By SEMA Editors

The annual Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council’s (MPMC) Media Trade Conference (MTC) will be held January 23–26, giving manufacturers the opportunity of private one-on-one meetings with media to showcase their new, innovative products. In addition to full days of scheduled meetings, the council is hosting evening events for further networking opportunities.

MPMC Open Meeting

On January 23, MPMC invites you to an open meeting for select committee introductions, to hear about the council’s initiatives for 2017 and network with fellow motorsports parts manufacturers. The event will take place at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North at 2:00 p.m. You do not have to attend the Media Trade Conference to come to this meeting. Be sure to stick around for the ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable event taking place directly after the meeting.

Register now.

The Media Trade Conference reception provides an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network. Register here.

MPMC Media Appreciation Reception

The MPMC Awards Reception will be held Tuesday evening, January 24. The reception provides an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network over drinks and hot hors d’oeuvres. One influential individual from the media will be honored and awarded with the Robert E. Petersen award for his/her outstanding contribution to the motorsports industry and MPMC throughout the year of 2016.

Register now.

SEMA Battle of the Builders Advanced Preview Screening

RSVP for the advance screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders® TV special by Friday, January 13.

An exclusive, advanced screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, premiering on the Velocity Network in February, will take place Thursday, January 26, from 6:00 p.m–7:30 p.m, at the Embassy Suites in Santa Ana, California. Please join us as we preview the one-hour program that takes viewers behind the scenes of the 2016 SEMA Show and the Battle of the Builders competition. The television show is hosted by industry celebrities Chris Jacobs and Adrienne “AJ” Janic.

Please RSVP before January 13.

ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable

The Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) Motorsports Tech Roundtable is the must-attend event for staying current with motorsports technology through five small roundtable discussions with industry experts.

Discussion topics:

• The Fundamental Principles of Intake Manifold Design
• Emissions Compliance for Street Performance Products
• Advancements in Product Design, From Idea to Prototype
• Current Technology Transfer Trends from Track to Street
• Obtaining Patents to Protect Motorsports Technology

RSVP now.

When: Monday, January 23, from 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Where: Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North

By SEMA Editors

The annual Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council’s (MPMC) Media Trade Conference (MTC) will be held January 23–26, giving manufacturers the opportunity of private one-on-one meetings with media to showcase their new, innovative products. In addition to full days of scheduled meetings, the council is hosting evening events for further networking opportunities.

MPMC Open Meeting

On January 23, MPMC invites you to an open meeting for select committee introductions, to hear about the council’s initiatives for 2017 and network with fellow motorsports parts manufacturers. The event will take place at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North at 2:00 p.m. You do not have to attend the Media Trade Conference to come to this meeting. Be sure to stick around for the ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable event taking place directly after the meeting.

Register now.

The Media Trade Conference reception provides an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network. Register here.

MPMC Media Appreciation Reception

The MPMC Awards Reception will be held Tuesday evening, January 24. The reception provides an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network over drinks and hot hors d’oeuvres. One influential individual from the media will be honored and awarded with the Robert E. Petersen award for his/her outstanding contribution to the motorsports industry and MPMC throughout the year of 2016.

Register now.

SEMA Battle of the Builders Advanced Preview Screening

RSVP for the advance screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders® TV special by Friday, January 13.

An exclusive, advanced screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, premiering on the Velocity Network in February, will take place Thursday, January 26, from 6:00 p.m–7:30 p.m, at the Embassy Suites in Santa Ana, California. Please join us as we preview the one-hour program that takes viewers behind the scenes of the 2016 SEMA Show and the Battle of the Builders competition. The television show is hosted by industry celebrities Chris Jacobs and Adrienne “AJ” Janic.

Please RSVP before January 13.

ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable

The Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) Motorsports Tech Roundtable is the must-attend event for staying current with motorsports technology through five small roundtable discussions with industry experts.

Discussion topics:

• The Fundamental Principles of Intake Manifold Design
• Emissions Compliance for Street Performance Products
• Advancements in Product Design, From Idea to Prototype
• Current Technology Transfer Trends from Track to Street
• Obtaining Patents to Protect Motorsports Technology

RSVP now.

When: Monday, January 23, from 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Where: Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North

By SEMA Editors

The annual Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council’s (MPMC) Media Trade Conference (MTC) will be held January 23–26, giving manufacturers the opportunity of private one-on-one meetings with media to showcase their new, innovative products. In addition to full days of scheduled meetings, the council is hosting evening events for further networking opportunities.

MPMC Open Meeting

On January 23, MPMC invites you to an open meeting for select committee introductions, to hear about the council’s initiatives for 2017 and network with fellow motorsports parts manufacturers. The event will take place at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North at 2:00 p.m. You do not have to attend the Media Trade Conference to come to this meeting. Be sure to stick around for the ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable event taking place directly after the meeting.

Register now.

The Media Trade Conference reception provides an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network. Register here.

MPMC Media Appreciation Reception

The MPMC Awards Reception will be held Tuesday evening, January 24. The reception provides an added opportunity for exhibitors and media to mingle and network over drinks and hot hors d’oeuvres. One influential individual from the media will be honored and awarded with the Robert E. Petersen award for his/her outstanding contribution to the motorsports industry and MPMC throughout the year of 2016.

Register now.

SEMA Battle of the Builders Advanced Preview Screening

RSVP for the advance screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders® TV special by Friday, January 13.

An exclusive, advanced screening of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, premiering on the Velocity Network in February, will take place Thursday, January 26, from 6:00 p.m–7:30 p.m, at the Embassy Suites in Santa Ana, California. Please join us as we preview the one-hour program that takes viewers behind the scenes of the 2016 SEMA Show and the Battle of the Builders competition. The television show is hosted by industry celebrities Chris Jacobs and Adrienne “AJ” Janic.

Please RSVP before January 13.

ETTN Motorsports Tech Roundtable

The Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) Motorsports Tech Roundtable is the must-attend event for staying current with motorsports technology through five small roundtable discussions with industry experts.

Discussion topics:

• The Fundamental Principles of Intake Manifold Design
• Emissions Compliance for Street Performance Products
• Advancements in Product Design, From Idea to Prototype
• Current Technology Transfer Trends from Track to Street
• Obtaining Patents to Protect Motorsports Technology

RSVP now.

When: Monday, January 23, from 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Where: Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North

By Kristen Fregoso

The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) has spent more than 50 years giving back to aftermarket members and their families who have suffered from tragedies, including sudden death, illness and life-altering accidents.

The AACF’s mission is to “provide sustainable solutions for those in great need,” and is committed to sharing their services and benefits with the automotive aftermarket community of employees, companies and families. Whether a head of household or family member has been affected, the AACF has worked with thousands of affected members in the industry to alleviate the financial stress associated with significant loss or tragedy.

The AACF welcomes any company or individual who would like to give back and get involved by participating in their Awareness Partner Program. At no cost to participate, the AACF will provide you or your company with resources detailing the services offered by the AACF.

If you or someone you know needs support or assistance, please contact the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation directly at 772-286-5500 or info@aacfi.org, or visit their website at www.aftermarketfoundation.org.  

By Kristen Fregoso

The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) has spent more than 50 years giving back to aftermarket members and their families who have suffered from tragedies, including sudden death, illness and life-altering accidents.

The AACF’s mission is to “provide sustainable solutions for those in great need,” and is committed to sharing their services and benefits with the automotive aftermarket community of employees, companies and families. Whether a head of household or family member has been affected, the AACF has worked with thousands of affected members in the industry to alleviate the financial stress associated with significant loss or tragedy.

The AACF welcomes any company or individual who would like to give back and get involved by participating in their Awareness Partner Program. At no cost to participate, the AACF will provide you or your company with resources detailing the services offered by the AACF.

If you or someone you know needs support or assistance, please contact the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation directly at 772-286-5500 or info@aacfi.org, or visit their website at www.aftermarketfoundation.org.  

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The New York bill would help protect the aesthetic contours of certain historic vehicles and relieve vehicle owners of the burden and expense of having to create mounting holes on some original bumpers.

Legislation was introduced in the New York State Senate to provide that a historical motor vehicle which was not manufactured with a license plate display area on the front of the vehicle may display only a single plate on the rear of the vehicle.

Among other things, the bill would help protect the aesthetic contours of certain historic vehicles and relieve vehicle owners of the burden and expense of having to create mounting holes on some original bumpers.

The measure provides that the single-plate requirement would take effect January 1 in the year after enactment into law. The bill will be considered by the Senate Transportation Committee. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The New York bill would help protect the aesthetic contours of certain historic vehicles and relieve vehicle owners of the burden and expense of having to create mounting holes on some original bumpers.

Legislation was introduced in the New York State Senate to provide that a historical motor vehicle which was not manufactured with a license plate display area on the front of the vehicle may display only a single plate on the rear of the vehicle.

Among other things, the bill would help protect the aesthetic contours of certain historic vehicles and relieve vehicle owners of the burden and expense of having to create mounting holes on some original bumpers.

The measure provides that the single-plate requirement would take effect January 1 in the year after enactment into law. The bill will be considered by the Senate Transportation Committee. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The New York bill would help protect the aesthetic contours of certain historic vehicles and relieve vehicle owners of the burden and expense of having to create mounting holes on some original bumpers.

Legislation was introduced in the New York State Senate to provide that a historical motor vehicle which was not manufactured with a license plate display area on the front of the vehicle may display only a single plate on the rear of the vehicle.

Among other things, the bill would help protect the aesthetic contours of certain historic vehicles and relieve vehicle owners of the burden and expense of having to create mounting holes on some original bumpers.

The measure provides that the single-plate requirement would take effect January 1 in the year after enactment into law. The bill will be considered by the Senate Transportation Committee. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The New York bill would help protect the aesthetic contours of certain historic vehicles and relieve vehicle owners of the burden and expense of having to create mounting holes on some original bumpers.

Legislation was introduced in the New York State Senate to provide that a historical motor vehicle which was not manufactured with a license plate display area on the front of the vehicle may display only a single plate on the rear of the vehicle.

Among other things, the bill would help protect the aesthetic contours of certain historic vehicles and relieve vehicle owners of the burden and expense of having to create mounting holes on some original bumpers.

The measure provides that the single-plate requirement would take effect January 1 in the year after enactment into law. The bill will be considered by the Senate Transportation Committee. 

For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set significantly lower exposure limits for beryllium and related compounds. The new limit for beryllium is 0.2 micrograms per cubic meter—just one-tenth the previous level. Beryllium is a naturally occurring element that has many beneficial attributes and widespread applications. It is one-third lighter than aluminum, yet stiffer than steel; resistant to fatigue and corrosion; and recyclable. In the auto industry, beryllium is frequently used in airbag, power-steering, anti-lock braking and fuel-injection systems.

OSHA believes a small percentage of workers exposed to the chemical may develop chronic beryllium lung disease. Most worker exposure is associated with foundry and smelting operations, machining, beryllium-oxide ceramics and composite manufacturing. OSHA estimates that the new standard will apply to about 62,000 workers and potentially prevent nearly 100 deaths and 50 serious illnesses each year.

The new rule takes effect March 10, 2017, but industry has one year to implement most of the changes, such as creating restricted beryllium work areas and using respirators and protective clothing sufficient to meet the new limits. 

Additional information may be found at www.osha.gov/beryllium.