Hundreds of leaders and professionals from the specialty-equipment industry will gather to honor noteworthy icons and volunteers during the 2012 SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, Friday, July 27, at the Sheraton Fairplex Hotel & Convention Center in Pomona, California. The annual event...

n May 1963, Petersen Publishing Company’s Dick Day shot an entire roll of film as Dean Jeffries crawled around—and over—a horseless carriage, pinstriping brush in hand.

Chrysler’s Jeep brand has seen a resurgence in recent years, winning awards that range from the Grand Cherokee’s 2011 Urban Truck of the Year to the Wrangler’s 2012 Four Wheeler of the Year.

If you have spent any significant time at a SEMA event or media gathering, chances are you have either met Matt D’Andria or seen his work. The 36-year-old Corral Springs, Florida, native moved to Southern California years ago to be closer to the automotive aftermarket and has been involved in dozens...

When potential customers search online for parts and accessories, are they finding your company? Have you fully optimized your website? The world of online search is constantly changing. It's critical that you are up-to-speed on the latest techniques to ensure that your company ranks as a top search...

Larry Swim Snags Third CFP Racing Championship in BIGFOOT Bad Boy The Checkered Flag Productions Winter Nationals indoor racing tour wrapped up this past weekend in Pocatello, Idaho, at the Idaho State University Holt Arena. And, for the third time in four seasons, Team BIGFOOT driver Larry Swim and...

SEMA invites industry professionals to the next stop of its 2012 Town Hall tour in Brooklyn, Michigan, Friday May 18, from 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Local and prospective members will gather at the Michigan International Speedway in their Champion Club for an evening of networking with local industry...

Legislation (S.B. 1224) to exempt all motor vehicles prior to the ’81 model year from the emissions inspection requirement will not be reconsidered by the Senate Transportation and Housing Committee after failing its initial vote.

Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, webinars and activities. Click on an item for more details.

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