By Becca Butler

The inaugural SEMA Battle of the Builders champion Kyle Tucker of Detroit Speed Engineering returned to compete in the competition in 2015, this time with two iconic American musclecars—a ’70 Chevelle and ’69 Charger—both showcasing extreme talent and craftsmanship when it comes to vehicle modification.

The ’70 Chevelle wowed the judges, making it among the top-10 builds, complete with an LSX 427 supercharged engine and paddle-shifted GM Bowler 4L80E transmission, as well as a Borla exhaust, Detroit Speed suspension/chassis, Forgeline wheels, Michelin tires, brakes by Brembo and Bosch, PPG paint, Joe Gibbs DRIVEN engine oil, Royal Purple trans fluid, Recaro seats and an Alpine stereo.

Check out this video to learn more about Tucker's builds, and don’t miss the nationwide premiere of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, February 1, at 10:00 p.m. (EST/PST) , on the Velocity Network!

Visit www.semaignited.com for more information.

By Becca Butler

The inaugural SEMA Battle of the Builders champion Kyle Tucker of Detroit Speed Engineering returned to compete in the competition in 2015, this time with two iconic American musclecars—a ’70 Chevelle and ’69 Charger—both showcasing extreme talent and craftsmanship when it comes to vehicle modification.

The ’70 Chevelle wowed the judges, making it among the top-10 builds, complete with an LSX 427 supercharged engine and paddle-shifted GM Bowler 4L80E transmission, as well as a Borla exhaust, Detroit Speed suspension/chassis, Forgeline wheels, Michelin tires, brakes by Brembo and Bosch, PPG paint, Joe Gibbs DRIVEN engine oil, Royal Purple trans fluid, Recaro seats and an Alpine stereo.

Check out this video to learn more about Tucker's builds, and don’t miss the nationwide premiere of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, February 1, at 10:00 p.m. (EST/PST) , on the Velocity Network!

Visit www.semaignited.com for more information.

By Becca Butler

The inaugural SEMA Battle of the Builders champion Kyle Tucker of Detroit Speed Engineering returned to compete in the competition in 2015, this time with two iconic American musclecars—a ’70 Chevelle and ’69 Charger—both showcasing extreme talent and craftsmanship when it comes to vehicle modification.

The ’70 Chevelle wowed the judges, making it among the top-10 builds, complete with an LSX 427 supercharged engine and paddle-shifted GM Bowler 4L80E transmission, as well as a Borla exhaust, Detroit Speed suspension/chassis, Forgeline wheels, Michelin tires, brakes by Brembo and Bosch, PPG paint, Joe Gibbs DRIVEN engine oil, Royal Purple trans fluid, Recaro seats and an Alpine stereo.

Check out this video to learn more about Tucker's builds, and don’t miss the nationwide premiere of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, February 1, at 10:00 p.m. (EST/PST) , on the Velocity Network!

Visit www.semaignited.com for more information.

By Becca Butler

The inaugural SEMA Battle of the Builders champion Kyle Tucker of Detroit Speed Engineering returned to compete in the competition in 2015, this time with two iconic American musclecars—a ’70 Chevelle and ’69 Charger—both showcasing extreme talent and craftsmanship when it comes to vehicle modification.

The ’70 Chevelle wowed the judges, making it among the top-10 builds, complete with an LSX 427 supercharged engine and paddle-shifted GM Bowler 4L80E transmission, as well as a Borla exhaust, Detroit Speed suspension/chassis, Forgeline wheels, Michelin tires, brakes by Brembo and Bosch, PPG paint, Joe Gibbs DRIVEN engine oil, Royal Purple trans fluid, Recaro seats and an Alpine stereo.

Check out this video to learn more about Tucker's builds, and don’t miss the nationwide premiere of the SEMA Battle of the Builders TV special, February 1, at 10:00 p.m. (EST/PST) , on the Velocity Network!

Visit www.semaignited.com for more information.

By SEMA Editors

After the introduction of the facelifted versions of most models of the Fiat 500 range, 2016 will see the renovation of the remaining car—the 500 Abarth. This prototype was on its way down from the winter test in Sweden to its home territory, the Italian city of Turin.

While exterior modifications will be in accordance with those of the standard 500s, engines will be carried over from the current model. The 1.4L turbocharged engine will again be available in different variations. In the “normal” 500 Abarth, the engine will deliver 135 hp. In the “SS” and “595” guise, the output will be 160 hp, and as an “Assetto Corse,” the car will be powered by 190 or 205 hp. Just below that will be the “695,” returning 180 hp. Introduction of the 500 Abarth will be at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

By SEMA Editors

After the introduction of the facelifted versions of most models of the Fiat 500 range, 2016 will see the renovation of the remaining car—the 500 Abarth. This prototype was on its way down from the winter test in Sweden to its home territory, the Italian city of Turin.

While exterior modifications will be in accordance with those of the standard 500s, engines will be carried over from the current model. The 1.4L turbocharged engine will again be available in different variations. In the “normal” 500 Abarth, the engine will deliver 135 hp. In the “SS” and “595” guise, the output will be 160 hp, and as an “Assetto Corse,” the car will be powered by 190 or 205 hp. Just below that will be the “695,” returning 180 hp. Introduction of the 500 Abarth will be at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

By SEMA Editors

After the introduction of the facelifted versions of most models of the Fiat 500 range, 2016 will see the renovation of the remaining car—the 500 Abarth. This prototype was on its way down from the winter test in Sweden to its home territory, the Italian city of Turin.

While exterior modifications will be in accordance with those of the standard 500s, engines will be carried over from the current model. The 1.4L turbocharged engine will again be available in different variations. In the “normal” 500 Abarth, the engine will deliver 135 hp. In the “SS” and “595” guise, the output will be 160 hp, and as an “Assetto Corse,” the car will be powered by 190 or 205 hp. Just below that will be the “695,” returning 180 hp. Introduction of the 500 Abarth will be at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

By SEMA Editors

After the introduction of the facelifted versions of most models of the Fiat 500 range, 2016 will see the renovation of the remaining car—the 500 Abarth. This prototype was on its way down from the winter test in Sweden to its home territory, the Italian city of Turin.

While exterior modifications will be in accordance with those of the standard 500s, engines will be carried over from the current model. The 1.4L turbocharged engine will again be available in different variations. In the “normal” 500 Abarth, the engine will deliver 135 hp. In the “SS” and “595” guise, the output will be 160 hp, and as an “Assetto Corse,” the car will be powered by 190 or 205 hp. Just below that will be the “695,” returning 180 hp. Introduction of the 500 Abarth will be at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

By SEMA Editors

After the introduction of the facelifted versions of most models of the Fiat 500 range, 2016 will see the renovation of the remaining car—the 500 Abarth. This prototype was on its way down from the winter test in Sweden to its home territory, the Italian city of Turin.

While exterior modifications will be in accordance with those of the standard 500s, engines will be carried over from the current model. The 1.4L turbocharged engine will again be available in different variations. In the “normal” 500 Abarth, the engine will deliver 135 hp. In the “SS” and “595” guise, the output will be 160 hp, and as an “Assetto Corse,” the car will be powered by 190 or 205 hp. Just below that will be the “695,” returning 180 hp. Introduction of the 500 Abarth will be at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

By SEMA Editors

Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, webinars and activities.

For association-related travel, contact Manya Petropaki (manya.p@travelstoreusa.com) at Travel Store USA, 949-930-9268.