SEMA Show News

DRIVE LIKE AN INDUSTRY PLAYER WITH EXOTIC VEGAS RENTAL CARS

Whether you're an industry big dog or just want to roll like one, contact Beverly Hills Rent A Car of Las Vegas to seat yourself in an exotic rental for an evening or the whole Show week. Director of Sales & Marketing Mark Barrett says they have everything from Bentley Continental GTs to Lamborghini Gallardos.

Call 702/248-RENT or visit www.bhrentacar.com for more info.

CHECK OUT ALL OF THE EXHIBITORS IN THE 2007 SEMA SHOW'S HOT ROD ALLEY

As the foundation of the automotive specialty-equipment industry, hot rods and customs remain an integral part of the SEMA Show. In addition to hundreds of booths showcasing custom and specialty parts, tires and accessories for hot rods, visitors to Hot Rod Alley will be treated to some of the most creative and artistic vehicles on display, and they will be able to talk directly with representatives from the Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA), a SEMA council dedicated to preserving and promoting the hot-rod industry.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows and activities have been announced. Details are:

>> SEMA Webinar: Correlating Parts Service to Customer Wants and Needs, September 13, 10 a.m. (PST)
>> SEMA Webinar: The Future of Inventory Control-RFID, September 20, 10 a.m. (PST)

CELEBRITY APPEARANCES AT THE 2007 SEMA SHOW

Exhibitors, don't forget to let us know of any celebrity autograph sessions or booth appearances by contacting Lisa Schafer at lisas@sema.org. The following personalities are scheduled to appear at the 2007 SEMA Show:

-Kenny Youngblood, motorsports artist
Superchips (Booth #24213),
Tuesday—Thursday (9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.); Friday (9:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.)

-Daytona Dayton, automotive radio personality
Line-X (Booth TBD)
Tuesday—Friday (time TBD)

-Kevin Levrone, bodybuilder

LEARN WHAT YOUNG ENTHUSIASTS ARE THINKING AND BUYING AT SCC FOCUS PANEL

You are invited to find out where the youth market is headed by attending Sport Compact Council's (SCC) Youth Focus Panel during the NOPI Nationals, Saturday, September 15, 4:30 p.m.—6:00 p.m., Atlanta Motor Speedway, Infield Media Center. The event features dozens of young consumers speaking candidly about their hobby. This is where you'll discover what they really think and want from the automotive specialty-equipment market.

MPMC: WHERE MANUFACTURERS AND MEDIA MEET—REGISTER NOW

Online media registration is open for the 2008 Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) Media Trade Conference. Taking place January 22–24, 2008, this event is where editors and reporters meet with leading manufacturers of motorsports parts and accessories. With 100 manufacturers exhibiting at the 2008 event, the conference will be the largest in its 11-year history.

CHECK OUT ALL OF THE EXHIBITORS IN THE 2007 SEMA SHOW'S CAR CARE ACCESSORIES SECTION

Today's vehicles are more reliable and are remaining on the road longer than ever before. As a result, consumer demand for car care and related accessories is skyrocketing. Find out what's new in the car-care business.

The Car Care & Accessories section of the 2007 SEMA Show features more than 150 companies, and you'll discover what's new with waxes, paint prep, buffer, vacuums, coolants, grease, rust-proofing, tire sealants and more.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows and activities have been announced. Details are:

>> SEMA Webinar: Correlating Parts Service to Customer Wants and Needs, September 13, 10 a.m. (PST)
>> SEMA Webinar: The Future of Inventory Control-RFID, September 20, 10 a.m. (PST)
>> MRC Rep Conference, September 26–27, Phoenix