By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

Legislation (H.B. 1755) has been introduced in Texas to create a titling and registration class for assembled vehicles, including kit cars, custom vehicles and street rods, replica cars and dune buggies.

Legislation (H.B. 1755) has been introduced in Texas to create a titling and registration class for assembled vehicles, including kit cars, custom vehicles and street rods, replica cars and dune buggies. Many of these vehicles are already permitted to be titled and registered under existing state regulations, but dune buggies have been disallowed in recent years. The SEMA-supported legislation would permit their registration and confirm that the other vehicles are also eligible under state law.

The new class of assembled vehicles would be subject to inspection by an ASE-certified Master Technician for basic equipment, including the chassis, tires, wheel assembly, brake system, steering system and lighting equipment, among other items. The bill would exempt a hobbyist constructing an assembled vehicle from being a licensed manufacturer.

The House Transportation Committee held a hearing on the bill March 20 and will likely schedule a vote on the bill in the near future.  

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 (H.B. 1755) has been introduced in Texas to create a titling and registration class for assembled vehicles, including kit cars, custom vehicles and street rods, replica cars and dune buggies.

Legislation (H.B. 1755) has been introduced in Texas to create a titling and registration class for assembled vehicles, including kit cars, custom vehicles and street rods, replica cars and dune buggies. Many of these vehicles are already permitted to be titled and registered under existing state regulations, but dune buggies have been disallowed in recent years. The SEMA-supported legislation would permit their registration and confirm that the other vehicles are also eligible under state law.

The new class of assembled vehicles would be subject to inspection by an ASE-certified Master Technician for basic equipment, including the chassis, tires, wheel assembly, brake system, steering system and lighting equipment, among other items. The bill would exempt a hobbyist constructing an assembled vehicle from being a licensed manufacturer.

The House Transportation Committee held a hearing on the bill March 20 and will likely schedule a vote on the bill in the near future.  

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 (H.B. 1755) has been introduced in Texas to create a titling and registration class for assembled vehicles, including kit cars, custom vehicles and street rods, replica cars and dune buggies.

Legislation (H.B. 1755) has been introduced in Texas to create a titling and registration class for assembled vehicles, including kit cars, custom vehicles and street rods, replica cars and dune buggies. Many of these vehicles are already permitted to be titled and registered under existing state regulations, but dune buggies have been disallowed in recent years. The SEMA-supported legislation would permit their registration and confirm that the other vehicles are also eligible under state law.

The new class of assembled vehicles would be subject to inspection by an ASE-certified Master Technician for basic equipment, including the chassis, tires, wheel assembly, brake system, steering system and lighting equipment, among other items. The bill would exempt a hobbyist constructing an assembled vehicle from being a licensed manufacturer.

The House Transportation Committee held a hearing on the bill March 20 and will likely schedule a vote on the bill in the near future.  

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 (H.B. 1755) has been introduced in Texas to create a titling and registration class for assembled vehicles, including kit cars, custom vehicles and street rods, replica cars and dune buggies.

Legislation (H.B. 1755) has been introduced in Texas to create a titling and registration class for assembled vehicles, including kit cars, custom vehicles and street rods, replica cars and dune buggies. Many of these vehicles are already permitted to be titled and registered under existing state regulations, but dune buggies have been disallowed in recent years. The SEMA-supported legislation would permit their registration and confirm that the other vehicles are also eligible under state law.

The new class of assembled vehicles would be subject to inspection by an ASE-certified Master Technician for basic equipment, including the chassis, tires, wheel assembly, brake system, steering system and lighting equipment, among other items. The bill would exempt a hobbyist constructing an assembled vehicle from being a licensed manufacturer.

The House Transportation Committee held a hearing on the bill March 20 and will likely schedule a vote on the bill in the near future.  

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

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

By Douglas McColloch

The SEMA Data Co-op 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.

Flowmaster Cat-Back Exhaust System for 2015-19 F-150 Holley has announced the release of Flowmaster's new "FlowFX" Cat-Back Exhaust System for 2015-19 Ford F-150s equipped with the 2.7L I-4, 3.5L V-6 and 5.0L V-8 engines. It's made of stainless steel and is said to connect seamlessly to the factory cat-pipe flanges. The system features a 3-inch mandrel-bent tube that flows into a straight-through FlowFX performance muffler. The tailpipe exits behind the passenger-side rear tire and is finished off with a large 4.5-inch black ceramic-coated exhaust tip embossed with the Flowmaster logo. The kit comes with detailed instructions and all necessary hardware, and it uses the factory hanger locations to facilitate easy installation. 866-464-6533 www.holley.com PN 717887
Sinister Diesel Pitbull Series Turbocharger for Ram Cummins Sinister Diesel has released a new Pitbull Series Turbocharger for 2003=2007 Ram pickups equipped with the 5.9L Cummins diesel engine. It is said to support up to 500 horsepower while improving acceleration and torque when towing, racing or in any situation requiring increased performance. The “drop-in” turbocharger's upgraded 62mm compressor wheel features larger blades paired with a high-flow compressor cover, resulting in quicker spool-up and drivability. The lightweight forged milled wheel is said to be stronger than stock and able to withstand higher wheel speeds for improved flow. The wastegate turnbuckle boost control is said to make boost adjustment easier, and it works with both stock and aftermarket injectors. The turbo is powder-coated in Sinister Blue for a custom look. 916-772-9253 www.sinisterdiesel.com PN SD-PB-5.9-TURBO-03
Superchips EAS Expandable Accessory System Superchips has released a new Expandable Accessory System (EAS) line for use with the company's Dashpaq+ performance programmer and on-dash monitor combination. The EAS lineup is comprised of sensors that monitor various vehicle functions including fluid temp, EGT, and ambient temp boost pressure, as well as a starter cable and electronic power switch (pictured). The system allows for daisy-chaining the setup, permitting users to connect multiple accessories, including other aftermarket wideband O2 sensors, directly to the Dashpaq+. With EAS enabled, users can monitor and data-log countless sets of parameters, and hook aftermarket accessories directly to their device to turn them on or off from the Dashpaq+ screen without a tangled mass of wires on the dash or under the hood. 888-227-2447 www.superchips.com PN varies by component
Holley Terminator X and X Max EFI Systems for GM LS Holley has released new a NOS Supercharger Injector Plate Nitrous System. Compatible with both 6-71 and 8-71 Roots-style superchargers and available in your either black or silver, the systems are said to provide 175 additional horsepower, and can add up to extra 250 horsepower with the proper jetting. The NOS systems come with or without a 10-pound nitrous bottle and include everything you need in one comprehensive kit: a low-profile (1/2-inch) aluminum plate, hardline, nozzles, jets, studs, gaskets, a fuel block, and detailed, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. The systems inject nitrous into the engine at -127 degrees Fahrenheit, and as it mixes with incoming air, it lowers intake temperatures by as much as 75 degrees. This denser intake charge is said to boost power and torque by up to 40 percent across the entire powerband, and because the nitrous can be injected at lower rpm—before the engine reaches full boost—it can eliminate lag time and delivers instantaneous power. 866-464-6533 www.holley.com PN 13350-CBNOS
Kleinn Direct-Fit Air Systems and Air Horns for GM Trucks Kleinn Air Horns has announced the release of Direct Fit Onboard Air Systems and Air Horns for 2007.5-13 and 2016-18 GM 1500 trucks and SUVs, and for 2007-19 2500/3500HD pickups. The 100-percent duty-cycle kit utilizes a 150psi waterproof air compressor and a 3-gallon air tank to inflate large tires, power air tools, or engage the air horns. The kits are available in either the Model 730 "Demon™" or Model 230 "The Beast™" with triple train horns (pictured) or as a stand-alone onboard air system without the horn(s). Also included in the onboard air system is a remote-mount, quick-connect 30-foot tire inflator. The kits come with all necessary hardware for installation and are said to be 100-pecent bolt-on, with no cutting, drilling or welding required. 520-579-1531 www.kleinn.com PN varies by kit

By Douglas McColloch

The SEMA Data Co-op 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.

Flowmaster Cat-Back Exhaust System for 2015-19 F-150 Holley has announced the release of Flowmaster's new "FlowFX" Cat-Back Exhaust System for 2015-19 Ford F-150s equipped with the 2.7L I-4, 3.5L V-6 and 5.0L V-8 engines. It's made of stainless steel and is said to connect seamlessly to the factory cat-pipe flanges. The system features a 3-inch mandrel-bent tube that flows into a straight-through FlowFX performance muffler. The tailpipe exits behind the passenger-side rear tire and is finished off with a large 4.5-inch black ceramic-coated exhaust tip embossed with the Flowmaster logo. The kit comes with detailed instructions and all necessary hardware, and it uses the factory hanger locations to facilitate easy installation. 866-464-6533 www.holley.com PN 717887
Sinister Diesel Pitbull Series Turbocharger for Ram Cummins Sinister Diesel has released a new Pitbull Series Turbocharger for 2003=2007 Ram pickups equipped with the 5.9L Cummins diesel engine. It is said to support up to 500 horsepower while improving acceleration and torque when towing, racing or in any situation requiring increased performance. The “drop-in” turbocharger's upgraded 62mm compressor wheel features larger blades paired with a high-flow compressor cover, resulting in quicker spool-up and drivability. The lightweight forged milled wheel is said to be stronger than stock and able to withstand higher wheel speeds for improved flow. The wastegate turnbuckle boost control is said to make boost adjustment easier, and it works with both stock and aftermarket injectors. The turbo is powder-coated in Sinister Blue for a custom look. 916-772-9253 www.sinisterdiesel.com PN SD-PB-5.9-TURBO-03
Superchips EAS Expandable Accessory System Superchips has released a new Expandable Accessory System (EAS) line for use with the company's Dashpaq+ performance programmer and on-dash monitor combination. The EAS lineup is comprised of sensors that monitor various vehicle functions including fluid temp, EGT, and ambient temp boost pressure, as well as a starter cable and electronic power switch (pictured). The system allows for daisy-chaining the setup, permitting users to connect multiple accessories, including other aftermarket wideband O2 sensors, directly to the Dashpaq+. With EAS enabled, users can monitor and data-log countless sets of parameters, and hook aftermarket accessories directly to their device to turn them on or off from the Dashpaq+ screen without a tangled mass of wires on the dash or under the hood. 888-227-2447 www.superchips.com PN varies by component
Holley Terminator X and X Max EFI Systems for GM LS Holley has released new a NOS Supercharger Injector Plate Nitrous System. Compatible with both 6-71 and 8-71 Roots-style superchargers and available in your either black or silver, the systems are said to provide 175 additional horsepower, and can add up to extra 250 horsepower with the proper jetting. The NOS systems come with or without a 10-pound nitrous bottle and include everything you need in one comprehensive kit: a low-profile (1/2-inch) aluminum plate, hardline, nozzles, jets, studs, gaskets, a fuel block, and detailed, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. The systems inject nitrous into the engine at -127 degrees Fahrenheit, and as it mixes with incoming air, it lowers intake temperatures by as much as 75 degrees. This denser intake charge is said to boost power and torque by up to 40 percent across the entire powerband, and because the nitrous can be injected at lower rpm—before the engine reaches full boost—it can eliminate lag time and delivers instantaneous power. 866-464-6533 www.holley.com PN 13350-CBNOS
Kleinn Direct-Fit Air Systems and Air Horns for GM Trucks Kleinn Air Horns has announced the release of Direct Fit Onboard Air Systems and Air Horns for 2007.5-13 and 2016-18 GM 1500 trucks and SUVs, and for 2007-19 2500/3500HD pickups. The 100-percent duty-cycle kit utilizes a 150psi waterproof air compressor and a 3-gallon air tank to inflate large tires, power air tools, or engage the air horns. The kits are available in either the Model 730 "Demon™" or Model 230 "The Beast™" with triple train horns (pictured) or as a stand-alone onboard air system without the horn(s). Also included in the onboard air system is a remote-mount, quick-connect 30-foot tire inflator. The kits come with all necessary hardware for installation and are said to be 100-pecent bolt-on, with no cutting, drilling or welding required. 520-579-1531 www.kleinn.com PN varies by kit

By Jason Catullo

The Exhibitor Summit was designed to help companies save money, plan ahead and generate more business during the week of the SEMA Show.

Introducing new products to the industry and to more than 70,000 buyers are the top reasons companies participate in the SEMA Show. However, most exhibitors have additional goals they want to achieve through the Show, such as meeting new and existing buyers, generating media coverage and promoting brand awareness. Regardless of what market you serve, if you are new exhibitors, or want tips and insight on creating an efficient Show budget, the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit will answer your questions and add more value to your Show experience.

Open to all employees of exhibiting companies, the Exhibitor Summit was developed to provide insight on Show operations to inform exhibitors about the resources available to generate more business at the Show.

Register for the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit.

The Exhibitor Summit takes place Monday–Tuesday, June 17–19, in Las Vegas. There is no cost to participate in the Summit, and limited complimentary hotel rooms are available to exhibitors and staff.

More information about the 2019 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By Jason Catullo

The Exhibitor Summit was designed to help companies save money, plan ahead and generate more business during the week of the SEMA Show.

Introducing new products to the industry and to more than 70,000 buyers are the top reasons companies participate in the SEMA Show. However, most exhibitors have additional goals they want to achieve through the Show, such as meeting new and existing buyers, generating media coverage and promoting brand awareness. Regardless of what market you serve, if you are new exhibitors, or want tips and insight on creating an efficient Show budget, the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit will answer your questions and add more value to your Show experience.

Open to all employees of exhibiting companies, the Exhibitor Summit was developed to provide insight on Show operations to inform exhibitors about the resources available to generate more business at the Show.

Register for the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit.

The Exhibitor Summit takes place Monday–Tuesday, June 17–19, in Las Vegas. There is no cost to participate in the Summit, and limited complimentary hotel rooms are available to exhibitors and staff.

More information about the 2019 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By Jason Catullo

The Exhibitor Summit was designed to help companies save money, plan ahead and generate more business during the week of the SEMA Show.

Introducing new products to the industry and to more than 70,000 buyers are the top reasons companies participate in the SEMA Show. However, most exhibitors have additional goals they want to achieve through the Show, such as meeting new and existing buyers, generating media coverage and promoting brand awareness. Regardless of what market you serve, if you are new exhibitors, or want tips and insight on creating an efficient Show budget, the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit will answer your questions and add more value to your Show experience.

Open to all employees of exhibiting companies, the Exhibitor Summit was developed to provide insight on Show operations to inform exhibitors about the resources available to generate more business at the Show.

Register for the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit.

The Exhibitor Summit takes place Monday–Tuesday, June 17–19, in Las Vegas. There is no cost to participate in the Summit, and limited complimentary hotel rooms are available to exhibitors and staff.

More information about the 2019 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

By Katie Hurst

Learn more about the SEMA High School Vehicle Build Program at www.sema.org/student-builds.

Five high school auto-shop programs across the nation will each upgrade a Jeep Wrangler TJ.

SEMA has partnered with five high school auto-shop programs across the nation to upgrade five Jeep Wrangler TJs in an effort to introduce students to automotive customization. This program provides a hands-on, interactive learning experience with aftermarket products and directly connects aftermarket companies with high school instructors and students.

The following companies have raised their hands to support the program, the students and the instructors to promote youth engagement, customization skills and the automotive lifestyle.

• Advance Auto Parts
• Atturo Tire
• The Carlstar Group/Cragar Wheels (Black Rock Wheels)
• Collins Bros Jeeps (Black Mountain)
• Covercraft
• Diode Dynamics
• Finishmaster
• Hi-Lift
• Husky Liners
• JcrOffroad Inc.
• Just Jeep ’N Stuff
• Katzkin Automotive Leather
• Omix-ADA (Rugged Ridge)
• Painless Performance Products
• Pilot Automotive (Rolling Big Power)
• QuietRide Solutions
• Rancho Suspension & Shocks
• Rock Krawler Suspension
• Skyjacker Suspensions
• Superlift Suspension
• T-REX Truck Products Inc.
• Unicorn Tire (Travelstar)

Learn more about the SEMA High School Vehicle Build Program, the partnering high schools and follow the progress of their builds on the program’s website www.sema.org/student-builds.

Companies can support the program through product donations, product demonstrations and scheduled visits to the schools. To participate, please fill out the Build Partnership form or contact Katie Hurst.