Plenty of Tesla Cybertrucks descended upon Las Vegas last week for SEMA, but the most dramatic of them all was brought to life by a Florida-based shop you’ve likely never heard of: Reds Miami. It has built what appears to be the world’s first Cybertruck dually, and it’s bound to divide opinions.

More often than not, dually setups are limited to hefty Heavy Duty pickups, but given all the buzz around the Cybertruck, it was only a matter of time before someone decided to bolt on two extra wheels at the rear. Tesla’s polarizing pickup truck was converted into a dually just a few days before SEMA.

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The new wheels chosen for the Tesla were produced by Diesel Wheels and measure a huge 26-inch at the rear while wrapped in 35-inch tires. A set of bespoke fender flares then had to be crafted for the EV and much to our surprise, they actually suit the design of the Tesla quite well.

This project wasn’t simply a matter of bolting on the extra wheels and the new arches, however. As standard, the Cybertruck’s charging port is located on the driver’s side rear wheel arch, so new cabling had to be run to accommodate the flared fenders. The Tesla is also equipped with rear-wheel steering. Apparently, this functionality has been retained, although we suspect the extra weight of the two additional 26-inch wheels may put a little bit of extra strain on the system.

Then there’s the range. Fitting huge wheels on an EV can have a noticeable impact on the driving range, as can all-terrain tires. There’s no word on how much this Cybertruck’s range has been cut by, but for some, any reduction in range will be more than worth it for the wild looks.

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Imagine you’re a criminal who’s running from the police. After perhaps playing a little too much Grand Theft Auto, you get into a police chase, but rather than pulling over, you floor it, trying to outrun the authorities. But you’re not being chased by any old patrol car; instead, a Tesla Model S Plaid is pursuing you. Yes, a Plaid. The EV equivalent of a ballistic missile on wheels, armed with 1,020 horsepower and a 0–60 time that’s under two seconds. Still feeling lucky?

While this scenario is unlikely to unfold (right,guys?), given how pricey the Model S Plaid is, that hasn’t stopped Unplugged Performance’s UP.FIT division from using the flagship EV as the base for its latest pursuit vehicle, unveiled at SEMA. It’s worth pointing out that this is a vehicle designed to showcase the brand’s police-focused upgrades, but Unplugged is accepting orders for its Model S Plaid, should any authorities in the US be interested in getting the ultimate pursuit vehicle.

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The modifications are a little more extensive than slapping on some flashing lights and calling it a day. To maximize the EV’s aerodynamics, UP.FIT has decided against using bulky lights on the roof and instead, incorporated these lights behind the windshield and the rear window.

The Model S Plaid’s front end has also been altered with a black push bar incorporating small red and blue lights. UP.FIT has then added high- and low-frequency emergency sirens and installed police lights to the skirts, the tailgate, and the rear diffuser. A black and white livery for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s department completes the look.

As standard, the flagship Model S leaves the factory with 1,020 hp and can hit 60 mph (96 km/h) in just 1.99 seconds. That’s more than quick enough to chase down any suspect, so UP.FIT hasn’t messed with the car’s two electric motors. However, it has upgraded the brakes and fitted new forged lightweight wheels.

Now, whether any law enforcement agency can actually justify splurging on a Model S Plaid is another question. But considering the increasingly exotic fleet of police cars out there—some departments already have Cybertrucks, after all—it’s not entirely out of the question.

SEMA never fails to attract a wide array of vehicles, and at this year’s event, modified Tesla Cybertrucks are expected to gather en masse. Unplugged Performance has become a leader in Tesla upgrades and has just previewed most of the 12 modified Cybertrucks it’s bringing to Las Vegas.

Each one stands out with a special exterior finish, and many of them have been fitted with an array of accessories, turning what is already an eye-catching pickup into one that looks absolutely bonkers.

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The most dramatic of them will be showcased at the Mothers Polish booth and comes equipped with Unplugged’s full line-up of ‘Invincible’ parts. These upgrades and accessories were previewed in December last year and include new heavy-duty steel front and rear bumpers that’ll set back buyers $2,995 and $3,995. That’s a lot of money for some new bumpers, but as we’ve learned over the last year, most Cybertruck owners aren’t short on cash.

Several other upgrades are available through the Invincible line-up. These include a $9,995 lift kit that boosts the ride height by 2.5 inches (63.5 mm), uprated bushings and joints, a slew of new LED light bars, custom wheels, a rear tire carrier, and even a carbon fiber hood.

Other Cybertrucks built by Unplugged Performance showcase other accessories, including steel panels sitting over the rear haunches of the truck that can be used to carry things like shovels and off-road tracks. Several brightly-colored wraps are also on display, alongside carbon fiber fender flares and different roof racks.

Unplugged UP.FIT division is also bringing along a fully-equipped Cybertruck police cruiser to SEMA. The patrol-ready Tesla was previewed back in June and sits on 18-inch wheels with pursuit-rated tires and features flashing red and blue lights. It’ll be showcased at the SEMA FutureTech Studio.

There’s no shortage of aftermarket accessories available for the Tesla Model 3, Model Y, and Model S, thanks partly to US-based firms like Unplugged Performance. A Taiwanese firm by the name of Custuning is now throwing its hat into the race and has previewed three Tesla bodykits it will unveil at next week’s SEMA Show.

The lineup kicks off with an upgrade package for the Tesla Model Y, dubbed Notos. If your Greek mythology is sharp, you’ll know Notos as the ancient god of the south wind—a fitting symbol of speed and power, according to Custuning.

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Upgrades start up-front, where the tuner has crafted a new bumper for the Model Y, complete with a pronounced splitter. A more aggressive hood has also been designed and new side skirts are included. Found at the rear is a bold diffuser and a larger lip spoiler. The car heading to SEMA is equipped with a slew of other performance parts from the firm, including lightweight forged wheels, eight-piston front brake calipers, and adjustable air suspension.

For the Model S, Custuning has previewed a package called Boreas, after Greek god of the cold north wind, storms, and winter. This one cranks up the aggression several notches, with carbon fiber construction. It’s far less subtle than the Model Y kit and rocks a custom splitter, aerodynamic skirts, and new fins at the rear. According to Custuning, it boosts downforce, although no specific details have been provided. A widebody kit is also under development.

Rounding out Custuning’s Greek-inspired lineup is the Eurus kit for the Model 3, named for the god of the east wind. Like Boreas, the Eurus kit brings a similar design language to the Model 3, with an array of carbon fiber elements for a more sharper and aggressive look.

Kia has become a much cooler and desirable brand than it was a decade ago and at next month’s SEMA Show, it will unveil a pair of creations that could show just how hip the carmaker has become.

While only two teasers have been released of the new models, there are no prizes for anyone who guesses what Kia has been up to. The first concept is clearly based on the existing all-electric EV9, as evidenced by those unmistakable LED headlights and daytime running lights.

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Kia has then installed a yellow LED light bar on the roof of the three-row SUV and a trio of smaller yellow LEDs between the headlights. A pair of tow hooks are also visible. It seems likely that the special EV9 will be a more off-road-focused variant. Whether or not the concept spawns a production model remains to be seen, but Kia does offer a handful of slightly more adventurous versions of its SUVs, such as the Sportage X-Pro and the Sorento X-Pro. It would only make sense if the EV9 also got the X-Pro treatment. Either that or the marque may be working on some individual accessories it could launch for the EV.

The second vehicle teaser is a little more unusual. The LEDs are vastly different than any current Kia production model but do appear identical to those featured on the PV5, the electric van Kia unveiled at CES in January, which will soon hit the production line. We can see Kia has added two additional lighting units to the front fascia of the concept and like the EV9, has also added a yellow LED light bar to the roof.

It’s slightly harder to determine Kia’s plans for this model. While there could be some demand for an off-road version of the EV9, we suspect the market for an off-road commercial vehicle like the PV5 is smaller.

Whatever the case, all will be revealed at SEMA, running from November 5 to November 8 in Las Vegas.

AC Cars is headed stateside to unveil a fully electric Ace Classic at the SEMA Show. The model follows hot on the heels of the Ace and Ace Bristol, which were introduced earlier this month.

Full details will be revealed on November 5, but the model features retro-inspired carbon fiber bodywork as well as a traditional grille. They’re joined by wire wheels and classic brightwork.

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Despite the old school appearance, the roadster has a modernized design with “graceful rolling flanks and wheel arches” that stand in contrast to the “flat-sided original.” We can also see LED headlights that appear to have circular daytime running lights.

AC Cars didn’t say much about the hand-finished interior, but there’s a wood rimmed steering wheel as well as old school gauges from Speedhut. The model also appears to have a minimalist rotary shifter.

Motivation is provided by an e-crate system from Tremec Electric GT. It sees the model outfitted with a 72 kWh battery pack and an electric motor developing 302 hp (225 kW / 306 PS). AC Cars didn’t provide many other details, but said the roadster weighs less than 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) and will have more than 200 miles (322 km) of range.

U.S. pricing will start at $275,000 before taxes and deliveries are slated to begin next year. Only a “limited number” of cars will be offered stateside and they’ll have left hand drive on this side of the Atlantic. American models will also be shipped partially assembled as the powertrain will be installed by Tremec.

Update 10/16: Update 10/16: With less than a month until the 2024 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, running from November 5 to 8, Mopar has dropped its third teaser for an electric muscle car. While still as cryptic as a fortune cookie, the teaser appears to confirm what some sharp-eyed commenters (props to you, Lee!) have speculated—it seems to be based on the ’67 Plymouth GTX or possibly one of its more modest siblings, the Plymouth Satellite or Belvedere. Either way, Mopar is clearly digging into the archives for this electric revival.

The era of the electric muscle car is upon us, for better or worse. However, Stellantis isn’t resting on their laurels as the company has teased a new concept for the SEMA Show. While it’s natural to assume Dodge would want to showcase the Charger Daytona, that doesn’t appear to be the case. Instead, we could be looking at an electromod judging by the teaser image.

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That remains to be seen, but for now, Stellantis did pose an intriguing question: “What kind of future is there for a legendary muscle car? A concept from Mopar may reveal the answer.”

Besides that cryptic hint, the company released a picture that shows four circular lights and a classic grille. We can also see a ventilated hood and what appears to be chrome trim.

Mopar is staying tight-lipped, but it looks like we’ll finally see the car that was bound for last year’s show. As you may recall, the brand dropped a teaser image in October of 2023 that appeared to show a second-generation Dodge Charger. The mystery model was slated to be unveiled at SEMA the following month, but Stellantis pulled out of the show due to mounting costs from the UAW strike.

The second time could be the charm, although history may repeat itself as the UAW is threatening to strike once again. In fact, they’re doing far more than that as UAW President Shawn Fain recently called on Stellantis to “shitcan” CEO Carlos Tavares for doing a “piss-poor” job.

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