SEMA Action Network (SAN) Protecting our Hobby

Below is an article giving some background information on SEMA Action Network (SAN), an organization whose objective is to protect our rights as automotive hobbyists.  As an auto enthusiast, it’s great to see an organization taking a stand for our passion.  As listed below, they’ve been able to make a positive impact on our hobby and need our assistance to continue…

Since 1997, the SEMA Action Network (SAN) has been (and continues to be) the premier grassroots network for the automotive hobby.  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.  We are an organization dedicated to providing the tools and information necessary for hobbyists to protect their passion.In its 14-year history, the effect of the SAN on shaping government policy has been enormous.  The SAN has successfully:

•     Enacted street rod and custom vehicle (including kit cars and replicas) registration and titling laws in 21 states.

•     Protected classic vehicles waiting to be restored on private property from confiscation.

•     Safeguarded legal off-road nitrous oxide use with SAN model legislation

•     Defended enthusiast’s right to use aftermarket exhaust systems.

•     Junked state level “Cash for Clunkers” legislation.

•     Enacted legislation to lower taxes and fees for hobbyist vehicles.

•     Advocated to ensure public lands remain open to responsible off-road recreation.

The current economic and legislative environment is emboldening governments to become more aggressive with their anti-auto hobby legislation.  States are seeking new avenues for generating revenue and new ways of dictating what you can and cannot do with your vehicles. The message government is sending is clear – the hobby needs the SEMA Action Network and hobbyists now more than ever.

SAN cannot do it alone, however. Becoming a member of SAN will arm you with the knowledge and means to stand up for the hobby on Capitol Hill and in state houses across the country.  SAN members receive great informational tools like the monthly newsletter, “The Driving Force,” up-to-the-minute legislative updates, tips to voice your support for the auto hobby, special invitations and much more!  Please be sure to visit www.semasan.com/san/join.aspx to enroll and remember to spread the word! Joining SAN is free, carries no obligations, commitments, or hassles.  We need enthusiasts like you to spread the word about SAN and to encourage others to join.  For more information, please contact Mike Dingell, the Director of the SEMA Action Network, at (202) 783-6007, extension 38, or email miked@sema.org.