The European Commission is expected to shortly propose tire noise standards which are rumored to include a cut in tire noise of five or six decibels. The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association and the European Tyre & Rubber Manufacturers' Association (ETRMA) have both come out against the...

With online voting being offered for the first time, SEMA is making it easier than ever for members to make their voices heard during the upcoming Board of Directors election.“As owners, we must take the responsibility to participate in helping decide who will represent us in directing how SEMA’s...

Prepare your SEMA Show strategy by tuning in to our next webinar, “SEMA Show: Money Well-Spent for Your Business!" Presented by Chuck Schwartz (CEM/Chairman, ConvExx Show Management), this insightful webinar scheduled Thursday, June 12, 10:00 a.m. (PST) will provide the tips you need to prepare for...

Emcee Dave McClelland hosts proceedings at the 2007 SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser.

Do you have a question for SEMA? Want to know more about the association’s strategic direction, or the status on health insurance for trade associations? Maybe you have a question for one of SEMA’s departments, such as the Research and Information Center or OEM Relations. Perhaps you have a more...

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Participate in the next SEMA webinar on June 5, "Managing Your Cash Flow During Challenging Times," to learn budgeting and cash-flow management tips that will help you develop a realistic plan for a slowing economy. Title: Managing Your Cash Flow During Challenging Times When: Thursday, June 5, 10...

The SEMA webinar “Use Online Testing for Higher Profits/Lower Costs - Test the Effectiveness of Your Online Marketing” featured several tips designed to test the elements of your marketing strategy to identify what doesn’t work before your company wastes resources for undesirable results.

Although it’s a year away, the freshened 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-class is showing its new face, caught here by spy photographer Brenda Priddy. Highlights include a new front fascia with a sculpted bumper and fog lamps, new side-view mirrors with more stylish turn signals and slightly modified headlamp...

Kia Motors America is now accepting project-vehicle proposals for companies seeking to build a Kia-themed project vehicle for the 2008 SEMA Show, November 4–7, in Las Vegas. Kia's vehicles offered through the program include the Rio, Rondo, Sportage and all-new Borrego. The deadline to submit...