SEMA Show 2024: The Epicenter of Automotive Innovation, Driving the Future of the Aftermarket Industry

DIAMOND BAR, CA – November 15, 2024 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) — The 2024 SEMA Show has officially concluded, solidifying its status as the global epicenter of automotive innovation. The event brought together over 2,400 exhibitors, including 580 first-time exhibitors, and attracted more than 160,000 attendees from 140 countries celebrating the industry at events throughout SEMA Week. Held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from November 5-8, this year’s Show encompassed 1.2 million net square feet of indoor space and acres of outdoor exhibit space and activations showcasing groundbreaking products, cutting-edge technologies, and forward-thinking custom builds. The scope, energy and passion reaffirmed the SEMA Show as the premier automotive aftermarket event shaping the future of the industry.

“SEMA 2024 was a true celebration of where the automotive aftermarket industry is headed,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA President and CEO. “This year, we saw a remarkable convergence of innovation, collaboration, and passion, with exhibitors, builders, and enthusiasts all coming together to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Innovation was the heart of SEMA Show 2024, driving the merger of creativity and technology across the Show floor.”

Whether it was the unveiling of next-gen products like the Revv ADAS Plus, Milltek Forge Motorsport E-DV electronic diverter valve solution, or innovative designs like the Kia EV9 ADVNTR Concept, the event demonstrated that SEMA is not just a trade show—it’s a catalyst for industry evolution.

INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY HIGHLIGHTS

The 2024 SEMA Show was packed with visionary products and builds that underscore the continuous advancement of the aftermarket industry:

• Toyota GR86 Rally Legacy Concept: A nod to 90s rally heritage, this build merges modern day performance with vintage rally design, embodying Toyota’s commitment to motorsports innovation.
• Ram REV & Dodge Charger Banshee Concept: Electrification meets performance in these two bold concept vehicles, showcasing the growing trend of electric performance vehicles in the aftermarket space.
• SEMA Battle of the Builders: The category champions for the 2024 Battle of the Builders—including overall champion Noah Alexander’s ’68 Dodge Charger (Hot Rod/Hot Rod Truck), Bruce Yarnell’s ’65 Aston Martin DB5 (Sport Compact/Import Performance), Connor McElvain’s ’69 Datsun 2000 Roadster (Young Guns), and Rob Lindsay’s ’49 Willys Pickup…