Project vehicles can be an effective way for exhibitors to showcase their latest products and accessories.

• All vehicles must be registered by a SEMA Show exhibitor. All vehicles at the SEMA Show must be sponsored by an exhibiting company as either a booth or feature vehicle. Applications for both are available in the Exhibitor Services Manual. Feature vehicle applications must include a digital photo or rendering of the vehicle, owner and driver information and completed payment information. More information on the Feature Vehicle Program and booth vehicles are available on the SEMA Show website.

• You can participate in SEMA Battle of the Builders. If your vehicle is registered for the 2015 SEMA Show, you can participate in SEMA Battle of the Builders—a nationwide competition that brings together the best builders at the Show. The top 10 finalists will be announced at the SEMA Show, and the competition will culminate on a nationwide television special that will be filmed throughout the week. Builders can enter online.

• You can be part of SEMA Ignited. All vehicles are invited to participate in SEMA Ignited—the official SEMA Show after party. All vehicles will exit the SEMA Show during the SEMA Cruise on Friday, November 6, as they parade across the street. Vehicles will have the option to turn into the Gold Lot where SEMA Ignited will take place. Being part of SEMA Ignited gives exhibitors and vehicles additional exposure to the thousands of consumers and media in attendance.

	Project vehicles can be an effective way for exhibitors to showcase their latest products and accessories.

• All vehicles must be registered by a SEMA Show exhibitor. All vehicles at the SEMA Show must be sponsored by an exhibiting company as either a booth or feature vehicle. Applications for both are available in the Exhibitor Services Manual. Feature vehicle applications must include a digital photo or rendering of the vehicle, owner and driver information and completed payment information. More information on the Feature Vehicle Program and booth vehicles are available on the SEMA Show website.

• You can participate in SEMA Battle of the Builders. If your vehicle is registered for the 2015 SEMA Show, you can participate in SEMA Battle of the Builders—a nationwide competition that brings together the best builders at the Show. The top 10 finalists will be announced at the SEMA Show, and the competition will culminate on a nationwide television special that will be filmed throughout the week. Builders can enter online.

• You can be part of SEMA Ignited. All vehicles are invited to participate in SEMA Ignited—the official SEMA Show after party. All vehicles will exit the SEMA Show during the SEMA Cruise on Friday, November 6, as they parade across the street. Vehicles will have the option to turn into the Gold Lot where SEMA Ignited will take place. Being part of SEMA Ignited gives exhibitors and vehicles additional exposure to the thousands of consumers and media in attendance.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Employers are currently exempt from paying salaried employees overtime if they make more than about $23,660. The Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed increasing this level to about $50,440 per year. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes federal minimum wage and overtime rules for employees. The rules include exemptions for executive, administrative, professional and other “white-collar” employees. The exemption includes certain minimum qualification tests regarding primary job duties and levels of pay. The minimum pay levels have not been raised in a number of years and have not kept up with inflation since first being established. The DOL’s proposed rule would increase that amount and index it for future annual raises. 

The proposal is now subject to public comment. For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Employers are currently exempt from paying salaried employees overtime if they make more than about $23,660. The Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed increasing this level to about $50,440 per year. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes federal minimum wage and overtime rules for employees. The rules include exemptions for executive, administrative, professional and other “white-collar” employees. The exemption includes certain minimum qualification tests regarding primary job duties and levels of pay. The minimum pay levels have not been raised in a number of years and have not kept up with inflation since first being established. The DOL’s proposed rule would increase that amount and index it for future annual raises. 

The proposal is now subject to public comment. For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Employers are currently exempt from paying salaried employees overtime if they make more than about $23,660. The Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed increasing this level to about $50,440 per year. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes federal minimum wage and overtime rules for employees. The rules include exemptions for executive, administrative, professional and other “white-collar” employees. The exemption includes certain minimum qualification tests regarding primary job duties and levels of pay. The minimum pay levels have not been raised in a number of years and have not kept up with inflation since first being established. The DOL’s proposed rule would increase that amount and index it for future annual raises. 

The proposal is now subject to public comment. For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

	The Manitoba Minister of Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection has issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the province.

Thanks to the efforts of the Manitoba Association of Auto Clubs, the Manitoba Minister of Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection has issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the province. Manitoba joins several provinces, states and cities in the United States that have officially recognized the celebration. Earlier this year, the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 196 at SEMA’s request to acknowledge the day’s significance in raising awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. The date marks the sixth commemoration in what has become an annual event.  

In the previous five years, thousands of hobbyists in the United States and Canada have gathered at car cruises, parades and other events to celebrate our nation’s automotive heritage. By taking part in these events around the country, these automotive enthusiasts and related businesses have ensured that their passion was honored and recognized. There is still time to get involved. Individuals, car clubs and business owners have been registering their gatherings for inclusion on the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. However you choose, please pay tribute to our hobby’s special day by holding or attending a celebration near you. Encourage others to follow suit. Let’s get those cars and trucks out of the garage and onto the road!

Please submit the details of your celebration. For questions, contact SEMA Action Network (SAN) Director Colby Martin at 909-978-6721 or san@sema.org. You may also download the official logo and flyer from the homepage and help promote this special day.

	The Manitoba Minister of Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection has issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the province.

Thanks to the efforts of the Manitoba Association of Auto Clubs, the Manitoba Minister of Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection has issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the province. Manitoba joins several provinces, states and cities in the United States that have officially recognized the celebration. Earlier this year, the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 196 at SEMA’s request to acknowledge the day’s significance in raising awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. The date marks the sixth commemoration in what has become an annual event.  

In the previous five years, thousands of hobbyists in the United States and Canada have gathered at car cruises, parades and other events to celebrate our nation’s automotive heritage. By taking part in these events around the country, these automotive enthusiasts and related businesses have ensured that their passion was honored and recognized. There is still time to get involved. Individuals, car clubs and business owners have been registering their gatherings for inclusion on the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. However you choose, please pay tribute to our hobby’s special day by holding or attending a celebration near you. Encourage others to follow suit. Let’s get those cars and trucks out of the garage and onto the road!

Please submit the details of your celebration. For questions, contact SEMA Action Network (SAN) Director Colby Martin at 909-978-6721 or san@sema.org. You may also download the official logo and flyer from the homepage and help promote this special day.

	The Manitoba Minister of Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection has issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the province.

Thanks to the efforts of the Manitoba Association of Auto Clubs, the Manitoba Minister of Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection has issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the province. Manitoba joins several provinces, states and cities in the United States that have officially recognized the celebration. Earlier this year, the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 196 at SEMA’s request to acknowledge the day’s significance in raising awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. The date marks the sixth commemoration in what has become an annual event.  

In the previous five years, thousands of hobbyists in the United States and Canada have gathered at car cruises, parades and other events to celebrate our nation’s automotive heritage. By taking part in these events around the country, these automotive enthusiasts and related businesses have ensured that their passion was honored and recognized. There is still time to get involved. Individuals, car clubs and business owners have been registering their gatherings for inclusion on the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. However you choose, please pay tribute to our hobby’s special day by holding or attending a celebration near you. Encourage others to follow suit. Let’s get those cars and trucks out of the garage and onto the road!

Please submit the details of your celebration. For questions, contact SEMA Action Network (SAN) Director Colby Martin at 909-978-6721 or san@sema.org. You may also download the official logo and flyer from the homepage and help promote this special day.

	The Manitoba Minister of Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection has issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the province.

Thanks to the efforts of the Manitoba Association of Auto Clubs, the Manitoba Minister of Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection has issued a proclamation designating July 12, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day in the province. Manitoba joins several provinces, states and cities in the United States that have officially recognized the celebration. Earlier this year, the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 196 at SEMA’s request to acknowledge the day’s significance in raising awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. The date marks the sixth commemoration in what has become an annual event.  

In the previous five years, thousands of hobbyists in the United States and Canada have gathered at car cruises, parades and other events to celebrate our nation’s automotive heritage. By taking part in these events around the country, these automotive enthusiasts and related businesses have ensured that their passion was honored and recognized. There is still time to get involved. Individuals, car clubs and business owners have been registering their gatherings for inclusion on the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website. However you choose, please pay tribute to our hobby’s special day by holding or attending a celebration near you. Encourage others to follow suit. Let’s get those cars and trucks out of the garage and onto the road!

Please submit the details of your celebration. For questions, contact SEMA Action Network (SAN) Director Colby Martin at 909-978-6721 or san@sema.org. You may also download the official logo and flyer from the homepage and help promote this special day.

By SEMA Editors

Early-bird deadlines expire next week for four Las Vegas hotel properties.

Travel Planners—the Official Housing Service of the SEMA Show—has provided a list of early-bird deadlines that expire next week for the following four hotel properties. Showgoers are encouraged to visit the Travel & Lodging page on the SEMA Show website to lock in a guaranteed low rate.

• Riviera Hotel and Casino (July 14)
• Trump Hotel Las Vegas (July 14)
• Westin Las Vegas [formerly Casuarina] (July 14)
• SLS Las Vegas Hotel & Casino (July 15)

Keep in mind that price is only one factor to consider when booking your hotel room. Also, beware of discounted, third-party booking services that are not endorsed by SEMA. The only official SEMA Show housing provider is Travel Planners, which helps SEMA Showgoers secure hotel rooms safely and efficiently. Travel Planners provides top-rated customer service and offers consistent and negotiated rates at www.SEMAShow.com/travel.