[VIDEO] The Block Restoring a Vintage 1956 Chevy Bel Air for SEMA

“The Block” is the name of Chevrolet Performance’s restoration team, which has the enviable job of creating jaw-dropping builds for bowtie brand enthusiasts. Their latest project is restoring a classic car which they’ve dubbed “Bela”—not because the vintage vehicle bears a striking resemblance to Hungarian horror movie star Bela Lugosi, we suspect, but because it’s…

Ford Mustang Named 2019 SEMA Car of the Year

California Pony Cars Ford Mustang GT Fastback Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford maintained its spot as one of the hottest brands to show its stuff at the SEMA show with yet another win at this month’s event. The Ford Mustang earned the title of 2019 SEMA Car of the Year, further cementing the pony car…

Chevy Performance Parts for 2017 Camaro, Cruze Hatch, and Silverado Unveiled Ahead of SEMA

2017 Chevy Camaro SS featuring Chevrolet Performance Parts In advance of this week’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Chevy has just unveiled its latest batch of performance parts and accessories, showing off additions to the 2017 Camaro, 2017 Cruze hatchback, and 2017 Silverado. Camaro performance parts include a performance air intake and exhaust systems for…

Tailgating Toyota Tundra Gears Up for SEMA Debut

It seems like it’s been a long time coming, but the 2014 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show is finally upon us, and we can begin to reveal the delights being rolled out to us by automakers like Toyota. Last week, we previewed some souped-up models that would be on display at the annual show…

2015 COPO Camaro Debuts at SEMA

The 2015 COPO Camaro ©GM Las Vegas is always a city on fire, but perhaps no time each year is it hotter than when the SEMA Show is in town. And, as racing fans have come to expect at SEMA, Chevy is showing off the latest COPO Camaro—the 2015 COPO Camaro—and is not holding anything…

Mazda Gives Sneak Peek at SEMA Concepts

Last year, Mazda came to SEMA with two new MX-5 Miata concepts: the Speedster and Spyder concepts, both designed for swift operation. So, this year, Mazda decided that you can’t get too much of a good thing, and is again bringing two MX-5 Miata concepts, both taking style and speed pointers from the MX-5 Global…

Mazda Gets in on SEMA Fun With Two Specialty MX-5s

Ah, the Specialty Equipment Market Association Show—when automakers gather to show off some of the best modifications for their cars available. We have already seen special versions of the Nissan TITAN XD, Scion iA, Kia Forte Koup, a Toyota Utility Vehicle, a crazy off-road Sorento, a couple Camaros, and many, many more. However, one automaker…

Toyota Is All about Speed at the SEMA Show

Photo: © Toyota Speed seemed to be the theme for Toyota at the annual 2016 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Though the automaker showed off a number of interesting vehicles, including a first-generation 1961 Land Cruiser and various modified models, there were two in particular that caught our eye: the Toyota Prius G and…

2013 SEMA: Chevy Truck Concept Photos

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Kia Partners with School of Rock at SEMA

The School of Rock Sedona at SEMA If there’s one thing Kia is currently obsessed with, it’s the autonomous lifestyle. The Korean automaker presented a total of four self-driving concepts at SEMA this year, allowing attendees to catch a glimpse of what life in the future could be like. One of these aforementioned vehicles was…

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Racing-Inspired Solus Genesis Coupe Pits Hyundai Against Performance Brands at SEMA 2015

At least year’s SEMA Show, the Hyundai Genesis was a major player, arriving as a 1,000-horsepower BTR-tuned Coupe and a supercharged AR550 Genesis from ARK Performance. For the 2015 SEMA tuning exhibition in California, ARK Performance is teaming up with Hyundai again to deliver a new Genesis Coupe. The race-inspired Solus Genesis Coupe uses ARK’s…

Missouri HB 1124 Attempting to Ban Tesla with Semantics

Wanna buy one of these beauties in Missouri? Not so fast there, folks. Changes to the wording of Missouri HB 1124 could lead to another Tesla ban. (Image: Mariordo) It appears that the next volley in the ongoing war against Tesla will come from The Show-Me State, who consequently is not particularly interested in letting…

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Kia at SEMA: Automaker Reveals Triathlon Dream Vehicle

Kia at SEMA: The Niro Triathlon concept As previously mentioned here at The News Wheel, Kia has continuously made a name for itself at the SEMA auto show by bringing out-of-this-world concepts to life each year. At this year’s show, the South Korean automaker maintained this tradition by introducing attendees to four new lifestyle concept…

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Preview Chevy’s 2014 SEMA Lineup

This year, SEMA will be held from November 4th – 7th in Las Vegas, Nevada, but General Motors has given us a sneak peek ahead of the show, outlining what we can expect from Chevy’s 2014 SEMA lineup. Among the models on display will be a Cruze RS Plus Concept, an Impala Blackout Concept, a…

Galpin Auto Sports Acura TLX at the 2014 SEMA Show

The Galpin Auto Sports Acura TLX Acura is showing off three custom variations of its all-new TLX luxury sedan at the 2014 SEMA Show, which kicked off today in Las Vegas and runs until Friday, November 7th. Each modified model is designed to highlight the vehicle’s performance capabilities and customization possibilities, which are both best captured…

Kia Soul EV Ice Cream Truck Coming to SEMA

What the Kia Soul EV Ice Cream Truck will look like when it premieres at SEMA this November While most car companies cook up some high-performance vehicles for the annual SEMA trade show, Kia seems to be less focused on satisfying a need for speed and more intent on fulfilling a need for feed. Not…

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Chevrolet Showcases 1977 K5 Blazer-E at SEMA360

Chevrolet K5 Blazer-E Photo: Chevrolet A 1977 K5 Blazer has a new electrified life thanks to the Electric Connect and Cruise package from Chevrolet. The revamped energy-efficient model, which illustrates the automaker’s innovation to be sold in the second half of 2021, will be showcased during virtual SEMA360, set for Nov. 2-6. Available Now: 2021…

Kia Unveils Extreme Ski Gondola Concept at SEMA

The Kia Sorento Ski Gondola at SEMA Kia has always been a pioneer of wacky but innovative concepts brought to SEMA shows in Las Vegas. From the YouTube branded Kia Soul in 2014 to the Kia Sedona Beermobile in 2015, there is always something to look forward to from the Korean automaker. This year, they…

Refreshed 2014 Honda Civic Coupe Unveiled at SEMA

Don’t get us wrong; the vehicles displayed at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show held in Las Vegas every year are awesome, but there is something slightly depressing about knowing that no matter how much we want to drive any number of customized vehicles displayed, like the refreshed 2014 Honda Civic Coupe, we never…

Mopar’s Chrysler 200 S Mopar Rocks SEMA Show

Mopar highlights the power potential of the Chrysler 200 S with the Chrysler 200 S Mopar concept car Mopar is skilled at showing the potential of Fiat Chrysler’s vehicles—and the Chrysler 200 S is no exception. At the 2015 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Mopar took hold of the Chrysler 200 S and gave it…

Chevrolet Prepares Red Line Series for SEMA Debut

The Specialty Equipment Market Association’s annual gathering in Las Vegas, called simply the SEMA show, is a big industry event. Manufacturers and aftermarket parts makers alike come with their latest cars and kits for modifying stock cars into impressive custom rides. This year, Chevrolet will be bringing an extensive line of concept vehicles to show…

Chevy Introduces 2017 COPO Camaro at SEMA

Chevrolet’s COPO Camaro program got a grand restart back in 2012, but was originally based on the special-order high-performance Camaros that was designed to dominate the dragstrip back in 1969. COPO stands for Central Office Production Order, which was the process used by fleet managers to order the unusual combinations of options needed to create…

2018 SEMA Chevrolet eCOPO Concept 1

The eCOPO Camaro Concept offers an electrified vision of drag racing, with an electric motor and GM’s first 800-volt battery pack replacing the gas engine, enabling 9-second quarter-mile times. The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America…

2018 SEMA Chevrolet eCOPO Concept 2

The eCOPO Camaro Concept offers an electrified vision of drag racing, with an electric motor and GM’s first 800-volt battery pack replacing the gas engine, enabling 9-second quarter-mile times. The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America…

2018 SEMA Chevrolet eCOPO Concept 3

The eCOPO Camaro Concept offers an electrified vision of drag racing, with an electric motor and GM’s first 800-volt battery pack replacing the gas engine, enabling 9-second quarter-mile times. The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America…