The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued proposed guidelines intended to limit the risk of driver distraction from in-vehicle electronic devices that are not directly applicable to driving a car. The draft guidelines would be voluntary and apply specifically to original...

The SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN) welcomes both women and men who work for a SEMA-member company to join the committee. Along with the benefit of joining a community of prominent industry leaders, membership in the SBN offers several distinct advantages.

NEWS NUGGETS BROWN, NEFF, ANDERSON IN POINTS LEADS AFTER NHRA ARIZONA NATIONALS: Top Fuel pilot Antron Brown is right where he wants to be heading into the third event of the season. After racing to back-to-back final-round appearances at the first two races and the win at the recent NHRA Arizona...

Discounted hotel rates are now available for attendees and exhibitors of the 2012 SEMA Show, taking place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2. This is the ideal opportunity to book now and receive the best deals at the most popular hotels in Las Vegas.

The Exhibit Space Rental Agreement (ESRA) is now available online to exhibit at the 2012 SEMA Show—the premier automotive trade event where manufacturers of specialty parts and accessories connect face-to-face with more than 60,000 quality buyers from throughout the world.

SEMA-model legislation that would allow vehicle hobbyists to install and use aftermarket modified exhaust systems that meet a 95-decibel limit was passed by the House Roads and Transportation Committee.

Legislation that originally sought to extend the emissions inspection exemption to vehicles that are 8 model years old and newer was amended and approved by the Senate Transportation Committee.

The Illinois House of Representatives has introduced legislation allowing the state’s Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to provide information to gas stations encouraging the stations to offer E15 as an option for customers.

In cooperation with Wisconsin's collector vehicle community, legislation has been introduced to provide legal registration to hobby vehicles with a clear title, required safety equipment and in good working order.

A SEMA-supported bill to exempt restoration and custom shops from the requirement that they provide written estimates for the repair of any vehicle that qualifies for a “horseless carriage” or “collector vehicle” license plate, or is a “parts car,” “street rod” or “custom vehicle” was approved by...