Special 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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The 2021 SEMA Memorial Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness Program makes scholarships available to students pursuing a degree or certification that leads to a career in the automotive...
Jan. 7, 2021
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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
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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
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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
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California's Santa Ynez Valley Union High School is among the 10 schools that will participate in the 2019-2020 SEMA High School Vehicle Build Program.
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
The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund has awarded $152,000 to 61 individuals this year.
Sept. 22, 2014
SEMA Action Network urges members to email lawmakers in support of the bill.
Jan. 23, 2014
Turnout reflects growing automotive industry, show organizers claim.
Nov. 13, 2013

Blogs

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Jan. 4, 2016
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This year's AAPEX and SEMA shows could set attendance records.
Oct. 23, 2013

Articles

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Innovations in vehicle technology and tool/equipment technology challenge the aftermarket like never before.
Dec. 4, 2013
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Many market trends are driving new products in today's aftermarket.
Oct. 3, 2013

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George Lathouris wins SEMA Person of the Year award.
Nov. 12, 2013
Winners announced during SEMA Show reception.
Nov. 10, 2013
Show attendees find new benefits in data management and access to high-tech tools.
Nov. 10, 2013
Bill Bliss, left, shows a 'gimble' ratchet to Chris Tegeles of Kayson Chevrolet, Crompond, N.Y.
Aftermarket professionals find plenty of innovations at the SEMA show.
Nov. 10, 2013
Ford Mustang, Scion FR-S, Ford F-Series and Jeep Wrangler named 2013 SEMA Award winners.
Nov. 6, 2013
Criteria that ranked high included superiority of innovation, technical achievement, quality and workmanship, consumer appeal and marketability.
Nov. 6, 2013
Bartec to also present at TPMS education session.
Oct. 31, 2013
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Company expands booth to 3,000 square feet.
Oct. 31, 2013
IQV12 Series cordless tools enable technicians to access narrow spaces faster and easier.
Oct. 31, 2013
Reception to highlight efforts to support education and honor donors.
Oct. 29, 2013
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Company to showcase wheel designs.
Oct. 29, 2013
Chip Foose will visit the Lincoln Electric booth at the 2013 SEMA Show on Friday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to noon.
Hot rod designers, bike builders and racers share the Lincoln Electric booth, along with high-performance bike and record-seeking electric dragster.
Oct. 28, 2013
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American Force Wheels showcases the company's popular and new wheel designs.
Oct. 28, 2013
Marketing seminar one of 50 free sessions at SEMA.
Oct. 25, 2013
Manufacturing expert brings OEM perspective to panel.
Oct. 24, 2013
Celebrity racers to demonstrate in front of Convention Center.
Oct. 15, 2013
First sustainability education challenge grant to be awarded at SEMA.
Oct. 15, 2013
Seminars to be Nov. 4 to 7 in Las Vegas.
Sept. 26, 2013
SEMA show to include more than 90 education seminars.
Sept. 25, 2013
Press conferences are open to credentialed media attendees.
Sept. 9, 2013
Awards recognize the industry's top trend-setting vehicles and the accessories that make them cool.
Aug. 29, 2013
The SEMA Education Institute (SEI) will host a webinar on August 1 to provide an overview of the Affordable Care Act, including recent changes to key deadlines for its implementation...
July 26, 2013
Supreme Court ruling holds challenges did not demonstrate direct injury from E15 sales.
July 3, 2013
Lawmakers' recognition reaps continued acknowledgement of historic and classic cars.
June 25, 2013
Automotive specialty equipment sales increase for third straight year.
June 24, 2013
Members of the Antique Automobile Club of America circled the U.S. Capitol in their vintage automobiles.
June 20, 2013
SEMA joins motorcycle enthusiasts and antique auto enthusiasts to oppose ethanol.
June 20, 2013
Law required fuel to contain 9 to 10 percent ethanol.
June 10, 2013
SEMA urges members to contact lawmakers in support of the law.
May 29, 2013
The upgrades come as a result of the fast-growing interest from both exhibitors and buyers in the collision market segment.
May 14, 2013
SEMA Garage now open for business.
May 9, 2013
SEMA show to be Nov. 5 to 8 in Las Vegas.
March 21, 2013
Top scholarship increases to $5,000.
Jan. 4, 2013
Miller Electric Manufacturing Co.'s Multimatic 200 TIG/MIG stick welder wins tool and equipment category.
Nov. 5, 2012
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Integrity Test Drive performs complete vehicle inspection in minutes.
Oct. 23, 2012
SEMA is seeking nominations to recognize a young individual from the industry who is making breakthroughs in the areas of new products, has new approaches to business or is setting...
Sept. 27, 2012
Automotive experts are speculating on what the top vehicle models will be at the upcoming SEMA Show
Sept. 26, 2012
Tom Marx will present "Power Branding" on Monday, Oct. 29, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and "The Truth About Sales & Marketing: Who Works for Whom?" on the same day from ...
Sept. 19, 2012
Vehicle to be unveiled at 2012 SEMA Show then auction off to raise funds for SEMA Scholarship Fund.
Aug. 23, 2012
2012 Inductees are Nick Arias Jr., Bill France Sr., Mark Heffington, and Bob Larivee Sr.
May 9, 2012