Staying up-to-date on legislation related to the automotive hobby and to small businesses is essential to the success of the industry. However, it's also a challenge—given the vast number of issues that exist on the federal, state and local levels. Knowing what source to turn to makes it easier. Thanks to several active publications, industry professionals and enthusiasts are kept well-informed about key issues.

To ensure that you don't miss out on the news that you need to know, be sure to add the following publications to your "must read" list.

Motorcycles and scooters play a key role in transportation systems throughout much of the world. Economical to own, maintain and use, easily navigated through tight, winding roads, a breeze to park and flat out fun to ride, they are primary conveyances in Asia and large segments of Europe. In the United States, however, motorcycles and other powersports machines, such as all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and side-by-side utility-type vehicle (UTVs), are viewed almost exclusively as luxury items—toys that enthusiasts prize but most mainstream consumers consider only for hobby or secondary use. [Read more]

Motorcycles and scooters play a key role in transportation systems throughout much of the world. Economical to own, maintain and use, easily navigated through tight, winding roads, a breeze to park and flat out fun to ride, they are primary conveyances in Asia and large segments of Europe. In the United States, however, motorcycles and other powersports machines, such as all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and side-by-side utility-type vehicle (UTVs), are viewed almost exclusively as luxury items—toys that enthusiasts prize but most mainstream consumers consider only for hobby or secondary use. [Read more]

Motorcycles and scooters play a key role in transportation systems throughout much of the world. Economical to own, maintain and use, easily navigated through tight, winding roads, a breeze to park and flat out fun to ride, they are primary conveyances in Asia and large segments of Europe. In the United States, however, motorcycles and other powersports machines, such as all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and side-by-side utility-type vehicle (UTVs), are viewed almost exclusively as luxury items—toys that enthusiasts prize but most mainstream consumers consider only for hobby or secondary use. [Read more]

In the April issue of SEMA News, we ran an extended look at what the ProPledge Warranty Assurance program is and how it can benefit member companies. Part of the ongoing development of the program is to profile its existing members as well as those who see the value and benefits of what ProPledge can offer. The goals set forth with a program such as ProPledge are to grow and learn from its current membership roster so that it may be of benefit to future ProPledge partners.

For a detailed analysis of ProPledge and its benefits to nearly every SEMA-member company, visit the ProPledge website, www.propledge.com, or call 818/248-4449 for more information. [Read more]

In the April issue of SEMA News, we ran an extended look at what the ProPledge Warranty Assurance program is and how it can benefit member companies. Part of the ongoing development of the program is to profile its existing members as well as those who see the value and benefits of what ProPledge can offer. The goals set forth with a program such as ProPledge are to grow and learn from its current membership roster so that it may be of benefit to future ProPledge partners.

For a detailed analysis of ProPledge and its benefits to nearly every SEMA-member company, visit the ProPledge website, www.propledge.com, or call 818/248-4449 for more information. [Read more]

In the April issue of SEMA News, we ran an extended look at what the ProPledge Warranty Assurance program is and how it can benefit member companies. Part of the ongoing development of the program is to profile its existing members as well as those who see the value and benefits of what ProPledge can offer. The goals set forth with a program such as ProPledge are to grow and learn from its current membership roster so that it may be of benefit to future ProPledge partners.

For a detailed analysis of ProPledge and its benefits to nearly every SEMA-member company, visit the ProPledge website, www.propledge.com, or call 818/248-4449 for more information. [Read more]

In the April issue of SEMA News, we ran an extended look at what the ProPledge Warranty Assurance program is and how it can benefit member companies. Part of the ongoing development of the program is to profile its existing members as well as those who see the value and benefits of what ProPledge can offer. The goals set forth with a program such as ProPledge are to grow and learn from its current membership roster so that it may be of benefit to future ProPledge partners.

For a detailed analysis of ProPledge and its benefits to nearly every SEMA-member company, visit the ProPledge website, www.propledge.com, or call 818/248-4449 for more information. [Read more]

In the April issue of SEMA News, we ran an extended look at what the ProPledge Warranty Assurance program is and how it can benefit member companies. Part of the ongoing development of the program is to profile its existing members as well as those who see the value and benefits of what ProPledge can offer. The goals set forth with a program such as ProPledge are to grow and learn from its current membership roster so that it may be of benefit to future ProPledge partners.

For a detailed analysis of ProPledge and its benefits to nearly every SEMA-member company, visit the ProPledge website, www.propledge.com, or call 818/248-4449 for more information. [Read more]

As most spirited drivers who keep an eye peeled for patrol cars can attest, the Dodge Charger has charmed its way into law enforcement fleets nationwide during the last couple of years. The Detroit News cites Chrysler figures as showing the Charger accounting for 18% of sales to police departments, an increase from 14% in 2007. And although Ford still has more than 70% of the law enforcement market with its venerable Crown Victoria Police Interceptor (soon to be succeeded by a Taurus police package), and General Motors looks to regain its share with a re-introduced rear-drive Chevrolet Caprice for 2011, Dodge won’t cede its hard-won market share easily, as evidenced by these testing shots from Brenda Priddy’s spy network. Chrysler still remembers when its Plymouth Grand Fury was an unwelcome sight for automotive transgressors back in the ’60s. Priddy says the 2011 Charger, referred to internally as "LD," will ride on an updated version of the "LX" chassis and be powered by a base-model 3.6L V6, a 360hp 5.7L Hemi V8 or the meatiest of the group, a 6.4L Hemi V8.

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