McLeod, Silver Sport Win SEMA Media's Choice Awards
McLeod Racing and Silver Sport Transmissions both earned SEMA Media's Choice Awards at the 2026 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Auto Parts
McLeod Racing's RXT 3D Triple Disc Clutch Kit and Silver Sport Transmissions' M22-style four-speed Muncie transmission each received a SEMA Media's Choice Award. Both companies operate under The Wharton Automotive Group.
Why it matters
The awards recognize products aimed at builders who need greater clutch holding capacity or who want a modernized version of a classic transmission. They highlight continued demand for performance drivetrain components in the aftermarket.
The McLeod RXT 3D is rated for up to 1,650 horsepower and uses three ceramic friction discs in its complete bolt-in package. The package includes a pressure plate, three clutch discs, floater plates, a flywheel, installation hardware, and a hydraulic release bearing.
The players
McLeod Racing
McLeod Racing is a performance clutch and drivetrain component manufacturer whose RXT 3D Triple Disc Clutch Kit is designed for high-horsepower applications.
Silver Sport Transmissions
Silver Sport Transmissions is a manufacturer of modern reproductions of classic transmissions, including an M22-style four-speed based on the Muncie M22.
The Wharton Automotive Group
The Wharton Automotive Group is the parent company that operates both McLeod Racing and Silver Sport Transmissions.
The details
McLeod's RXT 3D Triple Disc Clutch Kit was developed for builders needing more holding capacity than a conventional clutch provides. Silver Sport's M22-style four-speed draws inspiration from the Muncie M22 and is intended to retain the original transmission's character using modern manufacturing and engineering.
Timeline
The awards were presented at the 2026 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, with the news reported on November 5, 2026.
Roadmap
Silver Sport's M22-style four-speed reproduces the Muncie M22, a transmission widely used in classic American muscle cars, using contemporary manufacturing methods. McLeod's multi-disc clutch reflects the broader aftermarket trend toward drivetrain components that handle substantially higher horsepower than original factory equipment.
Builders upgrading high-horsepower engines can consider multi-disc clutch kits rated well beyond stock capacity. Enthusiasts restoring or modifying classic vehicles may find modern reproductions of original transmissions an option for improved durability.
The takeaway
Aftermarket drivetrain products are increasingly designed to handle higher power levels while preserving the feel of classic components. Buyers should match clutch and transmission ratings to their engine's actual output before purchasing.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Competition Plus.
