SEMA Show Exhibitors Win Global Media Awards

By Della Domingo

More than 130 companies were recognized by a panel of esteemed international journalists for having a product that would resonate with consumers in their home countries. Twenty-three judges from 16 countries participated in the 2023 Global Media Awards Program that took place during the 2022 SEMA Show.

Glad to return to the iconic Show following the pandemic, the international judges carefully reviewed and evaluated the items on display in the New Products Showcase to select the award winners. Winning exhibitors received their awards and spoke with the journalists who selected their products at the International Happy Hour on Wednesday, November 2.

Below, in alphabetical order by country, publication and participating journalist, are the winning exhibitors and products from the 2023 Global Media Awards Program.

ARGENTINA

Judge: Luis Zschocke
Media Outlet: New Tune Up

• FiTech Fuel Injection, 30013 Go EFI 8 1200 HP Power Adder Bright Aluminum Finish System
• MAHLE Motorsport, Ford 5.0L Modular Coyote Gen 3 Direct Injected (’18+) PowerPak Piston Set
• AAD Performance, S550 Mustang Front Lower Control Arms
• Dana Incorporated, Ultimate Dana 60 Semi-Float Rear Axle for Ford Bronco
• Vintage Air Inc., ’64–’66 Ford Mustang Gen 5 SureFit system
• AAD Performance, S550 Mustang Front Lower Tension Arms
• Speedmaster, Ford SB 289 302 351w Aluminum Complete Serpentine Belt Drive System Kit [Polished]
• TRAC LLC/Tire Cart and Tire Jack, TRAC Tire Jack
• Holley, Hooker Small-Block Chevrolet Exhaust Manifolds
• Speedmaster, GM 4L80E Aluminum Transmission Pan with Silicon Gasket

AUSTRALIA

Judge: Ben Davidson
Media Outlet: Jeep Action Magazine

• Diode Dynamics, Stage Series LED Rock Light
• Eaton Performance, Jeep Detroit Truetrac
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries “RE-START” Lithium Starter Battery
• ICON Vehicle Dynamics, ICON Alloys 17-in. Recon Pro with Innerlock Technology
• Cooper Tire & Rubber Co., Cooper Discoverer Rugged Trek
• Addax Overland/Hinckley Overlanding, Jeep X Addax Overland Trailer
• TRAC LLC/Tire Cart and Tire Jack, TRAC Tire Jack
• Quadratec, Lost Canyon Truck Bed Tent for JT Gladiator
• Mach Built, M1 MachLight
• Rock Slide Engineering, Gen 3 Step Slider

Judge: Peter Ronis
Media Outlet: All Torque Podcast Pty. Ltd.

• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries MICRO-START XP20 Lithium Jump Starter
• Smartop, Smartop Platform Truck Bed cover
• I-CAR, Hands-On Electric Vehicle Training
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries “RE-START” Lithium Starter Battery
• Retro Manufacturing, RetroSound Europa Radio
• GlueTread- Sidewall Repair, GlueTread 4x4 Sidewall Repair Kit
• WARN / FAB FOURS / FABTECH / FACTOR 55, Fabtech 2022 Ford Bronco Heavy Duty Tie Rods
• ADRO Inc., Adro Tesla Model Y carbon-fiber rear diffuser
• Lippert: CURT, Ranch Hand, UWS, LUVERNE, ARIES, CURT Echo In-Line Trailer Brake Controller
• Mile Marker Industries, Inc., Customizable Mission Series Winch

Judge: Simon Christie
Media Outlet: 4WD TV

• Cooper Tire & Rubber Co., Cooper Discoverer Rugged Trek, Tire and Related Product
• Project X, DR.03
• Diode Dynamics, Stage Series LED Rock Light
• Project X, LB.24
• Go Rhino Big Country Truck accessories, Xventure Gear Recovery Winch Hook
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries “RE-START” Lithium Starter Battery
• ICON Vehicle Dynamics, ICON ALLOYS 17-in. RECON PRO W/INNERLOCK TECHNOLOGY
• GlueTread- Sidewall Repair, GlueTread 4x4 Sidewall Repair Kit
• Go Rhino Big Country Truck accessories, Xventure Gear Shovel Kit
• HitchLocker LLC, HitchLocker Drop Hitch

BRAZIL

Judge: Eduardo Bernasconi
Media Outlet: Revista Fullpower

• Quadratec, Lost Canyon Truck Bed Tent for JT Gladiator
• International Industry LLC, Fuel tank laser sensor/sender
• OPTIMA Batteries, ORANGETOP HYPERCORE Lithium
• Integrated Engineering, IE Drag-Race Performance Brake Kit For Audi B9 S4 & S5
• AlphaRex, AlphaRex ’21+ Ford F150 LUXX-Series LED Tail lights (Alpha-Black)
• Papp Plastics and Distributing Limited, Aira FreePower
• Black Horse Off Road, RGM Styline Mustang Aero Kit
• GlueTread- Sidewall Repair, GlueTread 4x4 Sidewall Repair Kit
• Spyder Auto, ALT-YD-FF15021-LED-BK
• Dakota Digital, GRFX-55C-PU 1955-59 Chevy Truck Grafix Series Gauge System

Judge: Ludmilla Kruppa
Media Outlet: Revista Garagem Old School

• Dakota Digital, GRFX-55C-PU 1955-59 Chevy Truck Grafix Series Gauge System
• Flaming River Industries Inc., Custom Microsteer Integrated Column Program
• CVF Racing, Chevy Small Block Compact Serpentine Kit
• Retro Manufacturing, RetroSound Europa Radio
• IDIDIT, LLC, Push To Start Ignition with Smart Entry Exit Recognition
• Speedway Motors Inc., Speedway Motors Aluminum Aero Shield, Hairpin Cover
• Old Air Products, ’68 Mustang – Control Bezel & Louver Set
• Ridetech, ’65-’79 F-100 Front Suspension System
• New Vintage USA, ’94–’99 Dodge Ram Truck
• Universal Air Suspension, Ford Mach E Air Suspension Conversion

CANADA

Judge: Adam Gordon
Media Outlet: PASMAG

• Garrett Advancing Motion, Garrett Vent External Wastegates | 40mm 45mm 50mm
• HERITAGE WHEEL, Heritage Wheel KOKORO Lug Nuts
• Horizon Brands, TYPE S Formula DRIFT Pro Series Exterior Smart Lighting Kit
• Victor Racing Inc., Smart Canards
• Design Engineering, Inc (DEI), Sensor Covers
• MaxxHaul Towing Products, 3 in 1 Drain Pan, Tool Creeper and Tool Tray
• Retro Manufacturing, RetroSound SUB8100 8-in. Powered Subwoofer
• All-Fit Automotive, All-Fit Lip Kit
• Powerbuilt and Caterpillar, Big Wheel Rolling Mechanic’s Seat
• HKS USA Inc., HIPERMAX R SERIES

CHILE

Judge: Felipe Joui
Media Outlet: UHP Magazine

• BOOSTane Fuel Solution, RACE FUEL
• GIG Performance, Thunder Rod
• K&N Engineering Inc., 63-1591 AIRCHARGER; RAM 1500 TRX V8-6.2L F/I, ’21-’22
• Borla Performance, Active Performance Sound
• Specialty Auto Parts/Proform, PROFORM LS Oil Pump Primer Tool
• Atturo Tire Corp., AZ850DR
• K&N Engineering Inc., AEM-21-879C C.A.S. BMW 330i L4-2.0L F/I; 2019-2021
• Integrated Engineering, IE High-Flow Charge Pipe Kit For Audi B9 S4 & S5 3.0T
• Advanced Fuel Dynamics, ProFlex DX Flex Fuel System for ’18–’23 Mustang GT and Mach 1
• AMS Performance, AMS Performance Nissan Z VR30 Intercoolers

FINLAND

Judge: Tomi Eronen
Media Outlet: Amerikan Rauta

• MAHLE Motorsport, LS 5.3L (Gen 4) Flat Top Drop-In PowerPak Piston Set
• Scat, Procar, AFR – Air Flow Research, AIR FLOW RESEARCH “ENFORCER” CYLINDER HEAD - 5.3L LS
• Comp Turbo, CTR8890R Patented Aircooled Oil-Less 1850HP Turbocharger
• The Wheel Group/Wheel-1, RIDLER 610
• Classic Industries/OER, ’85–’92 Camaro Tail Light Assemblies
• Speedway Motors Inc., Speedway Motors Steering Wheel And Horn Assembly, Chevy Pickup
• Retro Manufacturing, RetroSound Europa Radio
• Kontio Tyres, Kontio WhitePaw Classic
• CFR Performance, Gen-3 Hemi Finned Valve Covers
• Speedmaster, Chevy LS 2pc Finned Vintage Hidden Coil Aluminum Valve Cover – Black

FRANCE

Judge: Jerome Andre
Media Outlet: Generation 4x4 Magazine

• Victor Racing Inc., Smart Canards
• ICON Vehicle Dynamics, ICON ALLOYS 17-in. REBOUND SLX
• Hypercraft, HyperPack
• Hellwig Products, ’17–’21 Tesla Model 3 Rear Sway Bar
• ADRO Inc., Adro Tesla Model 3 carbon fiber front lip
• Quadratec, Axle-Back Exhaust System for JK/JL Wrangler
• Project X, 41QT Blizzard Box
• Rock Slide Engineering, Bronco Cinch  Strap
• APP EV Systems, APP EV Systems Battery Conversion Kit
• Papp Plastics and Distributing Limited, Aira FreePower

HONDURAS

Judge: Edmundo Pazzetti
Media Outlet: Piloto Y Maquina

• SeaSucker, Monkey Bars (Ridge Ready)
• Cell Phone Seat, Cell Phone Seat
• Turbosmart, Pneumatic StraightGate50 Butterfly Style External Wastegate
• Victor Racing Inc., Smart Canards
• GlueTread- Sidewall Repair, GlueTread 4x4 Sidewall Repair Kit
• International Industry LLC, Fuel tank laser sensor/sender
• OPTIMA Batteries, ORANGETOP HYPERCORE Lithium
• Madico, Inc., ClearPlex by Madico Nano-Ceramic Windshield Protection Film
• Sagola by Elcometer/Elcometer, Sagola Spray VR training
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries "RE-START" Lithium Starter Battery

Judge: Juan Carlos Cuellar
Media Outlet: Sobre Ruedas

• CARCAPSULE USA, SC1 Indoor ShowCase,
• Key Technology, 7 AI FUNCTIONS ADAS DUAL DASH CAMERA
• KNIPEX Tools, Pliers Wrench XS
• Horizon Brands, TYPE S Wireless Power Bank Jump Starter + USB-C Cable
• Cedar Electronics, Escort MAX 360c MKII
• Cedar Electronics, Cobra 75 All Road
• MouseBlocker, MouseBlocker 1000X Garage Rodent Deterrent
• ActionTrax, ActionTrax
• Lincoln Electric, POWER MIG 211i MIG Welder
• Powerbuilt and Caterpillar, Big Wheel Rolling Mechanic's Seat

ITALY

Judge: Pierluigi Mancini
Media Outlet: Elaborare GT Tuning Magazine

• Top Speed Auto Accessories, Inc., Titanium Exhaust for Lotus Elise Exige S2 05-06 Dual Canister with resonator,
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries "RE-START" Lithium Starter Battery
• EGR Inc., EGR RollTrac
• AGS Company, Plastic Bumper and Trim Restorer
• Sprint Booster/JRP, Sprint Booster V3 Ultimate Control
• MAHLE Motorsport, SBC 23° USRA Factory Stock PowerPak Piston Set
• Design Engineering, Inc (DEI), Titanium Knitted Sleeve
• K&N Engineering Inc., 63-1591 AIRCHARGER; RAM 1500 TRX V8-6.2L F/I, ’21–’22
• Holley, ’64–’67 Pontiac GTO Direct Fit Gauge Set
• ProCharger, ’22 Mustang GT & Mach 1 5.0l ProCharger High Output Intercooled Supercharger System w/Factory Airbox

KAZAKHSTAN

Judge: Olzhas Oqas
Media Outlet: KOLESA.KZ

• International Industry LLC, Fuel tank laser sensor/sender
• ProCharger, ’22–’05 Toyota 4Runner and Tacoma 3.5l & 4.0l 50-State Legal Intercooled Supercharger System
• Borla Performance, Active Performance Sound
• CARCAPSULE USA, SC1 Indoor ShowCase
• TRAC LLC/Tire Cart and Tire Jack, TRAC Tire Jack
• SeaSucker, Classic Ski Rack
• Vintage Air Inc., Gen-5 Super Magnum heat/cool/defrost system
• TRUE SPIKE, AR15 RIFLE BULLET ANTENNA
• 3D Printing Your Plugs! Fast. Little Labor. Always Symmetrical., MAKEiT2x4 Large Format 3D Printer
• EZ Universal Wheels, EZ Roller-Spinner 26.5-in. Universal Wheel with Interchangeable Hub Sizes with wedge nut system

MEXICO

Judge: Angel Gonzalez
Media Outlet: Mas Motor

• AlphaRex, AlphaRex ’21+ Ford Bronco NOVA-Series LED Projector Headlights (Alpha-Black)
• Design Infini, Fittipaldi Street 362
• Spyder Auto, ALT-YD-FS2020-LED-RD
• Mickey Thompson Tires and Wheels, 35x15.50R24 Baja Boss A/T
• K&N Engineering Inc., 77-9042KP PERF. INTAKE KIT; TOYOTA TUNDRA V6-3.5L F/I, 2022
• Maxxis Tire, VICTRA SPORT EV
• Impact Wheels, 904 BLACK MILLED OFF-ROAD WHEEL
• Project X, DL.70
• ORACLE Lighting, ORACLE Flush Mount (Lensless) LED Tail Lights for ’07–’17 JK Jeep Wrangler
• Attica 4x4, 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma Full LED high/low-beam Sequential Head light

Judge: Daniel Garcia Solis
Media Outlet: Trocas/V8 Muscle Cars

• Classic Industries/OER, ’73–’74 Dodge Dart Grill
• Fanttik, Fanttik X8 Portable Tire Inflator Mini
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries “RE-START” Lithium Starter Battery
• Project X, GHOST BOX
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries Lithium Powerstation
• Intellitronix, Aurora (part of the White Lightning series)
• VAIS Technology, Push Button Start with Passive Entry, Proximity Based
• Retro Manufacturing, RetroSound Europa Radio
• Dakota Digital, GRFX-55C-PU ’55–’59 Chevy Truck Grafix Series Gauge System
• GlueTread- Sidewall Repair, GlueTread 4x4 Sidewall Repair Kit

Judge: Salvador Castillo
Media Outlet: Television Del Pacifico

• Cell Phone Seat, Cell Phone Seat
• CVF Offroad, CVF Offroad Legion Front Bumper—’17–’22 Ford F-250/F-350
• ORACLE Lighting, ORACLE Lighting Skid Plate with Integrated LED Emitters for Jeep Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT- Package Design
• Nitro Innovations—Nitrogen Plastic Welder, Nitro Innovations Nitrogen Plastic Welder
• Sagola by Elcometer/Elcometer, Sagola Spray VR training
• Scangrip, Scangrip UV-Extreme Plus
• CVF Offroad, CVF Offroad Legion Front Bumper—’20+ Chevy 2500/3500
• Truck Hero, Havoc EVOC Fender Flare
• Bestop Premium Accessories Group, Ford Bronco Fender Flares
• All-Fit Automotive, All-Fit Gap Trim

SOUTH AFRICA

Judge: Graham Erasmus
Media Outlet: Automotive Business Review

• MAXTRAX, MAXTRAX RECOVERY SYSTEM
• Speedway Motors Inc., Speedway Sway Bar Kits, ’70–’81 GM F-Body, Splined
• Borla Performance, Active Performance Sound
• Thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, B8 6112
• TRAILFX, Traction Boards
• Inspired Overland, Lightweight Rooftop Tent
• Kleinn Air Horns, USTL-734
• Mile Marker Industries, Inc., Customizable Mission Series Winch
• GREEN FILTER / Ground Force, Green Filter BMW/Mini Cooper ’14–’22 #7372
• GIG Performance, Thunder Rod

Judge: Victor Pardal
Media Outlet: IgnitionTV

• DeatschWerks, 415LPH DW400s Fuel Pump
• Comp Turbo, CTR8080H Patented Aircooled Oil-Less 1350HP Turbocharger
• NRG Innovations, FIA BUCKET SEAT
• Integrated Engineering, IE Suspension System For VW & Audi MQB (GTI, Golf R, A3, S3)
• Kicker, L7X 12-in. High Output Subwoofer
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries Lithium Powerstation
• Turbosmart, Pneumatic StraightGate50 Butterfly Style External Wastegate
• ActionTrax, ActionTrax
• Race Winning Brands, MGP Connecting Rods—Toyota 2JZGTE Aluminum Connecting Rods
• Bubba Off-Road Recovery Gear, Bubba Off-Road Truck Recovery Gear Set

SOUTH KOREA

Judge: Young Jun Yu
Media Outlet: Car and Tech

• SATA Spray Equipment, SATAjet X 5500 FUTURE
• Horizon Brands, TYPE S Wireless Power Bank Jump Starter + Lightning Cable
• Horizon Brands, TYPE S Wireless Power Bank Jump Starter + USB-C Cable
• Horizon Brands, Tiny Traveler HD Baby Car Monitoring System with Add-On Camera & Travel Kit
• 3M, 3M Perfect-It Random Orbital Polishing System
• Milwaukee Tool, M12 Underbody Light
• NotcHead, NotcHead AN Wrenches with Inserts
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries Lithium Powerstation
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries “RE-START” Lithium Starter Battery
• Fanttik, Fanttik X8 Portable Tire Inflator Mini

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Judge: Nabil Moustafa
Media Outlet: Strive Middle East

• Victor Racing Inc., Smart Canards
• Quadratec, Lost Canyon Truck Bed Tent for JT Gladiator
• GlueTread- Sidewall Repair, GlueTread 4x4 Sidewall Repair Kit
• Borla Performance, Active Performance Sound, Electric Vehicle Product
• EGR Inc., EGR RollTrac
• Ark Corporation, Ark XOTech Power Distribution Hub
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries “RE-START” Lithium Starter Battery
• Horizon Brands, Tiny Traveler HD Baby Car Monitoring System with Add-On Camera & Travel Kit
• AudioControl, SRK-JK11H
• MGP Caliper Covers, MGP Caliper Covers—Artist Series by Scotthattoxartwork on ig

UNITED KINGDOM

Judge: Mike Rysiecki
Media Outlet: Auto Italia Magazine

• Garrett Advancing Motion, Garrett Club Line | GBC35 GBC37 Turbocharger
• Centerforce Clutches, a Division of Midway Industries, Centerforce DYAD DS Clutch and Flywheel Kit for Late-Model Ford Mustangs
• AAD Performance, S550 Mustang Front Lower Control Arms
• Opus  IVS, Test Drive CoPilot
• TRAC LLC/Tire Cart and Tire Jack, TRAC Tire Jack
• Universal Air Suspension, Ford Mach E Air Suspension Conversion
• AIR DESIGN, ’22+ MACH-E CARBON-FIBER REAR DECK SPOILER
• CTEK, CS FREE: 4-in-1 multi-functional charger, maintainer, adaptive booster and powerbank
• Speedway Motors Inc., 3 in 1 Digital LED Gauge, Water Temp, Oil Pressure, Volts, 2-1/16
• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries “RE-START” Lithium Starter Battery

VENEZUELA

Judge: Henry Pierini
Media Outlet: AutoZulia International

• Antigravity Lithium Batteries, Antigravity Batteries “RE-START” Lithium Starter Battery
• Thor's Lightning, Thor’s Lightning Bolt True Dual Air Compressor
• VAIS Technology, Push Button Start with Passive Entry, Proximity Based
• GlueTread – Sidewall Repair, GlueTread 4x4 Sidewall Repair Kit
• Stoner Car Care, Hybrid Ceramic Detailer
• Quadratec, Lynx Whipsaw Wheel for Bronco
• CVF Offroad, CVF Offroad W-5000-S Winch
• Fanttik, Fanttik X8 Portable Tire Inflator Mini
• MITO Corporation, NAVPRO+ GPS Navigation Module with Wireless Carplay & Android Auto
• Bantam Tools, Bantam Tools Desktop CNC Milling Machine

To learn more about the Global Media Awards Program, visit www.sema.org/gmawinner