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A 1972 Chevrolet Caprice in RR Phantom duds. At the Specialty Equipment Market Association show.

SEMA Preview: Funkmaster Flex Expedition Ford is once again tapping Funkmaster Flex’s customizing talents as part of a unique marketing relationship announced in May 2005. Already notorious for tuning celebrity rides, Flex will showcase his singular interpretation of the all-new 2007 Ford Expedition at the 2006 SEMA show. Flex’s Expedition delivers hardworking SUV authenticity with original urban style and presence. The concept is based off the redesigned 2007 Expedition which is bigger, bolder and better. Read "FunkMaster Flex Tunes Ford Expedition" @ World Car Fans

GM ACCESSORIES INTRODUCES NEW ELECTRICAL CREATURE COMFORTS AT SEMA THAT ENHANCE CUSTOMER ENTERTAINMENT, CONVENIENCE LAS VEGAS – GM Accessories will show off four new products at the Specialty Equipment Market Association show that will greatly improve the quality of in-vehicle entertainment, as well as provide a new level of convenience to owners of GM vehicles. An all-new dockable, portable rear-seat DVD system featuring an industry-leading, 10-inch screen will be demonstrated, as well as an all-new remote start system with enhanced range and a small key fob screen that allows drivers to monitor the system’s status and other important information such as tire pressure …

The 2006 STS-V, debuting in dealerships this month, is Cadillac’s most intense expression of performance and luxury. The 469-horsepower STS-V is the most powerful production Cadillac ever, delivering advanced performance technology with an added element of hand-crafted elegance. Expert craftsmen assemble each supercharged Northstar engine by hand from start to finish. The interior features hand-wrapped leather, olive ash burl wood and kinetic aluminum trim. Vehicle Highlights Under-5-second club for 0-to-60 time 4.4L supercharged, dual-overhead cam Northstar engine produces 469 horsepower (350 kw) at 6400 rpm and 439 lb.-ft. (595 Nm) of torque at 3800 rpm (SAE c…

GM @ SEMA Chevy HHR Panel SS Concept CHEVY HHR PANEL SS CONCEPT PREVIEWS LIMITED-EDITION PRODUCTION MODEL At the 2007 SEMA Show, Chevrolet revealed the HHR Panel SS – a customized vision that previews a forthcoming production model differing only slightly from the stylized SEMA concept. The Panel SS fuses the production HHR SS’s turbocharged powertrain and race track-bred suspension with the unique HHR Panel body style. “It was natural that our designers and engineers brought up the ‘what if’ question when it came to the HHR SS and the HHR Panel,” said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager. “They were given the nod to pursue it and we think the result is fun and ex…

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Kia has never offered a performance variant of the Forte sedan, tending to reserve that for the coupe and Forte5 hatchback. But that is changing as Kia has introduced the Forte GT sedan at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The transformation from a stock compact sedan to a sport compact begins under the hood. The 2.0L four-cylinder with 147 horsepower has been swapped for the turbocharged 1.6L four producing 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. This is the same engine found in the Kia Soul ! and Hyundai Elantra Sport. Transmissions include a six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch. Kia has also made some handling improvements with the GT trading the standard tor…

If you wanted to drop FCA's monstrous Hellcat supercharged V8 into a project vehicle of yours, you needed to go down to your local salvage yard to rip one out of a Charger or Challenger Hellcat that met a premature end. But that will be changing this week at the SEMA Show. Mopar has announced that it will be seeling a crate version of the Hellcat engine. There will also be a Mopar “Hellcrate” HEMI Engine Kit that includes the necessary items to make for an easier swap such as a wiring harness, powertrain control module. oxygen sensors, fuel pump control module, and other bits. An optional Front End Accessory Drive kit brings an alternator, power steering pump, …

The 2006 Cadillac XLR-V takes the already impressive performance and luxury of Cadillac’s striking roadster to a higher echelon. XLR-V is the quickest and most agile Cadillac ever, powered by the new, 4.4L version of the Northstar engine outfitted with a positive displacement intercooled supercharger. The 443-horsepower XLR-V will be built in limited quantities starting in early 2006, featuring interior and exterior styling enhancements expressing the elevated performance of Cadillac’s growing V-Series. Vehicle Highlights The Northstar V-8 SC (supercharged), which also powers the STS-V, produces 443 horsepower (330 kw) at 6400 rpm and 414 lb.-ft. (561 Nm) torque at…

SEMA Preview: Maaco Medusa Mustang It appears that the theme of this year's SEMA show in Las Vegas will be "Gratuitous Tuning," the time honored art of adding plastic body kits, big wheels, lethal sound systems and origami doors to our favorite cars just for the hell of it. The latest car we've found is the Maaco Medusa Mustang, a pimped out pony car that left the fine line between good taste and garishness in the dust as fast as its 550-horsepower, supercharged engine could take it. Read "Stare at your own risk: Maaco's Medusa Mustang" @ Autoblog

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If you thought that the 840 horsepower HEMI found under the Dodge Challenger Demon wasn't enough, then Mopar would like to introduce you to a new crate motor that made its debut yesterday at the SEMA Show. This is the "Hellephant", a 426 cubic inch HEMI V8 with a 3.0L twin-screw supercharger producing 1,000 horsepower and 950 pound-feet of torque on 93 octane pump gas. Muscle car fans will know 426 is an iconic number for Chrysler as the automaker offered this engine in 1964 for a number of models including the Dodge Dart and Plymouth Fury. It earned the nickname of "Elephant" due to its enormous size. About 11,000 of these engines would find a home a Chrysler product…

Interesting changes. The upper grilles remind me a bit of next-to-last gen, MCE Bonneville (I wish I had a pic to post to compare.) Check it.

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SEMA Preview: Antonov 2-Speed Supercharger Antonov, a European automotive technology company, is presenting its innovative 2-speed supercharger drive system at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show running Tuesday 31 October to Friday 3 November 2006 at the Las Vegas Convention Centre. Read "Antonov Presents 2 Speed Supercharger Technology at SEMA" @ World Car Fans

SEMA Preview: 3dCarbon Ford Fusion Read "Ford Encases The Fusion In A Darth Vader-esque 3dCarbon-ite Body Kit" @ Jalopnik

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Pickup personalization according to GM was a $40 billion market in 2020 during the height of the pandemic and GM is supporting the change to Life Style auto's with options, almost 200 to be exact at SEMA 2021. GM is showcasing the GMC HUMMER Truck and SUV at SEMA and has released these pictures showing the options that are available to go with the HUMMER EVs. Storage of the removable top is just one of the easy ways the FRUNK comes into use for the HUMMER Truck. Lifestyle is a way of life and 2020 showed that more and more people are escaping to the woods to have their own private space. GMC has an option for those that want a tent on the go without …

SEMA Preview: Ford SEMA Mustang It's the SEMA edition Mustang -- and atop the already slick performing GT -- Ford's kiddies strapped a Lycoming supercharger, some new headers and exhaust tips pulled right from Ford's Racing Performance Parts (NAMBLA) catalog -- all of which give this California special body kit-wearing, 18-inch black Bullit wheeled, Shelby rear-spoiler-sporting muscle car an extra few horses over the standard GT (FoMoCo folks on the scene were hesitant to give the exact number, but guesstimated it to be around 435). Read "Ford Gives The Mustang A Perfomance Treatment" @ Jalopnik

If we were to award the most outrageous concept from an OEM at SEMA 2018, then Honda would be walking away with it thanks to the Rugged Open Air Vehicle concept. You might be thinking this just a large side-by-side utility vehicle. Well, yes and no. While a number of parts are borrowed from Honda Powersports' Pioneer 1000 like the doors and steering wheel, the mechanicals are provided from the Ridgeline. This is evident when you look inside as the shape of the dash and instrument are the same. No word on what powers the Rugged Open Air Vehicle concept, but we would guess it is the 3.5L V6 from the Ridgeline with 280 horsepower. The interior boasts a set of seats f…

GM released only this single image of the unique Pontiac Solstice SD-290 Concept. The Solstice features a cover over the passenger compartment that evokes vintage single-seat racers of yore and even includes a new windscreen and separate review mirror mounted in the middle. It's likely powered by something that's green since it is the theme of many of the cars.

Ford has chosen the Las Vegas 2022 SEMA show to highlight 10 autos that will be personalized / customized to show off the extent that Ford has invested in new autos and the aftermarket business. Starting with strong customer interesting in Ford-backed accessories for the following vehicles. Bronco Bronco Sport Maverick F-150 F-150 Lighting Mustang Mach-e Ford has seen sales in accessories increase 40% over the last two years and this current year Ford says is coming on strong like the previous two years. To quote Ford Global Director Eric Cin, "We designed Ford vehicles to be easier to…

The HUMMER H3 Street is designed to appeal to urban buyers with an interest in a customized appearance, while delivering the brand’s trademark iconic bold design and unmatched off-road personality. The Street is powered by the same engine that powers the H3, the Vortec 3500 3.5L inline five-cylinder. The 3.5L generates 220 horsepower (164 kw) at 5600 rpm and 225 lb.-ft. of torque (305 Nm) at 2800 rpm. It also features an independent SLA torsion bar in front and a Hotchkiss design multi-leaf rear suspension like the H3, as well as electro-hydraulic power 4-wheel disc, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes. Vehicle Highlights Unique 18-inch aluminum “Street” chrome-plated wheel w…

SEMA: Honda Civic MUGEN Si Sedan LAS VEGAS 10/31/2006 -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., today revealed a prototype Civic MUGEN Si Sedan prepared by legendary Honda tuner MUGEN equipped with a high performance suspension, forged aluminum wheels, aerodynamic body styling and a sport exhaust system at the 2006 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show. Planned for production in a limited quantity of 500 units a year, the Civic MUGEN Si will be available at U.S. Honda dealers starting in spring 2007 with a manufacturer's suggested retail price of less than $30,000 and a full factory warranty. "Enthusiasts have equated the name MUGEN with JDM Honda perf…

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2006 SEMA Preview: Nissan Versa Nissan is targeting the upcoming SEMA show as a major coming-out party for customized versions of the 2007 Versa, including a "Green with Envy" entry by 2K Motorsports Marketing done up in flat black with lime green and rainbow flake stripes by Kaotic Kustoms and an APC green LED interior package. Nissan gave Inside Line the details on six of its SEMA Versas, but the automaker is withholding the photos until the cars are unveiled at the show, which kicks off on Halloween. Read "Nissan Readies Versa for Major SEMA Offensive" @ Edmunds

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[source: Car and Driver] 2010 Lingenfelter Chevrolet Camaro SS - Auto Shows More muscle for Chevy's modern-day muscle car. BY JAKE HOLMES October 2009 Let's cut to the chase here: Lingenfelter has supercharged a Chevrolet Camaro SS to the tune of 750 hp, 324 more than the stock vehicle. The extra cojones come in part from of an LS7 (read: Corvette Z06) head, plus new forged pistons and an LS7 crankshaft that yield an 8.8:1 compression ratio. The addition of a Magnuson/Eaton supercharger to the Lingenfelter LS7, however, is responsible for the bulk of the power increase. The company also adds a heavy-duty fuel…

Previous Page Next Page Once again, Chevrolet is heading off to SEMA to show off the latest COPO Camaro. But the COPO won't be the only Camaro dragster on display as Chevrolet will have a test vehicle showing off the Camaro SS Drag Race Development Program. COPO Camaro We'll begin with the COPO Camaro. This model is designed for NHRA’s Stock Eliminator classes and features a racing chassis and suspension bits to handle drag racing duties. COPO models feature a unique solid rear axle system, a lightweight, adjustable coil-over strut front suspension, manual four-wheel disc brakes, a custom manual steering rack, and a fuel cell system. …

SEMA Preview: Ford F-150 FX2 Sport Extreme ...[T]his pickup with pick-up (the 5.4 liter V8 delivers 450hp to be precise, thanks to a Ford racing screw-type supercharger with ceramic-coated headers and Ford Racing side exhausts) could be designed by any die-hard Ford truck man (or woman, I'm sure) just by checking the right boxes on FoMoCo's in-house parts catalog. In addition to some neat little touches to the outside of the truck including a dark billet grille, headlamp treatments, monochromatic paint and "unique wheels" it also sports some neat techie features like headrest mounted video entertainment units for the little 'uns and a line-in on the top of the dashboar…

Dodge showed off at the SEMA 2022 a Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept in a new Stryker Red Exterior Color, lightweight carvon-fiber wheels and drag radials sporting one of the new powertrain levels, the BANSHEE! Dodge is hosting a consumer clinic as it conducts Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust sounds for the EVs to emit. Follow Dodge SEMA 2022 here Dodge has released the official layout of the new EV Dodges that are coming. Dodge is illustrating a stair-step approach to its electrified performance, with 400-volt system output levels of 340 kilowatts (456 hp) and 440 kilowatts (590 hp) and an as-yet-unannounced, factory-delivered, …