Thu, 08/29/2019 - 12:34

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

President Trump directed that 25% tariffs already being imposed on $250 billion worth of Chinese goods be increased to 30% on October 1. The subject goods have been divided into three separate groups. The so-called “List 1” and “List 2” goods are valued at $50 billion and include some miscellaneous metal and rubber parts for auto equipment, machinery, tools and measurement devices. “List 3” imports cover about $200 billion worth of goods including most auto parts, from engines and metal fasteners to tires and brake pads.  

List 4 imports are scheduled to go into effect on September 1 and December 15 on an estimated $112 billion and $160 billion worth of Chinese goods, respectively. Originally targeted as 10% tariffs, they will now be 15% tariffs when imposed. The List 4 products cover a wide range of finished consumer products such as cell phones, laptops, computer monitors, video game consoles, and certain toys, footwear and clothing.  

All the tariffs are being imposed as an incentive for U.S. and Chinese officials to negotiate six separate trade documents covering agriculture, services, non-tariff barriers, currency, intellectual property rights and forced technology transfers and cybersecurity. The most recent trade talks have not yielded significant results. 

For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

Thu, 08/29/2019 - 12:34

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

President Trump directed that 25% tariffs already being imposed on $250 billion worth of Chinese goods be increased to 30% on October 1. The subject goods have been divided into three separate groups. The so-called “List 1” and “List 2” goods are valued at $50 billion and include some miscellaneous metal and rubber parts for auto equipment, machinery, tools and measurement devices. “List 3” imports cover about $200 billion worth of goods including most auto parts, from engines and metal fasteners to tires and brake pads.  

List 4 imports are scheduled to go into effect on September 1 and December 15 on an estimated $112 billion and $160 billion worth of Chinese goods, respectively. Originally targeted as 10% tariffs, they will now be 15% tariffs when imposed. The List 4 products cover a wide range of finished consumer products such as cell phones, laptops, computer monitors, video game consoles, and certain toys, footwear and clothing.  

All the tariffs are being imposed as an incentive for U.S. and Chinese officials to negotiate six separate trade documents covering agriculture, services, non-tariff barriers, currency, intellectual property rights and forced technology transfers and cybersecurity. The most recent trade talks have not yielded significant results. 

For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

Thu, 08/29/2019 - 12:34

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

President Trump directed that 25% tariffs already being imposed on $250 billion worth of Chinese goods be increased to 30% on October 1. The subject goods have been divided into three separate groups. The so-called “List 1” and “List 2” goods are valued at $50 billion and include some miscellaneous metal and rubber parts for auto equipment, machinery, tools and measurement devices. “List 3” imports cover about $200 billion worth of goods including most auto parts, from engines and metal fasteners to tires and brake pads.  

List 4 imports are scheduled to go into effect on September 1 and December 15 on an estimated $112 billion and $160 billion worth of Chinese goods, respectively. Originally targeted as 10% tariffs, they will now be 15% tariffs when imposed. The List 4 products cover a wide range of finished consumer products such as cell phones, laptops, computer monitors, video game consoles, and certain toys, footwear and clothing.  

All the tariffs are being imposed as an incentive for U.S. and Chinese officials to negotiate six separate trade documents covering agriculture, services, non-tariff barriers, currency, intellectual property rights and forced technology transfers and cybersecurity. The most recent trade talks have not yielded significant results. 

For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

Thu, 08/29/2019 - 12:26

Ford Mach E

Here’s the upcoming Ford Mach E prototype undergoing testing. Previous sightings of Ford’s EV showed the vehicle in mule form, wearing the body of a last-gen Ford Escape. These are the first shots of the prototype wearing production-intent body work.

All that heavy camo appears to be hiding a fastback-like body, and the vehicle is rumored to be “Mustang-inspired.” The overall size seems to be around that of the all-new Ford Escape, with car-like compact dimensions.

The Mach E is expected to start around $40,000 and “will go like hell,” according to Bill Ford.

Ford Mach E

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Thu, 08/29/2019 - 12:26

Ford Mach E

Here’s the upcoming Ford Mach E prototype undergoing testing. Previous sightings of Ford’s EV showed the vehicle in mule form, wearing the body of a last-gen Ford Escape. These are the first shots of the prototype wearing production-intent body work.

All that heavy camo appears to be hiding a fastback-like body, and the vehicle is rumored to be “Mustang-inspired.” The overall size seems to be around that of the all-new Ford Escape, with car-like compact dimensions.

The Mach E is expected to start around $40,000 and “will go like hell,” according to Bill Ford.

Ford Mach E

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Thu, 08/29/2019 - 12:26

Ford Mach E

Here’s the upcoming Ford Mach E prototype undergoing testing. Previous sightings of Ford’s EV showed the vehicle in mule form, wearing the body of a last-gen Ford Escape. These are the first shots of the prototype wearing production-intent body work.

All that heavy camo appears to be hiding a fastback-like body, and the vehicle is rumored to be “Mustang-inspired.” The overall size seems to be around that of the all-new Ford Escape, with car-like compact dimensions.

The Mach E is expected to start around $40,000 and “will go like hell,” according to Bill Ford.

Ford Mach E

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Thu, 08/29/2019 - 12:26

Ford Mach E

Here’s the upcoming Ford Mach E prototype undergoing testing. Previous sightings of Ford’s EV showed the vehicle in mule form, wearing the body of a last-gen Ford Escape. These are the first shots of the prototype wearing production-intent body work.

All that heavy camo appears to be hiding a fastback-like body, and the vehicle is rumored to be “Mustang-inspired.” The overall size seems to be around that of the all-new Ford Escape, with car-like compact dimensions.

The Mach E is expected to start around $40,000 and “will go like hell,” according to Bill Ford.

Ford Mach E

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Thu, 08/29/2019 - 12:26

Ford Mach E

Here’s the upcoming Ford Mach E prototype undergoing testing. Previous sightings of Ford’s EV showed the vehicle in mule form, wearing the body of a last-gen Ford Escape. These are the first shots of the prototype wearing production-intent body work.

All that heavy camo appears to be hiding a fastback-like body, and the vehicle is rumored to be “Mustang-inspired.” The overall size seems to be around that of the all-new Ford Escape, with car-like compact dimensions.

The Mach E is expected to start around $40,000 and “will go like hell,” according to Bill Ford.

Ford Mach E

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Thu, 08/29/2019 - 12:26

Ford Mach E

Here’s the upcoming Ford Mach E prototype undergoing testing. Previous sightings of Ford’s EV showed the vehicle in mule form, wearing the body of a last-gen Ford Escape. These are the first shots of the prototype wearing production-intent body work.

All that heavy camo appears to be hiding a fastback-like body, and the vehicle is rumored to be “Mustang-inspired.” The overall size seems to be around that of the all-new Ford Escape, with car-like compact dimensions.

The Mach E is expected to start around $40,000 and “will go like hell,” according to Bill Ford.

Ford Mach E

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Thu, 08/29/2019 - 11:08

By Fredy Ramirez

SEMA is gearing up for the 2019 Battle of the Builders (BOTB) competition, set to take place during the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, and the list of competitors keeps growing longer as the Show approaches. SEMA eNews will highlight several vehicles each week leading up to the Show. This week's featured builds include Justin Brunner’s ‘70 Chevrolet Nova, Jesus Lopez’s ‘69 Chevrolet Camaro, Telly Violetto’s ‘73 Chevrolet Camaro and Jacob Griffin’s ’65 Mustang.


Jacob Griffin’s latest project is a Ford Mustang “Straight Razor” build in which he’s taken a ’65 Mustang and body swapped it with a ’99 Mustang Cobra GT.

Jacob Griffin, ’65 Ford Mustang

Young builders all over the country are competing in the SEMA Young Guns Regional competition for a chance to win a trip to the 2019 SEMA Show and have their vehicle displayed. Jacob Griffin joined SEMA earlier this year at Formula Drift in Long Beach, California—one of the competition’s regional qualifier stops.

Griffin, a third-generation builder, also comes from a family of racers and hot-rod enthusiasts. Working alongside his dad at Griffin Design, his latest project is a Ford Mustang “Straight Razor” build. He’s taken a ’65 Mustang and body swapped it with a ’99 Mustang Cobra GT.

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Justin Brunner’s ‘70 Chevrolet NovaJesus Lopez’s, ‘69 Chevrolet CamaroTelly Violetto’s ‘73 Chevrolet Camaro

Justin Brunner, ’70 Chevrolet Nova
Scheduled to Appear: Mast Motorsports #23575

Justin Brunner enters this year’s BOTB with a ’70 Chevrolet Nova that is engineered to push out 820 hp. The LS2 engine features a Whipple kit and Ultimate headers, and is controlled by a 4L85E transmission. The build’s exterior features tucked bumpers, custom BASF paint and Nu Relics windows. The vehicle sits on Detroit Speed suspension and is fitted with Baer brakes and Forgeline wheels. The interior is a custom design that includes Dakota Digital gauges and Vintage Air A/C.

Jesus Lopez, ’69 Chevrolet Camaro
Scheduled to Appear: Jet Performance #23713

This ’69 Camaro will be Jesus Lopez’s first complete build on his own. He comes with plenty of experience, as he has been in the hot-rod industry since the age of 14. The build’s carbon-fiber engine bay is filled with a Mercury SB4 7.0, 750hp engine controlled by a Tremec six-speed T56 transmission. Baer brakes are tasked with bringing the machine to a stop. The custom body rides on a Roadster Shop Fast Track chassis with HRE wheels. The interior is also custom and includes continental ICD gauges and flush-mount glass.

Telly Violetto, ’73 Chevrolet Camaro
Scheduled to Appear: HRIA #23393

Telly Violetto enters this year’s BOTB with a ’73 Camaro. The profile of the vehicle includes custom flares, a tucked-in bumper, a one-off hood, and in-house taillights. The paint features a mix of Porsche Riviera Blue and Mexico Blue with ice-blue pearl. The build is powered by a supercharged engine that pushes out 700 hp, and it sits on Ridetech suspension with Forgline wheels fitted with Wilwood brakes.

For more information, visit the SEMA Battle of the Builders website.