245: Return from SEMA 2025
About this episode
The hosts return from SEMA 2025, sharing humorous anecdotes from their trip to LA and Vegas. They discuss travel experiences, including flight delays, car rentals, and the unique quirks of American culture. Highlights include a visit to a massage parlor, winning big at the casino, and the challenges of traveling with younger family members. The episode is filled with lively banter and personal stories, making it a fun recap of their adventures and insights from the automotive event.
Peter and Tom are joined by Security and the Live Audience and talk about their time in the USA. Peter and Tom return from SEMA - they talk about the SEMA, the stands and the displays, the food and the gambling. They rate the Chevrolet Suburban and are already planning 2026.
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Chevy Suburban
"...Well, Chevy just gets it. Chevy Suburban. Fuck, a beautiful one."
The Chevy Suburban is a large SUV that can carry many passengers and has a lot of space for cargo. It's popular for families and businesses because it's very practical.
The Chevy Suburban is a full-size SUV known for its spacious interior and strong towing capabilities. It's often used for family transport and as a work vehicle due to its versatility.
limiter
"Did you reach the limiter on it? Yeah, we did. It came in 112 miles an hour."
A limiter is a safety feature in cars that stops the engine from going too fast. It helps protect the engine from damage by preventing it from running at very high speeds.
The limiter, often referred to as the rev limiter, is a device that prevents the engine from exceeding a certain RPM, which helps avoid engine damage. When a car reaches this limit, it will stop accelerating even if the driver presses the accelerator pedal further.
limited edition
"Yeah, so a limited edition white, purred like a V8."
A limited edition car is made in small numbers and usually has special features that make it different from regular cars. They can be more valuable because they are rare.
A limited edition vehicle is produced in a restricted quantity, often featuring unique design elements or specifications that differentiate it from standard models. These cars can be more desirable to collectors and enthusiasts.
V8
"...purred like a V8. It was a good car."
A V8 is a type of car engine with eight cylinders. It is known for being powerful and is often used in sports cars and larger vehicles.
A V8 is an engine configuration that has eight cylinders arranged in a V shape. This design allows for more power and torque compared to smaller engines, making it popular in performance and luxury vehicles.
Fiesta
"...but the black Fiesta, we didn't do any celebrity pickups."
The Fiesta is a small car made by Ford. It's easy to drive in the city and is known for being fuel-efficient.
The Ford Fiesta is a subcompact car known for its efficiency and agility. It's popular for urban driving due to its small size and maneuverability, making it a great choice for city dwellers.
VK Commodore
"...But Hoonigan was doing burnouts at the top. There was a VK Commodore there. What was that?"
The VK Commodore is a car made by Holden, popular in Australia during the 1980s. It was known for being sporty and fun to drive.
The VK Commodore is a model from Holden, produced in the mid-1980s. It is known for its performance and was part of the popular Commodore line in Australia.
Ford Mustang
"...we had a Mustang convertibles driving to Texas."
The Mustang convertible is a type of car that has a roof that can be opened. It's a sporty car that many people love to drive, especially on sunny days.
The Ford Mustang convertible is a classic American sports car known for its performance and iconic design. It's often associated with freedom and the open road, making it a popular choice for road trips and vacations.
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