BOCA RATON, FL (10.15.2021) – Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has been named to the prestigious Franchise Times Top 400 list, solidifying its claim as the No. 1 auto styling center in the world. With a ranking of 363, the company saw a sales growth of 20.9% and a unit growth of 16.4%.
“Making the Franchise Times Top 400 list showcases our dedication and commitment to our customers as well as our team’s willingness to go above and beyond,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “Our footprint in the industry continues to grow internationally because of our determination to offer the best automotive styling experience in the world. That is one of the primary reasons we remain competitive and a leader in the automotive styling industry.”
Formerly known as the Top 200+, Franchise Times renamed its annual ranking of the 400 largest U.S.-based franchise systems by systemwide sales to better encompass the biggest brands in franchising. However, despite their list’s increase in growth, the rigorous approach to research remains the same, said Franchise Times Editor-in-Chief Laura Michaels.
The Franchise Times’ Top 400 project is the result of a five-month research and reporting effort that leads to the most credible and objective franchise ranking available. Their collection of systemwide sales data also provides useful insight into the franchise industry’s performance during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“While many businesses struggled to keep their doors open throughout the pandemic, the Tint World team made the necessary adjustments and had the resources in place to power through and keep our stores open,” Bonfiglio said. “None of this would be possible without communication with leaders at every level, from our support staff at headquarters to the individual franchisees. We made sure everyone had the tools to continue thriving despite the pandemic, and this placement is an acknowledgment of that.”
Tint World Automotive Styling Centers offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio-video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance and repair services, and more.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (10.14.2021) – Jay Leno will kick off the 2021 SEMA Show as the featured guest of the New Products Breakfast on Tuesday, Nov. 2. Taking place before the SEMA Show floor officially opens that same day, the New Products Awards Breakfast is akin to an opening ceremony for the four-day event, where automotive innovation, technology, and advancement take center stage.
As the featured guest of the New Products Breakfast, Leno will inspire and motivate show attendees as the best new product award winners are announced.
Jay Leno will help kick off the 2021 SEMA Show as the featured guest of the New Products Breakfast on Tuesday, Nov. 2.
“Leno is an automotive expert whose high energy and passion represents that of the industry’s,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA Vice President of Events. “Like the exhibitors at the SEMA Show, Leno pushes the boundaries and continually raises the bar. We’re thrilled to have him join us for the opening breakfast of what is likely to be one of the most iconic SEMA Shows ever.”
Tickets to the New Products Breakfast are available to all SEMA Showgoers at no cost by visiting www.semashow.com/banquet. Tickets are free to all credentialed attendees, but must be reserved in advance as seating is limited.
In addition to a sit-down breakfast served beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, the event includes announcements and introductions of the best new product winners. Awards are presented in 16 categories and will be showcased in the New Products Showcase throughout the week of the SEMA Show. The New Products Showcase, voted on by buyers and media as the No. 1 SEMA Show destination, includes exhibitors’ new and featured products displayed in a single location. All exhibitors may enter an unlimited number of products into the Showcase, with the first entry offered at no cost.
The SEMA Show takes place Nov. 2-5, 2021, in Las Vegas, Nev., with the Show floor opening at 9:00 a.m. More than 1,300 exhibiting companies are set to participate throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center. To date, more than 40,000 buyers have signed up to attend.
MUSCLE SHOALS, AL (10.13.2021) – The 2021 dBDRA North American Eastern Conference Finals took place October 8-9, 2021 in Muscle Shoals Alabama. This event was presented by Deaf Bonce Car Audio and included the Sound Off Organizations of dBDRA, MECA and IASCA. The 2-day event was jam packed with non-stop competition taking over the North Alabama State Fairgrounds.
Competitors and trophy winners, along with judges, gathered for a group shot at the conclusion of the event with Wayne Harris kneeling in center foreground.
Members of the crowd gathered for the Death Match.
Die Hard dB Drag competitors traveled from all over North America to compete over the weekend. Rookie competitor Moses Martinez traveled from California and Team Mini and Team FX Jimbo drove down from Alberta Canada. Other competitors traveled from as far north as Minnesota and multiple states in between. The Texas competitors also had a good showing at this year’s event as well.
The Extreme competition also drew a big crowd to see big numbers in the lanes.
Feature after a full day in the lanes competitors enjoyed a great BBQ buffet provided by KICKER.
dBDRA Competitors gave it their ALL during the weekend. The loudest score of the event was from Team Soundcheck with a 184.5 dB. In Super Street 3-4, dB Rev Jay did an amazing 172.7, but was unable to back up the world record due to a shattered windshield that occurred earlier in the day. Bass Race rookie, and 17 year old competitor, Team SPS Gracie, gave the veterans a run for their money with numerous ties including a dual random number round, ultimately finishing 2nd place in her class. The event concluded with a 4-way, 5 minute, Demo Style Deathmatch sponsored by Limitless Lithium. All 4 vehicles played full tilt for 5 minutes, and it was incredible to watch! Colby Comer took home the $500 prize.
Chris Gregory, Stephen Takacs, Genevie Choy, David Mackay and Gracie Mullins (LtoR) are all smiles in Muscle Shoals.
Dan Homer-Team Directronics will be looking for a new windshield when he gets home.
Five World Records were established including: Team Soundcheck – Extreme NL – 183.4 dB Team Soundcheck Kyle – Super Street 3-4 – 172.3 dB Team Directronix Dan – Super Street NW – 173.1 dB Team Directronix Steve – Pro Stock Wall 5K – 160.9 dB Team Mini – Psychlone No Wall – 403.9 points
dB Drag Racing Eastern Finals Champions Street Stock 500 – Voo Doo Customs Fred Street Stock 1K – Mel Valadez Pro Stock 2K – Team Soundcheck Ballingers Pro Stock 5K – Team Nemesis Walt Pro Stock Trunk 5K – Team Directronix Matt Pro Stock Wall 5K – Team Directronix Steve Pro Stock NL – Team Soundcheck Mike Super Street 1-2 – Robert Kollar Super Street 3-4 – Team Soundcheck Kyle Super Street 5+ – dB Rev Jay Super Street NW – Team Directronix Dan Super Street X – Donteay Jones Extreme NL – Team Soundcheck
Bass Race Eastern Finals Champions Bass Race 129.9 dB – Jeremy Scoggin Bass Race 139.9 dB – Team DIrectronix David Bass Race 149.9 dB – Wallstreet Chris Bass Race 159.9 dB – Team FX Jimbo
Psychlone Eastern Finals Champions Psychlone No Wall – Team Mini Psychlone Wall – Darrell Cawley Psychlone Demo No Wall – Team Directronix David Psychlone Demo Wall – Justin Dohrmann
Top Dog Eastern Final Champion Team FX Jimbo
Bagger Beatz Eastern Final Champion Bike 9+ – Big Boi Quad NL – Jeff Smith Power Wheels – Miss Nessa
Eastern Points Champions Darrell Cawley Miss Nessa
The dB Drag Racing Western Finals will take place October 16-17 at the Sacramento Raceway. Several of the Eastern Finals participants are making the trip to the Western Finals in hopes of taking home the title of North American Champion in their respective classes. Good luck to everyone!
dBDRA Eastern Finals Officiating Team: Jereme Creamer, Malissa Creamer, Andy Teuscher, Jeffrey Fernandez, Ray Choy, Wyatte Meier, Doug Stockton.
Miss Nessa, with her Toy Car, entered the competition scene at an early age.
Veteran competitor and champion RP Patel, Team SoundCheck, posted the loudest score at the event.
Thanks to the sponsors that made this event possible: Car Audio Championship Presenting Sponsor: Deaf Bonce dB Drag Championship Ring Sponsor: Incriminator Audio dB Drag Trophy Sponsor: Sundown Audio Competitor BBQ Sponsor: Kicker Car Audio Competitor Badge Sponsor: Incriminator Audio dB Drag Points Championship Sponsors: B2 Audio and 20 Hz Labs Deathmatch Sponsor: Limitless Lithium
Show sponsors: Lord of Bass, B2 Audio, DD Audio, 20 Hz Labs, Pioneer, XS Power, Sundown Audio, Coventry Industries, Italia HiFi, Resilient Sounds, Directronix, Term-LAB, Crossfire Car Audio and Morel.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (10.12.2021) – Automotive is the single biggest retail segment in the U.S., accounting for 20% (more than $1.2 trillion) of retail spending in 2020, according to the new Retail Trends Report from SEMA Market Research.
The report highlights U.S. retail spending and includes new findings on the retail side of the specialty-equipment market, including specialty-automotive shopping behavior and trends.
Retail is a huge part of the U.S. economy, representing more than $6.2 trillion in 2020. While online sales are growing, it is a small slice of the total – growing to roughly 14% of total retail sales, up from 11% in 2019.
Automotive accounted for more than $1.2 trillion of retail spending in 2020, according to the new SEMA Retail Trends Report.
To help businesses understand automotive aftermarket retail trends by product and retail channel, as well as consumer and shopping behavior, the SEMA report contains additional findings, including:
The specialty-automotive aftermarket is ahead of the curve on online sales, with just over half of the $47.89 billion spent on specialty parts in 2020 going through online retail channels. SEMA expects that the share of online retail sales will level off, then return to its historical trend of gradual growth over the next couple years.
In the longer term, retailers should keep an eye on how the vehicle population evolves. Light trucks like pickups, SUVs, and CUVs are expected to represent 80% of new vehicles sold through 2028.
Alternative-fuel vehicles (e.g., hybrid and electric) are a small but growing share of new vehicles sold, expected to account for 25% of new vehicle sales by 2028 and 45% by 2035.
In recent years, specialty-automotive consumers have most-commonly bought parts in a “mixed-mode” fashion – i.e., buying both in-person and online, with smaller portions favoring exclusively in-person or exclusively online.
For many consumers, high-performance chemicals along with specialty wheels and tires represent the “gateway drugs” that can lead to more ambitious modifications to the vehicle’s appearance, performance, and handling.
For more data on the state of U.S retail and retail in the automotive specialty-equipment market, download the 2021 SEMA Retail Trends Report for free today at www.sema.org/research.
(10-11-2021) – Memphis Audio will be attending SEMA 2021 live and in person and is excited to showcase all the new and innovative powersports and car audio products and are looking forward to seeing dealers and audio fans in the North Hall at booth 12455.
“Memphis has invested a great deal of time over time researching and developing products that will continue to help our dealers succeed in business. We are excited to get back out in front of the public and showcase all the innovative products we gave o offer. We are also looking forward to having fun in the North Hall with live demos of our custom RZR outfitted with the latest and greatest Memphis gear. We don’t know what to expect from this year’s SEMA show given the nature of everything going on in the world, but we’ve committed to being there in person to spend time with our awesome dealer base who keeps this industry thriving,” said Nick LoMonaco president of Memphis Audio.
Memphis Audio will be offering live product demo from a custom one-of-a-kind Polaris RZR featuring the latest and greatest OEM Direct Fit powersports kits. These kits are designed for a vehicle specific fit in most major side-by-side models. “We wanted to give dealers an opportunity to hear how well these custom tuned direct fit kits perform in a machine. The pods are custom tuned for a high-performance audio experience and come with everything a dealer needs to add an impressive audio experience to most models of side-by-sides without any custom fabrication required. The best part is that these kits are in stock and available to ship which we know is great news for store owners. We also wired up a secondary system which is sure to please the SEMA crowd with more speakers than we can count and enough bass to keep the north shaking.” said LoMonaco.
Memphis will also be exhibiting a new Digital Sound Processor and conduct live training on how to maximize the potential of your audio system using this new piece. In addition to demos, there will be plenty of swag and giveaways so stop by booth 12455 and visit the most handsome crew the 12-volt Industry has to offer!
SHREVEPORT LA (10.09.21) WTF…Win This Friday. Trail Star Audio won the Silencer Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel on Friday morning, October 8th.
The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Nine months ago we celebrated the 2nd Anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 148th time on Friday morning October 8th. The Wheel landed on the Silencer space. The Trail Star Audio slip was drawn from the jar and an Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted.
We reached out by phone and talked with Chuck Holey at the store in Eagan MN.. He was very happy to hear a Silencer prize would be heading their way.
Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.
12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, Silencer, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, JBL, Kenwood, Power Acoustik, JVC and Magnadyne. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a winning 12volt retailer.
Past winners of the 12volt Spin-To-Win include…Stereo & Video Center-Tyler TX, The Outlaw Garage-Franklin TN, Exotic Sounds-West Palm Beach FL, Endless Possibilities-Aurora IL., Go Auto Sound in Union City NJ, Al&Ed’s South Bay CA, No Limitz Car Audio in Upland CA, Neil’s Specialty-Eureka CA, Sturgess Customs-Lexington SC, Audio By Art-San Antonio TX, SMS Car Audio in Marreo LA and Sweet Wheelz in Mississauga Ontario Canada, Cartronics in Biscayne FL, The CarAudio Shop in St Louis MO, Exotic Sounds in West Palm Beach FL, High North Customs in Grand Prairie Alberta Canada and AMS Audio in Bakersfield CA, Team QRT in Abbeyville LA and California Sound in Fontana CA and Jackie Cooper Electronics, Oklahoma City OK, MARS Audio-Orlando FL, All American Audio in Nutley NJ, Proline Car Stereo in Brooklyn NY, Custom Shop Miami, Tunes and Tint in Lakeland FL, Mobile Concepts Inc in Mokena IL, Seismic Auto Sound in Concord CA, Brooklyn Car Audio in Brooklyn NY, Audio Solutions in Florence MS, Enhanced Customs in Largo FL, Rayco Auto Clinic, Audio Design in San Jose CA, Go Bass Mode in Florida, Avenue Sound in Freeport NY, Audio Plus in Riverview FL, Stereo Zone in Whittier CA, In-Phase Car Audio in Omaha NE, AutoLife Group, N&H Electronics, SK Customs, Land & Sea, The Audio One, NC Custom Shop,Tint World Orlando, Ricky Smith’s Audio, VIP Custom Woks, Mobile Audio Concepts, Audio Lad, Sound Sensations, Dave’s Stereo, Stereo Design, Badlands Customs, Custom Audio-Erie PA, Voltz Autosports-Bridgeport CT, Infinity Sound and Security-Kissimmee, Autosport Plus-Canton OH, Stereo City Pros in Carmichael CA, Devine Concepts in Naples FL, The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC, Extreme Performance Audio in Fresno CA, Audio Depot in Arlington TX, Audio Security in Houston TX, Earmark Car Audio and Marine in Lewisville TX, Audio Jam in Bear DE, Stereo City Ontario, Ontario CA, Audio By Art, San Antonio TX, Code Zero Customs in Tulsa OK, Ken’s Car Tunes in Mobile AL, Soundz Plus in Naperville IL, Markland Designs in Lithonia GA, Electronics Plus in Salinas CA, Xtreme Autosports in Santa Clarita CA, Superior Audio Sounds in San Angelo TX and Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Texas Dreamz Customs in Spring TX, Wired Electronics in Linden NJ and Intense Car Audio in OKC, OK, Underground Auto in Sarasota FL, Car Toys Tulsa in Tulsa OK, Real Audio in Erie PA, Go Autosound in Union NJ, DFM Stereo in Ukiah CA, Impact Tint and Audio in Tyler TX, Mobile Sound Systems in Arlington TX, Redline Audio and Performance In Spindale NC, Car Audio Land in San Diego CA, Audio X Custom Car Audio in Florence AL, River Oaks Car Stereo in Houston TX, American Radio Orlando in Sanford FL, Illustrious Customs in Woodbridge VA, Remote Start Pros in Lawrence MA, HiPro Audio in Victoria TX, AudioPlanetNY in Huntington Station NY, Endless Possibilities in Aurora IL, Audio Finesse in Santa Monica, Drive Customs in San Luis Obispo CA, Custom Works, Noblesville IN, AtoZ Detail in West Haven CT, Cars 843 in Charleston SC, CarTunes Atlanta in Atlanta GA, Mobile Concepts in Garwood NJ, Duke’s Car Stereo in Flint MI, Infinity Auto Sound, King Car Audio in Norwalk CT, PopTronics in Baltimore MD, Sanford Sound in Sanford ME, Angelvip2474 in Draper UT, Dynamic Car Audio in Baltimore MD, Hi-Pro Audio in Victoria TX, Car Stereo Max in Houston, Pro Audio Center in Richland MS, Rhodes Off-Roads in Farmington MO, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Class A Sounds in Athens OH. Just Audio Video in North Providence RI, CT_Custom in Philadelphia, Audio Solutions in Florence MS and The Audio Shop RC in Rapid City SD, DG Motorsportz in High Point NC, ST Mobile in Texarkana TX, AR Custom OC in Orange CA, Temecula Mobile Sound in Temecula CA, Unique Auto Sound in Lindenhurst NY, D’s Garage in Corona CA and DS2 Mobile Solutionz in Tomball TX, C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT and The Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT, Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, Electronics Depot Car Audio in Altamonte Springs FL. Car Audio Garage in Pearland TX, Pinnacle Autosound in Lake City FL, J H Audio in Bowling Green VA, The Car Audio Shop StL in High Ridge MO, Anthonys Car Stereo in North Highlands CA, Flynn Audio in Middleton WI and Living Loud Car Audio in Pelham Al. Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, October 15th.
AUSTIN TX (10.08.21) Moto GP got back in the saddle when the fastest show on two wheels rev’ed up for 3 days of bar-banging motorcycle racing in Austin, October 1st thru 3rd.
Kenwood was set up trackside to meet with attendees and conduct an initial presentation of the Motorsports-grade dual camera recording solution.
KENWOOD displayed at the 2021 Moto GP Race in Austin, TX! This was the perfect event to begin the initial promotion of their STZ-RF200WD motorsports-grade Dual Camera recording solution with hide-a-way control box, allowing stealth installation in motorcycles and other similar vehicles that reside in an outdoor environment (https://www.kenwood.com/usa/car/dashboard_camera/stz-rf200wd/).
Attendees had an opportunity to check out the new dual camera recording solution installed on a Ducati in the booth.
Four KENWOOD team members were on site along with 2 salespeople from Custom Sounds-Austin to help promote the new product, along with KENWOOD’s Motorsports helmet 4K recording camera & communication/communication only helmet systems, the KCA-HX7C and KCA-HX5M.
Marcus Vasconcellos is pictured with Pro UFC fighter Tim Kennedy (R) who attended the GP event.
Kenwood staff members present trackside included Rick Noetzli, Scott Caswell, Josh Bowen and Marcus Vasconcellos. Marcus supplied the images included in this article.
“The new KENWOOD dual camera solution will have so many applications for harsh environments” Scott Caswell, Senior Marketing Manager, JVCKENWOOD related.
The event wasn’t at pre-pandemic attendance levels, but was still very well attended and booth traffic was busy throughout the event. Customer surveys about the new product were conducted at the event and the overall response from consumers is it is needed, wanted, and very cool! KENWOOD plans to make further announcements about this new product in the upcoming months.
MIAMI, FL (10.07.2021) – The count down to show time is less than 30 days and Nakamichi Mobile Audio is in full SEMA Show mode.
Starting with a rep meeting the evening of Monday the 1st and followed by four days of convention, the first week in November will be a busy one for the Nakamichi team. National Sales Manager, Robin McNeal will be joined by staff from Diplomat Trading meeting with new and prospective customers from the U.S., Caribbean and Latin America.
Nakamichi’s new booth will be located at space 12465 LVCC North Hall November 2-5
New items on display at SEMA include a Hi-Res amplified DSP, wireless CarPlay / Android Auto and new amplifiers. The current 2021 line-up of Pure Sound coaxials will be rounded out with the addition of several new models.
“SEMA is branding the 2021 show ’Reconnect’ and we are looking forward to doing exactly that”, stated McNeal.
Nakamichi Mobile Audio can be found at booth #12465 in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.
AUSTIN, TX (10.06.2021) – The SPL portion of the Car Audio Championship will take place October 8-9, 2021 at the North Alabama State Fairgrounds in Muscle Shoals, Alabama.
The car audio organizations of dB Drag, MECA, IASCA and EMMA US are all partners in producing the Car Audio Championship. Competitors have accrued points throughout the season to gain an invitation to the championship events. With hundreds of vehicles participating in multiple locations, the event will be a destination for all things audio.
Local and national competitors have the opportunity to enter a few events that are non-invitational. IASCA will host the 2022 Season Kick Off event. The dB Drag Racing, in conjunction with Limitless Lithium, is proud to present Deathmatch at the Championship. It’s been almost 25 years since the dBDRA introduced Deathmatch to the car stereo community. A lot has changed since 1999, but the desire to dominate the competition in a gladiator-style showdown is stronger now than it has ever been. In Deathmatch, competitors must play their sound systems as loud as possible for 5 grueling minutes.
The competitor with the highest average sound pressure level (SPL) is the winner. • The DEATHMATCH contest is open to the public. No points or Final’s invitation is required. • 4 competitors – $500 minimum winner take all prize • The dBDRA will select 4 contestants from those who wish to participate
The Championship organizers would like to thank the major event sponsors, show sponsors and T-Shirt Sponsors:
• Deaf Bonce is the SPL Title sponsor • Kicker is the Competitor BBQ Sponsor • Incriminator Audio is the Badge sponsor
Show sponsors include: Lord of Bass, B2 Audio, DD Audio, 20 Hz Labs, Pioneer, XS Power, Sundown Audio, Coventry Industries, Italia HiFi, Resilient Sounds, Directronix, Term-LAB, Crossfire Car Audio and Morel.
T-shirt sponsors include: Ohio Generator, Zapco, TN Bass Racers, Phat Farm, DC Audio, Team Mini, Team Flop Box, ARC Audio, CanaSound, Limitless Lithium, Tru Technologies and Hybrid Audio.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (10.05..2021) – The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has debuted the first episode in its new five-episode streaming series chronicling the ninth year of its Launch Pad competition. The series showcases the ingenuity of rising entrepreneurs in the automotive industry as they pitch their new product or service to a panel of industry experts.
Fifteen individuals have been selected out of a record number of applicants last spring to advance to the semi-final round. From there, five of them will be chosen to compete for cash and prizes at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nev., where the series finale will be filmed before it airs on the History Channel on a future date.
From left, Jared Hare, Chip Foose, Alex Parker, and Myles Kovacs are judges of the 2021 SEMA Launch Pad competition, which is being chronicled on the SEMA YouTube Channel and on the History Channel on a future date.
One winner will be selected to win the grand-prize package valued at $92,000, which includes $75,000 to help launch their innovative new product. The remaining 14 semi-finalists will also receive prizes that will help them in their entrepreneurial journey.
The semi-finalists are:
Cameron Crummie – Owner, MDV
Adam Gruener – CEO, Off Road In Mind
Jonathan Hurley – Owner, ToolBox Widget
Monika Kalenski – President and CEO, MEK Magnet
Brendan McGrath – CEO, Dyme Performance Systems Inc.
Robert McKeirnan – President and Managing Partner, Stratos Meccanica LLC
D.J. Potter – CEO, Sawtooth
Alan Reyes – Co-founder and President, Xtrusion Designs LLC
Kevin Robinson – President, TRAC LLC
Paul Rooprai – CEO, AutoBio LLC
Michael Ruhs – Co-founder and CEO, TailHand
Tom Sawarynski – Owner, Off-Road Research
Michael Sullivan – Owner, Fox Products LLC
Edward Tansingco – President, Thinskinz
Dustin Woolf – Owner, Woolfpack Racing
“It’s a highlight every year to give up-and-coming entrepreneurs the chance of a lifetime,” says Nathan Ridnouer, VP of Councils and Membership. “This year, we’re even more excited to bring audiences a more comprehensive and personal look at our annual competition; it’s like Shark Tank for the automotive aftermarket industry.”
Past winners of SEMA Launch Pad include Roland Hence of FrontLane, Inc. (2020); Reid Lunde of Kaizen Speed (2019); and Matt Beenen of Builtright Industries (2018).
The first episode of “2021 SEMA Launch Pad” is available for viewing now on the SEMA Show YouTube channel, with the remaining episodes debuting on each Tuesday from Oct. 5-26. For more information about the 9th annual SEMA Launch Pad Competition, visit www.sema.org/launchpad.
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