Creativity On Display At SEMA As Ford Showcases 10 Custom Builds Featuring Ford Performance Parts, Accessories

Style Magazine Newswire | 11/2/2022, 3:22 p.m.
Ford to demonstrate the art of personalization with 10 unique vehicle builds on its most popular nameplates at this year’s …
2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT

Ford has teamed up with leading aftermarket builders and parts manufacturers to deliver 10 unique versions of its hottest vehicles, highlighting the ways customers can personalize their rides with hundreds of Ford Performance Parts and Ford Licensed Accessories.

"We designed Ford vehicles to be easier to customize, with installation points and aftermarket accessories engineered from the start of the design process," said Eric Cin, Ford global director, vehicle personalization, accessories, and licensing. "We work actively with the aftermarket to share our product designs so customers can personalize and put the finishing touches on their vehicle to make it all their own."

Ford’s personalization and accessories business has grown 40 percent in the last two years, providing customers the opportunity to create experiences beyond the point of vehicle sale. To date, retailers have sold more than 1 million factory-backed accessories for Bronco, the most accessorized vehicle in the Ford lineup.

Here are complete details of the SEMA vehicles. Those interested can also visit this link for a full overview of the vehicle builds. Most aftermarket accessories used in this year’s vehicles will be available for purchase, except for custom parts. The Ford Vehicle Personalization team has created two custom, one-off vehicle builds featuring a multitude of Ford Accessories and Ford Performance Parts. Ford F-150 Lightning and Maverick were selected to showcase the best of the best in vehicle personalization.

Highlighted Ford accessories can be purchased from a local Ford dealer or ordered online for direct delivery. Customers have the option of having the parts installed at a dealership or on their own. Parts purchased with the vehicle can also be rolled into the customer’s monthly vehicle payment.

Mustang Mach-E: True Mustang Persona

Builder: Dom Tucci Design (Tucci Hot Rods)/Kay Automotive Graphics

SEMA location: West Hall, Booth No. 50165

Specs: Shadow Black GT, Extended Range Battery

Starting with a dual-motor 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT with mountains of electric torque and all-wheel drive, the Tucci Hot Rods vehicle is widened with a muscular custom lift-gate spoiler, fender arches with Tucci-made 3D-printed fender flares, vacuum-formed transparent wheel covers and a 3D-printed front lip, while a Kay Automotive custom graphics wrap brings significant style.

This Tucci vehicle wears Ford Accessories sill plates, door emblems, and GT badged tailgate. The cabin sports a Ford Accessories 140-degree dash cam, two Recaro® seats, racing harnesses with custom harness bar and custom-painted trim accents. Everything comes together for an aggressive look on a platform ripe for customization.

Dom Tucci and Kay Automotive’s Mustang Mach-E serves as the blueprint for the next generation of modified Mustang aesthetics. Tucci’s modifications to the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT are thoughtful and precise with the potential to support both an aesthetic and performance build.

2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT

2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT

Bronco Sport: Off-Roading Heritage

Builder: Yakima®/Hypertech®

SEMA location: West Hall, Booth No. 58069

Specs: 2.0-liter EcoBoost®, Badlands™, Velocity Blue

Just how far can a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport SUV travel off the beaten path?

This off-roading Heritage Bronco Sport custom build by Yakima and Hypertech aims to answer that very question. The SUV features an ARB portable air compressor, off-road recovery kit, exterior area and underbody lightning, and Aeroskin hood protector.

Ford Performance Parts was tapped to provide RIGID® Industries A-pillar lighting, a roof top off-road lightbar, Borla® exhaust upgrade, off-road recovery kit, and NOCO® GB-70 battery jump start pack for the ultimate in off-road gear.

Yakima and Hypertech’s off-roading Bronco Sport SUV exemplifies the perfect union of technology and off-road performance. The Bronco Sport’s already impressive off-roading performance record is enhanced by the Ford Performance Parts. A roof top tent, exterior lighting and sound system, and shower gives drivers the capability to comfortably partake in extended off-road journeys.

Bronco Sport

Bronco Sport

Bronco: Extreme Beach/Extreme Sports Support

Builder: WARN Industries

SEMA Location: West Hall, Booth No. 58051

Specs: 2.7-liter EcoBoost,® Wildtrak™, Oxford White

WARN’s Extreme Beach Bronco SUV gives drivers the capability to cross difficult terrain to their secret fishing holes, and the capability to reel in catches all day long. With a 270-degree awning, fishing rod box, DANA D60 axle with 5.38 gearing, and Indel B refrigerator, drivers can stay out all day and night while ensuring that both they and their trophy fish stay cool.

Bronco

Bronco

Bronco: Service Unit Vehicle

Builder: ARB

SEMA Location: West Hall, Booth No. 55015

Specs: 2.7-liter EcoBoost, ® 4x4, Wildtrak, Oxford White

ARB’s Service Unit Bronco SUV takes inspiration from the rugged, capable medical service vehicles used in the early 1900s and gives the concept a modern upgrade. Tube doors, an under-hood air compressor, jack mount, winch and light bar ensure that this Bronco custom creation can drive anywhere it needs to go.

Bronco

Bronco

Maverick: Street Truck

Builder: LEER® Group

SEMA Location: West Hall, Booth No. 57083

Specs: 2.5-liter Hybrid, front-wheel drive, Lariat, Carbonized Grey

LEER’s Ford Maverick pickup is a true work truck designed for hobbyists and professionals alike who pride themselves on being able to do anything, anywhere. Maverick’s expandable power station, toolbox, and roof rack bolster the truck’s already extensive storage options. Ford Research and Advanced Engineering solar panels connected to external charging ports ensure drivers will always have multiple ways to power their tools.

Maverick:

Maverick:

F-150 Lightning: Swiss Army Knife

Builder: Tjin Edition/Thule

SEMA Location: North Hall, SEMA Electrified Booth No. 11268

Specs: Extended Range Battery, all-wheel drive, SuperCrew, Lariat

The Tjin Edition F-150 Lightning pickup is a jack-of-all-trades, giving drivers the ability to venture into exciting, new spaces with confidence. Solar charging, a portable air compressor, refrigerator, console vault, Recaro front and rear seats, and Thule cargo accessories make Tjin Edition’s F-150 Lightning truck the perfect vehicle for a weekend getaway, off-roading adventure, or tailgating with family and friends. Two Super73® e-bikes mounted on the back of the truck offer blistering acceleration for people more at home on two wheels than four.

F-150 Lightning

F-150 Lightning

F-150 Lightning: Race Support

Builder: Real Truck/Motor City Solutions

SEMA Location: West Hall, Booth No. 50027

Specs: 131 kWh Extended Range Battery, AWD, SuperCrew, XLT, Iconic Silver

Real Truck’s Race Support F-150 Lightning pickup offers unmatched capability in both performance and support. Equipped with an air compressor, leveling kit, off-road recovery boards and Recaro seats along with a fully mobile toolbox and welding equipment, this F-150 Lightning pickup is equally at home on the road and at a Baja race as a support vehicle. Real Truck and Motor City Solutions’ F-150 Lightning truck comes with a Retrax® bed cover featuring a rail system, crossbars, extra Raptor wheels ensuring that drivers are not stranded by a flat tire. A custom underbody skid plate protects the Lightning while the Kay Automotive graphics wrap, inspired by Bronco Desert Racer livery, makes this race support truck an unforgettable vehicle.

F-150 Lightning

F-150 Lightning

F-150 Lightning: Race Support

Builder: Real Truck/Motor City Solutions

SEMA Location: West Hall, Booth No. 50027

Specs: 131 kWh Extended Range Battery, AWD, SuperCrew, XLT, Iconic Silver

Real Truck’s Race Support F-150 Lightning pickup offers unmatched capability in both performance and support. Equipped with an air compressor, leveling kit, off-road recovery boards and Recaro seats along with a fully mobile toolbox and welding equipment, this F-150 Lightning pickup is equally at home on the road and at a Baja race as a support vehicle. Real Truck and Motor City Solutions’ F-150 Lightning truck comes with a Retrax® bed cover featuring a rail system, crossbars, extra Raptor wheels ensuring that drivers are not stranded by a flat tire. A custom underbody skid plate protects the Lightning while the Kay Automotive graphics wrap, inspired by Bronco Desert Racer livery, makes this race support truck an unforgettable vehicle.

F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid

F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid

Transit: Digital Nomad

Builder: John Pangilinan

SEMA Location: Central Hall, Booth No. 24499

Specs: 3.5-liter EcoBoost, SRW, all-wheel drive, High Roof/Long Wheelbase Cargo van, Abyss Gray

John Pangilinan’s Digital Nomad Transit van gives new meaning to the word mobility. Equipped with an air compressor, off-road assistance kit, sliding kitchen and refrigerator, and 270-degree awning, Pangilinan’s Transit van is a fully capable off-road vehicle with the technology necessary for extended off-roading journeys.

Bronco: Off-Roading

Bronco: Off-Roading

Bronco: Off-Roading Performance

Builder: SEMA Businesswomen’s Network

SEMA Location: West Hall, Booth No. 57061

Specs: 2.7-liter, automatic transmission, 4x4, 4-door, Wildtrak, Iconic Silver

The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network Bronco is a rugged, capable, off-road vehicle complete with 4.70 gearing for both axles, WARN winch, Yakima two-person tent, rear mounted ARB jack, and a Ford calibrated tuning. The team of over 250 women, including five mother-daughter teams, designed the build process to include women from diverse backgrounds and skillsets to create the off-roading vehicle featured

All of the vehicles shown have been modified by independent vehicle modifiers for SEMA. They are for demonstration purposes only and are not available for sale by Ford. Ford’s display of these vehicles is not intended to, nor does it constitute an endorsement of the vehicle modifiers, vehicle modifications, or use of the vehicles by Ford. Ford has not evaluated these modified vehicles. Vehicle owners and modifiers should consult their Ford’s owner’s manual for important safety information before modifying vehicles. Vehicles that are not street legal or certified under FMVSS and safety and emission regulations are not intended or certified for use on public roads.