Stunning 2016 Tuner Evolution Spring Gathering Thamilla Silva

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We were totally impressed by Thamilla Silva at the Tuner Evolution Spring Gathering show is that an understatement itself.  This Brazilian fashion-style model showed up with a commanding presence that had people in awe to her sheer beauty, poise, and cheerful personality.

Teamed with JDM Sport, the Spearmint Rhino girl really made the car show a lot more lively.  During the mini photo shoot that we did with Thamilla, she gave us the 200% of many other models would and the results are totally awesome!

We do hope that the car show industry would have more models like Thamilla Silva, as she brought wonderful art and craft of modeling to the scene!  Great job Thamilla!

Graceful and A True Car Lover Tuner Evolution Spring Gathering JDM Sport Girl Bee Barajas @tunerevo @jdmsport

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We have worked with Bee Barajas once and we were totally impressed with her natural personality and her steady-minded temperament.

We first time saw her was at the LA Autoshow last year and this time of the year, we saw her again after we worked together.  Bee is always so pleasant to be around with.

Not only she is a stunning model with tons of potentials to be as big as she wants to, she is also an avid car lover.  If you ask her about her 300zx, she would be glad to tell you what she has done and what she will have in her mind.  We totally love her for her inside and out car+model in one!

After her car is at a stage soon, we are talking about doing a shoot of her and with beloved.  It will be epic!!  Plus we sure will be seeing her a lot in the future!  Awesome!

The Majestic 2016 Tuner Evolution Spring Gathering, Continental Tire Model Arley Elizabeth @arrrrlz

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Arley Elizabeth is one of the most hard working models that we know.  The countless car shows that she appears over weekends are only a tip of the iceberg of how wide reach she has.  She works deeply in the fashion industry, as well as promotional works across the country.  Plus she would find time to play video games, show up on our magazines as multiple times cover model!

At the Tuner Evolution Show Spring Gathering, Arley represented Continental Tire, which is a huge sponsor of the car show industry from gigantic ones to the local ones.

This time, Arley came with her great friend Nicole Marie Reckers (not officially there... though) and the two were totally awesome to capture a few moments of.  We always look forward to seeing them in various events!

Gorgeous 2016 Tuner Evolution Spring Gathering Official Model Ela Pasion @misselapasion @tunerevo

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Ela Pasion has been the import modeling staple for many years. From the beginning year 2011 at EAF/SD:

http://www.wheelsandheelsmag.com/2011/09/2011-extreme-autofest-san-diego-more.html

or you can read many articles that include her:

http://www.wheelsandheelsmag.com/search/label/Ela%20Pasion

Through the years, her star power is even more shinier and fans got even more memorized.

At the 2016 Tuner Evolution's Spring Gathering car show at Ace Alloy Wheels HQ, Ela is the official model for the Tuner Evolution host.  She totally magnetized the crowd with her mere presence.  There was a constant flow of people surrounding her.  Ela is always so gracious to give everyone a chance to take pictures of her or having a selfie with her.  Additionally, she is highly sociable that people just love to hang around her.  That's awesome star power that we say!

Tuner Evolution Car Show's 2016 West Coast Landing a Big Success, With Ace Alloy Wheels! @tunerevo

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Tuner Evolution is a big deal.  However, it's an east coast thing and most west coast folks are marginally aware of it.

Back in 2013, we had a great coverage report from our contributing photographer Eduardo Suarez,
2013 Turner Evolution Philadelphia Summary Report: 
http://www.wheelsandheelsmag.com/2013/08/great-summary-coverage-of-2013.html

2013 Tuner Evolution Philadelphia Complete Coverage: 
http://www.wheelsandheelsmag.com/search/label/2013%20Tuner%20Evolution%20Philadelphia%20PA

Here, 2016, Tuner Evolution has made a great effort to come to the west coast, and partnered with Ace Alloy Wheels to have a smooth landing of the "Spring Gathering" car show at the Ace Alloy's headquarter in Chino, CA.

 Under the super bright sizzling hot sun, the car show has a strong traditional import tuner car show vibe, i.e. lots of cool car mods, lots of gorgeous import models, and lots of loud party music, and lots of people!

Honestly, we did not expect too much of yet another "Spring something" car show, as we  have gone through a couple of them already.  The initial build up was intriguing, and then the model roster just kept growing, including our cover model, Arley Elizabeth there.  Then we had to go to this event!

Our Cover Model Arley Elizabeth for
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At the event, you would be really impressed by how many models have shown up.  The sheer number of models would be an envy of many mid-size car shows.  The main contributing parties, including the master team, Tuner Evolution, as well as Kuya Kreationz, as well as JDM Sport girls and Spearmint Rhino girls.  If you came here for the models, you were at the right place for sure!

Then there were many super cool cars with awesome wheels, upgraded engine blocks, or totally pimped out interior or sleek exterior jobs.

Since the hosting location is in an industrial / business park, Saturday is a perfect day for the car show.  People were enjoying the music, photographers were busy with models, car enthusiasts were checking out what's going on with neighboring cars.

Overall, this is a wonderful show, and they have carried a great deal of the good old time tuner car show tradition.  We sure love to see more of Tuner Evolution car shows through out southern California and more!  For the wonderful car show here, our team's hats off to Tuner Evolution, Ace Alloy Wheels, and all the participating vendors, especially the ones with the promotional personnel!

Jennifer Angel Ancheta for WWLC at Mitsufest Fontana 2015 @worldwidelcancer

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Jennifer Angle Ancheta is an angel for sure!  All the time that we met her, she is always so bright and warm and super hospitable.  She treats everybody as her great friend and be very selfless to help people in need.

Case in point, when we were at the EAF San Diego event, our car died in the parking lot.  We just mentioned that to Jennifer and she immediately started a solution searching mission for us.  She was at the battery pack vendor booth, and connected us with different people to help us.  We deeply appreciate her efforts and kind and friendly heart.

She has appeared in many import car shows especially with the World Wide Lancer Club team.  So if you ever go to a southern California import car show and see Jennifer, definitely tip your hat, and take lots of awesome pictures of her and help spread the words.  She is indeed an angel in a car show!

Hot Import Nights LA 2015 JDM Sport Abound!

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JDM Sport is one car show vendor that you will find in almost all the car shows and events across southern California region and in SEMA and more.

One of the trademark appearance of the frequent show vendor is their JDM Sport girls.  Throughout the years, they have discovered many fresh faces, as well as introduce talented models into the world of import car shows and motorsports events.

Here a look back at the Hot Import Nights 2015 Los Angels, in San Pedro downtown, we have covered many of the JDM sport girls there already, but still there were even more to be brought here.  That's just one thing what JDM Sport does, lots of models!

Here we have Ameera Siddiqui looking sultry and alluring, as well as with other bright and happy JDM girls.  Definitely check out more in the full article!

So Many More SEMA Models 2015

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It's impossible to capture all the models at the SEMA show.  There are models that are tugged in the corners of gigantic exhibit halls.  There are models that only show up at certain time of the show.  And all models have their lunch breaks and high heel breaks too.  To find them is a combination of art and science. The art of knowing where to locate them, and science of find their track records and announcements.

After many articles about this year's SEMA models, here come to a large sum of many models that we did not get to cover in the past.  Here you would find models that you may not be familiar with or the first time that you see them, because they are not in the southern Cal region.  Nevertheless, it's all good to meet them here and bring them back to you all!

Friendly And Sweet SEMA Model 2015 - Amy Youhas for Barret Jackson

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Amy Youhas appeared in front of us when we stumbled upon the Barrett Jackson big display space at SEMA 2015, and we immediately took notice of her.  She looked so familiar, like we met her before or simply because she has a kind and friendly face that she can be your great friend at an instance.

Barrett Jackson Auction Company is a legend, both by its vast activities of collector's car auctions, as well as appearing in the TV shows that demonstrate their super fast actions in view.

Amy Youhas has that grace and hospitality at the show space, and inevitably, has attracted avid show photographers, as well as shy show attendees with a cell phone.  She's always so welcoming and put up beautiful smiles for anyone.  What a trooper and what an awesome model!!

Stunning And Shiny SEMA Model 2015 - Jenny Ladner @jenladner

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We've known Jenny Ladner for several years.  Ever since we first covered her at the SEMA show 2011, her photos have been one of the most popular photos of search "Jenny Ladner SEMA".

Jenny is always an amazing model, no matter she was in her LBD the first time we met her, or in her fitness uniform in CES this year, or in this brilliant shiny sequin dress that she's in, together with the crystal studded Chevrolet engine block.  This is a very fitting look for the ultra glamorous and stylish model!

When we caught up with her during the CES show, we learned that she will be representing a major car manufacturer, like a top brand, across the country.   We knew that she totally deserves it and for sure that we will see her a lot in the future!

Gorgeous SEMA Models 2015 in Red, Many of Them!

Ladies in Red at Grey and Beige World of Machinery at The SEMA Super Show 2015

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Although we mentioned the standard uniform color in SEMA show is black, we still managed to find quite a few most eye-catching color, red, among the sea of beige and grey machinery.

For some reason, red stood out like no other colors.  The blood-pressure pumping hue auto-magically makes anyone in that color wardrobe stand out and look hot.  Of course, these promotional models are super gorgeous already.  Therefore, we don't know where to go after this...

At the top, we have Kim Bogle and Heidi Golznig at the Traxxas booth, signing their posters to the long line of fans and accidental fans.  We also have Amanda Bo and Elena Gribtcova at the show, as well as many unnamed but equally awesome models in red.

Now we have the chance to see more of these amazing models in the elegant or vibrant wardrobes at the SEMA 2015 show!

Wow SEMA Model 2015 - Lizzie for Nito

What a happy reunion with our featured model Lizzie!

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We have featured Lizzie in the past when we worked in a commercial shoot.  We did not expect to see her at the SEMA show this time, but there she was, the same awesome happy self at the Nitro booth.  We were thrilled to see her again to say the least!

We just learned from her instagram account (@lizziegirl831) that she is the 2017 Dreamgirls Harley Davidson Calendar!  With her gorgeous flowy golden hair, bright big smile, electrifying gaze, and awesome physique, he is totally the perfect Harley Davidson girl!

Big Post of SEMA Models 2015 - Adilene Ellis, Danni Henricksen, Ashly Fahlstrom

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SEMA show is simply amazing!  The dazzling arrays of products and companies with neon signs, humongous banners, as well as blasting music and machine noises.  However, on the contrary, the costumes / uniforms that the super majority of promotional models wore at the show, were prevailing black.  It's like the black is the new black year after year.  

Besides the featured models in their varying black decors, we have gathered more little black dressed models, as well as other monochromatic tonal dresses, including white and silver here.  Have a blast since this is a big post! :-D

Super Sweet SEMA Model 2015 - Lesta Isley for Bennett Jackson

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We met Lesta Isley not only once, but twice in the short two months period, both in the gigantic shows, SEMA and CES.

This Las Vegas based model has a killer smile and immediate magnetism to show attendees, which totally make her a perfect promotional model!

We still remember when we first met her, she was so happy that we felt like we were long time good friends already.  Through her awesome photos here we definitely could see the super star inside this amazing model!  In the Barret Jackson booth, she was one of the three graces at the show.  We have to say, Lesta is the one that left us most burning impression at the show.

At the CES show, we have captured a couple of photos of Lesta as well.  She is always so upbeat and somehow can just make your daily show burden fly away and concentrate on what she is talking.  Lesta Isley is definitely a promo role model!!

Continental Tire Jenna Lane and Spec-D Renee at Spring Show Off 2 2016 Car Show

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Jenna Lane has been in the industry for a good period of time, and her fan base has shown their love proportionally as well.

At the Spec-D Tuning Spring Show Off 2 2016 car show, Jenna showed up at the Continental Tires booth again with their flashy red convertible Honda S2K.

Jenna was popular with the media community as well as the show attendees at the show.  There was always a circle of cameras around her whenever she stood by the car and the flashes were just non-stop, even though in the broad bright daylight.

Definitely we will see her a lot in the future now that the car show season is wide open!

Gorgeous Feature Model Hanna Ferraez for Spec-D Tuning at Spring Show Off 2 2016 @hannaferraez

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Hanna Ferraez, a rocketing star, showed up at the Spec-D Tuning Spring Show Off 2 2016 show.  Hanna was at the Spec-D Tuning during last year's SEMA (2015) car show and made a huge impression on the national and international stage.

Here in her original SEMA uniform, quite unintentionally, she showed us again the glorious and glamours self at the home company event.  The black front and red side stripes totally accentuate this beautiful model in every way.

Through out the the show, Hanna gave us ample opportunities to take pictures of her with varying cars and styles.  Not only she generated great photos for us, she also created a storm around her that many cameras were joggling for a good position to shoot.

At the same time, Hanna was very generous and welcomed anyone who would like to take a selfie with her.  She was so approachable and wanted to make sure that everyone has their very good selfie with her.  This warm hearted interaction has won her over many people and left them drunk in her charm and beauty.

BFF Model Duo Nicole Marie Reckers and Arley Elizabeth for Spec-D at Spring Show Off 2 2016 @arrrrlz

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Our sweet cover model duo, Arley Elizabeth and Nicole Marie Reckers, are the best BFF model friends of all.  They are work together, they go photoshoot together, and they find opportunities together.

Here at the Spec-D Tuning Spring Show Off 2 2016 event, we were so happy to see this model duo at action again!  With a sporty black midriff baring top and a flannel shirt wrap, they looked like they were ready to fix any cars at the show or in the warehouse!

Of course, whenever you have Arley, there bounds to have tons of fun!  Arley is the animated and creative model that would never settle for a dull moment.  If you point your camera at her, she would have a very cute response and leave you a wonderful memory of the moment.

Nicole the quiet storm, is the perfect complement to Arley being a fairy like angel, enjoying the moments and radiating with joyful smiles and bright positive vibes!

Big Fun At Concept One Wheels and Klutch Wheels Open House Sales Event Highlights @Concept1Wheels @KlutchWheels

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Yesterday we had a great time at the Concept One Wheels and Klutch Wheels Open House Sales Event!

It's a car show, it's a block party, it's a vendor meet and greet and sale, as well as huge discounts on the Concept One and Klutch Wheels.

The full article is is posted at the WHEELS section:

http://cars.wheelsandheelsmag.com/2016/03/big-fun-block-car-party-at-concept-one.html

Definitely check out this full highlight article!

Many More Models at the Import Face Off Car Show Fontana 2016 @LillyEvans_

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Because we arrived so early at the Import Face Off Fontana 2016 show, there were virtually nobody there.  The cold biting wind howling around the vast car parking lot like a bad western movie.

As the cloud pierced away by the relentless sun pounding, the whole scene came alive like the spring garden.  More cars showed up, rain went away, and then more models showed up.

Just when we were at the edgy of our tolerance of the weather after several hours battling the bright glaring sun on our faces, and tunneling cold into our sleeves and collars or anywhere that was not sealed in three layers.

Just as our hopes were dashing away like California high speed rail project, we saw some of the familiar faces!  We could not wait to get our cameras out soon enough before the strange weather destroyed us with a final blow...

Captivating Import Models Rose and Jada Miryea at Import Face Off 2016

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At the Import Face Off Fontana 2016, Mr Clean Promotions has brought in many models.  Two of the early arrivals were captivating models, Rose and Jada Miryea.

Both models showed up in their own style wardrobe.  Rose had a black lacy bodysuit and a booty short, while Jada had a little black dress, and then later wrapped in a black and white motif coat.

The cold and windy Fontana Spring storm did not deter them to be themselves, posing in front of cameras, despite the piercing chills coming from all directions.

We tip our hats to them for such a brave act in the cold!

Rocking Import Models, The Boulton Sisters - Alyssa Cherie and Alona Boulton at Import Face Off Fontana 2016 Car Show

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The Boulton Sisters have been  a popular import model duo in the car show industry in the Inland Empire region of California, which is about one hour drive out on the east of Los Angeles.

The young model duo first showed up in the Hot Import Nights Los Angeles last year.  They did so well that they left very good impressions on a lot of photographers at the show.

Here at the Import Face Off 2016 Fontana, they came in early and set up the banners and gears really well.  They have been so professional that they have gained great relationships with the media and fan communities.

Alyssa Cherie (above) and Alona Boulton (right) have very distinct styles of modeling, even though both are very similar in their physique type.

Alyssa has that serious and soulful looks in her and always carries a tint of shyness that makes her even more intriguing.  On the other hand, Alona has that bright and sunny style that would make any day a bright day, and anybody a more cheerful person.

We sure will see these two young ladies in future car shows and events.  Definitely stay tuned!

Stunning Import Model Arnee Mory at Import Face OIf 2016 Fontana

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We've met Arnee Mory in a couple of occasions and she always impressed us with her awesome modeling performance!  During the Extreme Autofest Anaheim 2015 show, her stunning look draped in the So-Cal sunset light, it was a golden moment!

Here at the Import Face Off 2016 Fontana, Arnee Mory showed up with her full game.  The moment she arrived, she immediately got the photographers' attention and crowded up to her.

Despite the cold and windy Fontana weather, Arnee stood tall with her shapely legs and intoxicating looks.

Here are more photos from the show and definitely find her and follow her on her social media channels.  She is one import model that we will be watching!  Keep up the great work Arnee!

Awesome Model Zara Park for Import Face Off 2016 Fontana

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Zara showed up the first time at the Hot Import Nights (HIN) San Diego, the season opener.  She caused quite some attention because she was one of the tallest models at the show and her stylish look stood out like a beautiful spring flower.

Now we had the chance to meet Zara in person and captured her unique and refreshing beauty at the Import Face Off Fontana event this year.

Not only Zara has a fresh look, as this is only the second car show on her resume, she is also very easy to get alone with.  Her happy self and wonderful talents have prepared her to be a great model that we can see!

We sure can see that she will be in many car shows coming, as long as she enjoys them.  We are seeing a great star rising!  Keep up the good work Zara!

Quick Highlights of Import Face Off Fontana 2016 - Car Show And Models

Import Face Off Racing, Car Show and Models Showing Strong Despite Fontana Storm, Rain, Wind, And Cold

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Import Face Off is a huge franchise of import car racing and car show lifestyle event.  Across the states, there are more than 40+ events happening in 2016.  That means there is almost an event in every weekend.

With such a great community, there comes great support.  At the Fontana CA show over the weekend, we witnessed the great number of cars showing up.  The sheer volume of exotic import modified can rival most of other car shows in the Southern California region.  There were teams like Team Hybrid, as well as Nokturnal car clubs showing their presence and loves.

Came with the big car community, the great import model appearances.  Kuya Krationz brought their famous and fresh models, including Gabby Jeanne (who we are really sorry to miss at the show), Lilly Evans, as well as very new Queen Zara, and Arnee Mory, together with other vendor models from Mr Clean Promotions and JDM Sport.

Even though the web site was not very clear about the show schedule, which got us confused and showed up way early than needed to be, we still managed to captured many of the great models as well as awesome cars.  Here is the highlight of the show in the best of first half show hours, and more detailed show coverage of models and cars will be provided in the following days.  Definitely stay tuned for more great photos!

Awesome SEMA Celebrity and Models 2015

So Many Awesome Celebrities and Models at SEMA 2015 - A Small Sample

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In any SEMA shows, there always so many amazing models, and then there were many larger than life celebrities.

Here we have a small sample of the models that we have had not a chance to cover and provide an exposure for them.   We sure will find them in future events as well and we will bring them back to you via our coverage for sure!

Car And Model Highlight of Spec-D Tuning Spring Show Off 2 @SpecDTuning

The Second Annual Event of The Famous Spec-D Tuning Spring Show Off Car Show Hit Another Home Run At The Headquarter!

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The Spec-D Tuning Spring Show Off 2 event is a great succession of the 2015 first event.  This proves that the first event was highly successful and there is a lot more room for the second event to happen.

Every weather forest people on TV was saying that it was going to rain on Saturday and it sure did look like at any time, there would be cats and dogs coming down soon when we drove to the City of Industry, Spec-D Tuning's HQ.  However, when we arrived, slices of bright sun light actually came out amid deep and heavy fluffy clouds in the sky.  It gave a very Spring like weather to the Spring Show Off 2 event venue.

 Right at the show, you would immediately get overwhelmed by the sheer number of cars as well as different types of vendor booths set up at the show.  Of course, they all meant a lot of people showed up for a cool weekend afternoon outing.

There were all types of different cars, but primarily the JDM modified taking a big portion of the show car population.  There were also luxury performance from Europe showed up and showed their strong support to the event.

If you would spend the whole show from 3pm to 7pm, you would probably really check out most of the cars, but definitely need a flash light to come with you.  There were some really special rides that showed their proud modifications and upgrades right after the winter hibernation period.  It's like the bamboo shoots coming out of the ground after a long snowy cold winter ground.  They are delicious!

Talking about delicious, the models that Spec-D Tuning hired are totally awesome!  We knew even before the event, because two of our cover models, Nicole Marie Reckers and Arley Elizabeth were at the helm of the raffle tickets front.  Together was also our feature model Hanna Ferraez in her beautiful SEMA uniform butterflying around cars and selling tickets as well as being a perfect self partner for many show attendees.

One of the marvelous presence of the show was the abundant and varying types of vendor booths.  Of course, you would see the staple usual, including the hosting Spec-D Tuning, Continental Tires, R1 Concept, World Wide Lancer Club, and others.  There were other types as well, like the popular hot pot chain, The Boiling Point, which is very unusual to the car scene.  However, one strange missing vendor type is the vaping companies.  Usually they are all over the map in a car show, and surprisingly this time, we did not find any of them or maybe just one.

Overall, this is a wonderful show that is creating a great tradition that could go on for many years.  The beginning of the car show season, and the community coming together, as well  as the new car first show off for media and car lovers to highlight and appreciate.

We have many more photos especially the show cars that we picked from the many many in the car crowd.  They are unique, attention arresting, and simply awesome.  We also have more awesome models' photos.  And all these will be posted here and in the WHEELS sections in the next few days!

Sporty SEMA Models 2015 - KIA Models Lindsy and Lena Hakim

Sporty KIA Models Lindsy and Lena Hakim Showed Off KIA Cool Show Cars

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KIA is a relatively young brand of car makers.  This gives them a great deal of flexibility to be free, to have fun, and to address the alternative markets.  While others are busy in suits and handshakes, KIA brought their staple models Lindsy and Lena Hakim again to the SEMA 2015 show.  This time, they were dressed in their sporty and fun flannel and jeans.

Lindsy and Lena are always a great welcome to the SEMA, as well as Autoshow around the country.  Of course, their beautiful looks are amazing to appreciate, but their elegant persona as well as great knowledge of the KIA brand and cars, they are the perfect brand ambassadors for the KIA brand.

Each time catching up with Lena is like talking with a long time friend.  It's great to know that she has some wonderful projects and plans coming up in her future, as well as reconfirm the great and role-model personality and professionalism that have driven her to all her successes.

2015 SEMA at KIA was such a great experience, that we would never forget...

Import Face-Off Fontana 2015 - Hybrid Models - Andrea Marie

2015 Import Face Off Hybrid Team Model Andrea Marie Looking Amazing!

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In welcoming the 2016 Import Face Off season, we have the last So-Cal stop show last year (2015) coverage here.

Team Hybrid is well known for their exotic and extravagant modifications of their cars.  In complement, their models are equally if not more eye-catching too!

Andrea Marie has appeared in many car shows.  This time, it's great to capture more of her at the show, and is a perfect welcoming article to the 2016 Import Face Off Fontana event!

Tall Slender SEMA Model Sharla STi 2015 @sharlasti

Sharla STi Made a Perfect Entrance at SEMA 2015
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The first time we met Sharla STi was at the Subiefest 2013.  We were totally impressed.  This tall and slender and ethereal model is a great car lover.  By the name of STi, you would probably know that she is a Subaru owner and fan.  If you ever visit her FB page, then you would immediate be immersed in her love of her car and the driving.

At the SEMA 2015 show, Sharla can be seen in everywhere.  We were just at the right collision course of her path and found her and her friend at the Achilles booth.  We captured the opportunity and did a quick shoot to bring all her impressive brand ambassadorship as well as relaxed tourist moment at the show.  We sure hope to see her a lot more in this year's car shows!

Cool Cover Modle Constance Nunes for Toyo Tires at SEMA 2015 #SEMAMODEL

Super Glam Cover Model Constance Nunes for Toyo Tires at SEMA 2015

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This time, our cover model, Constance Nunes, is not only a super model, she is also a car buff, which makes her a perfect model for the car industry.

If you follow her on her instagram (@constance_nunes), you would find not just perfect photos of her showing her modeling genius, but also she has a submission feature of cool rides on her popular account.  Now that's a true auto lover and car enthusiast!

At the Toyo Tires, Constance showed attendees the cool things about VR experiences as well as looking amazing in front of the Christmas tree. :-)

We definitely will see more of Constance Nunes in this year 2016 in more car shows!

Amazing Cover Model Corissa Furr for Pirelli at SEMA Model 2015 @CorissaFurr

Ultra Majestic Cover Model Corissa Furr for Pirelli at The SEMA 2015 

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We've known Corissa Furr for many years.  She is always one of the reigning queens in car shows and promotional events.  Throughout the years, models come and models gone, but Corissa never lessens an ounce of her amazing charm and her high professionalism.  That's why she is the most beloved, most hired, and most sought after celebrity models in the industry.

At the SEMA 2015 show, Corissa has made perfect branding image for the Pirelli team, and her great interactions with the team.  We saw her again at the LA Autoshow 2015 for Pirelli and it's just a great tradition to follow now.