Aside from checking out all the insane rides at SEMA, we also look forward to checking out the latest products that will be hitting the streets. Advanced air-ride parts, innovative new tools, even small things like customizable luxury floormats turn us on. Check out the batch of items that had us wondering how fast SEMA security would’ve caught up to us if we attempted a jack move.
Drag Smarter
www.airbagit.com
Airbagit's new Smartride app allows you to transform your iPad, iPhone, Android, or Blackberry device into a wireless air system remote. Couple this with their new pressure and height sensors, and you’ve got yourself a smarter, more intelligent air-ride system.
Miracle Mats
www.inpelleautoaccessories.com
Inpelle promotes leather passion, and by the looks of their luxurious floormats, they aren't kidding around. With two finishes to choose from and five color options, and lots of applications, even for minis, you’ll be sure to fall in love with these Italian handcrafted skins.
Positive Impact
www.ingersollrandproducts.com
The W7150 cordless impactool from Ingersoll Rand is a revolutionary high-power assault weapon you need to have. It features 780 lb-ft of max reverse torque and 1,100 lb-ft of pure nut-busting torque. Get the convenience of a cordless with the power of an air tool.
A Slick Kick
www.kicker.com
Don't want to run a head unit in your truck but still want tunes? Now, with Kicker's PXi50.2 amplified controller, you can hook up your iPod, iPad, or any other type of MP3 player and scroll through your music with the rubber backlit buttons on the controller. You can still run other amplifiers through this gadget, so if you want to keep your dash uncluttered and deck-free but still be able to bump some music, this little number is for you.
Burn Rubber
www.generaltire.com
The G-MAX AS-03 tire from General Tire is a dominant, all-weather, ultra-high-performance hunk of rubber. Aside from the attractive tread pattern, this tire features General's advanced Replacement Tire Monitor (RTM) and Visual Alignment Indicators (VAI) systems built into it. Dry and wet conditions, as well as light snow, are no problem for the G-MAX.
Recharge
www.optimabatteries.com
Optima's digital 1200 battery charger is microprocessor-controlled and conditions and maintains 12V cells as well as recovers deeply discharged batteries and extends battery life. A USB charging port allows for charging of iPhone, iPad, and any other gadget you may have that's low on juice.
Long Sleeve
www.kinetikaudio.com
Kinetik's KMS-24 battery mounting sleeves are constructed from high-quality steel and feature a black powdercoat finish. These sleeves allow for standing and flush-mounting and feature countersunk screw eyelets and mounting feet—perfect for a secondary power solution.
Covered
www.billetspecialties.com
Here's one for you LS guys! Billet Specialties' new valve covers feature aggressive styling and retain the coil packs in the factory location. Precision-machined from billet aluminum, these covers also come with stainless hardware, a stainless mesh screen with a hidden oil fill, and are available in a polished or black anodized finish.
Metal Face
www.thehoffmangroup.com/aurora
Aurora Instruments' new metal gauge series kits come with multiple face inserts (Metric and Imperial), needles, time rings, and emblems. An interchangeable design allows for easy customizing even after the gauges have been installed.
Cornered
www.accuairsuspension.com
AccuAir's VU2 2-corner valve unit is a versatile electronic solenoid valve unit that's perfect for rear-only air suspension setups but can also be stacked for four-corner systems.