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Collector Car Appreciation Day
SAN Secures U.S. Senate Resolution Designating July 13th As "Collector Car Appreciation Day" Read More
Posted May 11, 2012 at 3:28pm by gclark
Update on Connecticut Car Legislation
Connecticut Committee on Planning and Development Approves Bill to Limit Access to Antique/Rare/Special Interest Motor Vehicle Registration, Increase Property Taxes Read More
Posted March 30, 2012 at 7:43pm by gclark
Car Initiative
We need your help! Committee hearing rescheduled for California Bill to exempt pre-1981 vehicles from emissions inspection requirement. Read More
Posted March 28, 2012 at 2:35am by Johnny Hunkins
SEMA Alert: New Bill For Pre-1981 Emissions Exemption!
California Introduces Bill to Exempt pre-1981 Vehicles From Emissions Inspection Requirement! Fellow Hot Rodders, we need your help to make sure this passes! Read More
Posted March 16, 2012 at 1:00pm by ChristopherCampbell
California Bill to Exempt pre-1981 Vehicles From Emissions Inspection
 In 2004, legislation was enacted to repeal California's rolling emissions-test exemption for vehicles 30 years old and older and replace it with a law requiring the lifetime testing of all 1976 and newer model-year vehicles. This year, a bill has been introduced in the California Senate (S.B. 1224) by Senator Doug LaMalfa (Senator.LaMa... Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:20pm by gclark
California Bill to Exempt pre-1981 Vehicles From Emissions Inspection
 In 2004, legislation was enacted to repeal California's rolling emissions-test exemption for vehicles 30 years old and older and replace it with a law requiring the lifetime testing of all 1976 and newer model-year vehicles. This year, a bill has been introduced in the California Senate (S.B. 1224) by Senator Doug LaMalfa (Senator.LaMa... Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:19pm by gclark
California Bill to Exempt pre-1981 Vehicles From Emissions Inspection
In 2004, legislation was enacted to repeal California's rolling emissions-test exemption for vehicles 30 years old and older and replace it with a law requiring the lifetime testing of all 1976 and newer model-year vehicles. This year, a bill has been introduced in the California Senate (S.B. 1224) by Senator Doug LaMalfa (Senator.LaMalfa@senate.ca.gov ) to exempt all moto... Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:19pm by gclark
California Bill to Exempt pre-1981 Vehicles From Emissions Inspection
 In 2004, legislation was enacted to repeal California's rolling emissions-test exemption for vehicles 30 years old and older and replace it with a law requiring the lifetime testing of all 1976 and newer model-year vehicles. This year, a bill has been introduced in the California Senate (S.B. 1224) by Senator Doug LaMalfa (Senator.LaMa... Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:19pm by gclark
California Bill to Exempt pre-1981 Vehicles From Emissions Inspection
 In 2004, legislation was enacted to repeal California's rolling emissions-test exemption for vehicles 30 years old and older and replace it with a law requiring the lifetime testing of all 1976 and newer model-year vehicles. This year, a bill has been introduced in the California Senate (S.B. 1224) by Senator Doug LaMalfa (Senator.LaMa... Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:19pm by gclark
California Bill to Exempt pre-1981 Vehicles From Emissions Inspection
 In 2004, legislation was enacted to repeal California's rolling emissions-test exemption for vehicles 30 years old and older and replace it with a law requiring the lifetime testing of all 1976 and newer model-year vehicles. This year, a bill has been introduced in the California Senate (S.B. 1224) by Senator Doug LaMalfa (Senator.LaMalfa@... Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:18pm by gclark
Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles
California Finalizes Program to Provide Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:07pm by gclark
Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles
California Finalizes Program to Provide Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:07pm by gclark
Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles
California Finalizes Program to Provide Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:07pm by gclark
Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles
California Finalizes Program to Provide Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:07pm by gclark
Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles
California Finalizes Program to Provide Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:06pm by gclark
Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles
California Finalizes Program to Provide Amnesty to Owners of Illegally Titled/Registered Specially Constructed Vehicles Read More
Posted March 15, 2012 at 6:06pm by gclark
Exhaust Law
Protecting Hobbyists form Unfair Exhaust Noise Citations Read More
Posted February 10, 2012 at 8:18pm by Scott_at_GMHTP
Aftermarket Exhaust Law
Hawaii Introduces Bill to Protect Hobbyists From Unfair Exhaust Noise Citations Read More
Posted January 30, 2012 at 6:57pm by Scott_at_GMHTP
Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Champions to Earn Trip to NASCAR Acceleration Weekend
 NASCAR Performance and Edelbrock have announced the inclusion of the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge winners in NASCAR Acceleration Weekend as part of the prize package for the overall championship-winning team, which will be crowned at the third annual "Showdown at SEMA" in Las Vegas, NV on Nov. 4, 2011. Read More
Posted October 31, 2011 at 4:58pm by HPPCHRIS
U.S. Congressional Bill
Bipartisan bill allowing low-volume production of specialty cars introduced in U.S. Congress Read More
Posted October 28, 2011 at 1:50am by Johnny Hunkins
CARB Engine Rules
The California Air Resources Board is considering the simplification of rules for certifying engines in kit cars. Read More
Posted October 26, 2011 at 11:55pm by Johnny Hunkins
Small-Block Ford
Get ready to bid on a very cool small-block Ford, all to help the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund Read More
Posted October 14, 2011 at 1:21am by Johnny Hunkins
Plan to Save Bonneville Salt Flats Proposed
<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN-RIGHT: 0px" dir=ltr>Federal Government Proposes Mandatory Salt Replenishment Program for Bonneville Salt Flats Read More
Posted October 3, 2011 at 5:30pm by phill
Save The Salt
Intrepid Potash to step forward with an environmentally sound plan to replenish the Bonneville Salt Flats. Read More
Posted September 1, 2011 at 3:08am by Johnny Hunkins
Ford Edge with New Ecoboost 2.0L Engine Delivers EPA-Rated 30 MPG Highway
The Ford Edge crossover, the latest vehicle to receive the company’s EcoBoost® 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, is now certified by the EPA to deliver 30 mpg highway. Read More
Posted August 9, 2011 at 1:36am by StephDavies
Bonneville Salt Flats
If something isn't done soon, we could lose the Bonneville Salt Flats for good. Read More
Posted July 15, 2011 at 10:19pm by Johnny Hunkins
mopar nationals, road trips, driving your mopar
With Associate Editor Ross just back from his journey, we wondered if anyone was road tripping to the Mopar Nationals this year? Let us know by responding to this blog!&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Read More
Posted July 12, 2011 at 8:04pm by BadFish
SEMA Action Network
Bring your hot rod to work, enjoy a car show, and just plain have a good time with your ride on July 8! Read More
Posted July 5, 2011 at 8:09pm by Johnny Hunkins
Lincoln Electric's Virtual Welding
Learn to weld like a pro and waste no metal! Read More
Posted June 14, 2011 at 2:44pm by ChristopherCampbell
hot rod, hot rod power tour, power tour
Alright, we decided to take the groovy'78 Dodge&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;hippie van on the Hot Rod Power Tour, and&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;we were&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;joined by some local&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp... Read More
Posted June 7, 2011 at 3:40am by BadFish
Hot Rod Power Tour, Mopar on the Hot Rod Power Tour, Long Hauler,
There's no doubt you can see plenty of Nova's, Camaro's, Mustangs and Chevelle's on the Hot Rod Power Tour, but you might not see another one of these . . . Read More
Posted June 3, 2011 at 2:57pm by BadFish
SEMA Action Network
Pro-Hobbyist Oklahoma Racing Bill Signed Into Law&amp;nbsp; Read More
Posted May 7, 2011 at 2:24am by Johnny Hunkins
Legal Road Racing
&amp;nbsp;Pro-Hobbyist Oklahoma Racing Bill Signed Into Law Read More
Posted May 6, 2011 at 9:06pm by Scott_at_GMHTP
No More Classic Car Emissions Testing in TN & AZ!
Bills in Tennessee and Arizona to exempt certain classics from emissions tests have been signed into law! Read More
Posted May 5, 2011 at 5:47pm by ChristopherCampbell
Massachusetts Exhaust Law
Massachusetts Reintroduces Bill to Ban the Use/Sale of Aftermarket Exhaust Systems&amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp; Read More
Posted April 25, 2011 at 8:05pm by Scott_at_GMHTP
best automotive sport ever, racing school busses, nascar racing, circle track
Has anyone else witnessed what could be the coolest motorsport ever? Yes, this is a professional NASCAR dirt-track racing school bus. Read More
Posted April 20, 2011 at 2:06pm by BadFish
Summit Racing Equipment
&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp; If your building a full blown race car or replacing your air cleaner&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp; Summit Racing has tons of items for you to choose from.Check ... Read More
Posted March 17, 2011 at 4:03pm by Wes.Drelleshak
SEMA ALERT: No More Emission Testing For Classics In Arizona!
Arizona Bill to Exempt Older Vehicles from Emissions Tests Approved by Senate Rules Committee; Now Moves to Vote by Full Senate&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp; Read More
Posted March 14, 2011 at 5:37pm by ChristopherCampbell
SEMA ALERT: No More Emission Testing For Classics In Tennessee!
<P style="LINE-HEIGHT: normal; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal>Tennessee Introduces Bills to Exempt Certain Older Vehicles from Emissions Tests. Read More
Posted March 14, 2011 at 5:23pm by ChristopherCampbell
Goodguys 2011 Kickoff event
<a target="_blank" target="_blank" href="http://www.good-guys.com/events/eventsList.aspx?year=2011">&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;Goodguys</a> is kicked off the first show of the year in WestWorld Of Scottsdale — Scottsdale, AZ March 11, 12 &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; 13 Rods, Customs, Classics &am... Read More
Posted March 4, 2011 at 10:39pm by Wes.Drelleshak
SEMA ALERT: Bill To Ban Custom Exhaust In Oregon
An unfair exhaust bill is on the move in Oregon. Read More
Posted February 18, 2011 at 5:58pm by ChristopherCampbell
SEMA ALERT: AR Bill To Exempt Collector Cars From Emissions
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal>A bill in Arizona to exempt limited use vehicles older than 35 years from emissions tests has passed the first committee; now it moves to the Senate Rules Committee. Read More
Posted February 16, 2011 at 6:11pm by ChristopherCampbell
PerTronix electronic ignition system
For over thirty years, the Ignitor has proven itself in applications ranging from race cars to tractors. The Ignitor replaces breaker point and troublesome factory electronic ignitions with a dependable, self contained and maintenance free electronic ignition system. The Ignitor has been called the "stealth" ignition because of its quick installation and nearly undetectabl... Read More
Posted February 10, 2011 at 5:39pm by Wes.Drelleshak
Automotive Legislation
&amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;New Legislators, New Bills and New Challenges Read More
Posted February 1, 2011 at 5:08pm by Scott_at_GMHTP
Attention North Dakotans!
North Dakota Introduces Bill to Restrict Vehicle Modifications—Transportation Committee Hearing Scheduled for Thurs., Feb. 3&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp; Read More
Posted February 1, 2011 at 3:32am by Johnny Hunkins
SEMA's 50-State Tax and Title Tool Box
Got a question regarding how to get your project registered legally? SEMA did your homework for you! Read More
Posted January 20, 2011 at 4:54pm by ChristopherCampbell
Hours of info.
&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;A few weeks back I received a email from<a target="_blank" href="http://www.millerwelds.com/about/news_releases/2010/articles312.html"> Miller Welding</a> about <a target="_blank" href="http://www.covell.biz/videos.htm">Ron Covell's</a> newest <a target... Read More
Posted November 30, 2010 at 1:44am by Wes.Drelleshak
traffic,fast lane,interstate traffic
When I took driver's ed, they taught you that the left lane was for faster drivers, is that still true? Read More
Posted October 29, 2010 at 1:14pm by BadFish
California Smog Certification
Before buying a classic car, check with your DMV to find out what your responsibility will be. Read More
Posted October 27, 2010 at 2:47am by Johnny Hunkins
AB-859 Requires Annual Smog Check Inspections for Vehicles 15 Years and Older
&amp;nbsp;Brian Brennan, Editor of Street Rodder pointed out AB-859 as number one in the "10 Worst Bills of the 09-10 Legislation Session" on page 65 of the December issue. This bill was sponsored by Green Idiot, Asm. Dave Jones, who is now running for Insurance Commissioner. (Don't vote for this pinhead) It has passed the Assembly Transportation Committee and is now i... Read More
Posted October 19, 2010 at 11:05pm by ekimball
California Global Warming Solutions Act, Info on Assembly Bill 32
&amp;nbsp;By Institute for Energy Research, Canada Free Press, October 15, 2010 Read More
Posted October 19, 2010 at 11:01pm by ekimball
Inoperable Vehicles
Man held on $30,000 bail for classic car with a flat tire—and he might&amp;amp;amp;nbsp;have to&amp;nbsp;do time. Read More
Posted October 16, 2010 at 12:29am by Johnny Hunkins
EPA Denies E15 Waiver for Pre-2001 Cars, Permits Use in Newer Cars
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency confirmed that there is insufficient test data to permit E15 to be used in MY 2000 and older light-duty motor vehicles.&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp; The SEMA Action Network (SAN) has consistently voiced concern that ethanol increases water formation which can then create formic acid and corrode metals, plastics ... Read More
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Posted October 14, 2010 at 9:23pm by mpayne
Statewide Propositions
If you are wondering what proposals will have a good or bad impact on our hobby here are some observations taken with our hobby as our primary concern. Read More
Posted October 14, 2010 at 8:34pm by ekimball
SAN Members Say "No" to More Ethanol in Gasoline
The SEMA Action Network wants to thank the hundreds of members who asked President Obama to stop the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from raising the ethanol content in gasoline.&amp;amp;amp;nbsp; The SAN worked with a number of other organizations to generate more than 22,000 total e-mailed letters.&amp;nbsp; The collective effort spanned a broad cross-... Read More
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Posted October 12, 2010 at 5:10pm by mpayne
Why we need Proposition 23 to pass
Abraxis Health, a unit of Los Angeles-based Abraxis BioScience Inc,&amp;amp;amp;nbsp; opened a new plant that will create 200 jobs in 2010 -- in Phoenix. This follows&amp;nbsp; the company's Phoenix expansions that occurred in 2007 and 2008. Read More
Posted October 9, 2010 at 12:50am by ekimball
Ballot Initiative
A new Reuters/Ipsos poll claims that Proposition 23, a ballot initiative to roll back California's global warming law until unemployment recedes, is losing 49%-37%. Read More
Posted October 8, 2010 at 5:37pm by ekimball
California Air Resource Board
&amp;nbsp;CARB is writing their own regulations, imposing fee's and fines and making truckers modify their trucks at will. If Prop 23 fails, this will give the Air Board the green light to go after our vehicles. Don't forget, they feel hot rods are a loop-hole in the law, which needs to be plugged. Also keep in mind, if Jerry Brown is elected Governor he will support t... Read More
Posted October 7, 2010 at 10:16pm by ekimball
Say NO to Untested E15
More than 22,000 Americans have e-mailed President Obama urging him to stop the Environmental Protection Agency from approving a 50 percent increase in the amount of ethanol in gasoline until comprehensive, independent and objective scientific testing can show that higher ethanol levels will not increase air pollution, harm engines or raise consumer safety issues. Read More
Posted October 6, 2010 at 8:33pm by ekimball
October 2010 SAN Club Events
The SEMA Action Network(SAN) has just provided a list of events for the month of October. With shows in many different states and convenient&amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp; dates find the right show for you. Read More
Posted October 5, 2010 at 10:51pm by mpayne
Voter registration
Voter Registration Deadlines Approaching! Read More
Posted October 5, 2010 at 6:11pm by RManson
Pontiac's and Threatening Legislation
Here's a letter from a reader who was able to make a difference in his home state regarding proposed vintage car legislation. Read More
Posted October 1, 2010 at 4:21am by HPP_EDITOR
"Dyno" Don B. on the California Air Resource Board
&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;The California Air Resource Board thinks our vehicles are a loophole in the law and want to "plug" it through their smog program. The Attorney General's office wants to get at us for registration violations and charge us for back fees, fine's &amp;amp;amp;amp; interest or put our vehicles in the crusher. Remaining silent, dumb &amp;amp... Read More
Posted September 30, 2010 at 10:41pm by ekimball
Voter Registration
Voter registration made easy Read More
Posted September 28, 2010 at 8:49pm by Scott_at_GMHTP
Protect Our Hobby! Register to Vote Now
The SEMA Action Network has been hard at work protecting our hobby and they need your help! Read More
Posted September 27, 2010 at 11:42pm by ekimball
Stand up for your rights
The SAN is a partnership between enthusiasts, vehicle clubs, and members of the specialty automotive parts industry in the United States and Canada who have joined forces to promote hobby-friendly legislation and oppose unfair laws. With nearly 40,000 members, 3 million contacts, and an ability to reach 30 million enthusiasts through print and press, the SAN is the premier... Read More
Posted September 27, 2010 at 3:21am by Steve Baur
Source Interlink Media news Media Bistro
Jerry Barmash of <a target="_blank" target="_blank" href="http://www.mediabistro.com/fishbowlny/magazines/source_interlink_publisher_of_hot_rod_promoting_political_activism_174223.asp">MediaBistro</a> is covering Source Interlink Media's Enthusiast Magazine effort to motivate car enthusiasts to "lobby for the hobby" this political season. Read More
Posted September 27, 2010 at 12:10am by pittkrew
Noisy Neighbors
Noise ordinances seem to be a very subjective matter when it comes to enforcement, and states with poorly drafted and/or ineffective state laws and regulations frequently cite the manufacturer's specifications or a factory installed muffler as the basis on which vehicle exhaust noise is measured. Read More
Posted September 26, 2010 at 3:20am by Steve Baur
Paint, VOCs
Whether you know it or not, federal and state regulators have imposed limits on VOC emissions, of which a number of products, from paint to engine degreasers and windshield washer fluids, have been reformulated to reduce their VOC levels. Additionally, there has been an effort to switch the public from oil-based paints and cleaning solvents (enamel, lacquer, mineral spirit... Read More
Posted September 25, 2010 at 3:19am by Steve Baur
Proposition 23
Prepare to dig deep into your pockets if you want to continue driving a car in California. Read More
Posted September 24, 2010 at 11:18pm by Johnny Hunkins
Can They Outlaw Hot Rodding?
HOT ROD's December 2010 issue features a story titled "Can They Outlaw Hot Rodding?". Check out some of the snippets from the feature and get inspired to not let your hot rod be banned from public roads. Read More
Posted September 24, 2010 at 9:38pm by mpayne
Can They Outlaw Street Machines?
Check out a couple of snippets from the December 2010 issue on "Can They Outlaw Street Machines?". Packed full of ideas on how you can save your hobby and inside info on whats going on behind closed doors. Read More
Posted September 24, 2010 at 9:29pm by mpayne
Fuelish Pleasures
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) currently allows gasoline to include up to 10 percent ethanol (E-10), a fuel additive made from corn or other biomass sources. The ethanol industry wants the EPA to increase the amount to 15 percent. Read More
Posted September 24, 2010 at 3:18am by Steve Baur
The New Green-Tires
It's very common knowledge these days that underinflated tires can have a detrimental effect on fuel mileage. A motorist can easily lose 3 or 4 percent in gas mileage when tires are under-inflated, and probably more important is the fact that an improperly inflated tire compromises handling and braking. So be sure to check your tire pressures regularly. Another new movemen... Read More
Posted September 23, 2010 at 3:16am by Steve Baur
Emissions Regulations
Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Standards strive to achieve reduced greenhouse gas emissions through a reduction in the amount of fuel new vehicles burn. Manufacturers are given a fuel economy rating (measured in miles per gallon) that their fleet as a whole must average in a given model year. Read More
Posted September 22, 2010 at 3:14am by Steve Baur
Pennsylvania Bill Would Increase Fees for Street Rods, Antiques, Classics & Coll
Legislation (H.B. 8A) introduced in the Pennsylvania legislature threatens to increase fees for all vehicle owners.&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp; Under the bill, general passenger cars will face a $13 increase in their registration fee, while the one-time registration fee for antique, classic and collectible vehicles will go up by $27 (from $75 to $102) and the initial reg... Read More
Posted September 21, 2010 at 11:47pm by mpayne
Zoning Laws
That project car or truck you've stashed behind your house until the new crate engine arrives, or the cherished collectible you've hung onto since high school to pass down to your kids could very easily be towed right out of your yard depending on the zoning laws in your area. Read More
Posted September 21, 2010 at 3:12am by Steve Baur
Scrap the Scrappage
In recent years, state and federal officials have attempted to implement emissions reduction programs that target older vehicles. Most scrappage programs allow "smokestack" industries to avoid reducing their own emissions by buying pollution credits generated through destroying these vehicles. These programs accelerate the normal retirement of vehicles through the purchase... Read More
Posted September 19, 2010 at 3:08am by Steve Baur
Voting and Absentee Ballot Info State-by-State
&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;Special thanks to our friends at the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.semasan.com">SEMA Action Network</a> as they have built a web page that provides links to voter registration applications, absentee ballot request information, and the upcoming deadlines related to the November 2nd local, state and national ele... Read More
Posted September 17, 2010 at 7:56pm by pittkrew
State and local laws can dictate where you can modify your project
Have you ever been hassled about your in-progress project car. Check out what SEMA says you can do to protect yourself after the jump... Read More
Posted September 16, 2010 at 12:00pm by Editor_Turner
E15 Pump Fuel
The EPA is threatening to raise Ethanol content in gasoline. Read More
Posted September 16, 2010 at 12:43am by Johnny Hunkins
EPA Threatens to Raise Ethanol Content in Gasoline
The EPA is threatening to raise the amount of ethanol in gasoline which could harm any older engine. See how you can shop this and save your hard working engine from a terrible fate. Read More
Posted September 16, 2010 at 12:35am by mpayne
Engine-switching activities are bound by specific state laws that may vary from
How legal is it to swap engines in your Mustang. Check out what SEMA has to say about it after the jump... Read More
Posted September 15, 2010 at 12:00pm by Editor_Turner
Legislative Alert
Antique imported vehicles are in dire jeopardy in Wisconsin. A September 22 committee hearing is the last good chance to save these cars! Read More
Posted September 13, 2010 at 7:31pm by Johnny Hunkins
Governor signs SEMA-model legislation into law
Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick signed into law a version of SEMA-model legislation to create a vehicle registration classification for street rods, custom vehicles, replicas and specially constructed vehicles. Read More
Posted September 9, 2010 at 2:08am by Steve Baur
Proposed New Labels For Fuel Economy And Emissions
Window stickers are slated to tell you more soon. Read More
Posted September 8, 2010 at 10:59pm by ChristopherCampbell
Gas Guzzler laws are misguided attempts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
More than a few of our readers have paid gas guzzler taxes on their rides. See what SEMA has to say about gas guzzling after the jump... Read More
Posted September 8, 2010 at 12:00pm by Editor_Turner
Severe limits on window film light transmission
We've had a few window tint infractions, so anything to stem the tide sounds good to us. See what SEMA has to say after the jump... Read More
Posted September 7, 2010 at 6:45pm by Editor_Turner
SEMA Action Network
Want to protect your hot rodding rights? See how the SEMA Action Network makes that possible. Read More
Posted September 3, 2010 at 7:40pm by Johnny Hunkins
Worst North American Speed Trap Cities, By State And By Province
National Motorists Association's National Speed Trap Exchange has just release a list of what cities are speed traps. Find out what cities in your state could cost you big. Read More
Posted September 1, 2010 at 7:25pm by mpayne
Should We Save Them? Mustangs Forgotten...
All The The Lost And Lonely Mustangs - Should We Save And Restore Them? Read More
Posted September 1, 2010 at 1:00pm by SMART67
The government wants to regulate replacement tires for fuel efficiency
Find out how tires might be regulated like cars with regard to fuel economy after the jump.. Read More
Posted August 31, 2010 at 12:00pm by Editor_Turner
Gasoline without ethanol may eventually become scarce
Some of us like to run E85 for performance, but what if you had to run E10 whether you wanted to or not. Learn more after the jump... Read More
Posted August 31, 2010 at 12:00pm by Editor_Turner
Hot Rod Magazine Live - Take my HOT ROD Away?
Here's a chance to get a preview of the December issue of HOT ROD and 20 other Source Interlink Media titles as SVP, Group Publisher Doug Evans speaks with HOT ROD Magazine Live's Dennis Pittsenbarger. Read More
Posted August 31, 2010 at 6:13am by pittkrew
Wisconsin Proposes to Restrict Registration of Imported Collector Cars
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation has proposed a new regulation (Chapter Trans 123) to prohibit the registration of imported vehicles manufactured after 1967 that do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp; U.S. law specifically exempts imported vehicles that are 25 years old and older from these sa... Read More
Posted August 27, 2010 at 6:00pm by mpayne
MASSACHUSETTS GOVERNOR NEW LAW- SEMA MODEL HOBBY CAR REGISTRATION AND TITLING B
On August 24, 2010, Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick signed into law a version of SEMA model legislation to create a vehicle registration classification for street rods, custom vehicles, replicas and specially constructed vehicles.&amp;nbsp; Read More
Posted August 26, 2010 at 7:14pm by HPPCHRIS
Massachusetts Signs Into Law SEMA Model Hobby Car Registration And Titling Bill
Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick signed into law a version of SEMA model legislation to create a vehicle registration classification for street rods, custom vehicles, replicas and specially constructed vehicles. Read More
Posted August 25, 2010 at 7:57pm by mpayne
Massachusetts Signs Into Law SEMA Model Hobby Car Registration And Titling Bill
Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick signed into law a version of SEMA model legislation to create a vehicle registration classification for street rods, custom vehicles, replicas and specially constructed vehicles. Read More
Posted August 25, 2010 at 7:43pm by mpayne
Good News For Classic Car Owners In Massachussetts
Massachusetts Governor Signs Into Law SEMA Model Hobby Car Registration And Titling Bill Read More
Posted August 25, 2010 at 7:27pm by gclark
State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus
Over the past several years, the work of these lawmakers has brought a series of significant legislative accomplishments for the vehicle enthusiast community and specialty equipment industry on issues ranging from equipment standards to registration and titling classifications, and from emissions test exemptions to the rights of hobbyists to engage in backyard restorations... Read More
Posted August 25, 2010 at 12:00pm by Editor_Turner
Roughly 500 Bills Impacting California To Be Voted On This Week
"Kevin Jeffries, the son of famed car builder Dean Jeffries shares his unique position as a California legisalator. We post it here for your review." Read More
Posted August 24, 2010 at 11:28pm by mpayne
Car Initiative Blog
&amp;amp;amp;nbsp;You come home one afternoon only to find a ticket on your project pickup that’s parked on your property. Sounds like a nightmare scenario, doesn’t it? But in some areas of the country, it’s all too real. State and local laws - some on the books now, others pending - can or will dictate where you can work to restore or modify your project truck. ... Read More
Posted August 24, 2010 at 7:29pm by CTStaff
Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus is now nearing 100 m
You might be surprised at the number of car guys (and gals) in Washington, D.C. working on behalf of hobbyists like yourself. These are senators and congressional representatives who, as enthusiasts, are interested in protecting and expanding our hobby. The Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus is now nearing 100 members and pays tribute to America’... Read More
Posted August 24, 2010 at 1:18pm by Editor_Turner
Car Initiative
Pro-Hobbyist Massachusetts Street Rod and Custom Vehicle Bill Signed Into Law Read More
Posted August 23, 2010 at 5:45pm by Johnny Hunkins
Pro-Hobbyist Massachusetts Street Rod and Custom Vehicle Bill Signed Into Law
Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick is a smart man because he's saving the hobby in Massachusetts at least. He just signed into law a version of SEMA model legislation (H.B. 4871) to create a vehicle registration classification for street rods, custom vehicles, replicas and specially constructed vehicles. Full Blog Inside. Read More
Posted August 20, 2010 at 12:04am by mpayne
Pro-Hobbyist Massachusetts Street Rod and Custom Vehicle Bill Signed Into Law
It looks like the boys over in Massachusetts are on your side. Governor Deval Patrick just signed into effect a law based upon SEMA version (H.B. 4871). Read the full blog on how this new piece of legislation benefits you. Read More
Posted August 19, 2010 at 11:49pm by mpayne
SEMA, The SAN, and www.carinitiative.com
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt" class=MsoNormal>It’s an exciting time for the auto enthusiast, be it muscle cars, hot rods, or in our case, classic trucks. Never before has there been such a vast industry to support our hobby with technologies that rival the latest to come out of Detroit, Germany, or Japan. A massive reproduction industry also exists, making it easier t... Read More
Posted August 19, 2010 at 10:38pm by RManson
PROTECT YOUR PASSION
&amp;nbsp;Since the very first vehicle was built, modifying, racing and/or personalizing your vehicle has been a rite of passage. Altering your Ford to suit your own style and needs is part of Americana. Whether your plans include aftermarket wheels, tires and window tint, or an all-out 1,000 hp engine and a roll cage, the common denominator is that millions of hard-wo... Read More
Posted August 19, 2010 at 8:08pm by scooter8273
Can They Outlaw Mustangs?
Seeing how you’re perusing the Mustang Monthly website, chances are good that you would describe yourself as an automotive enthusiast. Chances are even better that Mustangs are your vehicle of choice, and you likely own a vintage Mustang (or three, or four) as your hobby car and drive a new Mustang GT, Shelby GT500, or other late-model Mustang as your everyday vehicle. Y... Read More
Posted August 19, 2010 at 7:31pm by dfarr
Can They Outlaw Street Machines?
Once again hot rodders are under attack and this time it's much more severe than "Cash For Clunkers". Just imagine a world without muscle cars, performance parts, homebuilt cars, drag racing and autocross. See how you can make a difference and save the hobby.Yeah, we know what you're thinking: This is probably one of those stories about contacting my congressman. Booooring... Read More
Posted August 18, 2010 at 11:20pm by CarCraft
Legislations
Worst 10 Bills of the Last Legislative Session Read More
Posted August 18, 2010 at 3:53pm by Henry D
SEMA Action Network
10 Best Bills of the 2009-2010 Legislative Session Read More
Posted August 18, 2010 at 3:48pm by Henry D
Worst 10 Bills of the Last Legislative Session
&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;span id="intelliTXT"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; Here's a look at some negative car legislation... &amp;amp;amp;lt;/span&amp;gt; Read More
Posted August 18, 2010 at 12:00pm by Editor_Turner
Car Initiative
Want to improve the legislative environment for hot rodding in your state? Here’s a list of our friends in high places. Read More
Posted August 18, 2010 at 12:34am by Johnny Hunkins
The Effects of Tightening CAFE, Emissions Standards on Corvette Development
Our December issue will feature a story by Associate Editor Scott Ross, which deals in part with how federal and state regulations have shaped the development of the Corvette over the years. The following excerpt was drawn from that article.&amp;nbsp; Read More
Posted August 17, 2010 at 7:26pm by VETTE Mag
The Positive Effects of Government Regulation in America's Automobile Industry
If you're like many classic, late-model, and modern Corvette owners, you cringe at the mention of more government regulation of America's automobile industry. Read More
Posted August 17, 2010 at 6:27pm by HPPCHRIS
10 Best Bills of the 2009-2010 Legislative Session
Here's a look at some positive car legislation... Read More
Posted August 17, 2010 at 12:00pm by Editor_Turner
Do the Latest CAFE Spell Doom for the Corvette's LS7 and LS9 Engines?
The latest Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards require all auto manufacturers to raise the average fuel efficiency of their&amp;amp;amp;nbsp;vehicle offerings&amp;nbsp;to 35.5 mpg by 2016. Read More
Posted August 16, 2010 at 3:12pm by VETTE Mag
Car Initiative
If we’re going to preserve our hot rodding rights, we must work on education, not recrimination. Read More
Posted August 13, 2010 at 8:59pm by Johnny Hunkins
Cash for Clunkers: What's Next?
Probably not!As anyone who’s followed the saga of the Crusher Camaro knows, this issue hits home with us in a big way. Essentially, most state scrappage programs allow “smokestack” industries to avoid reducing their own emissions by buying pollution credits generated through destroying vehicles. These programs accelerate the normal retirement of vehicles through the ... Read More
Posted August 13, 2010 at 6:55pm by pittkrew
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