By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (H.B. 100) in North Carolina to lower the age of vehicles eligible for an antique license plate to 30 years old was signed into law by Governor Roy Cooper.

Legislation (H.B. 100) in North Carolina to lower the age of vehicles eligible for an antique license plate to 30 years old was signed into law by Governor Roy Cooper. Previously, only vehicles that were at least 35 years from the date of manufacture were eligible for antique tags.

Owners with a vehicle ’43 model year or older will retain the option of choosing antique or horseless carriage plates.

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

The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) will accept tariff exclusion requests on October 31 for Chinese imports subject to 15% tariffs (List 4) that began on September 1. The deadline for submitting requests is January 31, 2020. Requests are to be submitted online. 

Find out more information about the exclusion application process.

To be eligible for an exclusion, companies must demonstrate that the product is available only from China, that the duties will cause severe economic harm, and that the good is strategically important. The exclusions cover all imports under the HTS listing number, not just the request filed by an individual importer.  

The USTR continues to review previously submitted exclusion requests. The agency has just granted exclusions for 83 products contained on List 3 imports from China subject to 25% tariffs. The products cover a wide variety of commodities but include 356 aluminum road wheels (8708.70.4545, 20–26 in. in diameter and 10–16 in. in width); safety seat belts and retractor assemblies (8708.21.0000 and 8708.29.5060); and clutch covers and discs of steel (8708.93.7500). The exclusions apply to products imported from September 24, 2018 to August 7, 2020.

Finally, the USTR has requested public comments on its proposal to extend for another year exclusions granted from the “List 1” tariffs. The exclusions are set to expire on December 28, 2019. Comments due Nov. 30, 2019. The USTR will evaluate extension requests on a case-by-case basis, focusing on whether China remains the only available source for the product along with any efforts taken by the U.S. companies to source the product from the United States or a country other than China.

Find out more information online or contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) will accept tariff exclusion requests on October 31 for Chinese imports subject to 15% tariffs (List 4) that began on September 1. The deadline for submitting requests is January 31, 2020. Requests are to be submitted online. 

Find out more information about the exclusion application process.

To be eligible for an exclusion, companies must demonstrate that the product is available only from China, that the duties will cause severe economic harm, and that the good is strategically important. The exclusions cover all imports under the HTS listing number, not just the request filed by an individual importer.  

The USTR continues to review previously submitted exclusion requests. The agency has just granted exclusions for 83 products contained on List 3 imports from China subject to 25% tariffs. The products cover a wide variety of commodities but include 356 aluminum road wheels (8708.70.4545, 20–26 in. in diameter and 10–16 in. in width); safety seat belts and retractor assemblies (8708.21.0000 and 8708.29.5060); and clutch covers and discs of steel (8708.93.7500). The exclusions apply to products imported from September 24, 2018 to August 7, 2020.

Finally, the USTR has requested public comments on its proposal to extend for another year exclusions granted from the “List 1” tariffs. The exclusions are set to expire on December 28, 2019. Comments due Nov. 30, 2019. The USTR will evaluate extension requests on a case-by-case basis, focusing on whether China remains the only available source for the product along with any efforts taken by the U.S. companies to source the product from the United States or a country other than China.

Find out more information online or contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) will accept tariff exclusion requests on October 31 for Chinese imports subject to 15% tariffs (List 4) that began on September 1. The deadline for submitting requests is January 31, 2020. Requests are to be submitted online. 

Find out more information about the exclusion application process.

To be eligible for an exclusion, companies must demonstrate that the product is available only from China, that the duties will cause severe economic harm, and that the good is strategically important. The exclusions cover all imports under the HTS listing number, not just the request filed by an individual importer.  

The USTR continues to review previously submitted exclusion requests. The agency has just granted exclusions for 83 products contained on List 3 imports from China subject to 25% tariffs. The products cover a wide variety of commodities but include 356 aluminum road wheels (8708.70.4545, 20–26 in. in diameter and 10–16 in. in width); safety seat belts and retractor assemblies (8708.21.0000 and 8708.29.5060); and clutch covers and discs of steel (8708.93.7500). The exclusions apply to products imported from September 24, 2018 to August 7, 2020.

Finally, the USTR has requested public comments on its proposal to extend for another year exclusions granted from the “List 1” tariffs. The exclusions are set to expire on December 28, 2019. Comments due Nov. 30, 2019. The USTR will evaluate extension requests on a case-by-case basis, focusing on whether China remains the only available source for the product along with any efforts taken by the U.S. companies to source the product from the United States or a country other than China.

Find out more information online or contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

By Fredy Ramirez

SEMA is gearing up for the 2019 Battle of the Builders (BOTB) competition, set to take place during the SEMA Show, and the list of competitors keeps growing longer as November approaches. SEMA eNews will highlight several vehicles each week leading up to the Show. This week’s featured builds include: Rod Nielsen’s ’56 Ford COE 800, Luke Merrill’s ’40 Chevrolet two-door sedan and Steve Keefer’s ’68 Chevrolet Camaro.

Rod Nielsen, ’56 Ford COE 800 Scheduled to Appear: Tire Stickers #50019 Rod Nielsen, the reigning BOTB Sports Compact champion, returns to test a new category with his Ford COE 800. The truck is powered by a Cummins twin-turbo engine and backed by a six-speed transmission. The modifications on the body are plentiful and include a hand-built sleeper. The suspension includes a modified bagged chassis.

Luke Merrill, ’40 Chevrolet Two-Door Sedan Scheduled to Appear: Yukon Gear #20145 Former Top 12 Young Gun Luke Merrill is building this vehicle for his mom. It laid dormant in the family garage since 1990, and then he decided to bring it back to life. The build’s profile features a widebody front and rear. The engine is a 5.7L V8 with FiTech injection. The interior features a one-off dash with Autometer instrumentation.

Steve Keefer, ’68 Chevrolet Camaro Scheduled to Appear: Chassisworks #23193 A Top 40 contestant last year, Steve Keefer returns in hopes of cracking the Top 12 at the 2019 Show. He returns with the finished version of the ’68 widebody Camaro that he debuted at last year’s Show. He has since made subtle modifications to the body, which features many one-off parts. The interior also includes one-off designs. The chassis and suspension come courtesy of Chassis Works.

By Fredy Ramirez

SEMA is gearing up for the 2019 Battle of the Builders (BOTB) competition, set to take place during the SEMA Show, and the list of competitors keeps growing longer as November approaches. SEMA eNews will highlight several vehicles each week leading up to the Show. This week’s featured builds include: Rod Nielsen’s ’56 Ford COE 800, Luke Merrill’s ’40 Chevrolet two-door sedan and Steve Keefer’s ’68 Chevrolet Camaro.

Rod Nielsen, ’56 Ford COE 800 Scheduled to Appear: Tire Stickers #50019 Rod Nielsen, the reigning BOTB Sports Compact champion, returns to test a new category with his Ford COE 800. The truck is powered by a Cummins twin-turbo engine and backed by a six-speed transmission. The modifications on the body are plentiful and include a hand-built sleeper. The suspension includes a modified bagged chassis.

Luke Merrill, ’40 Chevrolet Two-Door Sedan Scheduled to Appear: Yukon Gear #20145 Former Top 12 Young Gun Luke Merrill is building this vehicle for his mom. It laid dormant in the family garage since 1990, and then he decided to bring it back to life. The build’s profile features a widebody front and rear. The engine is a 5.7L V8 with FiTech injection. The interior features a one-off dash with Autometer instrumentation.

Steve Keefer, ’68 Chevrolet Camaro Scheduled to Appear: Chassisworks #23193 A Top 40 contestant last year, Steve Keefer returns in hopes of cracking the Top 12 at the 2019 Show. He returns with the finished version of the ’68 widebody Camaro that he debuted at last year’s Show. He has since made subtle modifications to the body, which features many one-off parts. The interior also includes one-off designs. The chassis and suspension come courtesy of Chassis Works.

By Fredy Ramirez

SEMA is gearing up for the 2019 Battle of the Builders (BOTB) competition, set to take place during the SEMA Show, and the list of competitors keeps growing longer as November approaches. SEMA eNews will highlight several vehicles each week leading up to the Show. This week’s featured builds include: Rod Nielsen’s ’56 Ford COE 800, Luke Merrill’s ’40 Chevrolet two-door sedan and Steve Keefer’s ’68 Chevrolet Camaro.

Rod Nielsen, ’56 Ford COE 800 Scheduled to Appear: Tire Stickers #50019 Rod Nielsen, the reigning BOTB Sports Compact champion, returns to test a new category with his Ford COE 800. The truck is powered by a Cummins twin-turbo engine and backed by a six-speed transmission. The modifications on the body are plentiful and include a hand-built sleeper. The suspension includes a modified bagged chassis.

Luke Merrill, ’40 Chevrolet Two-Door Sedan Scheduled to Appear: Yukon Gear #20145 Former Top 12 Young Gun Luke Merrill is building this vehicle for his mom. It laid dormant in the family garage since 1990, and then he decided to bring it back to life. The build’s profile features a widebody front and rear. The engine is a 5.7L V8 with FiTech injection. The interior features a one-off dash with Autometer instrumentation.

Steve Keefer, ’68 Chevrolet Camaro Scheduled to Appear: Chassisworks #23193 A Top 40 contestant last year, Steve Keefer returns in hopes of cracking the Top 12 at the 2019 Show. He returns with the finished version of the ’68 widebody Camaro that he debuted at last year’s Show. He has since made subtle modifications to the body, which features many one-off parts. The interior also includes one-off designs. The chassis and suspension come courtesy of Chassis Works.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

If you’re attending the 2019 SEMA Show, then be sure to book your tickets now for the exclusive SEMA PAC reception! Initially limited to 100 guests, an additional 25 tickets have been made available due to demand.

On Tuesday, November 5, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host a reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (Suite 2915). The event is open to SEMA members who contribute at least $50 to SEMA PAC. Open-bar cocktails and premium catering will be served.

By law, SEMA is not allowed to use association funds to impact the electoral process. That’s where the individually funded SEMA PAC comes in. It allows SEMA members to pool their personal resources to make campaign contributions to candidates and lawmakers who support our industry.

For more information or to RSVP, contact Christian Robinson at christianr@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

If you’re attending the 2019 SEMA Show, then be sure to book your tickets now for the exclusive SEMA PAC reception! Initially limited to 100 guests, an additional 25 tickets have been made available due to demand.

On Tuesday, November 5, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host a reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (Suite 2915). The event is open to SEMA members who contribute at least $50 to SEMA PAC. Open-bar cocktails and premium catering will be served.

By law, SEMA is not allowed to use association funds to impact the electoral process. That’s where the individually funded SEMA PAC comes in. It allows SEMA members to pool their personal resources to make campaign contributions to candidates and lawmakers who support our industry.

For more information or to RSVP, contact Christian Robinson at christianr@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

If you’re attending the 2019 SEMA Show, then be sure to book your tickets now for the exclusive SEMA PAC reception! Initially limited to 100 guests, an additional 25 tickets have been made available due to demand.

On Tuesday, November 5, at 7:30 p.m., SEMA PAC will host a reception at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (Suite 2915). The event is open to SEMA members who contribute at least $50 to SEMA PAC. Open-bar cocktails and premium catering will be served.

By law, SEMA is not allowed to use association funds to impact the electoral process. That’s where the individually funded SEMA PAC comes in. It allows SEMA members to pool their personal resources to make campaign contributions to candidates and lawmakers who support our industry.

For more information or to RSVP, contact Christian Robinson at christianr@sema.org.