By Ashley Reyes
Motorsports parts manufacturers can develop strong connections with media who can help promote their brand by signing up now to exhibit at the 2025 SEMA Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) Media Trade Conference.
Taking place January 21-23, 2025, in Orlando, Florida, the event will bring together manufacturers of racing and performance parts together with media for 40-plus private, 30-minute meetings over a span of three days. The program is the most efficient way for motorsports manufacturers to share detailed information about their products, changes in their company or the latest industry trends with media representatives who can promote the news to mass audiences.
Unlike traditional trade shows that focus on meeting with buyers on the show floor, Media Trade Conference meetings are held in private suites, so there are no elaborate booths or setup costs. With media in attendance representing everything from print, online, video/television, radio, podcasts and social-media content creators, the event is the best place for motorsports manufacturers to expand their audience reach and develop new partnerships.
"I really enjoy the show and getting the one-on-one time with people I don't see often or people I would have never met otherwise," said Tom Longo of Derale Performance. "Every year we find something that makes a difference for our brand."
Relocating from Los Angeles, California, to Orlando, Florida for the first time since the program's inception in 1997, the 2025 conference is anticipated to attract new manufacturers and media participants from the East Coast. Networking breaks and a reception scheduled throughout the week will give participants multiple opportunities to further their connections.
The MPMC Media Trade Conference is open to MPMC, Truck & Off-Road Alliance (TORA) and Performance Racing Industry (PRI) manufacturing companies whose membership is active at the time of the conference. Manufacturer registration closes Monday, September 9, with early-bird pricing closing Sunday, August 4. Media registration will open in September. Learn more at sema.org/mtc.