Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals to Donate to Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts
Sat, 03/01/2014 - 10:29

SEMA News—March 2014

Half of the net proceeds generated by March’s Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals will be donated to the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts.
Half of the net proceeds generated by March’s Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals will be donated to the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts.

INDUSTRY NEWS

Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals to Donate to Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts

The Inaugural O’Reilly Auto Parts Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals presented by Lucas Oil will donate half of the net proceeds generated by the event to the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts (AXC)—an automotive learning center for high-school students.

AXC is part of the Career and Technical Education Center at Fairplex in Pomona, California, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing high-school students and community members with vocational training, including a two-year automotive industry certification program. For the first time ever, the Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals will take place March 22–23 at Fairplex in Pomona.

The AXC program was developed in collaboration with automotive business owners and classic-car enthusiasts based in the Inland Valley outside of Los Angeles. During the two-year program, students explore automotive concepts and build skills in basic mechanics, diagnostics and service, auto body, metal fabrication and restoration.

The program is funded through the generous support of private donors and sustaining partners. To make a donation, visit www.tlcfairplex.com, click “Donate Now” and choose “CTEC Auto/AXC.”


 

Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals to Donate to Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts
Sat, 03/01/2014 - 10:29

SEMA News—March 2014

Half of the net proceeds generated by March’s Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals will be donated to the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts.
Half of the net proceeds generated by March’s Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals will be donated to the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts.

INDUSTRY NEWS

Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals to Donate to Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts

The Inaugural O’Reilly Auto Parts Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals presented by Lucas Oil will donate half of the net proceeds generated by the event to the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts (AXC)—an automotive learning center for high-school students.

AXC is part of the Career and Technical Education Center at Fairplex in Pomona, California, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing high-school students and community members with vocational training, including a two-year automotive industry certification program. For the first time ever, the Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals will take place March 22–23 at Fairplex in Pomona.

The AXC program was developed in collaboration with automotive business owners and classic-car enthusiasts based in the Inland Valley outside of Los Angeles. During the two-year program, students explore automotive concepts and build skills in basic mechanics, diagnostics and service, auto body, metal fabrication and restoration.

The program is funded through the generous support of private donors and sustaining partners. To make a donation, visit www.tlcfairplex.com, click “Donate Now” and choose “CTEC Auto/AXC.”


 

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You
Sat, 03/01/2014 - 10:09

SEMA News—March 2014

INDUSTRY NEWS

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You

 

Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally.
Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally. 

  
Pursuing a pro-growth manufacturing and job-creation agenda, creating access to small-business loans and credit, finding affordable health-insurance options for employees, countering burdensome vehicle equipment regulations, preventing higher ethanol content in gasoline and combating counterfeit products. Those are just a few of the political issues facing SEMA members during this critical election year.

Join fellow SEMA members on May 14 in Washington, D.C., to show lawmakers the importance and strength of the $31 billion automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Take advantage of a unique opportunity to connect face to face with your legislators on Capitol Hill and inform them of the issues that matter most to you and your business. The SEMA Washington Rally is exclusively for SEMA members.

Scheduled events include:

  • A legislative briefing session with SEMA staff
  • One-on-one meetings with legislators and their staffs
  • An exclusive Capitol Hill luncheon with special invited guests
  • A private reception and dinner with a high-profile keynote speaker
  • Opportunities to visit attractions in the nation’s capital


To register or for more information, visit www.sema.org/dcrally or contact Dan Sadowski at dans@sema.org. The deadline to register is May 1.

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You
Sat, 03/01/2014 - 10:09

SEMA News—March 2014

INDUSTRY NEWS

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You

 

Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally.
Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally. 

  
Pursuing a pro-growth manufacturing and job-creation agenda, creating access to small-business loans and credit, finding affordable health-insurance options for employees, countering burdensome vehicle equipment regulations, preventing higher ethanol content in gasoline and combating counterfeit products. Those are just a few of the political issues facing SEMA members during this critical election year.

Join fellow SEMA members on May 14 in Washington, D.C., to show lawmakers the importance and strength of the $31 billion automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Take advantage of a unique opportunity to connect face to face with your legislators on Capitol Hill and inform them of the issues that matter most to you and your business. The SEMA Washington Rally is exclusively for SEMA members.

Scheduled events include:

  • A legislative briefing session with SEMA staff
  • One-on-one meetings with legislators and their staffs
  • An exclusive Capitol Hill luncheon with special invited guests
  • A private reception and dinner with a high-profile keynote speaker
  • Opportunities to visit attractions in the nation’s capital


To register or for more information, visit www.sema.org/dcrally or contact Dan Sadowski at dans@sema.org. The deadline to register is May 1.

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You
Sat, 03/01/2014 - 10:09

SEMA News—March 2014

INDUSTRY NEWS

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You

 

Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally.
Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally. 

  
Pursuing a pro-growth manufacturing and job-creation agenda, creating access to small-business loans and credit, finding affordable health-insurance options for employees, countering burdensome vehicle equipment regulations, preventing higher ethanol content in gasoline and combating counterfeit products. Those are just a few of the political issues facing SEMA members during this critical election year.

Join fellow SEMA members on May 14 in Washington, D.C., to show lawmakers the importance and strength of the $31 billion automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Take advantage of a unique opportunity to connect face to face with your legislators on Capitol Hill and inform them of the issues that matter most to you and your business. The SEMA Washington Rally is exclusively for SEMA members.

Scheduled events include:

  • A legislative briefing session with SEMA staff
  • One-on-one meetings with legislators and their staffs
  • An exclusive Capitol Hill luncheon with special invited guests
  • A private reception and dinner with a high-profile keynote speaker
  • Opportunities to visit attractions in the nation’s capital


To register or for more information, visit www.sema.org/dcrally or contact Dan Sadowski at dans@sema.org. The deadline to register is May 1.

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You
Sat, 03/01/2014 - 10:09

SEMA News—March 2014

INDUSTRY NEWS

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You

 

Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally.
Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally. 

  
Pursuing a pro-growth manufacturing and job-creation agenda, creating access to small-business loans and credit, finding affordable health-insurance options for employees, countering burdensome vehicle equipment regulations, preventing higher ethanol content in gasoline and combating counterfeit products. Those are just a few of the political issues facing SEMA members during this critical election year.

Join fellow SEMA members on May 14 in Washington, D.C., to show lawmakers the importance and strength of the $31 billion automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Take advantage of a unique opportunity to connect face to face with your legislators on Capitol Hill and inform them of the issues that matter most to you and your business. The SEMA Washington Rally is exclusively for SEMA members.

Scheduled events include:

  • A legislative briefing session with SEMA staff
  • One-on-one meetings with legislators and their staffs
  • An exclusive Capitol Hill luncheon with special invited guests
  • A private reception and dinner with a high-profile keynote speaker
  • Opportunities to visit attractions in the nation’s capital


To register or for more information, visit www.sema.org/dcrally or contact Dan Sadowski at dans@sema.org. The deadline to register is May 1.

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You
Sat, 03/01/2014 - 10:09

SEMA News—March 2014

INDUSTRY NEWS

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You

 

Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally.
Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally. 

  
Pursuing a pro-growth manufacturing and job-creation agenda, creating access to small-business loans and credit, finding affordable health-insurance options for employees, countering burdensome vehicle equipment regulations, preventing higher ethanol content in gasoline and combating counterfeit products. Those are just a few of the political issues facing SEMA members during this critical election year.

Join fellow SEMA members on May 14 in Washington, D.C., to show lawmakers the importance and strength of the $31 billion automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Take advantage of a unique opportunity to connect face to face with your legislators on Capitol Hill and inform them of the issues that matter most to you and your business. The SEMA Washington Rally is exclusively for SEMA members.

Scheduled events include:

  • A legislative briefing session with SEMA staff
  • One-on-one meetings with legislators and their staffs
  • An exclusive Capitol Hill luncheon with special invited guests
  • A private reception and dinner with a high-profile keynote speaker
  • Opportunities to visit attractions in the nation’s capital


To register or for more information, visit www.sema.org/dcrally or contact Dan Sadowski at dans@sema.org. The deadline to register is May 1.

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You
Sat, 03/01/2014 - 10:09

SEMA News—March 2014

INDUSTRY NEWS

Tell Congress What Matters Most to You

 

Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally.
Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus Co-Chair Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) with SEMA Chairman of the Board Nate Shelton (left) during the 2012 Washington Rally. 

  
Pursuing a pro-growth manufacturing and job-creation agenda, creating access to small-business loans and credit, finding affordable health-insurance options for employees, countering burdensome vehicle equipment regulations, preventing higher ethanol content in gasoline and combating counterfeit products. Those are just a few of the political issues facing SEMA members during this critical election year.

Join fellow SEMA members on May 14 in Washington, D.C., to show lawmakers the importance and strength of the $31 billion automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Take advantage of a unique opportunity to connect face to face with your legislators on Capitol Hill and inform them of the issues that matter most to you and your business. The SEMA Washington Rally is exclusively for SEMA members.

Scheduled events include:

  • A legislative briefing session with SEMA staff
  • One-on-one meetings with legislators and their staffs
  • An exclusive Capitol Hill luncheon with special invited guests
  • A private reception and dinner with a high-profile keynote speaker
  • Opportunities to visit attractions in the nation’s capital


To register or for more information, visit www.sema.org/dcrally or contact Dan Sadowski at dans@sema.org. The deadline to register is May 1.

Persistence Pays Off For Off-Road Enthusiasts
Sat, 03/01/2014 - 09:30

SEMA News—March 2014

REQUIRED READING

Persistence Pays Off For Off-Road Enthusiasts

After six years of back-and-forth and negotiations that spanned not only the U.S. Congress but also the U.S. military (the Marine Corps, to be precise), a compromise has been negotiated to keep 96,000 acres of land open to off-road enthusiasts in the Johnson Valley OHV area near Twentynine Palms, California.

SEMA and the SEMA Action Network (SAN) worked closely with a number of organizations related to the off-road community to support this provision, which keeps a large portion of the area open to off-road and outdoor enthusiasts while at the same time providing for the needs of the U.S. military. One of SAN’s initiatives is to look for practical solutions to off-road use questions to preserve the rights of the nation’s enthusiast communities. SEMA is gratified that, after six years, a win-win compromise could be enacted to the benefit of all parties involved.

DirtSportNation.com

Dirt Sport Nation noted that SEMA strongly supported this shared-use solution to the six-year battle over Johnson Valley. Dirt Sport Nation noted that SEMA strongly supported this shared-use solution to the six-year battle over Johnson Valley. SEMA considers this a positive development for both the U.S. Marines and OHV community. A key agreement provision states that Johnson Valley will still be under U.S. Bureau of Land Management control. It is estimated that the area generates more than $71 million annually for local economies. SEMA has been advocating for a practical solution to this standoff since the very beginning.

 
Fourwheeler.com

Four Wheeler reported that the Johnson Valley compromise proposal was led by Congressman Paul Cook. Four Wheeler reported that the Johnson Valley compromise proposal was led by Congressman Paul Cook. The magazine recognized that this agreement meets the needs of the Marine Corps while maintaining enthusiast access to Johnson Valley.

By virtue of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2014, federal protection will be provided to an area of California that was established in 1980 for OHV recreation. SEMA strongly supports this compromise between the military and off-highway vehicle users.

   
The Press-Enterprise BlogThe Press-Enterprise, Johnson Valley’s local newspaper, noted in its blog that Johnson Valley is significant, as it spans 188,000 acres, is the largest OHV area in the United States

The Press-Enterprise, Johnson Valley’s local newspaper, noted in its blog that Johnson Valley is significant, as it spans 188,000 acres, is the largest OHV area in the United States and draws about 200,000 visitors a year.

That is why SEMA has closely monitored the progress of these negotiations for six years and joined forces with the nation’s leading off-road advocacy groups.

 

 
Off-Road.comOff-Road.com reported that a provision in the 2014 National Defense Authorization Act sets aside more than 96,000 acres for off-road use.

Off-Road.com reported that a provision in the 2014 National Defense Authorization Act sets aside more than 96,000 acres for off-road use. That land will be federally protected for off-road enthusiasts. The website indicated that this is the first time a recreational area has been provided with national recognition. Of particular note is that SEMA collaborated with such organizations as the Off-Road Business Association, California Off-Highway Vehicle Association and Americans for Responsible Recreational Access to find a compromise solution.

Persistence Pays Off For Off-Road Enthusiasts
Sat, 03/01/2014 - 09:30

SEMA News—March 2014

REQUIRED READING

Persistence Pays Off For Off-Road Enthusiasts

After six years of back-and-forth and negotiations that spanned not only the U.S. Congress but also the U.S. military (the Marine Corps, to be precise), a compromise has been negotiated to keep 96,000 acres of land open to off-road enthusiasts in the Johnson Valley OHV area near Twentynine Palms, California.

SEMA and the SEMA Action Network (SAN) worked closely with a number of organizations related to the off-road community to support this provision, which keeps a large portion of the area open to off-road and outdoor enthusiasts while at the same time providing for the needs of the U.S. military. One of SAN’s initiatives is to look for practical solutions to off-road use questions to preserve the rights of the nation’s enthusiast communities. SEMA is gratified that, after six years, a win-win compromise could be enacted to the benefit of all parties involved.

DirtSportNation.com

Dirt Sport Nation noted that SEMA strongly supported this shared-use solution to the six-year battle over Johnson Valley. Dirt Sport Nation noted that SEMA strongly supported this shared-use solution to the six-year battle over Johnson Valley. SEMA considers this a positive development for both the U.S. Marines and OHV community. A key agreement provision states that Johnson Valley will still be under U.S. Bureau of Land Management control. It is estimated that the area generates more than $71 million annually for local economies. SEMA has been advocating for a practical solution to this standoff since the very beginning.

 
Fourwheeler.com

Four Wheeler reported that the Johnson Valley compromise proposal was led by Congressman Paul Cook. Four Wheeler reported that the Johnson Valley compromise proposal was led by Congressman Paul Cook. The magazine recognized that this agreement meets the needs of the Marine Corps while maintaining enthusiast access to Johnson Valley.

By virtue of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2014, federal protection will be provided to an area of California that was established in 1980 for OHV recreation. SEMA strongly supports this compromise between the military and off-highway vehicle users.

   
The Press-Enterprise BlogThe Press-Enterprise, Johnson Valley’s local newspaper, noted in its blog that Johnson Valley is significant, as it spans 188,000 acres, is the largest OHV area in the United States

The Press-Enterprise, Johnson Valley’s local newspaper, noted in its blog that Johnson Valley is significant, as it spans 188,000 acres, is the largest OHV area in the United States and draws about 200,000 visitors a year.

That is why SEMA has closely monitored the progress of these negotiations for six years and joined forces with the nation’s leading off-road advocacy groups.

 

 
Off-Road.comOff-Road.com reported that a provision in the 2014 National Defense Authorization Act sets aside more than 96,000 acres for off-road use.

Off-Road.com reported that a provision in the 2014 National Defense Authorization Act sets aside more than 96,000 acres for off-road use. That land will be federally protected for off-road enthusiasts. The website indicated that this is the first time a recreational area has been provided with national recognition. Of particular note is that SEMA collaborated with such organizations as the Off-Road Business Association, California Off-Highway Vehicle Association and Americans for Responsible Recreational Access to find a compromise solution.