SEMA eNews, Vol. 23, No. 25

New Virtual Series Highlights How Companies Are Reopening and Getting Back to Business

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Vol. 23, No. 25 June 18, 2020     New Virtual Series Highlights How Companies Are Reopening and Getting Back to Business   SEMA's recently launched virtual series "Industry Talks: Back to Business" kicks off June 26, with an informational session on how to rebuild partnerships and operations following the recent economic disruption.      ‌ // Breaking News               SBA Reopens Website for Filing COVID-19 Disaster Loan Applications The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is once again accepting applications for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) for companies impacted by COVID-19.   Coronavirus: Company-by-Company Response and Status The following are examples of how several automotive specialty-equipment companies are responding to this unprecedented event.   SBA Creates EZ Version PPP Loan Forgiveness Application Companies that received a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan may now be eligible to request forgiveness for at least eight weeks of payroll costs, rent and other bills.      ‌ // Business Tools               SEMA General Membership Meeting Scheduled for July 23 This event will be a unique opportunity for SEMA members to share the challenges and opportunities facing your business, discover how SEMA can help and voice your opinions about the state of our industry.   Register for the 2020 SEMA Show The 2020 SEMA Show is scheduled for Tuesday-Friday, November 3–6, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas.   Join ETTN's Live Chat With Shawn Mastrian: Product Roadmapping and the Evolution of LumiLor Join the SEMA Emerging Trends and Technology Network (ETTN) for a Facebook Live Chat on Product Roadmapping, featuring Shawn Mastrian, CEO of Darkside Scientific Inc., June 24, at 12:00 p.m. (PDT).   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 Ford F-150 Platinum Here is a final development prototype of the '21 Ford F-150 Platinum.   New Products From Impact Racing, Permatex, Daystar and More SEMA eNews highlights products from member-companies each week      ‌ // Law & Order                    Pennsylvania Allows Motorsports to Resume Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf issued updated business guidance allowing outdoor recreation facilities, including motorsports, to resume operation in the state.   U.S. Senate Passes Bill to Restore Federal Lands The U.S. Senate passed the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), a bill that is critically important to revitalizing America's outdoor recreation industry.   SEMA Website Provides Latest Information on State-by-State Openings and Industry Best Practices SEMA has posted government and industry guidance on best practices for reopening.   Federal Government Provides Flexibility on Trucker's Hours of Service Rule The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issued a final rule that provides drivers with additional flexibility in complying with its hours-of-service regulations.      ‌ // People, Places & Racing   Racing News: Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Returns July 11–12 in Indianapolis Racing news and results from across the motorsports industry.   ETTN Member Insight Feature: Using Technology and Customer Service to Overcome an Economic Disruption Brian Reese from The Retrofit Source (TRS) and Brandon Harding of Vintage Air are the latest members to be featured in the SEMA Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) member insight program.   Movers & Shakers: Re-Imagined Classic Ford F-Series Trucks to Roll Out of Gateway Bronco Factory News and updates from Gateway Bronco, Martin & Company, Pep Boys and more.      ‌ // Shows & Events              Video: How "Overhaulin'" Executive Producer Bud Brutsman Connects Automotive Storytelling to Film Through Art Get to know the executive producer behind some of the industry's top automotive TV series, including "Rides," "Overhaulin'" and "SEMA: Battle of the Builders."   Reserve SEMA Show Booth Space Here It's not too late to exhibit at the 2020 SEMA Show, November 3-6, in Las Vegas.   Mark Your Calendars Dates and locations have been scheduled for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities.     // Hot Links   Addictive Desert Designs BAK Industries Duck Covers Fidanza Performance Husler Hedders Anzo USA CTEK Exedy Granatelli Motorsports ICON Vehicle Dynamics     // Classifieds   Industry Jobs     Copyright 2020. 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