upper North Hall (outside N251).
• Snag your free custom lanyard and Power User pass.
• Attend three seminars throughout the week. That’s right, any three you want!
• At the end of each seminar you attend, see the room ambassador on your way out and get your user pass hole-punched.
• Stop back by the Quad and snag your limited-edition SEMA swag while supplies last.

“Individuals and companies recognize the value of business education and are making an investment in professional development,” said Zane Clark, SEMA’s senior director of education. “We are seeing company after company incorporating education into their strategic Show plans this year to ensure that they are maximizing their time and resources on-site.”  

At the close of the Show, attendees will receive a Power User questionnaire to help gauge the pulse of SEMA’s ever-evolving education program. Your feedback will help drive the 2020 seminar schedule. Learn more about the program.  

For questions, email Byron Bergmann, SEMA Education.

Get started, register for your first seminar today! Recommended seminars:

• SEMA Suggested: Life and Business with Myles Kovacs.
• SEMA Suggested: How to Avoid the Five Worst Pitfalls in Digital Marketing.
• SEMA Suggested: The Power Sports and Cross-Over Market.