SEMA eNews, February 4, 2021

Watch "SEMA: Battle of the Builders" On History Channel This Sunday

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Vol. 24, No. 5 February 4, 2021     Watch "SEMA: Battle of the Builders" On History Channel This Sunday   The 2020 "SEMA: Battle of the Builders" TV special will air on A+E Networks' History Channel this Sunday, February 7, at 9:00 a.m. (EST).      ‌ // Breaking News               SEMA Hall of Fame: What You Might Not Know About the Prestigious Honor Established in 1969, the SEMA Hall of Fame began and was referred to as the "Old Timer's Memorial Award" at the time.   Ford Announces Highlighted Vehicles for 2021 Project Vehicle Program Submissions are being accepted for SEMA-member companies to participate in the 2021 Ford Project Vehicle Program.   Get the Latest Industry Trends and Forecasts From SEMA Market Research Check out the "SEMA Industry Indicators" report each month to learn how movements in the broader economy may impact your business strategy.   2021 Easter Jeep Safari Cancelled This action has been taken as a result of the State of Utah's Health order in relation to COVID-19, which at the present time does not allow any group assembly in excess of 250 people.      ‌ // Business Tools               Webinar: Digital Marketing Experts Return for Real-Time Chat and Discussion Best-selling author Corey Perlman of Social Media Impact Inc. and Brand Experience Expert Katie Mares shared proven strategies and tips for turning a digital onlooker into a lifelong customer during a recent education webinar from SEMA360.   SEMA Virtual Education: February Calendar Filled With Interactive Sessions, Hot Topics SEMA Virtual Education continues to provide new live, simu-live, and debut webinars that feature leading experts talking about the industry's most current topics and trends.   SEMA Market Research Webinar: Classic Cars, Modern Markets Join the SEMA Market Research team as they answer live questions and share a recording of an exclusive presentation about the classic car market that debuted during SEMA360.   New Webinar Series Targets Managers and Supervisors Discover proven strategies and techniques for boosting morale and creating a winning team by attending the new SEMA Virtual Education Team Management Series, powered by SBN, February 11, at 11:00 a.m. (PST).   Featured Products From Platinum SDC Members Platinum status represents SDC manufacturers that have achieved the pinnacle of product data by putting in the extra effort to provide resellers with the most complete data sets available.   Learn the Do's and Don'ts of Creating a Stand-Out Résumé, February 23 Learn the do's and don'ts of creating a stand-out résumé by joining the SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN) for the first session of its "Perfecting Your Jon Search" Series, powered by SBN, February 23, at 11:00 a.m. (PST).   Virtual Workshop: Taking Digital Marketing to the Next Level Geared toward automotive professionals who have experience in digital marketing and are looking to scale up their efforts, the interactive program includes tangible strategies that participants can apply to their businesses immediately.   Shop & Financial Management: Stocking Strategies for Wheel and Tire Industry Experts Industry experts will share insight and tips to help wheel and tire distributors and retailers precision-tune their inventory strategies during Part Four of the Wheel & Tire Councils (WTC) Webinar Series "Wheel and Tire Industry Insights, powered by the WTC."   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 to Get Magnetic? When Ford switched to aluminum body panels with the '15 F-150, it brought along an unwanted side effect of the new material: owners were no longer able to place magnetic signs on the truck.   New Products From Automotive Lift Institute, Brass Knuckle and More SEMA eNews highlights new products from industry companies each week.      ‌ // Law & Order                    California Opens Second Round of Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grants On February 2, 2021, California began accepting round-two applications from small businesses and nonprofits seeking funds from the state's Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program.   It's Time to File Your PPP and EIDL Loan Applications! The current deadline is March 31, 2021, for submitting PPP loan applications, and December 31, 2021, for EIDL applications.   Webinar: Replica Car Program Finalized: Everything You Need to Know: February 10, 11:00 am (PST) The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has completed a rule that will allow low volume vehicle manufacturers to produce and sell replica cars—vehicles that appear to be at least 25 years old.      ‌ // People, Places & Racing   Movers & Shakers: Edelbrock Moving HQ to Mississippi, Announces Expansion News and updates from companies in the automotive specialty-equipment market.   Racing News: eNASCAR iRacing Pro Invitational Series to Return in 2021 News and updates from around the motorsports industry.      ‌ // Shows & Events              Prepare for the 2021 SEMA Show: Booth Reservations Open Exhibit at the 2021 SEMA Show to shine the spotlight on your company in front of tens of thousands of qualified buyers looking for the best that the specialty automotive market has to offer.   Hot Rod Industry Members Invited to Network Virtually on February 12 The HRIA Select Committee will share details about the council's latest programs and resources, and host a virtual panel discussion focused on trends and predictions in the hot-rod industry.   Mark Your Calendars Dates and locations have been scheduled for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities.     // Hot Links   Eibach Hedman Performance Group K&N Magnaflow Omix-ADA Flaming River Hotchkis KC HiLites McLeod Yakima     // Classifieds   Industry Jobs     Copyright 2020. 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