Watch SEMA Hall of Fame

2015
1 Season

The SEMA Hall of Fame is a unique series that takes viewers into the world of the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and introduces them to some of the most legendary figures of the automotive industry. These are the people who have made significant contributions to the automotive aftermarket and who have helped shape the industry as we know it today.

Each episode of the show features interviews with one or more inductees to the SEMA Hall of Fame. These are individuals who have dedicated their lives to the automotive industry and have left their mark through innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship.

The SEMA Hall of Fame was established in 1969 to honor those who have made significant contributions to the industry. Inductees are nominated by their peers and are selected based on their achievements, contributions, and influence on the industry.

Through the interviews, viewers get to learn about the struggles and triumphs of these iconic figures as they share their personal journeys and the impact they have had on the automotive industry. They also get a glimpse into the future of the industry as these inductees share their insights and predictions for what's to come.

The interviews are conducted by a team of seasoned journalists and industry experts who are passionate about the automotive industry. They ask thought-provoking questions and encourage the inductees to share their personal stories and experiences.

One of the unique features of the show is that it is not just about cars and trucks. While the automotive industry is the common thread that binds all the inductees, their stories are diverse and fascinating. Viewers get to learn about the history of the industry, the challenges that have been faced, and the innovations that have advanced the industry.

Throughout the series, viewers are also treated to some stunning footage of classic cars and trucks, as well as new innovations, hot concepts, and the latest trends in the industry. This is a show that will appeal to anyone with a passion for cars and trucks and an interest in the history and evolution of the automotive industry.

Overall, the SEMA Hall of Fame is a must-watch series for anyone interested in the automotive industry. Featuring exclusive interviews with the most iconic figures in the industry, this series offers a unique perspective on the history, challenges, and innovations that have shaped the industry as we know it today.

SEMA Hall of Fame is a series that ran for 1 seasons (14 episodes) between January 1, 2015 and on Motor Trend OnDemand

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Seasons

20. George Barris - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

George Barris is best known for creating the Batmobile, but the world-famous, self-taught car customizer contributed to the industry in many other ways. Find out more about this SEMA Hall of Fame member.

19. Eric Grant - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

Eric Grant, who was SEMA's very first executive director, was had a huge impact on the industry. He was involved with helping the industry navigate various government regulations and was instrumental in changing the SEMA name to the Specialty Equipment Market Association. He was inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame in 2013.

17. Cork Coker - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

Corky Coker entered the industry working for the family business. The SEMA Hall of Famer has gone on to be one of the most recognized faces in the industry, with his signature mustache and personality to match.

11. Bill France Sr. - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

Ken Clapp recounts the early days of racing, as he shares personal stories about Bill France Sr., co-founder of NASCAR and SEMA Hall of Fame member.

10. Ben "Nighthorse" Campbell - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

Ben €œNighthorse€ Campbell served in the U.S. House of Representatives, served in the U.S. Air Force in Korea and eventually joined the SEMA Hall of Fame in 2008. Watch as he shares stories about his mentors and growing up in the California car culture in the €™50s.

9. Art Chrisman - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

Art Chrisman attended his first drag race in 1951, and eventually raced at Bonneville, becoming the first to do 180-mph quarter-mile and being inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame in 2011. In this video, Chrisman recalls his early days racing and building cars.

8. Henry "Smokey: Yunick - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

Henry €œSmokey€ Yunick, who entered the SEMA Hall of Fame in 2009, began his love affair with engines when he built his own tractor on the farm that he grew up on. This passion eventually turned into a love of racing and the creation of many innovations.

7. Jim Deist - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

As a SEMA Hall of Fame member, Jim Deist knows what it takes to succeed and advises the younger generation to dedicate their lives to hard work, and develop the drive needed to succeed in the automotive business. Deist, who was inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame in 1984, is also a Bonneville 200 MPG Club honoree.

6. Burke Lesage - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

SEMA Hall of Fame member Burke LeSage reflects on meeting Wally Parks at the age of 14, and why he believes the automotive industry embodies the American Spirit and the capacity for freedom.

5. Bob Airheart - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

SEMA Hall of Fame Bob Airheart, who was inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame in 1980, talks about the types of people who are attracted to the automotive industry and how colleagues have become like family.

4. Wade Kawasaki - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

As an active industry leader, SEMA Hall of Fame member Wade Kawasaki shares what the SEMA Person of the Year Award means to him and recounts his accomplishments with SEMA, and his experience with the Young Executives Network (YEN).

3. Chuck Blum - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

Chuck Blum, former SEMA president and SEMA Hall of Fame member, tells of the strength of the specialty-equipment industry and how aftermarket parts are ultimately something consumers want to have-not need to have.

2. Alex Xydias - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

Inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame in 1982, Alex Xydias reflects on the industry and its origins, back to the days when SEMA stood for the Speed Equipment Manufacturers Association.

1. Ed Iskenderian - SEMA Hall of Fame

January 1, 2015

Referred to by many as €œCamfather,€ Ed Iskenderian was inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame in 1978. In this video, he speaks about the early days of hot rods and racing in the desert, and how he created Isky Racing Cams.

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Where to Watch SEMA Hall of Fame

SEMA Hall of Fame is available for streaming on the Motor Trend OnDemand website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch SEMA Hall of Fame on demand at Amazon Prime and Hulu.