Here’s an up-close look at the upcoming Corvette C8 convertible at Big Lots.

The C8 will switch to a hardtop configuration for the convertible model. This represents a major departure from prior models that were soft-top convertibles.

Video confirms the “hard-top” nature of the convertible roof panel, as the photographer delivers a few “knocks” on the convertible roof panel and the panel immediately behind it. It’s unclear how the convertible mechanism will work at this point.

However, Chevrolet teased the C8 convertible with the roof down in a recent video, and it looks like part of the assembly will be folded into and over the engine cover.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s an up-close look at the upcoming Corvette C8 convertible at Big Lots.

The C8 will switch to a hardtop configuration for the convertible model. This represents a major departure from prior models that were soft-top convertibles.

Video confirms the “hard-top” nature of the convertible roof panel, as the photographer delivers a few “knocks” on the convertible roof panel and the panel immediately behind it. It’s unclear how the convertible mechanism will work at this point.

However, Chevrolet teased the C8 convertible with the roof down in a recent video, and it looks like part of the assembly will be folded into and over the engine cover.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s an up-close look at the upcoming Corvette C8 convertible at Big Lots.

The C8 will switch to a hardtop configuration for the convertible model. This represents a major departure from prior models that were soft-top convertibles.

Video confirms the “hard-top” nature of the convertible roof panel, as the photographer delivers a few “knocks” on the convertible roof panel and the panel immediately behind it. It’s unclear how the convertible mechanism will work at this point.

However, Chevrolet teased the C8 convertible with the roof down in a recent video, and it looks like part of the assembly will be folded into and over the engine cover.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s an up-close look at the upcoming Corvette C8 convertible at Big Lots.

The C8 will switch to a hardtop configuration for the convertible model. This represents a major departure from prior models that were soft-top convertibles.

Video confirms the “hard-top” nature of the convertible roof panel, as the photographer delivers a few “knocks” on the convertible roof panel and the panel immediately behind it. It’s unclear how the convertible mechanism will work at this point.

However, Chevrolet teased the C8 convertible with the roof down in a recent video, and it looks like part of the assembly will be folded into and over the engine cover.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s an up-close look at the upcoming Corvette C8 convertible at Big Lots.

The C8 will switch to a hardtop configuration for the convertible model. This represents a major departure from prior models that were soft-top convertibles.

Video confirms the “hard-top” nature of the convertible roof panel, as the photographer delivers a few “knocks” on the convertible roof panel and the panel immediately behind it. It’s unclear how the convertible mechanism will work at this point.

However, Chevrolet teased the C8 convertible with the roof down in a recent video, and it looks like part of the assembly will be folded into and over the engine cover.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s an up-close look at the upcoming Corvette C8 convertible at Big Lots.

The C8 will switch to a hardtop configuration for the convertible model. This represents a major departure from prior models that were soft-top convertibles.

Video confirms the “hard-top” nature of the convertible roof panel, as the photographer delivers a few “knocks” on the convertible roof panel and the panel immediately behind it. It’s unclear how the convertible mechanism will work at this point.

However, Chevrolet teased the C8 convertible with the roof down in a recent video, and it looks like part of the assembly will be folded into and over the engine cover.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA-NACAT Award opportunity is open to all instructors who teach automotive-related courses at accredited U.S. and Canadian secondary and post-secondary schools and career training centers.

Are you an automotive educator who champions the automotive aftermarket? Do you know automotive educators who share their passion for the aftermarket with their students? Since 2016, SEMA and the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) have partnered to recognize automotive educators who demonstrate the most innovative and effective use of aftermarket technology in their classrooms.

The SEMA-NACAT Award opportunity is open to all instructors who teach automotive-related courses (i.e., auto tech, diesel, collision) at accredited U.S. and Canadian secondary and post-secondary schools and career training centers. To qualify, instructors must have developed curriculum around the use of aftermarket products and are actively fostering the professional development of promising new aftermarket students.

Three finalists will be provided with complimentary hotel accommodations and air travel to the 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The award will be presented at the SEMA Show Educators’ Awards Breakfast, Wednesday, November 6.* The award winner will receive complimentary registration and $500 for travel to the NACAT Conference and Expo held in Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky, July 20–23, 2020.

Nominate yourself or a fellow educator today!

The award nomination deadline is August 15. An announcement of the award finalists will be made by September 1.

Questions? Contact NACAT’s Bill Haas or SEMA Manager of Student Programs Juliet Marshall.

Visit the SEMA Show website for more information.

*SEMA Show student program registration is now open.

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA-NACAT Award opportunity is open to all instructors who teach automotive-related courses at accredited U.S. and Canadian secondary and post-secondary schools and career training centers.

Are you an automotive educator who champions the automotive aftermarket? Do you know automotive educators who share their passion for the aftermarket with their students? Since 2016, SEMA and the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) have partnered to recognize automotive educators who demonstrate the most innovative and effective use of aftermarket technology in their classrooms.

The SEMA-NACAT Award opportunity is open to all instructors who teach automotive-related courses (i.e., auto tech, diesel, collision) at accredited U.S. and Canadian secondary and post-secondary schools and career training centers. To qualify, instructors must have developed curriculum around the use of aftermarket products and are actively fostering the professional development of promising new aftermarket students.

Three finalists will be provided with complimentary hotel accommodations and air travel to the 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The award will be presented at the SEMA Show Educators’ Awards Breakfast, Wednesday, November 6.* The award winner will receive complimentary registration and $500 for travel to the NACAT Conference and Expo held in Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky, July 20–23, 2020.

Nominate yourself or a fellow educator today!

The award nomination deadline is August 15. An announcement of the award finalists will be made by September 1.

Questions? Contact NACAT’s Bill Haas or SEMA Manager of Student Programs Juliet Marshall.

Visit the SEMA Show website for more information.

*SEMA Show student program registration is now open.

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA-NACAT Award opportunity is open to all instructors who teach automotive-related courses at accredited U.S. and Canadian secondary and post-secondary schools and career training centers.

Are you an automotive educator who champions the automotive aftermarket? Do you know automotive educators who share their passion for the aftermarket with their students? Since 2016, SEMA and the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) have partnered to recognize automotive educators who demonstrate the most innovative and effective use of aftermarket technology in their classrooms.

The SEMA-NACAT Award opportunity is open to all instructors who teach automotive-related courses (i.e., auto tech, diesel, collision) at accredited U.S. and Canadian secondary and post-secondary schools and career training centers. To qualify, instructors must have developed curriculum around the use of aftermarket products and are actively fostering the professional development of promising new aftermarket students.

Three finalists will be provided with complimentary hotel accommodations and air travel to the 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The award will be presented at the SEMA Show Educators’ Awards Breakfast, Wednesday, November 6.* The award winner will receive complimentary registration and $500 for travel to the NACAT Conference and Expo held in Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky, July 20–23, 2020.

Nominate yourself or a fellow educator today!

The award nomination deadline is August 15. An announcement of the award finalists will be made by September 1.

Questions? Contact NACAT’s Bill Haas or SEMA Manager of Student Programs Juliet Marshall.

Visit the SEMA Show website for more information.

*SEMA Show student program registration is now open.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has processed some requests to be excluded from the 25% tariffs imposed on August 23, 2018, on $16 billion worth of products from China. The so-called “List 2” tariffs cover 279 Harmonized Tariff System (HTS) code listings, including many types of plastics and several automotive products.

The USTR has excluded 79 HTS code listings in two separate notices (Notice No. 1 and Notice No. 2) covering an assortment of goods from chemicals to thermometers. A limited number of auto parts were excluded, such as wheel and transmission speed sensors, mopeds, and spark-ignition combustion piston type engines (746 to 4,476 W). Additional List 2 exclusion requests are still being processed. The exclusions cover all imports under the HTS listing number, not just the request filed by an individual importer.  

The USTR has just begun accepting exclusion requests for List 3 products imported from China. Requests must be submitted by September 30. Find out additional information about List 3 extension requests. The List 3 group are subject to 25% tariffs and cover nearly $200 billion worth of products, including many auto parts, from engines and metal fasteners to tires, transmission belts, brake pads and suspension springs.  

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