Racing News: CJ Greaves Wins at Crandon as the TORC Series Crowns 2016 Champs
Thu, 09/08/2016 - 10:31

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Through real-world training, mentoring and support, the Frank Hawley Drag Racing School helps prepare drag racers for the unique demands of each drag-racing environment. Photo credit: Frank Hawley Drag Racing School

Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels Continues Support of Frank Hawley Drag Racing School

Mickey Thompson has announced its continued support of the Frank Hawley Drag Racing School. Founded by two-time NHRA Funny Car Champion Frank Hawley, the school brings elite drag-racing talent together with racers seeking certification in specific drag-racing classes and categories. Through real-world training, mentoring and support, the school helps prepare drag racers for the unique demands of each drag-racing environment. In addition to the standard curriculum and certification programs, the school also offers the Mickey Thompson Dragster Adventure, which provides training at select drag strips across the country, giving students an opportunity to train at the racetrack in a Frank Hawley Drag Racing School dragster.

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CJ Greaves chases Johnny Greaves in PRO 4WD. Photo credit: TORC Series

CJ Greaves Wins at Crandon as the TORC Series Crowns 2016 Champs

TORC: The Off-Road Championship presented by AMSOIL capped another season of short-course off-road racing last Saturday at Crandon International Off-Road Raceway. CJ Greaves was the big winner this season, taking home both the PRO 4WD and PRO 2WD TORC Series titles for the second year in a row with a pair of Crandon podiums. Kyle Hart finished second in last Saturday’s Atturo Tires PRO Light race to lock down his first-ever TORC Series title. The TORC Series awarded PRO UTV championships for the first time as record fields took to the historic Crandon track.

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Scott Dixon collected his 40th career Indy car win last weekend, moving the 36-year-old alone into fourth on the all-time list ahead of Al Unser.

Scott Dixon Wins IndyCar Grand Prix at The Glen

No. 9 Target Chip Ganassi Racing Chevrolet driver Scott Dixon led 50 of 60 laps in last weekend’s IndyCar Grand Prix at The Glen presented by Hitachi to collect his fourth win on the 3.37-mile permanent road course. Stretching his final tank of ethanol over the final 19 laps, Dixon cruised across the finish line 16.5308 seconds ahead of Josef Newgarden. Dixon collected his 40th career Indy car win, moving the 36-year-old alone into fourth on the all-time list ahead of Al Unser. Dixon also now has led 4,899 laps in his 16-year career, moving him ahead of Bobby Unser into sixth on that all-time chart. Meanwhile, the battle for the 2016 Verizon IndyCar Series championship was whittled to two drivers. Leader Simon Pagenaud finished seventh in the race and takes a 43-point lead over Team Penske teammate Will Power into the double-points finale—the GoPro Grand Prix of Sonoma on September 18.

Register for the 2016 SEMA Show
Thu, 09/08/2016 - 10:20

The 2016 SEMA Show is scheduled for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, in Las Vegas. Online registration for the Show, available now through October 14, is $40.

The 2015 SEMA Show gathered more than 170,000 individuals together to do business. The annual Show features manufacturers representing all segments of the industry highlighting their latest product innovations—from wheels, tires, mobile electronics, restyling kits and paint, to exhaust kits, engine upgrades, suspension components, interior products and much more.

Register for the 2016 SEMA Show
Thu, 09/08/2016 - 10:20

The 2016 SEMA Show is scheduled for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, in Las Vegas. Online registration for the Show, available now through October 14, is $40.

The 2015 SEMA Show gathered more than 170,000 individuals together to do business. The annual Show features manufacturers representing all segments of the industry highlighting their latest product innovations—from wheels, tires, mobile electronics, restyling kits and paint, to exhaust kits, engine upgrades, suspension components, interior products and much more.

Secure Booth Space Here for the 2016 SEMA Show
Thu, 09/08/2016 - 10:17

The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center.

As part of Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW), the SEMA Show attracts more than 100,000 industry leaders from more than 100 countries for unlimited profit opportunities in the automotive, truck and SUV, powersports and RV markets.

The 2015 SEMA Show drew more than 60,000 domestic and international buyers.

Secure Booth Space Here for the 2016 SEMA Show
Thu, 09/08/2016 - 10:17

The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center.

As part of Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW), the SEMA Show attracts more than 100,000 industry leaders from more than 100 countries for unlimited profit opportunities in the automotive, truck and SUV, powersports and RV markets.

The 2015 SEMA Show drew more than 60,000 domestic and international buyers.

Industry Jobs
Thu, 09/08/2016 - 10:15

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company enables employees to participate in webinars, access free market research, join SEMA committees and more.

Industry Jobs
Thu, 09/08/2016 - 10:15

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company enables employees to participate in webinars, access free market research, join SEMA committees and more.

SEMA Council & Network News: How Volunteering Presents Opportunities
Thu, 09/08/2016 - 09:55

Strengthen Your Company Through Community

No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, trucks or wheels and tires—there’s a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of market-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular industry segment.

 

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Jonathan Mill (center) won YEN’s inaugural SEMA Launch Pad competition.
How Volunteering Presents Opportunities
By Jonathan Mill
 
The first time I got to shake the hands of some of the biggest automotive aftermarket moguls was when I was working the door for the YEN reception. This task is a simple volunteer position that only takes 30 minutes of your time, but is a prime example of how giving back to the association ends up giving you opportunities that you otherwise wouldn’t have had. What you do with those opportunities and what you get out of them is up to you.
 
When you volunteer your time, you will not get paid, but stay with me. What you end up gaining is something that is priceless—the feeling that you made a difference in someone’s life in a selfless act. I personally had the opportunity to lead a group of students on a tour of the SEMA Show floor. The time that I spent with them did not advance my career, but the look of inspiration on their faces told me that I had just given back. Who knows? Maybe one of those students could grow up and become a SEMA Hall of Famer one day.
 
There hasn’t been one time when I have volunteered that I didn’t walk away with enough motivation to last a lifetime. Another shining example was when I helped out with the SEMA Launch Pad competition last year as a time keeper. As I was setting up in front, I had the pleasure of sitting next to Jessi Combs before she went up on stage to judge the competition. Getting to bounce ideas off of the world’s fastest woman on four wheels was an opportunity I didn’t foresee. Her passion for the industry filled my inspiration meter and sent me away from that experience that much more ready to achieve my goals.  
 
Getting involved is important to the progression of your career. Sometimes opportunities to give back are hard to spot. If that is the case, then reach out and create them. Many people are open to getting more involved and volunteering their time but they may not know where to begin or with whom to speak. General membership meetings are the perfect opportunity to stop in, meet fellow Yensters, and learn more about what the network does. We oftentimes will ask for volunteers for upcoming opportunities, so raise your hand and try it! If you have an area in which you specialize, such as social media or content development, let us know and we will find an opportunity to get you plugged in.
 
A general membership meeting and mixer will be held at the 2016 SEMA Show. We hope to see you there!
 
If you have questions about YEN, or would like to learn more about volunteering, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.

Jonathan Mill of Keyway Innovations is an active member of the Young Executive Network (YEN), currently serving as a select committee member. He is passionate about volunteering his time and becoming more involved in the industry that he loves. Below, he recalls how volunteering has opened his eyes and doors to professional opportunities. 

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SEMA Council & Network News: How Volunteering Presents Opportunities
Thu, 09/08/2016 - 09:55

Strengthen Your Company Through Community

No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, trucks or wheels and tires—there’s a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of market-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular industry segment.

 

YEN Logo
Visit YEN's website
mill
Jonathan Mill (center) won YEN’s inaugural SEMA Launch Pad competition.
How Volunteering Presents Opportunities
By Jonathan Mill
 
The first time I got to shake the hands of some of the biggest automotive aftermarket moguls was when I was working the door for the YEN reception. This task is a simple volunteer position that only takes 30 minutes of your time, but is a prime example of how giving back to the association ends up giving you opportunities that you otherwise wouldn’t have had. What you do with those opportunities and what you get out of them is up to you.
 
When you volunteer your time, you will not get paid, but stay with me. What you end up gaining is something that is priceless—the feeling that you made a difference in someone’s life in a selfless act. I personally had the opportunity to lead a group of students on a tour of the SEMA Show floor. The time that I spent with them did not advance my career, but the look of inspiration on their faces told me that I had just given back. Who knows? Maybe one of those students could grow up and become a SEMA Hall of Famer one day.
 
There hasn’t been one time when I have volunteered that I didn’t walk away with enough motivation to last a lifetime. Another shining example was when I helped out with the SEMA Launch Pad competition last year as a time keeper. As I was setting up in front, I had the pleasure of sitting next to Jessi Combs before she went up on stage to judge the competition. Getting to bounce ideas off of the world’s fastest woman on four wheels was an opportunity I didn’t foresee. Her passion for the industry filled my inspiration meter and sent me away from that experience that much more ready to achieve my goals.  
 
Getting involved is important to the progression of your career. Sometimes opportunities to give back are hard to spot. If that is the case, then reach out and create them. Many people are open to getting more involved and volunteering their time but they may not know where to begin or with whom to speak. General membership meetings are the perfect opportunity to stop in, meet fellow Yensters, and learn more about what the network does. We oftentimes will ask for volunteers for upcoming opportunities, so raise your hand and try it! If you have an area in which you specialize, such as social media or content development, let us know and we will find an opportunity to get you plugged in.
 
A general membership meeting and mixer will be held at the 2016 SEMA Show. We hope to see you there!
 
If you have questions about YEN, or would like to learn more about volunteering, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.

Jonathan Mill of Keyway Innovations is an active member of the Young Executive Network (YEN), currently serving as a select committee member. He is passionate about volunteering his time and becoming more involved in the industry that he loves. Below, he recalls how volunteering has opened his eyes and doors to professional opportunities. 

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2016 SEMA Show Exhibitors Offering Products to Vehicle Builders
Thu, 09/08/2016 - 09:53

By Jason Catullo

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Exhibitors can use the Project-Vehicle Builders form to offer parts to builders planning to construct a project vehicle for the 2016 SEMA Show.

Exhibitors at the 2016 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—offering exhibitors the additional exposure of their product displayed on today’s hottest custom vehicles.

Updated each week in SEMA eNews, the association’s electronic newsletter, the list features product offers and contact information provided by confirmed SEMA Show exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product can use the information listed to contact exhibitors directly. With all project vehicles required to be supported by a current 2016 SEMA Show exhibitor, all product-placement decisions, negotiations and agreements are the responsibility of the exhibiting manufacturer and the builder.

Exhibitors: Each submission will appear on a first-come, first-served basis beginning June 2016. All submissions are due by Friday, October 7, 2016.

Builders: If you are building a vehicle for the 2016 SEMA Show, consider submitting an application to participate in the Battle of the Builders competition. The competition will be held during SEMA Ignited—an extravaganza that will close out the 2016 SEMA Show, and includes food, music, celebrities, iconic builders and displays. The event gives the public, media, SEMA Show exhibitors, attendees and guests a rare opportunity to collect and share images of hundreds of customized vehicles featuring the newest and most innovative products from the SEMA Show. Battle of the Builders features elite automotive builders from across the nation competing for the title of Top Builder. For more information, visit www.semaignited.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 2016 SEMA Show.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2016 SEMA Show only. Exhibitors: To be included in the list, access the form online.

Latest Submissions

Engine/Underhood Components

Mishimoto Automotive: Performance cooling products including direct-fit and universal radiators, intercoolers, oil coolers, power steering coolers and transmission coolers, fans and fan shrouds, performance air intakes, performance exhausts, silicone and mandrel-bent aluminum intercooler pipe and silicone boot kits, silicone coolant and ancillary hoses, coolant and power steering reservoir tanks, oil filler caps, radiator caps. Contact: Ricky Nietubicz, rnietubicz@mishimoto.com; 302-762-4501. Website: www.mishimoto.com.

Exterior Components/Accessories

American Force Wheels Inc.: Forged wheels for UTVs, Jeeps, 1/4 ton, 1/2 ton, 3/4 ton and 1 ton trucks. Contact: Nick, nick@americanforcewheels.com. 786-345-6301. Website: www.americanforce.com.

Federal Tire: Looking for approved Feature Vehicles and Booth vehicles to sponsor with tires. Federal Tire RS-RR Street Tire 17", 18" 19" Widths up to 275 and Federal Tire MT for Trucks 15", 17", 18", 20" Up to 37" tall. Contact: Michael F Robleto, mike@imwks.com, 213-595-4720. Website: www.federaltire.com.

Jackcovers.com: Custom jack covers for high-lift jacks. Contact: Adam Wood, awood@awoodproducts.com; 949-445-6800. Website: www.jackcovers.com.

Mile Marker Industries LLC: Jeep/Truck winches, ATV/UTV winches, electric winches. Contact: Ed Whitty, ed@milemarker.com; 954-782-0604. Website: www.milemarker.com. 

Rhino-Rack USA: Heavy-duty aluminum roof racks for cars, trucks, SUVs and truck toppers. Bike, ski, snowboard, canoe and kayak sport mounts, along with an extensive selection of 4WD, commercial and contractor accessories for professional/trade use. Gear transportation solutions complete with cargo boxes, baskets, luggage bags, and trays, as well as tents, awnings and other shade products. Contact: Robert Close, rclose@rhinorack.com; 303-706-9700. Website: www.rhinorack.com.

Other Products/Services

Fuelab: Fuel pumps, regulators, filters and accessories. Contact: Josh Davis, josh.davis@fuelab.com; 618-344-3300. Website: www.fuelab.com.

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