By Kristopher Porter

General membership meeting attendees will hear the latest updates from the select committee and participate in an open discussion on the hot-rod industry.

The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) is once again hosting a general membership meeting at the Goodguys 22nd PPG Nationals, Thursday, July 11, from 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m., at the Ohio Expo Center, upstairs in Kasich Hall (Formerly Cardinal Hall), 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, OH 43211

General membership meetings are a great opportunity to learn more about the council and resources available to HRIA members. Attendees will hear the latest updates from the select committee and participate in an open discussion on the hot-rod industry. The meeting also provides a chance to enjoy refreshments and a snack while connecting with fellow hot-rod professionals.

For questions regarding HRIA or this event, contact Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690.

Reserve your tickets.

Attendee registration is for distributors, retailers, installers, PR/marketing staff and buyers who will meet with exhibitors. Applicants may be required to submit proof of industry employment. Approved domestic attendees registered prior to October 11 will receive their badges in the mail.

Attendee registration is for distributors, retailers, installers, PR/marketing staff and buyers who will meet with exhibitors. Applicants may be required to submit proof of industry employment. Approved domestic attendees registered prior to October 11 will receive their badges in the mail.

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

By Jason Catullo

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) is “data central” for hundreds of specialty parts brands, representing millions of part numbers and tens of millions of vehicle applications. Created by SEMA, the SDC is the definitive, industry-owned and -operated centralized data repository, complete with a comprehensive set of online data management tools.

The product releases below are from SEMA members who are also part of the SDC at the the Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum level. Learn more about the SDC at www.semadatacoop.org.

SDC members are invited to submit new-product press releases for consideration to editors@sema.org.

Holley Performance Products Hays Twister GM 6L80E Full Race Torque Converters Holley announced the release of Hays Twister Full Race Torque Converters for GM 6L80E six-speed automatic transmissions. Designed specifically for blown, nitrous and turbocharged trans-brake applications, they're available in four different stall-speed ranges: 2400-2800, 2800-3200, 3200-3600 and 3600-4200. The torque converters are internally welded (not brazed), which the company says provides longer life and greater consistency, and are also spray-welded, in select areas. Heavy-duty Torrington bearings and carefully selected stators with high-flow vents and channels promote cooling, and a custom-designed anti-balloon plate prevents converter swelling.
MAHLE CleanLine Fuel Filters MAHLE Aftermarket's new CleanLine fuel filters were designed by the company to lower maintenance costs for injection nozzles and fuel pumps. According to MAHLE, the spin-on filters offer exceptional water separation efficiency throughout their lifetime. The company also says that the dust retention capacity is also significantly higher than that of conventional filters. From 2020, two variants of the new CleanLine filter will be available worldwide, with single- or two-stage separation. The single-stage variant filters dirt particles and water in one step. The two-stage variant filters in two separate steps: first the dirt and then the water via a water-repellent, synthetic fabric. +49 711 501-12374 www.mahle.com
AutoMeter Short Sweep Electric and Full Sweep Mechanical Additions to Chrono Series AutoMeter introduced its latest expansion to the Chrono lineup with new short-sweep electric and full-sweep mechanical gauges. These gauges combine highly detailed 3-D beveled dials, precise movements, white LED through-the-dial lighting for better visibility and a bright anodized low-rise bezel. AutoMeter says that the quality details of Chrono will provide a timeless styling, and that the elegant design looks great in everything from American musclecars to classic trucks. www.autometer.com
Rampage Products TrailCrawler Skid Plate For Jeep Gladiator, Wrangler JL Rampage Products has announced the release of TrailCrawler Skid Plate for Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler JL. The plate is designed to bolt onto the under carriage for protection and can be ordered with an optional integrated 20-in. LED light bar. The TrailCrawler Skid Plate is engineered to be compatible with the factory bumper as well as most aftermarket bumpers. Each skid plate is manufactured from durable 1/4-in. steel and is finished in a light textured black powder coat. The light bar equipped model includes a 20-in. single row, 3,000-lumen LED light with a complete wiring harness and in-cab switch. 800-328-2409 www.rampageproducts.com PN: 7689 PN: 7688
IDIDIT Lightweight Mustang Race Column IDIDIT announced the release of Pro-Fab Lightweight Steering Column for ’05–’14 Ford Mustang. The race columns weigh 3.85 lbs. Designed for drag, autocross, road course and off-road racing, the columns are engineered to be direct factory replacements and bolt directly to the factory mounting points and factory steering shaft. The columns come equipped with an extended shaft designed to allow the installer to trim to fit and then pair the column with an IDIDIT Performance quick-release steering hub to adapt the column to the race car. 517-424-0577 www.ididitinc.com PN: 1090051455
Holley Performance Products Intech Mustang Cold Air Intakes Holley has announced the release of iNTECH Mustang cold-air intakes. Designed specifically for ’18–’19 5.0L Coyote-powered Ford Mustangs, the intake is engineered to match the rest of the engine compartment and add 22hp and 19 additional lb.-ft. of torque. The intake is engineered to keep debris and heat from entering the intake and robbing power. 866-464-6553 www.holley.com PN: 223-11

By Jason Catullo

The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) is “data central” for hundreds of specialty parts brands, representing millions of part numbers and tens of millions of vehicle applications. Created by SEMA, the SDC is the definitive, industry-owned and -operated centralized data repository, complete with a comprehensive set of online data management tools.

The product releases below are from SEMA members who are also part of the SDC at the the Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum level. Learn more about the SDC at www.semadatacoop.org.

SDC members are invited to submit new-product press releases for consideration to editors@sema.org.

Holley Performance Products Hays Twister GM 6L80E Full Race Torque Converters Holley announced the release of Hays Twister Full Race Torque Converters for GM 6L80E six-speed automatic transmissions. Designed specifically for blown, nitrous and turbocharged trans-brake applications, they're available in four different stall-speed ranges: 2400-2800, 2800-3200, 3200-3600 and 3600-4200. The torque converters are internally welded (not brazed), which the company says provides longer life and greater consistency, and are also spray-welded, in select areas. Heavy-duty Torrington bearings and carefully selected stators with high-flow vents and channels promote cooling, and a custom-designed anti-balloon plate prevents converter swelling.
MAHLE CleanLine Fuel Filters MAHLE Aftermarket's new CleanLine fuel filters were designed by the company to lower maintenance costs for injection nozzles and fuel pumps. According to MAHLE, the spin-on filters offer exceptional water separation efficiency throughout their lifetime. The company also says that the dust retention capacity is also significantly higher than that of conventional filters. From 2020, two variants of the new CleanLine filter will be available worldwide, with single- or two-stage separation. The single-stage variant filters dirt particles and water in one step. The two-stage variant filters in two separate steps: first the dirt and then the water via a water-repellent, synthetic fabric. +49 711 501-12374 www.mahle.com
AutoMeter Short Sweep Electric and Full Sweep Mechanical Additions to Chrono Series AutoMeter introduced its latest expansion to the Chrono lineup with new short-sweep electric and full-sweep mechanical gauges. These gauges combine highly detailed 3-D beveled dials, precise movements, white LED through-the-dial lighting for better visibility and a bright anodized low-rise bezel. AutoMeter says that the quality details of Chrono will provide a timeless styling, and that the elegant design looks great in everything from American musclecars to classic trucks. www.autometer.com
Rampage Products TrailCrawler Skid Plate For Jeep Gladiator, Wrangler JL Rampage Products has announced the release of TrailCrawler Skid Plate for Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler JL. The plate is designed to bolt onto the under carriage for protection and can be ordered with an optional integrated 20-in. LED light bar. The TrailCrawler Skid Plate is engineered to be compatible with the factory bumper as well as most aftermarket bumpers. Each skid plate is manufactured from durable 1/4-in. steel and is finished in a light textured black powder coat. The light bar equipped model includes a 20-in. single row, 3,000-lumen LED light with a complete wiring harness and in-cab switch. 800-328-2409 www.rampageproducts.com PN: 7689 PN: 7688
IDIDIT Lightweight Mustang Race Column IDIDIT announced the release of Pro-Fab Lightweight Steering Column for ’05–’14 Ford Mustang. The race columns weigh 3.85 lbs. Designed for drag, autocross, road course and off-road racing, the columns are engineered to be direct factory replacements and bolt directly to the factory mounting points and factory steering shaft. The columns come equipped with an extended shaft designed to allow the installer to trim to fit and then pair the column with an IDIDIT Performance quick-release steering hub to adapt the column to the race car. 517-424-0577 www.ididitinc.com PN: 1090051455
Holley Performance Products Intech Mustang Cold Air Intakes Holley has announced the release of iNTECH Mustang cold-air intakes. Designed specifically for ’18–’19 5.0L Coyote-powered Ford Mustangs, the intake is engineered to match the rest of the engine compartment and add 22hp and 19 additional lb.-ft. of torque. The intake is engineered to keep debris and heat from entering the intake and robbing power. 866-464-6553 www.holley.com PN: 223-11

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee passed legislation to create a commission that would recommend ways to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Route 66, which was commissioned in 1926 as the first all-paved U.S. highway. The “Route 66 Centennial Commission Act,” S. 1014, creates a 15-person commission with representatives appointed by the President of the United States, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation, Speaker of the U.S. House, President of the U.S. Senate, and Governors of Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California. 

The bill provides the commission with five years to make recommendations to the President and Congress, outlining financial and administrative responsibilities for celebrating the 100th anniversary. The commission may recommend the production of various written materials, films and documentaries, education programs, artistic works, commemorative memorabilia and celebrations to commemorate Route 66’s storied history.  

The bipartisan bill now awaits action on the U.S. Senate floor. A similar version of the bill, H.R. 66, passed the U.S. House of Representatives earlier this year by a margin of 393 to 22.

For more information, contact Eric Snyder at erics@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee passed legislation to create a commission that would recommend ways to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Route 66, which was commissioned in 1926 as the first all-paved U.S. highway. The “Route 66 Centennial Commission Act,” S. 1014, creates a 15-person commission with representatives appointed by the President of the United States, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation, Speaker of the U.S. House, President of the U.S. Senate, and Governors of Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California. 

The bill provides the commission with five years to make recommendations to the President and Congress, outlining financial and administrative responsibilities for celebrating the 100th anniversary. The commission may recommend the production of various written materials, films and documentaries, education programs, artistic works, commemorative memorabilia and celebrations to commemorate Route 66’s storied history.  

The bipartisan bill now awaits action on the U.S. Senate floor. A similar version of the bill, H.R. 66, passed the U.S. House of Representatives earlier this year by a margin of 393 to 22.

For more information, contact Eric Snyder at erics@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee passed legislation to create a commission that would recommend ways to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Route 66, which was commissioned in 1926 as the first all-paved U.S. highway. The “Route 66 Centennial Commission Act,” S. 1014, creates a 15-person commission with representatives appointed by the President of the United States, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation, Speaker of the U.S. House, President of the U.S. Senate, and Governors of Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California. 

The bill provides the commission with five years to make recommendations to the President and Congress, outlining financial and administrative responsibilities for celebrating the 100th anniversary. The commission may recommend the production of various written materials, films and documentaries, education programs, artistic works, commemorative memorabilia and celebrations to commemorate Route 66’s storied history.  

The bipartisan bill now awaits action on the U.S. Senate floor. A similar version of the bill, H.R. 66, passed the U.S. House of Representatives earlier this year by a margin of 393 to 22.

For more information, contact Eric Snyder at erics@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD) will be celebrated this year on July 12. At the request of SEMA, this holiday has been marked each year since 2010 by a U.S. Congressional Resolution recognizing that the “collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.” As in years past, a wide range of automotive events will be held to commemorate the occasion. As this annual event continues to grow worldwide, states, provinces, counties and cities are following suit with their own recognition. SEMA encourages participation throughout the month of July to honor the classics of the past and the future.

Plan and submit your July event at no cost, locate a listing near you and more on the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website.

Check out the SAN’s video PSA for tips on setting up your tribute. Please share it with your friends using the following link: https://youtu.be/Y7xdzzhf8eE.

Celebrate the Hobby Your Way!

• Attend an official vehicle-inspired event.
• Host your own gathering or club meeting.
• Promote a “holiday sale” at your business.
• Invite partnerships with nearby enthusiast-related groups.
• Drive your special ride, new or old, whatever the destination.

Participating organizers will be awarded a copy of the Congressional resolution for display at their registered event.