Tag: Trade Groups

NHTSA Issues Replica Car Sales Regulations

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has completed a regulation permitting low volume motor vehicle manufacturers to begin selling replica cars that resemble vehicles produced at least 25 years ago, SEMA announced. Congress enacted a SEMA-led bill into law in 2015, which streamlined requirements for small automakers, but implementation was delayed while awaiting the… Continue reading NHTSA Issues Replica Car Sales Regulations

Outdoor ‘Motor Bella’ Event to Replace 2021 NAIAS

The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) has announced it will not hold its 2021 auto show as planned. Instead, show officials revealed a “bridge to the future” with an auto-centric event called Motor Bella. The new event will feature next-generation mobility and vehicle debuts to media, show-goers and automotive enthusiasts while also addressing continued… Continue reading Outdoor ‘Motor Bella’ Event to Replace 2021 NAIAS

SEMA Issues Call for Speakers

As part of SEMA’s initiative to provide live and virtual education to the automotive specialty equipment industry, SEMA is issuing a call for speakers for the SEMA Show, the PRI Trade Show and the association’s year-round virtual education program, the organization announced. Applications are open to innovative thinkers, industry experts and dynamic presenters who can… Continue reading SEMA Issues Call for Speakers

Registration Open for Virtual Automotive eCommerce Conference

ChannelAdvisor Corporation, a provider of cloud-based eCommerce solutions, announced registration is now open for AutoCommerce 2021, an interactive, virtual learning and networking event for automotive brands, distributors, demand partners and retailers on Jan. 19. ChannelAdvisor’s annual AutoCommerce event aims to provide automotive brands with guidance to help strengthen online performance throughout the year. In 2021,… Continue reading Registration Open for Virtual Automotive eCommerce Conference

SEMA Announces Upcoming Virtual Education Programs

SEMA has revealed the first six events on its year-round virtual education program schedule, the organization announced. The SEMA Virtual Education Program will help members enhance their professional development, SEMA said, and include comprehensive presentations, insightful discussions and short videos that teach, inform, inspire and entertain. The scheduled programs include: “YEN Live Chat with Jamie… Continue reading SEMA Announces Upcoming Virtual Education Programs

United States Motorsports Association Partners with Summit Motorsports Park

The United States Motorsports Association has been named the Official Motorsports Advocacy Group of Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio, the organization announced. Formed in 2015, the United States Motorsports Association represents the racing industry in local, state and federal matters, and creates connections between members of the racing industry and government officials. It also… Continue reading United States Motorsports Association Partners with Summit Motorsports Park

SEMA Accepting Scholarship, Loan Forgiveness Applications

SEMA is now accepting applications for the 2021 SEMA Memorial Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness Program, the organization announced. Scholarships are available to students pursuing a degree or certification that leads to a career in the automotive industry and loan forgiveness is available to employees of SEMA-member companies. “It’s no secret that this past year has… Continue reading SEMA Accepting Scholarship, Loan Forgiveness Applications

Applying for a Second PPP Loan

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) will be providing step-by-step guidance for businesses applying for a second Paycheck Protection Program loan. Scheduled for Wednesday at 12 p.m. ET, the webinar will cover who’s eligible to apply, where to apply, the new application form, how to calculate your loan amount and more. Click here to… Continue reading Applying for a Second PPP Loan

KICKER Celebrates MEA Award Winners

KICKER recently congratulated its winners from the 2020 Mobile Electronics Association Industry Awards, announced in December during the virtual KnowledgeFest tradeshow. KICKER long-time authorized dealer Car-Tunes, Inc. (Greenville, Mississippi), earned top honor for retailers as 2020 Retailer-of-the-Year, while Justin Kush from Mobile Toys (College Station, Texas) was named the Installer-of-the-Year. Additionally, other KICKER retailers and… Continue reading KICKER Celebrates MEA Award Winners

Pontiac Parts Specialist Steve Ames Passes Away

Steve Ames, 78, of Marlborough, New Hampshire, passed away on Dec. 20. After graduating from Columbia University with an engineering degree, he went into the National Guard. His next job was with a large paper company in Maine. Corporate life didn’t agree with him, so he ran a machine shop and drag raced from 1961… Continue reading Pontiac Parts Specialist Steve Ames Passes Away