By SEMA News Editors
The 2026 SEMA Show will debut the Content Creator Corral, a new feature that recognizes the growing influence of automotive creators by bringing some of the industry's most engaging influencers and their custom vehicles in one dedicated space at the Las Vegas Convention Center, November 3-6.
Located in the Main Hall Annex, the Content Creator Corral expands on Road to SEMA, an initiative that follows creators as they travel long distances to bring their projects to the annual SEMA Show. The feature builds on the journeys and brings those stories to life, allowing attendees to see the vehicles up close and connect with the influencers behind them.
As creators play an increasingly important role in shaping vehicle customization trends and purchasing decisions, the showcase provides exhibitors, manufacturers and attendees with a fresh opportunity to engage directly with influential voices shaping automotive culture.
"Automotive creators are helping introduce new audiences to vehicle customization and the specialty-equipment industry," said SEMA Vice President of Marketing RJ de Vera. "Road to SEMA gave us a chance to share their journeys with a wider audience, and the Content Creator Corral builds on that by bringing the creators and their vehicles together at the Show. It's a chance for attendees to meet the people behind the builds and see firsthand what makes the automotive aftermarket community so special."
The Content Creator Corral will feature custom vehicles from creators across the United States and abroad, representing a wide range of makes, models and builds. The lineup includes vehicles that have traveled thousands of miles and crossed international borders to reach Las Vegas.
Examples include a Ford Mustang rebuilt in Lithuania after being purchased in Florida; a BMW Z3 M Coupé transformed into a Max Power-era Club Sport-inspired showpiece; a Porsche Boxster converted into the Vale Automotive GT1 in Northern Ireland; and a Ford Escort RS Cosworth traveling 3,500 miles across the United States. The lineup also includes a KVA Ford GT40, Porsche 944 RS4 and genuine "2 Fast 2 Furious" Yenko Camaro restored by Hard Up Garage.
Beyond the vehicles themselves, the Content Creator Corral highlights the people, creativity and dedication that drive automotive culture. Attendees can meet the creators behind the builds, hear their stories, and connect with others who share their passion.
CONTENT CREATOR CORRAL PARTICIPANTS
Ciro Ciampi - @petrolheadonism
"Getting to share an iconic build with the SEMA community in person is a pretty special experience. We collectively put in so much time, work and passion into our project with all our partners, so seeing people connect with it and hearing their reactions will make all the effort worthwhile."
Jordan Graff - @shipbox_garage
"My SEMA journey began with me as an outsider to the organization--literally, because I didn't have the industry connections yet to be an official part of the SEMA Show--so it's an honor to be part of history as one of the content creators being featured at the Content Creator Corral."
Marissa Halee - @marissahalee
"My Mustang has been a huge part of my life for the past 11 years and ever since I got the car, I've dreamed of one day having it in the SEMA Show. It's surreal to finally say that this year, my dream is becoming a reality alongside other incredible content creators!"
Tom Sylvester - @thedirtdrive
"As a lifelong enthusiast, I've dreamed about having a car I've worked on displayed at the SEMA Show. This opportunity to represent our shop, Dirt Nerds Motors and the off-road community is an honor."
Kaikea Wilinski - @ranchero_racing_co._
"Having the opportunity to showcase my car at the SEMA Show has a lot of significance to me, because back in the early years of the show, my grandfather, Hank the Crank, was one of the first vendors. I'm deeply appreciative for the opportunity to continue his legacy."
The 2026 SEMA Show will take place November 3-6, in Las Vegas, as the centerpiece of a "SEMA Week" experience that culminates with public access on Friday and the high-energy SEMA Fest. To learn more or register, visit www.semashow.com.
The 2026 SEMA Show opens on Election Day, November 3. SEMA's Drive the Vote campaign encourages attendees to make a plan to vote before traveling to Las Vegas. Visit www.sema.org/vote for more information.
