Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:36

By SEMA News Staff

Barry Horlick
Barry Horlick of Voxx Wheels was inducted into the WTC Hall of Fame.

The Wheel and Tire Council (WTC) held its annual industry reception Tuesday evening at the Renaissance Hotel Pool Deck. The reception annually brings together members and Show attendees to network and enjoy food and beverage, and serves as the backdrop of the council’s WTC Hall of Fame presentation.

This year, Barry Horlick of Voxx Wheels was inducted into the WTC Hall of Fame.

The council’s Hall of Fame was founded to recognize and honor outstanding individuals in the wheel and tire industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments on a national basis have enhanced the status of the industry, while significantly contributing to its growth, progress and professionalism.

Learn more about the WTC at www.SEMA.org/wtc.

 

 

 

 

 

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:36

By SEMA News Staff

Barry Horlick
Barry Horlick of Voxx Wheels was inducted into the WTC Hall of Fame.

The Wheel and Tire Council (WTC) held its annual industry reception Tuesday evening at the Renaissance Hotel Pool Deck. The reception annually brings together members and Show attendees to network and enjoy food and beverage, and serves as the backdrop of the council’s WTC Hall of Fame presentation.

This year, Barry Horlick of Voxx Wheels was inducted into the WTC Hall of Fame.

The council’s Hall of Fame was founded to recognize and honor outstanding individuals in the wheel and tire industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments on a national basis have enhanced the status of the industry, while significantly contributing to its growth, progress and professionalism.

Learn more about the WTC at www.SEMA.org/wtc.

 

 

 

 

 

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:05

By SEMA News Staff

ARMO Person of the Year
Dave Mihalko Sr. (second from left) of Restoration Specialties was named ARMO Person of the Year.

The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) held their annual Industry Awards Reception, Tuesday evening, at the Westgate Hotel. Attendees enjoyed an evening of dinner, beverages while networking with fellow restoration professionals.

ARMO Business of the Year
Auto Custom Carpets Inc. was named ARMO Business of the Year. Accepting the award was Ken Howell (middle), owner of Auto Custom Carpets.

Auto Custom Carpets Inc. was named ARMO Business of the Year. The ARMO Business of the Year winner must have demonstrated exceptional service, integrity and business ethics as well as made a commendable contribution to the restoration industry.

Dave Mihalko Sr. of Restoration Specialties was named ARMO Person of the Year—an honor presented to an individual in the restoration market who has made an exceptional contribution or impression on the hobby and industry during the past year.

ARMO is committed to preserving and promoting the automotive restoration industry through its projects, education programs, and by monitoring legislative and/or regulatory issues that may affect our members, thus ensuring the longevity and prosperity of the automotive restoration industry.

For more information about the Automotive Restoration Market Organization, visit www.SEMA.org/armo.

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:05

By SEMA News Staff

ARMO Person of the Year
Dave Mihalko Sr. (second from left) of Restoration Specialties was named ARMO Person of the Year.

The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) held their annual Industry Awards Reception, Tuesday evening, at the Westgate Hotel. Attendees enjoyed an evening of dinner, beverages while networking with fellow restoration professionals.

ARMO Business of the Year
Auto Custom Carpets Inc. was named ARMO Business of the Year. Accepting the award was Ken Howell (middle), owner of Auto Custom Carpets.

Auto Custom Carpets Inc. was named ARMO Business of the Year. The ARMO Business of the Year winner must have demonstrated exceptional service, integrity and business ethics as well as made a commendable contribution to the restoration industry.

Dave Mihalko Sr. of Restoration Specialties was named ARMO Person of the Year—an honor presented to an individual in the restoration market who has made an exceptional contribution or impression on the hobby and industry during the past year.

ARMO is committed to preserving and promoting the automotive restoration industry through its projects, education programs, and by monitoring legislative and/or regulatory issues that may affect our members, thus ensuring the longevity and prosperity of the automotive restoration industry.

For more information about the Automotive Restoration Market Organization, visit www.SEMA.org/armo.

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:05

By SEMA News Staff

ARMO Person of the Year
Dave Mihalko Sr. (second from left) of Restoration Specialties was named ARMO Person of the Year.

The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) held their annual Industry Awards Reception, Tuesday evening, at the Westgate Hotel. Attendees enjoyed an evening of dinner, beverages while networking with fellow restoration professionals.

ARMO Business of the Year
Auto Custom Carpets Inc. was named ARMO Business of the Year. Accepting the award was Ken Howell (middle), owner of Auto Custom Carpets.

Auto Custom Carpets Inc. was named ARMO Business of the Year. The ARMO Business of the Year winner must have demonstrated exceptional service, integrity and business ethics as well as made a commendable contribution to the restoration industry.

Dave Mihalko Sr. of Restoration Specialties was named ARMO Person of the Year—an honor presented to an individual in the restoration market who has made an exceptional contribution or impression on the hobby and industry during the past year.

ARMO is committed to preserving and promoting the automotive restoration industry through its projects, education programs, and by monitoring legislative and/or regulatory issues that may affect our members, thus ensuring the longevity and prosperity of the automotive restoration industry.

For more information about the Automotive Restoration Market Organization, visit www.SEMA.org/armo.

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 11:04

By SEMA News Staff

Gentleman Joe 
“Gentleman Joe” Schubeck will light up SEMA Ignited with Vintage Dragsters.

SEMA Hall of Fame member “Gentleman Joe” Schubeck will fire up his Vintage ’65 Top Fuel, Front Engine Dragster—along with three additional Vintage dragsters—at the SEMA Show’s official after-party, SEMA Ignited.

The three dragsters are: The Iron Horse, owned by Sam Chastain; The Southwind, owned by Jay Carpenter; and Tommy Allen’s “Soapy Sales,” all active Fuel Dragster racers in the sixties.

All credentialed Showgoers are invited to come see the flames dancing from the exhaust stacks and hear that special sound that embodies pure power, even at idle.

As a grand finale, all four of our Nitro dragsters will fire up together for a sound that will be heard for miles around. When the dragster engines shut off, the spectators are invited to ask questions and have a photo opportunity with these beautiful cars.

 

 

 

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 11:04

By SEMA News Staff

Gentleman Joe 
“Gentleman Joe” Schubeck will light up SEMA Ignited with Vintage Dragsters.

SEMA Hall of Fame member “Gentleman Joe” Schubeck will fire up his Vintage ’65 Top Fuel, Front Engine Dragster—along with three additional Vintage dragsters—at the SEMA Show’s official after-party, SEMA Ignited.

The three dragsters are: The Iron Horse, owned by Sam Chastain; The Southwind, owned by Jay Carpenter; and Tommy Allen’s “Soapy Sales,” all active Fuel Dragster racers in the sixties.

All credentialed Showgoers are invited to come see the flames dancing from the exhaust stacks and hear that special sound that embodies pure power, even at idle.

As a grand finale, all four of our Nitro dragsters will fire up together for a sound that will be heard for miles around. When the dragster engines shut off, the spectators are invited to ask questions and have a photo opportunity with these beautiful cars.

 

 

 

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 11:04

By SEMA News Staff

Gentleman Joe 
“Gentleman Joe” Schubeck will light up SEMA Ignited with Vintage Dragsters.

SEMA Hall of Fame member “Gentleman Joe” Schubeck will fire up his Vintage ’65 Top Fuel, Front Engine Dragster—along with three additional Vintage dragsters—at the SEMA Show’s official after-party, SEMA Ignited.

The three dragsters are: The Iron Horse, owned by Sam Chastain; The Southwind, owned by Jay Carpenter; and Tommy Allen’s “Soapy Sales,” all active Fuel Dragster racers in the sixties.

All credentialed Showgoers are invited to come see the flames dancing from the exhaust stacks and hear that special sound that embodies pure power, even at idle.

As a grand finale, all four of our Nitro dragsters will fire up together for a sound that will be heard for miles around. When the dragster engines shut off, the spectators are invited to ask questions and have a photo opportunity with these beautiful cars.

 

 

 

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 11:04

By SEMA News Staff

Gentleman Joe 
“Gentleman Joe” Schubeck will light up SEMA Ignited with Vintage Dragsters.

SEMA Hall of Fame member “Gentleman Joe” Schubeck will fire up his Vintage ’65 Top Fuel, Front Engine Dragster—along with three additional Vintage dragsters—at the SEMA Show’s official after-party, SEMA Ignited.

The three dragsters are: The Iron Horse, owned by Sam Chastain; The Southwind, owned by Jay Carpenter; and Tommy Allen’s “Soapy Sales,” all active Fuel Dragster racers in the sixties.

All credentialed Showgoers are invited to come see the flames dancing from the exhaust stacks and hear that special sound that embodies pure power, even at idle.

As a grand finale, all four of our Nitro dragsters will fire up together for a sound that will be heard for miles around. When the dragster engines shut off, the spectators are invited to ask questions and have a photo opportunity with these beautiful cars.

 

 

 

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 09:59

By SEMA News Staff

Hyundai revealed its new, limited-production Night model Tucson Tuesday at the 2016 SEMA Show. The new offering for the Tucson CUV appeals to customers looking to expresses their own individuality. The Night model goes on sale in late 2016 and pricing will be announced with dealership availability.

“Our new Night model attracts those who already appreciate the striking styling of the Tucson and want something just a little more to set them apart—the exclusive black RAYS® wheels with the panoramic roof combine for high appeal, inside and out,” said Trevor Lai, manager, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America.

Hyundai Night Tucson

The Night Tucson achieves its black monotone appearance by adding special features to standard Tucson Sport model content, including RAYS 19-in., black-finish alloys with black lug nuts, branded center cap and red valve stem caps. The Panoramic sunroof with dark, black-tinted glass and the gloss-black side mirror caps bolsters the CUV’s blackout. Interior upgrades include aluminum alloy sport pedals, a perforated leather steering wheel and front and rear LED maplights.

The Tucson Night model is available exclusively in Coliseum Gray, Caribbean Blue, Dazzling White and Black Noir Pearl exterior colors.