The annual SEMA show is where brand-new concepts, designs that defy expectations, and new-feature rich vehicles are glamorously displayed. The Chevy Beast Concept that made its debut this year focused on the current popularity of high-performance off-road trucks and took it to the next level.

Under the hood is a 650-horsepower supercharged LT4 crate engine, which sends power to all 37-inch tires with a two-speed transfer case and a 10-speed automatic transmission. The tires are wrapped around 20-inch Raceline TRM260M Avenger True high-grade beadlock wheels. The Big Brake Upgrade system offers discs at all four corners and segment-leading six-piston Brembo calipers. 

This concept’s frame began with a regular Silverado chassis and was then widened to create what eventually grew into this visionary concept. The tubular doors and 13.5 inches of ground clearance are a dream for the Beast’s approach angle, which is a respectable 45 degrees. Much of what can be accomplished in a vehicle like this begins with the suspension, and this killer concept boasts a custom long-travel variety that allows the front wheels to travel a maximum of 12 inches while the back can extend three and a half inches further.

The Beast is capable of  desert running, and you won’t have to worry about the tires, with two spares ready on supplemental 20-inch wheels. Not every single truck owner needs to have the ability to conquer Moab or Death Valley, but knowing you have the goods to do so will bring a smile to your face!

2019 Camaro Debuts Stealth New Yellow Shock Exterior During Annual SEMA Show

This week, many of us eager Camaro fans here in Knoxville were able to get an exciting preview of the new Shock exterior color that will be available to beef up the outer appearance on the new 2019 model. It was shown on a 2019 Camaro SS show car that will be on display at the SEMA Show Oct. 30 – Nov. 2 in Las Vegas, where it will be shown with brand new performance parts and accessories available from Chevy dealers. The new model already offers a completely reinvigorated style and multiple new technologies, and sits as an ideal blank canvas to have to build on.

The goodies that you can add include second-generation sound effects, a black wing spoiler, fuel door with exposed carbon-fiber insert, black Camaro fender badges, 50-state legal cold-air induction kids, RECARO performance seats, Brembo six-piston front brake upgrade kit, and 1LE suspension components. These awesome additions were put together by the same designers and engineers responsible for the Camaro itself, and were put through the same rigorous testing standards as the components that were factory-installed.

You can check out Chevrolet.com/accessories to get the scoop on all of the details, and choose home or dealer delivery, as well as the option to select dealer installation. This awesome-and-able Shock show vehicle features concept front-end styling that includes a relocated bowtie emblem and concept hood/fender graphics, and will be accompanied in the display by a Satin Steel Grey Metallic personalized Camaro LT convertible, which also sports unique red accents, and additional accessories. Everyone from diehard classic fans to those who just fell in love with the Camaro namesake this year will go nuts over the new front-end styling: on LS, LT, and SS models, there is an entirely new face with fascia, grille, dual-element headlamps, hood, and new LED signature lighting.

Don't forget to check out the Turbo 1LE model: it really is part of the integral glue that ties together the Camaro's performance lineup. There is a brand-new 10-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission available on the Camaro SS, which features both line lock and launch control. Launch Control enables the driver to achieve the highest levels of acceleration possible in a straight line, and is also a form of traction control that manages tire spin during the vehicle's exit. The entire Infotainment system has been redesigned, along with enhanced available navigation. Along with Shock, the 2019 Camaro color scheme also features Shadow Gray Metallic, Satin Steel Grey Metallic, Crush, and Riverside Blue Metallic. The spirit of the Camaro has long been born and bred on excitement, and “yearning for yellow” as far as a color scheme can now be easily satisfied!