By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (H.F. 2028) has been introduced in Iowa that would allow all motor vehicles to display a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle.

Legislation (H.F. 2028) has been introduced in Iowa that would allow all motor vehicles to display a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle. Current law only permits the display of a single plate for vehicles which are model year ’48 or older, as well as reconstructed or specially constructed vehicles built to resemble vehicles which are model year ’48 or older.

H.F. 2028 awaits consideration in the House Transportation Committee. A similar bill (S.F. 193) was carried over from the 2019 legislative session and awaits consideration in the Senate Transportation Committee.

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.F. 2028) has been introduced in Iowa that would allow all motor vehicles to display a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle.

Legislation (H.F. 2028) has been introduced in Iowa that would allow all motor vehicles to display a single license plate on the rear of the vehicle. Current law only permits the display of a single plate for vehicles which are model year ’48 or older, as well as reconstructed or specially constructed vehicles built to resemble vehicles which are model year ’48 or older.

H.F. 2028 awaits consideration in the House Transportation Committee. A similar bill (S.F. 193) was carried over from the 2019 legislative session and awaits consideration in the Senate Transportation Committee.

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

As of February 8, 2020, imported bumper stampings for motor vehicles (HTSUS 8708.10.30) will now be subject to the 25% steel tariffs and 10% aluminum tariffs. The tariffs are above any duties already being collected. Several countries are exempted from the tariffs: Argentina, Australia, Canada and Mexico for the aluminum tariffs, and Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico and South Korea for the steel tariffs.

When the additional tariffs were announced, they would have also applied to body stampings for motor vehicles. However, the body stamping tariffs were later limited to tractors for agricultural use (8708.29.21). 

The U.S. government first began imposing the metal tariffs in March 2018 based on a finding that a global over-supply had depressed prices and posed a national security threat to U.S. domestic production. Until now, the tariffs only applied to processed raw materials (steel/aluminum plate, sheets, bars, etc.), not finished products (e.g., wheels, exhausts, etc.). Over the past two years, however, the Trump Administration has documented a dramatic increase in the volume of certain finished products that could be construed as circumventing the tariffs. Products identified include bumper and body stampings along with nails, staples, electrical wire and several other products. The Administration’s goal is to maintain domestic steel production at or above 80% capacity levels and to stabilize aluminum production.

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

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

As of February 8, 2020, imported bumper stampings for motor vehicles (HTSUS 8708.10.30) will now be subject to the 25% steel tariffs and 10% aluminum tariffs. The tariffs are above any duties already being collected. Several countries are exempted from the tariffs: Argentina, Australia, Canada and Mexico for the aluminum tariffs, and Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico and South Korea for the steel tariffs.

When the additional tariffs were announced, they would have also applied to body stampings for motor vehicles. However, the body stamping tariffs were later limited to tractors for agricultural use (8708.29.21). 

The U.S. government first began imposing the metal tariffs in March 2018 based on a finding that a global over-supply had depressed prices and posed a national security threat to U.S. domestic production. Until now, the tariffs only applied to processed raw materials (steel/aluminum plate, sheets, bars, etc.), not finished products (e.g., wheels, exhausts, etc.). Over the past two years, however, the Trump Administration has documented a dramatic increase in the volume of certain finished products that could be construed as circumventing the tariffs. Products identified include bumper and body stampings along with nails, staples, electrical wire and several other products. The Administration’s goal is to maintain domestic steel production at or above 80% capacity levels and to stabilize aluminum production.

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

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

As of February 8, 2020, imported bumper stampings for motor vehicles (HTSUS 8708.10.30) will now be subject to the 25% steel tariffs and 10% aluminum tariffs. The tariffs are above any duties already being collected. Several countries are exempted from the tariffs: Argentina, Australia, Canada and Mexico for the aluminum tariffs, and Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico and South Korea for the steel tariffs.

When the additional tariffs were announced, they would have also applied to body stampings for motor vehicles. However, the body stamping tariffs were later limited to tractors for agricultural use (8708.29.21). 

The U.S. government first began imposing the metal tariffs in March 2018 based on a finding that a global over-supply had depressed prices and posed a national security threat to U.S. domestic production. Until now, the tariffs only applied to processed raw materials (steel/aluminum plate, sheets, bars, etc.), not finished products (e.g., wheels, exhausts, etc.). Over the past two years, however, the Trump Administration has documented a dramatic increase in the volume of certain finished products that could be construed as circumventing the tariffs. Products identified include bumper and body stampings along with nails, staples, electrical wire and several other products. The Administration’s goal is to maintain domestic steel production at or above 80% capacity levels and to stabilize aluminum production.

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

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Show website has been updated to improve ease of navigation for a more user-friendly experience. Now, upon landing on the homepage, users can choose between “exhibitor,” “attendee” and “media” buttons, which open up to a unique page specific to the needs of each type of Show participant.

The newly designed www.SEMAShow.com website’s landing page offers navigation options for exhibitors, attendees and media.

For instance, the exhibitor page provides information that includes links to the Exhibitor Services Manual, booth rates and sponsorships. It also features step-by-step instructions that guide exhibitors through the entire process, from reserving their booths to getting to the Las Vegas Convention Center. The attendee page offers reasons to attend the Show, a SEMA Education schedule, links to the New Products Showcase and resources for international visitors. Users can choose from seven different languages. The media page helps media attendees to prepare for the Show by providing information about the Media Center, how to submit press releases and links to celebrity appearances.

Each page, regardless of whether you’re an exhibitor, attendee or member of the media, features a map of the floorplan, information about transportation to and from the Show, and travel and lodging through OnPeak—the SEMA Show's official housing partner. OnPeak is the only hotel provider endorsed by SEMA. Showgoers are encouraged to book through OnPeak early for the best selection and price. Check out the latest rates available at www.SEMAShow.com.

5 Benefits of Booking Your Hotel Through www.SEMAShow.com:

• Deep Discounts – Buy-in-bulk rates available, with the savings passed on to you.
• Best Rate Pledge – We comparison shop to ensure that our rates remain the lowest.
• Easy Booking – Intuitive software makes booking fast, simple and secure.
• Hotel Reward Points – Get credit for your hotel loyalty program.
• Group Bookings – Fully manage your group booking, large or small, with robust tools.

The 2020 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, November 3–6. For complete information about the 2020 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Show website has been updated to improve ease of navigation for a more user-friendly experience. Now, upon landing on the homepage, users can choose between “exhibitor,” “attendee” and “media” buttons, which open up to a unique page specific to the needs of each type of Show participant.

The newly designed www.SEMAShow.com website’s landing page offers navigation options for exhibitors, attendees and media.

For instance, the exhibitor page provides information that includes links to the Exhibitor Services Manual, booth rates and sponsorships. It also features step-by-step instructions that guide exhibitors through the entire process, from reserving their booths to getting to the Las Vegas Convention Center. The attendee page offers reasons to attend the Show, a SEMA Education schedule, links to the New Products Showcase and resources for international visitors. Users can choose from seven different languages. The media page helps media attendees to prepare for the Show by providing information about the Media Center, how to submit press releases and links to celebrity appearances.

Each page, regardless of whether you’re an exhibitor, attendee or member of the media, features a map of the floorplan, information about transportation to and from the Show, and travel and lodging through OnPeak—the SEMA Show's official housing partner. OnPeak is the only hotel provider endorsed by SEMA. Showgoers are encouraged to book through OnPeak early for the best selection and price. Check out the latest rates available at www.SEMAShow.com.

5 Benefits of Booking Your Hotel Through www.SEMAShow.com:

• Deep Discounts – Buy-in-bulk rates available, with the savings passed on to you.
• Best Rate Pledge – We comparison shop to ensure that our rates remain the lowest.
• Easy Booking – Intuitive software makes booking fast, simple and secure.
• Hotel Reward Points – Get credit for your hotel loyalty program.
• Group Bookings – Fully manage your group booking, large or small, with robust tools.

The 2020 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, November 3–6. For complete information about the 2020 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

By Richard Hail

	The “SEMA: Battle of the Builders” TV special re-airs Thursday, February 13, at 10:00 p.m. (EST) on A+E Networks’ FYI.

The “SEMA: Battle of the Builders” TV special re-airs Thursday, February 13, at 10:00 p.m. (EST) on A+E Networks’ FYI. If you don’t want to wait that long, you can also experience it on the HISTORY Channel app or through HISTORY On Demand.

Adrienne “AJ” Janic and Tanner Foust host as top vehicle builders showcase their talents at the annual Battle of the Builders competition. Across four categories—Hot Rod, Truck/Off-Road, Sport Compact and Young Guns—these builders face off to find out who will be crowned Builder of the Year.

For more details about SEMA Battle of the Builders and the TV special re-airing February 13, at 10:00 p.m. (EST), visit HISTORY On Demand, A+E Networks’ FYI or download the HISTORY App for your iOS or Android device.

For more information about the Battle of the Builders program, point your browser to www.semabotb.com.

By Richard Hail

	The “SEMA: Battle of the Builders” TV special re-airs Thursday, February 13, at 10:00 p.m. (EST) on A+E Networks’ FYI.

The “SEMA: Battle of the Builders” TV special re-airs Thursday, February 13, at 10:00 p.m. (EST) on A+E Networks’ FYI. If you don’t want to wait that long, you can also experience it on the HISTORY Channel app or through HISTORY On Demand.

Adrienne “AJ” Janic and Tanner Foust host as top vehicle builders showcase their talents at the annual Battle of the Builders competition. Across four categories—Hot Rod, Truck/Off-Road, Sport Compact and Young Guns—these builders face off to find out who will be crowned Builder of the Year.

For more details about SEMA Battle of the Builders and the TV special re-airing February 13, at 10:00 p.m. (EST), visit HISTORY On Demand, A+E Networks’ FYI or download the HISTORY App for your iOS or Android device.

For more information about the Battle of the Builders program, point your browser to www.semabotb.com.

By Richard Hail

	The “SEMA: Battle of the Builders” TV special re-airs Thursday, February 13, at 10:00 p.m. (EST) on A+E Networks’ FYI.

The “SEMA: Battle of the Builders” TV special re-airs Thursday, February 13, at 10:00 p.m. (EST) on A+E Networks’ FYI. If you don’t want to wait that long, you can also experience it on the HISTORY Channel app or through HISTORY On Demand.

Adrienne “AJ” Janic and Tanner Foust host as top vehicle builders showcase their talents at the annual Battle of the Builders competition. Across four categories—Hot Rod, Truck/Off-Road, Sport Compact and Young Guns—these builders face off to find out who will be crowned Builder of the Year.

For more details about SEMA Battle of the Builders and the TV special re-airing February 13, at 10:00 p.m. (EST), visit HISTORY On Demand, A+E Networks’ FYI or download the HISTORY App for your iOS or Android device.

For more information about the Battle of the Builders program, point your browser to www.semabotb.com.