Tag: Events

SEMA Hall of Fame Announces 2023 Inductees

Steve Ames of Ames Performance Engineering, John Iannotte of Kunzman & Associates, and Mitch Williams, who recently left StopTech Performance Brake Systems to join Rigid Industries, will join the SEMA Hall of Fame in 2023, the organization announced. Created in 1969, the SEMA Hall of Fame honors trailblazers who have significantly enhanced and contributed to… Continue reading SEMA Hall of Fame Announces 2023 Inductees

iKamper Hosting Community Camping Event

iKamper is now offering early bird ticket access ahead of CAMPOUT, a community camping event open to all outdoor recreation enthusiasts, the company announced. The roof top tent and outdoor equipment manufacturer will host the three-day event (Oct. 13-15) at Songdog Ranch in Cuyama, California, to celebrate the outdoor lifestyle, the company said. iKamper has… Continue reading iKamper Hosting Community Camping Event

Yokohama Tire to Present Customized EV Section at Electrify Expo

Yokohama Tire has been named presenting sponsor of the Electrify Showoff at this year’s Electrify Expo event series, the company announced. Electrify Showoff is a special new section devoted to customization trends, organizers said. “We’re thrilled to be the presenting sponsor of Electrify Showoff,” said Andrew Briggs, Yokohama Tire’s VP of marketing and product management.… Continue reading Yokohama Tire to Present Customized EV Section at Electrify Expo

Inspiration & Empowerment: Inside the Austin Hatcher Foundation

The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer (AHF), headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, provides support services for young patients and their families nationwide. (Photo courtesy AHF)

This article originally appeared in the June 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. In October 2006, Austin Hatcher Osborn was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of brain and spinal tumors called atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor (ATRT). The oncologist explained to parents Jim and Amy Jo Osborn that the fatality rate was 100%. Currently, ATRT… Continue reading Inspiration & Empowerment: Inside the Austin Hatcher Foundation

Jeep Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Jeep Beach

The Jeep brand celebrated the 20th anniversary of Jeep Beach in Daytona Beach at the annual Jeep gathering, the automaker said. The event drew more than 230,000 attendees and 30,000-plus Jeep SUVs, organizers said. Making an appearance on the beach was the Jeep brand’s new 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and 392, as well as the… Continue reading Jeep Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Jeep Beach

Dirt Racing Docuseries Set for Premiere

A new five-part documentary series featuring NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson and other dirt track racers will premiere later this month on Fox Sports 1, the cable network announced. Dirt: The Last Great American Sport, a series produced by FloSports Studios, shines a spotlight on the blood, sweat and grease involved with dirt track… Continue reading Dirt Racing Docuseries Set for Premiere

Hot Shot’s Secret Expands NTPA Sponsorship

Hot Shot’s Secret is expanding its National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) Championship Pulling Series sponsorship for 2023, the company announced. The expanded partnership establishes a six-event bonus series and point fund titled the Hot Shot’s Secret Challenge. This points challenge will provide a payout in excess of $30,000 to the top three-point earners per division.… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Expands NTPA Sponsorship

SEMA California Rally Offers Chance to Lobby for Aftermarket

SEMA is inviting all SEMA-member companies based in California to register for its SEMA California Rally, the organization announced. The event, scheduled for June 8 in Sacramento, will provide an opportunity for SEMA-member companies to advocate on behalf of the automotive aftermarket industry with key lawmakers, the organization said. The rally will cover issues impacting… Continue reading SEMA California Rally Offers Chance to Lobby for Aftermarket

Art Exhibit Opens at Mullin Automotive Museum

The Mullin Automotive Museum has opened its newest art exhibition highlighting the works of visual artist Keith Collins, the museum announced. Collins, whose work explores the automotive realm, portraiture, music, sports and abstract genres, is showcasing 20 art pieces influenced by the Mullin Automotive Museum collection. Titled “ArTexture,” the exhibit spotlights fine art tapestries, paintings… Continue reading Art Exhibit Opens at Mullin Automotive Museum

AAPEX 2023 Registration Opens May 1

Registration for AAPEX 2023 opens May 1, event organizers announced. Scheduled for Oct. 31 through Nov. 2 in Las Vegas, Nevada, AAPEX 2023 attendees can expect to see new products, technologies and innovations in more than 4,000 booths and representing approximately 1,200 product categories, show organizers said. Attendees also can connect with manufacturers and suppliers,… Continue reading AAPEX 2023 Registration Opens May 1

Electrify Expo Previews 2023 Event Series

Electrify Expo has offered a preview for its 2023 event series as the all-electric exposition prepares for this year’s tour, organizers announced. According to Electrify Expo officials, the event’s exhibitor count will see an increase in 2023. Exhibitors include established manufacturers like Chrysler, Ford, Lexus, Toyota and Kia, as well as newer brands like Polestar… Continue reading Electrify Expo Previews 2023 Event Series

Quadratec to Celebrate Jeeps & Java Anniversary

Quadratec is celebrating the 10th Anniversary of its Jeeps and Java events with a Jeep meet at its Pennsylvania headquarters, the parts retailer announced. The event will recognize the 10th anniversary of the first Jeeps and Java event and be open to all Jeep enthusiasts. Scheduled for April 30, the meetup will feature coffee, donuts… Continue reading Quadratec to Celebrate Jeeps & Java Anniversary

Deadline Approaching for 2023 PRI Show Education Series Applications

PRI is seeking proposals for its 2023 PRI Show education series before the application deadline on April 30, the organization announced. Possible topics of interest include sponsorships, hiring and employee management, branding, content creation, youth engagement, small business operations, advertising/promotions, traditional and digital marketing, sales strategies, technical content and EV performance. Click here for more… Continue reading Deadline Approaching for 2023 PRI Show Education Series Applications