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SEMA IAS 2005
Atlantic City Convention Center , May 20-22, 2005 |
 Photography:
Eric Tong & Jason Woan
We travel to the opposite end of the US to experience the SEMA International Auto Salon 2005 in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
"SEMA introduced the International Auto Salon in Los Angeles in 1998, when the sport-compact scene was just beginning. The show was launched to educate members about the growing market and to bring new buyers and opportunities to manufacturers. The market has since matured and evolved significantly. Whereas the early shows attracted new buyers, many of the buyers who attended IAS Los Angeles in 2004 also attended the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. In an effort to alleviate the burden of exhibiting or attending two shows that have grown to include similar audiences, the International Auto Salon in Los Angeles will be put on hiatus. Meanwhile, the sport-compact market on the east coast is booming. The Auto Salon held last year in Atlantic City was successful at bringing new buyers and opportunities to exhibitors. SEMA will continue to monitor the market to identify new opportunities for the industry. As the industry changes and grows, new programs and services will be introduced to help members increase business and succeed in the marketplace."
For more information please visit the SEMA IAS Official Site.
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