LAS VEGAS (11/02/2022) – The SEMA Show includes, for the first time, a 6,000-sq.-ft. area dedicated to helping businesses understand how to customize and/or repair vehicles that have Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS). Located in booth #36007 (Upper South Hall), the SEMA Show ADAS Showcase, sponsored by Enterprise Rental Car, features ADAS-related tools, equipment, demonstrations and experts throughout the four-day SEMA Show, November 1–4, in Las Vegas.
The new SEMA Show feature comes as consumer demand for, and OEM offerings of, ADAS increases. By bringing together industry experts, partners and suppliers, Showgoers can network and learn how vehicle modifications impact ADAS functionality. Showgoers can also see firsthand where a vehicle’s ADAS sensors are, how they work and how they are impacted by modifications.
“The SEMA Show ADAS Showcase is designed to help businesses stay in front of the technology and understand where the opportunities are,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events. “This is the ideal time to interact and speak directly with leading providers and experts in the ADAS space. It’s also a valuable opportunity to get hands-on experience with some of the tools and equipment, and witness live mock demonstrations.”
Located in booth #36007 (Upper South Hall), the SEMA Show ADAS Showcase features ADAS-related tools, equipment, demonstrations and experts throughout the four-day SEMA Show.
Visitors can meet with ADAS recalibration suppliers (Airpro, Autel, Burke Porter, Hunter and John Bean/Snap-on), and with ADAS service providers (Alldata, AsTech by Repairify, AutoTechcelerators, CarADAS, i-Car, OpusIVS and Transportation Research Center). On display is a lowered car that has been modified.
Demonstrations are taking place on a lifted truck to show what equipment is needed in an actual aftermarket collision and service environment.
Showgoers can also learn about the 5,000-sq.-ft. ADAS Technology Center, locating within the SEMA Garage in Detroit. With two sophisticated labs, the ADAS Technology Center is at the forefront of research and testing. Showgoers can learn about the center’s data-driven approach to dynamic testing, which has a precise level of accuracy to within millimeters and milliseconds. The SEMA Garage in Detroit opened in August 2022. While the facility is the second SEMA Garage, it is a first for SEMA in terms of ADAS testing.
“We are forging new ground with the ADAS Center at the SEMA Garage in Detroit,” said Ben Kaminsky, SEMA Garage Detroit general manager. “While SEMA is a leader in performance product emissions testing, we are just getting started with ADAS. The SEMA Garage in Detroit will offer access to static and dynamic testing for ADAS so that aftermarket parts manufacturers will be able to help troubleshoot and develop products for any make and model vehicle, regardless of the ADAS features on it.”
Kaminsky and the SEMA Garage staff from Detroit are on hand to explain the capabilities of the facility. Live education sessions related to ADAS will also be taking place throughout the week. To learn more, visit http://www.semashow.com.
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Nov. 1, 2022) – With an all-new format, evolved entertainment, and sizzle to reflect the industry’s current energy and engagement, this year’s SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet on Thursday, Nov. 3, is a must-attend event for all SEMA Showgoers. Attendees will witness the two final SEMA Launch Pad contestants competing for the grand prize on stage, naming of the first-ever SEMA Automotive Influencer of the Year, and important industry news from SEMA Chairman James Lawrence and SEMA President and CEO Mike Spagnola.
With about 3,000 industry professionals in attendance – including leaders, icons, and SEMA Hall of Fame members – the SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet is considered by many to be the industry’s ultimate gala. After three days of doing business on the SEMA Show floor and connecting with colleagues about new products and vehicles, the Thursday evening banquet is a time for the industry to socialize and celebrate the people and passion in the automotive specialty-equipment industry.
“Our industry has a lot to celebrate,” said SEMA Chairman James Lawrence. “We’re going to unveil something big during the SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet that is more than two years in the making. I strongly encourage Showgoers to join us on Thursday evening to hear the big news.”
Themed “Further. Faster. Together.,” this year’s banquet features a new immersive layout. With a cocktail reception hosted by Fifth Third Bank from 6-7 p.m., the banquet will take place from 7-9 p.m. at the Westgate Paradise Event Center. Guests will be able to vote for the winner of the SEMA Launch Pad Competition and be amongst the first to learn who the winners of the SEMA Person of the Year, Gen-III Innovator of the Year, and Automotive Influencer of the Year are.
Tickets are required for the event. Exhibitors can secure complimentary banquet tickets through their registration dashboard, while all Showgoers can purchase tickets at http://www.semashow.com/banquet.
The SEMA Show takes place Nov. 1-4, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nev.
LAS VEGAS, NV (10.31.22) The annual SEMA Show has evolved to fit the times, reflecting and responding to changes across the specialty automotive industry. The 2022 SEMA Show, November 1-4, is set to be no different. With an additional 600,000 sq ft of exhibition in the new West Hall there is more room to showcase products and conduct business.
Packed aisles are anticipated in all the halls across the LVCC for SEMA 2022.
The SEMA Show app features a scanning function that allows attendees to capture product information from the New Product Showcase and exhibitor information from feature vehicles on display. Attendees can set a show planner, see maps to navigate the show, and check out show listings. The SEMA Show app puts the entire event in your pocket. It is available as a free download from your mobile devices’s native app store or by logging on to http://www.SEMAShow.com/app.
The 12volt Centrals Studios will be making multiple Direct from SEMA posts through the end of the SEMA Show. On Instagram #12vnn_sema2022 to see posts from SEMA 2022.
The 2022 SEMA Show is a tremendous investment for the 12volt and automotive specialty equipment industries across the board. Exhibitors are facing ever increasing expenses for freight and booth related expenses. Attendees are seeing ever increasing travel and hotel expenses. The 12volt Central Studios will redouble its drive to showcase positive activities from the SEMA Show.
Attendees at SEMA 2022 can simply snap and txt an image to 318 465 0844, with a few words, to be featured in a social media post. We look forward to seeing your company and activities in the 12volt News.
SHREVEPORT LA (10.29.22) WTF…Win This Friday. Xpert Car Audio won the JBL prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 202 on Friday morning, October 28th
The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. The weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is now spinning in Year 4.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 202nd time on Friday morning October 28th. The Wheel landed on the JBL space and the Xpert Car Audio slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the wheel spin was also posted.
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We reached out Xpert Car Audio in Layton UT several times via telephone. Also have sent a message on their Instagram. Look forward to congratulating them and get the ball rolling on their JBL prize.
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, AIS, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, JBL, RDV Automotive, Kenwood, JVC, USASpec, Nakamichi and Maximum Power. 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, 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. 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WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, November 4th.
MEMPHIS, TN (10.28.22) – Memphis will unveil a fully custom Slingshot built for Shaquille O’Neil in the Memphis Audio booth 11039 at SEMA 2022! This custom Polaris Slingshot will feature a slew of Memphis Audio products with over 28 total SR Pro Audio speakers and over 5400W of RMS power making it one of the loudest Slingshots to ever hit the streets. The Insanely talented team at Underground Auto Styling out of Sarasota Florida custom fabricated everything on the build to make it worthy of DJ Diesel himself.
“This build is going to be wild. We’ve got four 10 inch mid’s, eight 8 inch mid’s, four 6.5’s, two 6×9’s and six tweeters integrated into this build, not to mention four 8 inch subs!” Said Jack Polubinski, owner of Underground Autostyling. Along with a plethora of speakers, the build will feature dual VIV1500.1V2 amplifiers and four VIV600.4V2 amplifiers. The entire system is controlled by an MXAZ24MC head unit and all the speakers are digitally tuned using the VIV68DSP Digital Sound Processor.
“This isn’t the first project Memphis has worked on with Shaq, we had the honor of being part of previous custom builds for him but we wanted this one to be special. Shaq aka DJ Diesel knows how to get the crowd going and we know he wanted it loud so Memphis and the guys at Underground Autostyling went with an insane SRX Pro set up to give Shaq the loudest build on the block. I have zero doubt that this will be one of the most insane builds at SEMA 2022,” Said Nick LoMonaco, president of Memphis Audio.
The DJ Diesel V2 Slingshot will be on display at SEMA 2022 in the Memphis Audio Booth #11039 in the North Hall along with a slew of new innovative product offerings from Memphis Audio.
BOCA RATON, FL (10.27.22) – Automotive Styling Centers was identified by independent research firm Franchise Business Review as one of just 80 franchise brands to be named an award-winning franchise in its 2022 report on the Top Franchises for Veterans.
Tint World is the largest and fastest-growing automotive accessories and window tinting international franchise, specializing in window tinting, protective films, vehicle wraps, audio and electronics, security systems, car and truck accessories, wheels and tires, detailing and ceramic coating, and installation services.
Franchise Business Review, a market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, provides the only ratings of franchises based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes rankings of the top franchises in its annualGuide to Today’s Top Franchises, as well as guides throughout the year ranking the top franchises in specific sectors.
To identify the companies on the list of this year’s Top Franchises for Veterans, Franchise Business Review analyzed data from over 2,500 franchise owners, representing more than 300 brands, regarding their overall satisfaction with their brands and their likelihood to recommend them to others.
“Veterans are a critical part of franchising’s success, and franchising needs more business owners with the leadership skills, resilience, and can-do attitude of veterans,” said Eric Stites, founder and CEO of Franchise Business Review. “Not all franchises are created equal, but the 80 brands on our list of the Top Franchises for Veterans have satisfaction ratings by their veteran owners that are 10-30% higher on average. That’s why we do what we do … we survey thousands of franchisees every year and make those reviews available to prospective business owners to help them understand which franchises are the top opportunities based on the actual experiences and satisfaction of other veteran franchise owners.”
Tint World franchisees were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems, including leadership, training and support, operations, franchisor/franchisee relations, and financial opportunity.
“Tint World is committed to honoring and supporting the brave men and women who protect our freedom and security,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “Our industry-leading automotive aftermarket franchise system rewards the character, integrity, and leadership that results from military service. We also value the discipline and dedication that veterans can bring by providing extensive training, support, technology, and other resources that immediately empower franchisees to make an impact in their communities. We also express our gratitude to veterans and their families by participating in VetFran, a nationwide program that helps qualified veterans invest in franchise business opportunities with valuable and exclusive financial incentives.”
STILLWATER, OK (10.26.22) – KICKER will feature a booth filled with custom vehicles and big announcements in its return following a three-year absence at the 2022 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Located in the LV Convention Center’s North Hall in booth 10709, KICKER will launch its 50th anniversary celebration with several jaw-dropping vehicles and a bevy of new products.
The company that manufactures KICKER products, Stillwater Designs and Audio, was founded in 1973 by Steve Irby and a partner, and Irby continues today as the president and drive behind KICKER award-winning audio gear. This year’s SEMA Show provides KICKER the opportunity to unveil new offerings like ST-Series Speakers and Bullet Tweeters, a PA line built to be as loud as possible while including KICKER’s dedication to sound quality.
This long-awaited line of KICKER SPL (sound pressure level) products makes its debut on the SEMA Show floor, installed in a highly customized 2021 Ford Bronco that commemorates KICKER’s long-time relationship with SPL legend Team Gates and its record-setting Bronco from the early 2000s. The newer Bronco is loaded with four pair of seven-inch ST-Series midrange drivers, eight ST-Series bullet tweeters and nine SoloX L7X 12-inch subwoofers. KICKER will also unveil nine, 3,600-watt Warhorse™ amplifiers, installed in a custom amp rack. ST-Series speakers are shipping and currently available; the other gear is expected to ship in 2023.
“KICKER is the originator of big bass,” said Drew Jones, owner of Bassahaulic Productions and designer of the Bronco’s 4th-order enclosure. “They’re going to be surprised at how good it will sound, and how long it will play. This is how systems should be installed and set up. With KICKER getting back into SPL competition, it will also help make the sport more approachable.”
A 1973 Chevy C10 created by Hills Hot Rods and JD Glassworks will also be featured in the booth, sporting a powerful yet compact sound system not found in the truck 50 years ago on the showroom floor. A KICKER KEY amplifier powers artfully integrated KS-Series Speakers, while a CX-Series amplifier provides signal to a single CompRT thin 10-inch sub, all hidden behind custom mesh grilles.
Owned by offroad legend Robby Gordon, SpeedUTV will add the limited-edition “El Jefe” UTV to the floor mix this year. This race-ready UTV is integrated with original equipment from KICKER – the new PX-Series five-channel powersports amplifier with a CompRT subwoofer and KM-Series all-weather speakers.
Expanding to its third brand in the booth, KICKER will also show its 100-watt MultiPro™ Tailgate System which can now be found as OE on the GMC Hummer EV. The Hummer joins the Sierra and the Canyon utilizing KICKER audio in its truck tailgates.
Full event details are available on the SEMA Show web page at www.semashow.com.
RINGWOOD, IL (10.25.22) – Race Sport Lighting will be releasing their brand new Patented and Made in USA Bolt-On Hitch Bar Light Solution for HD Series Ford, GMC, Chevy, and Dodge Trucks. SEMA Attendees will get the first look at this amazing lighting solution at booth #11416 in the Mobile Electronics section of the North Hall. Race Sport Lighting Staff will be available in the booth all week to answer any questions. There will be a standing display replicating how the product bolts on to OEM Hitch Receivers on the back of any HD Series truck.
This Hitch Bar Lighting System takes 1-2 hours for retailers to install in their bays and comes with all required wiring and bolt hardware in the kit. There is no drilling or modifications required to install this light system. There are no other lighting options on the market today that offer an OEM look while meeting the demands of Heavy-Duty Trucks. The lighting systems will be manufactured right in Northern Illinois and kept 100% American Made. You can view these products at racesportinc.com/hitch-bar-light-kits.html
“This product is going to be extremely profitable for our distributing and retail partners in 2023. Consumers are looking for unique and patented solutions like this one to add to their trucks and get the job done. This product will appeal to many different industries we serve beyond Truck Accessory market. We are already fitting up the Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, and Ford Bronco just to name a few.” says Steven Jergensen, President of Race Sport Lighting.
The Race Sport Lighting booth in Las Vegas will also feature also feature an eye-catching display of their flagship Chasing Style LED Wheel Light Kits and the patented wireless solar cab light systems that have swept the nation in 2022. Race Sport Lighting has been a SEMA Manufacturing Member for 10+ years now and this will their 7th years exhibiting in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. This is their first year back to the show since the global pandemic.
PRESCOTT, AZ (10.24.22) – The AMA EnduroCross Round 4 event took place at the Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Saturday evening, October 22nd. EnduroCross riders faced a dirt track filled with boulders, logs, large tires and ramps on their bikes.
The seats were packed in the Finlay Toyota Center.
This image from above shows the obstacles on the track that riders faced.
Members of the crowd saw a wide selection of KICKER products under the tent in the lobby.
KICKER, a series sponsor, was on site with tables filled with products under a large tent in the lobby area. The KICKER RZR was Livin’Loud by the tent and ready for demos. To set up the KICKER display Lorin Morrell rolled in with KICKER pickup and trailer on Friday.
KICKER was set up in the lobby area with the RZR set for Livin’Loud demos.
Morrell, who orchestrates KICKER’s presence at AMA EnduroCross events, related “Attendance was strong at the event and an awesome crowd filled the stands. Showing the wide selection of products we had on display directly to consumers was a great way to drive brand awareness and future car audio, marine, powersports, motorcycle and lifestyle business for KICKER. Pickups are very popular in Arizona and many checked out the KICKER PowerBars, enclosures and amplifiers.
Riders had to clear boulders and rocks to navigate the track.
Log ramps added to challenges riders faced.
Two cities remain on the Six event AMA EnduroCross Series schedule for 2022…Boise ID-November 5th and Reno NV November 19th.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (10.21.22) – As vehicle electrification increases, this year’s SEMA Show will include more features and activities to help Showgoers learn about the opportunities that the emerging technology offers the automotive aftermarket. In addition to SEMA Electrified – a 21,000-sq.-ft. area at the SEMA Show that is dedicated to solutions for electric vehicles (EV) platforms and conversions, the four-day annual B2B event will include EV-related seminars, programs, and activities throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Representing a small percentage of all vehicles on the road, electric vehicles represent a fast-growing market with huge potential for the aftermarket.
The 2022 SEMA Show will feature electric vehicle (EV)-related seminars, programs, and activities, including SEMA Electrified, a 21,000-sq.-ft. area dedicated to solutions for EV platforms and conversions
Collectively, SEMA Electrified (North Hall, Booth 11268) will feature more than 35 vehicles and close to 60 different exhibits. On display will be OEM vehicles, conversion components, late-model EV accessories, charging solutions, EV safety and service equipment, and education and training stages. In addition to seminars and training taking place in SEMA Electrified, there are EV-related seminars offered through the official SEMA Show Education program. With more than 70 sessions, the SEMA Show Education program includes a dedicated EV track that will help Showgoers learn about the U.S. infrastructure needed to support widespread adoption of EVs, the intricacies of converting classic cars to electric power, and where the growth opportunities are for the aftermarket.
Since debuting at the 2019 SEMA Show, SEMA Electrified has served as a place for EV-related businesses to connect and collaborate. The section has grown significantly, going from 2,500-sq.-ft. in 2019, to 21,000-sq-ft. this year.
“Everything about EV in the aftermarket is growing: Participation, interest, advancements,” said Luis Morales, SEMA director of vehicle technology. “This year’s SEMA Show will have more EV-related products and activities than ever before.”
A new Electric Vehicle category in the New Products Showcase will make it easy for attendees to find new EV-related products. For the first time, the best products in the electric vehicle category will also be recognized with SEMA Best New Product Awards, presented Tuesday morning, Nov. 1, at the SEMA Show Kickoff Breakfast. Additionally, an automaker will be awarded the first-ever SEMA Award for Electric Vehicle of the Year on Monday, Oct. 31.
“The SEMA Show is where you’ll be able to see a wide collection of EV products for the aftermarket, learn about the technology, and network with pioneers who are shaping the electric vehicle market,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events. “If you’re in the EV aftermarket, or simply thinking about it, you’ll want to be at the SEMA Show.”
To learn more about the 2022 SEMA Show, including a list of exhibitors, seminars, and special events, visit www.semashow.com.
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