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Suggested caption: SEMA Vehicle of the Year Awards will be presented in six categories during the SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal on Monday, Oct. 31, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Best New Vehicles for Aftermarket Announced
-- SEMA Show exhibitors vote for aftermarket industry’s top vehicles --
-- SEMA Awards for Vehicles of the Year issued in six categories --
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Oct. 14, 2022) – As experts and innovators in the automotive specialty equipment industry, SEMA Show exhibitors have voted on the top trend-setting vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. The leading vehicles that represent the best business opportunities for the aftermarket are being considered for a SEMA Award in six categories.
Finalists for SEMA Awards (in alphabetical order):
SEMA Car of the Year
Nissan Z
Dodge Challenger
SEMA Mid-Size Truck of the Year
Jeep Gladiator
Toyota Tacoma
SEMA Full-Size Truck of the Year
Ram
Toyota Tundra
SEMA 4x4/SUV of the Year
Jeep Wrangler
Toyota 4Runner
SEMA Sport Compact of the Year
Toyota GR86
Volkswagen Golf GTI
SEMA Electric Vehicle of the Year
Nissan Ariya
Volkswagen ID.4
SEMA Show exhibitors choose to develop products for new vehicles that have wide consumer appeal, and for which they often collaborate with automakers through programs such as SEMA Measuring Sessions and SEMA Tech Transfer. The SEMA Award finalists represent exhibiting automakers that support the aftermarket with accessory-friendly models based on their potential for customization.
The top winning vehicle in each category will be announced during the SEMA Show Vehicle Reveal at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 31, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Held the evening before the opening of the SEMA Show, the Vehicle Reveal gives media and exhibitors a chance to get a sneak peek at some of the vehicles that will be on display during the week.
To learn more about the 2022 SEMA Show taking place Nov. 1-4, in Las Vegas, Nev., visit www.semashow.com.
About SEMA and the SEMA Show
The SEMA Show is a trade show produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), a nonprofit trade association founded in 1963. Since the first SEMA Show debuted in 1967, the annual event has served as the leading venue bringing together manufacturers and buyers within the automotive specialty equipment industry. Products featured at the SEMA Show include those that enhance the styling, functionality, comfort, convenience, and safety of cars and trucks. Additional details are available at www.semashow.com or www.sema.org, 909/396-0289.
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