SEMA Show Gears Up for Sellout Year

SEMA Show Gears Up for Sellout Year

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) says that manufacturers of automotive accessories are showing no signs of slowing down, as evidenced by the 1,643 exhibitors that have already signed up to participate in the 2008 SEMA Show this November ....

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) says that manufacturers of automotive accessories are showing no signs of slowing down, as evidenced by the 1,643 exhibitors that have already signed up to participate in the 2008 SEMA Show this November.

The SEMA show takes place Tuesday-Friday, Nov. 4-7 in Las Vegas. The trade-only event targets the $36.7 billion automotive specialty-equipment market, which includes products that enhance the styling and functionality of cars, trucks and SUVs.

“It’s early in the process, but it appears that the SEMA Show will be another sellout year,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA VP of events and communications. “It’s exciting to see such involvement and interest from the industry, especially in today’s challenging economic times. Recognizing the importance that the industry places on the SEMA Show, we’re working hard to provide showgoers with high-value opportunities throughout the week.”

For 42 years, the SEMA Show has served as a trading post for the annual unveiling of new products and technology where manufacturers and buyers come together. Last year, the event featured more than 2,000 exhibitors and attracted more than 130,000 industry professionals from all over the world.

According to MacGillivray, the SEMA show is the single best place to learn what’s happening in the industry. “The show features thousands of new products and manufacturers,” he said. “But what’s more is that the seminars and activities make it possible for showgoers to mix and mingle with key industry players, and learn new business skills and strategies.”

Among the 2008 SEMA Show features that give showgoers added value are:

• Pre-show strategies for exhibitors: Exhibitors are invited to participate in free online webinars prior to the SEMA Show, where they will learn about specific programs and strategies for success at the SEMA Show.

• Pre-show planners: Buyers and exhibitors are able to utilize an online show planner to pre-plan and pre-identify events and activities of specific interest.

• Media connections: Exhibitors can provide press kits and media materials in the SEMA Show Media Center, a location where more than 3,000 media representatives visit during the week.

• New product promotion: New products can be included in a special showcase, as well as photographed and promoted to thousands of media throughout the year.

• Business seminars: Nearly 50 educational seminars take place during the week, all available to showgoers free of charge.

• Project vehicle connections: Exhibitors are able to gain added exposure by featuring their project vehicles at the Show; exhibitors may also offer their products to other project vehicle builders through SEMA’s Products for Project Vehicle Builders Program.

Manufacturers interested in exhibiting at the 2008 SEMA Show should contact Show Management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120, or go online at www.SEMAshow.com/buyabooth.

Industry professionals may register to attend online at www.semashow.com.

You May Also Like

MEMA Celebrates 120th Anniversary

MEMA said the milestone “underscores the association’s enduring legacy and its pivotal role in advancing the future of mobility and the interests of vehicle suppliers.”

MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, announced its 120th anniversary, a milestone it said "underscores the association's enduring legacy and its pivotal role in advancing the future of mobility and the interests of vehicle suppliers."

MEMA was founded on March 2, 1904, in Cleveland, Ohio, to represent the burgeoning automotive parts manufacturing industry. For the last 120 years, MEMA and its members have been at the forefront of advocacy, innovation and collaboration, the association said.

UniClutch Launches Clutch System in the United States

From Australian manufacturer Clutch Industries, UniClutch is a clutch system that delivers uncompromised performance.

MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Becomes UAF Gold Lifetime Trustee

The partnership with UAF is a commitment to the future of the automotive aftermarket, MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers said.

Castrol Turns 125, Debuts New Market Strategy

As part of the new strategy, Castrol will explore opportunities in battery thermal management, digital and service solutions and data center immersion cooling.

FCS Introduces 18 New Numbers in February

The new release includes 4 shock absorbers and 14 suspension struts.

Other Posts

Philips Releases GoPure Advanced Automotive Air Purifier

It filters out 99% of bacteria and respiratory viruses and fits in the cupholder.

AP Emissions Releases New Part Numbers for February

The 12 new SKUs cover 6 million VIO.

MANN+HUMMEL NA Aftermarket Shows Right to Repair Support

Representatives from MANN+HUMMEL’s North American aftermarket brands recently visited Capitol Hill to express their support for H.R. 906.

Federated Upgrades Car Care Center Program

The enhanced program features updated signage, marketing support, image-enhancing tools, wearables, business management assistance and other information to help with day-to-day shop operations.