SEMA Show exhibitors and attendees preparing for the 2022 SEMA Show can lock in the guaranteed lowest hotel rate now by booking in the SEMA Show Block.
Making hotel reservations in the Block provides you with the most affordable and convenient options for a wide range of hotels located on and off the Strip.
Several Las Vegas hotels are offering free parking to those who book in the SEMA Show block.
All of the hotels available through the SEMA Show Block come with a low-price guarantee. To help ensure that your price remains the lowest, SEMA will price-match lower advertised rates, even after your reservations are set. Whether you're looking for your favorite place to stay, or for a hotel within close proximity to the Show, you can book with confidence knowing you will get the rooms you need at the the most affordable price available.
The SEMA Show also provides shuttle service to and from the Show for the hotels listed that are not within walking distance to the Las Vegas Convention Center.
There are more than 45 hotels available in the block. For more information on the hotels listed below, including rating, price per night and distance from the Las Vegas Convention Center, visit www.SEMAShow.com.
Driving to the Show? See the list below for hotels offering free parking and book through the SEMA Show Block to secure your stay.
Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas – $269 per night
Downtown Grand Las Vegas – $125.50 per night
Encore – $265 per night
Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino – $138 per night
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Flamingo – $282 per night
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Paradise – $281 per night
A hybrid version of the Chevrolet Corvette has been rumored for years, and now it’s almost here. Our shooter caught a prototype testing on the German Nürburgring. The new hybrid Corvette will be called the Corvette E-Ray, trademarks for which were discovered as far back as 2015.
The prototype features a new wide-body design that will also be shared with the Corvette Z06—but lacks the Z06’s internal set quad exhaust layout at the rear.
The hybrid Corvette will use a single motor at the front axle combined with the Stingray's 6.2L V8 powering the rear axle. Peak output is expected to be at least 650 hp, and we could even see plug-in capability, which would mean a small electric range will be possible.
A more potent hybrid system with an electric motor also at the rear axle is expected to be reserved for a future Corvette Zora flagship.
Yes, more electrification is coming to the Corvette lineup. There are even plans to launch a fully electric Corvette, a model whose existence has been mentioned by Corvette fan and U.S. President Joe Biden on multiple occasions. Considering General Motors plans to have all its light vehicles powered by electricity by 2035, it’s possible the C9 Corvette will go the full-electric route.
Exhibiting at the SEMA Show and entering at least one product in the New Products Showcase puts your latest products in front of thousands of qualified buyers from every segment of the specialty-equipment industry. The best part: the first product you enter is free!
The New Products Showcase is considered by many media and buyers to be the No. 1 destination to discover what’s new at the SEMA Show.
Entry Fees:
The first product entered in one category in the New Products Showcase is FREE!
Additional $75 per product category before October 7.
After October 7, the cost is $150 per entry.
No refunds provided after October 7.
Entries submitted on-site will be accepted on a space availability basis.
The New Products Showcase is considered by many media and buyers to be the No. 1 destination to discover what’s new at the SEMA Show. Even if a product does not qualify as “new,” exhibitors are able to enter it as a featured product and still attract eyeballs to the item. All submissions are also professionally photographed in a mock studio on a white seamless background. The photos are shared and used by media in SEMA Show coverage and are also available to exhibitors to use for marketing purposes.
Exhibitors may enter as many products into the Showcase as they would like, and because every exhibitor qualifies to submit one entry at no cost, there is absolutely no reason for an exhibitor not to participate. The free product entry is one example of how exhibiting at the SEMA Show delivers great ROI. SEMA Show organizers offer many programs and services targeted to small businesses. Dedicated account reps are available to help exhibitors navigate the process.
SEMA Show exhibitors planning to host a special appearance in their booth must submit the Celebrity Appearance Notification form by September 1 to be featured in the SEMA Show’s printed material. Whether it’s a driver, industry icon, TV personality or famous vehicle, featuring a familiar face or iconic vehicle in your booth provides buyers with an identifiable, visual connection of the company’s target market.
Featuring a familiar face, such as Keith Urban (right), or iconic vehicle in your booth provides buyers with an identifiable, visual connection of the company’s target market.
Complete the Celebrity Appearance Notification form to have your special attraction publicized with your company name and Show booth number. The information will be included in the Official 2022 SEMA Show Directory.
Exhibitors can learn how to get the most out of their 2022 SEMA Show, as well as additional options to reach buyers, by contacting an account rep at sales@sema.org or 909-396-0289.
Information about the 2022 SEMA Show is available on www.SEMAShow.com.
Click here for a complete listing of 2022 SEMA Show deadlines.
The deadline to update exhibitor information for the printed 2022 SEMA Show Directory is August 19.
The SEMA Show Directory is one of the strongest tools buyers use to learn about exhibiting companies and their products. In addition, more than two-thirds of Show buyers say the directory is a useful tool for navigating the Show.
Click here for more information about updating your SEMA Show Directory listing, or contact Maurice O’Connell at mauriceo@sema.org or 909-978-6660 if you do not receive an email to update your directory listing.
Click here for a complete listing of 2022 SEMA Show deadlines.
Applications for SEMA Show exhibitors to be included in the official 2022 SEMA Show Press Conference Schedule are due Friday, August 5.
Exhibitors who have breaking news announcements that will be of interest to a large number of media can utilize press conferences during the 2022 SEMA Show by submitting a press conference application before the August 5 deadline.
Exhibitors who have breaking news announcements that will be of interest to a large number of media can utilize press conferences during the 2022 SEMA Show by submitting a press conference application before the August 5 deadline. After submitting an application, exhibitors should receive an automatic email confirming that the application was received. Those who do not receive the automatic email may have experienced a technical problem and are encouraged to email pr@sema.org for assistance.
Because media are not required or obligated to attend press conferences, many exhibitors opt to utilize other tools for reaching media at the SEMA Show, including submitting a press release in the Exhibitor Online Media Center.
To learn more about press conferences, the online media center or other PR resources for SEMA Show exhibitors, contact pr@sema.org.
Click here for a complete listing of 2022 SEMA Show deadlines.
Registration for the 2022 SEMA Show, the premier gathering for the automotive specialty-equipment industry, is now open at www.semashow.com/register.
Taking place November 1–4 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, the 2022 SEMA Show will build upon the positive momentum following last year’s event, which successfully connected the $47.8 billion industry in person in what was the largest automotive trade show in North America since the pandemic shut everything down in 2020.
“The SEMA Show is where industry professionals go to grow existing relationships, create new ones and push their businesses forward,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events. “Exhibitors are eager to showcase their products and services to the tens of thousands of qualified professionals in attendance.”
Anticipation for this year's SEMA Show ramped up in recent weeks as exhibitors selected their booth locations during Priority Space Selection, a weeks-long process that took place May 2–18.
“Enthusiasm for the 2022 Show continues to exceed last year’s, with more than 1 million sq. ft. of exhibitor space already committed for the 2022 SEMA Show and confirmed spaces running 25% above last year,” said Warren Kosikov, SEMA vice president of sales.
Attendees at the 2022 SEMA Show will learn about the latest products, trends and technology in the industry from manufacturers exhibiting throughout the entire Las Vegas Convention Center, including the surrounding parking lots. Educational seminars led by industry experts and networking events that bring market niches together will also be available during the four-day trade event.
“Our industry continues to thrive despite current challenges in the marketplace, and last year’s event proved that the value of conducting business and networking face-to-face can never be replaced,” said Gattuso. “Our mission is to help continue that momentum by providing an unparalleled experience that builds meaningful business relationships.”
Registration for the 2022 SEMA Show is offered in three categories—attendee, exhibitor and media—and everyone must qualify to attend. Attendees are encouraged to register early at www.semashow.com/register so they can secure their credentials and receive updates on breaking news from the 2022 SEMA Show.
Attendees are encouraged to check the floorplan to see where the companies they need to interact with will be located at the 2022 SEMA Show.
For more information about qualifying documents and the 2022 SEMA Show, log on to www.semashow.com.
Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest jobs posted to the website.
ProCharger is hiring an inside sales representative with a comprehensive understanding and passion for the high-performance motorsports industry as well as strong mechanical aptitude. This position will be involved in the daily sales process, building relationships with consumers, dealers and racers. Other duties include the ability to travel to events, trade shows and meet with dealers. This position will be onsite full-time in Lenexa, Kansas.
eFlexFuel is hiring a national sales manager to develop the U.S. territory to grow revenue and profits through building productive sales relationships with the automotive aftermarket industry via dealer partnerships and direct customer contacts with automotive sales channels and retailers. Candidates must be inspired by growth to build market share in the United States.
Full Race Motorsports is hiring a professional e-commerce marketing professional with experience and knowledge of automotive performance turbocharging. A positive attitude, a desire to learn and 100% commitment are needed. You’ll be helping passionate gearheads succeed with their turbocharged dreams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, grammar and spelling are required. In the process you’ll learn to speak fluent “turbo.”
Exhibitors of the 2022 SEMA Show are invited to expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list connects manufacturers with builders looking to create or complete a vehicle project.
The list, which will be updated in SEMA eNews, features product offers and contact information provided by confirmed SEMA Show exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product use the information to contact exhibitors directly. With each project vehicle required to be supported by a current 2022 SEMA Show exhibitor, all product-placement decisions, negotiations and agreements are the responsibility of the exhibiting manufacturer and the builder.
The list is open to exhibitors of the 2022 SEMA Show only. To be included in the list, complete the form.
Exhibitors: Each submission will appear on a first-come, first-served basis. As participation increases, all submissions will also be archived on www.SEMAShow.com.
Note: For verification purposes, the Project-Vehicle Builders form must be used to participate in the program; email submissions will not be included in the list. Participation in the list does not guarantee product or vehicle placement at the 2022 SEMA Show.
