This year?s Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas drew record crowds and stirred up a buzz throughout the industry and among car-lovers, as only outlandish accessories and custom vehicle builds can. While I didn?t have the pleasure of going out west for SEMA 2019, my colleague Greg Kopf, CARiD?s Brand Ambassador, visited the show with some members of our team to take in the sites and record some awesome video content.

Naturally, I was dying to hear about the show. As soon as Greg returned, I caught up with him on the biggest trends and where the industry is headed in general.

Takeaway #1: SEMA 2019 Doubles Down On Electrification

With increased consumer focus placed on sustainable products and devices, it?s not surprising that the car industry is in the midst of a serious electrification movement. According to Greg, at this year?s SEMA, it was clear that both the aftermarket and OE manufacturers have noted the inevitability of electric power. 
Of course, it?s still SEMA, so things are always exciting and powerful! Electric motors at this show are more about their performance capabilities than about their low carbon footprint. But the move toward electric power, even in the form of flashy concepts, is overall a step forward for the industry that we can expect to continue seeing at shows for years to come.

The Ford Mustang Lithium was a hit at SEMA 2019. Photo: Ford Motor Company.

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