Hoonigan appoints Tom Tecklenburg to executive vice president of Lighting. "I've spent the past two months getting to know the team and the business, and I'm even more excited about what's ahead," Tecklenburg says Atlanta - Hoonigan Industries has appointed Tom Tecklenburg as executive vice president of Lighting, overseeing Driven Lighting Group (DLG) and its flagship brand, Morimoto. "I've spent the past two months getting to know the team and the business, and I'm even more excited about what's ahead," Tecklenburg said. "DLG's commitment to innovation, proprietary design, and its deep connection to the enthusiast community position us to keep redefining what's possible in the performance lighting space." Tecklenburg brings decades of global automotive and commercial vehicle experience across both OE and aftermarket sectors. Before joining Driven Lighting Group (DLG), he served as vice president and general manager of Dayco North America Aftermarket. He serves on the Auto Care Association's Marketing Intelligence Committee, MEMA's CEO Council, and the Automotive Sales Council. Tecklenburg's career includes executive roles at HDA Truck Pride and The Timken Company, along with senior leadership positions at Bendix Brakes, Fram Filters, and Prestone Antifreeze under Honeywell International. "Tom's experience, leadership, and deep understanding of both the OE and aftermarket channels make him an exceptional addition to our executive team," said Dave Swift, chairman and acting CEO of Hoonigan. "He brings a people-first leadership style that aligns with our culture of performance, innovation and customer focus."

2025 SEMA Show highlights motorsports action all week. DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Oct. 30, 2025) - The 2025 SEMA Show will roar to life with its biggest slate of live motorsports activations yet, highlighted by two of the industry's most culture-driving forces: SPARQ and Hoonigan. From drift rides and film car showcases to daily burnout arena action and major reveals, this year's motorsports activities give attendees unprecedented access to the people, machines, and moments that define modern car culture. SPARQ is partnering with Westen Champlin and the Horsepower Rodeo crew to launch one of the largest drift experiences in SEMA Show history at the Diamond Lot. Dubbed SPARQ Slide City, attendees can ride along on a 145,000-square-foot course with top drivers, including Jeff Jones, Federico Sceriffo, Camren Sorensen, Amanda Sorensen, and Richard Advani. SPARQ device owners can show their QR code for fast pass, front-of-line access. Beyond the drift course, SPARQ offers a full week of experiences at North Hall #10969, including: Cody Walker autograph signing - Thursday, Nov. 6, at 1 p.m. Press conference unveiling new driver - service platform - Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 4 p.m. Hoonigan Returns to Silver Lot with Daily Burnyard Shows and Gymkhana 2025 Reveal From Tuesday, Nov. 4, through Friday, Nov. 7, Hoonigan will host Burnyard Shows at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily in Silver Lot #3. These sessions feature Formula Drift competitors, Australian style burnout builds, off-road rigs, and more. Hoonigan will also debut the next chapter in the Gymkhana legacy with the "Gymkhana 2025" reveal on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 12 p.m., and Co-Founder Brian Scotto will present the teaser film during Tuesday morning's SEMA Show Kickoff Breakfast. Celebrity signings - Lia Block, Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 4 p.m.; Chip Foose, Friday, Nov. 7 at 12:30 p.m. "We want the SEMA Show to be an engaging and immersive experience for all attendees," said Tom Gattuso, SEMA Vice President of Events. "These motorsports activations put people right in the middle of the action and show how innovation, culture, and creativity come together in the automotive world." "Hoonigan's Burnyard and SPARQ Slide City demonstrate how the SEMA Show fuses the latest products, athletes, passion, and automotive culture. Show goers will get to jump in on drift rides, check out some amazing film car displays, meet celebrity drivers, and try out hands-on demos," said Andy Tompkins, SEMA Trade Show Director. "It's a chance to get up close to the cars and the people who make this industry so exciting." The SEMA Show is one of the largest trade shows in the world, powered by a passionate and creative community. With 2,300 exhibiting brands, including 500 first-time participants showcasing the latest products and innovations, the Show delivers unmatched access to decision-makers and global markets. For more information and to register, visit www.semashow.com. All enthusiasts are invited to experience SEMA Show Friday - Open to the Public on Friday, Nov. 7, along with SEMA Fest. Tickets are available at SEMAFest.com. Live coverage from the Show can also be followed throughout the week on SEMA Live presented by AutoZone, streamed on YouTube and Meta. About SEMA and the SEMA Show The SEMA Show is a trade show produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), a nonprofit trade association founded in 1963. Since the first SEMA Show debuted in 1967, the annual event has served as the leading venue bringing together manufacturers and buyers within the automotive specialty equipment industry. Products featured at the SEMA Show include those that enhance the styling, functionality, comfort, convenience and safety of cars and trucks. Additional details are available at www.semashow.com or www.sema.org, 909/396-0289.

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