Tag: Trade Groups

SEMA Accepting Nominations for Industry Awards

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is now accepting nominations for its annual Industry Awards, the group announced. The SEMA Industry Awards celebrate accomplishments from the previous fiscal year (July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020). Each year the winners embody a commitment to excellence and for 2020 this award truly acknowledges a year of… Continue reading SEMA Accepting Nominations for Industry Awards

SEMA Issues Update on Annual Trade Show

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is currently developing health and safety precautions to host the annual SEMA Show this November, according to an update issued by the organization. “We are steadfast in our belief that our members and our industry will recover more quickly from the current climate by safely coming together to share… Continue reading SEMA Issues Update on Annual Trade Show

SEMA Study Demonstrates ADAS Compliance of Aftermarket-Modified Vehicles

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), along with several automotive aftermarket companies, ADAS technology service providers and test facilities, have successfully completed ADAS testing of an aftermarket-modified 2020 model year pickup truck proving that it meets all functional and regulatory safety compliance standards, OEM warranty requirements and insurance eligibility specifications. Today, more than 60 million… Continue reading SEMA Study Demonstrates ADAS Compliance of Aftermarket-Modified Vehicles

ASAP Network Hosting Virtual Trade Show

ASAP Network will be hosting its first virtual trade show June 16-18 on its website, www.asapnetwork.org, the group announced. ASAP has created a virtual trade-show floor of member brands, allowing participants to sort through and virtually walk into booths. From there, many of the ASAP brands will have the ability to live chat or ZOOM… Continue reading ASAP Network Hosting Virtual Trade Show

SEMA Installation Gala Moved to Las Vegas

The SEMA Installation Gala, an annual meeting that recognizes incoming and outgoing board members as well as the induction of new Hall of Fame honorees, has been moved to Las Vegas, the organization has announced. SEMA cited California’s social distancing regulations as the reason for the move. The event will be held the evening of… Continue reading SEMA Installation Gala Moved to Las Vegas

USMA Launches Social Media Campaign to Showcase Return to Racing

The U.S. Motorsports Association’s Motorsports Media Leadership Team has launched #TogetherWeRace #TogetherWeWin, an initiative that encourages the racing industry to return to racing, responsibly, the organization announced. The initiative is a part of the COVID-19 Motorsports Task Force, set up and supported by USMA and led by groups of industry stakeholders from across the motorsports… Continue reading USMA Launches Social Media Campaign to Showcase Return to Racing

SEMA Show Attendee Registration Now Open

Registration for the 2020 SEMA Show, Tuesday-Friday, November 3–6, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, is now open, SEMA has announced. “The annual gathering featuring automotive innovation is set to take place in the fall at a time when analysts anticipate the marketplace will begin its path to recovery, positioning the SEMA… Continue reading SEMA Show Attendee Registration Now Open

SEMA Announces Board Election Results

Ted Wentz III, CEO of Quadratec, has been elected to the 2020–2021 SEMA Board of Directors in the Distributor/Retailer category. He will replace outgoing Board member Greg Adler of Greg Adler Motorsports, effective in July. SEMA Board members are industry representatives who volunteer their time to lead and guide the association. They are elected by… Continue reading SEMA Announces Board Election Results

Auto Care Caucus Reaches 50th Member of Congress

Representative Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., has joined as the 50th member of the bi-partisan Congressional Auto Care Caucus, the Auto Care Association has announced. The caucus was started in 2017 by co-chairs Reps. Scott Perry, R-Pa., and Brendan Boyle, D-Pa., who wanted to share their enthusiasm and understanding of the auto care industry and garner more… Continue reading Auto Care Caucus Reaches 50th Member of Congress

PRI Names New President

Dr. Jamie Meyer has taken the role of President of the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show and media company, effective this week, the organization announced. Meyer will lead the PRI team in increasing engagement and support for the industry through enhanced programs and services for the motorsports community. “In addition to providing the industry… Continue reading PRI Names New President

SEMA Reveals Hall of Fame Inductees

Rich Barsamian, Jack Chisenhall, John Gaines and Joe St.Lawrence will receive the specialty-equipment industry’s highest honor as they are set to become the newest members of the SEMA Hall of Fame. The four are the latest representatives of an esteemed group of industry icons who have influenced and inspired the $44.6 billion automotive specialty-equipment industry.… Continue reading SEMA Reveals Hall of Fame Inductees

Ohio Motorsports Community, USMA Create Ohio Motorsports Coalition

The U.S. Motorsports Association, with the help of the state’s racing industry, has formed the Ohio Motorsports Coalition to focus on the safe resumption of motorsports across the state. The coalition brings together the state’s racetracks, sanctioning organizations and related businesses impacted by the COVID-19 shutdown. The group held its first official meeting on Thursday.… Continue reading Ohio Motorsports Community, USMA Create Ohio Motorsports Coalition

AAPEX Releases Statement Regarding 2020 Trade Show

Organizers of The AAPEX Show have released a statement indicating that they are currently planning to proceed with the 2020 trade show as scheduled. The show is set to be held Nov. 3-5 in Las Vegas. “At this time, we plan to proceed with AAPEX 2020 as scheduled, Nov. 3-5,” the statement said. “We continue… Continue reading AAPEX Releases Statement Regarding 2020 Trade Show

SEMA Hosting COVID-19 Recovery Webinars

SEMA has announced the final three installments of its six-part webinar series featuring tips and resources for navigating the COVID-19 pandemic. The final three webinars will focus on planning for the future in a strategic manner and how to emerge from the pandemic in a stronger position than before. Hosted by Mike Brown, founder and… Continue reading SEMA Hosting COVID-19 Recovery Webinars