SEMA eNews, Vol. 22, No. 49

SEMA Market Research: Retailers Adapt to a Changing Landscape

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Vol. 22, No. 49 December 5, 2019     SEMA Market Research: Retailers Adapt to a Changing Landscape   Retailers are adapting to a customer base that is more informed about brands and products, more aware of price differences and may be less loyal to any retailer.      ‌ // Breaking News               Submit Your Nomination for 2020 SEMA Board of Directors As a member of the association, your recommendation is needed for industry leaders to serve on the SEMA Board of Directors.   Truck Industry Award Winners Announced The awards are given to members who positively influence the market, and to the best new products in the truck industry.   PRI Launches New Initiatives to Support Racing Industry These programs will be designed to support race-related businesses and racers, and to further protect the motorsports community.   Manufacturers Invited to Support Growing Youth Build Program The program bridges the gap between industry and auto-shop students to foster the next generation of hobbyists and the automotive aftermarket workforce.      ‌ // Business Tools               How the 2020 Media Trade Conference Benefits Motorsports Journalists Benefits of attending the conference include one-on-one discussions about the latest product lines and industry trends, product photography and networking opportunities.   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 GTI Spied Barely Disguised In the Arctic Circle Volkswagen will follow up the imminent introduction of the Mk8 Golf with an all-new GTI model—and it's been spotted testing in the Arctic Circle.   New Products From Holley, Mishimoto 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                    SEMA Publishes Two Brochures on EPA/CARB Regulation of Emissions-Related Specialty Auto Parts SEMA has published two brochures on the regulation of emissions-related specialty auto parts under our nation's clean air laws.   USTR Grants Several Exclusions from China's List 3 Tariffs, Including for Starter Motors The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) granted exclusion requests for 36 products from the List 3 Chinese imports subject to 25% tariffs.   U.S. Government Reimposes Steel and Aluminum Tariffs on Argentina and Brazil President Trump reimposed 25% tariffs on steel and 10% tariffs on aluminum imported into the United States from Argentina and Brazil on December 2.      ‌ // Global Update                Register for 2020 SEMA Middle East Conference by December 28 Deadline Explore the potential for your products in this customizing-crazy market, where consumers are eager to buy the latest U.S. products for classic car restoration, off-roading, racing, street performance and aesthetics.      ‌ // People, Places & Racing   Former Aftermarket Publisher Jack Hone Passes Away Former aftermarket industry publisher Jack Hone, 81, passed away peacefully on October 29, surrounded by his loved ones following a long illness.   SEMA "She Is" Member Spotlight: SBN Woman of the Year Jennifer LaFever The SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN) started #SheIsSEMA to bring a spotlight to the accomplished, influential women of the industry.   Racing News: Toyo Tires Celebrates 52nd SCORE Baja 1000 Overall and the 2019 Overall SCORE World Desert Championship Wins Racing news and results from across the motorsports industry.   Movers & Shakers: Truck Hero and Building Homes for Heroes Announce Latest Family to Receive Mortgage-Free Home News and updates from Truck Hero, PRI and more.      ‌ // Shows & Events              MPMC Performance Industry Reception to Recognize Leaders A highlight of this year's event is the induction of the latest members into the MPMC Hall of Fame.   SEMA's Young Executives Network to Host Meetup at PRI Show All YEN members and those interested in learning about opportunities to get involved with SEMA and build industry connections are encouraged to attend.   MPMC Events Lined Up for 2019 PRI Trade Show MPMC members are headed to Indianapolis for a week full of exhibiting, customer meetings, networking and MPMC-sponsored events and education seminars at the PRI Trade Show.   Mark Your Calendars Dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities have been announced.     // Hot Links   Auer Automotive CTEK Battery Chargers FST Performance Lunati Performance Distributors Borgeson EBC Brakes Hotchkis Performance Napier Enterprises Sinister Diesel     // Classifieds   Industry Jobs     Copyright 2019. 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