Exhibitors interested in getting a jump on SEMA Show planning for 2020 can reserve booth space now at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org.

By Kyle Cheng

The monthly “SEMA Industry Indicators” report provides a snapshot of the overall economy and automotive specialty-equipment industry.

The United States enters 2020 on strong economic footing. The economy continues to grow—its longest period of expansion in history. Trade tensions appear to be easing and the odds of a recession this year continue to decrease. Likewise, consumers are confident and spending their money. While overall total vehicle sales are slightly down, consumers are spending more on cars than they ever have.

Amid this optimism, there are some concerns, particularly in the manufacturing sector. However, improving trade relations should help spur exports and reignite manufacturing in the year ahead.

Want more information on the trends affecting the specialty-equipment industry? Check out the “SEMA Industry Indicators” report each month to learn how movements in the broader economy may impact your business strategy. In this report, published monthly, you’ll get a snapshot of the overall economy and automotive specialty-equipment industry, including:

• Overall economic outlook
• New-vehicle sales and statistics on auto parts production
• Consumer sentiment and spending
• Economic growth and unemployment
• Other important industry insights

To learn more, download the January “SEMA Industry Indicators” report, now available for free at www.sema.org/research.

By Kyle Cheng

The monthly “SEMA Industry Indicators” report provides a snapshot of the overall economy and automotive specialty-equipment industry.

The United States enters 2020 on strong economic footing. The economy continues to grow—its longest period of expansion in history. Trade tensions appear to be easing and the odds of a recession this year continue to decrease. Likewise, consumers are confident and spending their money. While overall total vehicle sales are slightly down, consumers are spending more on cars than they ever have.

Amid this optimism, there are some concerns, particularly in the manufacturing sector. However, improving trade relations should help spur exports and reignite manufacturing in the year ahead.

Want more information on the trends affecting the specialty-equipment industry? Check out the “SEMA Industry Indicators” report each month to learn how movements in the broader economy may impact your business strategy. In this report, published monthly, you’ll get a snapshot of the overall economy and automotive specialty-equipment industry, including:

• Overall economic outlook
• New-vehicle sales and statistics on auto parts production
• Consumer sentiment and spending
• Economic growth and unemployment
• Other important industry insights

To learn more, download the January “SEMA Industry Indicators” report, now available for free at www.sema.org/research.

By Kristopher Porter

The open meeting is a great opportunity to learn about HRIA’s latest initiatives and find out how to get more involved with the council and the hot-rod industry at large.

The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) invites you to its open meeting to be held Friday, January 24, from 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. (PST), at the Sheraton Fairplex Hotel and Conference Center in Pomona, California, in meeting rooms Sonoma 2 and 3. If you are in town for the Media Trade Conference or Grand National Roadster Show, HRIA invites you to stop by and join the meeting as well.

The open meeting is a great opportunity to learn about HRIA’s latest initiatives and find out how to get more involved with the council and the hot-rod industry at large. HRIA select committee members and SEMA staff will be on hand to answer questions for those interested in joining HRIA.

A continental breakfast will be provided.

Register now!

For more information, contact SEMA Council Director Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690 or via email at jimsk@sema.org.

By Kristopher Porter

The open meeting is a great opportunity to learn about HRIA’s latest initiatives and find out how to get more involved with the council and the hot-rod industry at large.

The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) invites you to its open meeting to be held Friday, January 24, from 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. (PST), at the Sheraton Fairplex Hotel and Conference Center in Pomona, California, in meeting rooms Sonoma 2 and 3. If you are in town for the Media Trade Conference or Grand National Roadster Show, HRIA invites you to stop by and join the meeting as well.

The open meeting is a great opportunity to learn about HRIA’s latest initiatives and find out how to get more involved with the council and the hot-rod industry at large. HRIA select committee members and SEMA staff will be on hand to answer questions for those interested in joining HRIA.

A continental breakfast will be provided.

Register now!

For more information, contact SEMA Council Director Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690 or via email at jimsk@sema.org.

By Kristopher Porter

The SBN biannual general membership call will review 2020 and 2021 SBN initiatives and discuss opportunities for members to get more involved in the group’s programming.

The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) biannual general membership call, taking place February 4, at 10:00 a.m. (PDT), will review 2020 and 2021 SBN initiatives and discuss opportunities for members to get more involved in the group’s programming.

Do you have colleagues interested in the advancement of women in the automotive aftermarket? Invite them to join SBN. It’s easy and free for all employees of SEMA-member companies.

Call Agenda:

• Welcome and Mission Statement    
• Introductions    
• Major Initiatives    
• SBN Events
• SBN Meetup at Keystone Big Show     
• SBN Lunch & Learn    
• On-Going Volunteer Opportunities    
• Social Media/Website
• Articles—Print and Digital
• Regional Ambassadors    
• New Programs
• Member Feedback     

RSVP to SEMA’s Director of Networks Bryan Harrison to receive the teleconference number and calendar invite.

SEMA encourages those who have questions or comments during the call to ask them via the phone and/or to post inquiries on the SBN General Membership Facebook Events page.

By Kristopher Porter

The SBN biannual general membership call will review 2020 and 2021 SBN initiatives and discuss opportunities for members to get more involved in the group’s programming.

The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) biannual general membership call, taking place February 4, at 10:00 a.m. (PDT), will review 2020 and 2021 SBN initiatives and discuss opportunities for members to get more involved in the group’s programming.

Do you have colleagues interested in the advancement of women in the automotive aftermarket? Invite them to join SBN. It’s easy and free for all employees of SEMA-member companies.

Call Agenda:

• Welcome and Mission Statement    
• Introductions    
• Major Initiatives    
• SBN Events
• SBN Meetup at Keystone Big Show     
• SBN Lunch & Learn    
• On-Going Volunteer Opportunities    
• Social Media/Website
• Articles—Print and Digital
• Regional Ambassadors    
• New Programs
• Member Feedback     

RSVP to SEMA’s Director of Networks Bryan Harrison to receive the teleconference number and calendar invite.

SEMA encourages those who have questions or comments during the call to ask them via the phone and/or to post inquiries on the SBN General Membership Facebook Events page.

By Kristopher Porter

Sally McNulty

Join fellow Young Executive Network (YEN) members and industry leaders, February 4, at 11:00 a.m. (PST) on YEN’s Facebook page for the YEN Live Chat where participants can ask Snail Performance Global Time Attack driver Sally McNulty questions about the industry. Mark your calendars! You won't want to miss this.

McNulty drives a heavily modified ’17 Subaru STi that makes 560 awhp. She is also a professional race car driver for Honda Performance Development (HPD) in Honda’s turnkey Civic Si race car. She competes on a national level, earning multiple podium finishes and class records with Gridlife, Global Time Attack, TC America and Super Lap Battle. She also works with Hoonigan. McNulty is currently the fastest female in Time Attack Racing and is working toward achieving the same success in the wheel2wheel racing field.

This Live Chat is an open Q&A where participants will have a chance to communicate directly with McNulty. Have your questions ready!

By Kristopher Porter

Sally McNulty

Join fellow Young Executive Network (YEN) members and industry leaders, February 4, at 11:00 a.m. (PST) on YEN’s Facebook page for the YEN Live Chat where participants can ask Snail Performance Global Time Attack driver Sally McNulty questions about the industry. Mark your calendars! You won't want to miss this.

McNulty drives a heavily modified ’17 Subaru STi that makes 560 awhp. She is also a professional race car driver for Honda Performance Development (HPD) in Honda’s turnkey Civic Si race car. She competes on a national level, earning multiple podium finishes and class records with Gridlife, Global Time Attack, TC America and Super Lap Battle. She also works with Hoonigan. McNulty is currently the fastest female in Time Attack Racing and is working toward achieving the same success in the wheel2wheel racing field.

This Live Chat is an open Q&A where participants will have a chance to communicate directly with McNulty. Have your questions ready!