Dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows and activities have been announced. Details are:>> SEMA Internet Symposium, July 25, Irvine, California>> SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, Friday, July 25, Irvine, California

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Small-car sales will slowly increase to 2,424,500 units by the end of the year, 2,487,300 units in 2009, according to data from AutoPacifc. Overall annual growth is expected to average 2.3% through 2009, helped by new subcompacts entering the market next year.

Knowing where SEMA members are selling their products is just as important as understanding what products are sold. Several distribution channels exist in the specialty-equipment market today, ranging from discount automotive chains to direct sales. The table below shows that in 2008, SEMA members...

As unemployment increases, the stock market stumbles and the American economy faces difficult times, SEMA members have the opportunity to appreciate the relatively stable specialty–equipment market. According to SEMA market research from the past 20 years, despite recessions in the economy, the...

All SEMA Show exhibitors and member companies are invited to be included in the 2008–2009 SEMA International Buyers Guide (IBG), an exclusive and comprehensive directory of companies involved in overseas sales.

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Wheels, suspension and exhaust systems are among the top specialty-equipment products sold in Argentina, according to a brief report recently issued by the U.S. Embassy in Argentina.

SHOW DAYS: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4–FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7 EXHIBITOR UPDATES NEW THIS YEAR! First Aid Additional LocationThree new locations for first aid have been added to the Show in order to expedite service. The location areas are:

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