By SEMA News Editors

From the SEMA Show archives, this Darth Vader-inspired build underscores the creativity of the industry––just as registration for the 2026 event opens May 4. May the Fourth be with you––and your SEMA Show plans.

Attendee registration for the 2026 SEMA Show opens next week on May 4, giving attendees their first chance to secure a badge at the lowest available rates. Those who act early can maximize their savings on registration costs, taking advantage of initial pricing before increases take effect--making early sign-up the most cost-effective way to plan for the industry's premier automotive event.

"SEMA is a must-attend event and on so many gearheads' bucket lists for a very good reason. When you arrive, you'll see hundreds of builds that you just cannot even intake all of the information. And then there are so many people; it's like the industry is full of opportunities for important relationships," said Emily Reeves, creator and enthusiast.

Set for November 3-6 in Las Vegas, the SEMA Show delivers an attendee experience unlike any other, bringing together thousands of world-class vehicle displays alongside even more of the newest automotive aftermarket products from both emerging and established exhibitors. The SEMA Show floor serves as the ultimate destination to discover the latest product innovations and vehicle trends shaping the specialty-equipment market.

"SEMA to me is filled with versatility and dynamic builds and people and products. It's wild to walk the Show floor and really look at all the innovation and the passion that each of these [brands] has with their products. And then you look at the builds the people put hours of blood, sweat and tears into, and you can't help but have respect for it," Reeves said.

Beyond product discovery, the SEMA Show is designed to drive business growth. With the opportunity to engage with SEMA's 2,300-plus exhibitors, attend sessions and explore emerging trends, attendees gain valuable tools and strategies to elevate operations and maximize return on investment.

The 2026 event will also feature education sessions led by top industry experts, covering a wide range of topics designed to help professionals sharpen skills, gain insights and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Complementing the education program are live demonstrations, interactive features and specialty sections that highlight cutting-edge advancements across the aftermarket.

Attendees will be able to register for 90-plus educations sessions during the online registration process. After registration is approved, attendees can also add education sessions in the Registration Resource Center.

How to Register for the 2026 SEMA Show

Approved attendees will be able to secure a SEMA Show badge at the lowest available rate ($50) when registration opens on May 4. Pricing will increase (to $75) after the initial deadline of June 26. In short, the sooner an attendee registers for the SEMA Show, the more they save.

What You Can Do Now to Save on Your 2026 SEMA Show

Hotel reservations are open through SEMA's only official housing partner, onPeak. Bookings made in the official SEMA Show block are eligible for hotel loyalty and member programs and are guaranteed to be the lowest possible prices available. That's right: organizers will price-match if you happen to find a lower rate, so there's no downside to booking within the official SEMA Show hotel block at semashow.com/hotel.

Read more about hotels.

Mark Your Calendar: SEMA Fest 2026 Is Happening

SEMA Fest, which has featured headliners Imagine Dragons, Cage the Elephant, Sublime and Queens of the Stone Age, will return to Las Vegas on Friday, November 6, with motorsports, music and car culture.

Tickets go on sale May 4 and will be available for purchase through the registration portal for qualified attendees securing a SEMA Show badge. Tickets will also be available for non-industry members on SEMAFest.com.

Visit SEMAFest.com to sign up for updates.

By SEMA News Editors

SEMA Fest––which has featured chart-topping headliners Imagine Dragons, Cage the Elephant, Sublime and Queens of the Stone Age––returns to Las Vegas on Friday, November 6, for a high-energy night of motorsports, music and car culture.

"You combine the drifting and the music, you have a perfect event," said Pilar Colmenero of La Oxidada, Saladillo, Argentina. 

Yes, it's the ultimate "exclamation point" to your SEMA week. 

Beyond the entertainment, SEMA Fest plays a strategic role in connecting the industry with the enthusiast public, giving builders and manufacturers an opportunity to engage directly with consumers who influence trends and purchasing decisions across the automotive marketplace.

It also reflects SEMA's commitment to evolving its events to meet the changing needs of the industry––blending business, culture and community in ways that keep the aftermarket at the forefront of innovation.

This Friday, November 6, SEMA Fest will combine live music with high-impact motorsports activations on the SEMA Show campus.

Tickets will be offered to industry members at the lowest available price before the 2026 lineup is announced. When the 2026 SEMA Show registration opens on May 4th, SEMA Fest tickets will also be available for purchase through the registration portal for qualified attendees securing a SEMA Show badge.
 

Non-industry friends and family can also purchase tickets at SEMAFest.com, in addition to passes for the one-day "SEMA Show Friday – Open to the Public," a bucket-list experience for automotive enthusiasts.

Bands will be announced in summer 2026.
 

Visit SEMAFest.com for more information and to get updates straight to your inbox. For partnership opportunities, contact info@semafest.com.

The 2026 SEMA Show is set for November 3-6, in Las Vegas. Interested exhibitors can buy a booth and learn more at semashow.com/exhibitor. Attendee and buyer registration opens on May 4th; to sign up for notifications, visit here. For more information, visit semashow.com. 

Sponsored by Miller

Miller is heading to the 2025 SEMA Show with some of our most exciting welding innovations yet--designed to meet the demands of automotive pros, racers, fabricators and off-road enthusiasts. Whether you're building a car from scratch or making repairs in the middle of nowhere, our newest machines deliver unmatched portability, power and performance.

Find us at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Hall, Booth #23111, November 4-7.  

Sneak Peek of the NEW Miller Multiprocess Welder

We're unveiling an all-new welder during the show and SEMA attendees will be the first to see the latest multiprocess welder that combines MIG, Stick and DC TIG with enhanced features. It is the ultimate setup for automotive fabrication, metalworking and motorsports professionals who demand flexibility and high-end performance.

What you can expect:

• Enhanced features and capabilities
• Higher duty cycle, 15-ft. MIG gun and dinse connections
• Future-Proof design
• Simple to learn and use for all skill levels

Get a hands-on experience and talk with the Ringbrothers on Tuesday, November 4, at 2:00 p.m. PST as they share their experience using this welder in their custom car builds.

NEW Millermatic® 211 PRO: A Trusted MIG Welder Now Enhanced

Built with the needs of autobody shops, fabricators and car enthusiasts in mind, the new Millermatic 211 PRO delivers enhanced features and performance in a versatile and portable package. From garage builders to professionals, this MIG welder is a go-to for welders of all experience levels.

How It Is Enhanced:

• Weld longer with a higher duty cycle, 15-ft. MIG gun and dinse connections.
• Auto-Set™ technology for simpler and faster setup
• Future-proof with USB-enabled upgrades
• Clean and precise MIG weld with minimal spatter

Want to hear how it holds up in real-world builds? Mike Finnegan of Finnegan's Garage will be at the Miller booth on Wednesday, November 5, at 2:00 p.m. PST to share how he uses the Millermatic 211 PRO in his projects.

NEW Venture™ 150 S: Battery-Powered for Off-Road Scenarios

With swappable battery packs engineered for welding, the Venture 150 S is a fully battery-powered stick and TIG welder that brings true freedom to mobile repair, trail support and off-road fabrication. Compact and rugged, it is the perfect solution for off-roaders and remote job sites where power access is limited.

Key Features:

• Weld anywhere without the need for a generator or wall power
• Lightweight and portable at less than 27 lbs.
• Quick setup time and easy to use for professional results
• Swappable batteries engineered specifically for welding

Meet Eaton Performance at the Miller booth on Thursday, November 6, at 2:00 p.m. PST to see the Venture 150 S in action and learn how it supports their business.

Visit the Booth. Talk with Experts. Try the Equipment. Win Swag.

At 2:00 p.m. PST, Tuesday through Thursday, Miller will host live sessions with experienced builders and businesses in the industry who trust the Miller brand to deliver the performance they need to stay ahead of the game. Stop by to:

• Talk to our partners.
• Test out our new products.
• Ask questions.
• Win exclusive Miller gear and merch.

Whether you are a builder, fabricator or an off-road enthusiast, Miller knows you are a do-er. That's why we have the tools to help you weld with confidence, wherever your passion takes you.

See you at the 2025 SEMA Show in Central Hall, Booth #23111. For more information, visit Miller at 2025 SEMA Show | MillerWelds.

This story was originally published on October 21, 2025. 

By SEMA News Editors

The automotive aftermarket is constantly evolving and the most valuable insights come directly from the businesses navigating it every day. To better understand current conditions and what's ahead, SEMA is calling on industry professionals to participate in a survey that will inform its State of the Industry Report.
 

By sharing your perspective, you help create a more accurate snapshot of the market. The data collected informs key trends, supports smarter business decisions and gives companies across the industry the insight they need to plan for the months ahead. The stronger the participation, the more impactful and reliable the final report becomes.
 

The survey is quick and easy to complete, taking just a few minutes while focusing on current business conditions and future outlook. Responses are combined with others from across the industry, contributing to a comprehensive view of where the market stands.
 

Take a few minutes to share what you're seeing and make sure your voice is included. Your input will directly support SEMA's upcoming State of the Industry Report and will help the entire automotive aftermarket better prepare for what's next.

This article was originally published on April 9, 2026.

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 of 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 and 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.

From the SEMA Washington, D.C., office

Senator Shannon Grove sits as a passenger in a classic Trans Am driven by Jay Leno.

SEMA urges California enthusiasts and small businesses to speak up today and help move Leno's Law forward.

California's renewed "Leno's Law" effort just cleared an important hurdle. California SB 1392, authored by Sen. Dave Cortese, with Sen. Shannon Grove as a principal coauthor, has passed the California State Senate Transportation Committee with bipartisan support. The bill now moves to the Senate Appropriations Committee. 
 

Leno's Law fell short of passage last year, but not before making the most progress ever for such legislation in California. Help make this year's effort a success by telling legislators to pass the bill now (it only takes a minute)! 
 

Leno's Law creates a narrow, phased-in, collector-only pathway to a smog-check exemption for certain older vehicles. The bill starts with vehicles manufactured before the '81 model year and gradually expands, reaching vehicles manufactured before the '86 model year by 2032. Importantly, it does not change the existing pre-'76 exemption already in law. 
 

This proposal intends to solve a practical problem many owners already recognize: testing options for older vehicles are becoming harder to access, less predictable and more expensive as legacy testing infrastructure declines. Leno's Law is also designed to focus on true collector vehicles: those used primarily for shows, parades, charitable functions and historical exhibitions, rather than as an owner's primary mode of transportation. 
 

For more information on how to support Leno's Law and to stay updated on its progress, please contact SEMA Senior Manager for State Government Affairs Victor Muñoz at victorm@sema.org. 

Jay Leno, Sen. Shannon Grove and SEMA CEO Mike Spagnola gathered in support of Leno's Law.

From the SEMA Washington, D.C., office

Senator Shannon Grove sits as a passenger in a classic Trans Am driven by Jay Leno.

SEMA urges California enthusiasts and small businesses to speak up today and help move Leno's Law forward.

California's renewed "Leno's Law" effort just cleared an important hurdle. California SB 1392, authored by Sen. Dave Cortese, with Sen. Shannon Grove as a principal coauthor, has passed the California State Senate Transportation Committee with bipartisan support. The bill now moves to the Senate Appropriations Committee. 
 

Leno's Law fell short of passage last year, but not before making the most progress ever for such legislation in California. Help make this year's effort a success by telling legislators to pass the bill now (it only takes a minute)! 
 

Leno's Law creates a narrow, phased-in, collector-only pathway to a smog-check exemption for certain older vehicles. The bill starts with vehicles manufactured before the '81 model year and gradually expands, reaching vehicles manufactured before the '86 model year by 2032. Importantly, it does not change the existing pre-'76 exemption already in law. 
 

This proposal intends to solve a practical problem many owners already recognize: testing options for older vehicles are becoming harder to access, less predictable and more expensive as legacy testing infrastructure declines. Leno's Law is also designed to focus on true collector vehicles: those used primarily for shows, parades, charitable functions and historical exhibitions, rather than as an owner's primary mode of transportation. 
 

For more information on how to support Leno's Law and to stay updated on its progress, please contact SEMA Senior Manager for State Government Affairs Victor Muñoz at victorm@sema.org. 

Jay Leno, Sen. Shannon Grove and SEMA CEO Mike Spagnola gathered in support of Leno's Law.

From the SEMA Washington, D.C., office

Senator Shannon Grove sits as a passenger in a classic Trans Am driven by Jay Leno.

SEMA urges California enthusiasts and small businesses to speak up today and help move Leno's Law forward.

California's renewed "Leno's Law" effort just cleared an important hurdle. California SB 1392, authored by Sen. Dave Cortese, with Sen. Shannon Grove as a principal coauthor, has passed the California State Senate Transportation Committee with bipartisan support. The bill now moves to the Senate Appropriations Committee. 
 

Leno's Law fell short of passage last year, but not before making the most progress ever for such legislation in California. Help make this year's effort a success by telling legislators to pass the bill now (it only takes a minute)! 
 

Leno's Law creates a narrow, phased-in, collector-only pathway to a smog-check exemption for certain older vehicles. The bill starts with vehicles manufactured before the '81 model year and gradually expands, reaching vehicles manufactured before the '86 model year by 2032. Importantly, it does not change the existing pre-'76 exemption already in law. 
 

This proposal intends to solve a practical problem many owners already recognize: testing options for older vehicles are becoming harder to access, less predictable and more expensive as legacy testing infrastructure declines. Leno's Law is also designed to focus on true collector vehicles: those used primarily for shows, parades, charitable functions and historical exhibitions, rather than as an owner's primary mode of transportation. 
 

For more information on how to support Leno's Law and to stay updated on its progress, please contact SEMA Senior Manager for State Government Affairs Victor Muñoz at victorm@sema.org. 

Jay Leno, Sen. Shannon Grove and SEMA CEO Mike Spagnola gathered in support of Leno's Law.

By A.J. Hecht

No matter the venue, no matter the category, no matter the level, racing is a sensory experience. Roaring engines, burnt rubber, shaking grandstands, shimmering metal—it's something all motorsport has in common, whether it's a heat race at the fairgrounds or the last lap in Abu Dhabi. But when all is said and done, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better example of it than the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.

The elder statesman of North American street racing, "The Beach" has it all and then some. Set against the sandy Pacific Ocean shoreline on one side and a vibrant, living city on the other, the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach is an orchestra of sights, sounds and smells that come together to create one of racing's truly iconic events. 

Many of the folks on the PRI team are seasoned Long Beach veterans. They've covered it, photographed it, attended it, even ridden around the track in a race car, but this was my first time experiencing the event that has become one of racing's crown jewels. And with just one day on site, I tried my best to see as much of the event as my feet could handle.

Just minutes after I walked through the gates, the headlining NTT INDYCAR SERIES field fired up their cars for the morning warm-up, waking up downtown Long Beach with the sound of engines echoing through the concrete canyons and giving me my first taste of this one-of-a-kind event. 

From what felt like directly above the racing surface, I stood against the parking garage railing at turn eight and watched the likes of Alex Palou, Scott McLaughlin, Felix Rosenqvist and the rest of the INDYCAR grid saw at their steering wheels, avoiding the outside wall with inches to spare. This time around, everyone made it through safely. Based on the dark scrapes along the wall banners, though, not everyone had been so lucky. 

The parking garage overlooking Pine Ave. is not the only unusual vantage point around the circuit. At Long Beach, you can watch a Josef Newgarden dive bomb from the front door of a Restoration Hardware. You can have some barbecue on Famous Dave's patio and see Graham Rahal and Alexander Rossi drag race down the frontstretch. You can sit on the edge of your Ferris Wheel seat as Pato O'Ward and Kyle Kirkwood go two-wide into turn six. You can stand on the top of the grandstands and see Will Power lay down rubber coming out of the hairpin, then turn around and enjoy a million-dollar view of the Long Beach marina.

At the spot I picked for the first few laps of the race--a nice shady stretch along Shoreline Drive--I couldn't hear the public address system, but I didn't really need to in order to know the race had started. The roar of the crowd carried all the way down the frontstretch as the drivers took the green flag, and before I knew it, the tightly bunched field was there and gone, vanishing around the tight left-hander onto Aquarium Way, leaving a trail of bewildered fans awestruck by the blurs of color, deafening noise and the intoxicating smell of spent race fuel. 

While it was a great environment all day--the Stadium Super Trucks were clearly a fan favorite--the thousands of people lining the city streets truly came alive for the headliner. Everywhere you looked, there were people leaning on railings, standing on benches, even peeking through small tears in banners to get a glimpse of the Indy cars in action. 

The crowd kept that energy for the entire race. After a late caution, fans lined up four or five deep to catch the restart, hoping for a glimpse of a bold move and a race-changing pass. While the leader, Alex Palou, held off a hungry pack of challengers, there was plenty of action further back with drivers fighting for track position, much to the excitement of the crowd.

In the end, Palou drove away from the field--as he has many times before--and claimed his first win at Long Beach, joining a long list of greats that includes names like Andretti, Unser, Zanardi, Tracy and Bourdais. 

With all of the picturesque palm trees and the shadows of high-rise apartment buildings, hotels and malls crisscrossing the track, it's hard to believe that the pinnacle of North American open-wheel racing has been allowed to careen down these city streets at all, let alone for 50-plus years. But it becomes impossible to ignore when you see Scott Dixon rip by at 200 mph from the bench at a bus stop.

Street races have become a trend among top-flight racing series in recent years--Formula 1's Las Vegas Grand Prix, NASCAR's San Diego street course, INDYCAR's new Grand Prix of Arlington--all hailed as a way to bring motorsports to the masses. It's clearly a formula for success, but as they grow, they're all walking in Long Beach's footsteps. 

Southern California's biggest street race is proof that they can bring the racing to the people, attracting all walks of life to come check out the event. Cross the King Taco bridge over the front straight and you'll see parents pushing strollers, hardcore fans decked out in team gear, groups of friends enjoying a few beverages and the Southern California sun, and just about anyone else you can imagine.

Everybody is clearly welcome at Long Beach, thanks in no small part to the late Jim Michaelian, the longtime Grand Prix Association of Long Beach president and CEO who was appropriately honored during the race with a sticker on every car.

An integral part of the Grand Prix Association since the race was founded 51 years ago, Michaelian helped make the event what it is today. There were many touching tributes to Michaelian, both at the time of his passing and again this week, and all reiterated how hands-on and dedicated he was to making the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach a true community event. It's a legacy that will live on not just in the lives he impacted directly but the many people who became lifelong fans because of this race, discovered a new passion because of this race, maybe even became inspired to pursue a career in motorsports because of this race.

So, as someone who never met Michaelian, I couldn't help but think that, perhaps, the most fitting tribute of all was yet another successful Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, one with fast cars, bluebird skies, a nice ocean breeze and throngs of fans making memories that will last a lifetime--myself included. 

Story and photos by Andreas Conradt, Automedia
 

Turbocharged at Last: Porsche 911 GT3 RS Facelift Could Get a Mild Turbo

A lightly camouflaged prototype of the revised 992.2 GT3 RS was spotted during testing in its natural habitat--the Nürburgring racetrack in Germany--and the details are revealing. While the front appears virtually unchanged, the updates are concentrated at the rear and give rise to speculation.
 

At the rear, the prototype shows clear differences from the current model. The bumper has been redesigned, as has the diffuser, which now features four vertical fins--one more than the current model. Particularly striking are two additional openings to the left and right of the central pair of tailpipes.
 

These additional outlets could be functional or purely decorative--but a modified exhaust system or additional cooling is more likely. Below the continuous light strip, there is also a previously hidden area that suggests another air outlet. All these clues point to significantly higher cooling and exhaust requirements--typical for a turbocharged engine.
 

Stricter Euro 7 regulations are putting Porsche in a difficult position. GT boss Andreas Preuninger made it clear in October 2024 that without turbocharging or electrification, a future GT3 will not meet the standard in Europe. The timeframe: roughly "in two years"--exactly when the 992.2 GT3 RS is expected to launch.

In an interview, Preuninger hinted that the company was weighing hybridization and turbocharging internally--with a clear tendency toward the latter. This statement is significant and provides a solid basis for current speculation.
 

For Porsche, this means walking a tightrope: how can it remain true to the GT3 DNA while meeting regulatory requirements? The answer could lie in "gentle" turbocharging--a far cry from the heavy hybridization that has led to market challenges for Ferrari.
 

The rumor mill is in full swing and the scenarios being discussed are technically plausible. The focus is on a variant of the new 3.6L turbo six-cylinder engine already used in the Carrera GTS T-Hybrid.
 

Realistically, there is much to be said for scenario 1. The additional cooling vents on the prototype, the acoustic evidence and Preuninger’s statements paint a coherent picture. A gently electrified turbocharged six-cylinder engine could be the solution: Euro 7-compliant, powerful and not as heavy as a full hybrid.

If the GT3 RS does come with turbocharging, it would be more than just a technical update--it would be a conceptual revolution. Until now, the dividing line has been clearly defined: GT3 for naturally aspirated engine purists, GT2 for turbo power.
 

With a turbocharged GT3 RS, Porsche would blur this line and bring the RS closer to the future GT2 RS. The latter is expected to launch with an even more powerful plug-in hybrid system based on a 4.0L twin-turbo boxer engine with more than 1,000 hp.
 

While the powertrain debate is heating up, the visual changes are less controversial but just as important. The 992.2 GT3 RS will be further refined aerodynamically--a typical Porsche approach to continuous improvement. Confirmed visual changes include a redesigned rear bumper with new air ducts, an enlarged diffuser with four instead of three vertical fins and additional air outlets to the left and right of the tailpipes. Larger tailpipes will also be added for a more muscular appearance, along with new rear lights in the 992.2 design. Reprofiled hood vents and small leading edges at the front round out the package.
 

These changes may seem subtle, but they are functionally well thought out. Each modification serves to improve aerodynamics, cooling or exhaust gas management--all indications of a technically advanced, possibly turbocharged power unit.

Electric AMG: The Mercedes-AMG E-Class EQ

The next-generation Mercedes E-Class midsize premium sedan made its debut in front of spy cameras about six months ago, and our photographer at the German Nürburgring has now captured the first prototype of an AMG-powered variant of the E-Class EQ.
 

The next-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class is also in the pipeline with EQ Technology, following the recently revealed Mercedes-Benz GLC and the upcoming C-Class, both featuring EQ Technology. The new E-Class EQ will also debut as an AMG--possibly based on the next-generation AMG GT four-door Coupe’s AMG.EA dedicated platform.

For now, all we know is that the all-new electric Mercedes E-Class has been undergoing testing since last year and is set to launch as a fully electric vehicle to replace the underperforming Mercedes EQE sedan. The AMG variant is recognizable by its distinctive AMG wheel designs, wider fender flares, revised lower front bumper and rear spoiler lip.
 

This is an early prototype that doesn’t even have production headlights or taillights, only placeholders. As for performance, the rumor mill suggests the new Mercedes-AMG E-Class EQ will use a detuned version of the AMG.EA platform and will produce 800 to 900 hp--though it will also be quite heavy due to the battery pack.