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September 15, 2025
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Naked Ambition: Bare Metal Builds at GNRS 2025
At GNRS 2025, bare metal builds were everywhere. Let’s be real— some of these builds aren’t finished. They’re just out here flexing. Builders are putting their raw, unpainted cars and trucks on display like they’re staring in the mirror, admiring their own reflection. We saw last year’s AMBR winner in bare metal, and it was absolutely stunning. This year? There were a few builds that could easily walk away with the trophy—if and when they ever get finished.
Beech Bend’s Best at the Tri-Five Nationals 2025
This year marked 70 years since the 1955 Chevy hit the streets, kicking off a three-year run that forever changed the automotive landscape. And judging by the rows of spotless Bel Airs, hardtop sedans, wicked gassers, and full-tilt pro-touring machines, the legend is alive, well, and meaner than ever. Everywhere you turned, there was another masterpiece—whether it was a flawless restoration, a ground-shaking drag car, or a radical custom that pushed the envelope.
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: 1973–1979 Ford Truck LED Digital Gauge Panel by Intellitronix
Time to stop staring at that dusty old dash and upgrade your cockpit like a boss. The Intellitronix 1973–1979 Ford Truck LED Digital Gauge Panel isn’t just a swap—it’s a straight-up modern takeover for your classic Ford. Clean, mean, and screaming tech.
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SEMA 2024 in Focus
The Auto Builder’s SEMA 2024 Video Showcase
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The Auto Builder Staff
Dive into our exclusive coverage recorded LIVE from the SEMA 2024 show floor. From groundbreaking performance enhancements to next-generation customization tools, each moment is brimming with ideas and inspiration from the pros who are shaping the future of automotive innovation.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a car enthusiast eager to discover the next big thing, The Auto Builder’s live showcase offers an unrivaled experience. Witness the passion, creativity, and expertise that make SEMA the pinnacle of automotive excellence.
Catch the highlights now and immerse yourself in the excitement of automotive innovation like never before!
