Here’s a first look at the ’23 Ford Super Duty Lariat with its front end completely exposed.
The Super Duty has the telltale signs of a Lariat including body color mirror caps, fog lights, Lariat spec rims and running boards. The exposed front end shows off a completely revised design which includes a new hood, fenders, grille, lower front clip and headlights that are incorporated into the grille design. Ford also carries over the C-clamp corporate look, although this time it encompasses an LED running light design. Around back the changes appear to be minimal, with the addition of revised LED tail lamps.
Inside, the Super Duty will gain a sleek new 12-in. touchscreen mounted horizontally which is currently found in the F-150.
Power is still expected to come from a three-engine portfolio: 6.2L V8, 7.3L V8 and the 6.7L V8 Turbo Diesel. All engine options are expected to be mated to the TorqShift 10-speed automatic transmission. We’re also told that there should be a slight bump in power when it comes to the 6.7L Turbo Diesel.
Production of the Ford Super Duty will continue at the Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, Kentucky. Expect an official debut sometime this fall.
SEMA Show exhibitors and attendees preparing for the 2022 SEMA Show can lock in the guaranteed lowest hotel rate now by booking in the SEMA Show Block.
Making hotel reservations in the Block provides you with the most affordable and convenient options for a wide range of hotels located on and off the Strip.
Showgoers can save more than $100 per night at several Las Vegas hotels, including Vdara, by booking in the SEMA Show Block.
All of the hotels available through the SEMA Show Block come with a low-price guarantee. To help ensure that your price remains the lowest, SEMA will price-match lower advertised rates, even after your reservations are set. Whether you're looking for your favorite place to stay, or for a hotel within close proximity to the Show, you can book with confidence knowing you will get the rooms you need at the the most affordable price available.
The SEMA Show also provides shuttle service to and from the Show for the hotels listed that are not within walking distance to the Las Vegas Convention Center.
There are more than 45 hotels available in the block. For more information on the hotels listed below, including rating, price per night and distance from the Las Vegas Convention Center, visit www.SEMAShow.com.
Tickets to the 2022 SEMA Awards Gala, a prestigious celebration where industry leaders and SEMA Hall of Fame members are recognized, are now available at www.sema.org/gala.
The prestigious SEMA Awards Gala will return to Anaheim, California, on July 29, to honor industry leaders and SEMA Hall of Fame inductees.
Formerly known as the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala, the annual SEMA Awards Gala is open to the industry and will take place July 29, at the brand-new Westin Anaheim Resort in Anaheim, California, in what will be a sort of homecoming for the industry. Following the inaugural SEMA Show at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles in 1967, the trade show was held at the Anaheim Convention Center from 1968 to 1976 before moving to Las Vegas the next year.
“The SEMA Awards Gala is a great opportunity for the industry to come together at mid-year to connect in person and have meaningful conversations in an intimate setting,” said SEMA CEO Mike Spagnola. “Our roots extend to the city of Anaheim, so it will be exciting to return with friends and colleagues to honor industry leaders."
Among those honored at this year’s Gala are incoming and outgoing board members and 2022 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees Walker Evans, Jack Roush and “Gene” Winfield.
The SEMA Cares Pinewood Drags, a cherished Gala tradition, will also return to offer industry participants the chance to sponsor a child-built pinewood racecar or challenge industry colleagues in head-to-head competition. The races, which are run throughout the Friday reception and into the evening, support SEMA Cares, a group that unites the automotive aftermarket’s fundraising efforts to raise money for various charities.
To secure one of the limited number of available seats and tables available for the 2022 SEMA Awards Gala, visit www.sema.org/gala. For more information about the SEMA Pinewood Drag Races or to sponsor a car, visit www.sema.org/pinewood.
Exhibitors of the 2022 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 use the information to contact exhibitors directly. With each project vehicle required to be supported by a current 2022 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 2022 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 2022 SEMA Show.
Registration for the 2022 SEMA Show, the premier gathering for the automotive specialty-equipment industry, is now open at www.semashow.com/register.
Taking place November 1–4 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, the 2022 SEMA Show will build upon the positive momentum following last year’s event, which successfully connected the $47.8 billion industry in person in what was the largest automotive trade show in North America since the pandemic shut everything down in 2020.
“The SEMA Show is where industry professionals go to grow existing relationships, create new ones, and push their businesses forward,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events. “Exhibitors are eager to showcase their products and services to the tens of thousands of qualified professionals in attendance.”
Anticipation for this year's SEMA Show ramped up in recent weeks as exhibitors selected their booth locations during Priority Space Selection, a weeks-long process that took place May 2–18.
“Enthusiasm for the 2022 Show continues to exceed last year’s, with more than 1 million sq. ft. of exhibitor space already committed for the 2022 SEMA Show and confirmed spaces running 25% above last year,” said Warren Kosikov, SEMA vice president of sales.
Attendees at the 2022 SEMA Show will learn about the latest products, trends and technology in the industry from manufacturers exhibiting throughout the entire Las Vegas Convention Center, including the surrounding parking lots. Educational seminars led by industry experts and networking events that bring market niches together will also be available during the four-day trade event.
“Our industry continues to thrive despite current challenges in the marketplace, and last year’s event proved that the value of conducting business and networking face-to-face can never be replaced,” said Gattuso. “Our mission is to help continue that momentum by providing an unparalleled experience that builds meaningful business relationships.”
Registration for the 2022 SEMA Show is offered in three categories—attendee, exhibitor and media—and everyone must qualify to attend. Attendees are encouraged to register early at www.semashow.com/register so they can secure their credentials and receive updates on breaking news from the 2022 SEMA Show.
Attendees are encouraged to check the floorplan to see where the companies they need to interact with will be located at the 2022 SEMA Show.
For more information about qualifying documents and the 2022 SEMA Show, log on to www.semashow.com.
Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest jobs posted to the website.
Senior PHP/Magento Developer Quadratec is currently recruiting and interviewing for a knowledgeable and reliable senior PHP developer to join its fast-paced team. The ideal candidate will be a key point of contact for all technology related issues and projects and maintain the company’s networks and set users up for success both onsite and remotely. Responsibilities include writing clean, maintainable and performant PHP code and working with the technology team to create integrations between systems. This position will be involved in the entire product lifecycle including the design, development, deployment and maintenance of new and existing features. Candidates must have at least five years of IT-related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Technician Boden Autohaus is hiring atechnician responsible for installation of aftermarket accessories, including suspension kits, spoilers, diffusers, mount and balance wheels/tires, grilles, bumper replacements, fiberglass products, and disassembly and reassembly of interior/exterior panels. Candidates must have three years’ experience in a related field.
Shipping/Receiving/Warehouse Motorsports Industries has immediate opening in its shipping/receiving department. The ideal candidate will have experience in picking and packing UPS, FedEx and LTL parcels. General knowledge of auto parts is a big plus. Applicants must have basic computer and keyboarding skills, and be able to speak and write English fluently. Position includes health and dental insurance and 401K program with company contributions.
Company acquisitions can be exciting times, but they can also create concerns about job security and the culture of the new management.
To help SEMA-member company employees thrive during corporate climate change, the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) is hosting a live webinar focused on gaining a better understanding of the acquisition process on June 27, at 11:00 p.m. (PDT).
“Thriving During Corporate Climate Changes – For Employees” features speaker Wade Kawasaki, managing partner of Legendary Companies, sharing:
Key challenges that that employees face during acquisitions.
How acquisitions impact the morale of the organization.
How employees can create a positive impact and maintain a team environment and sense of unity.
Kawasaki has successfully led his own team through an acquisition and will share his best-kept secrets for what employees need to know. Register today to engage with Kawasaki live.
The nomination period for the 2022 SEMA Person of the Year award is open and runs until July 15 at www.sema.org/awards.
Honoring individuals for their outstanding contributions to SEMA and the automotive aftermarket, the award is one of the most prestigious recognitions that is bestowed on any one individual by the association. Industry members are encouraged to submit a nomination for whom they feel deserves to be honored, as it’s a great way to express gratitude for the nominee’s proactive leadership in helping the industry succeed.
Sara Morosan was named 2021 SEMA Person of the Year.
If you know an individual who has gone the extra mile and stands out among all the others, don’t miss your chance to have a voice in the nomination process and bring their contributions to the forefront.
Candidates should be nominated for their outstanding contributions during the past 12 months corresponding with the SEMA fiscal year, July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022, and must be employed by a SEMA-member company. The award winner will be announced and celebrated Thursday evening during the SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet.
SEMA Manufacturer of the Year, Channel Partner of the Year, and GEN-III Innovator nominations are also being accepted at www.sema.org/awards.
MotorTrend Group Doubles Down on Hot Rods, EVs, Car Testing and Video With Two High-Powered Digital Storytellers
MotorTrend Group has announced that respected automotive media industry veterans Eric Tingwall and Mike Galimi have joined the company as MotorTrend testing director and HOT ROD network director, respectively. The announcement was made by Ed Loh, head of editorial for MotorTrend Group, to whom both will report.
As testing director, award-winning journalist Tingwall is responsible for leading MotorTrend’s vehicle-testing team and overseeing all testing, data collection and related reporting as the company evolves to meet the demands of the industry’s electrified and software-driven future. With 15 years of experience in automotive publishing, Tingwall is a proven, creative storyteller who brings an extensive background of testing and evaluating new vehicles and emerging technologies. Most recently, he led a content marketing program for Capital One Auto Finance, managing more than 20 freelance writers and editors. Prior to that, Tingwall served as technical director and print director over a span of eight years for Car and Driver. He will be based at MotorTrend’s Detroit office.
Mike Galimi
As part of a strategy to expand premium storytelling across MotorTrend Group’s digital platforms, Galimi, HOT ROD’s network director, will guide the editorial direction of HOT ROD toward broader and deeper connections between the video content and online, print and social-media platforms. Galimi brings 15 years of experience managing editorial teams, most recently as director of content and marketing at ProMedia, the parent company of National Mustang Racers Association and National Muscle Car Association. He will be based in New York.
Bosch Plans Acquisition of the MoTeC Group
Bosch Engineering GmbH—the manufacturer of electronics for automotive and more applications based in Abstatt, Germany—has announced plans to acquire MoTeC Group, headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Following approval, MoTeC will become an integral part of Bosch Motorsport, a business unit of Bosch Engineering GmbH, but will continue to operate as a separate entity under its own brand. The acquisition will allow Bosch Motorsport to extend its product portfolio and distribution.
MoTeC specializes in developing, manufacturing, and distributing motorsport technology for teams in numerous racing series. MoTeC’s portfolio includes vehicle and engine control units, displays, data loggers and onboard power supply-control units for conventional and electrified racing series. The company serves its customers in Australia, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the United States and Japan through a global network of around 250 dealers. For more information, visit bosch-engineering.com and motec.com.au.
Kurt Miller
SCORE Names Kurt Miller Marketing Sales Manager
SCORE International Off-Road Racing—the off-road racing sanctioning body based in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico—has appointed Kurt Miller to the newly created role of marketing sales manager. Miller is a longtime industry veteran, recently serving as the director of marketing and sales for Westin Automotive/Superwinch. Previously, he was a key accounts manager for Mickey Thompson Tires and Mickey Thompson Entertainment Group (MTEG). In his new position, Miller will be involved in every aspect of SCORE marketing programs, including sponsorships, the SCORE Journal publication, live streams, race-day tracking, hospitality, special programs and more.
Melanie Henry
Martin & Company Announces New Communications and Traffic Manager
Martin & Company (M&C)—the full-service marketing solutions firm specializing in national automotive aftermarket brand building based in Whites Creek, Tennessee—has announced Melanie Henry as the company’s new communications and traffic manager. Prior, Henry was creative marketing manager for Red Goat Marketing, an automotive marketing company. A self-proclaimed car enthusiast, Henry is the founder of Mel’s Car Shows and, in 2022, was named Ms. Motorama and honored as WTAJ’s Remarkable Woman of Central Pennsylvania.
Universal Technical Institute Announces 15 New Programs
Universal Technical Institute (UTI)—the technical training college with locations throughout the United States—has announced 15 new programs across its campus footprint. The new programs, including aviation, HVACR, robotics, industrial maintenance, and wind energy technician training, will be added to UTI and NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI) branded campuses. The announcement follows UTI’s acquisition of MIAT College of Technology in May 2021. UTI also announced efforts to add auto and diesel essential programs to the MIAT Canton, Michigan campus.For more information, visit uti.edu.
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Bosch Plans Acquisition of the MoTeC Group
