Dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows and activities have been announced. Details are: SEMA SPC Youth Focus Panel, October 11, 2008 3:00 p.m., Irwindale Speedway, Irwindale, California

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities at www.sema.org/classifieds. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member...

SEMA eNews highlights the websites of SEMA-member companies through the Hot Links to Cool Sites section each week. SEMA members: To be included in Hot Links to Cool Sites, e-mail your company name and website to eNews@sema.org. Note: make sure to include “Hot Links” in the subject line of the e-mail...

There is no doubt that consumers are buying fewer new vehicles due to economic concerns, high gas prices and the increased difficulty of securing financing. Throughout 2008, the number of consumers who have entered new-vehicle dealerships has been on the decline, according to data obtained from CNW...

The Association of European Vehicle Manufacturers (ACEA) is calling for European policymakers to implement a European-wide scrappage program to include incentives for owners who trade in cars at least eight years old. The association of 15 European automakers—which includes the European operations...

SEMA Show exhibitors: Generate more buzz for your company and products by announcing your SEMA Show incentives and specials in SEMA eNews.

Mercedes-Benz will make its debut as an official OEM exhibitor at the 2008 SEMA Show.

Lobbying efforts from General Motors, Ford and Chrysler paid off last Wednesday as Congress approved $25 billion in government loans designed to refuel growth in the declining auto industry. According to a report from foxnews.com, the House approved the loans as part of a larger spending bill...