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The SEMA 2026 show in Las Vegas highlights custom builds and crate engines
The SEMA Show 2026 took place from November 3 to 6 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, bringing together global players in the automotive aftermarket, with an economic impact estimated by its CEO at approximately 58 trillion yen. The show was marked by numerous custom builds and presentations of powerful crate engines, off-road concepts, and conversions, including models from Chevrolet, Mazda, Ford, and Mopar. Nissan unveiled its Frontier RONIN concept, an off-road-oriented pickup truck combining US and Japanese influences. Coverage is predominantly American, with relay coverage in France, Japan, Canada, Spain, Italy, South Africa, and the Netherlands; among the provided sub-events, only the Nissan concept is linked to Japan, the rest being centered on the United States.
In brief
Ongoing story bringing together 37 events involving Ford, Nissan, Stellantis and 15 more, in 4 countries (États-Unis, Japon, Mexique and 1 more), followed from 1 November 2026 to 7 November 2026. 127 articles from 35 sources (launches and reviews, plants, jobs and earnings); last updated on 7 November 2026 at 12:53. Figures reported: 27 vehicles.
National stories
Confirmed(7)
- 12
SRT/Jeep unveils at SEMA 2026 the Wrangler Scrambler SRT Concept, a V8 Hemi with approximately 470 hp and independent front suspension.
Official source: Stellantis (salle de presse), Stellantis Amérique du Nord (salle de presse)Stellantis (salle de presse), TradingView, Stock Titan, thedrive.com, Stellantis Amérique du Nord (salle de presse) +8
- 4
Ford presents the Frostwarden Bronco, equipped with the Megazilla 2.0 supercharged 7.3 L V8 producing 1,200 hp.
Official source: Ford (salle de presse)Ford (salle de presse), autoevolution, autoblog.nl, Diariomotor
- 3
Direct Connection unveils six HEMI V8 engine packages up to 1,025 hp, backed by a three-year/100,000-mile warranty.
Official source: Stellantis Amérique du Nord (salle de presse)Stock Titan, Stellantis Amérique du Nord (salle de presse), Autoblog
- 6
Fat Fender Garage presents an 800 hp Ford F-100 GT/FX built over more than 15,000 hours.
6 independent sourcescaranddriver.com, CarScoops, Autoblog, Motor1.com France, Auto Plus +1
- 3
Nissan presents three off-road concepts: Frontier Ronin, Pathfinder XE-V6, and Armada Jungle Patrol.
3 independent sourcesCarScoops, Auto Plus, car.watch.impress.co.jp
- 2
The SEMA Show 2026 is held from November 3 to 6 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
2 independent sourcesautodaily.co.kr, car.watch.impress.co.jp
- 2
Chris Forsberg unveils the modernized Datsun S30 Concept, powered by a Nissan Z engine, at SEMA 2026.
2 independent sourcescarmag.co.za, car.watch.impress.co.jp
Sources disagree(1)
Production status of the Jeep Wrangler Scrambler SRT
- No production project mentionedaccording to TradingView
- Vehicle included in the product planaccording to thedrive.com
Single source so far(3)
- Toyo Tires announces 27 world premieres at SEMA 2026, including an electric reinterpretation of the Porsche 935 by Bisimoto. (according to レスポンス（Response.jp）)
- Nissan displays the Fairlady Z in SCCA race configuration, prepared by volunteer engineers from Nissan USA, at SEMA 2026. (according to レスポンス（Response.jp）)
- Ringbrothers unveils a 650 hp Pontiac GTO restomod built in 5,500 hours. (according to CarScoops)
AI cross-check of the headlines and extracts of 55 articles (28 outlets) · “confirmed” = reported by at least two independent outlets, or by the manufacturer’s official press room · 5 Nov, 05h58
Checked on the web(3)
- Not confirmed at this stage
SRT/Jeep unveils at SEMA 2026 the Wrangler Scrambler SRT Concept, a V8 Hemi with approximately 470 hp and independent front suspension.
Sources: usa.nissannews.com, mecapress.com, sema.org, usa.nissannews.com, canada.nissannews.com
5 Nov, 05h58
- Not confirmed at this stage
Ford presents the Frostwarden Bronco, equipped with the Megazilla 2.0 supercharged 7.3 L V8 producing 1,200 hp.
Sources: usa.nissannews.com, mecapress.com, sema.org, usa.nissannews.com, sema.org
5 Nov, 05h58
- Confirmed
Toyo Tires announces 27 world premieres at SEMA 2026, including an electric reinterpretation of the Porsche 935 by Bisimoto.
Sources: canada.nissannews.com, canada.nissannews.com, canada.nissannews.com, mecapress.com, sema.org
5 Nov, 05h58
Automatic web search, official sources first · “contradicted” only when an official source is cited
Context and reference points, separate from the story's news. Every item links to its source; updated on 3 Nov
Key terms
- Restomod
- A restomod is a concept car based on an older model whose original body is retained but modernized, notably by replacing the internal combustion engine with an electric powertrain. Wikipedia
- Concept car
- A concept car is an experimental vehicle produced in very small numbers (usually just one) to demonstrate new technology, styling elements, or usage modes; it is not intended for mass production and serves primarily as a communication tool for a manufacturer. Wikipedia
- Automotive customization
- Automotive customization is the activity of companies transforming vehicles produced by manufacturers, improving performance (engine, braking, chassis, aerodynamics) and/or modifying interior and exterior design; it differs in this respect from tuning. Wikipedia
Useful resources
IIHSiihs.org
Vehicle safety ratings for cars sold in the United States (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety).
Timeline
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- 18h29
United StatesMopar présente une Dodge GTX restomod à moteur Hellcat au SEMA 2026
Mopar dévoile au SEMA 2026 une Dodge GTX électrifiée lors d'une précédente édition, désormais équipée d'un moteur Hemi Hellcat V8.
CarScoops
- 15h15
La Camaro de Paul Walker restaurée présentée au SEMA 2026
Au SEMA Show 2026, la Chevrolet Camaro accidentée de Paul Walker, vue dans 2 Fast 2 Furious, réapparaît après plus de vingt ans.
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In figures
Countries concerned
Several countries (4)
Brands concerned
- Ford (F-250, Mustang, Bronco)
- Nissan (Frontier, Centra Spec-V Concept, Frontier RONIN, Armada Jungle Patrol, Patrol, Armada, Armada Jungle Patrol Concept)
- Stellantis
- Chevrolet
- Mopar
- Dodge
- Jeep (Wrangler Scrambler SRT Concept, Wrangler Scrambler SRT, Wrangler Scrambler, Scrambler, Wrangler)
- Porsche (935, 911)
- Cadillac
- Datsun (S30)
- Ferrari
- Hankook
- Lexus (GX 550)
- Mazda
- Pontiac (GTO)
- Tesla
- Toyo Tires
- Toyota
Official figures
- Ford · 32,331 reg. (EU + EFTA + UK, Sept 26) · 278 recall(s) in 12 months
- Nissan · 25,097 reg. (EU + EFTA + UK, Sept 26) · 45 recall(s) in 12 months
- Stellantis · 172,977 reg. (EU + EFTA + UK, Sept 26) · 332 recall(s) in 12 months
- Chevrolet · 13 reg. (United Kingdom, Sept 26) · 52 recall(s) in 12 months
Key figures
- 27
- véhicules
Amounts cited$800 · 800 dollars · $1 Million
Highest number recorded in 15 article(s), automatically extracted: please check sources.
Sources by country and language
Press country
| Articles | Outlets | |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 78 | 12 |
| France | 13 | 4 |
| Japan | 13 | 3 |
| Unknown country | 6 | 5 |
| Canada | 4 | 1 |
| Spain | 3 | 1 |
| Italy | 3 | 3 |
| Netherlands | 2 | 1 |
| South Africa | 2 | 1 |
| Brazil | 1 | 1 |
| China | 1 | 1 |
| South Korea | 1 | 1 |
Languages
| Articles | Outlets | |
|---|---|---|
| English | 81 | 19 |
| French | 14 | 5 |
| Japanese | 13 | 3 |
| Spanish | 8 | 4 |
| Italian | 3 | 2 |
| Portuguese | 2 | 2 |
| Dutch | 2 | 1 |
| Chinese | 1 | 1 |
| Korean | 1 | 1 |
| German | 1 | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 | 1 |
Country of the outlet (not of the topic), inferred from its address and language. Each outlet counts once per row.
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Events in the story
- SEMA 2026 : les nouveaux produits aftermarket présentés au salon7 Nov
- A 1968 Ford F-100 restored with a carbon fibre body6 Nov
- Mopar présente une Dodge GTX restomod à moteur Hellcat au SEMA 20266 Nov
- Ford unveils the 1,200 hp Bronco Frostwarden rescue vehicle at SEMA6 Nov
- La Camaro de Paul Walker restaurée présentée au SEMA 20266 Nov
- Hoffman Badger dévoile au SEMA des conversions de Tesla en minibus ou pick-up6 Nov
- SEMA 2026 Show Recap6 Nov
- Ford Racing unveils the R125 Mustang built from its performance parts6 Nov
- Ford and Mopar unveil powerful crate engines at SEMA 20265 Nov
- Mopar dévoile des kits moteur Hemi complets au SEMA 20265 Nov
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