SEMA Member News - May/June 2008
(From January 1 through February 28)
Editor’s Note: The following listings are provided by the SEMA Membership Services Department. The data has been compiled and verified by member services. Should you have any questions regarding a listing, call the Membership Department at SEMA at 909/396-0289.
ADVERTISING/MARKETING AGENCY
Action Sports Marketing
River Ridge, LA
504/738-2183, Contact: Dave Ferrato
Consultant specializing in the motorsports and automotive performance markets.
Signed up by: Marla Moore, Hypertech Inc.
ACV Enterprise LLC
Youngstown, OH
330/509-9252, Contact: Aaron Vaccar
Advertising and marketing agency specializing in vehicle project programs and sponsorship.
Signed up by: Tyler Tanaka, Turbonetics Inc.
Morr Ink
Thousand Oaks, CA
805/217-4566, Contact: Tom Morr
Advertising and marketing agency specializing in editorial services.
Signed up by: Tim Watts, Superlift Suspension Systems
Tradepro Media
Marina Del Rey, CA
310/720-9215, Contact: Justin McCormack
Advertising and marketing agency specializing in producing branded media with consulting services.
WRITEWords
Medina, OH
330/725-5462, Contact: Steve Cole
Marketing agency providing public relations, copywriting and related communication services.
Signed up by: Luanne Brown,eTool Developers LLC
CAP DEALER/TRUCK ACCESSORY RETAILER
Altered Image Customs
Plainfield, CT
860/564-5667, Contact: Joshua Klein
Truck accessory retailer specializing in suspension lifts, airbag suspensions and more.
Hampton Truck & Auto
Southampton, NY
631/287-1251, Contact: Fred Kirst
Truck accessory retailer specializing in accessories, towing and trailer parts.
Hero Marketing
Gilbert, AZ
480/588-6229, Contact: Alan Gifford
Truck accessory retailer specializing in off-road parts and accessories with marketing services.
Motorsports & More
Flemington, NJ
908/751-5287, Contact: Daniel Memoli Truck accessory retailer of REFLEX spray-on bedliners, aftermarket parts and accessories, including small-engine and power equipment repairs.
New England Truck Corp.
Norton, MA
508/285-5230, Contact: Keith Arnold
Truck accessory retailer of trailer hitches and accessories.
Rhino Linings of Lyons
Lyons, IL
708/442-3900, Contact: Peter Engel
Truck accessory retailer of spray-in bedliners and accessories.
Taps Truck Accessories
Paso Robles, CA
805/226-8277, Contact: Garett Manion
Truck accessory retailer specializing in camper shells, lowering kits, bedliners and tonneau covers.
Toys for Trucks
Hesperia, CA
760/956-3525, Contact: James Haskins
Truck accessory retailer specializing in wheels, tires, camper shells, bedliners, lids and more.
Willow Motors LLC
Port Chester, NY
914/774-7062, Contact: Edward Del Monte
Truck accessory retailer of parts and accessories, including lift gates, snow plows and sanders.
Ziebart of Greater Milwaukee
West Allis, WI
414/541-2525, Contact: Nathan Krueger
Truck accessory retailer specializing in spray-on bedliners, window tinting, glass repair and more.
CAR DEALER
K & S Cars
Brea, CA
714/579-7743, Contact: Bob Koontz
Car dealer of imports, classic, exotic and luxury new and used cars.
Signed up by: Ernie Bunnell, 3dCARBON Inc.
CONSULTANT
ACCEON Inc.
Howell, MI
405/830-0773, Contact: Douglas Bonstead
Consultant to new and existing companies entering the North American automotive aftermarket, specializing in business and marketing assessment and internal operations.
Aftersales LLC
Grosse Pointe Park, MI
800/683-9734, Contact: Jonathan Clark
Consulting services to companies in the automotive aftermarket.
Avatar Partners
Huntington Beach, CA
714/969-0573, Contact: Deon Colchester
Consultant specializing in product development, financial and technology solutions.
Bleuel Associates Inc.
Westlake Village, CA
805/494-4347, Contact: Bill Bleuel
Consultant for the automotive industry.
DATAgility Inc.
Kingston, IL
815/784-2771, Contact: Ed Heon
Consultant specializing in data management, data sync programs and data pool design and development.
Signed up by: Bob Moore, Bob Moore & Partners
Frost Motorsports LLC
Wilmette, IL
847/853-0294, Contact: Timothy Frost
Consultant specializing in strategic planning and analysis for the automotive and motorsports industries.
Mark Plumer Consulting
Pacific Palisades, CA
310/930-3197, Contact: Mark Plumer
Consulting services for wheels, fasteners and lugnuts.
Signed up by: Douglas A. Frymer, Law Office of Douglas A. Frymer
WTC Council Member
Poet’s Seat Auto Appraisal
Greenfield, MA
413/774-5856, Contact: Brian Atherton
Consultant specializing in appraisals for antique and collector cars.
Tax & Financial Group
Newport Beach, CA
949/223-8335, Contact: Jim McCloskey
Consultant specializing in financial, insurance and professional speakers for the automotive industry.
Trifecta Management Group
Chatsworth, CA
818/519-7567, Contact: Jill Mather
Consultant for the automotive aftermarket offering business services.
Signed up by: Ryan Snell, Next Level Motoring
EXPORT MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Australian Trade Commission
Chicago, IL
312/578-1733, Contact: Phil Jankura
Export management company of innovative products from Australia.
INSTALLER/RESTYLER
Autoscope Inc.
Arlington, VA
703/524-0033, Contact: Jermaine Hamlin
Installer and restyler specializing in leather, sunroofs, electronics and accessories.
Signed up by: Ron Leslie, Katzkin Leather Inc.
PRO Council Member
Blue Collar Performance LLC
Taylor, MI
313/801-0391, Contact: Ron Willim
Installation and retail sales of performance parts and accessories with a repair shop.
Hi Tech Glass
Costa Mesa, CA
714/675-2079, Contact: Mark Hurwitz
Installation and retail sales of automotive glass.
Hook It Up
Riverside, CA
951/686-8810, Contact: Rick Anderson
Installer specializing in performance parts, accessories, audio, video, vertical doors and more for new-car dealers.
Howell’s Upholstery Inc.
Hampton, VA
757/827-7701, Contact: Michael Howell
Installer and restyler of automotive and boat upholstery.
McDonald Polley Inc.
Fresno, CA
559/641-6411, Contact: Mike McDonald
Installation and retail sales of truck accessories, tools and seat covers.
PowerFab Automotive LLC
Houston, TX
281/477-0572, Contact: Jeremy Cozad
Installation and restyler of aftermarket performance parts.
SCC Council Member
R & S Motorsports
Hayward, CA
510/909-4519,
Contact: Rich Biddlecome
Installer of aftermarket parts and accessories with services, including repair and custom fabrication.
Six Nation Sounds
Châteauguay, QC Canada
514/713-1000, Contact: Donald Phillips
Installation and retail sales of car-audio equipment with a performance shop.
2 Brothers Custom Trucks
Springfield, IL
217/341-6361, Contact: David Timm
Installer and restyler of lift kits, parts and accessories.
Signed up by: Sherry Kollien, Ford Motor Co.
Urban Autosport
Boucherville, QC Canada
450/641-2100, Contact: Alexandre Berteau
Installation and retail sales of wheels and tires.
WTC Council Member
Xtreme Rod & Custom
Elk River, MN
612/961-2603, Contact: Joe Schneider
Installer and restyler of street-rod, hot-rod, musclecar and classic cars with services, including electrical systems, front and rear suspensions and chassis, drivetrain and certified welding.
ADDITIONAL INSTALLER/RESTYLER
Car Care Auto Parts
Huntingdon, PA
814/643-4160, Contact: Scott Burnett
Installation and retail sales of automotive aftermarket parts.
Classic Detail LLC
Corydon, IN
812/738-7322, Contact: Jessica Jenkins
Installation and retail sales of automotive accessories, including window tinting and vinyl graphics.
Danisti Inc.
Grass Valley, CA
530/273-6200, Contact: Chuck Kavros
Installation and retail sales of truck and auto accessories, including snugtop shells and lids.
Daves Offroad Outlet
Sonora, CA
209/588-1880, Contact: Dave Wong
Installation and retail sales of off-road, truck and 4x4 accessories with window tinting.
Dynamic Auto Son Performance
Montreal, QC Canada
514/494-6434, Contact: Ray Degani
Installation and retail sales of aftermarket performance parts and accessories.
JSB Performance
Drummondville, QC Canada
819/472-7128, Contact: Sylvain Beaudoin
Installation and retail sales of performance auto parts.
Muffler Worldz
El Centro, CA
760/370-0611, Contact: Jason Griffith
Installation and retail sales of muffler and exhaust systems.
Signed up by: BJ Leanse, Big Country Truck Accessories/IDDEA
Murphy’s Motorsports
Bealeton, VA
540/439-6002, Contact:
Installer and restyler of truck and diesel performance products with a repair shop.
Revolution Wheel & Tire
(2008)Tire Inc.
Barrie, ON Canada
705/719-4500, Contact: Neil Browning
Installation and retail sales of wheels, tires and accessories.
Royal Image Window Tinting & Accessories
Columbia, SC
803/865-3977, Contact: David Stuck
Installation and retail sales of aftermarket accessories for cars and trucks with window tinting.
Ruby Help Performance
New Hamburg, ON Canada
519/662-2821, Contact: Rich Held
Installation and retail sales of automotive aftermarket accessories with engine building.
SLS Sound Light Security
Toronto, ON Canada
416/898-7383, Contact: Peter Maisuria
Installer and restyler of body kits, window tinting, audio, wheels, tires and more.
Truck Alterations
Waynesville, NC
828/926-4416, Contact: Lucas Kyle
Installation and retail sales of truck accessories.
The Truck Stop Inc.
Decatur, IL
217/875-8003, Contact: Ron Miller
Installation and retail sales of bed caps, audio equipment and accessories.
Ziebart
McKeesport, PA
412/751-5644, Contact: Autumn Dougherty
Installer restyler of automotive protection, accessories and detailing.
INTERNET-RELATED SERVICE
Aftermarketer Club
Scottsdale, AZ
602/412-3426, Contact: Brian Offenberger
Internet service specializing in marketing training programs designed to produce profits for businesses.
Auto Care Specialties Inc.
Wrens, GA
706/547-7775, Contact: Carlin Schmidt
Installation and retail sales of glass, window tint, and automotive accessories.
Bikernet.com
Wilmington, CA
310/830-0630, Contact: Keith Ball
Internet sales of various magazines for American motorcycle enthusiasts.
Signed up by: John Brueggeman, Senator John Brueggeman
CamaroZ28.com
Fraser, MI
586/212-8004, Contact: Jason Debler
Internet service providing news focusing on the Chevrolet Camaro enthusiast.
Diald Industries
Encinitas, CA
760/487-1535, Contact: Luke Leatherman
Internet retailer of replacement and performance parts, including accessories for automotive vehicles.
Distribution Pro LLC
Newport Beach, CA
949/300-0462, Contact: Amadou Diallo
Internet retail sales of aftermarket parts and accessories.
Edgenet Inc.
Brentwood, TN
615/564-5372, Contact: Julie Helms
Internet-related service specializing in product data that connects retailers, suppliers and consumers through marketing and data pools.
TECCOM
Ismaning, Germany
+49-89-321216105, Contact: David Winter
Internet-related service offering business solutions and product identity management.
JOBBER
Adams Auto Parts
Wilmington, DE
302/655-9693, Contact: Mike Adams
Jobber specializing in AC Delco and motorcraft performance parts.
Specialty Truck & Auto
South Yarmouth, MA
508/760-3000, Contact: Kevin Sylver
Jobber specializing in automotive high-performance and off-road parts and accessories.
Two Guys Auto Parts
East Stroudsburg, PA
570/629-0700, Contact: Joseph Abbate
Jobber specializing wholesale and retail aftermarket auto parts from ’30 to the present.
MAIL-ORDER COMPANY
Harris Performance Inc.
Randleman, NC
336/471-2827, Contact: Brian Harris
Mail-order company specializing in automotive computer chips.
MANUFACTURER
Action Sales & Marketing LLC
Tampa, FL
813/426-3227, Contact: Rick Norgart
Manufacturer of stainless and aluminum propellers, including water jet pumps.
Alliant Engineering LLC
Kalamazoo, MI
269/343-4108, Contact: David Furchak
Manufacturer and developer of innovative product solutions.
American Racing Equipment
Lakewood, CO
310/635-7806, Contact: Michelle Comagon
Manufacturer and distributor of one-piece and multipiece aftermarket wheels for cars, trucks and SUVs, including American Racing line, American Racing Vintage, ATX Off-Road, Motegi Racing, Twenty Inches Strong (TIS), ROJA Motorsports and Dropstars.
Signed up by: Rick Kovalick, Keystone Automotive Operations
Anderson Custom Iron Works
San Angelo, TX
352/716-1918, Contact: Misti Anderson
Manufacturer of truck headache racks, running boards, cargo carriers, hitches and truck accessories.
BluePrint Racing
South El Monte, CA
626/575-8866, Contact: Ben Tran
Manufacturer and designer of high-performance Honda engine components.
Dino’s All Car Repair & Tire Shop Inc.
Tulsa, OK
918/835-2280, Contact: Amy Worthington
Manufacturing and sales of tuner keys and tuner key kits.
Hot Rod Dynamics LLC
Lenoir, NC
828/381-0391, Contact: Joe Lutz
Manufacturer and designer of modern drivetrain conversions for older vehicles, specializing in custom street rods, musclecars and classics.
HPP Heide Performance Products
Madison Heights, MI
248/808-0455, Contact: Gordon Heidacker
Manufacturer and developer of aftermarket performance components and accessories.
Leahy’s Service Center
Constable, NY
518/483-3423, Contact: Tom Leahy
Manufacturer of custom race engine parts.
Life Time Oil Filter LLC
Albany, OR
866/676-8590, Contact: Christopher Hubbard
Manufacturer of oil filters.
Lii Chau Industrial Co. Ltd
Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C.
+886-4-2566-8435, Contact: Susan Chang
Manufacturer of auto steering and suspension parts, including tie-rod ends, drag links, ball joints and more.
MDM Marketing Inc.
Newton, MA
617/332-7520, Contact: Rich Dallmeyer
Manufacturer and developer of a cargo handler for minivans.
Pfadt Race Engineering
Salt Lake City, UT
888/972-2464, Contact: Aaron Pfadt
Manufacturer of Corvette suspension products.
Signed up by: Shari McCullough-Arfons, McCullough Public Relations
Premier Trailer
Towing Products LLC
Albert Lea, MN
507/402-5499, Contact: Matthew Hoelscher
Manufacturer of stainless steel inter-changeable trailer ball systems.
TORA Council Member
Pro Spot International Inc.
Oceanside, CA
760/407-1414, Contact: Debbie De Pew
Manufacturer of inverter spot welders and accessories for the automotive repair industry.
Proven Wicked LLC
Henderson, NV
702/271-5121, Contact: Shane Wagner
Manufacturer and distributor of high-end race-derived parts for late-model musclecars, track and street performance.
Retro USA Inc.
Lakeville, MN
612/202-8422, Contact: Gary Green
Manufacturer and distributor of auto restyling accessories.
Rottler Manufacturing
Kent, WA
800/452-0534, Contact: Ed Kiebler
Manufacturer of performance engine machining equipment.
Signed up by: Jason Haines, Lingenfelter Performance Engineering
Sheen Coatings
Wilder, ID
208/412-0908, Contact: Kristin Hibbs
Manufacturer for automotive car-care products.
WTC Council Member
Torch River Manufacturing
Nipawin, SK Canada
306/717-0981, Contact: Mitch Lungul
Manufacturer of the Tow Buddy, a vehicle tow dolly, and custom bumpers and aluminum boat decks.
Trend Performance
Clinton Township, MI
586/792-6620, Contact: Susie Tromley
Manufacturer of internal engine components, including pistons, push rods, wrist pins and lifters.
MPMC Council Member
Universal Brass Inc.
Auburn, WA
253/939-8282, Contact: Myron Lewis
U.S. manufacturer of license plate frames, logo valve stem caps, logo bolt covers, key fobs and logo hitch receiver covers.
Vector CANtech Inc.
Novi, MI
248/449-9290, Contact: Jim Hutter
Manufacturer of embedded software and software development tools for the development of in-vehicle networks using CAN, LIN, MOST and FlexRay.
Velocity Turbo Systems LLC
Apex, NC
919/239-4672, Contact: Stephen Forrest
Manufacturer of custom aftermarket performance parts.
PROMOTER
Just Cruzin Productions LLC
Riverside, CA
951/656-0862, Contact: Les Davidson
Promoter and producer of automotive events.
Signed up by: Sal Perez, American Muscle Cars Inc.
ARMO Council Member
Messe Frankfurt Inc.
Atlanta, GA
770/984-8016, Contact: David Audrain
Promoter specializing in the organization of trade shows in the North American market, including 13 global Automechanika shows.
Motorsport Nationals LLC
McDonough, GA
770/642-2732, Contact: Nathan Sanders
Promoter of motorsport events in the Southeast area.
ARMO Council Member
HRIA Council Member
SCC Council Member
Video West Inc.
Tempe, AZ
480/222-3180, Contact: Jack Waitkus
Promoter and staging company specializing in audio visual equipment rentals for the automotive industry.
PUBLISHER/MEDIA COMPANY
Its Everything Automotive Inc.
Newport Beach, CA
800/577-8875, Contact: Greg Bozicain
Media production company.
RACE INDUSTRY SUPPORT
Baja Racing Adventures LLC
Glendale, AZ
602/619-2277, Contact: Cami Sohren
Race-industry support of trophy lite race truck rentals for desert racing.
RESTORER
Allison’s Automotive
Upland, CA
909/981-3566, Contact: Mark Allison
Restorer of cars with an auto repair facility.
Cadwallader Classics
Xenia, OH
877/650-6026, Contact: Chris Cadwallader
Restorer of supercars.
Signed up by: Jim Wirth, Wirth & Wirth Advertising
ARMO Council Member
Ditech Corp.
Dieppe, NB Canada
506/863-4886, Contact: Dan Leblanc
Restorer and builder of hot rods, musclecars and motorcycles.
HRIA Council Member
Memory Lane Classics Inc.
Chisholm, MN
561/632-4193, Contact: Edwin Verdung
Restorer specializing in classic and vintage cars with in-house fabrication shop, electronics and custom interiors.
Steele Enterprise LLC
Fredericktown, MO
573/783-3443, Contact: Damon Steele
Restoration and parts supplier.
ARMO Council Member
HRIA Council Member
PRO Council Member
RETAILER
Auto Customs
Williamsburg, OH
513/724-5400, Contact: Joe Williams
Retail sales via the Internet of aftermarket performance parts and accessories.
Joey Tire Center Corporation
Aibonito, PR Puerto Rico
787/735-1415, Contact: Jose Alvarado
Retailer specializing in automotive parts and accessories, including tire sales.
OTRATTW
Cupertino, CA
408/253-6956, Contact: James Parasopoulos
Retailer of 12-volt switches and accessories for the transportation industry.
ADDITIONAL RETAILER
Ameritint & Graphic Designs Inc.
Pikeville, KY
606/437-9883, Contact: Melissa Hopkins
Retail sales of aftermarket parts and accessories.
Boteler Racing Operations
Westminster, MD
410/876-6851, Contact: Dwight Boteler
Jobber specializing in racing parts and accessories for NHRA, IHRA, SCCA, karting, dirt and asphalt competition.
Signed up by: Vince Coscia, Performance Plus Connection
Fleet Oil & Truck Supply
Long Beach, CA
562/436-6377, Contact: Rocky Harter
Retail sales of truck and automotive accessories.
Grounded Conceptz
Oshawa, ON Canada
800/447-8449, Contact: Jamie Campbell
Retailer of automotive aftermarket styling and performance parts.
SERVICE
Allan Y. Brink (Pyt.) Ltd.
Pretoria GAUTENG, South Africa
+27-12-3350888, Contact: Greg Brink
Service company specializing in performance and engine building with a machine shop and parts.
Signed up by: John Goodman, AERA Engine Builders Association
Cornerstone Automotive
Houston, TX
713/781-2886,
Contact: Tony Gregory
Service company specializing in automotive and mechanical repair, including classic car and muscle restoration.
Genesee Packaging Inc.
Flint, MI
810/235-6120, Contact: Don Hardy
Service company specializing in automotive contract packaging with light assembly of components and ship-direct distribution.
Petris Enterprises Inc.
Scottsboro, AL
256/259-2400, Contact: Chris Petris
Service company specializing in GM vehicle repair and dyno testing.
Redding Industries Inc.
Pekin, IL
309/863-5011, Contact: Duane Redding
Service providers for FARO brand measurement systems, including portable CMM, 3-D laser scanning, CAD/FEA machine setup, reverse engineering and wide-area 3-D scanning.
Signed up by: Jason Haines, Lingenfelter Performance Engineering
PRO Council Member
SOLE/EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTOR
Rossion Automotive
Pompano Beach, FL
954/788-1001, Contact: Dean Rosen
Distributor of Rossion Q1 high-performance sports cars.
STREET-ROD DEALER
Artisans Rods & Classics
Huntertown, IN
260/637-7433, Contact: Mike Pranger
Street-rod dealer specializing in musclecars and classic cars with restoration.
ARMO Council Member
HRIA Council Member
TIRE DEALER
Goldwing Autocare
Ottawa, ON Canada
613/727-7000, Contact: Adam Gard
Tire dealer of wheels, tires and automotive aftermarket accessories.
TRADE SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE
Northwest Technical College
Bemidji, MN
218/333-6638, Contact: Paul Nelson
Trade school offering a high-performance engine machinist program.
WAREHOUSE/MULTILINE DISTRIBUTOR
CarChamps Inc.
Mansfield, MA
508/809-6397, Contact: Tony Muccini
Warehouse distributor of Haartz PPF films and Avantec auto vaccine products.
Counter Craft Service Systems and Prod
Lombard, IL
800/872-0216, Contact: Donald Whitlock
Warehouse distributor of catalog post expandable binders, custom binders and outside salesmans carrying cases, distributor of full line catalog racks, dividers and accessories.
Signed up by: Donn Buenafe, Siriani & Associates Inc.
Got Kars
Stanton, CA
866/997-5277, Contact: Danny Katchka
Warehouse distributor of automotive aftermarket parts for motorcycles, marine and aircraft with online sales.
Highway 1 Inc.
Temecula, CA
951/491-0751, Contact: Jon Billings
Warehouse distributor of automotive accessories worldwide.
Signed up by: Roy Acterga, On The Edge Marketing