Dennis Gage, Host of My Classic Car, To Make Appearance at DEI’s SEMA Booth
Dennis Gage, the easily recognized handlebar mustachioed host of My Classic Car, will make an appearance at DEI’s SEMA booth (#20917) on Thursday, November 6 from 3:30 until 4:30 p.m. My Classic Car is a weekly television program that captures America’s love affair with the automobile.
Royal Purple to Unveil Custom Car and New Products at 2014 SEMA Show
Royal Purple has announced it will introduce four new products and unveil its latest sponsored custom car built by Ringbrothers as part of its press conference (Booth #23057) during the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, November 4 – 7.
SEMA Offers an After Party, Ignited
SEMA invites exhibitors, attendees and media to SEMA Ignited—a new post-Show event open to the public on Friday, November 7.
Overhaulin’ and Chip Foose to Tape Episode at 2014 SEMA Show
Similar to the last episode of “Overhaulin’” that was filmed at the 2012 SEMA Show, 2014 show-goers will be able to watch as Chip Foose and his team customize a vehicle for a future airing of the show.
Herkules to Host NASCAR Driver Brendan Gaughan at SEMA
Herkules Equipment Corporation will be hosting NASCAR Driver, Brendan Gaughan at the 2014 SEMA Show, being held in Las Vegas. Gaughan will be signing autographs and chatting with fans on Tuesday and Wednesday, November 4-5.
Rolling History: July 11 Designated as ‘Collector Car Appreciation Day’
In recognition of the nation’s historic and classic cars, the U.S. Senate recently passed Senate Resolution 493 (S. Res. 493) designating July 11, 2014, as “Collector Car Appreciation Day.” The Resolution was requested by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) Councils. The
Annual SEMA Installation Gala July 18
Leaders and volunteers from the automotive accessories industry will be honored during the annual SEMA Installation Gala, Friday, July 18, at the Sheraton Fairplex Conference Center in Pomona, California. Among the individuals being recognized are the 2014 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees: Nile Cornelison, Jim Cozzie, John Menzler, and Fred C. Offenhauser. Others being recognized
SEMA Hall of Fame Gets Four New Members
Nile Cornelison, Jim Cozzie, John Menzler and Fred Offenhauser will receive the industry’s highest honor and be inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame—an elite group of leaders who shaped and inspired the $31 billion automotive specialty-equipment market. The new members will be recognized as part of the festivities during the SEMA Installation Gala, Friday,
SEMA Report Examines the Powersports Accessories Market
A new report focused on the accessorization of utility task vehicles (UTVs, also known as side-by-sides) reveals that approximately 670,000 UTV models were sold in the United States in 2010-2012. Released by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), the 62-page report provides auto accessory businesses with an understanding of the needs and purchase habits of
‘13 SEMA Show Confirms Resurgence in Automotive Specialty Equipment Industry
The 2013 SEMA Show is history and has left no doubt that the automotive specialty equipment industry is stronger than ever. While final attendance figures are being audited, organizers report that more than 126,000 credentials were issued prior to the event, with thousands more processed onsite. The numbers represented a 7% increase over the previous
Eric Grant — SEMA’s First Executive Director of SEMA Hall of Fame — Passes Away
Eric Grant, SEMA’s first executive director and member of the SEMA Hall of Fame, passed away on Dec. 23. Grant’s contributions to and impact on the specialty-equipment industry are not based on producing performance parts or increasing vehicle speed, but his importance to the growth of the automotive aftermarket and SEMA’s early years cannot be
SEMA Announces 2014 Webinar Series
SEMA will kick off its 2014 webinar series Thursday, Jan. 9, with popular SEMA Show speaker and noted author Christine Corelli (www.christinespeaks.com), who will deliver “Twenty Ideas in 20 Minutes — Driving Business Growth and Fueling High Performance: How to Create a Sales-Service Excellence Culture.” Getting customers is one thing. Between the challenges of escalating
