The all-new ’14 Lexus IS sport sedan is getting closer to making its grand entrance this November at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The third-generation IS features new aggressive exterior styling demonstrated by a spindle grille, wider stance and sporty rocker panels.

Several ’14 Acura and Honda vehicles will be available for a Measuring Session at the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California, September 26, 2013.

The ’14 Toyota 4Runner Measuring Session will be held September 24, 2013, at the Toyota Warehouse in Gardena, California.

The deadline to submit nominations for SEMA's GEN-III Innovator Award has been extended to Friday, September 27, at 5:00 p.m. (PDT).

Here is a brief look at some of news and updates from around the specialty-equipment industry. Companies featured this week: Classic Industries, Katzkin, Royal Purple and Toyo Tires.

Taking place Thursday, November 7, 2013, at the LVH Paradise Event Center in Las Vegas, the annual SEMA Industry Awards Banquet is a celebration of the $31 billion automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Are you hunting for a new job? The “Positions Available” section in the SEMA Member Classifieds lists more than 50 job openings around the country.

SEMA News is the monthly magazine published by SEMA that reaches more than 18,000 key automotive specialty-equipment businesses. The annual SEMA Show Directory issue includes bonus circulation of 45,000 copies, making it the most widely read business tool in the aftermarket industry.

Ford's SVT crew finally has their hands on the next Mustang. The shooters at KGP Photography just spotted the first prototypes for the Mustang that will replace the Shelby GT500 on the streets of Detroit.