The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is hosting a cybersecurity summit to help provide small businesses with resources and guidance on how to best protect themselves online, the organization announced. Scheduled for each Wednesday in October, the virtual SBA Cyber Summit will feature industry leaders, experts and entrepreneurs to share knowledge and tools to protect… Continue reading SBA Hosting Cybersecurity Summit for Small Businesses
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AACF Prepares to Aid Hurricane Idalia Victims
The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) is making preparations to aid automotive aftermarket families that may be impacted by Hurricane Idalia, the organization announced. The hurricane made landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida, and in response to the crisis, the AACF has pledged to stand by its mission and assist aftermarket industry members… Continue reading AACF Prepares to Aid Hurricane Idalia Victims
Jon Owens Named AACF Board President
The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) has appointed Jon Owens as the new president of its Board of Trustees, the organization announced. Owens is a national sales manager at Epicor Software Corporation and brings over two decades of experience with AACF, the foundation said. “I’m very much looking forward to working with our fantastic Board and Executive Committee,… Continue reading Jon Owens Named AACF Board President
Piston Foundation Names 2023 Scholarship Recipients
The Piston Foundation has awarded 23 scholarships to students who are training for careers in automotive restoration, collection management and vintage motorsports, the organization announced. This year, the Foundation saw a significant increase in the quantity and diversity of scholarship applications compared to the initiative’s inaugural year in 2022, representative said. Twenty-three recipients were chosen… Continue reading Piston Foundation Names 2023 Scholarship Recipients
AACF Responds to Hawaiian Fires
The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) is providing support to families impacted by the recent Lahaina fires in Hawaii, the organization announced. The Lahaina fires in Hawaii have impacted not only properties but also the lives of several families in the automotive aftermarket industry, according to the AACF. In response, the organization is providing support… Continue reading AACF Responds to Hawaiian Fires
Marelli Wins Award for Lightweight Urethane for Interior Products
Altair and the Center for Automotive Research (CAR), both based in Michigan, named Marelli a 2023 Enlighten Award winner in the Future of Lightweighting category for its lightweight urethane for interior products, the company announced. The award ceremony was held on Aug. 1, as part of the CAR Management Briefing Seminars (MBS), an event focused… Continue reading Marelli Wins Award for Lightweight Urethane for Interior Products
SEMA PRO Cup Challenge Seeking Applicants
Applications to participate in the annual SEMA PRO Cup Challenge are now open, the SEMA Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) announced. The competition features packages for a popular new-model vehicle that would take less than 40 hours to execute and cost no more than $15,000. Packages are judged on their mass appeal, ease to replicate, and… Continue reading SEMA PRO Cup Challenge Seeking Applicants
ASE Adds Spanish-Language Study Guides
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has added Spanish versions for two of the ASE study guides to its website, the organization said. The addition aims to help Spanish-speaking automotive service professionals prepare to take ASE Certification tests. “We are continually enhancing the ASE website with new information and one of the areas… Continue reading ASE Adds Spanish-Language Study Guides
CAN Connect Transitions to Virtual Event
The CAN Connect Conference, scheduled for Sept. 6-8, is transitioning to a virtual event, the CAN Connect Board of Directors announced. The change is in response to member feedback, the Board of Directors said, and was made to help members save time, money and manpower. Meetings will be held through the Virtual CAN Connect platform,… Continue reading CAN Connect Transitions to Virtual Event
Registration Opens for 2023 Battle of the Builders
Registration for the 2023 SEMA Battle of the Builders is now open, SEMA Show officials announced. “The SEMA Show is synonymous with the most unique vehicles in the world, and for 10 years the Battle of the Builders program has given the builders of these vehicles an opportunity to showcase their imagination, creativity, and craftsmanship… Continue reading Registration Opens for 2023 Battle of the Builders
Judge Allows Motorized Recreation at Oceano Dunes
The California Superior Court of San Luis Obispo County has ruled that the California Coastal Commission does not have the authority to prohibit motorized recreational and overnight camping access at Oceano Dunes State Vehicle Recreation Area (SVRA), the SEMA Action Network announced. Judge Tana Coates ruled in favor of the Specialty Equipment Market Association, EcoLogic… Continue reading Judge Allows Motorized Recreation at Oceano Dunes
Nominations Open for SEMA Council Awards
Nominations are now open for SEMA’s council and network awards, the organization announced. Open for nominations until Aug. 4, the council and network awards aim to recognize the contributions of member companies and individuals who have significantly impacted their respective industry segments, according to SEMA. Click here for more information or to submit a nomination.
‘Women in Automotive Symposium’ Planned for SEMA Show
The 2023 SEMA Show will include the Women in Automotive Symposium as part of the event’s educational component, event organizers announced. The slate of seminars is designed to provide a resource for women to network, mentor and participate in professional development programs during the show, SEMA said. Scheduled for Nov. 1, the series of panels,… Continue reading ‘Women in Automotive Symposium’ Planned for SEMA Show
AAPEX Updates Mobile App for 2023 Show
The free AAPEX 2023 Mobile App is now available, event organizers announced. The app features tools to help attendees plan and maximize their show experience, organizers said, including interactive floor plans, a searchable exhibitor list and a My Show Planner for customized schedules. Attendees who still have last year’s AAPEX app will receive an automatic… Continue reading AAPEX Updates Mobile App for 2023 Show
SEMA Forms DEI Steering Committee
The SEMA Board is forming a new Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Steering Committee to prepare a DEI plan for the Association, the organization announced. SEMA Vice President of People and Culture Jaelyn Young will chair the committee, which will be comprised of representation from SEMA’s membership, the Board of Directors and SEMA staff and include… Continue reading SEMA Forms DEI Steering Committee