As the 2011 SEMA Show draws closer, the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) continues to organize a program that will be remembered by collision repairers attending the Show long after it ends.

Petrillo Name Rostra Chairman, Hanighen Named CEO Rostra Precision Controls Inc. announced that Thomas P. Petrillo has moved to chairman of the board of Rostra and has named John Hanighen as his successor as CEO. According to Rostra, Hanighen brings more than 30 years of automotive aftermarket...

Nissan has released the first revision of its ’12 NV Body Builder's Guide. This manual contains body-builder’s information for the ’12 Nissan NV, including complete instructions on how to install the OEM rear windows. Also, for easier reading, dimensional data has been reformatted.

The WD-40 brand has a new interactive webpage to promote its partnership with legendary hot-rod designer Chip Foose. On the site, visitors can view “Chip’s Tips,” a series of how-to online videos that show Foose using the WD-40 multi-use product to help build, restore and maintain vehicles.

SEMA eNews highlights the websites of SEMA-member companies through the Hot Links to Cool Sites section each week. SEMA members: To be included in Hot Links to Cool Sites, e-mail your company name and website to enews@sema.org. Note: Make sure to include “Hot Links” in the subject line of the e-mail...

The California legislature voted in favor of a one-year delay on collection of sales taxes for online transactions made within the state. Earlier this year, the legislature passed a law requiring online retailers with subsidiaries in California to collect sales taxes from their customers.

President Obama has submitted legislation to Congress designed to encourage American small businesses to hire new workers and expand operations. The $447 billion plan includes cutting the payroll tax in half for American companies on the first $5 million in payroll.

The U.S. Senate has approved legislation to overhaul the federal patent system. The bill had already been approved by the House, and the White House has indicated President Obama will sign it into law.

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued a draft “Environmental Assessment” (EA) regarding requirements for replenishing salt to the Bonneville Salt Flats (BSF) when potash is mined on adjoining lands.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here). Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company...