Official Thread: SEMA Las Vegas 2008

TinmanMS6 · Nov 4, 2008

Honda Releases Mugen Accessories for 2009 Fit

After Honda's Mugen Civic Si took off last year, the automaker has officially announced that they will be offering Mugen parts for the 2009 Fit. All of these parts will be available on an a-la-carte basis and will be sold through authorized Honda dealers.

The list of Fit-ready Mugen parts is quite extensive, including sixteen-inch alloy wheels, an aluminum oil filler cap, front sport grille, front under spoiler, side spoiler, rear under spoiler, sports silencer, rear emblem, quick shift kit, special shift knob, sport pedals, sport floor mats, and a rear-view mirror cover.

No specific engine or suspension upgrades were mentioned, so Honda tuners will have to look elsewhere for Fit-ready performance modifications. Look for these Mugen accessories to go on sale in the Spring of 2009.

TinmanMS6 · Nov 4, 2008

SEMA: Honda Civic Sedan HFP Concept with Fuel Saving Aero-Kit

At the SEMA show Honda revealed the Civic HFP (Honda Factory Performance) Concept sedan that secures improved fuel economy without compromising the vehicle's performance or styling. Honda claims that this is done through aerodynamic improvements to the next generation HFP body kit, the addition of super-light alloy wheels with aerodynamic covers, a lighter HFP exhaust system and an upgraded HFP suspension kit, all of which offer the possibility of improving both fuel economy and performance. According to Honda, a similar package has been used on the Civic Type R race car, which campaigned in a Japanese series called the Super Taikyu.

coolmazda5 · Nov 4, 2008

altspace said:
All I can say is that there is some wild crazy cars at SEMA this year, and not for the better. Even the heavy hitters are bringing out some strange creative work.

It is SEMA afterall (lol2). That Mazda6 looks sick, except the braces' looking bumper and the black wheels (dunno)

paylew · Nov 4, 2008

lol, a Mugen Fit...

Rogue · Nov 4, 2008

your avatar keeps throwing me off... I keep thinking, "I don't remember posting in this thread..."

mikeyb · Nov 5, 2008

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Toyota is bringing a pair of customized variants of its new Venza crossover to this year's SEMA show. First up is the Venza AS V (for Active-Sports Versatility) built by longtime partner Five Axis. The model is said to portray the car's overall versatility and will incorporate an innovative Integrated Cargo Carrier (ICC) by Magna Car Top Systems. Once pulled from the rear bumper of the car, the rack can easily store all types of winter sports equipment such as skis, snowboards and bikes. For added looks, the car will sport more aggressive bodywork with bulging over fenders capable of housing the wider 20 x 10.5-in. wheels and tires.

The second, more tuner aligned version called the SportLux Venza is aimed at incorporating the "the feel of a refined sports car while retaining Venza's utility and functionality." Undertaking the daunting task is notable show car builder Street Images, which will first install a bespoke body kit with reworked front, rear and side elements. Bigger and wider wheels (by the looks of them are 22-in.diameter) will fill the wheel wells, while larger brakes and a lowered suspension will also aid in revealing the Venza's deep seeded sports car traits. Inside the car will be a black and burgundy trimmed cabin filled with high quality leather. A complete infotainment system finds its way inside the SportLux Venza as well.

mikeyb · Nov 5, 2008

MotiveMag SEMA 2008 Photo Gallery. 500+ photos

Day 1 Photo Gallery

http://www.motivemagazine.com/gallery/gallery.html?c=show_thumbs;p=Events/Industry%20Shows/SEMA%20Show/2008/Day%201%20Photo%20Gallery

evilmonkeyMSP · Nov 5, 2008

my buddy is in Vegas for SEMA for work...told him to get me plenty of pics and free s***!!! LMAO

mikeyb · Nov 5, 2008

evilmonkeyMSP said:
my buddy is in Vegas for SEMA for work...told him to get me plenty of pics and free s***!!! LMAO

The owner, marketing manager, and the purchasing manager of my work are there.

evilmonkeyMSP · Nov 5, 2008

well lah dee dah

mikeyb · Nov 5, 2008

evilmonkeyMSP said:
well lah dee dah

I wish I could go.

evilmonkeyMSP · Nov 5, 2008

he coulda got us tickets but we had no way to be able to go this year....maybe next year lol

SuperProtege5 · Nov 5, 2008

Toyo Tires GT-R

The 2008 SEMA Show is almost upon us and the display vehicle lists are already coming out. Toyo recently announced a new GT-R (go figure) for their booth.

Toyo's release read: "Nissan's long awaited GT-R has received the full treatment by Bulletproof Automotive, including a set of brand new 20" Toyo Proxes R888 tires, the first of their kind by Toyo. Known as the GT-RR.com 2009 Nissan GT-R, this powerful all-wheel-drive sports car features Limited Edition BBS LM-DBK-P wheels shod with the Proxes R888 D.O.T.-approved competition tires in a 285/35ZR20 size up front and a 315/30ZR20 on the rear. The Nissan GT-R is also loaded with high-grade carbon fiber components, an Amuse Super Tough Titanium (STT) exhaust, and Endless monoblock six-piston front and rear brakes. The Proxes R888 is the Official Tire of SPEED World Challenge, and is popular with both professional and amateur racers around the globe."

coolmazda5 · Nov 5, 2008

mikeyb said:
MotiveMag SEMA 2008 Photo Gallery. 500+ photos

Day 1 Photo Gallery

http://www.motivemagazine.com/gallery/gallery.html?c=show_thumbs;p=Events/Industry%20Shows/SEMA%20Show/2008/Day%201%20Photo%20Gallery

Wow, cool stuff. Here are some interesting picks

coolmazda5 · Nov 5, 2008

SuperProtege5 said:
Toyo's release read: "Nissan's long awaited GT-R has received the full treatment by Bulletproof Automotive, including a set of brand new 20" Toyo Proxes R888 tires, the first of their kind by Toyo.

Looks really good.

... and really makes a point, if Toyo Proxes are used, your car really needs to be bulletproof (nailbyt)

SuperProtege5 · Nov 5, 2008

lol very true.

aMaff · Nov 6, 2008

mikeyb said:
Chevrolet Camaro GS Racecar Concept

Wow... now that's a concept I can get behind. That's friggin good lookin. Any pics of the interior or under the hood? That thing looks HOT in race trim w/ some big hoosiers on it

Looks like a Koni challenge car... hmm, GM Performance Division backed car anyone?

coolmazda5 · Nov 6, 2008

altspace said:
Pre-Show Exclusive photo.

Some more details:

Troy Lee and Mazda team up for custom 2009 Mazda6

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show is in full swing, and one of Mazda's main contributions to the pandemonium is the Troy Lee Designs Mazda6. Featuring a custom iridescent paint job by PPG and a race-inspired design, the car shows the tuning potential in the Mazda6 as it hits U.S. streets.

Redesigned specifically for the North American market for the 2009 model year, the Mazda6 is larger, lighter and more efficient than the outgoing model. With the Troy Lee treatment, the SEMA car is also more aggressive and more eye-catching.

Funktion USA bodywork adds an aggressive front fascia with adjustable lip air splitter, while Eibach springs and blacked-out 18" Momo Strike wheels wrapped in Hoosier tires give the car
an imposing stance. Cross-drilled rotors and six-piston calipers are part of the Wilwood brake kit that handily hauls the car to a stop.

Also on display at the SEMA show is another Mazda6 by David Green, called the 'Green Energy'. Fitted with 19 Volk Rays wheels and Yokohama tires, the Green Energy show car also features a special black and green paint job by Kustom Shop and Dan Hatch/TMI Custom to bring it all together.

The engine choices in the 2009 Mazda6 include a 3.7L V6 engine rated at 272hp (203kW) or a 2.5L four-cylinder good for 170hp (126kW). These figures are as much as 28% greater than the previous offerings, but also manage to be more fuel efficient thanks to the use of lighter materials in the new car's construction.

Sources:
http://www.motorauthority.com/galle...-sema-2008/troy-lee-mazda6-sema-2008-001.html

http://www.egmcartech.com/2008/11/06/2009-mazda6-at-the-2008-sema-show/

TinmanMS6 · Nov 6, 2008

That 6 is really just a bunch of rice. Nothing terribly functional there, other than the Hoosiers.

Hughes412 · Nov 6, 2008

I like the more powerful V6 though. It's about time Mazda put some power in a car. Now if they would just bump it to 300 I'd buy one.

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