By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

SEMA-supported legislation (H.B. 2357) that was signed into law in 2005 to exempt qualified collectible vehicles from the state’s emissions inspection and maintenance program will go into effect June 1.

SEMA-supported legislation (H.B. 2357) that was signed into law in 2005 to exempt qualified collectible vehicles from the state’s emissions inspection and maintenance program will go into effect June 1. Implementation of the exemption was delayed by the state’s regulatory process.

In order to qualify, a vehicle must be either 15 model years old or older or be of a unique or rare design, of limited production and an object of curiosity. In addition, vehicles must be maintained primarily for use in car club activities, exhibitions, parades or other functions of public interest, or for a private collection, and is used only infrequently. Additionally, the vehicle must have collectible or classic automobile insurance coverage that restricts the vehicle’s mileage or use, or both, and requires the owner to have another vehicle for personal use.

The current exemptions for pre-’67 vehicles also remain in effect.  

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

SEMA-supported legislation (H.B. 2357) that was signed into law in 2005 to exempt qualified collectible vehicles from the state’s emissions inspection and maintenance program will go into effect June 1.

SEMA-supported legislation (H.B. 2357) that was signed into law in 2005 to exempt qualified collectible vehicles from the state’s emissions inspection and maintenance program will go into effect June 1. Implementation of the exemption was delayed by the state’s regulatory process.

In order to qualify, a vehicle must be either 15 model years old or older or be of a unique or rare design, of limited production and an object of curiosity. In addition, vehicles must be maintained primarily for use in car club activities, exhibitions, parades or other functions of public interest, or for a private collection, and is used only infrequently. Additionally, the vehicle must have collectible or classic automobile insurance coverage that restricts the vehicle’s mileage or use, or both, and requires the owner to have another vehicle for personal use.

The current exemptions for pre-’67 vehicles also remain in effect.  

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 (A.B. 210) in California to exempt motor vehicles manufactured prior to the ’83 model-year from the state’s emissions-inspection requirement was removed from consideration by the bill’s author in order to build additional support for the measure.

Legislation (A.B. 210) in California to exempt motor vehicles manufactured prior to the ’83 model-year from the state’s emissions-inspection requirement was removed from consideration by the bill’s author in order to build additional support for the measure. Current law requires the biennial emissions testing for all ’76-and-newer model-year vehicles.

The bill had been scheduled for a hearing in the Assembly Transportation Committee on March 25. The legislation will now be eligible for reconsideration by the California legislature in 2020.

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 (A.B. 210) in California to exempt motor vehicles manufactured prior to the ’83 model-year from the state’s emissions-inspection requirement was removed from consideration by the bill’s author in order to build additional support for the measure.

Legislation (A.B. 210) in California to exempt motor vehicles manufactured prior to the ’83 model-year from the state’s emissions-inspection requirement was removed from consideration by the bill’s author in order to build additional support for the measure. Current law requires the biennial emissions testing for all ’76-and-newer model-year vehicles.

The bill had been scheduled for a hearing in the Assembly Transportation Committee on March 25. The legislation will now be eligible for reconsideration by the California legislature in 2020.

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 (A.B. 210) in California to exempt motor vehicles manufactured prior to the ’83 model-year from the state’s emissions-inspection requirement was removed from consideration by the bill’s author in order to build additional support for the measure.

Legislation (A.B. 210) in California to exempt motor vehicles manufactured prior to the ’83 model-year from the state’s emissions-inspection requirement was removed from consideration by the bill’s author in order to build additional support for the measure. Current law requires the biennial emissions testing for all ’76-and-newer model-year vehicles.

The bill had been scheduled for a hearing in the Assembly Transportation Committee on March 25. The legislation will now be eligible for reconsideration by the California legislature in 2020.

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 (A.B. 210) in California to exempt motor vehicles manufactured prior to the ’83 model-year from the state’s emissions-inspection requirement was removed from consideration by the bill’s author in order to build additional support for the measure.

Legislation (A.B. 210) in California to exempt motor vehicles manufactured prior to the ’83 model-year from the state’s emissions-inspection requirement was removed from consideration by the bill’s author in order to build additional support for the measure. Current law requires the biennial emissions testing for all ’76-and-newer model-year vehicles.

The bill had been scheduled for a hearing in the Assembly Transportation Committee on March 25. The legislation will now be eligible for reconsideration by the California legislature in 2020.

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

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

By SEMA Editors

Sara Morosan

April’s SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) “She Is Spotlight” features Sara Morosan of LGE-CTS Motorsports.

SEMA: What is the best advice you have ever received?

Sara Morosan: To believe in myself. Never let someone tell you that you can’t do something. Only you can put limitations on yourself.

SEMA: What keeps you involved in this industry?

SM: I work in an industry with people who love what they do, just like me. I have never met a more inspirational and driven group of people ever who just want to make things happen.

SEMA: On a Saturday, where can you be found?

SM: If there is an off-road race going on, I am most likely there. If not, I am out off-roading or at some type of motorcycle/car event hanging with my family.

SEMA: How do you prepare for going to an important meeting?

SM: Be as open-minded as possible. I learn so much in meeting with others, and I love to hear others’ points of view and ideas. I am always prepared to take notes and try to come with notes on the topic at hand to make sure I am contributing as well.

SEMA: If you could go to lunch with one industry leader, living or dead, who would it be?

SM: I would love to have lunch with GiGi Carleton. She has been such an inspiration to me. I was so excited when she was inducted into the 2017 SEMA Hall of Fame. She helped start the first-ever SEMA Show and has accomplished so much throughout the years. Plus, she has some pretty amazing stories to share.

Fill out this form to be a part of the #SheIsSEMA family. You will have the opportunity to be featured on SBN’s social media, SEMA eNews and be recognized on the www.sema.org/sheissema website. While there, check out other inspirational women who are leading the industry and are paving the path for future success.

Not an SBN member? Fill out this form to join today.

By SEMA Editors

Sara Morosan

April’s SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) “She Is Spotlight” features Sara Morosan of LGE-CTS Motorsports.

SEMA: What is the best advice you have ever received?

Sara Morosan: To believe in myself. Never let someone tell you that you can’t do something. Only you can put limitations on yourself.

SEMA: What keeps you involved in this industry?

SM: I work in an industry with people who love what they do, just like me. I have never met a more inspirational and driven group of people ever who just want to make things happen.

SEMA: On a Saturday, where can you be found?

SM: If there is an off-road race going on, I am most likely there. If not, I am out off-roading or at some type of motorcycle/car event hanging with my family.

SEMA: How do you prepare for going to an important meeting?

SM: Be as open-minded as possible. I learn so much in meeting with others, and I love to hear others’ points of view and ideas. I am always prepared to take notes and try to come with notes on the topic at hand to make sure I am contributing as well.

SEMA: If you could go to lunch with one industry leader, living or dead, who would it be?

SM: I would love to have lunch with GiGi Carleton. She has been such an inspiration to me. I was so excited when she was inducted into the 2017 SEMA Hall of Fame. She helped start the first-ever SEMA Show and has accomplished so much throughout the years. Plus, she has some pretty amazing stories to share.

Fill out this form to be a part of the #SheIsSEMA family. You will have the opportunity to be featured on SBN’s social media, SEMA eNews and be recognized on the www.sema.org/sheissema website. While there, check out other inspirational women who are leading the industry and are paving the path for future success.

Not an SBN member? Fill out this form to join today.

By SEMA Editors

All products destined for the ARMO Hot Product Showcase must be registered by April 17 to ensure signage deliverables.

The ARMO Hot Product Showcase is an opportunity to display your products in front of thousands of restoration enthusiasts and consumers at Spring Carlisle. Participation in this program is free for ARMO-member manufacturers; the only cost is shipping your product. You can also enter your product to win a “New Product Award” in nine different categories. While on-site, a professional photographer will take photos of your products for you to use in your own promotions. All product photographs will also be displayed on the ARMO website and in the ARMO booth at the SEMA Show.

Criteria for new product submissions:

• Must be available for sale (market ready) by the opening of the Showcase, Thursday, April 25.
• Must demonstrate unique/innovative technology and/or be a significant benefit to the restoration industry.

Take advantage of this opportunity to gain exposure to your products.

By SEMA Editors

All products destined for the ARMO Hot Product Showcase must be registered by April 17 to ensure signage deliverables.

The ARMO Hot Product Showcase is an opportunity to display your products in front of thousands of restoration enthusiasts and consumers at Spring Carlisle. Participation in this program is free for ARMO-member manufacturers; the only cost is shipping your product. You can also enter your product to win a “New Product Award” in nine different categories. While on-site, a professional photographer will take photos of your products for you to use in your own promotions. All product photographs will also be displayed on the ARMO website and in the ARMO booth at the SEMA Show.

Criteria for new product submissions:

• Must be available for sale (market ready) by the opening of the Showcase, Thursday, April 25.
• Must demonstrate unique/innovative technology and/or be a significant benefit to the restoration industry.

Take advantage of this opportunity to gain exposure to your products.