Showgoers view the Toyota HiLux, which SEMA imported from the Middle East.

More than 100 companies have signed up to measure the 2012 Toyota HiLux—a compact pickup popular globally but not sold in the United States. SEMA imported the vehicle in partnership with the U.S. Department of Commerce to provide an opportunity for members to measure it and create export-ready products.

In the short time since the vehicle arrived in the United States in mid-July, 18 SEMA members already have created product, which were displayed at the SEMA Show.

SEMA members exhibiting products for the HiLux at the Show included:

• American Racing
• AMP RESEARCH
• ATS Design
• C.R. Laurence Co. Inc.
• Cequent Performance Products
• Dynatrac Products Co. Inc.
• Firestone Industrial Products
• Hellwig Products
• Husky Liners
• JRi Shocks
• K&N Engineering
• McGard LLC
• OMIX-ADA
• Penda Corp.
• Rugged Liner Inc.
• Stampede Products
• Timbren Industries Inc.
• Truck Covers USA

	Showgoers view the Toyota HiLux, which SEMA imported from the Middle East.

More than 100 companies have signed up to measure the 2012 Toyota HiLux—a compact pickup popular globally but not sold in the United States. SEMA imported the vehicle in partnership with the U.S. Department of Commerce to provide an opportunity for members to measure it and create export-ready products.

In the short time since the vehicle arrived in the United States in mid-July, 18 SEMA members already have created product, which were displayed at the SEMA Show.

SEMA members exhibiting products for the HiLux at the Show included:

• American Racing
• AMP RESEARCH
• ATS Design
• C.R. Laurence Co. Inc.
• Cequent Performance Products
• Dynatrac Products Co. Inc.
• Firestone Industrial Products
• Hellwig Products
• Husky Liners
• JRi Shocks
• K&N Engineering
• McGard LLC
• OMIX-ADA
• Penda Corp.
• Rugged Liner Inc.
• Stampede Products
• Timbren Industries Inc.
• Truck Covers USA

Kyle Busch's "Rowdy Edition Camry" was named the winner of the 2012 Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge.

Kyle Busch and his creation known as the "Rowdy Edition Camry" was named the winner of the 2012 Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge. As the first-place winner, Busch received $50,000 for his designated charity, with second place receiving $25,000, third place $15,000 and fourth place $10,000. The announcement was made last week at Toyota's SEMA Show press conference by television racing commentator and "Top Gear USA" host Rutledge Wood.

Announced earlier this year, the Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge was a vehicle-modification build competition where fans determined the winner among four Toyota Racing drivers who were competing for charity. Fans were invited to vote via Facebook for their favorite vehicle, customized with parts and accessories available through TRD, begging near the end of October.

View the video of the Toyota Press Conference at the 2012 SEMA Show.

Kyle Busch's "Rowdy Edition Camry" was named the winner of the 2012 Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge.

Kyle Busch and his creation known as the "Rowdy Edition Camry" was named the winner of the 2012 Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge. As the first-place winner, Busch received $50,000 for his designated charity, with second place receiving $25,000, third place $15,000 and fourth place $10,000. The announcement was made last week at Toyota's SEMA Show press conference by television racing commentator and "Top Gear USA" host Rutledge Wood.

Announced earlier this year, the Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge was a vehicle-modification build competition where fans determined the winner among four Toyota Racing drivers who were competing for charity. Fans were invited to vote via Facebook for their favorite vehicle, customized with parts and accessories available through TRD, begging near the end of October.

View the video of the Toyota Press Conference at the 2012 SEMA Show.

	All active and retired military personnel receive free admission for the Goodguys 23rd Autumn Get-Together, Sunday, November 11, at the Pleasanton Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, California.

Free Admission for Military Personnel at Goodguys 23rd Autumn Get-Together
The Goodguys Rod & Custom Association and Specialty Sales Classics have teamed up to offer FREE admission to all active and retired military personnel for the Goodguys 23rd Autumn Get-Together, Sunday, November 11, at the Pleasanton Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, California. The two-day automotive event features more than 2,500 American-powered hot rods, custom cars, classics, trucks, musclecars and street machines of all years, makes and models. The event also includes vendor exhibits, a giant swap meet and car corral, Goodguys AutoCross and more. All U.S. Military will be admitted for FREE (valid military ID required for admission) Sunday, November 11, for a special Veteran’s Day celebration. The U.S. Color Guard will post the colors during a special ceremony at high noon at the main stage. Other festive Veteran’s Day activities will also be featured.

Transamerican Auto Parts Names Jim Jackson International Sales Manager
Transamerican Auto Parts Company hired Jim Jackson as international sales manager, a newly created position for the company. According to Transamerican, Jackson is highly regarded in the automotive aftermarket industry, most recently serving as president of ARB USA/Air Locker Inc. for 23 years. Prior to that, Jackson was the international sales manager for six years at Warn International. Although Jackson's duties will require travel, he is based at Transamerican Auto Parts' headquarters in Compton, California.

Pictured left to right: Mitch Fogle, president, Lund International; Gary Disher, Niagara Truck 'N' Stuff; and Ed Orzetti, president & CEO,  Keystone Automotive Operations Inc.

Keystone Automotive, Lund International Give Away Chevrolet Silverado
Keystone Automotive and Lund International teamed up to offer one lucky Keystone customer a chance to win a customized ’12 Chevrolet Silverado for supporting and promoting the Lund International family of products. The contest, which began March 3 and ended October 1, was open to customers purchasing LUND and AVS products who earned entries to become one of the five finalists with a chance at picking the key to the giveaway vehicle. The five finalists were flown into Las Vegas for a three-night stay and VIP Tour of the  2012 SEMA Show. The final event - the grand prize drawing—took place in Last Vegas, at the SW Steakhouse on October 31, 2012, and Gary Disher was the grand prize winner of the customized Silverado.  

John Nodson to Serve as Vice President for Marx Group Advisors
Marx Group Advisors named John Nodson as the company's vice president. He will be responsible for providing hands-on experience as an analyst and dealmaker for acquisitions and divestitures. Nodson is also an advisory board member of Marx Group Advisors. According to the Marx Group Advisors, Nodson was with Standard Motor Products for 35 years, most recently as director of marketing, where he provided leadership for business units building and managing multiple brands and full lines of engine management, brake products and retail accessories. Since 2009, Nodson has been the vice president of research for The Marx Group, an allied organization of Marx Group Advisors that specializes in marketing communications in the automotive and commercial vehicle aftermarket. In that role he has been managing the market research department, including primary and secondary research, focus groups and online studies. He also works with major data providers to help clients select the right information to incorporate into customized data analyses.  

	SEMA Mustang Build Powered by Women, better known as “High Gear,” is now available for auction to raise money for the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund.

The SEMA Mustang Build Powered by Women, better known as “High Gear,” debuted in the Ford Motor Co. booth on the opening day of the 2012 SEMA Show. The ’13 Mustang GT is now available for auction to raise money for the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. To place your bid or learn more details about the Mustang and auction, visit www.sema.org/auctions.

The Mustang Build made national headlines during the summer when more than 40 women volunteered their time and expertise to customize the vehicle in less than two months.

The SBN launched the project to showcase the talented women of the automotive industry. With SEMA and Ford Motor Co. teaming up for the build, an additional 40-plus SEMA-member companies donated products and services, which include custom paint, customized wheels, a custom leather interior, high-performance suspension and a new supercharger autographed by industry legend Vic Edelbrock.

“This project could not have happened without the amazing support between SEMA, Ford Motor Co., Source Interlink Media (SIM), along with the many manufacturers who provided product for the Mustang and our awesome women build team members,” said Rose Kawasaki, SBN Vehicle Build Task Force chair.

“This project has confirmed the fact that there are a group of passionate female enthusiasts in the automotive industry, and this was an ideal undertaking to showcase the talent of women in our industry,” said Doug Evans, executive vice president for Source Interlink Media. SIM, which publishes dozens of leading automotive publications, including Hot Rod magazine, was an active partner in the SEMA Mustang Build, which hosted much of the build at its headquarters in El Segundo, California.

More information SEMA Mustang Build website is available online at www.sema.org/sema-mustang-build. More information on the SBN is available at www.sema.org/sbn or by contacting Bryan Harrison at BryanH@sema.org or 909-978-6691.

	SEMA Mustang Build Powered by Women, better known as “High Gear,” is now available for auction to raise money for the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund.

The SEMA Mustang Build Powered by Women, better known as “High Gear,” debuted in the Ford Motor Co. booth on the opening day of the 2012 SEMA Show. The ’13 Mustang GT is now available for auction to raise money for the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. To place your bid or learn more details about the Mustang and auction, visit www.sema.org/auctions.

The Mustang Build made national headlines during the summer when more than 40 women volunteered their time and expertise to customize the vehicle in less than two months.

The SBN launched the project to showcase the talented women of the automotive industry. With SEMA and Ford Motor Co. teaming up for the build, an additional 40-plus SEMA-member companies donated products and services, which include custom paint, customized wheels, a custom leather interior, high-performance suspension and a new supercharger autographed by industry legend Vic Edelbrock.

“This project could not have happened without the amazing support between SEMA, Ford Motor Co., Source Interlink Media (SIM), along with the many manufacturers who provided product for the Mustang and our awesome women build team members,” said Rose Kawasaki, SBN Vehicle Build Task Force chair.

“This project has confirmed the fact that there are a group of passionate female enthusiasts in the automotive industry, and this was an ideal undertaking to showcase the talent of women in our industry,” said Doug Evans, executive vice president for Source Interlink Media. SIM, which publishes dozens of leading automotive publications, including Hot Rod magazine, was an active partner in the SEMA Mustang Build, which hosted much of the build at its headquarters in El Segundo, California.

More information SEMA Mustang Build website is available online at www.sema.org/sema-mustang-build. More information on the SBN is available at www.sema.org/sbn or by contacting Bryan Harrison at BryanH@sema.org or 909-978-6691.

	SEMA Mustang Build Powered by Women, better known as “High Gear,” is now available for auction to raise money for the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund.

The SEMA Mustang Build Powered by Women, better known as “High Gear,” debuted in the Ford Motor Co. booth on the opening day of the 2012 SEMA Show. The ’13 Mustang GT is now available for auction to raise money for the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. To place your bid or learn more details about the Mustang and auction, visit www.sema.org/auctions.

The Mustang Build made national headlines during the summer when more than 40 women volunteered their time and expertise to customize the vehicle in less than two months.

The SBN launched the project to showcase the talented women of the automotive industry. With SEMA and Ford Motor Co. teaming up for the build, an additional 40-plus SEMA-member companies donated products and services, which include custom paint, customized wheels, a custom leather interior, high-performance suspension and a new supercharger autographed by industry legend Vic Edelbrock.

“This project could not have happened without the amazing support between SEMA, Ford Motor Co., Source Interlink Media (SIM), along with the many manufacturers who provided product for the Mustang and our awesome women build team members,” said Rose Kawasaki, SBN Vehicle Build Task Force chair.

“This project has confirmed the fact that there are a group of passionate female enthusiasts in the automotive industry, and this was an ideal undertaking to showcase the talent of women in our industry,” said Doug Evans, executive vice president for Source Interlink Media. SIM, which publishes dozens of leading automotive publications, including Hot Rod magazine, was an active partner in the SEMA Mustang Build, which hosted much of the build at its headquarters in El Segundo, California.

More information SEMA Mustang Build website is available online at www.sema.org/sema-mustang-build. More information on the SBN is available at www.sema.org/sbn or by contacting Bryan Harrison at BryanH@sema.org or 909-978-6691.

	Marla Moore of Hypertech was named the 2012 SEMA Person of the Year during the SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet held last week in Las Vegas. Moore, who is currently the chair of the SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN), has been involved with the specialty-equipment industry for more than 30 years.

The prestigious SEMA Person of the Year Award for 2012 was presented to Marla Moore of Hypertech during the SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet held last week in Las Vegas. Moore, who is currently the chair of the SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN), has been involved with the specialty-equipment industry for more than 30 years.

Moore is no stranger to volunteer work for the industry, having held seats on the select committees of the SBN and SEMA's Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC). She was formerly a part of the SEMA Scholarship Fund Select Committee, and she contributes to a number of other industry organizations.   

Throughout her career, Moore has worked closely with industry mentors that included SEMA icons such as Mark Heffington, Ron Coleman, Scooter Brothers, Jim McFarland and Amy Faulk. In fact Faulk, who is a founding member of both the MPMC and the SBN, was one of the people who strongly encouraged Moore to get involved and become active with SEMA.

Moore grew up helping her dad work on vehicle projects, rebuilding one car or another. While she did have two brothers, it was Moore who was the one who would turn wrenches with her father. At a young age, she was hooked on anything that was fast—cars, bikes or boats.

In a recent interview with SEMA Member News, Moore recalls that one of the brightest moments in her life was when she brought her dad to the SEMA Show and was able to introduce him to all his automotive heroes: Carroll Shelby, Jack Roush, Vic Edelbrock Jr., Mark Heffington, Scooter Brothers and so many others.

One of Moore's recent accomplishments with the SBN includes her work as task force chairman for the SEMA Mustang Build Powered by Women.

	Marla Moore of Hypertech was named the 2012 SEMA Person of the Year during the SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet held last week in Las Vegas. Moore, who is currently the chair of the SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN), has been involved with the specialty-equipment industry for more than 30 years.

The prestigious SEMA Person of the Year Award for 2012 was presented to Marla Moore of Hypertech during the SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet held last week in Las Vegas. Moore, who is currently the chair of the SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN), has been involved with the specialty-equipment industry for more than 30 years.

Moore is no stranger to volunteer work for the industry, having held seats on the select committees of the SBN and SEMA's Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC). She was formerly a part of the SEMA Scholarship Fund Select Committee, and she contributes to a number of other industry organizations.   

Throughout her career, Moore has worked closely with industry mentors that included SEMA icons such as Mark Heffington, Ron Coleman, Scooter Brothers, Jim McFarland and Amy Faulk. In fact Faulk, who is a founding member of both the MPMC and the SBN, was one of the people who strongly encouraged Moore to get involved and become active with SEMA.

Moore grew up helping her dad work on vehicle projects, rebuilding one car or another. While she did have two brothers, it was Moore who was the one who would turn wrenches with her father. At a young age, she was hooked on anything that was fast—cars, bikes or boats.

In a recent interview with SEMA Member News, Moore recalls that one of the brightest moments in her life was when she brought her dad to the SEMA Show and was able to introduce him to all his automotive heroes: Carroll Shelby, Jack Roush, Vic Edelbrock Jr., Mark Heffington, Scooter Brothers and so many others.

One of Moore's recent accomplishments with the SBN includes her work as task force chairman for the SEMA Mustang Build Powered by Women.