LAS VEGAS, NV (11.17.22) – Since 1924 consumers worldwide have been able to “Enjoy It” with BLAUPUNKT branded consumer electronics. November 1~4 visitors at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, were able to enjoy the highly regarded German brand in the North Hall of the LVCC.
The lineup displayed at SEMA Show included USB and Bluetooth Single DIN Head Units, Multimedia units featuring Android as well as Linux OS, plus the flagship model MONTECARLO 750 with wireless Android Auto and Certified Apple Car Play features.
An entry level multimedia unit that is high-quality at an affordable cost, the SAO PAULO 450, was also on display. In addition to these two attendee favorite units, industry members can expect to find BLAUPINKT Car Audio and Multimedia products to fit any project or budget.
BLAUPUNKT also presented the 2023 preliminary line-up which will include 7” and 10” floating panel models CALI 250/270, RALEIGH 900, 990 and 910, with Android Auto and Certified Apple Car Play wireless connection in 7”, 9” and 10” units plus a full speaker and amplifiers line-up as well as installation accessories and Marine and Motorsports Audio.
BP Americas Corp. is the sole distributor of BLAUPUNKT branded car audio products for the USA, Canada and Mexico markets. Having branches in Van Nuys, CA and Doral Florida strategically places the company in a position to distribute the products to its dealers and Distributors in a timely manner.
BLAUPUNKT is interviewing professional Manufacturer Reps throughout the USA. Please contact Mario Corro: mario@bpcarusa.com for details.
ATHENS, GREECE (11.16.22) – Immediately following a very successful showing at SEMA 2022 PowerBassUSA was headed across the pond for 2 weeks to spend time with distributor partners and dealers. Erik Harbour, PowerBass VP Product Development & Global Marketing, departed for London on Sunday November 6th.
This is the correct side of the freeway across the pond in London.
Dealers gathered our group shot at the first meeting for Car Audio & Security in Hayes Middlesex.
Lee Glover hold his award as the 2021 PowerBass European Independent Dealer of the Year and is flanked by Erik Harbour (R) and Carl Huntington in front of his Safe and Sound Essex location.
Night two of the Car Audio & Security Distributors dealer training was held at Dhillons Brewery in Covington UK.
“Once arriving in London the first thing was to hook up with Carl Huntington who represents PowerBass on the continent and set the plan for the 2 weeks ahead. Carl had a super plan in place for the first week which we spent hosting 2 well-attended dealer training meetings set up by our distributor Car Audio & Security. Following each meeting there was time set for networking, dinner and refreshments. Other time spent in the London area included dealer meetings and seeing some great area attractions.
Harbour is thinking a behind the wheel of a f1 ride an a track would be a very special experience.
A RedBull ride would also be quite an experienced for Harbour.
Red phone booths in London are still iconic landmarks.
The Tuesday afternoon dealer training took place in the Car Audio Nikou/Directed Greece location in Thessaloníki.
Erik Harbour covers the PowerBass line for 15 dealers on Tuesday afternoon at Car Audio Nikou. Several dealers stayed to chat with some placing orders.
Taking a seat in a f1 car plus time in a racing simulator for some hot laps in Brazil, a stop at the Mercedes-Benz World and Red Bull plus night scenes around London added the across the pond experience for Harbour and Huntington.
Huntington and Harbour wrapped the first week across the pond and headed to Greece on Monday, November 14th. They hit the ground running and hosted a dealer training Tuesday afternoon at their Greece distribution partner’s Car Audio Nikou/Directed Greece facility in Thessaloniki.
There was a drawing for a prize after the meeting and Autosonik team members from Kavala Greece, who flank Harbour, took home a PowerBass BT200 Bluetooth portable speaker.
The Acropolis in Athens will be a Wednesday view.
“There were over 15 in the PowerBass training and all were very interested in products in the line. We see a huge growth potential in this market for PowerBass Car and Marine products. Several dealers stayed around after the meeting to spend time us. Some orders were placed too” Harbour related.
Huntington and Harbour travel to Athens, today-Wdnesday November 16th, to spend time with dealers and cap the 2 week journey on the Continent.
Stay tuned for more from PowerBass across the pond.
HOUSTON, TX (11.15.22) – On Saturday all was set in motion for Sunday’s SSR’s Distributors Show in Houston. During the day Saturday vendors and representatives set up their booths and prepared for the big Sunday Show on November 13th.
Saturday evening nearly 40 people enjoyed an evening dinner at the Avenida Brazil Churrascaria Steakhouse with refreshments hosted by SSR’s Amir Dhanani and Tracy Farr. Farr related “The dinner event was a terrific evening of networking and fine dining with refreshments too. We sincerely conveyed to all our appreciation for their support, partnership and contributing to the success SSR is experiencing in the marketplace served by the Dallas and Houston locations.”
Large tables of vendors and SSR staff enjoying the Saturday night dinner at Avenida Brazil Churrascaria Steakhouse.
The PRV Audio brand is a new addition for SSR and drew a lot of interest.
Pat Szeman showed the Reikken and Energie batteries to SSR dealers.
The AAMP demo pickup positioned on Saturday for the show.
Through the day Sunday attendees from SSR’s dealer base topped 250 as all checked out the latest products from over 30 brands that had tables and demos set up between shelves and space in the large warehouse. Continuing Farr offered “There was a real sense of enthusiasm on the floor. Dealers were happy to see vendors and their products in person. The venders were likewise excited to show their latest products to SSR’s dealers.”
There were numerous demo vehicles on display including including the AAMP pickup-with Chris Brinkley behind the wheel, a bike decked with Cicada Audio and Farr’s ’06 red Corvette decked with Kenwood products. A Jeep Wrangler was shining bright with LUMI lighting that is a SSR brand. There were also demo vehicles in the parking lot on the cool, clear day. Training sessions for Maestro and AudioControl were offered. There were over 35 people in each session with Jimmy Bradfield conducting the Maestro session and Chris Brinkley from AAMP conducting the AudioControl session.
The LIMI Jeep shined to show the brand’s vehicle lighting products.
Lighting is a hot category and David Toliver from Synergy Marketing Agency shows Lucas Lighting products to dealer.
This image shows dealers attending one of the two training sessions presented by Jimmy Bradfield.
PRV Audio is a new brand in the house that SSR picked up at SEMA 2022. The company occupied a corner space with a lot of branding and products on display. Daniel Costa-CEO and Roberto Amengual-Sales Manager were two of the PRV staff members in the house.
Several vendors traveled great distances to attend the SSR Show. Nina Contreras-SiriusXM traveled from SoCal. Jeremy Foss also traveled from SoCal to show the latest from Jensen. Foss did not arrive in Houston until after midnight Saturday for the Sunday show.
This is the ticket that dealers had punched when they visited each booth to enter the raffles.
Jeremy Foss had the Jensen booth set up early Sunday morning after arriving past midnight Saturday night from Southern Cal.
Vendors also set up demos outside on the cool clear Sunday morning.
Midday dealers packed the aisles in the SSR warehouse.
During the show there were 2 raffles for dealers who turned in their cards punched to visit each booth. The raffle prize for each drawing topped $2000. for a mix of products stacked on the table. Prized ranged from a couple hundred to ten bucks. A food truck in the parking lot offered a wide variety of food for attendees plus pizza was also available for the hungry attendees.
Concluding Farr related “The Houston Show was a super event and set the stage for a strong holiday selling season. The SSR Distributors North Dealer Show is set for May 2023 and the date will be announced.”
THE 12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (11.14.22) – Since the first print issue in February of 1994 the 12volt News has been delivering fresh industry news highlighting positive across the 12volt industry. With today’s digital technology the 12volt News, from the 12volt Central Studios, is delivering fresh industry every day. News from around the world as well.
12voltnews.com on the web, plus @12voltnews on Instagram and Facebook, delivers fresh positive industry news ranging from manufacturer’s new products to the activities of industry companies and organizations plus individuals every day.
12volt News coverage, from the 55th Annual SEMA Show November 1-4 2022, is an example of timely news delivered by the 12volt Central Studios. Via social media over 100 posts from the SEMA Las Vegas venue were posted. #12volt_vnn2022 to check out action from the SEMA Show 2022.
12volt News coverage, from the 55th Annual SEMA Show November 1-4 2022, is an example of timely news delivered by the 12volt Central Studios. Via social media over 100 posts from the SEMA Las Vegas venue were posted. #12volt_vnn2022 to check out action from the SEMA Show 2022.
This past week coverage from the PowerBass 2-week trip across the pond has been featured. PowerBass VP Erik Harbour traveled to the UK and is working with Carl Huntington to spend time with dealers on the continent. See @12voltnews on Instagram and Facebook.
News from across the pond will continue from the METSTRADE in Amsterdam from November 15-17. The METSTRADE is the world’s largest trade exhibition of marine equipment and materials for marine professionals. CelsusUK, KICKER’s Marine Distributor in Europe, will have a booth. David Glasgow, Chet Weddle and Aziz Masti from KICKER’s Stillwater OK HQ are joining Mark Baker with the Celsus UK team on site.
Reikken, PRV Audio and Jensen are 3 examples of vendors set up at the SSR Distributors Show Sunday Nov 13th.
Yesterday, Sunday November 13th, the 12volt Central Studios made numerous posts from the SSR Distributors Show in Houston. Nearly 30 exhibitors were in the house with industry representatives from both coasts traveling to Houston to present their products to dealers from across the territory SSR covers. There will be much more to come from the SSR Houston Show.
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SHREVEPORT LA (11.12.22) WTF…Win This Friday. No Doubt Window Tint won the KICKER prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 204 on Friday morning, November 11th.
The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. The weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is now spinning in Year 4.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 204th time on Friday morning November 11th. The Wheel landed on the KICKER space and the No Doubt Window Tint slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the wheel spin was also posted.
We reached out on the phone to No Doubt Window Film. They had seen the Instagram post and replied with a message on their Instagram as we received a smily face reply but have not spoken with them. Look forward to congratulating them and getting the ball rolling on their KICKER prize.
Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.
12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, AIS, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, JBL, RDV Automotive, Kenwood, JVC, USASpec, Nakamichi and Maximum Power. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a winning 12volt retailer.
Past winners of the 12volt Spin-To-Win include…Stereo & Video Center-Tyler TX, The Outlaw Garage-Franklin TN, Exotic Sounds-West Palm Beach FL, Endless Possibilities-Aurora IL., Go Auto Sound in Union City NJ, Al&Ed’s South Bay CA, No Limitz Car Audio in Upland CA, Neil’s Specialty-Eureka CA, Sturgess Customs-Lexington SC, Audio By Art-San Antonio TX, SMS Car Audio in Marreo LA and Sweet Wheelz in Mississauga Ontario Canada, Cartronics in Biscayne FL, The CarAudio Shop in St Louis MO, Exotic Sounds in West Palm Beach FL, High North Customs in Grand Prairie Alberta Canada and AMS Audio in Bakersfield CA, Team QRT in Abbeyville LA and California Sound in Fontana CA and Jackie Cooper Electronics, Oklahoma City OK, MARS Audio-Orlando FL, All American Audio in Nutley NJ, Proline Car Stereo in Brooklyn NY, Custom Shop Miami, Tunes and Tint in Lakeland FL, Mobile Concepts Inc in Mokena IL, Seismic Auto Sound in Concord CA, Brooklyn Car Audio in Brooklyn NY, Audio Solutions in Florence MS, Enhanced Customs in Largo FL, Rayco Auto Clinic, Audio Design in San Jose CA, Go Bass Mode in Florida, Avenue Sound in Freeport NY, Audio Plus in Riverview FL, Stereo Zone in Whittier CA, In-Phase Car Audio in Omaha NE, AutoLife Group, N&H Electronics, SK Customs, Land & Sea, The Audio One, NC Custom Shop,Tint World Orlando, Ricky Smith’s Audio, VIP Custom Woks, Mobile Audio Concepts, Audio Lad, Sound Sensations, Dave’s Stereo, Stereo Design, Badlands Customs, Custom Audio-Erie PA, Voltz Autosports-Bridgeport CT, Infinity Sound and Security-Kissimmee, Autosport Plus-Canton OH, Stereo City Pros in Carmichael CA, Devine Concepts in Naples FL, The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC, Extreme Performance Audio in Fresno CA, Audio Depot in Arlington TX, Audio Security in Houston TX, Earmark Car Audio and Marine in Lewisville TX, Audio Jam in Bear DE, Stereo City Ontario, Ontario CA, Audio By Art, San Antonio TX, Code Zero Customs in Tulsa OK, Ken’s Car Tunes in Mobile AL, Soundz Plus in Naperville IL, Markland Designs in Lithonia GA, Electronics Plus in Salinas CA, Xtreme Autosports in Santa Clarita CA, Superior Audio Sounds in San Angelo TX, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Texas Dreamz Customs in Spring TX, Wired Electronics in Linden NJ and Intense Car Audio in OKC, OK, Underground Auto in Sarasota FL, Car Toys Tulsa in Tulsa OK, Real Audio in Erie PA, Go Autosound in Union NJ, DFM Stereo in Ukiah CA, Impact Tint and Audio in Tyler TX, Mobile Sound Systems in Arlington TX, Redline Audio and Performance In Spindale NC, Car Audio Land in San Diego CA, Audio X Custom Car Audio in Florence AL, River Oaks Car Stereo in Houston TX, American Radio Orlando in Sanford FL, Illustrious Customs in Woodbridge VA, Remote Start Pros in Lawrence MA, HiPro Audio in Victoria TX, AudioPlanetNY in Huntington Station NY, Endless Possibilities in Aurora IL, Audio Finesse in Santa Monica, Drive Customs in San Luis Obispo CA, Custom Works, Noblesville IN, AtoZ Detail in West Haven CT, Cars 843 in Charleston SC, CarTunes Atlanta in Atlanta GA, Mobile Concepts in Garwood NJ, Duke’s Car Stereo in Flint MI, Infinity Auto Sound, King Car Audio in Norwalk CT, PopTronics in Baltimore MD, Sanford Sound in Sanford ME, Angelvip2474 in Draper UT, Dynamic Car Audio in Baltimore MD, Hi-Pro Audio in Victoria TX, Car Stereo Max in Houston, Pro Audio Center in Richland MS, Rhodes Off-Roads in Farmington MO, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Class A Sounds in Athens OH. 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WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, November 11th.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA (11.11.22) – Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has announced the relocation of its Mountain View location.
Under owners Abdelrahim Afaghani and Sultan Alafghani, the new updated Tint World Mountain View provides the Santa Clara area with premier automotive aftermarket accessories and styling and window-tinting services. The new location enhances Tint World’s industry-leading service and customer experience.
Lighting and security products are spotlighted in separate displays as well as protective body film.
“With our new location, we’re equipped to meet the evolving needs of drivers throughout our northern California service area,” Afaghani said. “This space provides a great environment for customers to experience Tint World’s premium automotive styling products and empowers us to deliver the industry-leading service on which Tint World has built its continuing success.”
The new Mountain View location has a very impressive showroom filled with displays.
Tint World Mountain View is located at 2185 Old Middlefield Way, Mountain View, California 94043. To book an appointment, request a quote, or find out more about what the store offers, call (408) 610-3810 or visit tintworld.com/locations/ca/mountain-view-057/.
“Abdelrahim and Sultan have demonstrated a true commitment to Tint World’s proven franchise systems and to the customers in their service area,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “Their team reflects the passion and dedication that have made this company an authentic franchise success story.”
LAS VEGAS, NV (11.10.22) – The SEMA week kicked off Monday, October 31 for Nakamichi with a National Sales Meeting attended by over 30 people at Gordon Biersch restaurant and brewery just down the road from the Convention Center.
Sheamson Yeo, Sales Director for Nakamichi Car Audio, kicked off the National Sales Meeting with a product overview before the busy week started.
The new Nakamichi NA-3625-WUX was showcased at SEMA and is Nakamichi‘s first floating face receiver.
A brewery tour, dinner and a 2023 product overview were part of the festivities. The product overview as presented by Sheamson Yeo, Sales Director for Nakamichi Car Audio who flew in from Singapore for the event. A significant amount of time was devoted to company’s new NA3625 Series wireless CarPlay/Android Auto models. The new receivers were a major focus of the meeting; the NA3625-W6 (6.8-inch double DIN) and NA3625-WUX (10.1-inch floating screen) both scheduled for delivery in late Q4 feature a MAP of $359.95 and $529.95 respectively.
Alan Wojtas Associates received the Nakamichi Sales Rep of the Year Award.
The new Nakamichi NA3625-W6 wireless CarPlay/Android Auto double DIN receiver as seen in the New Product Showcase at SEMA 2022.
Also during the meeting, Alan Wojtas was awarded the Sales Rep of the Year for achieving the best overall sales in 2022.
On the Convention Center floor the Nakamichi booth in the North Hall was busy for all four days, beginning Tuesday through the shows conclusion on Friday. New receivers and DSP categories created the most excitement among dealers.
For more information on the new Nakamichi product introductions contact Robin McNeal: robin@usa-nakamichi.com
LONG BEACH, CA (11.09.22) – JVC Mobile Entertainment (www.us.jvc.com/car) in conjunction with the Elite Distributor Alliance (EDA) held its 1st-ever “Hot Shots” sales training seminar October 21st-23rd at the Hilton Doubletree Conference Center in Downtown Orlando. Attendees were greeted by JVC staff, Jim Warren (Elite Distributor Alliance), Matt Yerger (iDatalink), plus special guests Dean Beyett & Fernando Lopez (5 Star).
Ron Trout, National Sales Manager, welcomes EDA Sales Staff to the first-ever JVC Hot Shots Training.
Early Saturday morning after a catered breakfast buffet, attendees experienced a full-product presentation by JVC Product Specialists Josh Bowen and Marcus Vasconcellos, followed up by iDatalink’s Yerger focussing on JVC’s exclusive iDatalink Maestro features along with what’s new and coming soon. During the afternoon, attendees encountered the full JVC culture with interactive product demonstrations, motorsport amplifier selling techniques by the 5 Star duo, a behind-the-scenes look at upcoming products, and a round table discussion with JVC product development personnel.
Jim Warren, Executive Director of EDA, describing the relationship of EDA and JVC as the event began.
But the fun didn’t stop there. After dinner, the surprise entertainment was about to begin. Attendees walked through the doors in suspense to upbeat music, only to witness several chairs set up in front of the stage. A few minutes later, “The Incredible Hypnotist” Richard Barker appeared and the audience went wild. The next hour was described by guests as one of the most hilarious and memorable experiences of a lifetime.
Matt Yerger focused on JVC’s exclusive iDatalink Maestro features along with what was to come soon.
‘The Incredible Hypnotist’ Richard Barker took EDA Hot Shots on a most hilarious and memorable experience.
On Sunday, Warren shared how JVC is committed to “aligning with its innovators” to provide greater “stability and growth” to its members. Steve Cote (JVC Eastern Regional Sales Manager), then shared his “Hot Shot” selling techniques, followed up by Trout driving home the entire 3-day experience with conviction.
“The journey embarked upon was unprecedented,” stated Ron Trout, JVC Director of Sales. “The combined level of knowledge and expertise by our hosts in conjunction with the commitment and aptitude of our salesperson attendees was truly remarkable.” Guests were polled and provided overwhelmingly positive feedback, proclaiming it “A GRAND SLAM,” along with the inevitable question, “when will there be a Hot Shots Part Deux?”
‘The Incredible Hypnotist’ Richard Barker took EDA Hot Shots on a most hilarious and memorable experience.
MESA, AZ (11.08.22) – MSC, the North American distributor for high end car audio brands such as Brax, Helix and Match hosted 15 highly dedicated industry professionals, representing 12 companies from five different states for a two day training that has been called “just amazing” by those in attendance. Kicking off day one with a call to action from company president Larry Penn, compelling attendees to imagine what is achievable by putting in just one more degree of effort, the primary objective of this event was to encourage dealers to think differently.
Larry Penn addressing the group to kick off the ‘DSP Live and Replugged’ event.
Following an MSC catered lunch break, industry veterans and newcomers alike were educated on the proprietary time saving, problem solving and results producing features of the Audiotec Fischer DSP PC Tool software by Chris Van Ry. After learning about tools such as Tune EQ, Input Signal Analyzer and Virtual Channel Processing, each person was able to hear the effects of equalization choices, crossover differences and time alignment in real time via a DSP/Laptop setup.
Attendees work to ‘tune’ their systems.
“I had never used DSP PC Tool before, but the instructor made it so easy to understand that I left knowing how to tune a car!” said Juan Castillo from J’s Tint in Dallas, TX before adding “I have been to many other trainings, but none have been as well thought out. All I had to do was get there and MSC took care of everything else!” Consistent with the theme of the event and the MSC slogan “Different. Better. Together.” All attendees and MSC staff shared a meal, some drinks and some laughs at a local Brazilian steakhouse to end the day.
On day two, the group was encouraged to “Cross the Line” to achieve better results and more success through use of the company’s smart system designs, efficient Tuning For Profit step-by-step process for DSP tuning and the innovative, engineered audio packages that are Systems by MSC. Finally, each attendee was able to experience the end result of all that they had learned, by auditioning the two on site demo vehicles equipped with products from the MSC family of brands.
A group shot of the attendees at the 2-Day MSC training event in Mesa AZ.
“I was so impressed by the sound of the F-150! Other DSP/amplifiers I have used always left me wanting more power.” Chris Foster of Handcrafted had to say about the 2021 Ford F-150 whose factory B&O Unleashed system was truly “Unchained” with the DSP technology and sound quality of Audiotec Fischer and BLAM products.
With the increasing complexity of OEM audio and infotainment systems as well as the resurging demand for high quality sound, trainings like these are a necessity. With the next event being planned for early in the first quarter of 2023, anybody who is interested in attending is encouraged to contact their MSC sales rep or the main office at 480-372-2929.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (11.07.22) – SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) announces a five-year vision to expand the SEMA Show into an “all-city” experience. Officially called SEMA Week, the expansion’s goal is to create the most passionate and exciting automotive event in the world. SEMA Week will kick off in 2023 with new concepts, activities, and events introduced over the five-year roll-out period.
SEMA Week will be headlined by the SEMA Show, which will remain a trade-only event Monday through Friday. On Friday, the final day of the SEMA Show, a limited number of enthusiasts will be able to attend the SEMA Show through the Friday Experience program, which launched at the 2021 SEMA Show. Beginning on Friday evening of SEMA Week, SEMA will take over the Las Vegas Festival Grounds through Saturday night with an all-new SEMA Fest.
“We have been watching the connection between enthusiasts and our industry grow for more than a decade and, as the industry’s trade association, have a responsibility to help facilitate that connection in new and meaningful ways,” said James Lawrence, SEMA Chairman of the Board. “By creating SEMA Week and SEMA Fest, we will be able to maintain the integrity of the trade show that makes it a must-attend event for automotive professionals while introducing a new platform for enthusiasts and the industry to engage with one another.”
For 2023, SEMA Fest will take place at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds and be open to everyone, bringing together automotive enthusiasts with the aftermarket industry in a high-octane and immersive festival-like celebration of car culture. SEMA Fest will feature top music and entertainment, car show and cruise, VIP experiences, craft food, automotive celebrities, and motorsports. It will run alongside the popular SEMA Ignited Cruise and SEMA Show after-party, which draws thousands of enthusiasts on Friday night.
SEMA Week is also scheduled to include a SEMA Auction, featuring some of the best builds from SEMA and many more amazing vehicles to headline the festivities. SEMA will continue to expand and refine SEMA Week over the next five years, rolling out new events and activities throughout the city of Las Vegas. The evolution of SEMA Week preserves the trade aspects of the industry and business components of the SEMA Show, while enabling enthusiasts from all over to join in the festivities and enjoy car culture-focused events throughout the SEMA Week experience.
Additional details for the 2023 SEMA Show, SEMA Week, and SEMA Fest will be announced in the coming months.
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