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.

By SEMA Editors

The ’68 Dodge “Super Charger” Concept is adapted to accommodate the Hellephant engine, enabling the car to slam 1,000 hp to the pavement through a stock T-6060 manual six-speed Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat transmission.

Mopar revealed a brand-new HEMI-engine-powered “Hellephant” 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI engine, which turns the crank at 1,000 hp and 950 lb.-ft. of torque, at its press conference during the 2018 SEMA Show. The press briefing also included the unveiling of the ’68 Dodge “Super Charger” Concept, which highlights the Hellephant 426 Supercharged Crate HEMI engine assembly and kit.

The Hellephant engine hits the 1,000hp mark via bulked-up displacement, with 4 in. of stroke and bore specs at 4.125 in. An improved supercharger with a high-efficiency rotor is mounted on the all-aluminum block, which provides huge weight savings to keep the Hellephant light. The all-aluminum block, used in Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pak race vehicles that dominated the 2018 NHRA Factory Stock Showdown class, was configured for the street in close collaboration with Mopar and engineers from the motorsports world.

The engine and kit’s Hellephant logo and name call out the 426 HEMI engine, first introduced in ’64 and nicknamed the “elephant” engine for its power and size, as well as the 707hp Mopar “Hellcrate” engine kit, revealed at last year’s SEMA Show.

The complete engine assembly includes a water pump, flywheel, front sump oil pan, supercharger with throttle body, fuel injectors and coil packs. The first-ever 1,000hp crate engine assembly offered by an OEM can be paired with the Mopar Hellephant 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI Engine Kit for relatively simple plug-and-play by experienced installers. The engine assembly and kit are designed for installation on pre-’76 street and off-road vehicles.

Additional Hellephant 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI engine features include valve covers imported from the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye and valvetrain, valves, locks and retainers pulled from the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon. The engine build includes a special high-lift cam and custom-forged pistons. The Hellephant 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI engine kit includes a powertrain control module (PCM), power distribution center, engine wiring harness, chassis harness, accelerator pedal, ground jumper, oxygen sensors, charge air temperature sensors, fuel pump control module and cam bus interface device. 

As with the Hellcrate engine, Mopar will also offer an essential Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) kit, which includes an alternator, power-steering pump, belts, pulleys and more, and is among additional engine accessory hardware components available to assist in installing the Hellephant.

The Hellephant 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI engine assembly and kit will be available in the first quarter of 2019. 

’68 Dodge “Super Charger” Concept

The ’68 Dodge Charger is reimagined with modern elements from the current Dodge Charger SRT and the Dodge Challenger SRT lineup to create a unique package for showcasing the Mopar brand’s new Hellephant 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI engine and kit.

The ’68 Dodge “Super Charger” Concept is adapted to accommodate the Hellephant engine, enabling the car to slam 1,000 hp to the pavement through a stock T-6060 manual six-speed Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat transmission.

The custom De Grigio Grey Metallic classic ’68 Dodge Charger, which is marking its 50th anniversary in 2018, feeds the Hellephant fresh air through a supersized hood scoop modeled on that of the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon. The hood features fiberglass construction on the outside with inner-steel construction inside carried over from the original vehicle. The ’68 Charger’s pop-up headlamp design is tweaked to plant Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat headlamps permanently behind the grille. The original’s door handles and drip rails are shaved away, creating a clean, streamlined appearance. Front door vent windows are removed and replaced with a one-piece side glass. The ’71 Duster mirrors add a more modern appearance.

The ’68 Dodge Super Charge” Concept assumes a wide body stance due to front and rear fiberglass wheel flares painted in the De Grigio Grey Metallic body color. The front wheels push forward 2 in. to accommodate the flares and shorten the Charger’s overhang, extending the classic’s wheelbase from 117 in. to 119 in. Front wheels are stock 20x11-in. Devil’s rims pulled from the Challenger SRT Hellcat, while the rears are upsized 21x12-in. custom-milled aluminum Devil’s wheels. The body drops 2.5 in. in the rear and 3.5 in. in the front to hug the pavement. Six-piston Brembos deliver a stopping-power advantage over the ’68 brakes.

Custom fiberglass front and rear bumpers are flushed up and shortened cross-car to provide an integrated design. The custom fiberglass front chin splitter takes influence from the Demon, while the custom rear spoiler is inspired by the modern Charger R/T. The trunk key cylinder lock is shaved and the Satin Black fuel door embellished with a custom-milled aluminum “Hellephant” medallion. Vehicle graphics and badging are Satin Black vinyl decals, including the Hellephant logo on the front fenders, “Super Charger” badging above the doors and classic tail stripes at the rear.

The lower exhaust tips are eliminated and replaced with Alfa Romeo Stelvio 5-in. dual-walled exhaust tips re-engineered to run through the taillamp housing. The brake lights have been reconfigured with LED lights that glow around the exhaust tips.

Inside, door panels and interior trim are Satin Black with the Hellephant milled medallion applied on the upper door panels. The Dodge Viper steering wheel also carries the Hellephant medallion at its center. The instrument panel insert is the same De Grigio Grey Metallic body color and the dash is customized with a full array of Mopar gauges.

The body-color center console holds a manual shifter from the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, as well as the ignition button and toggle switches for the headlamps, wipers, fog lights and hazard lights. The stock front seats have been replaced with Dodge Viper seats re-wrapped in Alcantara leather accented with red stitching and are fitted with four-point Sabelt black racing harnesses. The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon seat delete option opens up the rear and also sheds weight while making space for a custom 2-in. roll cage designed to follow the profile and harmonize with the shape of the day light opening (DLO). A Challenger SRT Demon net allows for storage of racing equipment, such as helmets and gloves. A black Challenger SRT Hellcat carpet covers the rear of the interior, while the front features custom floor mats modified from the current Charger SRT and Mopar pedal kits for the Challenger.

By SEMA Editors

The ’68 Dodge “Super Charger” Concept is adapted to accommodate the Hellephant engine, enabling the car to slam 1,000 hp to the pavement through a stock T-6060 manual six-speed Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat transmission.

Mopar revealed a brand-new HEMI-engine-powered “Hellephant” 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI engine, which turns the crank at 1,000 hp and 950 lb.-ft. of torque, at its press conference during the 2018 SEMA Show. The press briefing also included the unveiling of the ’68 Dodge “Super Charger” Concept, which highlights the Hellephant 426 Supercharged Crate HEMI engine assembly and kit.

The Hellephant engine hits the 1,000hp mark via bulked-up displacement, with 4 in. of stroke and bore specs at 4.125 in. An improved supercharger with a high-efficiency rotor is mounted on the all-aluminum block, which provides huge weight savings to keep the Hellephant light. The all-aluminum block, used in Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pak race vehicles that dominated the 2018 NHRA Factory Stock Showdown class, was configured for the street in close collaboration with Mopar and engineers from the motorsports world.

The engine and kit’s Hellephant logo and name call out the 426 HEMI engine, first introduced in ’64 and nicknamed the “elephant” engine for its power and size, as well as the 707hp Mopar “Hellcrate” engine kit, revealed at last year’s SEMA Show.

The complete engine assembly includes a water pump, flywheel, front sump oil pan, supercharger with throttle body, fuel injectors and coil packs. The first-ever 1,000hp crate engine assembly offered by an OEM can be paired with the Mopar Hellephant 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI Engine Kit for relatively simple plug-and-play by experienced installers. The engine assembly and kit are designed for installation on pre-’76 street and off-road vehicles.

Additional Hellephant 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI engine features include valve covers imported from the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye and valvetrain, valves, locks and retainers pulled from the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon. The engine build includes a special high-lift cam and custom-forged pistons. The Hellephant 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI engine kit includes a powertrain control module (PCM), power distribution center, engine wiring harness, chassis harness, accelerator pedal, ground jumper, oxygen sensors, charge air temperature sensors, fuel pump control module and cam bus interface device. 

As with the Hellcrate engine, Mopar will also offer an essential Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) kit, which includes an alternator, power-steering pump, belts, pulleys and more, and is among additional engine accessory hardware components available to assist in installing the Hellephant.

The Hellephant 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI engine assembly and kit will be available in the first quarter of 2019. 

’68 Dodge “Super Charger” Concept

The ’68 Dodge Charger is reimagined with modern elements from the current Dodge Charger SRT and the Dodge Challenger SRT lineup to create a unique package for showcasing the Mopar brand’s new Hellephant 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI engine and kit.

The ’68 Dodge “Super Charger” Concept is adapted to accommodate the Hellephant engine, enabling the car to slam 1,000 hp to the pavement through a stock T-6060 manual six-speed Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat transmission.

The custom De Grigio Grey Metallic classic ’68 Dodge Charger, which is marking its 50th anniversary in 2018, feeds the Hellephant fresh air through a supersized hood scoop modeled on that of the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon. The hood features fiberglass construction on the outside with inner-steel construction inside carried over from the original vehicle. The ’68 Charger’s pop-up headlamp design is tweaked to plant Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat headlamps permanently behind the grille. The original’s door handles and drip rails are shaved away, creating a clean, streamlined appearance. Front door vent windows are removed and replaced with a one-piece side glass. The ’71 Duster mirrors add a more modern appearance.

The ’68 Dodge Super Charge” Concept assumes a wide body stance due to front and rear fiberglass wheel flares painted in the De Grigio Grey Metallic body color. The front wheels push forward 2 in. to accommodate the flares and shorten the Charger’s overhang, extending the classic’s wheelbase from 117 in. to 119 in. Front wheels are stock 20x11-in. Devil’s rims pulled from the Challenger SRT Hellcat, while the rears are upsized 21x12-in. custom-milled aluminum Devil’s wheels. The body drops 2.5 in. in the rear and 3.5 in. in the front to hug the pavement. Six-piston Brembos deliver a stopping-power advantage over the ’68 brakes.

Custom fiberglass front and rear bumpers are flushed up and shortened cross-car to provide an integrated design. The custom fiberglass front chin splitter takes influence from the Demon, while the custom rear spoiler is inspired by the modern Charger R/T. The trunk key cylinder lock is shaved and the Satin Black fuel door embellished with a custom-milled aluminum “Hellephant” medallion. Vehicle graphics and badging are Satin Black vinyl decals, including the Hellephant logo on the front fenders, “Super Charger” badging above the doors and classic tail stripes at the rear.

The lower exhaust tips are eliminated and replaced with Alfa Romeo Stelvio 5-in. dual-walled exhaust tips re-engineered to run through the taillamp housing. The brake lights have been reconfigured with LED lights that glow around the exhaust tips.

Inside, door panels and interior trim are Satin Black with the Hellephant milled medallion applied on the upper door panels. The Dodge Viper steering wheel also carries the Hellephant medallion at its center. The instrument panel insert is the same De Grigio Grey Metallic body color and the dash is customized with a full array of Mopar gauges.

The body-color center console holds a manual shifter from the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, as well as the ignition button and toggle switches for the headlamps, wipers, fog lights and hazard lights. The stock front seats have been replaced with Dodge Viper seats re-wrapped in Alcantara leather accented with red stitching and are fitted with four-point Sabelt black racing harnesses. The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon seat delete option opens up the rear and also sheds weight while making space for a custom 2-in. roll cage designed to follow the profile and harmonize with the shape of the day light opening (DLO). A Challenger SRT Demon net allows for storage of racing equipment, such as helmets and gloves. A black Challenger SRT Hellcat carpet covers the rear of the interior, while the front features custom floor mats modified from the current Charger SRT and Mopar pedal kits for the Challenger.

By SEMA Editors

SpeedKore Performance Group worked with multi-platinum country music superstar Brantley Gilbert for its new Ford F-150 project, which debuted in the Ford booth at the 2018 SEMA Show.

SpeedKore Performance Group worked with multi-platinum country music superstar Brantley Gilbert for its new Ford F-150 project, which debuted at the 2018 SEMA Show. The relationship formed when SpeedKore president Jim Kacmarcik, who is also a partner in Given Music Publishing with Cindy Owen, was introduced to Scott Borchetta, president/CEO of Big Machine Label Group. 

Known for its pro-touring conversions of early-model musclecars and lightweight carbon-fiber body conversions for modern performance cars, such as the Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger series, SpeedKore participated in its first-ever truck build, which was first revealed to Gilbert at a special pop-up concert October 14, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

Modifying the F-150 started with the SpeedKore design team, who created a more aggressive appearance. Their renderings were transformed into CAD data, which led to machined patterns and molds for the pre-preg carbon-fiber body pieces. These included the SpeedKore carbon-fiber fenders, front spoiler and splitter. The same aerospace-grade material was used for the mirror covers, brake ducts, cab panels and tailgate applique. Even the door and tailgate handles were reproduced in carbon fiber, as were the tips for the Ford Performance exhaust system.

Once all the parts were pulled from the SpeedKore autoclave and fitted to the ’18 Ford F-150, the truck went into the SpeedKore paint booth for its two-tone PPG charcoal finish and clearcoat over the exposed carbon fiber.

Other exterior upgrades include signature SpeedKore illuminated badging. This technique was previously seen in the carbon fiber on the company’s Hellcat conversions and has now been applied to the badging on the F-150 as well.

Custom touches include Gilbert’s name spelled out in billet lettering on the tailgate as well as his logo on the doors and leather seats. The cargo bed features a custom aluminum guitar and amp rack. 

The custom F-150 also features a Ford Performance/Roush supercharger and cold-air intake on the 5.0L V8 engine, plus a Ford Performance exhaust system. The truck is fully equipped with an upgraded brake package, suspension and wheels. This includes stopping ability provided by Brembo BM-8 eight-piston calipers with 16.2-in. drilled rotors up front, and four-piston GT rear calipers with 15-in. drilled rotors. High-speed stability has been enhanced by a MaxTrac lowering kit using drop spindles and a rear spring flip kit as well as Crown Suspension front springs. It allowed the truck to be lowered 5 in. front and 7 in. rear to fully exploit the 305/40 R22 Pirelli Scorpion tires fitted to 22x10-in. HRE TR105 forged, monoblock wheels at all four corners. The wheels were finished in metallic bronze to contrast the paintwork and harmonize with the custom interior.

The new upholstery features Bomber distressed European coffee brown leather with French stitching and carbon-fiber highlights. It was created by Gabe’s Custom Interiors.

The SpeedKore Ford F-150 can be found in the main Ford booth #22000 in Central Hall.

By SEMA Editors

SpeedKore Performance Group worked with multi-platinum country music superstar Brantley Gilbert for its new Ford F-150 project, which debuted in the Ford booth at the 2018 SEMA Show.

SpeedKore Performance Group worked with multi-platinum country music superstar Brantley Gilbert for its new Ford F-150 project, which debuted at the 2018 SEMA Show. The relationship formed when SpeedKore president Jim Kacmarcik, who is also a partner in Given Music Publishing with Cindy Owen, was introduced to Scott Borchetta, president/CEO of Big Machine Label Group. 

Known for its pro-touring conversions of early-model musclecars and lightweight carbon-fiber body conversions for modern performance cars, such as the Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger series, SpeedKore participated in its first-ever truck build, which was first revealed to Gilbert at a special pop-up concert October 14, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

Modifying the F-150 started with the SpeedKore design team, who created a more aggressive appearance. Their renderings were transformed into CAD data, which led to machined patterns and molds for the pre-preg carbon-fiber body pieces. These included the SpeedKore carbon-fiber fenders, front spoiler and splitter. The same aerospace-grade material was used for the mirror covers, brake ducts, cab panels and tailgate applique. Even the door and tailgate handles were reproduced in carbon fiber, as were the tips for the Ford Performance exhaust system.

Once all the parts were pulled from the SpeedKore autoclave and fitted to the ’18 Ford F-150, the truck went into the SpeedKore paint booth for its two-tone PPG charcoal finish and clearcoat over the exposed carbon fiber.

Other exterior upgrades include signature SpeedKore illuminated badging. This technique was previously seen in the carbon fiber on the company’s Hellcat conversions and has now been applied to the badging on the F-150 as well.

Custom touches include Gilbert’s name spelled out in billet lettering on the tailgate as well as his logo on the doors and leather seats. The cargo bed features a custom aluminum guitar and amp rack. 

The custom F-150 also features a Ford Performance/Roush supercharger and cold-air intake on the 5.0L V8 engine, plus a Ford Performance exhaust system. The truck is fully equipped with an upgraded brake package, suspension and wheels. This includes stopping ability provided by Brembo BM-8 eight-piston calipers with 16.2-in. drilled rotors up front, and four-piston GT rear calipers with 15-in. drilled rotors. High-speed stability has been enhanced by a MaxTrac lowering kit using drop spindles and a rear spring flip kit as well as Crown Suspension front springs. It allowed the truck to be lowered 5 in. front and 7 in. rear to fully exploit the 305/40 R22 Pirelli Scorpion tires fitted to 22x10-in. HRE TR105 forged, monoblock wheels at all four corners. The wheels were finished in metallic bronze to contrast the paintwork and harmonize with the custom interior.

The new upholstery features Bomber distressed European coffee brown leather with French stitching and carbon-fiber highlights. It was created by Gabe’s Custom Interiors.

The SpeedKore Ford F-150 can be found in the main Ford booth #22000 in Central Hall.

Video: Chevrolet Introduces New eCOPO at the 2018 SEMA Show

Video: Chevrolet Introduces New eCOPO at the 2018 SEMA Show

SEMA News—November 2018

EVENTS

By Grant Walter

Hungry? Read This

A great option exclusive to SEMA, TIA and SCRS members* are hot meals available for purchase daily between 11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. in the Members Lounge-North.

The purpose of the SEMA Show is to do business. Anything that gets in the way of that can be thought of as an obstruction, yet we all have to eat, especially since attending the SEMA Show can be a strenuous undertaking. It’s not unusual to walk many miles in a single day, so addressing the need to keep the fires burning without sacrificing too much floor time can be a challenge worthy of some consideration.

Fortunately, there are quite a number of food options available to attendees. First among those are the restaurants located in the Las Vegas Convention Center, which are managed by Centerplate, the venue’s catering and hospitality provider.

SEMA Trade Shows Director Tom Gattuso puts it this way: “We know that your time at the Show is valuable, so we’ve worked closely with Centerplate and concessions companies all year long to provide food options that are high quality, reasonably priced and can be picked up in an efficient manner.” Each zone of the Convention Center will have its own choices. For your convenience we’ve compiled a brief compendium of those concessions in the following pages.

There is one more thing to note: No outside food or beverage of any kind is allowed at the Show. This is largely based on the precaution that outside food might not conform to required food safety standards, and could become a significant health risk to the densely packed Show population, akin to what might happen on a cruise ship. The goal is to minimize that risk.

Member Lounges

One great option available exclusive to SEMA, TIA, SCRS and SEMA Hall of Fame members* is the strategically located Members Lounges in the North and South Halls. The Members Lounge-North is located in upper North Hall Room N251, and the Members Lounge-South is Booth #46000 in the east end of the lower South Hall lobby.

The Members Lounge-North offers warm, catered food. Hot meals are available for purchase daily between 11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. For faster dining, opt instead for the Grab ’N’ Go snacks, beverages and sandwiches also available for purchase at both members lounges any time during Show hours Tuesday–Friday.

Additionally, both locations offer charging stations for phones and laptops, and a professional atmosphere. Take some time to have a business lunch or just get off your feet and enjoy a quiet meal. The lounges make great rendezvous points and also have private rooms available for meetings. Reserve yours in advance by visiting www.SEMAShow.com/mlmeetings. Room reservations are limited to two non-consecutive one-hour time slots per day.

Exhibitor Lunch and Appreciation Reception Monday

Exhibitors also won’t want to miss out on the Exhibitor Appreciation Reception on Monday night from 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Located just outside of the Central Hall entrance on Silver Drive, it’s a great time to get to know other exhibitors, enjoy live music and good food.

During setup days, SEMA staff will be handing out coupons to exhibitors for sandwich lunches. The process is simple: All you need to do is present your
exhibitor badge and redeem your coupon at the nearest meal station to receive a sandwich and bottle of water. The lunches are available Sunday, October 28, and Monday, October 29, from 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Exhibitors also won’t want to miss out on the Exhibitor Appreciation Reception on Monday night from 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Located just outside of the Central Hall entrance on Silver Drive, it’s a great time to get to know other exhibitors, enjoy live music and good free food, and recharge for opening day the next morning. Best of all, it includes an exclusive debut of select vehicle builds revealed on stage and the presentation of the SEMA Awards.

Order Food Delivery to Your Booth

For exhibitors who plan well in advance, it’s possible to arrange for Centerplate to serve lunch directly to your booth. Choose from the great variety of dishes and catering experiences that Centerplate has to offer. The deadline this year is October 16, and orders are subject to approval and availability. Place an order by emailing exhibitorcateringlvcc@centerplate.com, calling 702-943-6779 or visiting online at http://lvcvaexpresscatering.ezplanit.com.

Restaurants and Food Trucks

There is a wide variety of built-in and mobile eateries in the Convention Center. Below is a compendium that describes many of these, listed by location. The selection may vary slightly. Be sure to read past this directory for a sampling of banquets and other special events that feature snacks, drinks and even full meals.

• Honey Salt - Farm to table gourmet breakfast and lunch
  
  
• Honey Salt Grab and Go - Fast, healthy drinks and meals
  
  
• Prima Stampa - Fast, pressed paninis, etc.
  
  
• Walla Pao Express - Asian American fusion meals to go
  
  
• Starbucks - Coffee and espresso drinks

North Hall

• Vegas Street Eats - Fast food
  
  
• East Ocean  - Chinese food
  
  
• Fremont Grill - American food, burgers, etc.
  
  
• Five Spot Coffee Cart - Coffee, espresso, tea, quick bites

The North Road (between North Hall and Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino)

• Five Spot Coffee Cart - Coffee, espresso, tea, quick bites
  
  
• Tacofest Taco Truck - Mexican food, tacos, burritos, etc.
  
  
• Burgerfest Food Truck - Hamburgers, etc.
  
  
• Truck-N-Yaki Food Truck - Japanese BBQ plates

Central Hall

• Market Fresh Express - Grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, assorted snacks
  
  
• Capriotti’s Cart - 6-in. submarine sandwiches, snacks
  
  
• Wetzel’s Pretzels - Pretzels
  
  
• Buy The Slice Pizza & Sandwiches - Pizza, hot dogs, deli sandwiches, etc.
  
  
• Brookwood Farms BBQ - American BBQ, sandwiches
  
  
• Quizno’s - Sandwiches, etc.
  
  
• Sabrett’s Hot Dogs - All-beef hot dogs
  
  
• Ben & Jerry’s - Ice cream, cones, shakes, parfaits
  
  
• 7th Heaven Kosher Cart - Kosher food, hot dogs, salmon, salads, etc.

South Hall

• Aces - High end food court
  
  
• Vegas Street Eats - Fast food
  
  
• Namaste Indian Cart - Chicken tikka, gulab jamun, tandoori, combos
  
  
• Capriotti’s - 6-in. submarine sandwiches, snacks
  
  
• Gourmet Grill - Burgers and beyond
  
  
• Sabroso - Pizza, BBQ sandwiches, parfaits
  
  
• Butcher’s Block - American BBQ, sandwiches, salads
  
  
• Taco Tijuana - Mexican food, combos, chips and salsa

SEMA Members Lounge–North and Members Lounge–South

• Grab ’N’ Go meals, charging stations (SEMA, TIA, SCRS members only*)

Grab a quick bite to eat from the various food trucks along North Road (between North Hall and the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino).

The South Plaza

• Sausage Fest Food Truck - Breakfast burritos, variety sausage, chorizo fries, etc.
  
  
• Fresh Fest Food Truck - Lobster rolls, salads, shrimp po’boys, etc.
  
  
• Curbside Café (by Flattop’s) - BBQ bacon burgers, Hawaiian burgers, etc.

Outside: (The Bronze Lot, Silver Lots, Blue Lot, Green Lots and Orange Lots)

• Adonis Cart - Gyros, falafel, baklava, etc.
  
  
• Big Daddy’s BBQ - American BBQ, Mexican food, hot dogs, etc.
  
  
• Big Daddy’s Taco Tijuana - Tacos, chips, parfaits
  
  
• Five Spot Coffee Cart - Coffee, espresso, tea, quick bites
  
  
• Sabrett’s Hot Dog Cart (x2) - All-beef hot dogs, chili cheese dogs, etc.
  
  
• Sin City Wings - Chicken wings, fried Oreos, fried pickles, etc.
  
  
• Oming’s Kitchen Food Truck - Flipino food, lumpia, sinugba rolls, etc.
  
  
• Quizno’s Cart - Sandwiches, etc.

Banquets and Receptions

Special events are a great way to combine a meal or cocktail with productive networking and learning. All of the events below will have something edible available, and offer a host of different learning and networking opportunities.

• New Products Breakfast - Tuesday, October 30, 7:30 a.m.–8:45 a.m., Westgate Paradise Event Center
  
  
• Student Networking Lunch - Tuesday, October 30, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Westgate Paradise Event Center
  
  
• Art Walk Happy Hour - Tuesday, October 30 through Thursday, November 1, 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., LVCC C2 Prefunction
  
  
• New Products Happy Hour - Tuesday, October 30 through Thursday, November 1, 4:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m., LVCC S219–S228
  
  
• WTC Reception - Tuesday, October 30, 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., Renaissance Pool
  
  
• ARMO Reception - Tuesday, October 30, 5:15 p.m.–7:30 p.m. - Westgate CR 7–14
  
  
• YEN Reception - Tuesday, October 30, 5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m., Westgate Paradise Event Center
  
  
• PRO Reception - Tuesday, October 30, 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m., Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino Pool Deck
  
  
• Prayer Breakfast - Wednesday, October 31, 7:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m., LVCC Upper North Hall, Room N259
  
  
• NHRA Breakfast - Wednesday, October 31, 7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m., Westgate Paradise Event Center
  
  
• TORA Reception - Wednesday, October 31, 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., SCORE Off-Road Area (Silver Lot, Booth #62003, outside in front of South Hall)
  
  
• International Happy Hour - Wednesday, October 31, 5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m., LVCC Upper North Hall, Room N255–N261
  
  
• HRIA Reception - Wednesday, October 31, 5:15 p.m.–8:30 p.m., Westgate Paradise Event Center
  
  
• SEMA Industry Awards Banquet - Thursday, November 1, 7:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., Westgate Paradise Event Center

*With the exception of non-exhibiting manufacturers or companies otherwise qualified to exhibit at the SEMA Show.