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SEMA Fights Tariffs, Missouri To Cut State Inspections? The Latest News!

SEMA Fights Tariffs, Missouri To Cut State Inspections? The Latest News!

Automotive Repair News Today · Braxton Critcher

April 23, 20259m 52s

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Show Notes

In this episode, Braxton Critcher covers some of the most pressing developments in the automotive repair industry. He highlights SEMA’s recent appeal to President Trump for a transition period before new tariffs impact US automotive parts manufacturers. Braxton also discusses controversial bills in Missouri that could exempt many newer vehicles from safety inspections. Finally, he covers Hyundai’s adjustments to their Assurance Program in response to looming auto tariffs. All that an more on today's episode!

00:00 Manufacturers Seek Tariff Transition Period

03:51 Missouri Vehicle Inspection Debate

08:15 SEMA Registration Opens Next Week

Topics

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