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Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA)

1575 S. Valley Vista Dr
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
United States
909-610-2030

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A love for cars, trucks and SUVs is the motivating force behind the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA). This trade association consists of a diverse group of manufacturers, distributors, retailers, publishing companies, auto restorers, street-rod builders, restylers, car clubs, race teams and more.

SEMA members make, buy, sell and use all kinds of specialty parts and accessories to make vehicles more attractive, more unique, more convenient, faster, safer, more fun and even like-new again.

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Attendees can choose from more than 70 sessions in 14 tracks that will take immediate returns to the next level.
Aug. 19, 2022
Awards of up to $5,000 are available to qualified individuals.
Jan. 6, 2021
2020 SEMA Person of the Year, Gen-III Innovator of the Year, and Manufacturer of the Year were awarded through a special online celebration.
Nov. 6, 2020
The winners, which are selected from more than 2,200 products in the SEMA360 New Products Showcase, represent the most innovative and cutting-edge automotive aftermarket products...
Nov. 3, 2020
California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an Executive Order instructing CARB to draft regulations requiring that all new cars and passenger trucks sold in the state be zero-emissions...
Sept. 28, 2020
SEMA360 will take place November 2-6 to allow manufacturers and resellers in the specialty automotive segment to connect and conduct business.
Sept. 2, 2020
The SEMA High School Vehicle Build Program is a project that reaches, inspires, and supports high school students to learn about the automotive aftermarket industry.
Jan. 15, 2020
SEMA's annual New Products Awards competition recognizes outstanding achievements in the development of products being introduced to the automotive specialty-equipment market ...
Oct. 31, 2017
However, the Copyright Office declined to provide the exemption to third parties who diagnose, repair or modify a vehicle on behalf of the vehicle owner.
Oct. 28, 2015
The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund has awarded $152,000 to 61 individuals this year.
Sept. 22, 2014

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More aftermarket shops are discovering social media, Internet expert notes.
Oct. 30, 2013
This year's AAPEX and SEMA shows could set attendance records.
Oct. 23, 2013

News

Up to $5,000 of financial assistance will be available for students seeking careers in the automotive aftermarket.
Jan. 6, 2026
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SEMA filed an amicus brief with the Supreme Court asking for a review of the waiver California received from the EPA.
Aug. 22, 2024
SEMA's board includes Chairman Kyle Fickler of ProCharger and Chair-Elect Melanie White of Hellwig Products.
June 24, 2024
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The research aimed to bridge the gap in information and address the impact of aftermarket suspension products on ADAS features.
April 25, 2024
The 2024 SEMA Scholarship application period for students pursuing careers in the automotive or performance parts industries is now open and will run through March 1, 2024.
Jan. 4, 2024
The market research report explores new findings on the current state of the specialty-equipment industry.
Oct. 26, 2023
Through its Memorial Scholarship Fund, SEMA issued $245,000 in scholarship and loan forgiveness awards to 104 individuals pursuing a career in the automotive aftermarket industry...
Aug. 10, 2023
The specialty-equipment market showed positive results in 2022 with an overall market growth of 2 percent and reaching $51.8 billion in sales.
June 21, 2023
Financial assistance of up to $5,000 available to students and recent grads pursuing a career in the automotive aftermarket.
Jan. 20, 2023
Coming 2023, the SEMA Show will expand to include the newly announced SEMA Week, taking over the Las Vegas Festival Grounds with new concepts, activities, and events for automotive...
Nov. 10, 2022

Articles

The standard would require automatic emergency breaking (AEB) and pedestrian AEB systems on new passenger cars and light trucks weighing up to 10,000 lbs.
June 15, 2023
The SEMA Action Network launches a new tool, Fact vs. Fiction, to set automotive news and laws straight.
April 8, 2022
The auto sector continues to be strained by supply chain disruptions, but spending on parts and accessories rose 5.6 percent.
March 7, 2022
Innovations in vehicle technology and tool/equipment technology challenge the aftermarket like never before.
Dec. 4, 2013
Many market trends are driving new products in today's aftermarket.
Oct. 3, 2013

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Nearly 2,000 products were entered into the 18 different categories this year.
Nov. 2, 2022
The finalists represent exhibiting automakers that support the aftermarket with accessory-friendly models based on their potential for customization.
Oct. 14, 2022
Finalists for the award were selected based on their presence and influence across social-media channels, including YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and more.
Oct. 6, 2022
The tricked-out Ford Bronco is set to debut just before the SEMA Show by the SEMA Businesswomen's Network.
July 27, 2022
If enacted, eligible motorists who convert their vehicle into a zero-emissions vehicle (ZEV) will be eligible for a $2,000 rebate.
May 31, 2022
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SEMA Market Research: CUVs
Crossover utility vehicles (CUVs) accounted for 45 percent of passenger vehicles sold in 2021, according to a SEMA Market Research report.
April 15, 2022
The Virtual Education Portal includes a comprehensive collection of educational webinars and resources targeted to the automotive aftermarket.
Dec. 20, 2021
The AAPEX and SEMA Shows wrapped up during the first week of November in Las Vegas.
Nov. 11, 2021
5 awards to be handed out at the show in November in Las Vegas
July 8, 2021