Short answer: The 2026 SEMA Show runs November 3–6 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, and the Ford builds there use Genuine Ford Accessories and Ford Racing Parts. The show floor is a trade show, not a parts store. To put those parts on your own Bronco, F-150, Ranger or Super Duty, our parts and service teams at Team Ford Las Vegas, 5445 Drexel Rd, can quote, order and install them, and explain which warranty applies before you buy.
What Ford brought to SEMA 2026
Per SEMA, Ford has two booths this year: #20000 in Central Hall and #55033 in West Hall.
- Ford Custom Garage Ultimate Build Competition (booth #55033): showgoers design an Ultimate Ford Bronco Big Bend in Ford’s 3-D configurator in the booth. Entries had to be in by 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 3; later designs can still be made but aren’t eligible to win.
- Built live by students: six Washtenaw Community College students are building the winning design in a two-day, public-facing build, using Genuine Ford Accessories and Ford Racing Parts. Coverage from Ford Authority and Autoblog says a panel picks ten finalists, a public vote decides the winner, and the finished Bronco is revealed on Friday, the last day of the show.
- Frostwarden: on opening day Ford’s From the Road site introduced Frostwarden, a one-off Bronco built to show the new Megazilla 2.0 supercharged 7.3-liter V8 crate engine from Ford Racing Parts. Ford rates it at over 1,200 hp and over 1,000 lb-ft on race fuel and says Frostwarden is a concept that will not be offered for sale.
“People don’t just buy a Ford; they make it their own,” said Matt Simpson, executive director of Ford Customization, in SEMA’s preview.
[Update Fri 11/6 with the winning build’s Ford parts if Ford publishes them.]
Team Ford Las Vegas isn’t part of SEMA or the Ford booth builds. We’re the local Ford store that can help you order and install the same families of parts once you’ve picked a direction.
Going Friday? How the public day works
| What | Details (per semashow.com and semafest.com, checked Nov 3, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Day | Friday, November 6, 2026 only (“SEMA Show Friday – Open to the Public”) |
| Show floor hours | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
| Age | 16 and older |
| Tickets | Buy ahead at semafest.com; no day-of purchases |
| Pickup | 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at SEMA Show Registration in South Hall and West Hall; each person picks up their own ticket with a government-issued photo ID |
Check semashow.com/public before you go, since event details can change.
Genuine Ford Accessories vs Ford Racing Parts: what’s the difference
Ford sells three different kinds of add-on parts, and most guides blur them. Here is how Ford describes each one.
Ford Original (Genuine) Accessories
Ford defines Ford Accessories as items that don’t appear on the factory window sticker and are installed by a Ford dealer. These are Ford’s own accessories, warranted by Ford.
Ford Licensed Accessories
Ford’s accessory site also sells Ford Licensed Accessories. Ford says these are designed and developed by the accessory maker, haven’t been designed or tested to Ford engineering requirements, and are warranted by their maker, not by Ford. Not every accessory on Ford’s site is a Genuine Ford Accessory, so check the label before you order.
Ford Racing Parts (Ford Performance)
Ford Racing Parts are the enthusiast side: performance packs, calibrations, superchargers, suspension pieces and crate engines. Ford says most are sold with no warranty unless a part is expressly designated as warranted.
Are Ford accessories covered by warranty?
| Part type | Who warrants it | Coverage Ford lists (checked Nov 3, 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Original Accessories | Ford | Whichever helps you more: 24 months/unlimited miles, or the rest of your 3-year/36,000-mile Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty |
| Ford Licensed Accessories | The accessory maker, not Ford | The maker’s warranty; Ford lists 24 months/unlimited miles or the rest of the 3-year/36,000-mile Bumper-to-Bumper warranty if bought at the time of vehicle sale |
| Ford Racing Parts (most) | None | No warranty unless the part is expressly designated |
| Select warranted Ford Performance packs and components | Ford | Balance of 36 months/36,000 miles from your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty start date, once installed by an authorized installer and registered |
What that means in plain words:
- Dealer-installed Ford Original Accessories are the simplest: Ford backs them. Ford’s FAQ page also lists a 12-month/12,000-mile term for some Genuine Ford Accessories, so ask our parts counter which coverage applies to your exact part.
- Licensed Accessories can be good parts, but the warranty is between you and the maker. Ask for a copy of that warranty.
- Ford Racing Parts: Ford’s warranty document says installing its select warranted packs through an authorized Ford or Lincoln dealer (or an ASE-certified or Red Seal technician) will not void your New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The parts must be bought from an authorized Ford Performance distributor and registered with Ford Performance. Problems caused by non-warranted parts may not be covered.
- Premium fuel: Ford requires 91 octane or higher at all times with its power upgrade packs, cold air kits with calibration, engine calibrations and superchargers.
Questions about a specific Ford Racing part? Ford points owners to performanceparts.ford.com/warranty or the Ford Racing Parts Techline at (800) FORD788. For more on how Ford warranties work on work trucks, see our Ford Pro commercial powertrain warranty guide.
Popular build directions by model
Every build starts with your VIN, because fitment changes by model year, trim and package. Use these as starting points for a conversation with our parts team.
| Model | Common build directions to ask about | Keep reading |
|---|---|---|
| Bronco | Wheels and tires, lighting, roof and cargo racks, recovery gear, suspension | 2027 Bronco lineup, 2027 Bronco Filson order guide, Bronco tire guide |
| F-150 and Raptor | Bed and cargo management, tonneau covers, lighting, performance calibrations (premium fuel rule applies) | New F-150 inventory |
| Ranger and Ranger Raptor | Racks, bed storage, lighting, off-road protection | Ranger Raptor vs Tacoma TRD Pro |
| Super Duty | Work setups: bed, towing and lighting accessories for the jobsite | Super Duty for Las Vegas contractors |
From Centennial Hills and Skye Canyon to Lone Mountain, Aliante and North Las Vegas, a lot of our northwest valley customers build their trucks and Broncos for weekend trail runs and long highway miles, including the drive out to Pahrump. Tell us how you use the vehicle and we’ll start there.
Build yours at Team Ford: how it works
1. Get a parts quote
Start on our Parts Department page. Fill out the online parts form with your vehicle information and the part you want. We call to confirm it’s the right part for your vehicle, then contact you when it’s ready.
2. Book the install
Pick up the part and install it yourself, or have our technicians install it. Schedule service to set a time, or visit the Service Department page. If you’re adding a warranted Ford Performance pack, ask us about the install and registration steps Ford requires.
3. Buying new? Ask about accessories at purchase
Shopping for a new Bronco? Browse new Bronco inventory or read our new Bronco for sale guide, then ask your salesperson which accessories can be added before delivery. For a Ford you’re already driving, our parts team handles it.
¿Prefiere español? Nuestro equipo de partes le ayuda. Visite nuestra página en español.
Modified used Fords
Not every build starts new. If you’re shopping a used truck or Bronco that someone else already modified, check what was installed, who installed it and what paperwork came with it. Our guide to buying a modified used Ford truck in Las Vegas walks through it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy the Ford parts I saw at SEMA in Las Vegas?
SEMA’s show floor is a trade show, not a parts store. The Genuine Ford Accessories and Ford Racing Parts Ford used in its 2026 SEMA builds can be ordered through a Ford dealer’s parts department. In Las Vegas, Team Ford at 5445 Drexel Rd can quote, order and install them.
Are Ford accessories covered by warranty?
Ford Original Accessories installed by a Ford dealer are covered for 24 months/unlimited miles or the rest of the 3-year/36,000-mile Bumper-to-Bumper warranty, whichever benefits you more. Ford Licensed Accessories are warranted by their maker, and most Ford Racing Parts have no warranty unless Ford designates them (ford.com, checked Nov 3, 2026).
Will Ford Racing Parts void my new-car warranty?
Ford says select warranted Ford Performance packs installed by an authorized Ford or Lincoln dealer will not void the New Vehicle Limited Warranty; problems caused by non-warranted parts may not be covered. Ask before you install.
Can the public go to SEMA?
Only on Friday, November 6, 2026 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m., ages 16 and older), with a ticket bought in advance at semafest.com.
What is the Ford Custom Garage Ultimate Build?
A 2026 SEMA competition where showgoers designed a Bronco Big Bend in Ford’s 3-D configurator; Washtenaw Community College students build the winner live in booth 55033, with a reveal Friday.
Conclusion + next steps
SEMA shows what’s possible. The next step is matching those ideas to your own Ford, with the right parts and the right warranty.
- Get a quote: Parts Department
- Book an install: Schedule Service
- Shop a new Bronco: New Bronco inventory
- Talk to us: Contact Team Ford Las Vegas, 5445 Drexel Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89130
Event details are from SEMA (SEMA eNews, semashow.com, semafest.com) and Ford’s From the Road, checked November 3, 2026. Warranty details are from ford.com and Ford Performance, checked November 3, 2026; terms vary by part, so see dealer for details. Team Ford Las Vegas is not affiliated with SEMA or the Ford booth builds.
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