The world-famous annual SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) showcases all things auto-related. SEMA has revealed the winners of its prestigious Best New Products Awards during the 2023 SEMA Show. These awards celebrate the most innovative and forward-thinking automotive aftermarket products that will become available in 2023. These products are evaluated across 18 award categories, with each category having one winner and two runners-up. Here at Expedition Portal, we choose to ignore the shiny flat cars and related products and instead search for products that will serve us as overland travelers.
BAK Industries – X4ts Truck Bed Cover, RealTruck
The X4ts Truck bed cover is the winner of the 2023 SEMA Exterior Accessory Product category. It is a hard folding tonneau cover designed to safeguard your valuable cargo, and this latest version of BAK’s Revolver X4ts represents an improvement on an already solid design. It maintains its durability with marine-grade vinyl stretched over cut-resistant aluminum slats. What sets the new BAK X4ts apart is its full matte-black finish, which extends to all components, including mounting brackets, clamps, hardware, and the metal slats themselves. This attention to detail ensures that the Revolver X4ts looks sleek and appealing, whether open or closed. Enhanced weather resistance is a hallmark of the new Revolver X4s, thanks to a heavy-duty integrated bulkhead seal, flat seals, and redesigned rear corner caps. These features ensure that the cover maintains a smooth and streamlined appearance.
From $1,200 | realtruck.com
DroneMobile XC Dash Cam
The XC Dash Camera, model XC-LTE, is a 2K QHD dash cam equipped with LTE, GPS, and Wi-Fi capabilities. It is designed to be compatible with all vehicles and was recognized as a SEMA Mobile Electronics Product Winner. Scheduled for release in Winter 2023, the Drone XC dash cam stands out as the sole cam capable of connecting to an aftermarket alarm or remote start system. It offers features such as live video streaming over LTE and on-demand video playback, along with additional video input for rear or interior camera installations. One of its key functions is 24/7 vehicle monitoring. In Drive Mode, it records continuously from the moment you start driving until your ignition turns off, ensuring you capture all relevant moments on the road. In Parking Mode, the recording activates when motion or impact is detected, enhancing security. Moreover, the Live View feature allows you to observe real-time footage from your vehicle over LTE, giving you a direct view of what your car sees as it happens.
$380 | dronemobile.com
22-23 Toyota Tundra 6-inch Stage 9 Suspension System Billet With Subframe Kit by Icon Vehicle Dynamics
This suspension system, designed by Icon Vehicle Dynamics, stands out as the winning SEMA Off-Road/4-Wheel Drive product. Key features of this system include the utilization of 2.5-Series front coilovers and rear shocks equipped with remote reservoirs, enhancing damping performance and vehicle control while ensuring improved shock cooling. An impressive aspect of this product is Icon’s Compression Damping Electronic Valve (CDEV) technology, enabling convenient in-vehicle adjustment of compression damping settings and active adjustments via Icon Intelligent Control (IIC). IIC utilizes onboard sensors to monitor G-forces and the movement of the vehicle chassis, allowing for near-instantaneous compression damping adjustments on CDEV-equipped shocks, all according to user-defined settings. This suspension system allows up to a 40 percent increase in front wheel travel over the stock setup without causing stress to original equipment components. It is thoughtfully designed to accommodate 37-inch tires with full articulation, though larger tires may fit with fender trimming and modifications. This product has yet to be made available.
From $13,300 | iconvehicledynamics.com
SeaSucker Universal Recovery Mount
As a runner-up in the Mobile Electronics Product category, the Universal Recovery Mount by SeaSucker offers a practical solution for keeping your recovery boards readily accessible when faced with challenging terrain, such as sand or mud. This innovative mount ensures a secure and convenient attachment of your recovery boards without the need to drill into your truck’s sheet metal, thanks to SeaSucker’s robust and dependable vacuum mounts. Featuring two platforms with adjustable threaded posts, this mount is designed to accommodate virtually any recovery board available on the market and can be used with a wide range of off-road vehicles. The inclusion of user-friendly hex knobs allows for the swift deployment of your boards, eliminating the need for any specialized tools.
From $265 | seasucker.com
Fanttik X9 Pro Portable Tire Inflator
The Fanttik X9 Pro Portable Tire Inflator with accessories, winner in the SEMA Tire and Related Product category, offers a comprehensive solution for many tire inflation needs. This all-in-one device is equipped with a built-in high-performance chip, ensuring an inflation rate of 17 liters per minute and a high-pressure capacity of 150 PSI. Its versatility extends beyond tires, making it suitable for inflating a wide range of items, from motorcycles and bikes to sports equipment such as floats, air mattresses, and balls. This compact inflator is not only efficient but also excels in recharging speed; it eliminates the frustration of waiting for your inflator to be ready, as a full charge takes just 25 minutes. The device’s hose body is intelligently designed, featuring an auto-detection mechanism that activates when removed from the panel, and the X9 includes a safety feature that automatically shuts off after three minutes of non-use, preventing accidental activation and over-inflation.
From $60 | fanntik.com
Trac TireJack/Roller Accessory Plate
In the category of SEMA Tools and Equipment Products, the Trac TireJack/Roller Accessory Plate has earned recognition as a runner-up. This accessory plate simplifies handling tires, providing an ergonomic and efficient solution and saving your back from the strain of lining up those 37s. With the TRAC TireJack, the process is straightforward; it effortlessly slides under the tire, and you can easily leverage it on or off the vehicle. There’s no need for strenuous lifting with your back. By applying leverage, you can smoothly lift the tire away from the vehicle, and when it comes to installation, the process is just as straightforward – lifting the tire and sliding it back onto the vehicle. For added convenience and ease of use, there is a roller accessory plate available with the TRAC TireJack. This addition provides a more straightforward method for aligning the wheel with the studs. The accessory plate is constructed with heavy-duty welded steel, ensuring long-lasting durability. It features steel base rollers that support the tire and facilitate smooth rolling. Despite its sturdiness, the weight of the Trac TireJack is a manageable 5 pounds.
From $150 | liftwithtrac.com
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