The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center.

As part of Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW), the SEMA Show attracts more than 100,000 industry leaders from more than 100 countries for unlimited profit opportunities in the automotive, truck and SUV, powersports and RV markets.

The 2015 SEMA Show drew more than 60,000 domestic and international buyers.

The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center.

As part of Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW), the SEMA Show attracts more than 100,000 industry leaders from more than 100 countries for unlimited profit opportunities in the automotive, truck and SUV, powersports and RV markets.

The 2015 SEMA Show drew more than 60,000 domestic and international buyers.

The 2016 SEMA Show is scheduled for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, in Las Vegas. Online registration for the Show, available now through October 14, is $40.

The 2015 SEMA Show gathered more than 170,000 individuals together to do business. The annual Show features manufacturers representing all segments of the industry highlighting their latest product innovations—from wheels, tires, mobile electronics, restyling kits and paint, to exhaust kits, engine upgrades, suspension components, interior products and much more.

The 2016 SEMA Show is scheduled for Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, in Las Vegas. Online registration for the Show, available now through October 14, is $40.

The 2015 SEMA Show gathered more than 170,000 individuals together to do business. The annual Show features manufacturers representing all segments of the industry highlighting their latest product innovations—from wheels, tires, mobile electronics, restyling kits and paint, to exhaust kits, engine upgrades, suspension components, interior products and much more.

By Katie Carson

SEMA’s councils and networks are now accepting award nominations to be presented during their individual receptions at the 2016 SEMA Show.

SEMA’s councils and networks honor outstanding member companies and industry professionals through their annual awards, which will be presented during their individual receptions at the 2016 SEMA Show. The winners are nominated and voted on by each council and network membership. The nomination period ends July 1.

Nominate now for the following segments:

• Automotive Restoration Market Organization
• Emerging Trends and Technology Network
• Hot Rod Industry Alliance
• Truck and Off-Road Alliance
• Professional Restylers Organization
• Wheel and Tire Council
• Manufacturers’ Rep Network
• SEMA Businesswomen’s Network
• Young Executives Network

*Nominees must be a member of the council or network for which they are being nominated.

By Katie Carson

SEMA’s councils and networks are now accepting award nominations to be presented during their individual receptions at the 2016 SEMA Show.

SEMA’s councils and networks honor outstanding member companies and industry professionals through their annual awards, which will be presented during their individual receptions at the 2016 SEMA Show. The winners are nominated and voted on by each council and network membership. The nomination period ends July 1.

Nominate now for the following segments:

• Automotive Restoration Market Organization
• Emerging Trends and Technology Network
• Hot Rod Industry Alliance
• Truck and Off-Road Alliance
• Professional Restylers Organization
• Wheel and Tire Council
• Manufacturers’ Rep Network
• SEMA Businesswomen’s Network
• Young Executives Network

*Nominees must be a member of the council or network for which they are being nominated.

By Katie Carson

SEMA’s councils and networks are now accepting award nominations to be presented during their individual receptions at the 2016 SEMA Show.

SEMA’s councils and networks honor outstanding member companies and industry professionals through their annual awards, which will be presented during their individual receptions at the 2016 SEMA Show. The winners are nominated and voted on by each council and network membership. The nomination period ends July 1.

Nominate now for the following segments:

• Automotive Restoration Market Organization
• Emerging Trends and Technology Network
• Hot Rod Industry Alliance
• Truck and Off-Road Alliance
• Professional Restylers Organization
• Wheel and Tire Council
• Manufacturers’ Rep Network
• SEMA Businesswomen’s Network
• Young Executives Network

*Nominees must be a member of the council or network for which they are being nominated.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 507 (S. Res. 507) designating July 8, 2016, as Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD).

The U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 507 (S. Res. 507) designating July 8, 2016, as Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). The Resolution was requested by SEMA and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) councils. The date marks the seventh 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.

S. Res. 507 was sponsored by Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chairs Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) and Senator Jon Tester (D-MT). The senators are strong advocates for the automotive hobby in Washington, D.C. The Caucus is an informal, non-partisan member organization that pays tribute to America’s ever-growing love affair with the car and motorsports.

“We thank the U.S. Senate for its continued recognition of the collector car hobby as a valued American tradition and pastime,” said SEMA Vice President of Government Affairs Steve McDonald. “Many states and local governments have adopted similar commemorative declarations along with a number of Canadian Provinces, making it an international recognition of the collector car industry and the millions of hobbyists it supports.”

“Our industry and vast enthusiast network also take this opportunity to thank Senators Burr and Tester for introducing and co-sponsoring the “Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports Act of 2016,” said McDonald. Introduced earlier this year, the “RPM Act” would verify what has been understood by Congress, industry and enthusiasts since 1970, that it is permissible to turn a street vehicle into a racing machine driven exclusively at the track. The EPA contends that such modifications are illegal under the Clean Air Act.

All automotive enthusiasts are encouraged to take part in this year’s CCAD celebration by planning or attending events in their communities. Through its grassroots hobbyist organization, the SEMA Action Network (SAN), SEMA is maintaining a list of scheduled events to commemorate the day. Individuals, car clubs and business owners interested in publicizing events should contact SAN Director Colby Martin at 909-978-6721 or san@sema.org. If you are unable to celebrate on July 8, SAN encourages events to be scheduled throughout the month of July.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 507 (S. Res. 507) designating July 8, 2016, as Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD).

The U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 507 (S. Res. 507) designating July 8, 2016, as Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). The Resolution was requested by SEMA and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) councils. The date marks the seventh 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.

S. Res. 507 was sponsored by Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chairs Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) and Senator Jon Tester (D-MT). The senators are strong advocates for the automotive hobby in Washington, D.C. The Caucus is an informal, non-partisan member organization that pays tribute to America’s ever-growing love affair with the car and motorsports.

“We thank the U.S. Senate for its continued recognition of the collector car hobby as a valued American tradition and pastime,” said SEMA Vice President of Government Affairs Steve McDonald. “Many states and local governments have adopted similar commemorative declarations along with a number of Canadian Provinces, making it an international recognition of the collector car industry and the millions of hobbyists it supports.”

“Our industry and vast enthusiast network also take this opportunity to thank Senators Burr and Tester for introducing and co-sponsoring the “Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports Act of 2016,” said McDonald. Introduced earlier this year, the “RPM Act” would verify what has been understood by Congress, industry and enthusiasts since 1970, that it is permissible to turn a street vehicle into a racing machine driven exclusively at the track. The EPA contends that such modifications are illegal under the Clean Air Act.

All automotive enthusiasts are encouraged to take part in this year’s CCAD celebration by planning or attending events in their communities. Through its grassroots hobbyist organization, the SEMA Action Network (SAN), SEMA is maintaining a list of scheduled events to commemorate the day. Individuals, car clubs and business owners interested in publicizing events should contact SAN Director Colby Martin at 909-978-6721 or san@sema.org. If you are unable to celebrate on July 8, SAN encourages events to be scheduled throughout the month of July.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 507 (S. Res. 507) designating July 8, 2016, as Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD).

The U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 507 (S. Res. 507) designating July 8, 2016, as Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). The Resolution was requested by SEMA and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) councils. The date marks the seventh 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.

S. Res. 507 was sponsored by Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chairs Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) and Senator Jon Tester (D-MT). The senators are strong advocates for the automotive hobby in Washington, D.C. The Caucus is an informal, non-partisan member organization that pays tribute to America’s ever-growing love affair with the car and motorsports.

“We thank the U.S. Senate for its continued recognition of the collector car hobby as a valued American tradition and pastime,” said SEMA Vice President of Government Affairs Steve McDonald. “Many states and local governments have adopted similar commemorative declarations along with a number of Canadian Provinces, making it an international recognition of the collector car industry and the millions of hobbyists it supports.”

“Our industry and vast enthusiast network also take this opportunity to thank Senators Burr and Tester for introducing and co-sponsoring the “Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports Act of 2016,” said McDonald. Introduced earlier this year, the “RPM Act” would verify what has been understood by Congress, industry and enthusiasts since 1970, that it is permissible to turn a street vehicle into a racing machine driven exclusively at the track. The EPA contends that such modifications are illegal under the Clean Air Act.

All automotive enthusiasts are encouraged to take part in this year’s CCAD celebration by planning or attending events in their communities. Through its grassroots hobbyist organization, the SEMA Action Network (SAN), SEMA is maintaining a list of scheduled events to commemorate the day. Individuals, car clubs and business owners interested in publicizing events should contact SAN Director Colby Martin at 909-978-6721 or san@sema.org. If you are unable to celebrate on July 8, SAN encourages events to be scheduled throughout the month of July.