SEMA-supported legislation has been introduced in both the U.S. House and Senate to reduce the cost of burdensome regulations on business owners and job creators. The “Regulatory Accountability Act of 2011” would require federal agencies to conduct a cost-benefit analysis when issuing new rules. Although a few laws already permit such analysis, the legislation would overturn the prohibition contained in other laws, such as the Clean Air Act, Motor Vehicle Safety Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Endangered Species Act. 

The data and evidence gathered in the analysis would be subject to judicial review. The data would also be based on the best available science as defined by the Information Quality Act. Before issuing a major regulation, federal agencies would be required to issue advance public notice explaining the issue and soliciting public comment on a potential new rule and alternative options. Agencies would generally be required to adopt the “least costly” approach to achieve policy goals established by Congress. The legislation would challenge the use of guidance documents issued by agencies as a way to avoid writing rules subject to public comment. 

For more information, please contact Dan Sadowski at dans@sema.org.

SEMA Show attendees who register for the 2011 SEMA Show by Monday, October 17, will receive the discounted rate of $25 and receive their badges in the mail.

SEMA Show Buyers: Want to get into the 2011 SEMA Show for $25 and have your badges mailed to you prior to the event? Then you need to register for the SEMA Show by Monday, October 17, to qualify to have your credentials mailed at the low advanced rate of $25. This will save you both money and time, allowing you to arrive at the Show with badges in hand. After that, the rates go up, and all badges are available only at the Show. Take advantage of the convenience and the discount by registering today!

Register online for the 2011 SEMA Show.

The option to have badges mailed when registered by October 17 is available for domestic buyers only. After October 17, approved registrations will be confirmed by e-mail, but badges will not be mailed. To obtain their badges, buyers must bring their confirmation to Express Registration on-site.

The 2011 SEMA Show is set for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Visit www.SEMAShow.com for registration and for the latest Show information, including celebrity appearances, educational seminars, exhibitor lists and floorplans and more.

SEMA Show attendees who register for the 2011 SEMA Show by Monday, October 17, will receive the discounted rate of $25 and receive their badges in the mail.

SEMA Show Buyers: Want to get into the 2011 SEMA Show for $25 and have your badges mailed to you prior to the event? Then you need to register for the SEMA Show by Monday, October 17, to qualify to have your credentials mailed at the low advanced rate of $25. This will save you both money and time, allowing you to arrive at the Show with badges in hand. After that, the rates go up, and all badges are available only at the Show. Take advantage of the convenience and the discount by registering today!

Register online for the 2011 SEMA Show.

The option to have badges mailed when registered by October 17 is available for domestic buyers only. After October 17, approved registrations will be confirmed by e-mail, but badges will not be mailed. To obtain their badges, buyers must bring their confirmation to Express Registration on-site.

The 2011 SEMA Show is set for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Visit www.SEMAShow.com for registration and for the latest Show information, including celebrity appearances, educational seminars, exhibitor lists and floorplans and more.

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) postponed the start date for a rule requiring employers to display a poster informing workers of their right to unionize and bargain collectively. The rule is now scheduled to take effect January 31, 2012. The rule is widely opposed by business groups, including SEMA, over concerns that it unfairly promotes unionization. According to the NLRB, the agency postponed the start date by two months in order to provide more time to make private-sector employers aware of their obligation to post the notice. The 11x17-in. notice poster can be downloaded for free from the NLRB website. 

For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) postponed the start date for a rule requiring employers to display a poster informing workers of their right to unionize and bargain collectively. The rule is now scheduled to take effect January 31, 2012. The rule is widely opposed by business groups, including SEMA, over concerns that it unfairly promotes unionization. According to the NLRB, the agency postponed the start date by two months in order to provide more time to make private-sector employers aware of their obligation to post the notice. The 11x17-in. notice poster can be downloaded for free from the NLRB website. 

For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

	UPS will present an educational session at this year's SEMA Show featuring top industry leaders who will offer insights on the logistics behind expanding business to emerging markets.

Emerging global economies have created new middle classes of consumers eager to purchase and modify cars, trucks and SUVs. Specialty-equipment manufacturers can benefit from this opportunity by expanding their businesses globally in order to meet these growing demands. SEMA and UPS are teaming up at this year’s Show to present an educational session featuring top industry leaders who will offer insights on the logistics behind expanding business to these emerging markets.

The UPS-sponsored session entitled, “Beyond Borders: The Logistics Behind Global Growth,” will be held at the 2011 SEMA Show, Monday, October 31, at 11:00 a.m. in the Las Vegas Convention Center, Room N253. The panel, composed of industry experts who have been at the forefront of global growth, will discuss regions that are seeing growth, best practices for international selling and tools to help streamline overseas shipping.

Panelists for the session include:

• Tracey Lewis, west region international sales director, UPS
• Linda Spencer, international affairs director, SEMA
• Kevin Floody, international business manager, K&N Engineering

“Hosting an educational session with top industry experts allows UPS to support automotive specialty-equipment companies seeking to expand their businesses overseas,” said Kristin DeBates, corporate marketing manager for the UPS Automotive Segment. “With 819 sites in more than 120 countries, UPS understands the logistics behind entering emerging markets and is eager to share this knowledge with SEMA members.”

Attendees interested in learning more about the logistics behind global growth can attend this session or stop by the UPS booth #11827 for more information.

Other Sessions of Interest:

All sessions will be held Monday, October 31, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. (Room #N253) 
Risky Business: Solutions to Mitigate Supply Chain Risk 
Presenter: JoDawn Whitlock, Director of Sales, UPS Capital  

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (Room #N253) 
Beyond Borders: The Logistics Behind Global Growth 
Panelists: Joey Rosenberg, UPS; Tracey Lewis, UPS; Kevin Floody, K&N Engineering; Linda Spencer, SEMA

1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. (Room #N255)
Selling into the Brazilian Market: Insider Tips 
Panelists: Linda Spencer, SEMA; Eduardo Bernasconi, Fullpower Magazine; Cassiano Colla, Motorcrazy Company;  Flavio Ancona, Ancona High Performance

3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (Room #N255)
Opportunities for Manufacturers in the United Arab Emirates
Presenter: Linda Spencer, SEMA

	UPS will present an educational session at this year's SEMA Show featuring top industry leaders who will offer insights on the logistics behind expanding business to emerging markets.

Emerging global economies have created new middle classes of consumers eager to purchase and modify cars, trucks and SUVs. Specialty-equipment manufacturers can benefit from this opportunity by expanding their businesses globally in order to meet these growing demands. SEMA and UPS are teaming up at this year’s Show to present an educational session featuring top industry leaders who will offer insights on the logistics behind expanding business to these emerging markets.

The UPS-sponsored session entitled, “Beyond Borders: The Logistics Behind Global Growth,” will be held at the 2011 SEMA Show, Monday, October 31, at 11:00 a.m. in the Las Vegas Convention Center, Room N253. The panel, composed of industry experts who have been at the forefront of global growth, will discuss regions that are seeing growth, best practices for international selling and tools to help streamline overseas shipping.

Panelists for the session include:

• Tracey Lewis, west region international sales director, UPS
• Linda Spencer, international affairs director, SEMA
• Kevin Floody, international business manager, K&N Engineering

“Hosting an educational session with top industry experts allows UPS to support automotive specialty-equipment companies seeking to expand their businesses overseas,” said Kristin DeBates, corporate marketing manager for the UPS Automotive Segment. “With 819 sites in more than 120 countries, UPS understands the logistics behind entering emerging markets and is eager to share this knowledge with SEMA members.”

Attendees interested in learning more about the logistics behind global growth can attend this session or stop by the UPS booth #11827 for more information.

Other Sessions of Interest:

All sessions will be held Monday, October 31, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. (Room #N253) 
Risky Business: Solutions to Mitigate Supply Chain Risk 
Presenter: JoDawn Whitlock, Director of Sales, UPS Capital  

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (Room #N253) 
Beyond Borders: The Logistics Behind Global Growth 
Panelists: Joey Rosenberg, UPS; Tracey Lewis, UPS; Kevin Floody, K&N Engineering; Linda Spencer, SEMA

1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. (Room #N255)
Selling into the Brazilian Market: Insider Tips 
Panelists: Linda Spencer, SEMA; Eduardo Bernasconi, Fullpower Magazine; Cassiano Colla, Motorcrazy Company;  Flavio Ancona, Ancona High Performance

3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (Room #N255)
Opportunities for Manufacturers in the United Arab Emirates
Presenter: Linda Spencer, SEMA

Here are some recent shots of the Subaru BRZ, which will be shown in its "concept" form at the L.A Auto Show next month, courtesy of the stealthy shutterbugs at Brenda Priddy & Co.

Seen here with what Priddy says is a lighter amount of camo than in previous sightings, the final version of the automaker's all-new rear-wheel drive coupe will debut at the Tokyo Motor Show in early December.

Along with Subaru's version, both Toyota and Scion offer their versions of the coupe—although all will be built at Subaru's facility in Gunma, Japan. All the cars will be powered by Subaru's 2L boxer engine and will be available with either six-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmissions.

Photo Copyright Brenda Priddy & Co.

Here are some recent shots of the Subaru BRZ, which will be shown in its "concept" form at the L.A Auto Show next month, courtesy of the stealthy shutterbugs at Brenda Priddy & Co.

Seen here with what Priddy says is a lighter amount of camo than in previous sightings, the final version of the automaker's all-new rear-wheel drive coupe will debut at the Tokyo Motor Show in early December.

Along with Subaru's version, both Toyota and Scion offer their versions of the coupe—although all will be built at Subaru's facility in Gunma, Japan. All the cars will be powered by Subaru's 2L boxer engine and will be available with either six-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmissions.

Photo Copyright Brenda Priddy & Co.

Exhibiting companies with special pricing, promotions, two-for-one offers, Show demonstrations and other incentives or specials are encouraged submit details to editors@sema.org for inclusion in SEMA eNews.

SEMA Show exhibitors are invited to generate more opportunities and awareness for their company and products by announcing SEMA Show incentives in SEMA eNews.

Exhibiting companies with special pricing, promotions, two-for-one offers, Show demonstrations and other incentives or specials are encouraged to let SEMA know. The information will be included each week in SEMA eNews from now until the opening of the 2011 SEMA Show. To be included, send information to editors@sema.org.

For more information on the 2011 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.