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The annual Specialty Equipment Market Association, or more commonly known as SEMA, is widely regarded as the one of the world’s largest automotive trade show that attracts more than 2400 car manufacturers and aftermarket parts suppliers from around the world.

Held over four days in the first week of November at the Las Vegas Convention Centre, SEMA is a confluence of nearly every facet of the automotive world, showcasing wild hotrod projects, customised 4×4 big rigs, highly-tuned performance cars, and the latest in electronic gadgets.

With such a wide variety of specialties and genres, the number of aftermarket products featured at SEMA usually number in the thousands with just about any aftermarket automotive product imaginable.

Being a trade-show, SEMA is not open to the public. Instead attendees are required to register themselves as a buyer, exhibitor or media before the show. Official site: https://www.semashow.com

News

2025 MGU9 ute: Three-variant line-up confirmed for Australia and New Zealand

Explore, Explore X and Explore Pro revealed, beginning from $55,000, as brand targets dual-purpose market.

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Cupra’s ‘Batmobile-like’ Tindaya concept revealed as brand’s boldest SUV yet

Flagship electrified model previews future design, tech and powertrains with dramatic styling and range-extender hybrid capability.

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Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology revealed as electric version of brand’s best seller

Mercedes has unveiled the electric version of its best-selling car with a one square metre touchscreen, a new AI-powered ‘superbrain’ and up to 713km of range.

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Polestar 5 revealed: Swedish brand unveils flagship Grand Tourer

Four-door electric performance GT brings Precept concept to production with advanced tech, sustainable design and up to 650kW of power.

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Audi launches Q6 Sportback e-tron in Australia

New electric SUV line-up adds coupe styling, fast charging and performance SQ6 flagship.

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2026 Nissan Qashqai: Next model will be e-POWER only in Australia

Next generation SUV will feature upgraded hybrid system with Australian-made components.

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Major numberplate change coming for thousands of drivers

The move aims to boost safety for emergency services and make compliance easier for drivers.

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The end of potholes? Monash engineers develop clever way to better map road damage

Crowdsourced data could give authorities a cheaper, faster way to detect potholes and manage road maintenance.

Jaguar Land Rover driving
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Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack halts global operations; recovery could take weeks

Production and dealerships disrupted as hacker group claims responsibility, with recovery of systems potentially weeks away.

Features

Ford Mustang Dark Horse’s mission: Sydney to Hobart in 24 hours

Could you get from Sydney to Australia’s southernmost capital city in 24 hours? It’s not as easy as it looks given that 10 of those hours are on board a ferry. We try it with Ford’s muscle car of the moment, the Mustang Dark Horse.

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Mercedes-AMG unveils GT2 Edition W16 as ultimate track weapon

Exclusive limited edition packs more power than GT3 racers and debuts push-to-pass boost.

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BMW iX3 launches Neue Klasse Era with 800km range and radical tech

All-new SUV debuts sixth-generation eDrive, 400kW charging and digital “superbrains” ahead of 2026 Australian arrival.

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Volvo launches EX30 Cross Country small SUV in Australia

Rugged small SUV adds all-terrain features and outdoor-focused design to the brand’s electric line-up.

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2026 Genesis G80: New line-up revealed with all-black flagship

Refreshed sedan range introduces Signature naming, three variants and a monochromatic design-led G80 Black.

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Volkswagen confirms ID. Polo as electric successor to iconic supermini

Affordable EV to launch in 2026 with new platform, two battery sizes and hot hatch GTI variant.

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Porsche Cayenne EV to debut with ground-breaking wireless battery charging

Flagship electric SUV set for Munich reveal, introducing inductive charging alongside new styling and performance options.

Reviews

2025 Peugeot 5008 review: Stylish seven-seater brings class to the large SUV segment

Peugeot has likely fallen off the radar for many Australian buyers but the 5008 large SUV may remedy that.

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2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty: Rigorous water testing shows off its wading ability

Engineers validate 850mm wading depth with lab and real-world testing, including 27 crossings of Victoria’s Crooked River.

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Mercedes-Benz marks 30 years of Sprinter with limited anniversary edition

Only a limited number of the special model will be available online for Australian customers.

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Aussie state’s drivers face $1000 fines as new road safety cameras switch to enforcement

Mobile phone and seatbelt breaches to attract hefty penalties from October 8.

Comparisons

Ford Ranger Super Duty vs Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series: Spec Battle 

Ford’s Ranger Super Duty takes aim at Toyota’s long-serving LandCruiser 70-Series, promising greater towing capacity and modern features while challenging the LC70’s rugged, no-frills appeal.

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2026 Toyota RAV4: Aussie model line-up for much anticipated SUV confirmed

Sixth-generation SUV to add GR Sport flagship, PHEV powertrain and upgraded safety technology.

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VFACTS August 2025: Vehicle sales hit 100,000 as Chinese brands break into Top 10

BYD, GWM, MG and Chery among Australia’s leading marques, with SUVs maintaining dominance across the market.

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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 e: Mid-size SUV expands the three-pointed star’s plug-in hybrid options

Mid-size SUV offers up to 132 km electric range, advanced tech features and customisable packages.