New Hampshire Bill to Include Older Trucks as Antiques Signed Into Law
Thu, 05/14/2015 - 15:43

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

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Governor Maggie Hassan signed into law SEMA-supported legislation to include trucks more than 25 years old (regardless of weight) in the definition of eligible “antique motor vehicles.”

SEMA-supported legislation to include trucks more than 25 years old (regardless of weight) in the definition of eligible “antique motor vehicles” was signed into law by Governor Maggie Hassan. The new law provides the option for older trucks to take advantage of the many accommodations available to antique motor vehicles. Under New Hampshire law, antique motor vehicles pay a minimal registration fee. In addition, antiques are only inspected every two years, can use year-of-manufacture license plates and are exempted from certain equipment requirements. Antique motor vehicles may be used in exhibitions, club activities, parades and other functions of public interest.

For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

Hawaii Bill to Eliminate Ethanol in Gasoline Approved; Sent to Governor
Thu, 05/14/2015 - 15:39

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

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The House and Senate approved legislation to repeal the requirement that gasoline offered for sale in Hawaii contain a percentage of ethanol.

Legislation to repeal the requirement that gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol was approved by the House and Senate. A conference committee comprised of members from the House and Senate created an effective date of December 31, 2015. The bill will now be sent to the governor for his signature and enactment into law.

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

Hawaii Bill to Eliminate Ethanol in Gasoline Approved; Sent to Governor
Thu, 05/14/2015 - 15:39

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

hawaii
The House and Senate approved legislation to repeal the requirement that gasoline offered for sale in Hawaii contain a percentage of ethanol.

Legislation to repeal the requirement that gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol was approved by the House and Senate. A conference committee comprised of members from the House and Senate created an effective date of December 31, 2015. The bill will now be sent to the governor for his signature and enactment into law.

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

Hawaii Bill to Eliminate Ethanol in Gasoline Approved; Sent to Governor
Thu, 05/14/2015 - 15:39

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

hawaii
The House and Senate approved legislation to repeal the requirement that gasoline offered for sale in Hawaii contain a percentage of ethanol.

Legislation to repeal the requirement that gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol was approved by the House and Senate. A conference committee comprised of members from the House and Senate created an effective date of December 31, 2015. The bill will now be sent to the governor for his signature and enactment into law.

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

Hawaii Bill to Eliminate Ethanol in Gasoline Approved; Sent to Governor
Thu, 05/14/2015 - 15:39

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

hawaii
The House and Senate approved legislation to repeal the requirement that gasoline offered for sale in Hawaii contain a percentage of ethanol.

Legislation to repeal the requirement that gasoline offered for sale in the state contain a percentage of ethanol was approved by the House and Senate. A conference committee comprised of members from the House and Senate created an effective date of December 31, 2015. The bill will now be sent to the governor for his signature and enactment into law.

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

SEMA Action Network Gears Up for 21st Hot Rod Power Tour
Thu, 05/14/2015 - 15:29
By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

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Shown here with her own ’57 Ford Thunderbird, Courtney Hansen will join us at each stop on the Hot Rod Power Tour from Memphis, Tennessee, to Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Billed as “the world's largest road trip,” the Hot Rod Power Tour will soon embark on its 21st annual excursion. Automotive media personality Courtney Hansen will once again be with the SEMA Action Network (SAN) signing limited-edition posters. Shown here with her own ’57 Ford Thunderbird, she will join us at each stop from Memphis, Tennessee, to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. So, stop by our prominent display at the flamed Hot Rod bus to grab one for yourself.

The Power Tour draws motor-vehicle enthusiasts from across the country. Covering more than 1,500 total miles, this seven-day, seven-city tour begins in Madison, Wisconsin, and will make its way to Baton Rouge through both highways and winding back roads. The event will attract more than 4,500 collector cars and grab the attention of more than 75,000 spectators. All kinds of hot rods, classics, custom trucks and street machines will be along for the ride. Any vehicle year, make or model is accepted.

The dates and stops are as follows:
  • Saturday, June 6 – Madison, Wisconsin (Alliant Energy Center)
  • Sunday, June 7 – Champaign, Illinois (Parkland College)
  • Monday, June 8 – Madison, Illinois (Gateway Motorsports Park)
  • Tuesday, June 9 – Memphis, Tennessee (Memphis International Raceway)
  • Wednesday, June 10 – Hoover/Birmingham, Alabama (Hoover Metropolitan Stadium)
  • Thursday, June 11 – Gulfport, Mississippi (Centennial Plaza)
  • Friday, June 12 – Baton Rouge, Louisiana (Lamar Dixon Expo Center)
Visit the Hot Rod Power Tour website for more information on tour stops and other details. We hope to see you on the road!
SEMA Action Network Gears Up for 21st Hot Rod Power Tour
Thu, 05/14/2015 - 15:29
By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

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Shown here with her own ’57 Ford Thunderbird, Courtney Hansen will join us at each stop on the Hot Rod Power Tour from Memphis, Tennessee, to Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Billed as “the world's largest road trip,” the Hot Rod Power Tour will soon embark on its 21st annual excursion. Automotive media personality Courtney Hansen will once again be with the SEMA Action Network (SAN) signing limited-edition posters. Shown here with her own ’57 Ford Thunderbird, she will join us at each stop from Memphis, Tennessee, to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. So, stop by our prominent display at the flamed Hot Rod bus to grab one for yourself.

The Power Tour draws motor-vehicle enthusiasts from across the country. Covering more than 1,500 total miles, this seven-day, seven-city tour begins in Madison, Wisconsin, and will make its way to Baton Rouge through both highways and winding back roads. The event will attract more than 4,500 collector cars and grab the attention of more than 75,000 spectators. All kinds of hot rods, classics, custom trucks and street machines will be along for the ride. Any vehicle year, make or model is accepted.

The dates and stops are as follows:
  • Saturday, June 6 – Madison, Wisconsin (Alliant Energy Center)
  • Sunday, June 7 – Champaign, Illinois (Parkland College)
  • Monday, June 8 – Madison, Illinois (Gateway Motorsports Park)
  • Tuesday, June 9 – Memphis, Tennessee (Memphis International Raceway)
  • Wednesday, June 10 – Hoover/Birmingham, Alabama (Hoover Metropolitan Stadium)
  • Thursday, June 11 – Gulfport, Mississippi (Centennial Plaza)
  • Friday, June 12 – Baton Rouge, Louisiana (Lamar Dixon Expo Center)
Visit the Hot Rod Power Tour website for more information on tour stops and other details. We hope to see you on the road!
SEMA Action Network Gears Up for 21st Hot Rod Power Tour
Thu, 05/14/2015 - 15:29
By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

hansen
Shown here with her own ’57 Ford Thunderbird, Courtney Hansen will join us at each stop on the Hot Rod Power Tour from Memphis, Tennessee, to Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Billed as “the world's largest road trip,” the Hot Rod Power Tour will soon embark on its 21st annual excursion. Automotive media personality Courtney Hansen will once again be with the SEMA Action Network (SAN) signing limited-edition posters. Shown here with her own ’57 Ford Thunderbird, she will join us at each stop from Memphis, Tennessee, to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. So, stop by our prominent display at the flamed Hot Rod bus to grab one for yourself.

The Power Tour draws motor-vehicle enthusiasts from across the country. Covering more than 1,500 total miles, this seven-day, seven-city tour begins in Madison, Wisconsin, and will make its way to Baton Rouge through both highways and winding back roads. The event will attract more than 4,500 collector cars and grab the attention of more than 75,000 spectators. All kinds of hot rods, classics, custom trucks and street machines will be along for the ride. Any vehicle year, make or model is accepted.

The dates and stops are as follows:
  • Saturday, June 6 – Madison, Wisconsin (Alliant Energy Center)
  • Sunday, June 7 – Champaign, Illinois (Parkland College)
  • Monday, June 8 – Madison, Illinois (Gateway Motorsports Park)
  • Tuesday, June 9 – Memphis, Tennessee (Memphis International Raceway)
  • Wednesday, June 10 – Hoover/Birmingham, Alabama (Hoover Metropolitan Stadium)
  • Thursday, June 11 – Gulfport, Mississippi (Centennial Plaza)
  • Friday, June 12 – Baton Rouge, Louisiana (Lamar Dixon Expo Center)
Visit the Hot Rod Power Tour website for more information on tour stops and other details. We hope to see you on the road!
Best Practices to Deter Internet Criminals
Thu, 05/14/2015 - 14:31

With the amount of information transferred and transactions conducted on the Internet daily, opportunities for modern criminals are greater than ever.

During a recent speech at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), President Obama reminded us: “If we’re going to be connected, then we need to be protected.” The sentiment summarizes a growing problem facing businesses that rely on modern technology to transact business: the data breach.

“Data breach” is a term used to describe a wide variety of lapses in security that result in unauthorized access to information stored in electronic form. High-profile mega data breaches receive the greatest media attention, but small and mid-size companies face the same risks.

Best Practices to Deter Internet Criminals
Thu, 05/14/2015 - 14:31

With the amount of information transferred and transactions conducted on the Internet daily, opportunities for modern criminals are greater than ever.

During a recent speech at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), President Obama reminded us: “If we’re going to be connected, then we need to be protected.” The sentiment summarizes a growing problem facing businesses that rely on modern technology to transact business: the data breach.

“Data breach” is a term used to describe a wide variety of lapses in security that result in unauthorized access to information stored in electronic form. High-profile mega data breaches receive the greatest media attention, but small and mid-size companies face the same risks.