What’s Happening?
The Daily Downforce crew is on the ground at SEMA and AAPEX 2024 this week, and they’re showing off all the industry excitement from the biggest automotive business summit.
- The 2024 SEMA Show takes place this week at the Las Vegas Convention Center, showcasing the latest in automotive specialty products, custom vehicles, and industry innovations.
- At the same time, AAPEX 2024 is live at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum, focusing on the global automotive aftermarket, featuring new products, hands-on training, and networking opportunities.
- Both events attract professionals worldwide, offering insights into current trends and future developments in the automotive industry.
Day 2
We’re starting our day at AAPEX, and if you thought yesterday was impressive, wait until you see the floor today.
The folks at Stryten Energy brought their off-roader to the party this year. Stryten Energy makes reliable batteries and power systems for a wide range of uses—like cars, boats, warehouses, and even renewable energy setups.
We’ve got another beast of a vehicle here with the gang from Clarios. Clarios is a global leader in advanced battery technology, making batteries for cars, trucks, and various energy storage needs.
Sta-Lube is chopping it up on the floor this morning with this bad boy. Sta-Lube produces high-quality lubricants, greases, and gear oils designed to keep vehicles and machinery running smoothly.
Here’s a familiar color scheme for NASCAR fans – the crew from Interstate Batteries have an impressive display here at AAPEX 2024.
The folks at Interstate Batteries even brought along some iRacing sim rigs for fans to enjoy on the floor.
And we have another familiar face to every NASCAR fan – the gang from K-Seal is here! K-Seal is a longtime partner of Out of the Groove, Daily Downforce, and NASCAR Pole Position, but Truck Series fans probably remember them best for their beautiful paint scheme on Jordan Anderson’s back-to-back finishes at Daytona. K-Seal makes easy-to-use coolant leak repair products designed to fix leaks in radiators, head gaskets, and water pumps. Just pour it in, and it works to seal leaks without needing any special tools or mechanical skills.
Another name that needs no introduction for NASCAR fans is Valvoline, which has this impressive display here at AAPEX, showing off the great work they do across many different motorsports.
Gunk and Blaster are here showing off their popping paint schemes on Matt Tifft’s No. 57. Gunk offers powerful cleaning products specifically made to tackle tough grease and grime on engines and automotive parts.
Sylvania, another longtime NASCAR supporter, is here showing off this awesome off-road truck. Sylvania makes reliable car lights—everything from headlights to interior bulbs—that help you see better and drive safer.
DC Gaskets takes their love of racing to a whole new level with a complete race car-themed display. DC Gaskets makes high-quality gaskets for engines that are built to handle the heat and pressure of automotive performance. Their gaskets are designed to create a tight seal, helping prevent leaks and keep engines running smoothly.
TVA Automotive is on hand this year with an amazing looking display. TVA Automotive supplies high-quality aftermarket auto parts, like suspension components, engine parts, and cooling systems.
The gang from Battery Doctor is here this year. Battery Doctor makes products to help maintain and extend the life of vehicle batteries, from chargers and testers to accessories like disconnect switches. Their tools are handy for preventing dead batteries and ensuring reliable performance, whether for cars, boats, RVs, or other battery-powered equipment.
And we have another familiar face to any Out of the Groove, Daily Downforce, or NASCAR Pole Position – the crew from Joe’s Hand Cleaner is here in Vegas showing off their complete line of cleaning products.
Hey, this isn’t a stock car! Oh, all the amazing vehicles you see here on the floor at AAPEX…
You can’t miss this Erickson exhibit here on the floor. Erickson makes solid, easy-to-use straps and tie-downs to keep your stuff secure while you’re on the move.
We found the gang from Sea Foam here looking dapper indeed. Sea Foam makes fuel additives and cleaners that help keep your engine running smoothly by breaking down gunk and deposits. Just add it to your fuel tank, and it works to clean and protect your engine from the inside.
And another color-popping booth, we found the crew from Black Mamba gloves. Black Mamba Gloves are heavy-duty disposable gloves designed for tough jobs, offering durability and resistance to tears and chemicals.
We also found the folks from Scent Bomb here to keep everyone’s vehicle smelling fresh.
Vazlo Auto Parts has this impressive-looking display on the floor here at AAPEX. Vazlo is a leading Mexican company specializing in the innovation, development, manufacturing, and marketing of auto parts for the global market. Their product range includes engine mounts, transmission mounts, center bearings, and torque strut mounts.
The folks at Pure Guard are here this year with their full line of products. Pure Guard’s line of high-performance lubricants and oils are all available at their website.
Here we found this year’s booth from Howes. Howes makes fuel additives and lubricants that help keep your engine running smoothly, especially in cold weather. Their Diesel Treat prevents diesel fuel from gelling when temperatures drop, making it a favorite among truckers and diesel owners.
We will continue to update this page throughout the week as the Daily Downforce crew makes their way through the hundreds of booths and exhibits on display this year at SEMA and AAPEX.