SEMA eNews, Vol. 23, No. 26

SEMA Industry Indicators: The Worst of the Economic Downturn Is Likely Over

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Vol. 23, No. 26 June 25, 2020     SEMA Industry Indicators: The Worst of the Economic Downturn Is Likely Over   What will go down in the record books as one of the steepest and deepest economic declines in U.S. history will likely also be the shortest.      ‌ // Breaking News               2020 SEMA Show Plans Taking Shape SEMA members have made clear the SEMA Show is essential this year to help the industry accelerate into a successful 2021.   USMCA Export Requirements for Canada and/or Mexico SEMA Webinar Scheduled for July 9 The three-country agreement, effective July 1, replaces the North America Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).   Don't Wait—Deadline for PPP Application Approval Is June 30 More than $120 billion is still available for lending.   Free Downloadable Signs, Resources for Re-Opening Your Shop As businesses continue to reopen, they may find themselves requiring face masks to be worn, offering curbside pickup, or practicing six-foot social distancing in the store or at the office.   Illinois to Allow Motorsports to Resume Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced on Monday that the state will advance to phase four of his Restore Illinois plan on June 26.      ‌ // Business Tools               Highlight 2020 SEMA Show New Products and Plans Companies exhibiting at the 2020 SEMA Show can submit press releases to generate excitement for Show-related announcements.   Coronavirus: Company-by-Company Response and Status The following are examples of how several automotive specialty-equipment companies are responding to this unprecedented event.   Tips for SEMA Show Exhibitors to Strengthen Media Relations Although the SEMA Show is months away, exhibitors can begin strengthening media relations now.   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.   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—Corvette Z06 Here's a prototype of the upcoming Corvette C8 Z06 undergoing testing.   New Products From Wilwood Disc Brakes, S.U.R.&R., Lumileds and Hellwig Suspension SEMA eNews highlights products from member-companies each week.      ‌ // Law & Order                    The Auto Hobby's Holiday Is Almost Here! Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD) will be celebrated this year on July 10.      ‌ // People, Places & Racing   Racing News: Jessi Combs Officially Breaks Female Land-Speed Record Racing news and results from across the motorsports industry.   SEMA Video Archives: This Week's Entertainment This week's video features interviews with Hollywood Hot Rods owner builder Troy Ladd and highlights from Collector Car Appreciation Day.   SEMA "She Is" Member Spotlight: Lauren Fix of Car Coach Reports/Classic Tube The SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN) has named Lauren Fix of Car Coach Reports and Classic Tube as this week's #SheIsSEMA Spotlight Member.   Movers & Shakers: Meyer Distributing Announces Acquisition of Automotive Distributing Company News and updates from Meyer Distributing, MAHLE Motorsport, Champion Brands and more.   TORA Volunteer Spotlight: Lee Riser of Truck Hero Lee Riser of Truck Hero has been named this week's SEMA Truck and Off-Road Alliance (TORA) volunteer spotlight member.      ‌ // Shows & Events              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   ARIES Off Road BD Diesel Du-Ha FIA Gate King BBK Performance Parts Curt Manufacturing Extang Fox Factory Inc. HushMat     // Classifieds   Industry Jobs     Copyright 2020. 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. You are receiving this email because you are a member of SEMA, have registered for/exhibited at/attended a SEMA Show or have requested this information. This email was sent to [email protected]   View Online  |  Manage Subscriptions  |  Unsubscribe SEMA | 1575 Valley Vista Dr, Diamond Bar, CA, 91765, USA