The SEMA Wheel & Tire Council (WTC) announced the establishment of a new WTC Hall of Fame on Wednesday, November 5, 2009. The announcement came during the annual WTC industry reception, held this year at the Renaissance Hotel in Las Vegas during the 2009 SEMA Show.

Before the creation of the WTC Hall of Fame, the council recognized esteemed leaders with its Lifetime Achievement Award since 2001.

Learn more about the eight wheel and tire icons currently in the new WTC Hall of Fame and its newest inductee, Dick Horasian.   

"In June, we heard that Ford was receiving requests for a crew-cab version of the 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor high-performance, off-road pickup," says auto spy photographer Brenda Priddy. "Ford marketing manager Mark Grueber said the company hasn't made any decisions, but that there is demand for it."

Judging from these exclusive spy photos of a Raptor test truck with four full-size doors, however, Priddy says it looks as if a decision has been made.

"Despite the camo and fake rear roof, you can't miss the Raptor's 35-inch wheels and tires, the unique mesh grille with 'FORD' emblazoned across it, and even the red hash mark at 12 o'clock on the steering wheel indicating that the front wheels are straight."

Hardcore off-road enthusiasts may have reservations about the 145-inch-long wheelbase, which is likely to compromise desert-running and rock-crawling performance in favor of extra interior space. Those with large families or the need to transfer crews of four or five adults into the wilderness, however, are likely to appreciate it.

Priddy expects the four-door Raptor to arrive in the 2011 model year with the new 6.2L V8 and perhaps make a debut at the Chicago Auto Show in February.

Photos copyright Brenda Priddy & Company. Reuse or reproduction without copyright holder's consent is prohibited.

"In June, we heard that Ford was receiving requests for a crew-cab version of the 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor high-performance, off-road pickup," says auto spy photographer Brenda Priddy. "Ford marketing manager Mark Grueber said the company hasn't made any decisions, but that there is demand for it."

Judging from these exclusive spy photos of a Raptor test truck with four full-size doors, however, Priddy says it looks as if a decision has been made.

"Despite the camo and fake rear roof, you can't miss the Raptor's 35-inch wheels and tires, the unique mesh grille with 'FORD' emblazoned across it, and even the red hash mark at 12 o'clock on the steering wheel indicating that the front wheels are straight."

Hardcore off-road enthusiasts may have reservations about the 145-inch-long wheelbase, which is likely to compromise desert-running and rock-crawling performance in favor of extra interior space. Those with large families or the need to transfer crews of four or five adults into the wilderness, however, are likely to appreciate it.

Priddy expects the four-door Raptor to arrive in the 2011 model year with the new 6.2L V8 and perhaps make a debut at the Chicago Auto Show in February.

Photos copyright Brenda Priddy & Company. Reuse or reproduction without copyright holder's consent is prohibited.

"In June, we heard that Ford was receiving requests for a crew-cab version of the 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor high-performance, off-road pickup," says auto spy photographer Brenda Priddy. "Ford marketing manager Mark Grueber said the company hasn't made any decisions, but that there is demand for it."

Judging from these exclusive spy photos of a Raptor test truck with four full-size doors, however, Priddy says it looks as if a decision has been made.

"Despite the camo and fake rear roof, you can't miss the Raptor's 35-inch wheels and tires, the unique mesh grille with 'FORD' emblazoned across it, and even the red hash mark at 12 o'clock on the steering wheel indicating that the front wheels are straight."

Hardcore off-road enthusiasts may have reservations about the 145-inch-long wheelbase, which is likely to compromise desert-running and rock-crawling performance in favor of extra interior space. Those with large families or the need to transfer crews of four or five adults into the wilderness, however, are likely to appreciate it.

Priddy expects the four-door Raptor to arrive in the 2011 model year with the new 6.2L V8 and perhaps make a debut at the Chicago Auto Show in February.

Photos copyright Brenda Priddy & Company. Reuse or reproduction without copyright holder's consent is prohibited.

"In June, we heard that Ford was receiving requests for a crew-cab version of the 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor high-performance, off-road pickup," says auto spy photographer Brenda Priddy. "Ford marketing manager Mark Grueber said the company hasn't made any decisions, but that there is demand for it."

Judging from these exclusive spy photos of a Raptor test truck with four full-size doors, however, Priddy says it looks as if a decision has been made.

"Despite the camo and fake rear roof, you can't miss the Raptor's 35-inch wheels and tires, the unique mesh grille with 'FORD' emblazoned across it, and even the red hash mark at 12 o'clock on the steering wheel indicating that the front wheels are straight."

Hardcore off-road enthusiasts may have reservations about the 145-inch-long wheelbase, which is likely to compromise desert-running and rock-crawling performance in favor of extra interior space. Those with large families or the need to transfer crews of four or five adults into the wilderness, however, are likely to appreciate it.

Priddy expects the four-door Raptor to arrive in the 2011 model year with the new 6.2L V8 and perhaps make a debut at the Chicago Auto Show in February.

Photos copyright Brenda Priddy & Company. Reuse or reproduction without copyright holder's consent is prohibited.

"In June, we heard that Ford was receiving requests for a crew-cab version of the 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor high-performance, off-road pickup," says auto spy photographer Brenda Priddy. "Ford marketing manager Mark Grueber said the company hasn't made any decisions, but that there is demand for it."

Judging from these exclusive spy photos of a Raptor test truck with four full-size doors, however, Priddy says it looks as if a decision has been made.

"Despite the camo and fake rear roof, you can't miss the Raptor's 35-inch wheels and tires, the unique mesh grille with 'FORD' emblazoned across it, and even the red hash mark at 12 o'clock on the steering wheel indicating that the front wheels are straight."

Hardcore off-road enthusiasts may have reservations about the 145-inch-long wheelbase, which is likely to compromise desert-running and rock-crawling performance in favor of extra interior space. Those with large families or the need to transfer crews of four or five adults into the wilderness, however, are likely to appreciate it.

Priddy expects the four-door Raptor to arrive in the 2011 model year with the new 6.2L V8 and perhaps make a debut at the Chicago Auto Show in February.

Photos copyright Brenda Priddy & Company. Reuse or reproduction without copyright holder's consent is prohibited.

With more than 18,000 attendees, PAACE Automechanika is Mexico's largest trade-only exhibition for the automotive aftermarket.

Booth space is now available at the upcoming 2010 PAACE Automechanika Show, July 14–16, in Mexico City, an event that draws more than 18,000 attendees in the automotive industry. Access the 1-in-4 buyers that come to the annual show seeking to purchase specialty-equipment products by reserving your space now.

PAACE Automechanika is Mexico's largest trade-only exhibition for the automotive aftermarket. With a population of approximately 105 million, Mexico is the second-largest market in Latin America and one of the largest markets worldwide.

For more information, visit www.paaceautomechanika.com or contact Kristen Woodburn, Group Show Director, at: Kristen.Woodburn@USA.MesseFrankfurt.com or 770/984-8016 ext. 421.

With more than 18,000 attendees, PAACE Automechanika is Mexico's largest trade-only exhibition for the automotive aftermarket.

Booth space is now available at the upcoming 2010 PAACE Automechanika Show, July 14–16, in Mexico City, an event that draws more than 18,000 attendees in the automotive industry. Access the 1-in-4 buyers that come to the annual show seeking to purchase specialty-equipment products by reserving your space now.

PAACE Automechanika is Mexico's largest trade-only exhibition for the automotive aftermarket. With a population of approximately 105 million, Mexico is the second-largest market in Latin America and one of the largest markets worldwide.

For more information, visit www.paaceautomechanika.com or contact Kristen Woodburn, Group Show Director, at: Kristen.Woodburn@USA.MesseFrankfurt.com or 770/984-8016 ext. 421.

With more than 18,000 attendees, PAACE Automechanika is Mexico's largest trade-only exhibition for the automotive aftermarket.

Booth space is now available at the upcoming 2010 PAACE Automechanika Show, July 14–16, in Mexico City, an event that draws more than 18,000 attendees in the automotive industry. Access the 1-in-4 buyers that come to the annual show seeking to purchase specialty-equipment products by reserving your space now.

PAACE Automechanika is Mexico's largest trade-only exhibition for the automotive aftermarket. With a population of approximately 105 million, Mexico is the second-largest market in Latin America and one of the largest markets worldwide.

For more information, visit www.paaceautomechanika.com or contact Kristen Woodburn, Group Show Director, at: Kristen.Woodburn@USA.MesseFrankfurt.com or 770/984-8016 ext. 421.

With more than 18,000 attendees, PAACE Automechanika is Mexico's largest trade-only exhibition for the automotive aftermarket.

Booth space is now available at the upcoming 2010 PAACE Automechanika Show, July 14–16, in Mexico City, an event that draws more than 18,000 attendees in the automotive industry. Access the 1-in-4 buyers that come to the annual show seeking to purchase specialty-equipment products by reserving your space now.

PAACE Automechanika is Mexico's largest trade-only exhibition for the automotive aftermarket. With a population of approximately 105 million, Mexico is the second-largest market in Latin America and one of the largest markets worldwide.

For more information, visit www.paaceautomechanika.com or contact Kristen Woodburn, Group Show Director, at: Kristen.Woodburn@USA.MesseFrankfurt.com or 770/984-8016 ext. 421.