Wed, 06/15/2016 - 11:10

In partnership with Mazda, the SEMA Garage has announced the ’16 Mazda CX-9 measuring session. The all-new CX-9 reinterprets the fullsize crossover to better serve the needs of todays evolving families. The latest in KODO design portrays a more premium image, and the all-new CX-9 offers quieter, more refined driving with superb fuel economy and performance. Designed around the modern family, the model offers a comfortable and well-thought-out cabin space, advanced safety features and the i-ACTIV AWD all-wheel-drive system. It is the first model to feature Mazda’s new 2.5L direct-injection turbocharged gasoline engine—SKYACTIV-G 2.5T.

Taking place at Mazda’s Technical Research Facility in Irvine, California, July 19, this event will also include daily tours of Mazda’s private “basement garage” collection. Witness the history of Mazda as you explore rare prototypes and custom builds, as well as other highly collectable vehicles. Open to SEMA members and members of the Performance Racing Industry, make your reservations now as space is limited.

Wed, 06/15/2016 - 11:10

In partnership with Mazda, the SEMA Garage has announced the ’16 Mazda CX-9 measuring session. The all-new CX-9 reinterprets the fullsize crossover to better serve the needs of todays evolving families. The latest in KODO design portrays a more premium image, and the all-new CX-9 offers quieter, more refined driving with superb fuel economy and performance. Designed around the modern family, the model offers a comfortable and well-thought-out cabin space, advanced safety features and the i-ACTIV AWD all-wheel-drive system. It is the first model to feature Mazda’s new 2.5L direct-injection turbocharged gasoline engine—SKYACTIV-G 2.5T.

Taking place at Mazda’s Technical Research Facility in Irvine, California, July 19, this event will also include daily tours of Mazda’s private “basement garage” collection. Witness the history of Mazda as you explore rare prototypes and custom builds, as well as other highly collectable vehicles. Open to SEMA members and members of the Performance Racing Industry, make your reservations now as space is limited.

Wed, 06/15/2016 - 11:10

In partnership with Mazda, the SEMA Garage has announced the ’16 Mazda CX-9 measuring session. The all-new CX-9 reinterprets the fullsize crossover to better serve the needs of todays evolving families. The latest in KODO design portrays a more premium image, and the all-new CX-9 offers quieter, more refined driving with superb fuel economy and performance. Designed around the modern family, the model offers a comfortable and well-thought-out cabin space, advanced safety features and the i-ACTIV AWD all-wheel-drive system. It is the first model to feature Mazda’s new 2.5L direct-injection turbocharged gasoline engine—SKYACTIV-G 2.5T.

Taking place at Mazda’s Technical Research Facility in Irvine, California, July 19, this event will also include daily tours of Mazda’s private “basement garage” collection. Witness the history of Mazda as you explore rare prototypes and custom builds, as well as other highly collectable vehicles. Open to SEMA members and members of the Performance Racing Industry, make your reservations now as space is limited.

Tue, 06/14/2016 - 14:00

By SEMA Editors

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Located adjacent to the association’s headquarters in Diamond Bar, California, the SEMA Garage is hosting an industry open house, July 28, 2016, from 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

With a recently remodeled training and conference center, an upgraded emissions lab and new state-of-the-art equipment, the SEMA Garage is hosting an industry open house, July 28, 2016, from 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Located adjacent to the association’s headquarters in Diamond Bar, California, the SEMA Garage is an industry resource that helps automotive parts and accessories manufacturers to develop products quickly, easily and cost-effectively.

During the SEMA Garage open house, SEMA members and automotive specialty-equipment industry professionals will be invited to tour the 15,000-sq.-ft. facility. Highlights include an installation center, a photo studio, a training facility and an emissions-compliance center recognized by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as a certified automotive emissions testing laboratory.

“Since opening the SEMA Garage just a few years ago, SEMA members have embraced the facility and all its capabilities,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of product development. “The strong industry support has allowed us to expand and improve on how we can assist with the product-development process. We’ve upgraded the equipment and have added some amazing members to the team. The SEMA Garage open house is a chance for the industry to see all that we have to offer.”

The facility includes two vehicle lifts, a portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM) for 3D scanning, a 3D printer for fast prototyping, digital race scales for the most precise vehicle weight measurements, a dynamometer for power output measurements, a photo studio for promoting finished products and a training facility that can be used for media or rep meetings.

There is no cost to attend the event, which includes complimentary food, drinks, music and giveaways in a clubhouse atmosphere. To learn more about the event or the SEMA Garage, visit www.sema.org/openhouse.

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The SEMA Garage is equipped with an emissions-compliance center recognized by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as a certified automotive emissions testing laboratory.
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“The SEMA Garage open house is a chance for the industry to see all that we have to offer,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of product development (center).
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Matt Cordato (right) demonstrates the SEMA Garage’s 3D printing capabilities.
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The facility includes two vehicle lifts, which are frequently used for measuring sessions.
Tue, 06/14/2016 - 14:00

By SEMA Editors

garage
Located adjacent to the association’s headquarters in Diamond Bar, California, the SEMA Garage is hosting an industry open house, July 28, 2016, from 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

With a recently remodeled training and conference center, an upgraded emissions lab and new state-of-the-art equipment, the SEMA Garage is hosting an industry open house, July 28, 2016, from 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Located adjacent to the association’s headquarters in Diamond Bar, California, the SEMA Garage is an industry resource that helps automotive parts and accessories manufacturers to develop products quickly, easily and cost-effectively.

During the SEMA Garage open house, SEMA members and automotive specialty-equipment industry professionals will be invited to tour the 15,000-sq.-ft. facility. Highlights include an installation center, a photo studio, a training facility and an emissions-compliance center recognized by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as a certified automotive emissions testing laboratory.

“Since opening the SEMA Garage just a few years ago, SEMA members have embraced the facility and all its capabilities,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of product development. “The strong industry support has allowed us to expand and improve on how we can assist with the product-development process. We’ve upgraded the equipment and have added some amazing members to the team. The SEMA Garage open house is a chance for the industry to see all that we have to offer.”

The facility includes two vehicle lifts, a portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM) for 3D scanning, a 3D printer for fast prototyping, digital race scales for the most precise vehicle weight measurements, a dynamometer for power output measurements, a photo studio for promoting finished products and a training facility that can be used for media or rep meetings.

There is no cost to attend the event, which includes complimentary food, drinks, music and giveaways in a clubhouse atmosphere. To learn more about the event or the SEMA Garage, visit www.sema.org/openhouse.

garage
The SEMA Garage is equipped with an emissions-compliance center recognized by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as a certified automotive emissions testing laboratory.
spag
“The SEMA Garage open house is a chance for the industry to see all that we have to offer,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of product development (center).
printer
Matt Cordato (right) demonstrates the SEMA Garage’s 3D printing capabilities.
lift
The facility includes two vehicle lifts, which are frequently used for measuring sessions.
Tue, 06/14/2016 - 08:33

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

calif
The California Senate approved legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles.

Legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles was approved by the California Senate. Current law only authorizes owners of vehicles that are of a ’69 or older model-year or owners of a commercial vehicle or pickup that is a ’72 or older to utilize California year-of-manufacture license plates. The bill now moves to the Assembly Transportation Committee for consideration. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

 

 

 

Tue, 06/14/2016 - 08:33

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

calif
The California Senate approved legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles.

Legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles was approved by the California Senate. Current law only authorizes owners of vehicles that are of a ’69 or older model-year or owners of a commercial vehicle or pickup that is a ’72 or older to utilize California year-of-manufacture license plates. The bill now moves to the Assembly Transportation Committee for consideration. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

 

 

 

Tue, 06/14/2016 - 08:33

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

calif
The California Senate approved legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles.

Legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles was approved by the California Senate. Current law only authorizes owners of vehicles that are of a ’69 or older model-year or owners of a commercial vehicle or pickup that is a ’72 or older to utilize California year-of-manufacture license plates. The bill now moves to the Assembly Transportation Committee for consideration. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

 

 

 

Tue, 06/14/2016 - 08:33

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

calif
The California Senate approved legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles.

Legislation to expand the authorization of year-of-manufacture license plates to include owners of ’80 or older model-year vehicles was approved by the California Senate. Current law only authorizes owners of vehicles that are of a ’69 or older model-year or owners of a commercial vehicle or pickup that is a ’72 or older to utilize California year-of-manufacture license plates. The bill now moves to the Assembly Transportation Committee for consideration. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

 

 

 

Tue, 06/14/2016 - 08:30

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

conn
Governor Dannel Malloy signed into law legislation to require the state, upon the owner’s request, to issue titles for older vehicles not currently required to be titled under Connecticut law.

In a victory for hobbyists statewide, legislation to require the state, upon the owner’s request, to issue titles for older vehicles not currently required to be titled under Connecticut law was signed into law by Governor Dannel Malloy. These vehicles include those more than 20 model years old. The new law expands the out-of-state market for older Connecticut motor vehicles and enhances their value to collectors. 

For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.