The SEMA Motorsports Products and Media Council (MPMC) calls on industry members to recognize outstanding journalists and leaders for their contributions to the motorsports industry.
Nominations are open for the following awards, which provide much-needed recognition to the trailblazers shaping the future of our great industry. Submit a nomination here.
MPMC Hall of Fame (Deadline: Friday, November 7)
Presented at the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show in Indianapolis in December 2025, the Hall of Fame honors individuals who have made a lasting impact on motorsports parts manufacturing and/or the MPMC. Nominees should demonstrate unparalleled leadership and achievement, with a career spanning more than 10 years in the industry. Eligible nominees must be current or past employees of an MPMC member company and have made contributions to the growth and advancement of the motorsports parts market.
Robert E. Petersen Media Award (Deadline: Friday, January 2)
Presented at the MPMC Media Trade Conference, in Anaheim, California in January 2026, The Robert E. Petersen Media Award honors a member of the media—whether in print, online or broadcast—who has made a significant contribution to the motorsports industry. Honorees must be active journalists whose published work positively supports the industry while showcasing their ongoing commitment to telling the stories that move motorsports forward.
Your nomination could be the spotlight that recognizes an individual whose vision and dedication inspire the entire motorsports community. Nominate a deserving leader or journalist now at this link.