QA1 Brands Win Multiple Awards at the 2025 SEMA Show
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QA1 Brands made a powerful showing at the 2025 SEMA Show; bringing home multiple awards that celebrate innovation, craftsmanship, and leadership across the performance aftermarket.
From groundbreaking suspension systems to industry-leading data excellence, these recognitions highlight how QA1 Brands continue to drive the future of performance.
QA1 Wins a SEMA Media’s Choice Award
QA1’s complete suspension system for the 1999–2006 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra earned a SEMA Media’s Choice Award, chosen by top editors from across the automotive industry.
Revamped for 2025, SEMA’s Media Choice program featured more than 20 editors from leading enthusiast, consumer, and trade publications. Each selected three standout products from the New Products Showcase that they believed would resonate most with their readers.
QA1’s ’99–’06 Silverado and Sierra Suspension System was handpicked by Nicole and Chris Hamilton of Engaged Media, and recently featured in Street Trucks Magazine, for its ability to bring modern performance to a classic generation of trucks.
QA1 Earns 2025 SEMA Data Excellence Award – Gold Brand
QA1 was also recognized with the 2025 SEMA Data Excellence Award, achieving Gold Brand status for our commitment to accurate, high-quality product data.
"I'm incredibly proud of our Marketing team for raising the bar on our product content and capturing superior images that build brand trust. Just as importantly, our Data team meticulously packages it all, making it seamless for our valued channel partners to consume," explained Jesse Cowles, Director of Product Management. "This powerful combination of world-class content and clean data delivery is what empowers our partners and drives our collective success."
The SEMA Data Excellence program honors manufacturers that provide complete, validated, and reliable information to resellers in the SEMA Data network, which ensures customers experience seamless online and in-store shopping.
“High-quality, validated product data is essential for providing customers with a seamless shopping experience,” said Gigi Ho, SEMA Vice President of Technology, Data, and Strategic Initiatives. “When manufacturers deliver complete and accurate information, it minimizes errors, streamlines operations, and helps resellers serve customers faster and more effectively.”
Learn more about the 2025 SEMA Data Excellence Awards.
Kasey Saltness Named to SEMA Visionary 8
QA1’s Kasey Saltness was named one of just eight industry professionals to receive the 2025 SEMA Visionary 8 Award, recognizing emerging leaders who are shaping the future of the automotive aftermarket through innovation, leadership, and passion.
Kasey has redefined QA1’s digital presence through genuine storytelling and innovative engagement that bring the brand closer to enthusiasts everywhere.
From building meaningful partnerships to leading standout event activations across the country, she continues to shape how QA1 connects with those who share a passion for cars and performance.
Her creativity, strategic vision, and commitment to community keep elevating QA1’s presence and strengthening our bond with those who live to #goDRIVEit.
Detroit Speed Wins SEMA Best New Street Performance Product for Fox Body SLA
This system impressed judges with its modern geometry, precise engineering, and ability to transform one of the most iconic American performance platforms.
Ford Muscle described the kit as, "more than a handling upgrade; it's a complete modernization of the Fox front suspension."
Check out the full Detroit Speed recap of the 2025 SEMA Show.
Speedtech Performance Dominates Optima Ultimate Street Car Challenge
Speedtech Performance closed out a strong year by sweeping the GTV Class podium in the Optima Ultimate Street Car Challenge, with STP-sponsored drivers finishing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd overall.
Optima GTV Class Results:
- Chris Smith #1 (champ) - center
- Nick Relampagos #2 - left
- Jason Smith #3 - right
Meanwhile, Hondo Miller, piloting his 1970 Blazer, earned an impressive 2nd Place finish in the GTT (Truck) class.
These achievements underscore Speedtech’s engineering excellence and the real-world performance of our chassis and suspension systems under the most demanding conditions.
"At QA1 Brands, we are proud to see our engineering excellence and commitment to performance validated on the track by such talented competitors. This achievement underscores the strength, precision, and innovation embedded in every Speedtech chassis," said Ryan Gebhardt, VP of Sales and Marketing, QA1 Brands.Learn more about these wins in Speedtech's recent article: Speedtech Performance Dominates Optima USCA Invitationals
Looking Ahead
From groundbreaking engineering to data excellence and visionary leadership, the 2025 SEMA Show showcased what drives QA1 Brands: innovation, precision, and passion for performance. We’re proud to celebrate our teams, partners, and customers who continue to push what’s possible... on the road, on the track, and in the industry.
FAQs
What are the SEMA Awards?
The SEMA Awards honor companies and products that demonstrate innovation, quality, and impact across the automotive aftermarket. Categories range from new product design and data excellence to leadership and media recognition
What is the SEMA Data Excellence Award?
The SEMA Data Excellence Award recognizes manufacturers that provide complete, accurate, and validated product data through the SEMA Data network. This ensures resellers and retailers can easily share accurate information with customers both online and in-store.
Who are the SEMA Visionary 8?
The Visionary 8 celebrates emerging leaders under 35-years-old who are shaping the future of the automotive industry. These honorees are selected for their innovation, leadership, and positive influence within their organizations and the aftermarket community.
What is the SEMA Media’s Choice Award?
New this year, the Media’s Choice Award is selected by top editors from enthusiast and trade publications who review new products at the SEMA Show. Each editor chooses three standout products they believe will best resonate with their readers.
Who are QA1 Brands?
QA1 Brands is a family of performance companies dedicated to engineering high-quality, American-made suspension and chassis systems. The brands include QA1, Detroit Speed, Speedtech Performance, and Proforged — each known for innovation, craftsmanship, and a passion for driving performance.
Together, QA1 Brands delivers complete solutions for enthusiasts across the industry, from modern trucks and classic muscle cars to Pro Touring builds and race-ready vehicles.
