2012 SEMA – Automobiles Review

Hyundai JP Edition Veloster Concept at the 2012 SEMA

Hyundai has revealed a JP Edition Veloster Concept at the 2012 SEMA Motor Show. The JP Edition concept debuts at the 2012 SEMA show under the Hyundai banner. Paint supplier BASF was consulted as the unique supplier of the Mint Green exterior finish for the concept.

“In creating the JP Edition Veloster, we were inspired to take the Veloster’s distinctive design cues and accentuate them with an iris-warping brilliant mint green exterior finish” commented John Pangilinan.

“The JP Edition Veloster concept takes the production car into ultra-exclusive tuner-car territory.”, he added.

The special edition Veloster is powered by a direct-injected 1.6 liter petrol engine fitted with an ARK Performance exhaust. The car also comes with a sports suspension including KW coilovers, Whiteline sway bars, anti-lift caster kit and end links. The car rolls big 19” alloy wheels fitted with 265/30 R19 Toyo tires.

The interior boasts Recaro Cross Sportster CS seats upholstered by Infinite Auto Design. There are also Takata harnesses and premium audio system.

Powertrain

ARK Performance Exhaust
Lucas Oil
Exterior
TS Designs Metal Fender Flares designed by Jon Sibal
BASF Mint Green Paint painted by Auto Explosion
Chassis/Suspension
Brembo big brake kit
KW Coilovers with ARK Performance lowering springs
Whiteline sway bars, anti-lift caster kit and end links
Ray’s Gram Lights Xtreme57 Wheels – 19 x 9.5 inches
Toyo Tires Proxes T1 Sport – 265/30 R19

Interior

Recaro Cross Sportster CS Seats
Takata Harnesses
Re-upholstery by Infinite Auto Design
In-Car Entertainment:
Alpine Electronics System built by BP Auto Sound
MRX-F35 350 watt 4 channel amplifier
(2) MRX-M55 550 watt mono amplifiers
(2) SWS-12D4 12″ subwoofers
SPR-60C 6 1/2″ component speakers
SPR-60 6 1/2″ coaxial speakers
Kinetik Battery and Power Supply
V-LEDs Lighting

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Source: Hyundai

October 31, 2012

2012 SEMA: Lexus PROJECT LS F SPORT by Five Axis

Lexus teamed up with Five Axis to prepare a special version of LS F SPORT for 2012 SEMA Motor Show. The car comes with a nice titanium matte silver finish with grey accents. It is also fitted with a complete aerodynamics package and an AirRunner TC-5 air suspension system.

The Five Axis aero body kit includes a new front bumper, redesigned rear bumper, a pair of side skirts and a trunk lip spoiler. The car rolls a set of custom alloy wheels 9J x 22” at the front and 10.5J x 22” at the rear fitted with Yokohama Advan Sport tires measuring 255/30 ZR22 and 295/25 ZR22, respectively.

Nothing is mentioned about performance package, but soon more information will be revealed.

Source: Lexus

October 29, 2012

Toyota Avalon range for 2012 SEMA

Toyota will exhibit several interesting Avalon models at the 2012 SEMA Motor Show.

The first is customized by DUB Magazine and comes with a complete body kit and a Brilliant Black paint. The ride is lowered and rolls 22” TIS alloy wheels with ultra-low profile tires. The interior boasts black leather / suede seats, a black suede headliner and a JBL audio system.

The TRD Avalon comes with a supercharged 3.5-liter V6. It comes with a set of lowering springs, high-performance brakes and 19” alloy wheels fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires as well.

The Avalon HV Edition also comes with some of TRD’s equipment, but the drivetrain is a hybrid.

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine

3.5-liter DOHC V6

Drivetrain

Six-speed automatic

Suspension

Custom lowered

Interior

Black leather seats with black ultra-suede inserts with diamond pattern
Black suede headliner
JBL sound system
Custom fiberglass audio installation in trunk with suede and paint accents

Exterior

22-inch TIS wheels in matte black
245/30 22 Pirelli tires
Paint – Custom Brilliant Black
Exterior plastics color matched
Custom body kit
Mesh grille
Tinted taillights
Tinted windows
De-chromed body/trim

Source: Toyota

October 26, 2012

ARK Performance Hyundai Veloster Alpine Concept at the 2012 SEMA

ARK Performance will present a special tuned version of Hyundai Veloster. The name of the project is Alpine Concept which includes upgrades to the exterior and the 1.6 liter engine.

Some of the goodies are an ARK oil cooler, a Nitrous Oxide system, &N intake system and BTRcc custom engine bay parts and tuning. All these upgrades lead to a power of 232HP (173 kW) at 5500RPM and 325Nm (240 lb-ft) of torque at 1700RPM.

The exterior features a complete ARK Performance body kit including a new front and rear bumpers, a new rear wing, modified fenders and a pair of side skirts. The rally wing is also new as well as the 180 Customs headlights and taillights.

The car is finished in custom pearl white paint created by Beyond Coachworks.

Powertrain

Custom Tuning by BTRcc
Horsepower: 232 HP @ 5500 RPM
Torque: 240 lb.-ft. @ 1700 RPM
ARK Performance Veloster Turbo DTS exhaust system, test pipe and turbo up-pipes
K&N Intake System
Nitrous Express Proton Kit
ARK Oil Cooler
BTRcc Custom Engine Bay parts
Koyo Radiator
NRG Oil Catch Tank
NRG Fuel Pressure Tank
NRG Washer Mods

Exterior

Custom Pearl White Paint by Beyond Coachworks
Custom soft-touch interior materials by HEXIS
2013 ARK / Adro body kit: bumpers, side skirts, rear wing, fenders
ARK CF Rally Wing
180 Customs Headlights and Taillights
Seibon Carbon hood and deck lid
NRG front and rear tow hooks

Exterior Accessories

ROME SDS Snowboard, bindings and boots
Reverb Rockers Snowboards
Gold Snowboards
Folsom Boots
Memphis Boots
Targa G3 Bindings
Strut G1 Bindings
Yakima Snowboard Rack and custom wind guard
Yakima Fatcat 6
Rally Armor Mudflaps

Interior

JPM Coachworks “Alpine Edition” interior
- Custom Seats, Instrument Panel, Shift knob and boot, Armrest, Headliner, Visors and Steering Wheel
- NRG short hub and quick release

Suspension/Wheels

ARK PERFORMANCE DTP Coilover System
ARK Big Brake Kit
Air Motion Cup Suspension kit
ARK Performance Upper Strut Bar
GP Knuckles and Arms
Rays Gramlight 57Xtreme Wheels (Silver)
Muteki Lug Nuts
Nitto INVO Tires

Source: Hyundai

October 19, 2012

Ford Fusion range at the 2012 SEMA

The Tjin Edition Ford Fusion

Why it’s cool: The Tjin Edition Ford Fusion is the perfect blend between performance and luxury, modified with some of the best aftermarket products available. The exterior features a custom DuPont Beige paint job, 3dCarbon lip kit, Webasto sunroof, and LightWurkZ headlights and fog lights. The interior has been highly modified by Katzkin interiors, featuring a complete sound system by Scosche Audio. Performance has been upgraded by a Unique Fabrication/ Vibrant turbo kit and custom side-exit MagnaFlow exhaust. Finishing off the Tjin Edition Fusion are a custom set of 21″ iForged Concave wheels, Falken tires, Baer big brakes and Pedders coil-over suspension upgrades.

2013 Ford Fusion, 2.0L EcoBoost, Six-Speed SelectShift Automatic, AWD – Built by MRT Performance

Why it’s cool: Building on the sporty style of the 2013 Ford Fusion, MRT has prepared a fun and stylish street performer that will catch your eye, while the performance stance and sounds from the Eco-Flow exhaust will keep your attention. When it comes to street performance, MRT will balance styling, chassis, and powertrain to remove any questions that the new Ford Fusion is top choice for sedan customers.

2013 Ford Fusion, 2.0L EcoBoost, Six-Speed SelectShift Automatic, AWD - Built by MRT Performance

2013 Ford Fusion, 1.6L EcoBoost, Six-Speed Manual Transmission – Built by Ice Nine Group

Why it’s cool: Inspired by the V8 Supercar Series, Ice Nine Group’s 2013 Fusion features road race styling and performance for the street. From the slammed race car stance to the cutting edge color and graphics package, Ice Nine’s Fusion not only looks the part it also performs. Drive it to the track, rip some laps and drive home in style!

2013 Ford Fusion, 1.6L EcoBoost, Six-Speed Manual Transmission - Built by Ice Nine Group

2013 Ford Fusion, 2.0L EcoBoost, Six-Speed SelectShift Automatic, AWD – Built by 3dCarbon – Air Design

Why it’s cool: 3dCarbon – Air Design – all new 2013 “Euro Series” Fusion is a perfect amalgamation of style and performance. Inspired by the elegant, sophisticated styling of classic European sedans, the all-new 3dCarbon body kit accentuates the all-new Fusion’s elegant, new silhouette, visually lowering, and transforming it into a striking sedan that would be a head turner on the Autobahn, or any road.

2013 Ford Fusion, 2.0L EcoBoost, Six-Speed SelectShift Automatic, AWD - Built by 3dCarbon - Air Design

Source: Ford

October 11, 2012

Tag: 2012 SEMA

Hyundai JP Edition Veloster Concept at the 2012 SEMA

2012 SEMA: Lexus PROJECT LS F SPORT by Five Axis

Toyota Avalon range for 2012 SEMA

ARK Performance Hyundai Veloster Alpine Concept at the 2012 SEMA

Ford Fusion range at the 2012 SEMA