SEMA eNews, Vol. 22, No. 33

SEMA Industry Indicators: Economic Volatility Persists, But Consumers Remain on Strong Footing

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Vol. 22, No. 33 August 15, 2019     SEMA Industry Indicators: Economic Volatility Persists, But Consumers Remain on Strong Footing   The next round of proposed tariffs targets the remaining $300 billion in Chinese imports that haven't been affected yet.      ‌ // Breaking News               82 Days Until the 2019 SEMA Show—Key Exhibitor Deadlines and Updates Here's a rundown of key deadlines, early-bird rates and checklists to keep your Show planning on track and on budget.   2019 SEMA Memorial Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness Award Winners Announced The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund awarded $272,000 to 97 individuals this year, including scholarships for current students and loan-forgiveness awards to employees of SEMA-member companies.   Retailers: SEMA Wants to Hear From You SEMA is looking to understand the changing dynamics affecting specialty-automotive retailers and is conducting a survey of retail businesses in order to do so.   2019 TORA Feature Vehicle Program Applications Due September 3 Bring your truck, SUV or off-road builds to the SEMA Show as a Truck & Off-Road Alliance (TORA) feature vehicle.      ‌ // Business Tools               Celebrity Appearance Notifications Due September 3 Featuring a familiar face or iconic vehicle in your booth provides buyers with an identifiable, visual connection of your company's target market.   Exhibitors: Connect With Buyers Via the Show's No. 1 Destination Taking advantage of the New Products Showcase and its high-traffic location allows exhibitors to reach out to new business while still connecting with buyers on the Show floor. This additional outreach is not only free, but has proven to be effective.   Open Call for SEMA Show Builders SEMA Battle of the Builders provides SEMA Show exhibitors and builders increased exposure.   Exhibitors Offering Products to SEMA Show Builders SEMA Show exhibitors can expand their reach and product exposure by offering products to builders through the SEMA Show's Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.   Two New STOPFakes Roadshow Events Announced The U.S. government is hosting two upcoming seminars on protecting your intellectual property.   SEMA Show Education: 5 Sessions to Keep Your Business on Track SEMA Show attendees and exhibitors can take advantage of more than 100 professional development and industry-focused seminars.   Job-Hunting? Top Automotive Jobs Here! The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country.      ‌ // New Products & Technology     Spy Shots—'21 Jeep Grand Cherokee This is the '21 Jeep Grand Cherokee, caught testing in Southern California.   New Products: Front-Drive Distributors, Throttle Boosters, Receiver Hitch Mounts and More The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) is "data central" for hundreds of specialty parts brands, representing millions of part numbers and tens of millions of vehicle applications.      ‌ // Law & Order                    U.S. Delays Some Chinese Tariffs to December 15 to Avoid Impact on Holiday Shopping The U.S. Trade Representative announced that the imposition of 10% tariffs on some Chinese goods scheduled to take effect on September 1 would be postponed until December 15, 2019.       ‌ // People, Places & Racing   Racing News: James Deane Wins Formula DRIFT St. Louis Round, Alec Robbins Wins PRO 2 Racing news and results from across the motorsports industry.   Movers & Shakers: Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation to Host 29th Annual Golf Outing During Industry Week in Las Vegas News and updates from the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation, Bestop, Kahn Media and more.      ‌ // Shows & Events              Mothers Offers Free Vehicle Wipe-Down for First 200 Exhibitors to Apply One booth or feature vehicle per exhibitor is eligible and will receive a wipe-down each day of the SEMA Show.   Vote Now for SEMA Launch Pad Finalists The competition has been narrowed down to 15 semi-finalists representing new, innovative products and services in the automotive specialty-equipment market.   NASCAR Technical Institute to Host SBN Gear-up Girl Networking Event A female-only event, SBN Gear-up Girl is a unique networking opportunity for women in the automotive industry to connect with female students pursuing careers in the automotive and motorsports industry.   "SEMA Battle of the Builders" Re-airing Tomorrow Find out what it takes to compete in the SEMA Battle of the Builders by tuning in to MotorTrend TV's "SEMA: Battle of the Builders," airing tomorrow, August 16, at 2:00 p.m. (PDT)/5:00 p.m. (EDT).   Register for the 2019 SEMA Show Registration for the 2019 SEMA Show is open.   Exhibit at the 2019 SEMA Show Booth space is still available for the 2019 SEMA Show, November 5–8, in Las Vegas.   Video—TORA Chair Erika Marquez on Her SEMA Involvement Check out this video to learn more about Erika Marquez's involvement with SEMA's LTAA council and her roll with WARN's international market.   Mark Your Calendars Dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities have been announced.     // Hot Links   Action Clutch GForce Performance Products LOMAX Covers Pedal Commander Rigid Industries Fidanza Performance HushMat McGard Powertrax Second Skin Audio Spyder     // Classifieds   Industry Jobs     Copyright 2019. 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