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SEMA Ignited 2020
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SEMA Ignited 2020 ~ The SEMA Show After-Party

July 23, 2020 Roadkill Customs
You’re invited to SEMA Ignited 2020, the official SEMA Show after-party where you can connect with industry leaders, celebrities, and award-winning custom vehicles. [More…]
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What To Expect At The 2020 SEMA Show

July 23, 2020 Roadkill Customs
No doubt the 2020 SEMA Show will be different, but SEMA is making plans to preserve the Show’s core value in a safety-first environment. [More…]
Foose Design ’69 Chevy Camaro Restomod Build
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Foose Design ’69 Camaro Restomod Build

March 25, 2020 Roadkill Customs
Chip Foose takes you through the build of a 1969 Camaro restomod including fabrication, interior mods, reconstruction and SEMA reveal. [More…]
Popeyes Rod Shop 1941 Ford COE Custom Hauler
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1941 Ford COE Custom Hauler Build

December 16, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Popeye’s Rod Shop out of Southern Louisiana spent over a year and a half off-and-on building this spectacular 1941 Ford COE custom hauler. [More…]
2019 Hot Wheels™ Legends Tour Finale at The SEMA Show
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2019 Hot Wheels™ Legends Tour Finale at The SEMA Show

November 21, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Outside SEMA 2019 in Las Vegas, the finalists gathered for a show of authenticity, creativity, and garage spirit — a last chance to catch the eye of the judges… [More…]
SEMA 2019 Hot Rod Alley After Hours Tour
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SEMA 2019 Hot Rod Alley After Hours Tour

November 20, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Take an after-hours tour of Hot Rod Alley — See dozens of radical hot rods and dazzling show cars after the crowds have left for the day. [More…]
TCI 700R4 and 4L60 Transmission Kits Bolt to Any Engine
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TCI 700R4 and 4L60 Transmission Kits Bolt to (Damn-Near) Any Engine

November 16, 2019 Roadkill Customs
The 700R4 version is perfect for carbureted engines and those that prefer fewer electronics, while the 4L60 is ideal for those who want electronic control of shift points and firmness via the EZ-TCU [More…]
1959 Chevy El Camino 800-HP Rat Rod at SEMA 2019
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From ’59 Chevy El Camino to 800-HP Rat Rod

November 14, 2019 Roadkill Customs
We’re fairly sure alcohol was heavily involved in the ideation and creation of this wacked-out 1959 Chevrolet El Camino, which goes by the name “Hulk-Camino.” [More…]
SEMA 2019 Muscle Car Highlights from Performance Hall
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Muscle Car Highlights from SEMA 2019 Performance Hall

November 13, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Muscle Car Highlights from The SEMA Show 2019 Performance Hall (Central Hall)… [More…]
See the Craziest SEMA Show Ever with WelderUp's Steve Darnell
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See the Craziest SEMA Show Ever with WelderUp’s Steve Darnell

November 12, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Steve takes you around the show — check out the Hot Wheels winner, insane horsepower, a crazy dodge rat rod, the NEW Ford GT, and more. [More…]
The SEMA 1 Hour 10 Minute Mega Spectacular 2019
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The SEMA 1 Hour 10 Minute Mega Spectacular 2019

November 12, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Let Hoonigan be your guide to one of the world’s biggest automotive shows, ever: SEMA. Bigger Burnyard, more hosts, more cars, and more time in this one hour spectacular. [More…]
2019 Hot Wheels Legends Tour Winner ~ Photo: Hemmings
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Mattel Crowns 2019 Hot Wheels Legends Tour Winner

November 10, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Mattel unveiled the winner of the second annual Hot Wheels Legends Tour at the 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The Nash Metropolitan custom car, built by best friends Greg Salzillo and Dave Ford. [More…]
SEMA 2019 Battle of the Builders Winner ~ RingBrothers '69 Camaro VALKYRJE
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SEMA 2019 Winner ~ RingBrothers ’69 Camaro VALKYRJE

November 9, 2019 Roadkill Customs
A complete tour and detailed inspection of the 2019 Battle of the Builders winner, the 1969 Camaro built by RingBrothers. Cruise, revving… [More…]
How To Drive Into The SEMA Show Like A Boss
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How To Drive Into The SEMA Show Like A Boss with WelderUp

November 8, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Finnigan, Cotten, and Newbern spent last week drag racing Blasphemi and now it’s time to move it into the Motor Trend booth for The SEMA Show. [More…]
2019 SEMA Show Highlights ~ Day 3 Insane Cars & Trucks
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2019 SEMA Show Highlights ~ Day 3 Insane Cars & Trucks

November 8, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Enjoy coverage from Day 3 of the 2019 SEMA Show ~ Highlights from Las Vegas including the most insane cars, trucks, and parts… [More…]
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2019 SEMA Show Highlights ~ Day 2 Insane Cars & Trucks

November 7, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Enjoy coverage from Day 2 of the 2019 SEMA Show ~ Highlights from Las Vegas including the most insane cars, trucks, and parts… [More…]
Dodge Challenger Stolen, Crashed, Yet Still Made it to SEMA
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Dodge Challenger Stolen, Crashed, Yet Still Made It To SEMA

November 6, 2019 Roadkill Customs
This car was stolen and involved in a hit-and-run incident with the Nevada Highway Patrol, but it still made it to its display at SEMA. [More…]
2019 SEMA Show Highlights ~ Day 1
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2019 SEMA Show Highlights ~ Day 1 Insane Cars & Trucks

November 6, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Enjoy coverage of the 2019 SEMA Show ~ Highlights from Las Vegas including the most insane cars, trucks, and parts… [More…]

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