By SEMA News Editors
SEMA has announced a strategic optimization of its media resources, highlighted by the launch of a new SEMA News digital resource page on April 22. This move reflects a broader realignment of the association's publishing efforts to better serve an industry that moves faster than a traditional print cycle allows.
By realigning a portion of its editorial resources toward high-growth digital platforms, SEMA is doubling down on its ability to provide real-time value to its members. This transition represents a modern shift in how the association tells the industry's stories, ensuring that SEMA remains the most agile, relevant and influential voice in the aftermarket.
"Our goal is to meet our members exactly where they are with the information they need," said Warren Kosikov, SEMA vice president, sales. "While we are increasing our digital velocity to match the pace of the market, we remain committed to the high-quality, long-form journalism our members value. By adjusting our publishing schedule and realigning some of our resources, we can provide the best of both worlds: immediate news online and deep-dive analysis in our print publications."
A Multi-Platform Approach to Industry News
The cornerstone of this expansion is the new digital hub at www.semanews.com. While SEMA continues to produce its respected magazines and in-depth long-form content on a more strategized schedule, the new digital-first focus ensures that critical news--such as legislative updates and business trends--are delivered without delay.
The shift focuses on the expansion of SEMA's digital ecosystem, including:
- Semanews.com: The new centralized digital content webpage, launching April 22 (with PRInews.com currently in development).
- SEMA News & PRI News: Enhanced weekly electronic newsletters providing a direct line to industry developments.
- Optimized Magazine Strategy: Continued production of high-value print editions and long-form editorial content, delivered on a quarterly schedule that complements the digital news cycle.
- Twice-Weekly Digital Updates: New content and curated highlights published every Tuesday and Thursday.
This launch will focus on helping SEMA members and aftermarket professionals integrate these new digital resources into their regular business habits.
Looking Ahead to the 2026 SEMA Show
This digital evolution also serves as a primary information engine leading up to the 2026 SEMA Show, held November 3-6 in Las Vegas. As the world's premier automotive aftermarket trade event, the SEMA Show will leverage the new digital hub to provide exclusive "road to the show" coverage. Attendees can look to the new resource page for real-time updates on product innovations and educational seminars, ensuring they arrive in Las Vegas fully prepared for the year ahead. Attendee and buyer registration opens on May 4; to sign up for notifications, visit here.
For more information, visit www.semashow.com.
