By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (H.B. 410) introduced in the Georgia House of Representatives to allow for the installation and operation of bar-shaped auxiliary lighting on motor vehicles driven on public roads under certain conditions failed to be enacted before the legislature adjourned for the year.

Legislation (H.B. 410) introduced in the Georgia House of Representatives to allow for the installation and operation of bar-shaped auxiliary lighting on motor vehicles driven on public roads under certain conditions failed to be enacted before the legislature adjourned for the year. Currently, the use of such lighting is limited to off-road purposes only.

By rule, H.B. 410 is eligible to be carried over to the 2020 legislative session. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website.

For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (H.B. 410) introduced in the Georgia House of Representatives to allow for the installation and operation of bar-shaped auxiliary lighting on motor vehicles driven on public roads under certain conditions failed to be enacted before the legislature adjourned for the year.

Legislation (H.B. 410) introduced in the Georgia House of Representatives to allow for the installation and operation of bar-shaped auxiliary lighting on motor vehicles driven on public roads under certain conditions failed to be enacted before the legislature adjourned for the year. Currently, the use of such lighting is limited to off-road purposes only.

By rule, H.B. 410 is eligible to be carried over to the 2020 legislative session. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website.

For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (H.B. 410) introduced in the Georgia House of Representatives to allow for the installation and operation of bar-shaped auxiliary lighting on motor vehicles driven on public roads under certain conditions failed to be enacted before the legislature adjourned for the year.

Legislation (H.B. 410) introduced in the Georgia House of Representatives to allow for the installation and operation of bar-shaped auxiliary lighting on motor vehicles driven on public roads under certain conditions failed to be enacted before the legislature adjourned for the year. Currently, the use of such lighting is limited to off-road purposes only.

By rule, H.B. 410 is eligible to be carried over to the 2020 legislative session. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website.

For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.

By Linda Spencer

DeatschWerks was represented at the conference by David Deatsch (left), president, and David Reyna (second left), international sales. “There is no shortage of aftermarket enthusiasm in this car market,” said Reyna.

Join SEMA for the biannual Australia Regional Business Development Conference, May 9–13, in Melbourne. Meet with pre-vetted trade buyers in this market identified as the second-most important global export market for U.S.-based SEMA-member manufacturers.

U.S. government grants are available for qualified participants to help defray the cost. Rates begin at $3,850, and include a turnkey booth at the MotorEx Show networking reception with buyers and visiting specialty-equipment shops. Fees also include four nights’ lodging and meals.

A record number of trade buyers (160) are already registered to visit the SEMA delegation during the May 11 trade day in the SEMA section at the MotorEx Show.

SEMA Australia Regional Business Development Conference Schedule

• May 9: Dinner/briefing with top trade buyers.
• May 10: Briefing with U.S. government officials. Visit accessory, performance and off-road retailers and wholesalers.
• May 11–12: Exhibiting at the MotorEx Show. An evening networking event with buyers will be held May 11.

The next trip won’t take place until 2021, so take advantage of this opportunity now! More information is available at www.sema.org/australia, or by contacting Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

By Linda Spencer

DeatschWerks was represented at the conference by David Deatsch (left), president, and David Reyna (second left), international sales. “There is no shortage of aftermarket enthusiasm in this car market,” said Reyna.

Join SEMA for the biannual Australia Regional Business Development Conference, May 9–13, in Melbourne. Meet with pre-vetted trade buyers in this market identified as the second-most important global export market for U.S.-based SEMA-member manufacturers.

U.S. government grants are available for qualified participants to help defray the cost. Rates begin at $3,850, and include a turnkey booth at the MotorEx Show networking reception with buyers and visiting specialty-equipment shops. Fees also include four nights’ lodging and meals.

A record number of trade buyers (160) are already registered to visit the SEMA delegation during the May 11 trade day in the SEMA section at the MotorEx Show.

SEMA Australia Regional Business Development Conference Schedule

• May 9: Dinner/briefing with top trade buyers.
• May 10: Briefing with U.S. government officials. Visit accessory, performance and off-road retailers and wholesalers.
• May 11–12: Exhibiting at the MotorEx Show. An evening networking event with buyers will be held May 11.

The next trip won’t take place until 2021, so take advantage of this opportunity now! More information is available at www.sema.org/australia, or by contacting Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (S.B. 460) was introduced in the California Senate to allow motor vehicle owners the option of moving to a biennial registration period.

Legislation (SB 460) was introduced in the California Senate to allow motor-vehicle owners the option of moving to a biennial registration period. The choice to register biennially would not be mandatory.

The bill was unanimously passed by the Senate Transportation Committee on April 9 and now moves to the Appropriations Committee for further consideration.

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website.

For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (S.B. 460) was introduced in the California Senate to allow motor vehicle owners the option of moving to a biennial registration period.

Legislation (SB 460) was introduced in the California Senate to allow motor-vehicle owners the option of moving to a biennial registration period. The choice to register biennially would not be mandatory.

The bill was unanimously passed by the Senate Transportation Committee on April 9 and now moves to the Appropriations Committee for further consideration.

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network (SAN) website.

For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.

By Linda Spencer

Learn about the latest racing trends in the United Arab Emirates and surrounding countries and the opportunities for U.S. manufacturers at the 2019 SEMA Export Fair.

The 2019 SEMA Export Fair will be held July 23–24, at the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California, and is limited to the first 100 registrants.

Five reasons to join the SEMA Export Fair include:

• The opportunity to meet one-on-one with a panel of international buyers. Learn about top overseas markets, the potential for your products and even identify a possible new customer.
• Learn how to protect your intellectual property when selling overseas in 20-minute private, confidential meetings with an IPR attorney.
• Participate in a hands-on workshop on how to search, find and request the removal of any copies of your products on the popular online website Alibaba.
• Learn about the latest racing trends in the United Arab Emirates and surrounding countries and the opportunities for U.S. manufacturers.
• Tips on how to communicate effectively with overseas buyers.

Who should attend? Companies that want to grow their businesses through exporting. The program is designed to offer current exporters the opportunity to exchange best practices and discuss strategies for overcoming problems that cost them time and money, whether it be identifying the right mix of products based on vehicles on the road in the targeted market; the most cost-effective and expedient way to getting your products to overseas customers; getting paid; and protecting your trademarks, patents and copyrights. The program is also designed for those new to exporting who would like to learn how to get started in growing their customer base to reach some of the estimated 90% of buyers located outside the United States.

Registration for the 2019 SEMA Export Fair is limited. The cost is $125 for the first participant per company and $65 for each additional participant from the same company.   

By Linda Spencer

Learn about the latest racing trends in the United Arab Emirates and surrounding countries and the opportunities for U.S. manufacturers at the 2019 SEMA Export Fair.

The 2019 SEMA Export Fair will be held July 23–24, at the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, California, and is limited to the first 100 registrants.

Five reasons to join the SEMA Export Fair include:

• The opportunity to meet one-on-one with a panel of international buyers. Learn about top overseas markets, the potential for your products and even identify a possible new customer.
• Learn how to protect your intellectual property when selling overseas in 20-minute private, confidential meetings with an IPR attorney.
• Participate in a hands-on workshop on how to search, find and request the removal of any copies of your products on the popular online website Alibaba.
• Learn about the latest racing trends in the United Arab Emirates and surrounding countries and the opportunities for U.S. manufacturers.
• Tips on how to communicate effectively with overseas buyers.

Who should attend? Companies that want to grow their businesses through exporting. The program is designed to offer current exporters the opportunity to exchange best practices and discuss strategies for overcoming problems that cost them time and money, whether it be identifying the right mix of products based on vehicles on the road in the targeted market; the most cost-effective and expedient way to getting your products to overseas customers; getting paid; and protecting your trademarks, patents and copyrights. The program is also designed for those new to exporting who would like to learn how to get started in growing their customer base to reach some of the estimated 90% of buyers located outside the United States.

Registration for the 2019 SEMA Export Fair is limited. The cost is $125 for the first participant per company and $65 for each additional participant from the same company.   

This is a mule for the next-generation Ranger Raptor in Metro Detroit.

Last week, photographers got shots of a current-gen Ranger Raptor testing with a gasoline engine and posed the question “Is this just a powertrain mule for the next-gen Ranger Raptor?” Apparently the answer was “yes.” This mule doesn’t offer up much in exterior changes, but it does appear to have the next-gen interior (it’s fully camo’ed), next-gen suspension (it’s hidden by camo bristles) and next-gen powertrain (it clearly had a gas engine and now features dual exhaust).

According to Road and Track, “This new truck has a project code of P703 and shares much of its design with the upcoming Bronco. The frames for both the next-generation Ranger and Bronco are being launched by the same team at Modatek, according to social-media profiles for engineers.”

Powertrain options aren’t known at this point, but the ’19 Ranger FX4 debuted with a version of the 2.3L Ecoboost used in the Mustang and Lincoln MKC paired to a 10-speed automatic, although other engine options for the Ranger Raptor could consist of a version of the 2.7L Ecoboost V6, also found in the F-150 (this mule sounded like it had a V6).

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde