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More than 2,400 companies from all over the world exhibit here, making the SEMA Show unquestionably the best place to show […]","datePublished":"2017-11-07","dateModified":"2017-11-08","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/SEMA-2017.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/SEMA-2017.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/event-coverage\/best-cars-from-sema-2017\/","about":["EVENT COVERAGE","SHOWS"],"wordCount":377,"keywords":["Audi Clubsport TT","Audi TT","Ford Focus RS","honda civic type r","Land Rover Defender","Lexus LS 500","Oakley Design Bugatti Veyron","Rolls-Royce","SEMA 2017"],"articleBody":"For car modders and customisation nuts, the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) Show in Las Vegas is like Christmas come early.The annual event represents the $41.2 billion (\u00a331.35 billion) automotive aftermarket and it is the only trade show that brings together every segment of the car industry, from hot rods and off-roads, to mobile electronics and collision repair.More than 2,400 companies from all over the world exhibit here, making the SEMA Show unquestionably the best place to show off the hottest and newest automotive products.At the SEMA Show, very few cars look as \u2018off-the-shelf\u2019 as this Ford Focus RS, but with a series of performance upgrades, including FullRace intercooler, piping and intake and Ford Performance exhaust, this hot hatch still makes a statement.Its wheels, tyres, brakes and suspension have all been upgraded for increased feedback and sharper steering response.You or I would call that colour \u2018yellow\u2019, but Ford says its exterior is covered in Pennzoil yellow Axalta paint. If you say so…While we\u2019re in this section of the colour palette, here\u2019s another yellow beast. The Bugatti Veyron may have been surpassed by the Chiron in virtually every aspect, but it remains a visual treat and especially so in this Oakley Design bumblebee-esque colour scheme.This Lexus LS 500 was another very \u2018off-the-shelf\u2019 attendee at the SEMA Show, but just look at those DRLs. Lovely.Sick of traffic during your commute? This could be the congestion-buster you\u2019ve been looking for.We\u2019re not sure, but there\u2019s reason to suspect this Audi TT was sent back from the future to destroy the leader of the human resistance John Connor.We\u2019ve already spoken about the Audi TT Clubsport Turbo concept at length here, but here it is again in different livery.The new Honda Civic Type R looked slightly angelic in this very white get-up.Same goes for this Roller.Decals on this Rolls though? Ew, no.The Land Rover Defender may be a very British product but the Yanks have made it even more of an all-conquering beast here.Did someone supersize the Monopoly car?Come the apocalypse, this is what you\u2019d want on your driveway.Which cars have made you go \u2018oooooh!\u2019? Let us know down there in the comments. "},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Event Coverage","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/event-coverage\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"The best cars from SEMA 2017","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/event-coverage\/best-cars-from-sema-2017\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]