SEMA and PRI traveled to West Virginia to take part in the state's Motorsports and Adventure Travel Days on March 28-29, an annual event to educate policymakers, spark ideas and fuel discussions on expanding motorsports and adventure travel across the state.

More than 20 businesses showcased West Virginia's diverse motorsports landscape, highlighting its economic contributions and growing influence. From grassroots racing to off-road-adventure tourism, the industry brings more than $1.33 billion in economic output to the state and more than 5,300 jobs.

A SEMA and PRI delegation traveled to West Virginia for the state's annual Motorsports and Adventure Travel Days, pictured above (left to right): West Virginia. Delegate Gary Howell; Tom Deery, PRI; Tierra Hubbard, SEMA and PRI; Christian Robinson, SEMA and PRI; Jedediah Smith, Backroads of Appalachia; Greg Haas, Summit Point Motorsports Park; Tom Zielinksi, Z Performance; Maria Whatley, Chaos Off Road; AK Whatley, Chaos Off Road; West Virginia. State Del. Wayne Clark.

"Motorsports and Adventure Travel Days is an incredible opportunity for SEMA and PRI to increase industry awareness," said Christian Robinson, SEMA's senior director of state government affairs. "It allows us to build relationships with key industry players. When we bring together a strong coalition of businesses and advocates, legislators see firsthand the vast reach of motorsports and the communities it impacts across West Virginia."

With momentum building, the future of motorsports in West Virginia is looking brighter than ever. Events like these ensure the industry remains on the fast track to success, driven by collaboration, innovation and advocacy.

Photos by Perry Bennet, courtesy of West Virginia Legislature