Tag: Trade Groups

Auto Care Association Appoints New Senior VP

The Auto Care Association has added Lisa Foshee to its government affairs team, the organization announced. Foshee will hold the role of senior vice president, government affairs and general counsel. In her role, Foshee will provide leadership and direction for the association’s federal and state legislative and regulatory efforts, the organization said, including educating legislators… Continue reading Auto Care Association Appoints New Senior VP

SEMA Launch Pad Competition Announces Finalists

Five finalists have been selected to advance in the 2022 SEMA Launch Pad Competition, SEMA announced. During the competition, participants pitch new products or services for the automotive aftermarket. Dustin Golat, co-owner of GolaTTaylor Tools; Jacob Hawksworth, CEO of Hypercraft; Susan Pieper, founder and CEO of DMOS Collective Inc.; Kevin Robinson, president of TRAC LLC;… Continue reading SEMA Launch Pad Competition Announces Finalists

AACF Set to Host 30th Anniversary Charity Golf Tournament

The annual AACF Bob Schoeberl Memorial Golf Tournament will be celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and returning to the Spanish Trail Country Club during AAPEX/SEMA Industry week in Las Vegas, the organization announced. The charity golf tournament is scheduled for Oct. 31. “We’ll have many of the same events that folks have come to… Continue reading AACF Set to Host 30th Anniversary Charity Golf Tournament

NTSB Calls for Alcohol Detection Systems in All New Vehicles

An investigation into a California crash that killed nine – including seven children – has led the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is calling for alcohol impairment detection systems to be included in all new vehicles following an investigation into a California crash that killed nine—including seven children—caused by an impaired driver, the organization announced.… Continue reading NTSB Calls for Alcohol Detection Systems in All New Vehicles

‘Women in Auto Care Wednesday’ Planned for AAPEX Show

Women in Auto Care, a community of the Auto Care Association, will hold its second annual “Women in Auto Care Wednesday” on Nov. 2, during the 2022 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, the organization announced. Three separate events throughout the day will offer AAPEX attendees multiple opportunities to connect with… Continue reading ‘Women in Auto Care Wednesday’ Planned for AAPEX Show

Emmitt Smith to Headline SEMA Show Enthusiast Educational Program

Emmitt Smith, the NFL running back who became a NASCAR Xfinity Series team co-owner last summer, will headline the 2022 SEMA Show Educational Program’s Friday Enthusiast Track, SEMA Show organizers announced. Smith, who will be joined on the Paradise Event Center stage by television personality Chris Jacobs from Overhaulin’ on Nov. 4, will discuss career… Continue reading Emmitt Smith to Headline SEMA Show Enthusiast Educational Program

HRIA to Present New Awards at SEMA Show

The SEMA Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) will present two new awards recognizing hot rods and builders at the 2022 SEMA Show, the SEMA council announced. The new “Design & Innovation Award” will be presented to a builder or shop in recognition of a vehicle that exemplifies the meaning of an exceptional hot rod, HRIA… Continue reading HRIA to Present New Awards at SEMA Show

FIA Appoints First CEO

The FIA has appointed Natalie Robyn to be the Federation’s first ever CEO, the organization announced. Joining the FIA in the near future, American-born Robyn has over 15 years of executive experience in both the automotive and financial sectors. Prior to joining the Federation, she has held a variety of senior management positions at Volvo,… Continue reading FIA Appoints First CEO

SEMA Show Expands Product Showcase with New Categories

The SEMA Show will expand its New Product Showcase for 2022 with the addition of two new categories: electric vehicles (EV) products and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) products. The new categories join the 16 other categories already included in the parts showcase. Accessible exclusively to SEMA Showgoers, the New Products Showcase is a collection… Continue reading SEMA Show Expands Product Showcase with New Categories

Antron Brown Urges Congress to Pass SEMA-Backed RPM Act

Top Fuel driver Antron Brown urged Congress to pass the SEMA-supported Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports (RPM) Act while appearing before the U.S. Senate on Wednesday, according to SEMA. The three-time Top Fuel world champion, who began his racing career nearly 40 years ago, appeared before Congress to share personal stories about his support for… Continue reading Antron Brown Urges Congress to Pass SEMA-Backed RPM Act

ALI Updates Car Lift Safety Manual

Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) has completely updated and expanded Lifting It Right, the organization’s car lift safety manual, the organization said. The second edition of the training tool features new information, photos and illustrations in a user-friendly format. A digital version is also available, ALI representatives said. Lifting It Right is a guide to the… Continue reading ALI Updates Car Lift Safety Manual

Piston Foundation Announces Scholarship Winners

The Piston Foundation has awarded scholarships to 10 students pursuing careers in the collector car industry, the organization announced. “When I look at our 2022 Piston scholars, it puts a big smile on my face,” said Robert P. Minnick, founder of the Piston Foundation. “This is the reason I started the Piston Foundation and why… Continue reading Piston Foundation Announces Scholarship Winners

2022 SEMA Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness Award Winners Announced

The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund issued a total of $297,250 in scholarships and loan forgiveness awards to help 119 individuals who currently work for, or are planning to pursue careers in, the automotive aftermarket industry, SEMA announced. The winners include 103 students who received scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000, and 16 employees of SEMA-member… Continue reading 2022 SEMA Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness Award Winners Announced

NHRA Top Fuel Driver Antron Brown to Testify in Senate Hearing on RPM Act

NHRA Top Fuel champion Antron Brown will testify before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee as it considers passage of the Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports (RPM) Act on Sept. 7, 2022, in Washington, D.C., SEMA announced. According to SEMA, the ability to compete in modified street-legal vehicles is at risk. The Environmental Protection… Continue reading NHRA Top Fuel Driver Antron Brown to Testify in Senate Hearing on RPM Act