The SEMA Show Online Media Center is now available for exhibiting companies to submit SEMA Show-related press releases to be included on the SEMA Show website.
Exhibitors can post press releases at semashow.com/press-release to generate excitement and awareness, as well as possible inclusion in association publications and promotion to media attendees.
With thousands of media members in attendance, exhibiting companies will benefit by spotlighting their newest and most innovative products to direct media to their booths. The Online Media Center was designed specifically for journalists to find Show-related news and announcements.
Below are several announcements you will find in the Online Media Center:
SEMA Garage is strongly recommending members participate in an upcoming virtual workshop hosted by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) on September 17, 2024.
Scheduled for 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PDT, the online event will highlight the organization's changes to the procedures for obtaining an Executive Order (EO) for exemptions from the California Vehicle Code prohibitions against modifications. CARB has prepared changes to the procedures with the intention of obtaining CARB Board approval in the first half of 2025. The organization is hosting the upcoming webinar in order to ensure that the process will go smoothly and to engage with those affected by the proposed revisions. The event will offer participants in the workshop an opportunity to hear the proposed changes and provide comments. SEMA encourages members who use the CARB Aftermarket EO program to take advantage of the opportunity.
Aftermarket manufacturers of performance-related products are likely aware that CARB has specific procedures they must follow in order to obtain exemptions from the California Vehicle Code prohibitions against modifications, in the form of an EO. These procedures were first adopted in 1977, then amended in 1981 and again in 1990. They remained untouched until a significant rewrite was adopted in June 2021 and first implemented in January 2022.
For the last two and a half years, SEMA has assisted members with the CARB EO application process following these new procedures. The addition of fees in April 2022 has further complicated the process. SEMA has continually communicated with CARB regarding the efficacy of these procedures and has made recommendations for further improvements.
For any questions, contact Stephanie Herring at stephanieh@sema.org.
The SEMA Future Leaders Network (FLN) is hosting an online General Membership Meeting on Thursday, September 12, at 10:00 a.m. PDT/1:00 p.m. EDT.
Open to aftermarket professionals aged 39 and under, the meeting will be the ideal time to hear about FLN's current priorities for members, which include networking opportunities and career development programs. Attendees will connect with the select committee, discover open volunteer positions within the network and learn about the network's plans for the upcoming SEMA Show.
With FLN membership representing some of the top technology, marketing and sales, operations and executive minds in the automotive industry, the meeting is a great chance to learn about the benefits of getting more involved in or joining the network.
The SEMA Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) is hosting a General Membership Meeting and Panel Discussion on October 1, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. PDT/1:00 p.m. EDT.
Open to all SEMA member businesses that serve the hot-rod market, the meeting will provide updates on HRIA's member benefits, followed by a panel discussion on traditional fabrication methods and emerging technologies. Moderated by Amy Fitzgerald of Cool Hand Customs, the discussion will feature panelists Stacey David of "Stacey David's Gearz" & Rattletrap Productions, Mike Ring of Ringbrothers, Ian Roussel of Roussels Custom Fabrication and Chris Ryan of Ryan's Rod & Kustom. Together, this group of hot-rod experts will share their methods for creating the industry's best builds using both traditional methods and new technology.
Attendees will gain insight into traditional tools of the trade that are still relevant today, when to use new technology versus the "tried-and-true" methods and how to know when it is time to invest in new tech. You’ll learn the benefits of using different methods and be able to connect directly with top hot-rod legends.
September 9 is the deadline for motorsports parts manufacturers to secure their participation in the 2025 Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) Media Trade Conference, the premier motorsports business event where companies can establish quality relationships with members of the media.
Taking place January 21-23, 2025, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando International Drive in Orlando, Florida, the Media Trade Conference provides manufacturers the opportunity to take part in more than 40 private, 30-minute meetings in which they can showcase their products and share their latest news with journalists, editors, podcasters, content creators and social-media influencers. Relationships that are forged at the event result in content that is shared by media to their mass audiences year-round. Participation 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.
Sign up now to secure your spot for this influential event!
Questions can be directed to MPMC Director Marcy Yanus at marcy@sema.org.
SEMA Senior Vice President for Public and Government Affairs Karen Bailey-Chapman continues to make the rounds discussing the Chevron doctrine decision from the U.S. Supreme Court and its potential impact on the automotive aftermarket. Watch her recent conversation with "Pickup Truck Talk" host Tim Esterdahl below as they discuss the ruling and its implications for the industry and truck enthusiasts.
Learn more about the broader implications of the Chevron doctrine ruling by watching Karen’s 18-minute conversation with Jim Moore, SEMA's vice president of OEM and product development.
SEMA Senior Vice President for Public and Government Affairs Karen Bailey-Chapman continues to make the rounds discussing the Chevron doctrine decision from the U.S. Supreme Court and its potential impact on the automotive aftermarket. Watch her recent conversation with "Pickup Truck Talk" host Tim Esterdahl below as they discuss the ruling and its implications for the industry and truck enthusiasts.
Learn more about the broader implications of the Chevron doctrine ruling by watching Karen’s 18-minute conversation with Jim Moore, SEMA's vice president of OEM and product development.
Attending the SEMA Show, November 5-8, Las Vegas, is a no-brainer. Of course, whether you're a first-time attendee or a seasoned veteran, the SEMA Show does require an investment of your time and money.
To help attendees maximize ROI, SEMA offers numerous ways to save on Show-related expenses, including the guaranteed lowest room rates at hotels across Las Vegas, discounts on airfare and transportation, and reduced fees for early registration.
Learn how you can save money on the 2024 SEMA Show below:
Registration
Did you know you can save on SEMA Show registration by registering early? Registration is only $60 for qualified attendees who register by Friday, September 27. After, the price will increase to $120 per approved badge.
For more information or to register for the 2024 SEMA Show, visit semashow.com/register.
Airline Discounts
Showgoers can claim airline discounts directly from exclusive SEMA Show partners to save big on plane tickets to this year's event.
Available 2024 SEMA Show airline discounts are currently available through Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines.
Make your hotel reservations through SEMA's official hotel provider, onPeak, to receive the lowest possible nightly rates at an extensive list of the best hotels in Las Vegas. Booking your 2024 SEMA Show hotel through the official SEMA Show block also provides flexible booking with no change fees and no full pre-payment. You can make changes or cancel reservations without penalty until October 10, 2024.
Reservations at an official hotel also count toward your hotel loyalty program. Simply enter your rewards number when securing your reservation.
Several of the available properties in the official SEMA Show hotel block are connected to the Las Vegas Monorail, the quick and reliable transportation alternative for travelers on the Las Vegas Strip. Directly connected to the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) and with trains arriving every few minutes, the Monorail is an easy, fast and convenient way to get to the SEMA Show and travel the Strip. The Monorail is offering exclusive fare discounts on 24-hour to 7-day passes for SEMA Show attendees. Purchase your discounted tickets at tix.lvmonorail.com/SEMA24. Digital tickets are also available, allowing you to skip the line and scan your phone right at the gate!
Vegas Loop at Las Vegas Convention Center
Vegas Loop at the Las Vegas Convention Center quickly transports passengers throughout the 200-acre LVCC campus in a quick and convenient way, free of charge. The system consists of two tunnels built to accommodate all-electric Tesla vehicles driving at speeds of up to 35 mph. Four passenger stations offer access between the new West Hall and the existing campus (North/Central/South Halls). Typical walk time between the West Hall to the existing North/Central Hall can take up to 25 minutes. The same trip on LVCC Loop takes approximately 2 minutes.
The Vegas Loop also has officially opened the Resorts World Passenger Station, providing direct access to and from the LVCC. However, a valid Vegas Loop ticket will be required for any rides arriving from or departing to any station outside of the LVCC. Visit lvloop.com/tickets to purchase a ticket.
For more information about the 2024 SEMA Show, visit semashow.com. Sign up for updates on SEMA Fest at semafest.com.
Get ready to wrap up the SEMA Show in style on Friday, November 8,with a night of heart-pounding live music at the SEMA Fest concert featuring live performances by Cage The Elephant, Sublime, Fitz and the Tantrums and Petey! (Buy tickets at SEMAFEST.com).
Ahead of the second annual SEMA Fest, SEMA News is sharing an exclusive spotlight on one of this generation's premier alternative bands, Sublime, to share the hype as we approach this year's concert on the SEMA Show campus at the Las Vegas Convention Center parking lot adjacent to South Hall.
2024 SEMA Fest Artist Spotlight: Sublime
Sublime, the wildly popular Long Beach, California, reggae-punk/alternative rock trio, was founded in 1988 by Eric Wilson, Bud Gaugh and Bradley Nowell. Their first self-produced album, "40oz. to Freedom," was released in 1992 via the band's label Skunk Records. Two years later, the album received heavy radio exposure by Southern California's KROQ, just in time for the band's 1994 sophomore album, "Robbin' the Hood." "Robbin' the Hood" revealed an experimental ethic more in keeping with cut-and-paste dub than the well-tuned rage of the Cali punk revival, and it performed well on college radio and set the stage for the breakout success of Sublime's self-titled third album.
On May 25, 1996, however, lead vocalist and guitarist Nowell tragically passed away, and the band ended for the foreseeable future. At that time, the eponymous "SUBLIME" album was still slated for a July 1996 release. On the strength of the chart-topping alternative radio hit "What I Got," the album was certified gold by the end of 1996. "Santeria" and "Wrong Way" followed and enjoyed heavy airplay, and their self-titled album eventually sold more than seven million copies, making it one of the most popular reggae-punk albums in history. Success spread to the band's earlier albums too, leading "40oz. to Freedom" to double-platinum sales and "Robbin' the Hood" to gold certification.
Sublime has gone on to sell more than 18 million RIAA-certified albums in the United States, and their genre-defining music and cultural influence are stronger today than ever before.
Fortunately for SEMA Fest concertgoers, in late 2023, the late Nowell's son Jakob Nowell joined original Sublime members Gaugh and Wilson on stage for the first time to perform at a benefit concert. With an undeniable musical synergy between Nowell, Gaugh and Wilson--and overwhelming reaction and support from fans across the world--the trio decided to move forward and continue the Sublime legacy, starting a new chapter of the band with Jakob Nowell as frontman. SEMA Fest goers will be able to experience history in the making as the Sublime connects with audiences during an epic concert on Friday, November 8, following the SEMA Show.
How to Attend the 2024 SEMA Fest
Tickets to the 2024 SEMA Fest, open to members of the industry and the public, start at just $49 and are available at SEMAFEST.com.
2024 SEMA Fest ticket options include:
Concert General Admission (GA) - $49: Entry to all SEMA Fest concert GA viewing areas; does not include access to the Las Vegas Convention Center SEMA Show exhibit halls.
Concert VIP Access - $99: Exclusive access to the VIP viewing area with premium sightlines; VIP bars and washrooms; separate entrance for VIP pass holders at the entrance; device charging stations; does not include access to the Las Vegas Convention Center SEMA Show Exhibit Halls.
Note: Your SEMA Show badge does not get you into the SEMA Fest concerts; a SEMA Fest concert ticket must be purchased.
Guests are encouraged to secure their hotel stay for SEMA Fest as soon as possible through OnPeak, SEMA Fest's only official housing provider. View available hotels here and select your preferred stay dates!
Keep an eye on SEMA News for headliner spotlights and more details--including motorsports activations!--on this one-of-a-kind event. For more details and tickets, visit SEMAFEST.com!
In addition, find out about additional SEMA Week events, like Industry Night @ SEMA, set for Monday, November 4, ahead of the opening of the SEMA Show on Wednesday, November 5. Same concert stage, different event!
Longtime SEMA member Magnuson Superchargers has advanced to the top 16 in voting for the "Coolest Thing Made in California" award for its '24 Roush Performance Mustang Supercharger system. The "Coolest Thing Made in California" award, presented by the California Manufacturing and Technology Association (CMTA), celebrates the most outstanding products manufactured in the Golden State.
Magnuson's advancement to the top 16 is a testament to the innovation and craftsmanship that define the automotive-aftermarket industry. The next round of voting begins Monday, August 26, and runs through August 29.
We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the industry for their support in getting Magnuson this far. Now, we need your help again to push them across the finish line!
Developed in collaboration with Roush Performance, Magnuson Supercharger's nominated kit transforms the Ford Mustang GT's 5.0L Coyote engine, delivering an astonishing 810 hp and 630 lb.-ft of torque. Machined, assembled and tested in Ventura, California, the Magnuson Supercharger is SEMA-certified and in the process of receiving CARB Executive Order (ECO) approval, ensuring it meets the state's rigorous emissions standards.
Magnuson Superchargers' success in this competition further underscores the contribution of SEMA members to California's economy, which employs nearly 150,000 people and contributes more than $40 billion to the state's economy.
For more information, contact Christian Robinson, SEMA's senior director for state government affairs and grassroots, at christianr@sema.org.
Longtime SEMA member Magnuson Superchargers has advanced to the top 16 in voting for the "Coolest Thing Made in California" award for its '24 Roush Performance Mustang Supercharger system. The "Coolest Thing Made in California" award, presented by the California Manufacturing and Technology Association (CMTA), celebrates the most outstanding products manufactured in the Golden State.