Tag: Trade Groups

SEMA-Backed Recreation Bill Introduced in Senate

The bipartisan, SEMA-backed America’s Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023 (AORA), S. 873, was reintroduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and John Barrasso (R-WY), the organization announced. The bill would require federal land management agencies to increase opportunities for motorized and non-motorized access to public lands, SEMA said, and includes provisions to… Continue reading SEMA-Backed Recreation Bill Introduced in Senate

SEMA Councils Now Accepting Select Committee Applications

SEMA councils and networks are now accepting applications for select committee volunteers, the organization announced. Select committee volunteers work alongside industry professionals from different market segments to provide programs, events, education opportunities and other resources for the council or network membership, SEMA officials said. Applicants must be employed by a current SEMA member company, be… Continue reading SEMA Councils Now Accepting Select Committee Applications

Congressional Automotive Performance & Motorsports Caucus Names New Co-Chair

SEMA has recognized Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) for being named the co-chair of the Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus, the organization announced. Mullin is a longtime advocate for the specialty automotive aftermarket, SEMA officials said, as well as a former competitive rock crawler and automotive enthusiast with a vehicle collection that includes a 1967… Continue reading Congressional Automotive Performance & Motorsports Caucus Names New Co-Chair

AACF Promotes Walker to Operations Manager

The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) has promoted Misty Walker to the role of operations manager, the organization announced. Walker had served as AACF executive assistant to Joel Ayres since 2015. “Misty’s role and responsibilities with the foundation have continued to increase since joining our team in 2015,” said Joel Ayres, executive director of AACF.… Continue reading AACF Promotes Walker to Operations Manager

SEMA Seeking Volunteers to Judge Scholarship Applications

SEMA is seeking volunteers to serve as judges for its scholarship program, the organization announced. Volunteers will review scholarship program applications and assist with selecting winners, SEMA officials said. Judging will begin April 3 and conclude on May 15. Click here for more information or to register as a volunteer.

Piston Foundation Partners with Bring a Trailer

The Piston Foundation, whose mission is to bring more young people into the trades of the collector car industry, is partnering with Bring a Trailer (BaT) to auction off a 1973 Datsun 240Z, the organizations announced. Proceeds from the sale will support the foundation’s scholarship program, the nonprofit said. Bidding on the Datsun, which commemorates… Continue reading Piston Foundation Partners with Bring a Trailer

IIHS Strengthens Requirements for Top Safety Pick Awards

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is strengthening its requirements for its Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick-Plus awards in 2023, the organization announced. The new standards will require better side crash protection and improved pedestrian crash prevention systems and eliminating subpar headlights from the field of qualifying vehicles. As a result of the… Continue reading IIHS Strengthens Requirements for Top Safety Pick Awards

SEMA Hires New PAC Manager

SEMA has hired a new PAC manager to lead the SEMA PAC’s fundraising efforts for the 2024 election cycle, the organization announced. Alicia Steger will manage the group’s fundraising efforts in the lead up to the election, and will be based at SEMA’s Government and Public Affairs office in Washington, D.C., the organization said. SEMA… Continue reading SEMA Hires New PAC Manager

AACF Appoints Lutz, Reinhardt to Board

The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) has added two new members, Jacki Lutz and Kathryn Reinhardt, to its Board of Trustees, the organization announced. Lutz is global head of communications, training and eCommerce, auto at Sensata Technologies, and brings 14 years of marketing experience and nine years in the automotive aftermarket, the organization said. “I… Continue reading AACF Appoints Lutz, Reinhardt to Board

Bipartisan ‘Right to Repair’ Legislation Reintroduced in Congress

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), MEMA Aftermarket, Auto Care Association and CAR (Consumer Access to Repair) Coalition have all expressed support for United States Reps. Neal Dunn, R-FL, Brendan Boyle, D-PA, Warren Davidson, R-OH, and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-WA, for reintroducing the ‘Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act’ (H.R. 906),… Continue reading Bipartisan ‘Right to Repair’ Legislation Reintroduced in Congress

NFIB Launches Small Business Podcast

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched a new national podcast, titled Small Business Rundown, the organization announced. The podcast will grow to feature NFIB experts, small business owners, and others discussing and analyzing how legislative efforts in Washington D.C. and state capitals across the country impact small businesses, the organization said. The… Continue reading NFIB Launches Small Business Podcast

SEMA Sponsors ZEV Conversion Rebate Bill in California

California State Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D-Burbank) recently introduced Senate Bill 301, a bill sponsored by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), to create a financial rebate program for converting gas and diesel-powered motor vehicles into zero-emissions-vehicles (ZEVs), the organization announced. The legislation will allow California to support small businesses and maintain its rich car… Continue reading SEMA Sponsors ZEV Conversion Rebate Bill in California

CTDA Hosts New Year Luncheon

The California Tire Dealers Association’s (CTDA)/1-800 EveryRim hosted its New Year Luncheon last month in Santa Fe Springs, California, the organization said. Featured speakers were Dick Gust, CEO of the Tire Industry Association (TIA), and Carlstar Group’s Steve Swanson, representing the SEMA Wheel & Tire Council (SEMA WTC), who both outlined the various offerings of… Continue reading CTDA Hosts New Year Luncheon

SEMA PRO Council Plans General Membership Meeting

The SEMA Professional Restyler Organization (PRO) Council is hosting a virtual general membership meeting later this month, the organization announced. Scheduled for Feb. 24, at 9:00 a.m. (PST), the meeting will offer updates on programs available to restylers, a chance to connect with the select committee and more. Click here for more information or to… Continue reading SEMA PRO Council Plans General Membership Meeting