SEMA members are invited to participate in an upcoming familiarization trip to Beijing, China, September 23–26.

The $1 billion vehicle scrappage program authorized under the “Consumer Assistance to Recycle and Save Act” (CARS) began on July 24. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a rule on how the program will operate.

SEMA submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) opposing an application to allow the ethanol content of gasoline to increase to 15% (from 10%).

SEMA has formed a health care advisory group to help formulate the association’s position on the issues confronting the Congress as it debates various reform proposals.

When it comes to Internet marketing, you’re only as good as the tools you use. During the August 6 SEMA webinar, "Online Marketing Tools You Need Now,” presenter Brian Offenberger goes under the hood to show you the tools for success with online sales.

The results of the SEMA council and committee select committee elections are final.

The Top 10 Best New Exterior Accessories from the 2008 SEMA Show

Feature your ride in SEMA's Show 'N Shine at the Pasadena Convention Center, August 1. Classic, hot rod, muscle, rat rod and special-interest cars and trucks are welcome. The Show 'N Shine features world-renowned hot rod and automotive designer/fabricator Chip Foose as the event’s grand marshal.

Volunteers are working hard on behalf of children's charities, creating fundraising activities during the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser that include the Show 'N Shine car show, Pinewood Drag Race and various sponsorship programs.

Don't miss your last chance to take advantage of the annual “Buy 3, Get 1 Free” advertising promotion in the most important issues of SEMA News.