SEMA’s Consumer Demand Index rose six points in December, reversing a two-month decline and showing increased consumer interest in the industry's products.

NHRA drivers prepare for Lucas Oil Geoff Bodine Bobsled Challenge; NHRA stars spread holiday cheer to U.S. troops in Europe; 2010 event announcments; and more news from the NHRA.

Industry news: SCCA selects Jerry Wannarka as Chairman, approves appointments for various SCCA boards and committees; Kelley Blue Book editors choose the Ford Taurus as its 2010 Best Redesigned Vehicle; Atrend Enclosures gives back to the community; and more.

No matter what level, college is expensive. Tuition, fees, books, parking, housing costs: they can all add up and overwhelm. Learn how SEMA can help you with tuition or existing student loans.

Auto show season is in full swing and the early themes focus on fuel efficiency and green technology.

Brenda Priddy's spy photographers managed to snag these photos of Dodge's 2011 Charger. Underhood it will pack either Dodge's new Pentastar 3.6L V6, a 5.7L Hemi V8, or the burly 6.4L Hemi V8 in the SRT8.

Dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows and activities have been announced.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here).

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) delayed until mid-2010 a decision on whether to permit the ethanol content of gasoline to increase to 15% (from 10%). The original deadline was December 2009.

A photo collection of more than 100 products entered into the mobile electronics category of the 2009 SEMA Show New Products Showcase. To see all of the products, visit www.semadigital.com.