SEMA Show 2025 Kicks Off in Las Vegas

SEMA Show 2025 Opens Today in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS – The SEMA Show 2025 opened today at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This event once again proves it is the automotive industry’s premier global business event. Produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), the show drives innovation and growth. It benefits a $337 billion U.S. sector that supports more than 1.3 million jobs.

Global Leaders Kick Off SEMA Show 2025

The ribbon-cutting ceremony featured top names including SEMA CEO Mike Spagnola, NHRA President Glen Cromwell, LVCVA CEO Steve Hill, FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, Congresswoman Dina Titus, and SEMA Board Chair Melanie White. Their attendance highlights the event’s global reach and importance to Las Vegas.

“The SEMA Show stands as the global hub for automotive innovation and commerce,” said Spagnola. “It brings together leaders who shape the future of mobility.”

Why the SEMA Show 2025 Matters

The SEMA Show 2025 helps businesses navigate fast-changing technology and shifting consumer trends. The event showcases the latest in propulsion diversity, ADAS, and vehicle tech experiences. It covers EVs and hybrids to hydrogen and synthetic fuels. With aftermarket spending reaching $52.65 billion in 2024, the show reinforces the sector’s continued strength.

“Innovation here drives progress across the entire aftermarket,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA Vice President of Events.

Innovation Meets Opportunity

The SEMA Show 2025 connects 2,300 exhibitors, including 500 first-time participants, with 150,000 attendees from 140 countries. More than 2,000 new products debut in the showcase, setting the tone for an exciting year of innovation. Key highlights include strong OEM engagement from Ford Performance, Honda, Mopar/Stellantis, Nissan, and Toyota. Additional features are hands-on displays at the FutureTech Studio, a focus on ADAS integration, and the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition celebrating creativity and craftsmanship.

Connecting Culture and Commerce

On Friday, the public can join the celebration as SEMA Fest takes over. There will be live performances from Queens of the Stone Age, The Black Crowes, and Neon Trees. The event blends music, motorsports demos, and custom car displays. It connects passion with business and inspires the next generation of enthusiasts.

SEMA Live Brings the Show to the World

Fans worldwide can follow SEMA Show 2025 through SEMA Live. It features 31 hours of livestream coverage on Facebook and YouTube. The streams include news, car builds, and interviews from the show floor.

About the SEMA Show

The SEMA Show 2025 is produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), founded in 1963. Since 1967, the annual event has been the top destination for automotive manufacturers and buyers. Learn more at www.semashow.com or www.sema.org.

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