From the SEMA Washington, D.C., office

In a busy week of advocacy on behalf of the off-road community, SEMA has lent support to several federal efforts to expand motorized access to public lands.

SEMA Urges U.S. Bureau Of Land Management to Reopen OHV Trails in Moab, Utah 

SEMA late last week voiced strong support for a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) proposal to reopen nearly 150 miles of off-highway vehicle (OHV) trails throughout Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges Travel Management Area near Moab, Utah. In comments submitted to the BLM, SEMA highlighted motorized recreation as an integral part of Moab's economy and the cultural benefits of restoring motorized access to one of the nation's most popular off-road destinations. 

• SEMA opposed the BLM's 2022 draft Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges Travel Management Plan (TMP), which ultimately closed nearly 300 miles of trails to motorized vehicles. With the Trump   Administration's proposal to reopen nearly 150 miles of these trails, SEMA and its members voiced strong support for the BLM's plans to reopen trails that are enjoyed by OHV enthusiasts from around the country who support the $720 billion motorized outdoor recreation industry.  

"All too frequently in the past, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) aggressively pursued closures of trails enjoyed by the off-road and motorized recreation community, including some of the most sacred areas accessed for decades by off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts," said SEMA Senior Vice President for Public and Government Affairs Karen Bailey-Chapman in the organization's comments. "SEMA thanks the BLM for addressing past errors and restarting efforts to reopen routes in the Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges Travel Management Area. This proposal is critical to restoring necessary access for thousands of OHV enthusiasts who recreate on these trails. It is also of critical importance to all the businesses that depend on members of the off-road community, many of whom travel to the Moab area each year with their friends and families." 

• Read SEMA'S full comments here. 
   

SEMA Backs Senate Bills to Expand Offroad Access for Americans with Disabilities

U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, has introduced a trio of SEMA-supported bills focused on expanding motorized recreational access to government-owned lands. This legislative package includes the "Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act," a bill that would expand motorized trail access to ensure individuals with disabilities can access federal and state-owned public lands, which earned SEMA's support by providing important assurances of motorized access to public lands that will benefit the community as a whole.

• Show your support by sending a letter to your U.S. Senators asking them to support these bills.

Currently, large portions of federally managed lands restrict motorized access, which creates a barrier that prevents individuals with disabilities from accessing public lands. The bill ties disability access to the availability of open roads by requiring that one square mile of public land must have at least 2.5 miles of authorized roads accessible to motorized vehicles.

SEMA is proud to support efforts to make our public lands more accessible to individuals with disabilities.

"SEMA thanks Senator Lee for reintroducing the Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act," said Bailey-Chapman. "This bill would ensure that federal lands, including our nation's natural treasures, can be enjoyed by and are accessible to all Americans. For far too long, federal land management policies have reduced motorized recreational access to public lands at the expense of the disabled and large segments of the U.S. population who are not physically able to enjoy them. Sen. Lee's legislation is a welcome policy shift in the name of access for the American people." 

Legislation Details

S. 2968 – the "Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act"

• Greatly expands access to government lands, including those managed by the U.S. Department of the Interior and the U.S. Forrest Service, for individuals with disabilities.
• Defines "disability-accessible land" as public land on which at least 2.5 miles of authorized roads accessible to motorized or off-road vehicles exist for each square mile.
• Directs the Interior Department and the Forest Service to update travel management plans to ensure that each square mile of public land has a minimum of 2.5 miles of roads accessible to motorized vehicles.
• Requires land managers to coordinate with state, county, local, and tribal governments to identify which roads provide the best opportunities for recreation and to give local stakeholders a voice before any road is closed.
• Prevents roads from being closed if doing so would cause an area to fall short of accessibility requirements, except in cases of emergency or significant safety threats.
• Requires road closures to be paired with the designation of alternative routes.

S. 2969 – State Motor Vehicle Laws in National Park System Units

• Amends federal law governing the National Park Service to clarify that the state laws in which a "System unit" is located shall apply to the use of motor vehicles (including off-highway vehicles) on roads within that unit.
• Create consistency and predictability.

S. 2970 – A bill to authorize the use of off-highway vehicles in certain areas of the Capitol Reef National Park, Utah

• Authorizes OHV use on the following roads within Capitol Reef National Park, Utah: Burr Trail Road, Cathedral Road, Hartnet Road, Highway 24, Notom Bullfrog Road, Polk Creek Road, Oil Well Bench Road, Baker Ranch Road, South Desert Overlook Road, Temple of the Sun and Moon Road, Gypsum Sinkhole Road, and Sulphur Creek Road.
• Clarifies that Utah's motor vehicle laws, including those for OHVs, apply to these designated roads.

From the SEMA Washington, D.C., office

In a busy week of advocacy on behalf of the off-road community, SEMA has lent support to several federal efforts to expand motorized access to public lands.

SEMA Urges U.S. Bureau Of Land Management to Reopen OHV Trails in Moab, Utah 

SEMA late last week voiced strong support for a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) proposal to reopen nearly 150 miles of off-highway vehicle (OHV) trails throughout Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges Travel Management Area near Moab, Utah. In comments submitted to the BLM, SEMA highlighted motorized recreation as an integral part of Moab's economy and the cultural benefits of restoring motorized access to one of the nation's most popular off-road destinations. 

• SEMA opposed the BLM's 2022 draft Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges Travel Management Plan (TMP), which ultimately closed nearly 300 miles of trails to motorized vehicles. With the Trump   Administration's proposal to reopen nearly 150 miles of these trails, SEMA and its members voiced strong support for the BLM's plans to reopen trails that are enjoyed by OHV enthusiasts from around the country who support the $720 billion motorized outdoor recreation industry.  

"All too frequently in the past, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) aggressively pursued closures of trails enjoyed by the off-road and motorized recreation community, including some of the most sacred areas accessed for decades by off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts," said SEMA Senior Vice President for Public and Government Affairs Karen Bailey-Chapman in the organization's comments. "SEMA thanks the BLM for addressing past errors and restarting efforts to reopen routes in the Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges Travel Management Area. This proposal is critical to restoring necessary access for thousands of OHV enthusiasts who recreate on these trails. It is also of critical importance to all the businesses that depend on members of the off-road community, many of whom travel to the Moab area each year with their friends and families." 

• Read SEMA'S full comments here. 
   

SEMA Backs Senate Bills to Expand Offroad Access for Americans with Disabilities

U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, has introduced a trio of SEMA-supported bills focused on expanding motorized recreational access to government-owned lands. This legislative package includes the "Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act," a bill that would expand motorized trail access to ensure individuals with disabilities can access federal and state-owned public lands, which earned SEMA's support by providing important assurances of motorized access to public lands that will benefit the community as a whole.

• Show your support by sending a letter to your U.S. Senators asking them to support these bills.

Currently, large portions of federally managed lands restrict motorized access, which creates a barrier that prevents individuals with disabilities from accessing public lands. The bill ties disability access to the availability of open roads by requiring that one square mile of public land must have at least 2.5 miles of authorized roads accessible to motorized vehicles.

SEMA is proud to support efforts to make our public lands more accessible to individuals with disabilities.

"SEMA thanks Senator Lee for reintroducing the Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act," said Bailey-Chapman. "This bill would ensure that federal lands, including our nation's natural treasures, can be enjoyed by and are accessible to all Americans. For far too long, federal land management policies have reduced motorized recreational access to public lands at the expense of the disabled and large segments of the U.S. population who are not physically able to enjoy them. Sen. Lee's legislation is a welcome policy shift in the name of access for the American people." 

Legislation Details

S. 2968 – the "Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act"

• Greatly expands access to government lands, including those managed by the U.S. Department of the Interior and the U.S. Forrest Service, for individuals with disabilities.
• Defines "disability-accessible land" as public land on which at least 2.5 miles of authorized roads accessible to motorized or off-road vehicles exist for each square mile.
• Directs the Interior Department and the Forest Service to update travel management plans to ensure that each square mile of public land has a minimum of 2.5 miles of roads accessible to motorized vehicles.
• Requires land managers to coordinate with state, county, local, and tribal governments to identify which roads provide the best opportunities for recreation and to give local stakeholders a voice before any road is closed.
• Prevents roads from being closed if doing so would cause an area to fall short of accessibility requirements, except in cases of emergency or significant safety threats.
• Requires road closures to be paired with the designation of alternative routes.

S. 2969 – State Motor Vehicle Laws in National Park System Units

• Amends federal law governing the National Park Service to clarify that the state laws in which a "System unit" is located shall apply to the use of motor vehicles (including off-highway vehicles) on roads within that unit.
• Create consistency and predictability.

S. 2970 – A bill to authorize the use of off-highway vehicles in certain areas of the Capitol Reef National Park, Utah

• Authorizes OHV use on the following roads within Capitol Reef National Park, Utah: Burr Trail Road, Cathedral Road, Hartnet Road, Highway 24, Notom Bullfrog Road, Polk Creek Road, Oil Well Bench Road, Baker Ranch Road, South Desert Overlook Road, Temple of the Sun and Moon Road, Gypsum Sinkhole Road, and Sulphur Creek Road.
• Clarifies that Utah's motor vehicle laws, including those for OHVs, apply to these designated roads.

By SEMA News Editors

One night. One stage. The biggest names in the automotive aftermarket, only at Las Vegas' 2025 SEMA Industry Honors. The reimagined event--the SEMA Show's first-annual awards-show-style ceremony--is now officially sold out.

On Thursday, November 6, the 2025 SEMA Industry Honors takes over the BleauLive Theater at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas for an unforgettable night celebrating the people and brands driving the industry forward. From Content Creator of the Year to Person of the Year and even more on-stage honors, this event is where SEMA's spotlight shines brightest.

For ticketholders, here is an overview of what to expect at this year's SEMA Industry Honors event.

Getting Your Tickets

Wristbands are required for entry, and can be picked up at the Industry Honors Ticket Counter at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), located outside of N251, starting Sunday, November 2, through Thursday, November 6, at 12:00 p.m. PST. Wristbands will also be available for pick-up outside of the event. Each wristband color corresponds to a seating chart section, so organizers recommend arriving early.

Schedule of Events (all times PST)

• 6:00 p.m.: Reception – Sponsored by Fifth Third Bank: Mix and mingle with industry peers with hors d'oeuvres and access to the open bar. (No dinner will be served).
• 7:00 p.m.: Awards Ceremony: Celebrate the brightest stars of the automotive world.
• 8:30 p.m.: Afterparty: Enjoy live music, late-night bites and cocktails.
• 10:00 p.m.: Evening concludes.

Getting to the Event

There are several ways to access the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, which is within walking distance from the West Hall, the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino and Resorts World Las Vegas. In addition, rideshares like Uber and Lyft can take you straight to the hotel. The SEMA Industry Honors event will take place in the BleauLive Theater, which is accessible by walking through the casino and taking the escalators, adjacent to the food court, to the second floor. For more information, visit Fontainebleau's website at fontainebleaulasvegas.com/information/parking-travel/.

Dress Code

The dress code for the 2025 SEMA Industry Honors event is cocktail attire.

Questions? Visit the Industry Honors Ticket Counter at the LVCC, located outside of N251.

Attendee registration for the 2025 SEMA Show, November 4-7 in Las Vegas, is now available online here. Online registration for qualified professional attendees is $100 per person, with badge pick-up on-site on the SEMA Show campus. A SEMA Show badge includes access to both the SEMA Show and AAPEX.

Hotel reservations, including several new properties in Las Vegas, are available at the guaranteed lowest rates exclusively for Show attendees through SEMA's official hotel provider, onPeak.

For more information about the 2025 SEMA Show, visit semashow.com. Sign up for updates on SEMA Fest at semafest.com.

By SEMA News Editors

The 2025 SEMA Show, November 4-7, Las Vegas, is quickly approaching. One of many valuable tools offered for 2025 SEMA Show exhibitors and attendees alike is the SEMA Show App, a must-have for anyone attempting to maximize their time at the aftermarket's premier industry event in just under three weeks. (Don't want to use the app? Additional SEMA Show tools are detailed below.)

Now available for download from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, the SEMA Show app puts all the information you need for a successful week at the 2025 SEMA Show directly at your fingertips, including schedules, maps, exhibitor lists and more. But there's more to the app than meets the eye.

Here are nine things you can do with the help of the SEMA Show App to maximize your 2025 event:

1. Interact With Vehicles and Exhibitors on the Show Floor

There will be hundreds of featured vehicles spread throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) during Show week, and the SEMA Show app will let you find out everything you need to know about each one. Simply scan a vehicle's QR code and it will all appear right there with info on the year, make and model, plus details on the sponsoring exhibitor and products used in the build.

2. Navigate the LVCC With Turn-By-Turn Directions

No cell service and have a can't-miss meeting in another hall? Can't find the booth with the must-see build? No need to worry because the SEMA Show app can find you the quickest, easiest route from one spot on the Show floor to another--all without the need of a GPS or a signal. Just enter an exhibitor name or room nearest your location, then type in where you want to go and the app will give you a step-by-step route keeping you on schedule and on your way. Never lose track of where you're at with easy access to floorplans of all SEMA Show halls, plus how/where they connect to make passage from hall to hall as easy as possible.

Even better, using this feature is designed to work with you, requiring little battery. Just download once, and you're good to go all SEMA Week! 

3. Keep a Detailed Schedule of Must-Attend SEMA Show Events

The SEMA Show app offers the ability to create a personalized schedule of all the SEMA Show events you want to attend, whether it's a SEMA Education session, networking event, vehicle reveal, live demonstration or any of the other exciting events happening all week long.

4. Discover Top New Products Debuting at the SEMA Show...

Preview all of the products entered into the New Products Showcase before you see them in-person at the display and on the Show floor. Complete with detailed information and photos, the app will also show you exactly where in the Showcase the product is located, plus direction to the exhibitors booth on the LVCC floor.

5. ...And Track the Products You Want to Learn More About

The app transforms your phone into a scanner when you visit the New Products Showcase, creating a list of all the products you want to know more about, as well as a map of where the manufacturers are located on the Show floor so you can gather more information, see the product again and discuss the item directly with the experts.

6. Search for Manufacturers With a Comprehensive List of SEMA Show Exhibitors

Looking for a specific exhibitor? Search by company name using the comprehensive list of all SEMA Show exhibitors found in the app. You can also search by Show section or product category.

7. Meet Your Automotive Heroes or Learn From Industry Experts

All the events, seminars, conferences, celebrity appearances and speakers are conveniently listed in the SEMA Show app, guaranteeing you'll know when, where and how to meet your favorite driver, builder or influencer, or see can't-miss presentations from industry experts during the Show's many educational opportunities.

8. Monitor the SEMA Show Social Media Accounts

Keep up with the official SEMA Show social media accounts, including Instagram, Facebook, X and YouTube, so you don't miss any of the action from the SEMA Show Floor.

9. Transportation: Find the Best Way to Arrive to the SEMA Show

There are plenty of ways to get to and from the SEMA Show. Use the app to get all the information on the many transportation options, including the Las Vegas Monorail, rideshare, Vegas Loop, hotel shuttles, taxis and more.

Additional 2025 SEMA Show Tools and Resources

Beyond the SEMA Show app, attendees have access to a robust suite of online tools and resources designed to help plan their time at the event. Nearly everything found within the SEMA Show mobile app, including exhibitor listings, floorplans, education schedules, event updates and more, is also available at SEMAShow.com. The website serves as the central hub for all Show information, offering comprehensive details on the Registration Resource Center, travel, registration, celebrity appearances, and how to purchase tickets to special events. Whether users are finalizing logistics before arriving in Las Vegas or navigating the Show floor on-site, SEMAShow.com provides a reliable, easy-to-access companion throughout the week.

Bessie, SEMA's AI-Powered Chatbot

And say hello to Bessie, SEMA's AI-powered chatbot that helps attendees make the most of their Show experience. Available 24/7, Bessie complements SEMAShow.com, the SEMA Show mobile app, and all on-site signage to provide quick, accurate answers to frequently asked questions. Chatting with Bessie is easy—simply text 833-338-3101, download the SEMA Show mobile app, visit SEMAShow.com, or scan any of the QR codes located throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center campus to access Show information anytime, anywhere.

Registration Resource Center

New for 2025, the Registration Resource Center is a one-stop-shop location gives Showgoers options to update your registration record, access services like housing to book your hotels, and even add education and special events (like SEMA Fest!) to your itinerary.  

Just log in using your Badge ID (shown in your SEMA Show attendee confirmation email) and the email address you used to register, and you’ll have immediate access to: 

• Update your contact information.  
• Print a receipt of your registration purchase.  
• Add a registration for your spouse.  
• Book a hotel at the guaranteed lowest rates.  
• Add education sessions to your registration record.  
• Add events, like the SEMA Show Kickoff Breakfast, SEMA Industry Awards Honors and SEMA Fest tickets to your record. 
• Print a custom SEMA Show itinerary. 

Attendee registration for the 2025 SEMA Show, November 4-7 in Las Vegas, is now available online here. Online registration for qualified professional attendees is $100 per person, with badge pickup on-site on the SEMA Show campus. A SEMA Show badge includes access to both the SEMA Show and AAPEX. 

Hotel reservations, including for several new properties in Las Vegas, are available at the guaranteed lowest rates exclusively for Show attendees through SEMA's official hotel provider, onPeak. 

For more information about the 2025 SEMA Show, visit semashow.com. Sign up for updates on SEMA Fest at semafest.com. 

By SEMA News Editors

The 2025 SEMA Show, the largest automotive trade event in the United States and one of the biggest worldwide, unites more than 2,300 exhibiting brands and 160,000 attendees from 140 countries. Running November 4-7 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, this year's Show features 500 first-time exhibitors, showcasing the industry's commitment to innovation and collaboration. 

As the epicenter of automotive advancement, the SEMA Show highlights groundbreaking products and technologies. Attendees can explore interactive exhibits, participate in hands-on workshops and engage in more than 80 educational seminars to enhance skills and knowledge.  

In addition, countless activations thrill Showgoers all over the SEMA Show campus, including the following spotlighted indoor activations set for this year's event, starting with new-for-2025 features.

New-for-2025 Indoor SEMA Show Features

International Pavilion at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (NEW FOR 2025)

The SEMA Show, for the first time since 2019, is expanding back into the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. The venue is a reimagined as a dynamic hub for international discovery and business opportunity--one that supports SEMA's growing global presence and provides a launchpad for innovative brands. 

Located in a high-traffic area of the popular Westgate hotel near the SEMA Show campus, the International Pavilion invites attendees to meet face-to-face with manufacturers, distributors and sourcing contacts from around the world. It's also a rare chance to explore products not yet widely available in the U.S. market--ranging from performance parts and accessories to specialized tools and emerging technologies and beyond.

More than just exhibit space, the Pavilion will host some of SEMA Week's most anticipated gatherings, including the SEMA Kickoff Breakfast, the NHRA Breakfast and select VIP networking events. Exhibitors in this space benefit from premium visibility and the chance to engage with decision-makers during these high-profile moments.

New Show Artist Larry Chen (NEW FOR 2025)

Photographer Larry Chen has spent two decades capturing the heartbeat of car culture. Now, he brings that passion to the SEMA Show as the new Featured SEMA Show Artist. His work will be woven throughout the Show's visual identity, appearing in signage, marketing materials and exclusive installations that reflect the energy, diversity and craftsmanship of the automotive community. He will also have a booth in Central Hall where his new book will be showcased, along with one of his latest builds (a Bayside Blue R34 Skyline GT-R), Central Hall, Booth #23867. View on the floorplan here.

Road to SEMA Showcase (NEW FOR 2025)

Road to SEMA is an exclusive showcase where top automotive creators drive their custom builds across epic distances to the 2025 SEMA Show, sharing the journey with fans. From high-powered drift limos and twin-turbo supercars to one-of-a-kind classics, these road warriors celebrate craftsmanship, endurance and passion--culminating in their builds being displayed at the world's premier automotive event, only in Central Hall, Booth #21651. View on the floorplan here. 

VRX Speed Fest SIM Racing (NEW FOR 2025)

The SEMA Show is partnering with VRX Simulators to debut VRX Speed Fest. This innovative simulator racing competition merges the excitement of virtual racing with the energy of a live, in-person experience. For the first time, attendees will experience the thrill of professional-level sim racing firsthand and compete alongside their colleagues in this dedicated space. Fans will also enjoy interactive zones and the energy of esports racing on the world's largest automotive stage. North Hall, Booth #12671. View on the floorplan here.

Returning Indoor SEMA Show Activations

SEMA ADAS Feature

The ADAS Feature returns to the SEMA Show to provide direct insights into OEM-approved ADAS procedures, calibration demos, and modification best practices that give aftermarket businesses a competitive edge. The ADAS Feature will be located in South Hall Upper, Booth #31255. View on the floorplan here.

SEMA Show Art Walk

Immerse yourself in the automotive lifestyle and culture at the SEMA Show Art Walk, where some of the automotive industry's premier artists across different media will exhibit their latest creations. Make sure you stop by for an exclusive book signed by Joe "Gentleman Joe" Schubeck, who will be personally autographing his new "Hot Rods Trains & Planes" book, consisting of short stories about the colorful people he competed against in Top Fuel drag racing, as well as top producers of the racing equipment used (available Tuesday through Thursday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. PST). All this can be found only in the SEMA Show Art Walk, located on the Skywalk Bridge connecting the West and the North Hall.

Judges go the extra mile to crown the SEMA Battle of the Builders presented by Mothers Polish champion. This fan-favorite program at the SEMA Show moves indoors in 2025 with a brand-new stage in North Hall.

SEMA Battle of the Builders presented by Mothers Polish (NEW LOCATION)

The industry's leading vehicle competition provides a platform for builders to showcase their skills. The program recognizes class champions in four categories--Hot Rod & Hot Rod Truck; 4 Wheel Drive & Off-Road; Sport Compact, Import Performance, Luxury & Exotic; and BFGoodrich Young Guns--and an overall champion. See all the action, now INDOORS, at the Battle of the Builders Stage in the North Hall, Booth #10168. View on the floorplan here.

Celebrity Appearances

This year, the SEMA Show will again draw many famous motorsports and entertainment personalities, including Chip Foose, Clay Millican, Tavarish, and Dave Kindig & Kevin "Kevdogg" Schiele, just to name a few.

Download the SEMA Show app or visit semashow.com/celebrity-appearances for the latest schedule of celebrity and industry VIP appearances. 

SEMA Gear

Visit any of the SEMA Gear locations throughout the Show floor to purchase the official branded apparel and merchandise for the SEMA Show. Hurry, as these limited edition and collector items can sell out quickly. Search "SEMA Gear" at SEMAShow.com/floorplan and on the SEMA Show app to see all locations available to you:

• SEMA Grand Lobby
• Central Hall Corridor, Booth #10080
• Central Hall, Booth #20600
• Upper South Hall, Booth #30000
• Upper South Hall, Booth #34000
• Lower South Hall, Booth #40000
• West Hall, Booth #50020
• North Hall (Outside), Booth #80100
• Silver Lot, Booth #81595
• South Hall Registration (Outside), Booth #84499
• West Hall (Diamond Lot), Booth #91000

SEMA Education

The world-class SEMA Education offers a dynamic experience that complements the high-energy learning environment experienced on the Show floor. Attendees can develop new skills, connect with industry leaders, and foster business strategies through eight education tracks that categorize sessions by subject matter. Training sessions, both free and fee-based, from the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR), the Tire Industry Association (TIA), and the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) also broaden the range of specialized courses offered at the Show. Learn more about the 2025 SEMA Show Education program here, and add your favorite sessions to your SEMA Show itinerary using the Attendee Resource Center. SEMA Education sessions are located in North Hall, Tuesday through Thursday, during the 2025 SEMA Show.

SEMA FutureTech Studio

Explore more than 45 exhibits highlighting the next wave of innovation, including alternative power, advanced manufacturing, AI, 3D printing, and more, only in Central Hall, Booth #24401. Spotlight exhibitors in this space include Custunning, Eletromods, Pivotal, and Torque Trends, as well as Dynam Labs, eDub Conversions USA, GreentecAuto, Hoffman EV, Legacy EV, TOP GUN Performance Tuning, Turntide Technologies and much more. View on the floorplan here.

Seen here is a SEMA Live taping of Dave Kindig & Kevin "Kevdogg" Schiele straight from the SEMA Show floor last year.

SEMA Live Studio (NEW LOCATION)

The SEMA Show opens its doors to a worldwide audience, for the second year in a row, via a livestream available on YouTube and Facebook. Overall, SEMA Live is set to feature 31 hours of up-close SEMA Show coverage across four days. Even better? Attendees an see how it all comes together at the SEMA Live Studio in its new Central Hall location, Booth #20341. View on the floorplan here. 

SEMA New Products Showcase (NEW LOCATION and NEW HOURS)

The New Products Showcase, which introduces the hottest new products from across all categories of the aftermarket in one dedicated display, has moved to South Hall and can now be accessed before the Show opens. Of course, countless new products will debut across the Show campus, but the best of the best will be in the New Products Showcase, featuring more than 2,000 of the latest innovations across 15 product categories in the Lower South Hall, Booth #41271. View on the floorplan here.

Show-Stopping Builds

From the Toyo Tires Treadpass to hundreds of booth and feature vehicles across the campus, the creativity and craftsmanship on display will inspire and impress any car lover. 

Attendee registration for the 2025 SEMA Show, November 4-7 in Las Vegas, is available online here. Online registration for qualified professional attendees is $100 per person, with badge pickup on-site on the SEMA Show campus. A SEMA Show badge includes access to both the SEMA Show and AAPEX. 

Hotel reservations, including for several new properties in Las Vegas, are available at the guaranteed lowest rates exclusively for Show attendees through SEMA's official hotel provider, onPeak. 

For more information about the 2025 SEMA Show, visit semashow.com. Sign up for updates on SEMA Fest at semafest.com. 

From the SEMA Washington, D.C., office

In Washington, D.C., and in statehouses across the nation, SEMA's Government Affairs team is delivering on behalf of the automotive aftermarket industry. From defeating electric vehicle (EV) mandates to protecting access to racing and motorized outdoor recreation, we're ensuring our industry's voice is heard loud and clear in policy debates.

• Every win generates highlights--and ours are no different. Click here or watch the video above to see how SEMA & PRI PAC started a movement on behalf of the aftermarket.

Join Us on the Road to Victory at the 2025 SEMA Show

If you want to join a winning team, your first move should be to join us at the SEMA & PRI PAC Reception at the SEMA Show on Tuesday, November 4, at Piero's Italian Cuisine in Las Vegas. Your $200 personal contribution (a donation is required to attend) puts you in the room with our industry's movers and shakers, and helps fuel the SEMA & PRI PAC to bolster the efforts of our industry's champions. 

Together, through SEMA & PRI PAC and Driving Force Action SuperPAC, we're building the political horsepower to elect allies, stop harmful policies before they gain traction and keep the aftermarket thriving.

Learn more about the SEMA & PRI PAC and the Driving Force Action SuperPAC during your visit to the 2025 SEMA Show, November 4-7, Las Vegas.

2025 SEMA & PRI PAC Reception
Tuesday, November 4
The Monkey Bar at Piero's Italian Cuisine
355 Convention Center Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89109

For more information or to RSVP for the event, contact PAC Development Director Eleanor Rollings at eleanorr@sema.org.

From the SEMA Washington, D.C., office

In Washington, D.C., and in statehouses across the nation, SEMA's Government Affairs team is delivering on behalf of the automotive aftermarket industry. From defeating electric vehicle (EV) mandates to protecting access to racing and motorized outdoor recreation, we're ensuring our industry's voice is heard loud and clear in policy debates.

• Every win generates highlights--and ours are no different. Click here or watch the video above to see how SEMA & PRI PAC started a movement on behalf of the aftermarket.

Join Us on the Road to Victory at the 2025 SEMA Show

If you want to join a winning team, your first move should be to join us at the SEMA & PRI PAC Reception at the SEMA Show on Tuesday, November 4, at Piero's Italian Cuisine in Las Vegas. Your $200 personal contribution (a donation is required to attend) puts you in the room with our industry's movers and shakers, and helps fuel the SEMA & PRI PAC to bolster the efforts of our industry's champions. 

Together, through SEMA & PRI PAC and Driving Force Action SuperPAC, we're building the political horsepower to elect allies, stop harmful policies before they gain traction and keep the aftermarket thriving.

Learn more about the SEMA & PRI PAC and the Driving Force Action SuperPAC during your visit to the 2025 SEMA Show, November 4-7, Las Vegas.

2025 SEMA & PRI PAC Reception
Tuesday, November 4
The Monkey Bar at Piero's Italian Cuisine
355 Convention Center Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89109

For more information or to RSVP for the event, contact PAC Development Director Eleanor Rollings at eleanorr@sema.org.

By SEMA News Editors

Experience SEMA Fest 2025 on Friday, November 7, where live music meets motorsports mayhem. This one-night-only event features chart-topping bands and adrenaline-pumping automotive activations you won’t find during the rest of the week at the SEMA Show.

Queens of the Stone Age will headline SEMA Fest 2025 with a high-energy set that's guaranteed to shake the SEMA Show stage. Known for hits like "No One Knows," "Go With the Flow," "Little Sister" and "The Way You Used to Do," the multi-platinum band will bring their iconic sound to one of the industry's most anticipated nights of the year. The Black Crowes will shift the crowd into party mode when they hit the stage to perform some of their greatest hits live, including "She Talks to Angels," "Hard to Handle," "Remedy" and more. Neon Trees, known for their chart-topping anthems like "Animal" and "Everybody Talks," will start the lineup of bands with their signature mix of infectious pop-rock and vibrant stage presence. 

But SEMA Fest is more than just a concert--it's a full-throttle celebration where music meets motorsports. Between sets, fans can check out wild custom builds, jaw-dropping drifting demos and burnouts, lifestyle vendors, and the kind of festival vibes you can only find among like-minded enthusiasts during SEMA Show week in Las Vegas.

SEMA Fest officially opens on Friday at 9:00 a.m. PST with heart-pounding motorsports activations like Hoonigan (Silver Lot 3), Nitro Circus Moto Mayhem (Silver Lot 1), HorsePower Rodeo (Diamond Lot), OPTIMA Unleashed (Bronze Lot) and an exclusive spectacle: The Urias Family’s Original Globe of Death.

Where else can you see this incredible music lineup combined with heart-pounding motorsports--all with a single ticket? For just $95 (including fees!), attendees can experience three top-tier bands, high-octane automotive activations and the energy of Las Vegas in one unforgettable day.

Arrive early to take full advantage of everything happening on campus. Please note that parking will be unavailable at the Las Vegas Convention Center, and SEMA Cruise street closures may be in effect. Therefore, early arrival is highly recommended to enjoy the full SEMA Fest experience.

Ticketholders: Want to Upgrade?

While your SEMA Fest ticket gets you into live performances from chart-topping bands and hair-raising automotive demonstrations, it doesn't get you access to the SEMA Show. But it's not too late to change that.

If you purchased a SEMA Fest ticket and now have the itch to check out the aftermarket's premier industry event, you can upgrade your admission to include a ticket to "SEMA Show Friday – Open to the Public," on Friday, November 7, through your Tixr account.

Here's how to upgrade your SEMA Fest ticket to include access to the 2025 SEMA Show:

1. Sign in to your Tixr account
2. Find and click on your initials, located in the top-right corner of the homepage
3. Select "My Events"
4. If upgrades are available for your event, you will see the text "Upgrades Available"
5. Click "Upgrades Available"
6. Choose your new tickets and proceed to checkout

2025 SEMA Fest Fan Details

Attendees are encouraged to book accommodations through the official SEMA Show housing partner, onPeak, to access exclusive rates and benefits at top Las Vegas hotels at compass.onpeak.com/e/63SEM2025HIR/0.

Please note that parking will be unavailable at the Las Vegas Convention Center, and SEMA Cruise street closures may be in effect. Therefore, we highly recommend arriving early to enjoy the whole SEMA Fest experience.

Guests may use nearby off-campus lots (subject to daily fees and availability):

• Piero's Italian Cuisine – 355 Convention Center Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89109
• Westgate – 3009 Joe W Brown Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89109
• Residence Inn – 3225 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
• Courtyard Las Vegas – 3275 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
• SpringHill Suites – 2989 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
• Fontainebleau – 2777 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
• Embassy Suites – 3600 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89169

Oversized vehicle parking inquiries should be directed to each property. Additional nearby parking options may also be found through apps such as Parkopedia and SpotHero. 

🔗 Visit semafest.com for tickets, updates and full event details.
📩 Have questions? Email info@semafest.com.
🤝 For sponsorship or partnership inquiries, contact partnership@semafest.com.

This story was originally published on October 21, 2025. Prices subject to change.

By Cristian Gonzalez

The Las Vegas Monorail is an excellent way to get to the LVCC as it conveniently tracks above Vegas traffic and drops you off just outside of Central Hall.

Just like the vehicles we build our businesses around, planning your SEMA Show trip has a lot of moving parts. Whether you're attending or exhibiting, you're going to have to plan your travel, lodging, daily commute and meals. Here, we'll offer savings, logistic strategies and meal tips to help you plan your SEMA Week so you not only survive but thrive.

Lodging

If you haven't already booked your accommodation, the first place we suggest looking for the best deals is semashow.com under the hotel tab. SEMA has partnered with onPeak as its official hotel provider and offers attendees and exhibitors significant savings on their hotel reservations.

Apart from costs, be mindful of how far the hotel where you plan to stay is from the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC). If you have early starts to the day, you don't want your commute to be too far from campus in case Vegas traffic throws something unexpected at you.

Lastly, be sure to call and confirm your reservations before you are Vegas-bound. This will ensure you have no hiccups or delays checking in to your room and you can begin your SEMA Week smoothly.

If you plan on flying into Vegas, SEMA has partnered with Alaska, United and Delta Airlines so you can enjoy the best airfare prices set for SEMA Week. Use these codes to save on your and your team's flights.

• Alaska Airlines Online Discount Code: ECMO139 for a 7% off published fares for travel dates, October 31—November 8, 2025.

• United Airlines Online Discount Code: ZPKE658685 for up to 2% to 10% off travel dates October 30—November 9, 2025.

• Delta Airlines: Go to semashow.com, click on the Hotel and Travel and click the link under Delta Airlines for access to special discounts.

Shuttles

Once you're in Vegas, you're going to have to rely mostly on public transportation, rideshares and shuttles to get to the LVCC. Convention parking is unavailable and limited to nearby locations (see the mobile app for updated parking information), so driving your personal vehicle to the Show every day would not be practical. But that doesn't mean getting around isn't easy. There are lots of options for getting to and from campus.

SEMA has arranged a fleet of shuttles with routes to nearly every big hotel on the strip and beyond. These shuttles begin their route on Tuesday at 7:00 a.m. and run until 10:30 a.m. at 20-minute intervals. They then pick up again at 3:30 p.m. and run until 6:30 p.m. On Friday, the shuttles end at 5:00 p.m.

View the 2025 SEMA Show shuttle bus schedule at the bottom of this article or linked here.

Las Vegas Monorail

The Las Vegas Monorail is another excellent way to get to the campus if your hotel is near a station. It conveniently tracks above Vegas traffic, making your commute time from any station no more than 10 min., and drops you off just outside of Central Hall.

Monorail stations and their corresponding hotels include: MGM Grand, Horseshoe/Paris, Flamingo/Caesars Palace, Harrah's/The LINQ, Boingo (LVCC), Westgate and, lastly, Sahara.

Attendees enjoy exclusive Monorail discounts. Purchase tickets at tix.lvmonorail.com/SEMA25 for the best rates available. Paper tickets are also available (at full price) from ticket kiosks and customer service desks. Hours of operation begin every day at 7:00 a.m. and end at midnight on Monday, 2:00 a.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and 3:00 a.m. Friday through Sunday.

The Loop

The Las Vegas Loop is an underground transportation network that takes riders through various stations across the LVCC campus. This unique means of transportation saves you time and energy getting from one point to another, and it's free for the LVCC grounds.

Walking from one end of the LVCC to the other could take up to 30 min. and lots of energy. Take a look at the Loop map, and leverage the free rides whenever possible to get to your location so you spend more time where you want to be. It's a week-long marathon, so don't sprint.

The Loop also features stations at Westgate and Encore Las Vegas and recently added Resorts World Las Vegas to the growing list, making the Loop another transportation option to get to and from the LVCC. However, these routes are fee-based, so visit lvloop.com/tickets for going rates.

Ride Share

If you and your team will be using ridesharing apps like Uber or Lyft, or even a taxi or limousine service, there are three designated transportation hubs for drop-off.

• LVCC BLUE LOT: east end of Grand Lobby, adjacent to Central Hall

• LVCC PLATINUM LOT: across Sierra Vista Dr. from South Hall East Lobby

• MAJESTIC LOT: across from West Hall at Convention Center Dr. and Debbie Reynolds Dr.

Good Eats

Las Vegas is home to some world-class dining options, but you don't need to spend big money every night. You're going to want to carefully weigh cost, location and convenience when planning Show Week meals for yourself and your team. Research low-cost dining options near the convention center or your hotel to save on transportation.

If you plan to experience some fine dining with your team or clients, be sure to make reservations well in advance, as Vegas sees an influx of people during this time and places book quickly.

Pro-tip from SEMA Vice President of Events Tom Gattuso: Even if you do not have any scheduled after-Show meetings or dinners, add a few extra seats to your reservation weeks in advance. This way, you are prepared to take a potential client or business partner out on a moment's notice.

As for lunch time during the Show, the LVCC campus hosts many food stands and food courts throughout the halls, many at modest pricing. Avoid the Vegas traffic going off campus and find your ideal cuisine near your next exhibitor visit.

By Ashley Reyes

Automotive content creators are on a mission to show the world that the car community is for everyone. Through "Road to SEMA," 11 passionate car builders will document their multi-state and cross-country journeys to showcase their vehicles at the 2025 SEMA Show, offering a new perspective on the accessibility and passion of the automotive aftermarket. Social media audiences can follow along as they share their unique stories, relatable challenges and inspiring triumphs along the way.

As content creators take on a growing role in the automotive world, Road to SEMA celebrates their influence and connection to the industry. Traveling hundreds of miles from small-town garages, desert highways and even across the Atlantic Ocean, their content will serve as a bridge where viewers can connect with car culture--and the SEMA Show--in fresh, authentic ways.

"The SEMA Show showcases thousands of vehicles each year, but it's the stories behind those vehicles that truly inspire," said SEMA Vice President of Marketing RJ de Vera. "By supporting initiatives like Road to SEMA, we're celebrating the courage of creators who aren't driven by trends but defining what's next and showing the world what's possible."

Each creator's journey will culminate with their arrival at the SEMA Show, taking place November 4-7 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Each build will be featured in the Road to SEMA Showcase, located in Central Hall, booth #21651. Here, SEMA Show attendees will not only be inspired but also reminded that anyone can make their mark on the automotive world.  

"Road to SEMA offers an authentic view on the everyday people who have a passion for this industry," said Road to SEMA participant Steven Nadaskai. "Our goal is to show that everyone has a place in the automotive community--no matter your background or level of experience."

Road to SEMA Participants

Driver: Don Abenante, @donabenante

Vehicle: '70 Chevelle  

Origin Point: Rhode Island, USA

Miles Driven to SEMA Show: 2,700 miles 

Journey: Abenante has owned the Chevelle since he was 15, originally planning it as a father-son build with his late dad. Though they never finished it together, the Chevelle became Abenante's source of strength, learning and purpose through every chapter of his life. Over 21 years, it's evolved alongside him, now reborn as a modern street machine that wears its patina proudly. Beneath its classic shell hides a 1,400hp twin-turbo Coyote engine.

Drivers: Ashley Cooley, @_rustic_beauty; Christina Lardie, @christinalardie; Audrey LeMay, @audreysquadries; Riley Schlick, @rileysrebuilds; Annie Van Orman, @annies_vw

Vehicle: '66 Ford Fairlane

Origin point: Denver, Colorado   

Miles Driven to SEMA Show: 506 miles 

Journey: The Creator Race Team, in partnership with the Jessi Combs Foundation, honored Jessi Combs by building and racing a '66 Ford Fairlane in The Great Race. Now, they continue her mission with a road trip through the Rockies, Moab, Zion and Nevada desert, arriving at the SEMA Show to carry her torch and inspire the next generation of builders. 

Driver: Brad Eldershaw, @backfire.brad

Vehicle: '99 Mercedes E240 Limousine 

Origin Point: Stoke-on-Trent, England  

Miles Driven to SEMA Show: 3,500 miles driven to the SEMA Show, 5,125 miles from the United Kingdom

Journey: The Road2SEMA Drift Limo is a 1,100hp LS twin-turbo V8. Featuring six bucket seats, a full drift differential and suspension setup, and a completely strengthened, rebuilt chassis, it's engineered for high-octane sideways performance with uncompromising power and precision. 

Driver: Corey England, @corezlark

Vehicle: '15 Lamborghini Huracan Twin Turbo V10 

Origin Point: Exeter, England

Miles Driven to SEMA Show: 3,500 miles driven to SEMA, 5,000-plus miles from the United Kingdom

Journey: The Twin-Turbo Lamborghini Huracán is a 1,100hp, 5.2L V10 supercar built for extreme performance. Limited to 220 mph, this engineering marvel features world-class power, endurance and precision on the Road2SEMA charity rally.

Driver: Louis Hadfield, @haddzy

Vehicle: '94 Subaru GF8 22B WRX STi Wagon 

Origin Point: Preston, England 

Miles Driven to SEMA Show: 11,000-plus miles--includes travel from Preston, England, to Malta for the engine swap and back to the United Kingdom for shipping to New Jersey.

Journey: Hadfield's 1-of-200 first-series WRX STI GF8 Wagon has been masterfully restyled into a 22B-inspired creation, making it a true one-of-one worldwide. Powered by a naturally aspirated Ferrari 360 V8 and equipped with an EBC Brakes big brake kit, it perfectly balances power, precision and exclusivity. 

Driver: Jack Thorton, @jackbuildsit

Vehicle: Mk4 Supra 

Origin Point: Winter Garden, Florida

Miles Driven to SEMA Show: 3,500 miles

Journey: Once a wrecked hopeless Supra with dented panels, cracked bumpers and faded paint the vehicle sat forgotten in Thorton's shop. Piece by piece, he rebuilt it. Now, under the bright lights of the SEMA Show, its deep green paint gleams like armor. The nightmare became a masterpiece with fresh metal, a restored heart and a new soul. 

Driver: Steven Nadaski, @typicalstevenn

Vehicle: '13 Porsche Cayenne and '11 Volkswagen GTI 

Origin point: Mission Viejo, California

Miles Driven: 280 miles 

Journey to the Show: The Volkswagen has been at SEMA since 2019, competing as Nadaski's SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns build. This year, he is bringing it back again, but trailered by his newest build: an off-road/overland-built Porsche Cayenne.