Plans for the in-person 2021 SEMA Show, to be held Tuesday–Friday, November 2–5, in Las Vegas, are moving forward as scheduled. Exhibiting companies can now make preparations for the world’s premier aftermarket trade show by completing a space rental agreement and reserving a booth space.
’22 BMW X7: As a big, luxurious, three-row SUV, the BMW X7 is doing quite well, and work has already begun on a mid-life refresh.
’22 Kia Sportage: A thinly disguised prototype was snapped testing on the Nürburgring ahead of its likely reveal later this spring.
’22 Toyota Tundra: After almost two years, we officially have our first look at the next-gen Tundra.
Industry news from SEMA-member companies, including Peterson Manufacturing, Oracle Lighting, Wilwood and more.
The U.S. economy continues to recover but, as noted last month, growth is moderating, according to the latest “SEMA Industry Indicators” report. In Europe, where fiscal stimulus was smaller than in the United States, rising COVID-19 cases drove a fresh series of national lockdowns in late 2020. The economy there was likely to see another contraction in the fourth quarter, indicating the start of a double-dip recession. The probability of a double-dip recession in the United States has inched higher and was probably around 25% as of press time.
’22 Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo: This Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo was caught testing near Weissach, Germany, and is scheduled for a production reveal in the coming 10 months.
75th Anniversary ’21 Ram Power Wagon: Ram is celebrating the 75th anniversary of its iconic Power Wagon nameplate with a new special-edition model that was caught recently on the roads of Metro Detroit.
Ford F-150 Tremor: The Tremor off-road package for the new Ford F-150, which will slot between the entry-level FX4 rugged package and range-topping Raptor.
Industry news from SEMA-member companies, including Permatex, Pertronix, Caliber and more.
General Motors announced that Factory Zero, the company’s all-electric vehicle assembly plant at the Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Center, is the first automotive plant in the United States to install dedicated 5G fixed mobile network technology.
’22 Ford Maverick: The Maverick will slot below the Ranger in Ford’s expanding pickup lineup.
Corvette C8 Z06: The Z06 features a staggered wheel/tire configuration, with the rear tires being particularly wide.
’21 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Half-Door: With added pressure from the upcoming Ford Bronco, it now appears that Jeep is looking at bringing a half-door option to the market.
Industry news from SEMA-member companies, including Icahn Automotive, TMI Automotive Products Inc., Bed Wood Parts and more.
SEMA was presented with a 2020 Market Development Cooperator Program (MDCP) Award, which will allow SEMA to expand its programs to assist its member manufacturers in exporting products to growing international markets.