The annual SEMA Installation & Gala serves as the event where the industry honors the association’s outgoing board members and welcomes the newly elected volunteers.

The annual SEMA Installation & Gala serves as the event where the industry honors the association’s outgoing board members and welcomes the newly elected volunteers.

By Kristopher Porter

General membership meeting attendees will hear the latest updates from the select committee and participate in an open discussion on the hot-rod industry.

The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) is once again hosting a general membership meeting at the Goodguys 22nd PPG Nationals, Thursday, July 11, from 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m., at the Ohio Expo Center, upstairs in Kasich Hall (Formerly Cardinal Hall), 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, OH 43211

General membership meetings are a great opportunity to learn more about the council and resources available to HRIA members. Attendees will hear the latest updates from the select committee and participate in an open discussion on the hot-rod industry. The meeting also provides a chance to enjoy refreshments and a snack while connecting with fellow hot-rod professionals.

For questions regarding HRIA or this event, contact Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690.

Reserve your tickets.

By Kristopher Porter

General membership meeting attendees will hear the latest updates from the select committee and participate in an open discussion on the hot-rod industry.

The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) is once again hosting a general membership meeting at the Goodguys 22nd PPG Nationals, Thursday, July 11, from 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m., at the Ohio Expo Center, upstairs in Kasich Hall (Formerly Cardinal Hall), 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, OH 43211

General membership meetings are a great opportunity to learn more about the council and resources available to HRIA members. Attendees will hear the latest updates from the select committee and participate in an open discussion on the hot-rod industry. The meeting also provides a chance to enjoy refreshments and a snack while connecting with fellow hot-rod professionals.

For questions regarding HRIA or this event, contact Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690.

Reserve your tickets.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (H.B. 2149/S.B. 805) that would have required the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all passenger cars and light trucks failed to pass before the Texas legislature adjourned for 2019.

Legislation (H.B. 2149/S.B. 805) that would have required the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all passenger cars and light trucks failed to pass before the Texas legislature adjourned for 2019. Under current law, such vehicles must display two license plates. Both bills were awaiting consideration in their respective Transportation Committees but failed to advance.

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website.

For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (H.B. 2149/S.B. 805) that would have required the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all passenger cars and light trucks failed to pass before the Texas legislature adjourned for 2019.

Legislation (H.B. 2149/S.B. 805) that would have required the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all passenger cars and light trucks failed to pass before the Texas legislature adjourned for 2019. Under current law, such vehicles must display two license plates. Both bills were awaiting consideration in their respective Transportation Committees but failed to advance.

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website.

For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (H.B. 2149/S.B. 805) that would have required the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all passenger cars and light trucks failed to pass before the Texas legislature adjourned for 2019.

Legislation (H.B. 2149/S.B. 805) that would have required the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all passenger cars and light trucks failed to pass before the Texas legislature adjourned for 2019. Under current law, such vehicles must display two license plates. Both bills were awaiting consideration in their respective Transportation Committees but failed to advance.

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website.

For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (H.B. 2149/S.B. 805) that would have required the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all passenger cars and light trucks failed to pass before the Texas legislature adjourned for 2019.

Legislation (H.B. 2149/S.B. 805) that would have required the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all passenger cars and light trucks failed to pass before the Texas legislature adjourned for 2019. Under current law, such vehicles must display two license plates. Both bills were awaiting consideration in their respective Transportation Committees but failed to advance.

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website.

For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.

By Kristopher Porter

The Young Executives Network (YEN) is hosting a meetup, Friday, June 7, for local professionals under the age of 40 who work in the various sectors of the automotive industry.

Held in conjunction with Formula DRIFT Round 4: The Gauntlet at Wall Speedway in Wall Township, New Jersey, the Young Executives Network (YEN) is hosting a meetup, Friday, June 7, for local professionals under the age of 40 who work in the various sectors of the automotive industry. The event will occur from 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., with Formula DRIFT tickets free to use all day. The meetup location will be given when attendees pick up their wristbands at will call.

All YEN members and those interested in learning about opportunities to get involved with SEMA and build industry connections are encouraged to attend. YEN leadership will be present to discuss the network’s initiatives and volunteer opportunities.

YEN members who RSVP by June 5 will receive a complimentary, single-day pass to attend the Formula DRIFT event on Friday, June 7.

For those who live in the Wall Township area or will be in town for the Formula DRIFT competition, stop by and enjoy an evening with fellow YEN colleagues.

For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison or 909-978-6691.

Reserve your tickets.

By Kristopher Porter

The Young Executives Network (YEN) is hosting a meetup, Friday, June 7, for local professionals under the age of 40 who work in the various sectors of the automotive industry.

Held in conjunction with Formula DRIFT Round 4: The Gauntlet at Wall Speedway in Wall Township, New Jersey, the Young Executives Network (YEN) is hosting a meetup, Friday, June 7, for local professionals under the age of 40 who work in the various sectors of the automotive industry. The event will occur from 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., with Formula DRIFT tickets free to use all day. The meetup location will be given when attendees pick up their wristbands at will call.

All YEN members and those interested in learning about opportunities to get involved with SEMA and build industry connections are encouraged to attend. YEN leadership will be present to discuss the network’s initiatives and volunteer opportunities.

YEN members who RSVP by June 5 will receive a complimentary, single-day pass to attend the Formula DRIFT event on Friday, June 7.

For those who live in the Wall Township area or will be in town for the Formula DRIFT competition, stop by and enjoy an evening with fellow YEN colleagues.

For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison or 909-978-6691.

Reserve your tickets.