By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

At the request of SEMA and the SEMA Action Network (SAN), a resolution (H. Res. 980) was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize July 13, 2018, as Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). H. Res. 980 is sponsored by Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus House Co-Chairs Rep. Bill Posey (R-FL) and Rep. Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA). The date marks the ninth commemoration in what has become an annual event to celebrate and raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society.  

A growing list of scheduled events, including car shows, cruise-ins and parades, will be held in support of this annual celebration. The SAN is maintaining the event list to commemorate the day at www.semasan.com/ccad. Individuals, car clubs and business owners interested in publicizing events can submit the details here. Companies should consider hosting a “drive your collector car to work” day for staff members. More event ideas are available using this link. If you are unable to celebrate on July 13, the SAN encourages events to be scheduled throughout the month of July to honor the classics of the past and the future. Event organizers will be sent a copy of the official House Resolution for display at their event.

States, local governments and Canadian provinces have adopted similar commemorative declarations, making it an international recognition of the collector-car hobby and the millions of individuals who support it. Several jurisdictions are pursuing similar initiatives.

Download the official logo and flyer from the homepage and help promote this special day. As always, the SAN welcomes any level of participation and encourages everyone to spread the word about our hobby’s “holiday.” For questions, contact SAN Director Colby Martin at 909-978-6721 or san@sema.org.

With the CCAD celebration just around the corner, SAN members are sharing the video PSA about the holiday. Featuring automotive media personality Courtney Hansen and her ’57 Ford Thunderbird, this video may be posted by everyone using this link.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

At the request of SEMA and the SEMA Action Network (SAN), a resolution (H. Res. 980) was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize July 13, 2018, as Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). H. Res. 980 is sponsored by Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus House Co-Chairs Rep. Bill Posey (R-FL) and Rep. Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA). The date marks the ninth commemoration in what has become an annual event to celebrate and raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society.  

A growing list of scheduled events, including car shows, cruise-ins and parades, will be held in support of this annual celebration. The SAN is maintaining the event list to commemorate the day at www.semasan.com/ccad. Individuals, car clubs and business owners interested in publicizing events can submit the details here. Companies should consider hosting a “drive your collector car to work” day for staff members. More event ideas are available using this link. If you are unable to celebrate on July 13, the SAN encourages events to be scheduled throughout the month of July to honor the classics of the past and the future. Event organizers will be sent a copy of the official House Resolution for display at their event.

States, local governments and Canadian provinces have adopted similar commemorative declarations, making it an international recognition of the collector-car hobby and the millions of individuals who support it. Several jurisdictions are pursuing similar initiatives.

Download the official logo and flyer from the homepage and help promote this special day. As always, the SAN welcomes any level of participation and encourages everyone to spread the word about our hobby’s “holiday.” For questions, contact SAN Director Colby Martin at 909-978-6721 or san@sema.org.

With the CCAD celebration just around the corner, SAN members are sharing the video PSA about the holiday. Featuring automotive media personality Courtney Hansen and her ’57 Ford Thunderbird, this video may be posted by everyone using this link.

By Linda Spencer

Australian taxation authorities are collecting a new 10% Australian goods and services tax on overseas sales of low-value imported goods —defined as having a customs value of $1,000 (AUD) [approximately $750 USD] or less—by consumers into Australia.

On July 1, Australian taxation authorities began collecting a new 10% Australian goods and services tax (GST) on overseas sales of low-value imported goods (LVIG)—defined as having a customs value of $1,000 (AUD) [approximately $750 USD] or less—by consumers into Australia.

What U.S. companies meeting these conditions are required to do:

• Track their Australian sales to determine whether they are made for Australian consumers and, if so, whether they anticipate that they will exceed $75,000 (AUD) [approximately $56,000 USD] per annum in aggregate. If so, they will need to choose whether to increase prices for GST or absorb the additional cost.
• Register with the Australian Tax Office (ATO).
• Pay any GST due.

Businesses/sales NOT covered by this new tax:

• Those with sales of $75,000 (AUD) or less to consumers in Australia within a 12-month period.
• Those with sales of low-value imported goods made to Australian GST-registered businesses that purchase for business use.
• Any individual sales more than $1,000 (AUD). These sales will continue to be taxed at the border.

More information, including how to be sure a distributor/customer is an Australian GST-registered business (not a consumer), is available on the Australian Taxation Office’s website here and here.

For more information, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

Here’s a first look at the production ’19 Camaro ZL1 testing in metro Detroit.

While almost every other Camaro variant was revealed in April, the ZL1 was unfortunately absent. Up front, the ZL1 remains unchanged, but around back, it gets a new toned-down rear bumper, new taillights and what appears to be an additional camera (the normal backup camera is right above the license plate) built into the wing.

Power is still expected to come from the 6.2L LT4, which is good for 650hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque, while being mated to either a TREMEC six-speed manual or a 10-speed automatic.

Expect an official debut in the coming months.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the production ’19 Camaro ZL1 testing in metro Detroit.

While almost every other Camaro variant was revealed in April, the ZL1 was unfortunately absent. Up front, the ZL1 remains unchanged, but around back, it gets a new toned-down rear bumper, new taillights and what appears to be an additional camera (the normal backup camera is right above the license plate) built into the wing.

Power is still expected to come from the 6.2L LT4, which is good for 650hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque, while being mated to either a TREMEC six-speed manual or a 10-speed automatic.

Expect an official debut in the coming months.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the production ’19 Camaro ZL1 testing in metro Detroit.

While almost every other Camaro variant was revealed in April, the ZL1 was unfortunately absent. Up front, the ZL1 remains unchanged, but around back, it gets a new toned-down rear bumper, new taillights and what appears to be an additional camera (the normal backup camera is right above the license plate) built into the wing.

Power is still expected to come from the 6.2L LT4, which is good for 650hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque, while being mated to either a TREMEC six-speed manual or a 10-speed automatic.

Expect an official debut in the coming months.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the production ’19 Camaro ZL1 testing in metro Detroit.

While almost every other Camaro variant was revealed in April, the ZL1 was unfortunately absent. Up front, the ZL1 remains unchanged, but around back, it gets a new toned-down rear bumper, new taillights and what appears to be an additional camera (the normal backup camera is right above the license plate) built into the wing.

Power is still expected to come from the 6.2L LT4, which is good for 650hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque, while being mated to either a TREMEC six-speed manual or a 10-speed automatic.

Expect an official debut in the coming months.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the production ’19 Camaro ZL1 testing in metro Detroit.

While almost every other Camaro variant was revealed in April, the ZL1 was unfortunately absent. Up front, the ZL1 remains unchanged, but around back, it gets a new toned-down rear bumper, new taillights and what appears to be an additional camera (the normal backup camera is right above the license plate) built into the wing.

Power is still expected to come from the 6.2L LT4, which is good for 650hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque, while being mated to either a TREMEC six-speed manual or a 10-speed automatic.

Expect an official debut in the coming months.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Here’s a first look at the production ’19 Camaro ZL1 testing in metro Detroit.

While almost every other Camaro variant was revealed in April, the ZL1 was unfortunately absent. Up front, the ZL1 remains unchanged, but around back, it gets a new toned-down rear bumper, new taillights and what appears to be an additional camera (the normal backup camera is right above the license plate) built into the wing.

Power is still expected to come from the 6.2L LT4, which is good for 650hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque, while being mated to either a TREMEC six-speed manual or a 10-speed automatic.

Expect an official debut in the coming months.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

By Linda Spencer

“Chinese enthusiasts crave American-made parts,” said Robert Scheid (second left), director of business development for McLeod Racing LLC. “Knowing what they are looking for and finding credible distribution takes participating in this huge market in person.”

This is the last chance to register for the 2018 SEMA China Business Development Program. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet with pre-vetted resellers (distributors, retailers and installers), August 15–19, in Shanghai.

Program fees include a list of pre-vetted buyers, a turnkey booth at the China Auto Salon, a car and driver to visit specialty-equipment shops, an interpreter, four nights at the five-star Intercontinental Hotel and meals. In addition to $800 in federal funds available to defray the costs, a number of states also provide funds. For example, qualified California companies are eligible for an additional $1,500 in state funds to participate in the 2018 SEMA China program. North Carolina, Ohio and Connecticut are making funds available to qualified businesses.  

Register now! For more information, visit www.sema.org/china, or to schedule a conference call to discuss the SEMA China Business Development Program, contact Linda Spencer.