{"id":40340,"date":"2025-11-07T12:53:02","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T09:53:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/?p=40340"},"modified":"2025-11-13T11:10:52","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T08:10:52","slug":"sema-2025-journal-daily-highlights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/blog\/sema-2025-journal-daily-highlights.html","title":{"rendered":"SEMA 2025 Journal: Daily Highlights and Insights from the Show Floor"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/blog\/what-is-sema-show-your-ultimate-guide-to-the-worlds-biggest-automotive-trade-event.html\">SEMA Show<\/a> is officially underway, and the energy here in Las Vegas is unreal. You can hear the roar of engines before you even get through the doors \u2013 drift rides, burnout arena action, and big reveals happening all around. SPARQ and Hoonigan are turning up the heat this year, and it\u2019s clear SEMA\u2019s motorsports scene has never been bigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This show truly brings the industry together \u2013 more than 2,300 brands, 160,000 people from 140 countries, and 500 first-time exhibitors all packed into the Las Vegas Convention Center. It\u2019s an incredible reminder of how much innovation and collaboration drive the automotive world forward.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2>\n            <strong>Day 0 \u2013 November 3: We\u2019re All Set and Ready to Roll!<\/strong>    <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As for X-Cart, Day 1 was all about setup. Booth construction took a bit (as always), but we\u2019re now locked in and ready at&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expocad.com\/host\/fx\/sema\/sema25\/exfx.html?event=north&amp;zoomto=11223\">Booth #11223<\/a><\/strong>. 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144px\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\"color:#c9c8cd;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;line-height:17px;margin-bottom:0;margin-top:8px;overflow:hidden;padding:8px 0 7px;text-align:center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DQohPP6j5vq\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\"color:#c9c8cd;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;line-height:17px;text-decoration:none\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by X-Cart (@xcart)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n<h2>\n            Day 1 \u2013 November 4: Meeting Businesses and Building Partnerships    <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Coffee, fortune cookies, and plenty of conversations about new X-Cart technologies and tools kicked off our first day at SEMA. We had the chance to meet new business owners, exchange insights, and discuss future plans with long-time customers and partners.<\/p>\n\n\n                <link  rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/miniflat\/build\/css\/elements\/post\/youtube.css?var=1647510002\" \/>        <div class=\"gb-youtube\">\n                                        <div class=\"gb-youtube__preview js-only\">\n                    <button class=\"gb-youtube__preview-play\" aria-label=\"Play the video\" data-video-id=\"k2EaJBNBOdk\">\n                        <svg height=\"48\" viewBox=\"0 0 68 48\" width=\"68\" class=\"gb-youtube__preview-icon\">\n                            <path d=\"M66.52,7.74c-0.78-2.93-2.49-5.41-5.42-6.19C55.79,.13,34,0,34,0S12.21,.13,6.9,1.55 C3.97,2.33,2.27,4.81,1.48,7.74C0.06,13.05,0,24,0,24s0.06,10.95,1.48,16.26c0.78,2.93,2.49,5.41,5.42,6.19 C12.21,47.87,34,48,34,48s21.79-0.13,27.1-1.55c2.93-0.78,4.64-3.26,5.42-6.19C67.94,34.95,68,24,68,24S67.94,13.05,66.52,7.74z\" \/>\n                            <path d=\"M 45,24 27,14 27,34\" fill=\"#fff\" \/>\n                        <\/svg>\n                    <\/button>\n                                            <picture>\n                            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/k2EaJBNBOdk\/hqdefault.jpg 1x, https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/k2EaJBNBOdk\/maxresdefault.jpg 2x\" media=\"(max-width: 429px)\">\n                            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/k2EaJBNBOdk\/maxresdefault.jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 430px)\" \/>\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/k2EaJBNBOdk\/maxresdefault.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"gb-youtube__preview-img\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Preview\" \/>\n                        <\/picture>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <noscript>\n                    <iframe  frameborder class=\"gb-youtube__iframe\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/k2EaJBNBOdk\" allowfullscreen width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" loading=\"lazy\">It looks like your browser doesn&#8217;t support iframes \ud83d\ude41 Try watching this video directly on Youtube: <a href='https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=k2EaJBNBOdk' target='_blank'>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=k2EaJBNBOdk<\/a><\/iframe>                <\/noscript>\n                    <\/div>\n    \n\n\n<p>One highlight was catching up with our valued partners at <strong>Turn 14 Distribution<\/strong>, where we talked about the power of seamless integrations, making it easier for businesses to access data, streamline operations, and grow in the competitive auto parts eCommerce market. Meeting partners in person always brings valuable feedback and fresh ideas for how we can continue improving together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the show floor, <strong>ADAS integrations<\/strong> clearly stood out as a key trend. Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems are taking center stage this year, reflecting the industry\u2019s focus on safety, innovation, and evolving vehicle technologies. Exhibitors showcased solutions helping shops keep pace with modern vehicle platforms and customer expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And of course, it wouldn\u2019t be SEMA without <strong>incredible builds and head-turning cars<\/strong> \u2013 the perfect reminder of why we all love being part of this industry.<\/p>\n\n\n    <link  rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/miniflat\/build\/css\/elements\/post\/gallery.css?var=1643273158\" \/>            <div class=\"gb-gallery\" id=\"gallery-1\">\n                                                <figure class=\"gb-gallery__item\">\n                                                <div class=\"gb-gallery__image gb-img__figure-btn\" role=\"button\" data-fl-gallery=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/tempImageYY30kq.jpg\">\n                                <picture><source  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40406\/tempImageYY30kq-t650x250.webp 1x, 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srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40402\/tempImageyk3sOl-t350x300.jpg 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40402\/tempImageyk3sOl-t650x500.jpg 2x\" alt=\"SEMA Show hot builds\" class=\"gb-gallery__img\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/picture>                        <\/div>\n                                            <\/figure>\n                                    <\/div>\n                        <link  rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/miniflat\/build\/css\/lib\/featherlight-1.7.13.css?var=1640604438\" \/>    \n\n<h2>\n            Day 2 \u2013 November 5: Connecting with Customers and Exploring New Opportunities    <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though several customers wrote to say they couldn\u2019t make it to the SEMA Show this year due to the economic slowdown (which might explain the smaller turnout overall), we\u2019re still getting great face time with those who did.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jeff from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borgeson.com\/\">Borgeson<\/a> and Keith from <a href=\"http:\/\/truckoutfittersplus.com\/\">Truck Outfitters Plus<\/a> stopped by \u2013 Keith mentioned he was finally able to leave the store for a week without worrying about missing sales, which says a lot about how well his online operations are running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s been especially rewarding is seeing how surprised visitors are when they discover how detailed our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/automotive-product-data-management\">catalog import process<\/a> really is:&nbsp; from the ability to disable specific fields you don\u2019t want updated to adding brand IDs to SKUs and more. For many, that level of control is exactly what they\u2019ve been searching for.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"gb-img__figure-container\">\n        <figure class=\"gb-img__figure\">\n                                                                <div class=\"gb-img__figure-btn\" data-featherlight=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-raw.png\">\n                                            <picture><source  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p500.webp 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p760.webp 2x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p1140.webp 3x\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\" \/><source  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p500.jpg 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p760.jpg 2x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p1140.jpg 3x\" type=\"image\/jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\" \/><source  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p950.webp 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p1500.webp 2x\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width: 421px)\" \/><source  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p950.jpg 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p1500.jpg 2x\" type=\"image\/jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 421px)\" \/><img decoding=\"async\"  width=\"4928\" height=\"6560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p950.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p950.jpg 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40444\/IMG20251105115619-p1500.jpg 2x\" alt=\"Alex from X-Cart and Keith from Truck Outfitters Plus\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/picture>                                                <\/div>\n                                                        <figcaption class=\"gb-img__caption\">\n                    Real talk, real connections \u2013 Alex from X-Cart and Keith from Truck Outfitters Plus catching up at SEMA 2025.                <\/figcaption>\n                    <\/figure>\n    <\/div>\n                            <link  rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/miniflat\/build\/css\/lib\/featherlight-1.7.13.css?var=1640604438\" \/>        <link  rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/miniflat\/build\/css\/elements\/post\/gallery.css?var=1643273158\" \/>    \n\n<h2>\n            Day 3 \u2013 November 6: More Meetings, More Takeaways    <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve been catching up with great people at SEMA. One of them is Kyle from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.icionline.com\/\">ICI<\/a>, who stopped by \u2013 always great to see happy customers! They\u2019ve been in the truck accessories game since the mid-\u201990s, now working with over a thousand dealers nationwide. Along with their strong B2B presence, they\u2019ve built out their B2C side and even sell on Amazon.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"gb-img__figure-container\">\n        <figure class=\"gb-img__figure\">\n                            <picture><source  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p500.webp 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p760.webp 2x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p1140.webp 3x\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\" \/><source  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p500.jpg 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p760.jpg 2x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p1140.jpg 3x\" type=\"image\/jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\" \/><source  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p950.webp 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p1500.webp 2x\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width: 421px)\" \/><source  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p950.jpg 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p1500.jpg 2x\" type=\"image\/jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 421px)\" \/><img decoding=\"async\"  width=\"3072\" height=\"3072\" src=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p950.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p950.jpg 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40452\/IMG20251106103352-p1500.jpg 2x\" alt=\"Brad (X-Cart) and Kyle (ICI) in conversation at our SEMA booth\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/picture>                                        <figcaption class=\"gb-img__caption\">\n                    Brad (X-Cart) and Kyle (ICI) in conversation at our SEMA booth.                <\/figcaption>\n                    <\/figure>\n    <\/div>\n    \n\n\n<p>Another enjoyable part of SEMA is seeing what others in the industry are doing, exchanging ideas, connecting with automotive suppliers and manufacturers, and having genuine conversations about potential collaborations. Every year, those talks turn into new partnerships that help our clients grow and diversify their product lines.<br><br>And of course, no SEMA experience is complete without a few shots of the incredible cars that bring the show to life \u2013 we\u2019ve already shared some, and here are a few more to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n    <link  rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/miniflat\/build\/css\/elements\/post\/gallery.css?var=1643273158\" \/>            <div class=\"gb-gallery\" id=\"gallery-2\">\n                                                <figure class=\"gb-gallery__item\">\n                                                <div class=\"gb-gallery__image gb-img__figure-btn\" role=\"button\" data-fl-gallery=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1000017972.jpg\">\n                                <picture><source  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40454\/1000017972-t650x250.webp 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40454\/1000017972-t1100x360.webp 2x\" 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srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40458\/IMG_3451-t350x300.webp 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40458\/IMG_3451-t650x500.webp 2x\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width: 760px)\" \/><source  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40458\/IMG_3451-t350x300.jpg 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40458\/IMG_3451-t650x500.jpg 2x\" type=\"image\/jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 760px)\" \/><img decoding=\"async\"  width=\"5712\" height=\"4284\" src=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40458\/IMG_3451-t350x300.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40458\/IMG_3451-t350x300.jpg 1x, https:\/\/www.x-cart.com\/img\/40458\/IMG_3451-t650x500.jpg 2x\" alt=\"IMG_3451.jpg\" class=\"gb-gallery__img\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/picture>                        <\/div>\n                                            <\/figure>\n                                                                <figure class=\"gb-gallery__item\">\n                                                <div class=\"gb-gallery__image 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href=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/miniflat\/build\/css\/lib\/featherlight-1.7.13.css?var=1640604438\" \/>    \n\n<h2>\n            Day 4 \u2013 November 7: SEMA 2025 in Review    <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This year\u2019s show felt a bit slower than last year&#8217;s, maybe a sign of economic headwinds or just general industry fatigue. 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