By SEMA News Editors

SEMA News highlights new products from industry companies when available. To have your product considered for upcoming issues, send product press releases to editors@sema.org.

Overland Vehicle Systems

Expedition Truck Cap

Designed for off-road enthusiasts and adventurers, the Expedition Truck Cap is built to withstand the toughest terrains and weather conditions, according to Overland Vehicle Systems. Constructed from marine-grade stainless steel, the Expedition is finished with a built-in air vent, waterproof seals, heavy-duty latches and more.

overlandvehiclesystems.com.

Aeromotive

High-Performance Water Pumps

Aeromotive is now offering lightweight billet aluminum brushless water pumps with electric motors and aluminum impellers intended for racing use. The new line of pumps is optimized for use in a variety of on-track and off-road motorsports classes.

aeromotiveinc.com.

Releasing a new product? Contact editors@sema.org.

By SEMA News Editors

Legacy Motor Club, Jimmie Johnson Join Extreme E

Legacy Motor Club, the NASCAR Cup Series team based in Statesville, North Carolina, is expanding into Extreme E competition with team co-owner Jimmie Johnson behind the wheel.

Johnson will partner with Gray Leadbetter, a closed-course series champion, for the 2024 season of the all-electric off-road racing series.

With Johnson unable to contest the opening two rounds of the series due to the Daytona 500, Travis Pastrana will partner with Leadbetter for the upcoming Desert X Prix in Saudi Arabia.

For more information, visit legacymotorclub.com or extreme-e.com.

Join Fellow Associates at 2024 Motorsports Day at the West Virginia Capitol

Motorsports industry professionals are invited to the 2024 Motorsports Day at the West Virginia Capitol on Friday, February 23. The event brings motorsports facilities and businesses together to educate, collaborate and grow the industry in the Mountain State.

The coalition of motorsports businesses will share the impact of the industry with West Virginia elected officials and state agencies and provide an opportunity to display your business or race track in the State Capitol Rotunda in Charleston, West Virginia (at no cost to the exhibitor). 

Click here for more information.

All-Electric Junior Touring Car Series to Support Formula E

The NXT Gen Cup, an all-electric junior touring car series, will serve as a support series for the Formula E World Championship during the 2024 season.

Launched in 2023, the NXT Gen Cup will have six European races and feature a 20-car grid with drivers ages 15-25. The single-make series runs an all-electric car developed and built by the Lestrup Racing Team, the LRT NXT1, based on an electric MINI Cooper SE road car.

For more information, visit nxtgencup.com or FIAFormulaE.com.

Got racing industry news? Releasing a new product? Contact editors@performanceracing.com.

For additional racing news, visit the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) website. 

By SEMA News Editors

SEMA News sources recently spotted the soon-to-be-revealed Ford Bronco Sport refresh undergoing testing in Dearborn, Michigan.

Camouflage wraps concealed the updated front and rear fascia of the prototype, but insiders indicated the new model will sport a slightly more aggressive look. In addition to exterior changes, the refresh is expected to introduce a hybrid engine choice. This prototype, with its dual exhaust, hints at the presence of the 2.0L EcoBoost engine.

Inside, sources are anticipating a modest refresh with a larger navigation screen and an updated HVAC layout.

Ford is likely to unveil the refreshed model later this year, with sales expected to commence towards the end of 2024.

By SEMA News Editors

Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings nationwide. Below are a few of the latest postings. 

Turn 14 Distribution

Marketing Manager in Horsham, Pennsylvania

Pit+Paddock, the athlete management, marketing agency and online magazine division of Turn 14 Distribution, is seeking a marketing manager to lead the development and execution of all Pit+Paddock automotive events. This position will also be responsible for sponsor relationships, managing campaigns and projects, attending industry events and more.

ARB

Brand Manager in Corona, California

This position will review and analyze the sales of ARB products versus competitors, develop sales growth strategies, coordinate product merchandising, develop sales incentives for retailers, conduct product training and more.

AMS Performance

Account Executive in Batavia, Illinois

The selected candidate will be interacting directly with performance shops and distributors to educate, promote and sell AMS products. Other responsibilities include social-media management, prospecting for new accounts, attending events and additional tasks to represent the AMS brand.

By Ashley Reyes

Laboratory tests for attaining an Executive Order (EO) from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) on an aftermarket product are both expensive and time-consuming. However, other alternatives are available to speed up the calibration process and avoid costly failed lab tests. These same tools can be added to most dyno shops to document the emissions impact of modifications and custom tuning.

During the SEMA webinar, "Bridging the Gap from 'Runs Good' to Emissions Compliance," on Tuesday, February 20, at 1:00 p.m. PST, emissions engineer, author and expert Greg Banish will discuss tools to use when working on a project that will eventually apply for CARB EO certification. Attendees will learn about the tools and tactics used to deliver emissions-compliant performance calibrations, increasing the likelihood of passing an official emissions test on the first try, and therefore saving testing time and resources.

The presentation will benefit tuners and calibrators, dyno shop owners, tuning software company engineers and regulators. It presents attendees with a wide variety of tools and solutions used in emissions development and expert advice on avoiding common errors during the process.

Sign up today!

By Ashley Reyes

The 2024 SEMA Scholarship application period for students pursuing careers in the automotive or performance parts industries is closing in two weeks. Interested applicants can review and complete the scholarship application by March 1 at sema.org/scholarships.

What is the SEMA Scholarship Program? 

The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund supports career development and access to the automotive industry by offering financial awards of up to $5,000 to help foster the next generation of industry leaders and innovators.

What are the eligibility requirements? 

1. Be a high school senior or 18 years of age at the time of submission.
2. U.S. or Canadian Citizen (permanent/legal residents are not eligible to apply).
3. Demonstrate passion for the automotive hobby and career.
4. Incoming freshmen or continued enrollment in college, university or post-secondary career and technology school in the United States or Canada.
5. Pursuit of degree or certification that leads to a career in automotive. All disciplines welcome.

What are the application requirements? 

1. Demonstrate passion for the automotive industry in your answers to select questions.
2. Upload unofficial transcript or technical training progress report.
3. Request an online recommendation from your teacher, employer or mentor.

What are the benefits of being selected? 

In addition to financial assistance, scholarship winners have the chance to attend the SEMA Show, providing unparalleled education and networking opportunities through the SEMA Show Student Program. Through the program, students witness the automotive aftermarket industry in action, can participate in a Gear-Up-Up Networking event (exclusively for women students and professionals), and attend a Student Industry Networking Day, where students network with industry leading companies and their employees.

What is the application process? 

Interested applicants can review and complete the scholarship application at www.sema.org/scholarships before the March 1 deadline. If you know someone who may qualify, SEMA encourages you to share this opportunity with them.

By the SEMA Washington, D.C., office

SEMA is encouraging our member companies to take action by voicing your opposition to the implementation of ACC II. The automotive aftermarket needs your help! The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is accepting comments through February 27, 2024, on whether it should grant a waiver for anti-internal combustion engine (ICE) regulations to take effect.

The California Air Resources Board's (CARB) "Advanced Clean Cars II" (ACC II) regulations ban the sale of new ICE vehicles by 2035. ACC II requires that 35% of new cars, SUVs and small trucks sold in California must be zero-emissions vehicles (ZEV) starting in 2026. The regulation increases ZEV sales requirements by 6% to 8% annually through 2035, when 100% of new vehicles sold in California must be ZEV--eliminating the sale of any new gas-powered vehicles.

Before ACC II can be implemented, CARB must receive a waiver from the EPA for its regulation to take effect. SEMA opposes ACC II because 17 states--representing nearly 40% of the American population--have previously adopted California motor-vehicle emissions laws. To date, nine states have already adopted ACC II; three states have adopted ACC II through 2032, which requires 87% of new motor-vehicle sales to be ZEV; and two states have started the regulatory process to adopt ACC II. 

If the EPA grants California a waiver for ACC II, this too-fast mandate will reduce vehicle choice and force Americans to purchase more expensive vehicles. ACC II, if implemented, would also disrupt automotive industry supply chains, devastate small automotive businesses and eliminate large numbers of jobs in vehicle manufacturing, parts production and repair businesses.

It's urgent that industry members send a letter to the EPA opposing California's ICE ban at https://p2a.co/criacj9.

SEMA's Washington, D.C., office is working around the clock to protect our industry's rights. Sign up for the latest SEMA Action Network updates here. For more information, visit semasan.com.

By the SEMA Washington, D.C., office

SEMA is encouraging our member companies to take action by voicing your opposition to the implementation of ACC II. The automotive aftermarket needs your help! The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is accepting comments through February 27, 2024, on whether it should grant a waiver for anti-internal combustion engine (ICE) regulations to take effect.

The California Air Resources Board's (CARB) "Advanced Clean Cars II" (ACC II) regulations ban the sale of new ICE vehicles by 2035. ACC II requires that 35% of new cars, SUVs and small trucks sold in California must be zero-emissions vehicles (ZEV) starting in 2026. The regulation increases ZEV sales requirements by 6% to 8% annually through 2035, when 100% of new vehicles sold in California must be ZEV--eliminating the sale of any new gas-powered vehicles.

Before ACC II can be implemented, CARB must receive a waiver from the EPA for its regulation to take effect. SEMA opposes ACC II because 17 states--representing nearly 40% of the American population--have previously adopted California motor-vehicle emissions laws. To date, nine states have already adopted ACC II; three states have adopted ACC II through 2032, which requires 87% of new motor-vehicle sales to be ZEV; and two states have started the regulatory process to adopt ACC II. 

If the EPA grants California a waiver for ACC II, this too-fast mandate will reduce vehicle choice and force Americans to purchase more expensive vehicles. ACC II, if implemented, would also disrupt automotive industry supply chains, devastate small automotive businesses and eliminate large numbers of jobs in vehicle manufacturing, parts production and repair businesses.

It's urgent that industry members send a letter to the EPA opposing California's ICE ban at https://p2a.co/criacj9.

SEMA's Washington, D.C., office is working around the clock to protect our industry's rights. Sign up for the latest SEMA Action Network updates here. For more information, visit semasan.com.

By SEMA News Editors

Meyer Distributing Opens Arizona Cross-Dock

Meyer Distributing is opening a new facility in Quartzsite, Arizona.

The cross-dock will have a direct feed from Meyer's Kingman, Arizona, distribution hub, which houses an inventory of automotive accessories, 4x4 and off-road, crash and collision, and RV products.

"The Quartzsite, Arizona, dock will significantly improve deliveries to all of Western Arizona and Southeast California," said Jeff Braun, CEO of Meyer. "The whole region will now receive at least four deliveries weekly from Kingman to Bullhead City to Lake Havasu down to Yuma and El Centro at the border. Meyer continues to focus on organic growth and investing via acquisitions to bring the best brands to market for our customers."

For more information, visit meyerdistributing.com.

AST, MOTON Suspension Name Regal Autosport as Exclusive UK Distributor

Suspension manufacturers AST Suspension and MOTON Suspension Technologies have selected Regal Autosport as its official distributor in the United Kingdom.

Additionally, RACESPORT has been named AST Suspension and MOTON Suspension Technology's Official Motorsport and Servicing Partner in the same region and will support the needs of its AST and MOTON customers.

For more information, visit ast-suspension.com or motonsuspension.com.

Got company news? Releasing a new product? Contact editors@sema.org.

By SEMA News Editors

Meyer Distributing Opens Arizona Cross-Dock

Meyer Distributing is opening a new facility in Quartzsite, Arizona.

The cross-dock will have a direct feed from Meyer's Kingman, Arizona, distribution hub, which houses an inventory of automotive accessories, 4x4 and off-road, crash and collision, and RV products.

"The Quartzsite, Arizona, dock will significantly improve deliveries to all of Western Arizona and Southeast California," said Jeff Braun, CEO of Meyer. "The whole region will now receive at least four deliveries weekly from Kingman to Bullhead City to Lake Havasu down to Yuma and El Centro at the border. Meyer continues to focus on organic growth and investing via acquisitions to bring the best brands to market for our customers."

For more information, visit meyerdistributing.com.

AST, MOTON Suspension Name Regal Autosport as Exclusive UK Distributor

Suspension manufacturers AST Suspension and MOTON Suspension Technologies have selected Regal Autosport as its official distributor in the United Kingdom.

Additionally, RACESPORT has been named AST Suspension and MOTON Suspension Technology's Official Motorsport and Servicing Partner in the same region and will support the needs of its AST and MOTON customers.

For more information, visit ast-suspension.com or motonsuspension.com.

Got company news? Releasing a new product? Contact editors@sema.org.