Repairs and Rigs: AkzoNobel readies for upcoming SEMA Show
Las Vegas, Nevada — Today, AkzoNobel, announced more details of its programming at the 2022 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, which promises to feature Dave Kindig, host of Motortrend Network’s Bitchin’ Rides show. AkzoNobel has a booth dedicated to Sikkens, where service consultants will showcase Carbeat—a digital body shop workflow solution at booth #20060 […]
Flash and Substance: Spanesi to unveil ‘FLASH’ portable pulling column at SEMA 2022
Toronto, Ontario — It may be called “FLASH,” but fear not, blinking won’t cause you to miss out on the new cutting-edge portable pulling column from Spanesi, which the company will be showing off live on the SEMA show floor in less than two weeks. This new offering from Spanesi allows technicians to harness up […]
Tip o’ the Qap: Solera Audatex to unveil Qapter Estimating platform at SEMA 2022
Toronto, Ontario — The folks at Solera Audatex believe they have something that will capture the crowds at the SEMA Show this year, as the body shop management experts prepare to unveil the new Qapter Estimating platform on the show floor in a few weeks time. Qapter Estimating aims to give collision repair technicians and […]
Nearing the Finish Line: SEMA announces 2022 award finalists for best aftermarket vehicles
Las Vegas, Nevada — The votes are in and SEMA Show 2022 exhibitors have decided on the finalists for what will be considered the best vehicles for the aftermarket, across six diverse categories. SEMA organizers say the intention of the awards is to recognize automakers that support the aftermarket with accessory-friendly models based on their […]
Wisespray’s SEMA Plans: Car-Rep announces ‘Unlimited’ art showcase series
Las Vegas, Nevada — Car-Rep has exciting SEMA news, with the announcement that it is launching the “UNLIMITED” showcase series, featuring more than 50 contributions from artists, painters and makers in the automotive industry. In addition to contributions from more than 40 well known artists and painters across the industry, pinstriping veteran Steve Chaszeyka will […]
Sparring at SEMA: Industry’s Frank Terlep reaches semi-finals in 2022 Launch Pad Competition
Las Vegas, Nevada – Five nominees have been selected to advance in the 2022 SEMA Launch Pad Competition. The best pitch, decided at the SEMA Show, will win a grand prize package valued at $92,000. Of the five innovators, one is a fellow collision repairer – Frank Terlep, co-founder of Auto Techcelerators LLC and self-described […]
Go Forth to Battle: Deadline to enter SEMA Battle of the Builders one month out
Las Vegas, Nevada — Calling all would-be vehicle builders, the window for you to prove your skills on the industry’s biggest stage is closing quickly, as the deadline to apply for the SEMA Show 2022 Battle of the Builders Competition looms less than one month away. Back for what is sure to be another exciting […]
Products to Peruse: SEMA expands product showcase to include EV and ADAS products
Nevada, United States — With just about a month and a half separating the aftermarket from its big day in the desert, SEMA show organizers announced this week that the New Products Showcase has been expanded to include two new categories of electric vehicle and advanced driver-assistance system products. Come November, show attendees will get […]
Planned Programming: MSO Symposium unveils 2022 agenda
Las Vegas, Nevada – The Automotive Service Association has released the MSO Symposium’s agenda, which will be held in Las Vegas on Oct. 31, 2022. Developed by the Automotive Service Association (ASA) and the MSO Symposium advisory board, the conference’s programming discusses multiple topics pertaining the industry’s most influential collision repair operators in North America. […]
Refit and Refined: 49 percent of newer pickups are modified with specialty parts, says SEMA report
California, United States – New research from the Speciality Equipment Market Association (SEMA) suggests that nearly half of all late-model pickup owners have modified their pickups, with these drivers considering even more modifications in the future. “The pickup truck market is the largest segment of the specialty-automotive aftermarket and a key opportunity for businesses,” said […]
