By SEMA Editors
 The Telluride splashes down inside one obstacle on the Kia Torque Track. |
The new Kia Torque Track (adjacent to the Toyo Treadpass) shows off pre-release Kia Telluride SUVs on a course made from tons of dirt.
Customized by LGE-CTS, the vehicles tackle articulation obstacles, water and even a jump.
Register at the entrance for the overlanding experience or drifting in a Kia Stinger, all with pro drivers.
By SEMA Editors
 Truck Accessories Group (TAG) has entered into a letter of intent to acquire Takit Inc. (BEDSLIDE). |
Truck Accessories Group (TAG) has announced that it has entered into a letter of intent to acquire Takit Inc. (BEDSLIDE)—a supplier of retractable truck-bed cargo trays, pending a 30-day due diligence period.
Subject to the satisfaction or waiver of certain conditions to closing, the expected closing date is November 29.
The planned acquisition strengthens TAG’s leadership position in the truck-accessory category, and represents the first of many planned changes in the company’s new strategic direction.
By SEMA Editors
| Truck Accessories Group (TAG) has entered into a letter of intent to acquire Takit Inc. (BEDSLIDE). |
Truck Accessories Group (TAG) has announced that it has entered into a letter of intent to acquire Takit Inc. (BEDSLIDE)—a supplier of retractable truck-bed cargo trays, pending a 30-day due diligence period.
Subject to the satisfaction or waiver of certain conditions to closing, the expected closing date is November 29.
The planned acquisition strengthens TAG’s leadership position in the truck-accessory category, and represents the first of many planned changes in the company’s new strategic direction.
By SEMA Editors
 Red Line Synthetic Oil unveiled a custom ’69 Dodge Charger built by Mike Copeland’s team at Diversified Creations and Arrington Performance in its booth, October 30, at the 2018 SEMA Show. |
Red Line Synthetic Oil unveiled a custom ’69 Dodge Charger built by Mike Copeland’s team at Diversified Creations and Arrington Performance in its booth, October 30, at the 2018 SEMA Show. The 850hp musclecar build marks the first unveiling that Red Line has hosted in its 32 years of attending the SEMA Show.
The vehicle’s owner has been a life-long fan of early Dodge Chargers, and for his first foray into the musclecar world, he reached out to Copeland, owner of Diversified Creations and Arrington Performance. The owner wanted a car he could drive from his home in Georgia to New York and back without having to worry about reliability. The Charger features an 850hp 6.2L Mopar Hellcat crate motor with an OEM eight-speed automatic transmission custom fitted to the vehicle.
In 2013, the Diversified Creations team was the first to install the new eight-speed transmission and Hellcat motor into a second-generation Charger. Red Line’s lubricants and fluids were used throughout the vehicle, enhancing performance and reliability. The build was a complete ground-up restoration; even the roof and the floors were rebuilt. The exterior features gloss-black paint with matte-black accents throughout. The hood itself is a one-off piece made by metalworking the famous ’70 R/T Challenger hood scoops onto an original Charger hood. The suspension components, including the coilovers, were sourced from Reilley Motorsports to provide exceptional ride quality while significantly enhancing handling performance. Baer six-piston brakes and custom Forgiato Navaja wheels with Continental tires were installed, among many other modifications.
By SEMA Editors
| Red Line Synthetic Oil unveiled a custom ’69 Dodge Charger built by Mike Copeland’s team at Diversified Creations and Arrington Performance in its booth, October 30, at the 2018 SEMA Show. |
Red Line Synthetic Oil unveiled a custom ’69 Dodge Charger built by Mike Copeland’s team at Diversified Creations and Arrington Performance in its booth, October 30, at the 2018 SEMA Show. The 850hp musclecar build marks the first unveiling that Red Line has hosted in its 32 years of attending the SEMA Show.
The vehicle’s owner has been a life-long fan of early Dodge Chargers, and for his first foray into the musclecar world, he reached out to Copeland, owner of Diversified Creations and Arrington Performance. The owner wanted a car he could drive from his home in Georgia to New York and back without having to worry about reliability. The Charger features an 850hp 6.2L Mopar Hellcat crate motor with an OEM eight-speed automatic transmission custom fitted to the vehicle.
In 2013, the Diversified Creations team was the first to install the new eight-speed transmission and Hellcat motor into a second-generation Charger. Red Line’s lubricants and fluids were used throughout the vehicle, enhancing performance and reliability. The build was a complete ground-up restoration; even the roof and the floors were rebuilt. The exterior features gloss-black paint with matte-black accents throughout. The hood itself is a one-off piece made by metalworking the famous ’70 R/T Challenger hood scoops onto an original Charger hood. The suspension components, including the coilovers, were sourced from Reilley Motorsports to provide exceptional ride quality while significantly enhancing handling performance. Baer six-piston brakes and custom Forgiato Navaja wheels with Continental tires were installed, among many other modifications.
By SEMA Editors
 Eaton’s new aftermarket performance ring-and pinion sets increase horsepower, performance. |
Eaton has introduced a new automotive aftermarket performance ring-and-pinion product line that provides vehicle enthusiasts the opportunity to choose from a variety of options and configurations to increase vehicle performance and improve horsepower. The gear sets come in two varieties—street and competition—and can be ordered with an optional isotropic Super Finish process, which coats the gears with a highly polished surface engineered to reduce friction, improve wear resistance, increase oil retention and eliminate the need for break-in. The reduction in friction can increase horsepower from 3% to 5%.
Eaton Performance ring-and-pinion gear sets are available in a wide range of axle ratios for Chrysler, Dana, Ford and General Motors axles.
All Eaton ring-and-pinion gear sets are made in the United States and feature:
Street series gear sets are made from high-quality 8620 or 4320 steel that provides long life under daily-use conditions, while competition series gear sets are composed of high-quality 9310 steel for the higher-impact resistance needed when competing at the track. The optional Super Finish is available on all Eaton ring-and-pinion gear sets.
To celebrate the releases of its new product line, Eaton is offering a mail-in rebate for all Eaton Performance product purchases made between November 1 and December 31, 2018.
For details on the rebate, and a complete list of available applications and part numbers, consumers can visit their local Eaton Performance distributor, go to www.eatonpartsonline.com/ringandpinion or call 800-328-3850.
By SEMA Editors
| Eaton’s new aftermarket performance ring-and pinion sets increase horsepower, performance. |
Eaton has introduced a new automotive aftermarket performance ring-and-pinion product line that provides vehicle enthusiasts the opportunity to choose from a variety of options and configurations to increase vehicle performance and improve horsepower. The gear sets come in two varieties—street and competition—and can be ordered with an optional isotropic Super Finish process, which coats the gears with a highly polished surface engineered to reduce friction, improve wear resistance, increase oil retention and eliminate the need for break-in. The reduction in friction can increase horsepower from 3% to 5%.
Eaton Performance ring-and-pinion gear sets are available in a wide range of axle ratios for Chrysler, Dana, Ford and General Motors axles.
All Eaton ring-and-pinion gear sets are made in the United States and feature:
Street series gear sets are made from high-quality 8620 or 4320 steel that provides long life under daily-use conditions, while competition series gear sets are composed of high-quality 9310 steel for the higher-impact resistance needed when competing at the track. The optional Super Finish is available on all Eaton ring-and-pinion gear sets.
To celebrate the releases of its new product line, Eaton is offering a mail-in rebate for all Eaton Performance product purchases made between November 1 and December 31, 2018.
For details on the rebate, and a complete list of available applications and part numbers, consumers can visit their local Eaton Performance distributor, go to www.eatonpartsonline.com/ringandpinion or call 800-328-3850.
By SEMA Editors
 The SmartWeight Pro is equipped with a no-touch wheel measurement system that allows the technician to determine weight placement using laser vision, simplifying the balancing process. |
Hunter Engineering Company showcased its SmartWeight Pro at the 2018 SEMA Show in its booth #41013. SmartWeight Pro is Hunter’s latest intuitive, mid-range wheel balancer that offers upscale, premium features.
The wheel balancer is equipped with a no-touch wheel-measurement system that allows the technician to determine weight placement using laser vision, simplifying the balancing process. Hunter’s patented software—SmartWeight technology—is designed to help improve balance, minimize weight usage and maximize productivity.
SmartWeight Pro offers a user-friendly interface with single-knob navigation, 3-D graphics, and on-the-job training that covers basic techniques and advanced procedures in multiple languages. Additional key features include CenteringCheck, which ensures proper centering, and a space-saving hood design that allows the machine to be installed against the wall, maximizing shop space.
By SEMA Editors
| The SmartWeight Pro is equipped with a no-touch wheel measurement system that allows the technician to determine weight placement using laser vision, simplifying the balancing process. |
Hunter Engineering Company showcased its SmartWeight Pro at the 2018 SEMA Show in its booth #41013. SmartWeight Pro is Hunter’s latest intuitive, mid-range wheel balancer that offers upscale, premium features.
The wheel balancer is equipped with a no-touch wheel-measurement system that allows the technician to determine weight placement using laser vision, simplifying the balancing process. Hunter’s patented software—SmartWeight technology—is designed to help improve balance, minimize weight usage and maximize productivity.
SmartWeight Pro offers a user-friendly interface with single-knob navigation, 3-D graphics, and on-the-job training that covers basic techniques and advanced procedures in multiple languages. Additional key features include CenteringCheck, which ensures proper centering, and a space-saving hood design that allows the machine to be installed against the wall, maximizing shop space.
By SEMA Editors
 This year’s Type R comes in 200 lbs. lighter compared to last year’s car. |
Following last year’s successful run in showroom stock form, the Team Honda Research West (THR-W) racing team announced its return to the 25 Hours of Thunderhill this year with an upgraded Honda Civic Type R.
The vehicle, on display in American Honda Motor Co. booth #24887 in Central Hall, benefits from numerous race-bred improvements, including 380hp, race-ready brakes and suspension, and engine modifications, such as an Injen custom intake system, Hondata ECU tuning and a racing down pipe and custom titanium exhaust system by RV-6.
New aerodynamics include a THR-W front splitter, a Honda Genuine Accessories full carbon rear wing and Seibon carbon-fiber hood and hatch. This year’s Type R comes in 200 lbs. lighter compared to last year’s car.