SEMA has released its January 2023 Future Trends report, the organization announced. According to the report, the automotive aftermarket continues to be impacted by shifts in the industry and overall economy. The report found the following, summarized by SEMA officials: Specialty-Equipment Industry Outlook Sales for specialty-equipment parts are projected to have slowed in 2022, growing… Continue reading SEMA Issues 2023 Future Trends Report
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PRI Now Accepting Applications for 2023 Seminars
PRI is now accepting applications for 2023 PRI Show seminars, the organization announced. The organization is accepting proposals for educational programs that reflect current trends, ideas, best practices and processes, new techniques and discoveries within the racing and performance industry. Potential topics include sponsorships, hiring and employee management, branding, content creation, youth engagement, small business… Continue reading PRI Now Accepting Applications for 2023 Seminars
ALI Now Offering Digital Version of Vehicle Lifting Point Guide
For the first time, the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) is now offering a digital Lifting Points Guide, Vehicle Lifting Points for Frame Engaging Lifts, that covers cars, SUVs, vans, light-duty trucks and EVs from model years 2000 through 2023, the organization announced. “Any time you’re raising a vehicle for service – whether at home or… Continue reading ALI Now Offering Digital Version of Vehicle Lifting Point Guide
SEMA Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications
SEMA is now accepting applications for its 2023 scholarship program, the organization announced. The application period for students preparing for careers in the automotive or performance parts industries is now open and will run through March 1, the organization said. The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund offers financial assistance of up to $5,000. A loan forgiveness… Continue reading SEMA Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications
NFIB Launches Campaign for Permanent Small Business Tax Deduction
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched a new national advertising campaign featuring small business owners advocating for making the Small Business Deduction permanent, the organization announced. “The Small Business Deduction, created to bring small businesses’ tax rates closer to that of their large, corporate competitors, has been a crucial component of the… Continue reading NFIB Launches Campaign for Permanent Small Business Tax Deduction
SEMA Now Accepting Nominations for MPMC Robert E. Peterson Media Award
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is now accepting nominations for the MPMC Robert E. Peterson Media Award through Jan. 2, the organization announced. Presented by the SEMA Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC), the award honors a member of the print, online or broadcast media who has made a substantial contribution to the industry within… Continue reading SEMA Now Accepting Nominations for MPMC Robert E. Peterson Media Award
SEMA Issues Statement on Status of RPM Act
Despite backing from SEMA and PRI, the RPM Act is unlikely to pass during the 2021-2022 Congressional session, the trade organizations announced. According to a statement from SEMA regarding the status of the legislation, key negotiators in Congress could not reach an agreement on bill language that balanced the need for federal law to protect… Continue reading SEMA Issues Statement on Status of RPM Act
SEMA Seeking Speakers for 2023 Education Program
Topics of focus for the 2023 SEMA Show and SEMA’s year-round virtual education program include sales and marketing, vehicle technology, electric vehicles, small-business strategy and more…
Wes Wise Joins AACF Board
Wes Wise, vice president of professional sales for O’Reilly Auto Parts, has been elected to the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) Board of Trustees, the organization announced. Wise joined O’Reilly in 1991 as a Merchandising Specialist at store 4039-Springfield, Missour. He held many different management positions within the organization, and after completing his master’s degree,… Continue reading Wes Wise Joins AACF Board
SEMA Releases Pickup Accessorization Report
SEMA has released its new Pickup Accessorization Report, the organization’s market research arm announced. The report offers a look at the evolving pickup landscape along with sales forecasts and other data relating to the parts that accessorizers buy and how they buy them, the organization said. Some of the key findings include: Pickup owners spent… Continue reading SEMA Releases Pickup Accessorization Report
University of the Aftermarket Foundation Announces 2023 Officers
The University of the Aftermarket Foundation has announced its officers and trustees for 2023, the organization announced. The approved slate of officers is: Chairman – Robert Egan, MAAP, Egan & Associates Senior Vice Chairman – John R. Washbish, MAAP, president and CEO, Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Vice Chairman – Larry Pavey, AAP, CEO, Automotive Parts… Continue reading University of the Aftermarket Foundation Announces 2023 Officers
SEMA Webinar to Cover Social Media Strategy
An upcoming webinar from the SEMA ARMO Council will feature two social media experts discussing online presence and shop promotion using social media, the organization announced. Scheduled for Dec. 15 at 10 a.m. PST, the webinar will feature THE SHOP contributor Barry Alt, founder of Motorhead Digital and a digital marketing expert focused on the… Continue reading SEMA Webinar to Cover Social Media Strategy
SEMA SBN Women’s Leadership Forum Returns for 2023
The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network Leadership Forum will return for 2023, the organization announced. Scheduled for March 2023 in Costa Mesa, California, the theme for the second annual event is “Dare to Lead,” SBN officials said. During the event, participants will discover tools that will enhance their personal development and leadership skills, while keynote sessions will… Continue reading SEMA SBN Women’s Leadership Forum Returns for 2023
SEMA Accepting Nominations for Open Board of Directors Positions
SEMA is now accepting nominations for its Board of Directors, the organization announced. The following seats are open for this year’s election: Chairman-elect (one open seat) Distributor/Retailer (one open seat) When submitting a nomination, the organization requests that submissions include information about the nominee’s qualifications, such as background, experience and achievements. Nominations are due on… Continue reading SEMA Accepting Nominations for Open Board of Directors Positions
SEMA Names New VP of Membership, Education, Research & Councils
SEMA has hired Zane Clark as vice president of Membership, Education, Research and Councils & Networks (MERC), the organization announced. Clark, who currently serves as CEO of the Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE) North America, has 23 years of automotive aftermarket leadership experience, including more than 10 years with SEMA… Continue reading SEMA Names New VP of Membership, Education, Research & Councils