Best New Vehicles for Aftermarket Announced
-- SEMA Show exhibitors vote for aftermarket industry’s top vehicles --
-- SEMA Awards for Vehicles of the Year to be issued in six categories --
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Oct. 9, 2023) – SEMA Show exhibitors have voted on the top trend-setting vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. Voted by experts and innovators in the automotive specialty equipment industry, these leading vehicles represent the best business opportunities for aftermarket manufacturers and are vying for awards in six categories at this year’s Show.
The winning vehicle in each category will be announced prior to the SEMA Show Monday Reveal at 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 30, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Held the evening before the opening of the Show, the Monday Reveal gives media and exhibitors a sneak peek at a few of the more than 1,500 vehicles that will be on display during the week.
The 2023 SEMA Show is receiving tremendous support from the automotive aftermarket and is forecasted to return to historic levels as one of the most highly anticipated trade shows in the country.
Finalists for SEMA Awards (in alphabetical order):
SEMA Car of the Year
Ford Mustang
Toyota Supra
SEMA Mid-Size Truck of the Year
Jeep Gladiator
Toyota Tacoma
SEMA Full-Size Truck of the Year
Ford F-Series
Toyota Tundra
SEMA 4x4/SUV of the Year
Ford Bronco
Jeep Wrangler
SEMA Sport Compact Car of the Year
Nissan Z
Toyota GR86
SEMA Electric Vehicle of the Year
Ford Lightning
Lexus RZ
The SEMA Award finalists represent exhibiting automakers that support the aftermarket with accessory-friendly models based on their potential for customization. Exhibitors choose to develop products for new vehicles that have wide consumer appeal, and regularly collaborate with automakers through such programs as SEMA Measuring Sessions and Tech Transfer.
To learn more about the 2023 SEMA Show taking place Oct. 31–Nov. 3, in Las Vegas, Nev., visit www.semashow.com.
About SEMA and the SEMA Show
The SEMA Show is a trade show produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), a nonprofit trade association founded in 1963. Since the first SEMA Show debuted in 1967, the annual event has served as the leading venue bringing together manufacturers and buyers within the automotive specialty equipment industry. Products featured at the SEMA Show include those that enhance the styling, functionality, comfort, convenience and safety of cars and trucks. Additional details are available at www.semashow.com or www.sema.org, 909/396-0289.
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