SEMA Show 2026: New Parts Worth Watching
The SEMA Show, the aftermarket industry's big trade show, runs November 3-6, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center with 2,000+ exhibiting brands. The biggest SEMA Show 2026 new parts announced so far: Honda Racing Corporation USA's first HRC Performance Parts, 70+ Stinger HEXCORE lighting kits, new Mickey Thompson tires and wheels, and a new Next Level Truck Gear brand from Classic Design Concepts. The show hasn't started yet, so this is what's been announced, not a recap.
What Is the SEMA Show?
The SEMA Show is an annual trade show for the specialty equipment and aftermarket industry. SEMA describes it as a trade-only event where manufacturers display and debut new products for industry buyers. The 2026 show runs November 3-6 in Las Vegas, and AAPEX runs November 3-5 at the Venetian Expo.
It's an industry preview, so think of these announcements as a look ahead rather than a shopping list for this week.
What Lighting Parts Are Debuting at SEMA 2026?
Stinger is bringing 70+ vehicle-specific HEXCORE lighting kits to the show and launching a new HEXCORE COLOR range. That's the lighting headline so far.
What we don't know yet is just as useful: kit contents, which vehicles are covered, pricing, and release dates weren't part of the details we verified. A vehicle-specific kit commonly fits the model it's listed for — always confirm against your vehicle's exact trim and engine and the product's fitment data before buying.
Two practical points if lighting is on your list. Lighting on a road vehicle has to meet lighting rules, so for headlights look for DOT and SAE markings. And anything that adds color can be restricted on public roads depending on where it's mounted, so check your local rules before buying.
Lighting kits are upgrades. If a headlight is cracked, hazy, or full of water, a replacement assembly is a different job. Our headlight assemblies are replacement units, and our headlight DIY guide walks through the swap. If unsure, consult a professional mechanic.
What Is Honda's HRC Performance Parts Launch?
Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC) is launching its first HRC Performance Parts line at SEMA 2026. The initial lineup is lightweight forged wheels and tuned exhaust systems for Honda and Acura vehicles, including the Civic Type R, Integra Type S, and Passport Trailsport.
Sales begin in March 2027 through Honda and Acura dealerships and Honda DreamShop online. Honda's announcement says they'll be sold exclusively through those channels.
Here's what Honda's release lists:
- A 19x10 forged wheel for the 2023+ Civic Type R and 2024+ Integra Type S. Honda lists it at 20.8 lbs., which is 5.5 lbs. lighter than the factory wheel.
- An 18x8 forged off-road wheel for the 2026+ Passport and 2023+ Pilot.
- A tuned cat-back exhaust for the 2026+ Passport and 2023+ Pilot, developed with Borla. Honda describes it as a direct installation using factory hangers.
Honda will also show prototypes: adjustable coilovers with camber plates, a big Brembo brake kit with 6-piston calipers, and a short-throw shifter. The release gives no sales date for those. HRC will be at Booth #24789 in the Central Hall.
These parts commonly fit the vehicles Honda lists — always confirm against your vehicle's exact trim and engine and the product's fitment data before buying. If unsure about installing wheels, an exhaust, or suspension parts, consult a professional mechanic.
The wheels and exhausts have a March 2027 sales date. The prototypes don't have one yet.
What Truck and Off-Road Parts Are Coming?
Mickey Thompson is debuting the limited-edition Street Comp GHT Signature Series street tire, in sizes 275/40R20 and 315/35R20. It's also expanding Baja Boss A/T and M/T sizes, including 40-inch all-terrain fitments, and adding new 15-inch and 16-inch sizes for its MT Classic Forged wheels.
Classic Design Concepts is launching a new brand, Next Level Truck Gear, with a patented truck bed system. The details we verified stop there, so we're not guessing at features or fitment.
Bigger tires change what clears the fender, the bumper, and the suspension. That's one more reason fitment data matters on truck builds. If rubbing or an off-road hit left a bumper cover cracked or sagging, our guide on cracked or sagging bumper covers when to repair and when to replace. Our bumper cover collection has replacements.
Truck announcements so far are tires, wheels, and bed gear. Check clearance and fitment before you change anything.
What Does SEMA Mean for a Regular Car Owner?
Most SEMA parts are upgrades, not replacements. The show is trade-only, and many products are built to add performance or change a vehicle's look. They aren't made to replace what wore out.
Still, SEMA shapes what buyers ask for next. Lighting styles and truck gear are good examples. A trend that debuts on the show floor can turn into questions at the parts counter later.
For most owners, the practical questions don't change: does it fit, and is the quality good? If your own front end needs work, start with the basics: a headlight assembly, a bumper cover, or a grille assembly. Our Shop by Vehicle tool filters parts by your exact vehicle.
What to Watch During the Show (November 3-6)
Here's what's worth following as the week plays out:
- HRC at Booth #24789. Look for more on the prototype coilovers, brake kit, and shifter, including any sales dates or pricing.
- Stinger HEXCORE COLOR. Details on what's in the new range and which vehicles the kits cover.
- Mickey Thompson. The sizes and fitments behind the Baja Boss expansion and the Street Comp GHT Signature Series.
- Next Level Truck Gear. What the patented truck bed system includes and what it fits.
- SEMA's own schedule. The SEMA site posts a vehicle reveal schedule and show guide.
- SEMA Fest, Friday, November 6. The car culture and live music event closes out the week.
The details to watch for are fitment lists, prices, and release dates. Those are the ones that haven't been announced yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the SEMA Show 2026?
The SEMA Show runs November 3-6, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. AAPEX runs November 3-5 at the Venetian Expo.
Can anyone attend the SEMA Show?
SEMA describes the show as trade-only. SEMA Fest, a car culture and live music event, takes place Friday, November 6. Check sema.org for registration details.
What is HRC Performance Parts, and when can I buy it?
It's Honda Racing Corporation USA's first line of performance parts, starting with forged wheels and tuned exhausts. Sales begin in March 2027 through Honda and Acura dealerships and Honda DreamShop online.
What lighting is debuting at SEMA 2026?
Stinger is bringing 70+ vehicle-specific HEXCORE lighting kits and launching a new HEXCORE COLOR range. Vehicle lists and pricing weren't part of what we verified.
Will SEMA parts fit my car?
Many are vehicle-specific upgrades. A part commonly fits the vehicles it's listed for — always confirm against your vehicle's exact trim and engine and the product's fitment data before buying.
Are SEMA parts replacement parts?
Mostly not. Most are upgrades. If you need a replacement headlight, bumper cover, or grille, our collections are a better starting point.