SEMA Makes Friday More Valuable Than Ever
The industry is preparing for a busy and productive Friday at the 2015 SEMA Show, with interest and activities growing on the fourth and final day of the annual trade show taking place Tuesday-Friday, Nov. 3-6, in Las Vegas, NV.
SEMA Introduces Wheel & Tire Council Ride Guides
These guides are designed to equip sales staff with data-supported comparisons to assist consumers in understanding how plus-sizing will affect the ride and handling of their vehicle. The goal is to better understand the changes of vehicle handling dynamics in relation to the customization of wheels and tires.
Automotive Specialty Equipment Market Reaches $36B, According To SEMA Report
Consumer spending on automotive specialty equipment parts and accessories is on the rise, reaching $36 billion in 2014. This number, which represents an 8 percent growth over the previous year and the fifth consecutive year of growth, is reported in the 2015 SEMA Market Report.
SEMA Secures Senate Resolution For ‘Collector Car Appreciation Day’
The U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 196 (S. Res. 196) designating July 10, 2015 as “Collector Car Appreciation Day.” The resolution was requested by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) Councils. The date marks the sixth commemoration in what has become an annual event to celebrate and raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society.
SEMA Elects New Board Members
On June 11, the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Board of Directors announced election results, with the addition of several new board members. Wade Kawasaki of the Coker Group has been elected as the chairman-elect and joins the association for the 2015-’17 term.
SEMA Show To Feature Expansion Area For First-Time And Featured Exhibitors
The 2015 SEMA Show will include a new expansion area to accommodate additional exhibitors during the SEMA Show, which takes place Nov. 3-6 in Las Vegas. Located in the outside area south of the Las Vegas Convention Center (adjacent to the Renaissance Hotel), this new First-Time and Featured Exhibitors area also will include a transportation hub and serve as a primary thoroughfare into the SEMA Show.
Applications Open For SEMA Battle Of The Builders
Applications are now being accepted at semaignited.com for the 2015 SEMA Battle of the Builders to be held at the 2015 SEMA Show, Nov. 3-6. The automotive build competition that debuted last year has garnered nationwide attention as the focus of a Velocity TV special, which was viewed by more than 1 million fans.
SEMA Show Registration Is Now Open
Registration to attend the 2015 SEMA Show is now available at SEMAShow.com/register. The annual trade show for the automotive accessories market is set for Nov. 3-6 in Las Vegas. Registration is offered in three categories: attendee, exhibitor and media.
SEMA Battle Of The Builders TV Special To Premiere March 8
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has announced the first SEMA-produced television special premieres on the Velocity channel at 8 p.m. EDT on Sunday, March 8. The one-hour program features the first-ever SEMA Battle of the Builders competition highlighting the top 10 builders, their vehicles and their journey to the inaugural competition.
SEMA Secures U.S. Senate Resolution Designating July 11 As ‘Collector Car Appreciation Day’
The U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 493 (S. Res. 493) designating July 11, 2014, as “Collector Car Appreciation Day.” The Resolution was requested by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) Councils.