By Rachel Tatum

Featuring an Indy motor and a 3-D printed grille, Ernie Manansala’s Nissan R3500 placed among the Top 10 in the sport compact category of the 2018 Battle of the Builders Competition. Check out the video as Manansala gives viewers an insider’s look at the vehicle and explains why he decided to house the entire Petersen fuel system in the rear.  

To see more top vehicles from the 2018 SEMA Show, tune in Friday, July 5, as MotorTrend TV airs “SEMA Battle of the Builders,” a one-hour special featuring top builders and their vehicles. Check your local satellite or cable provider for times and details, or visit www.semashow.com/botb.

By Rachel Tatum

Featuring an Indy motor and a 3-D printed grille, Ernie Manansala’s Nissan R3500 placed among the Top 10 in the sport compact category of the 2018 Battle of the Builders Competition. Check out the video as Manansala gives viewers an insider’s look at the vehicle and explains why he decided to house the entire Petersen fuel system in the rear.  

To see more top vehicles from the 2018 SEMA Show, tune in Friday, July 5, as MotorTrend TV airs “SEMA Battle of the Builders,” a one-hour special featuring top builders and their vehicles. Check your local satellite or cable provider for times and details, or visit www.semashow.com/botb.

This is the mid-engine Vette track testing and also a first look at a near-production prototype without an aero package (no spoiler, no front splitter), presumably the base model.

The mid-engine Corvette will undergo a landmark change in philosophy, as Corvettes have always been front-engined, rear-wheel-drive sports cars. Chevrolet has studied the idea of a mid-engine Corvette at several points in the nameplate’s history (and in fact, a mid-engine Corvette program was approved in 2007 but shelved due to GM’s 2009 bankruptcy).

The Vette was originally expected to use GM’s upcoming twin-turbocharged 4.2L V8, but there are now rumors that it will borrow the 6.2L LT1. Transmission is expected to come from a DCT unit, with lightning-fast shifts, and according to Car and Driver, “Tremec’s TR-9007 seven-speed DCT will be the one and only transmission available.”

Chevrolet has also trademarked the name “E-Ray,” which likely signifies that an electrified version will be available as well. This could come in the form of a plug-in hybrid or possibly even an all-electric version in the vein of the Audi R8 e-tron.

GM has announced an $800 million investment to be designated for the Bowling Green assembly plant, which is likely tied to the introduction of this car.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the mid-engine Vette track testing and also a first look at a near-production prototype without an aero package (no spoiler, no front splitter), presumably the base model.

The mid-engine Corvette will undergo a landmark change in philosophy, as Corvettes have always been front-engined, rear-wheel-drive sports cars. Chevrolet has studied the idea of a mid-engine Corvette at several points in the nameplate’s history (and in fact, a mid-engine Corvette program was approved in 2007 but shelved due to GM’s 2009 bankruptcy).

The Vette was originally expected to use GM’s upcoming twin-turbocharged 4.2L V8, but there are now rumors that it will borrow the 6.2L LT1. Transmission is expected to come from a DCT unit, with lightning-fast shifts, and according to Car and Driver, “Tremec’s TR-9007 seven-speed DCT will be the one and only transmission available.”

Chevrolet has also trademarked the name “E-Ray,” which likely signifies that an electrified version will be available as well. This could come in the form of a plug-in hybrid or possibly even an all-electric version in the vein of the Audi R8 e-tron.

GM has announced an $800 million investment to be designated for the Bowling Green assembly plant, which is likely tied to the introduction of this car.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the mid-engine Vette track testing and also a first look at a near-production prototype without an aero package (no spoiler, no front splitter), presumably the base model.

The mid-engine Corvette will undergo a landmark change in philosophy, as Corvettes have always been front-engined, rear-wheel-drive sports cars. Chevrolet has studied the idea of a mid-engine Corvette at several points in the nameplate’s history (and in fact, a mid-engine Corvette program was approved in 2007 but shelved due to GM’s 2009 bankruptcy).

The Vette was originally expected to use GM’s upcoming twin-turbocharged 4.2L V8, but there are now rumors that it will borrow the 6.2L LT1. Transmission is expected to come from a DCT unit, with lightning-fast shifts, and according to Car and Driver, “Tremec’s TR-9007 seven-speed DCT will be the one and only transmission available.”

Chevrolet has also trademarked the name “E-Ray,” which likely signifies that an electrified version will be available as well. This could come in the form of a plug-in hybrid or possibly even an all-electric version in the vein of the Audi R8 e-tron.

GM has announced an $800 million investment to be designated for the Bowling Green assembly plant, which is likely tied to the introduction of this car.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the mid-engine Vette track testing and also a first look at a near-production prototype without an aero package (no spoiler, no front splitter), presumably the base model.

The mid-engine Corvette will undergo a landmark change in philosophy, as Corvettes have always been front-engined, rear-wheel-drive sports cars. Chevrolet has studied the idea of a mid-engine Corvette at several points in the nameplate’s history (and in fact, a mid-engine Corvette program was approved in 2007 but shelved due to GM’s 2009 bankruptcy).

The Vette was originally expected to use GM’s upcoming twin-turbocharged 4.2L V8, but there are now rumors that it will borrow the 6.2L LT1. Transmission is expected to come from a DCT unit, with lightning-fast shifts, and according to Car and Driver, “Tremec’s TR-9007 seven-speed DCT will be the one and only transmission available.”

Chevrolet has also trademarked the name “E-Ray,” which likely signifies that an electrified version will be available as well. This could come in the form of a plug-in hybrid or possibly even an all-electric version in the vein of the Audi R8 e-tron.

GM has announced an $800 million investment to be designated for the Bowling Green assembly plant, which is likely tied to the introduction of this car.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the mid-engine Vette track testing and also a first look at a near-production prototype without an aero package (no spoiler, no front splitter), presumably the base model.

The mid-engine Corvette will undergo a landmark change in philosophy, as Corvettes have always been front-engined, rear-wheel-drive sports cars. Chevrolet has studied the idea of a mid-engine Corvette at several points in the nameplate’s history (and in fact, a mid-engine Corvette program was approved in 2007 but shelved due to GM’s 2009 bankruptcy).

The Vette was originally expected to use GM’s upcoming twin-turbocharged 4.2L V8, but there are now rumors that it will borrow the 6.2L LT1. Transmission is expected to come from a DCT unit, with lightning-fast shifts, and according to Car and Driver, “Tremec’s TR-9007 seven-speed DCT will be the one and only transmission available.”

Chevrolet has also trademarked the name “E-Ray,” which likely signifies that an electrified version will be available as well. This could come in the form of a plug-in hybrid or possibly even an all-electric version in the vein of the Audi R8 e-tron.

GM has announced an $800 million investment to be designated for the Bowling Green assembly plant, which is likely tied to the introduction of this car.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the mid-engine Vette track testing and also a first look at a near-production prototype without an aero package (no spoiler, no front splitter), presumably the base model.

The mid-engine Corvette will undergo a landmark change in philosophy, as Corvettes have always been front-engined, rear-wheel-drive sports cars. Chevrolet has studied the idea of a mid-engine Corvette at several points in the nameplate’s history (and in fact, a mid-engine Corvette program was approved in 2007 but shelved due to GM’s 2009 bankruptcy).

The Vette was originally expected to use GM’s upcoming twin-turbocharged 4.2L V8, but there are now rumors that it will borrow the 6.2L LT1. Transmission is expected to come from a DCT unit, with lightning-fast shifts, and according to Car and Driver, “Tremec’s TR-9007 seven-speed DCT will be the one and only transmission available.”

Chevrolet has also trademarked the name “E-Ray,” which likely signifies that an electrified version will be available as well. This could come in the form of a plug-in hybrid or possibly even an all-electric version in the vein of the Audi R8 e-tron.

GM has announced an $800 million investment to be designated for the Bowling Green assembly plant, which is likely tied to the introduction of this car.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

By Kristopher Porter

Each council and network will announce and present its annual awards during individual receptions at the 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

SEMA’s councils and networks honor outstanding member companies and industry professionals through their awards programs. Each council and network will announce and present its annual awards during individual receptions at the 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The winners are nominated and voted on by council and network membership.

SEMA is now calling for nominations for the following councils and networks:

• Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO)
• Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN)
• Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA)
• Truck & Off-Road Alliance (TORA)
• Professional Restylers Organization (PRO)
• SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN)
• Wheel & Tire Council (WTC)
• Young Executives Network (YEN)

View the awards, criteria and past winners at the new SEMA Council and Network Awards website and nominate a worthy candidate by July 8.

Nominees must be a member of the council or network for which they are being nominated. If you are unsure, contact SEMA customer service at 909-610-2030 for assistance.

By Kristopher Porter

Each council and network will announce and present its annual awards during individual receptions at the 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

SEMA’s councils and networks honor outstanding member companies and industry professionals through their awards programs. Each council and network will announce and present its annual awards during individual receptions at the 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The winners are nominated and voted on by council and network membership.

SEMA is now calling for nominations for the following councils and networks:

• Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO)
• Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN)
• Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA)
• Truck & Off-Road Alliance (TORA)
• Professional Restylers Organization (PRO)
• SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN)
• Wheel & Tire Council (WTC)
• Young Executives Network (YEN)

View the awards, criteria and past winners at the new SEMA Council and Network Awards website and nominate a worthy candidate by July 8.

Nominees must be a member of the council or network for which they are being nominated. If you are unsure, contact SEMA customer service at 909-610-2030 for assistance.