SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) News

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) hosts the biggest trade show in the world every November in Las Vegas. Read updates and Autobody News’ exclusive coverage here.
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Can’t-Miss Tools to Check Out at 2024 SEMA Show

Toby Chess picks the tools and products collision repairers should look at while in Las Vegas to improve shop operations.
October 8, 2024 Toby Chess, Autobody News
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SEMA Files Motion to Review Lawfulness of California ICE Sales Rules

SEMA said limiting the sale of ICE vehicles in all states adopting California's rules will squash innovation and consumer choice.
September 10, 2024 Autobody News Staff
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Young Guns Competition Takes Center Stage at 2024 SEMA Show

A new format spotlights young customizers by allowing them to present their vehicles on-stage during the SEMA Show.
September 5, 2024 Autobody News Staff
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SEMA Garages Offer 'Playground' for Automotive Aftermarket Companies

Automotive product makers trek to California and Michigan to test their wares that can help drivers, retailers and body shops.
September 5, 2024 Paul Hughes
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SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Gun Winners: Where Are They Now?

Three past champions said winning the Young Guns competition helped them make connections -- and a name for themselves.
July 22, 2024 Abby Andrews
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Midwest Trade Show Helps Collision Repairers Work On Their Businesses

The regional tradeshow and conference brought 18 national presenters to Kansas as part of the educational sessions held.
June 26, 2024 Stacey Phillips Ronak
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California Governor Vetoes Bill Incentivizing Converting ICE Cars to Zero-Emission

Senate Bill 301 would have provided up to $4,000 to California residents converting eligible fuel-powered vehicles to a zero-emission powertrain.
June 18, 2024 Autobody News Staff
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ETI ToolTech 2024 Brings Together Automakers, Tool & Equipment Providers

The annual event helps leaders from both sides understand each other's needs and work together on new solutions.
June 6, 2024 Stacey Phillips Ronak
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Part 2: IDEAS Collide Presenters Encourage Collision Repairers to Think Differently, Outperform

More presenters from the showcase, held during the 2023 SEMA Show, talked about building a business culture, growing through acquisition and the "death" of the estimator role.
January 9, 2024 Stacey Phillips Ronak
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Snap-on Showcases John Bean Tru-Point, More Award-Winning TSS Products at SEMA

Total Shop Solutions brands offer a unique breadth of solutions, including wheel balancers, wheel aligners, diagnostics, brake lathes, automotive lifts and collision repair.
December 6, 2023 Autobody News Staff

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