Hedman Performance Group has signed on as the Hotchkis Autocross series’ newest sponsor.

Here is a brief look at some of the news and updates from around the specialty-equipment industry.

The shooters at KGP Photography got their first look at a test mule for the ’17 Jeep Patriot, which uses a stretched version of the FCA-derived "small" platform that currently underpins the new Jeep Renegade.

In partnership with Ford, the SEMA Garage has announced the arrival of the new ’16 Ford Explorer Platinum Series.

Ballots for the SEMA Board of Directors election are due June 9. Learn more about the candidates at www.sema.org/bod15.

Are you hunting for a new job? The “Positions Available” section in the SEMA Member Classifieds lists more than 50 job openings around the country.

The Light Truck Industry Alliance (LTAA) is now accepting applications for the 2015 Media Preview event, which will take place Monday, November 2, prior to the opening of the SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, webinars and activities.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here).

The Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus was formed to pay tribute to America’s love affair with automobiles and motorsports.