Tag: Trade Groups

2020 CAN Connect Conference Cancelled

The Custom Automotive Network Board of Directors have cancelled the upcoming 2020 CAN Connect Conference, which was scheduled to be held from September 13-16 in Frisco, Texas. “With the continued COVID-19 advice regarding social distancing, unpredictable future outbreaks, ongoing company travel restrictions and the financial impact on our members’ businesses, we feel this is the… Continue reading 2020 CAN Connect Conference Cancelled

SEMA Survey Shows Consumers Still Working on Cars

The COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t kept people out of the garage as consumers and auto enthusiasts are still spending plenty of time working on their cars, according to a recently conducted SEMA survey. While the survey found that people are driving less, about 35% of respondents said that they are using their extra time at home… Continue reading SEMA Survey Shows Consumers Still Working on Cars

Hagerty Launches Grant Program to Help Automotive Businesses

Hagerty has announced the launch of its “Restore the Roar” grant initiative to help jumpstart U.S.-based enthusiast vehicle restoration shops, specialty parts manufacturers and other related businesses negatively impacted by the COVID-19 economic decline. Applications are available online starting today and due by May 4. “Many of the events we partner with have been canceled… Continue reading Hagerty Launches Grant Program to Help Automotive Businesses

PRI Extends Exhibitor Application Period

Organizers of the 2020 Performance Racing Industry Trade Show have extended the priority exhibitor application deadline to Friday, June 12, the group announced. The extension aims to give exhibitors additional time to plan for the event. The deadline to receive a full refund has already been extended to Sept. 1. “PRI remains fully committed to… Continue reading PRI Extends Exhibitor Application Period

AAM Group Creates Made-to-Color Line Art

These unprecedented times have most people homebound for the next few weeks. Since most are sheltering in place, The AAM Group is publishing six made-to-color line art images to help pass the time. These artistic renditions of popular automotive aftermarket accessories are designed to create a positive entertainment experience to share with the whole family… Continue reading AAM Group Creates Made-to-Color Line Art

TechForce Announces ‘2020 FutureTechs Rock Awards’ Grand Prize Winner

Griffin Howland, a senior in high school attending Pickens County Career and Technology College, in Liberty, South Carolina, has been named the Grand Prize Winner of the 2020 FutureTechs Rock Awards. As a nonprofit dedicated to helping student techs achieve their professional dreams, TechForce created the award to honor our student community and recognize those… Continue reading TechForce Announces ‘2020 FutureTechs Rock Awards’ Grand Prize Winner

1929 Ford Roadster Donated to College Restoration Program

Brookville Roadster, a manufacturer of reproduction 1928-32 Ford replacement parts, and Freedom Road Rally, organizers of week-long classic-car road trips, have recently collaborated to donate a new 1929 Ford Model A roadster pickup body to the Pennsylvania College of Technology (PCT). In an effort to support the college’s restoration program and help the school to… Continue reading 1929 Ford Roadster Donated to College Restoration Program

API Develops New Motor Oil Performance Standards

Working with the auto industry, oil marketers, additive companies and others, the American Petroleum Institute (API) has developed new performance standards for motor oils. Modern cars, SUVs and pickup trucks offer sophisticated high-performance gasoline-powered engines which are more efficient, with many requiring low viscosity motor oil to meet the needs of vehicle manufacturers. This includes… Continue reading API Develops New Motor Oil Performance Standards

PRI Show Extends Booth Space Refund Date

The deadline for a full refund for booth space at the PRI Show has been moved to September 1, organizers have announced. The priority exhibitor application and deposit deadline of May 8 remains in effect for initial floor plotting. “As the situation surrounding the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic continues to evolve, PRI remains committed to hosting… Continue reading PRI Show Extends Booth Space Refund Date

SCCA Announces #SupportMotorsport Campaign

The Sports Car Club of America (SCCA), in partnership with Global Time Attack and Gridlife, has launched the #SupportMotorsport campaign, which aims to support the hobby, venues and organizations that make up the racing industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal of the initiative, the SCCA says, is to ensure that motorsport venues are protected… Continue reading SCCA Announces #SupportMotorsport Campaign

SEMA, Automotive Industry Groups Call for National Approach for Defining ‘Essential’ Businesses

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), in partnership with eight other automotive trade associations, urged the National Governors Association and governors of all 50 states to standardize the definition of essential businesses and workers. The groups recommend adoption of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) March 28 directive, “Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure… Continue reading SEMA, Automotive Industry Groups Call for National Approach for Defining ‘Essential’ Businesses

AAM Group Creates COVID-19 Social Media Posts for Resellers

Understanding that automotive aftermarket businesses will need to speak differently to their customers during the COVID-19 event, The AAM Group has added a special series of social media posts to its ReadyPosts service that speaks directly to consumers about the pandemic in the context of our industry. ReadyPosts is a free library of social media… Continue reading AAM Group Creates COVID-19 Social Media Posts for Resellers

SEMA Creates COVID-19 Resource Page

SEMA has created a new webpage, www.sema.org/coronavirus, to help aftermarket businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. The site includes details and information about how each state defines ‘essential’ businesses, Small Business Administration emergency loans, paid sick and family leave, unemployment benefits and more. The page also provides updates on SEMA-sanctioned events, including cancellations and postponements. “These… Continue reading SEMA Creates COVID-19 Resource Page

SEMA Now Accepting Applications for Launch Pad Program

The SEMA Young Executives Network (YEN) is now accepting applications for the 2020 SEMA Launch Pad Program, a competition for young entrepreneurs who would like to launch their product into the $44.6 billion aftermarket industry. Now in its seventh year, the program provides emerging business leaders the opportunity to pitch their business idea to a… Continue reading SEMA Now Accepting Applications for Launch Pad Program