SEMA Members Vote to Shrink Board
After 120 days of voting, SEMA members approved a motion to amend the association bylaws to authorize, among other changes, a smaller board of directors. The vote concluded Jan. 11, and SEMA said the motion passed with 94% approval. The affirmative vote will reduce the number of board seats from 22 to 10, with flexibility
SEMA Looking for Board Nominations
SEMA is looking for nominees for its board of directors, and members are invited to make their nominations online. Nominations for the 2012 SEMA Board of Directors are due Jan. 4, 2012. “Our industry has many individuals who would be an asset to the SEMA board, but oftentimes those individuals aren’t immediately apparent to the
2011 SEMA Show Wrap Up
Missed this year’s Global Tire Expo/SEMA Show? Tire Review has you covered – with the latest news and announcements, plus the hottest new tires and equipment, straight from the show floor.company’s Affiliated Dealer Program and is widely considered as a key player in Bridgestone/Firestone Inc.’s – and the Firestone brand’s – survival from the Ford/Firestone
2011 SEMA Product Showcase
ABC Group is marketing RIMLiner, described as an impervious band that fits across the interior of a wheelSchrader introduced an additional programming option for its EZ-sensor technology. In addition to its handheld programming tool line, the Bartec TPMS Programming Accessory Device (TPMS PAD) is designed to make programming, replacing and relearning TPMS replacement sensors quick
New Products the Focus of Maxxis SEMA/GTE Effort
Maxxis International USA said its recent SEMA Show/Global Tire Expo experience was "a hit." "Maxxis was there in force, with cutting edge new products and race-winning vehicles on display," the company reported. On display were the brand new Maxxis HT-770, Maxxis Escapade CUV and Maxxis RC-1 tire lines: • Maxxis’ first road racing entry, the
Pirelli Quite ‘Pleased’ With SEMA/GTE
Pirelli Tire North America said it was "more than pleased" with the reaction it received at the recently concluded SEMA Show/Global Tire Expo. "We had a great show this year," said Rafael Navarro III, vice president of media communications. "We told the story of the brand, our product portfolio and the new Pirelli P Zero
Live at SEMA: ACDelco Launches Advantage Chassis Lineup
ACDelco has introduced a new, economically priced Advantage line of aftermarket chassis components designed to provide the growing number of owners of older vehicles with a high-quality, brand-name alternative to competitors’ parts, the company said. “Because cars in North America are aging, consumers’ automotive repair needs and priorities are changing. The ACDelco Advantage Chassis lineup
Live at SEMA: Continental, Cooper Tires Win SEMA Awards
Continental Tire the Americas took first and third place in the 2011 SEMA Show New Products Showcase Awards for its Conti Cross Contact LX20 and General Tire G-Max AS-03. Cooper Tire & Rubber Co.’s Discoverer A/T3 earned runner-up honors. Continental’s LX 20 was launched in August to replace the CrossContact LX. The LX 20, for
Live at SEMA: Bartec Adds TPMS Programming Accessory Device
Schrader introduced an additional programming option for its EZ-sensor technology. In addition to its handheld programming tool line, the Bartec TPMS Programming Accessory Device (TPMS PAD) is designed to make programming, replacing and relearning TPMS replacement sensors quick and efficient, according to the company. TPMS PAD is now one of 12 different options that are
Live at SEMA: CIMS Marks 40 Years With Logo, Website, Recognition Program
Akron, Ohio-based independent tire registration group CIMS is celebrating its 40th year in the tire industry. Founded by the late Paul Kruder in 1971, CIMS has been the industry leader in providing its clients with tools that enable the registration of motorists’ replacement tires – a federal mandate enforced by NHTSA, the company said.