By SEMA Editors

Located adjacent to the association’s headquarters in Diamond Bar, California, the SEMA Garage is hosting an industry open house, July 28, 2016, from 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

With a recently remodeled training and conference center, an upgraded emissions lab and new state-of-the-art equipment, the SEMA Garage is hosting an industry open house, July 28, 2016, from 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Located adjacent to the association’s headquarters in Diamond Bar, California, the SEMA Garage is an industry resource that helps automotive parts and accessories manufacturers to develop products quickly, easily and cost-effectively.

During the SEMA Garage open house, SEMA members and automotive specialty-equipment industry professionals will be invited to tour the 15,000-sq.-ft. facility. Highlights include an installation center, a photo studio, a training facility and an emissions-compliance center recognized by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as a certified automotive emissions testing laboratory.

“Since opening the SEMA Garage just a few years ago, SEMA members have embraced the facility and all its capabilities,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of product development. “The strong industry support has allowed us to expand and improve on how we can assist with the product-development process. We’ve upgraded the equipment and have added some amazing members to the team. The SEMA Garage open house is a chance for the industry to see all that we have to offer.”

The facility includes two vehicle lifts, a portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM) for 3D scanning, a 3D printer for fast prototyping, digital race scales for the most precise vehicle weight measurements, a dynamometer for power output measurements, a photo studio for promoting finished products and a training facility that can be used for media or rep meetings.

There is no cost to attend the event, which includes complimentary food, drinks, music and giveaways in a clubhouse atmosphere. To learn more about the event or the SEMA Garage, visit www.sema.org/openhouse.

The SEMA Garage is equipped with an emissions-compliance center recognized by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as a certified automotive emissions testing laboratory.	“The SEMA Garage open house is a chance for the industry to see all that we have to offer,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of product development (center).
Matt Cordato (right) demonstrates the SEMA Garage’s 3D printing capabilities.	The facility includes two vehicle lifts, which are frequently used for measuring sessions.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The California Senate approved legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles.

Legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles was approved by the California Senate. Current law only authorizes owners of vehicles that are of a ’69 or older model-year or owners of a commercial vehicle or pickup that is a ’72 or older to utilize California year-of-manufacture license plates. The bill now moves to the Assembly Transportation Committee for consideration. 

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

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The California Senate approved legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles.

Legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles was approved by the California Senate. Current law only authorizes owners of vehicles that are of a ’69 or older model-year or owners of a commercial vehicle or pickup that is a ’72 or older to utilize California year-of-manufacture license plates. The bill now moves to the Assembly Transportation Committee for consideration. 

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

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The California Senate approved legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles.

Legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles was approved by the California Senate. Current law only authorizes owners of vehicles that are of a ’69 or older model-year or owners of a commercial vehicle or pickup that is a ’72 or older to utilize California year-of-manufacture license plates. The bill now moves to the Assembly Transportation Committee for consideration. 

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

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The California Senate approved legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles.

Legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles was approved by the California Senate. Current law only authorizes owners of vehicles that are of a ’69 or older model-year or owners of a commercial vehicle or pickup that is a ’72 or older to utilize California year-of-manufacture license plates. The bill now moves to the Assembly Transportation Committee for consideration. 

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

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Governor Dannel Malloy signed into law legislation to require the state, upon the owner’s request, to issue titles for older vehicles not currently required to be titled under Connecticut law.

In a victory for hobbyists statewide, legislation to require the state, upon the owner’s request, to issue titles for older vehicles not currently required to be titled under Connecticut law was signed into law by Governor Dannel Malloy. These vehicles include those more than 20 model years old. The new law expands the out-of-state market for older Connecticut motor vehicles and enhances their value to collectors. 

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

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Governor Dannel Malloy signed into law legislation to require the state, upon the owner’s request, to issue titles for older vehicles not currently required to be titled under Connecticut law.

In a victory for hobbyists statewide, legislation to require the state, upon the owner’s request, to issue titles for older vehicles not currently required to be titled under Connecticut law was signed into law by Governor Dannel Malloy. These vehicles include those more than 20 model years old. The new law expands the out-of-state market for older Connecticut motor vehicles and enhances their value to collectors. 

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

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Governor Dannel Malloy signed into law legislation to require the state, upon the owner’s request, to issue titles for older vehicles not currently required to be titled under Connecticut law.

In a victory for hobbyists statewide, legislation to require the state, upon the owner’s request, to issue titles for older vehicles not currently required to be titled under Connecticut law was signed into law by Governor Dannel Malloy. These vehicles include those more than 20 model years old. The new law expands the out-of-state market for older Connecticut motor vehicles and enhances their value to collectors. 

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

By SEMA Editors

The election results are in for SEMA’s council and network select committees with several new individuals to welcome. Each of the newly elected and re-elected members will serve two-year terms (2016–2018). These volunteer leaders assist in guiding the direction and key initiatives of each group, while giving voice to their niche industry segment.

The leadership extends congratulations to the following winners:

Automotive Restoration Market Organization

• Randall Bates, Auto Custom Carpets
• Amy Fitzgerald, Cool Hand Customs
• James Pennekamp, TrimParts Inc. (Incumbent)
• Brian Rowland, Transamerican Auto Parts (Incumbent)
• Joanna Agosta Shere, Steele Rubber Products

Hot Rod Industry Alliance

• Kimberly Callison-Johnson, ididit LLC
• Ed Capen, Goodguys Rod & Custom (Incumbent)
• Josh Henning, Goolsby Custom Inc.
• Dave McKelvey, American Autowire (Incumbent)
• Joe Petlick, Motor State Distributing (Incumbent)
• Trevor Wiggins, Comp Cams/TCI    

Truck and Off-Road Alliance

• Casey Currie, Casey Currie Racing
• Christopher Doyle (Incumbent)
• Erika Garcia, BOLT Locks by Strattec (Incumbent)
• Todd Hoffman, A.R.E. Accessories (Incumbent)
• Kelli Mallicote, Bodyguard Truck Accessories
• Matt Reasoner, BedRug & Retrax

Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council

• Jason Bruce, Holley/MSD
• Rob Fisher, E3 Spark Plugs
• Matt Graves, American Powertrain

Manufacturers’ Rep Network

• Matt Harless, PSKB Inc.
• Mike Katz, Bob Cook Sales
• Ken Schuck, KAM Marketing

Professional Restylers Organization

• Kimberly Callahan, Insignia Group (Incumbent)
• Dave Edmondson, Roadwire Inc. (Incumbent)
• Ginger Glover, Truckers Toy Store (Incumbent)
• B.J. Leanse, Go Rhino/Big Country
• Bill North, Katzkin

SEMA Businesswomen’s Network

• Jenna Jefferies, K&N Engineering (Incumbent)
• Denise Johnson, DeeZee Manufacturing
• Jacqueline Parral, Bonnier Corp. (Incumbent)
• Michelle Perez, Girls n’ Garages

Wheel and Tire Council

• George Finch, The Carlstar Group
• Gavin Horlick, Voxx Products (Incumbent)
• Scott Musser, Ultra Wheel Company

Young Executives Network

• David Jacobs, Steeda Autosports
• Tim Kawasaki, Wheel Vintiques
• Kirstin Stone, Reaction Time Marketing (Incumbent)

By SEMA Editors

The election results are in for SEMA’s council and network select committees with several new individuals to welcome. Each of the newly elected and re-elected members will serve two-year terms (2016–2018). These volunteer leaders assist in guiding the direction and key initiatives of each group, while giving voice to their niche industry segment.

The leadership extends congratulations to the following winners:

Automotive Restoration Market Organization

• Randall Bates, Auto Custom Carpets
• Amy Fitzgerald, Cool Hand Customs
• James Pennekamp, TrimParts Inc. (Incumbent)
• Brian Rowland, Transamerican Auto Parts (Incumbent)
• Joanna Agosta Shere, Steele Rubber Products

Hot Rod Industry Alliance

• Kimberly Callison-Johnson, ididit LLC
• Ed Capen, Goodguys Rod & Custom (Incumbent)
• Josh Henning, Goolsby Custom Inc.
• Dave McKelvey, American Autowire (Incumbent)
• Joe Petlick, Motor State Distributing (Incumbent)
• Trevor Wiggins, Comp Cams/TCI    

Truck and Off-Road Alliance

• Casey Currie, Casey Currie Racing
• Christopher Doyle (Incumbent)
• Erika Garcia, BOLT Locks by Strattec (Incumbent)
• Todd Hoffman, A.R.E. Accessories (Incumbent)
• Kelli Mallicote, Bodyguard Truck Accessories
• Matt Reasoner, BedRug & Retrax

Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council

• Jason Bruce, Holley/MSD
• Rob Fisher, E3 Spark Plugs
• Matt Graves, American Powertrain

Manufacturers’ Rep Network

• Matt Harless, PSKB Inc.
• Mike Katz, Bob Cook Sales
• Ken Schuck, KAM Marketing

Professional Restylers Organization

• Kimberly Callahan, Insignia Group (Incumbent)
• Dave Edmondson, Roadwire Inc. (Incumbent)
• Ginger Glover, Truckers Toy Store (Incumbent)
• B.J. Leanse, Go Rhino/Big Country
• Bill North, Katzkin

SEMA Businesswomen’s Network

• Jenna Jefferies, K&N Engineering (Incumbent)
• Denise Johnson, DeeZee Manufacturing
• Jacqueline Parral, Bonnier Corp. (Incumbent)
• Michelle Perez, Girls n’ Garages

Wheel and Tire Council

• George Finch, The Carlstar Group
• Gavin Horlick, Voxx Products (Incumbent)
• Scott Musser, Ultra Wheel Company

Young Executives Network

• David Jacobs, Steeda Autosports
• Tim Kawasaki, Wheel Vintiques
• Kirstin Stone, Reaction Time Marketing (Incumbent)