SEMA eNews, Vol. 22, No. 6

SEMA's Loan Forgiveness: Your Pathway to Student Debt Relief

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Vol. 22, No. 6 February 7, 2019     SEMA's Loan Forgiveness: Your Pathway to Student Debt Relief   The Loan Forgiveness Program helps graduates employed by a SEMA-member company pay off their student loans.      ‌ // Breaking News               Legislation Introduced to Repeal 2018 California Exhaust Noise Law California Assembly members Jim Frazier and Tim Grayson introduced SEMA-supported legislation (A.B. 390) to repeal a 2018 law (A.B. 1824) that amended how California law enforcement officials issue citations for exhaust noise violations.   SEMA Now Accepting Speaker Applications for 2019 Show The 2019 program will emphasize issues that are of greatest concern to businesses in the automotive aftermarket.   Test Prototypes, Gather Specs During 2019 Ford Ranger Measuring Session The SEMA Garage will host a '19 Ford Ranger Measuring Session, Tuesday–Wednesday, March 5–6, in Diamond Bar, California.   SEMA Hall of Fame Nominations Open Until March 8 As a SEMA member, you have the chance to nominate an exceptional candidate for the 2019 SEMA Hall of Fame.      ‌ // Business Tools               Ford Announces Available Models for 2019 SEMA Show Project-Vehicle Program Ford Motor Co. has announced its project-vehicle program for 2019 and the models it will highlight.    Consider SEMA Cares for Your Charitable Donations SEMA Cares provides a forum from which association members can act as a collective influence toward making a positive impact beyond the automotive community.   Job-Hunting? Top Automotive Jobs Here! The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest jobs posted to the website.      ‌ // New Products & Technology     Spy Shots—'20 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT Double Cab Here's the new Sierra HD in the Double Cab format—the first time this particular body style has been seen on GM's new heavy-duty trucks.      ‌ // Law & Order                    Tariffs Bring Uncertainty and Woe Every business depends on predictable supply costs. When it comes to this basic entrepreneurial principle, 2018 was not a good year.   Delaware Bill to Ease Street Rod Registration Passes House; Moves to Senate Legislation (H.B. 31) that eases the process of registering a "street rod" in Delaware was passed by the state's House of Representatives.   West Virginia Introduces Bill to Allow Military Vehicle Titling Legislation (H.B. 2657) has been introduced in West Virginia to allow for the registration of "military surplus vehicles."   Washington Introduces Bill to Allow Military Vehicle Titling Legislation (S.B. 5417) has been introduced in Washington to allow for the registration of "military surplus vehicles."   Maryland Introduces Bill to Exempt Low-Mileage Vehicles From Inspection Requirements Legislation (H.B. 52) has been introduced in Maryland to exempt vehicles driven under 5,000 miles annually from inspection and testing requirements.   West Virginia Introduces Bill to Exempt Antique Vehicles From Property Tax Legislation (S.B. 333) has been introduced in West Virginia to exempt vehicles 25 years old and older from personal property taxes.   Tennessee Bills to Increase Antique Vehicle Use Introduced Legislation (H.B. 263/S.B. 283) has been introduced in Tennessee to allow antique vehicles to be driven up to 5,000 miles per year for general transportation.      ‌ // People, Places & Racing   SEMA "She Is" Member Spotlight: Ellen McKoy of EMK Marketing The SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN) started #SheIsSEMA to bring a spotlight to the accomplished, influential women of the industry.   Racing News: Summit Racing to Title Sponsor 2019 American Endurance Racing Season Racing news and results from across the motorsports industry.   Movers & Shakers: Icahn Automotive Completes Acquisition of RPM Automotive; RideTech Promotes Greg Fuesler to National Sales Manager News and updates from Icahn Automotive Group LLC, Marx Group, Motoroso and more.      ‌ // Shows & Events              Show Off Your Ride at High School Car Show Fundraiser The Bonita High School Auto Shop Car Show is the school's biggest fundraiser, and the money is used to buy new tools and equipment for the Automotive Technology Program.   SEMA Businesswomen's Network to Host Texas Meetup All SBN members and those interested in learning about opportunities to support the advancement of women in the automotive industry are encouraged to attend.   SEMA Show Coverage on TV This Month Coverage from the 2018 SEMA Show will air throughout the month of February.   2019 SEMA Show Booth Space Available Here The 2019 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, November 5–8, in Las Vegas.   Video—JE Pistons Debuts the Masters of Motors Competition at the 2018 SEMA Show "Finally an award for engines," presented by JE Piston's Masters of Motors competition, with Brian Lohnes, Steve Brule, David Freiburger and Mike Kojima. Watch as the first-ever winner, Joe Schubeck, talks about his winning engine.   Mark Your Calendars Dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities have been announced.     // Hot Links   VelourMat V-Thunder Weld Racing Wheels Whiteline XForce Vibrant Performance Warn Westin World American Yukon Gear     // Classifieds   Industry Jobs     Copyright 2018. SEMA eNews is published each Thursday afternoon by SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, and is distributed to SEMA members and industry professionals in the specialty-equipment market. If you have questions, comments or suggestions about the publication, please contact us at [email protected]. Terms under which this service is provided to you can be found at sema.org/disclaimer. 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