In February, the SEMA Performance Parts and Demand Index (PADI) rose to 81 from January’s meager 54-point reading. This is still a drop from February 2007, when the Index was up to 97. Consumers are increasingly feeling the impact of economic forces this year, such as higher gas prices and bleak...

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SEMA members can enjoy substantial discounts with FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, FedEx Freight, New Penn and Roadway using the SEMA Freight Savings Plan administered by Siriani & Associates. Special SEMA rates are also available on international shipping. Enrollment is free, quick and easy. If you’re...

Tune into the SPEED Channel as automotive veteran Barry Meguiar chats with industry leaders at the 2007 SEMA Show. Two episodes will air this month. The first episode, “Celebrities at SEMA 2007,” premiered earlier this week and re-airs this Sunday, March 16.

Renowned Washington commentators Fred Barnes and Eleanor Clift will be the headliners for a lively debate on timely political issues, including the 2008 presidential election, during the political insiders session at SEMA’s 2008 Washington Rally.

The deadline to register for the SEMA Installer Certification Exams is next Friday, March 21. The tests are ideal for business owners, installers, restylers and wheel and tire specialists looking to gain a quality advantage in the marketplace. The SEMA certification program includes five exams which...

SEMA Manufacturer Members: SEMA has set up a Measuring Session with smart USA for the 2008 smart fortwo coupe and cabriolet. Measuring Sessions provide manufacturers with private previews of new and soon-to-be-released vehicles. In addition to gathering first-hand measurements and specs...

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SEMA manufacturing members are invited to join Ford in Dearborn, Michigan, for the Ford Measuring Session featuring the 2009 Ford Flex, F-150 and Lincoln MKS. This is the event where you can gather the measurements, photos and information needed to get your products ready outfit these vehicles when...