TMI Automotive Products, maker of custom automotive interiors, announced the winners of the 5th Annual TMI TRIM Awards, held during the 2026 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The awards program recognized the industry’s most innovative builders and fabricators, celebrating the creativity, craftsmanship and attention to detail that continue to elevate automotive interior design, company officials said in a press release.
The TMI TRIM Awards expanded in 2026 into a five-stop national Road Show, culminating with the championship awards presentation at the SEMA Show. The program is dedicated to honoring exceptional interior craftsmanship, providing builders with a platform to showcase their talent.
“The TRIM Awards were created to recognize the builders and upholsterers who pour countless hours into creating world-class interiors,” said Ross Berlanga, director of marketing for TMI Automotive Products. “Whether the vehicle features TMI products or not, our mission is to spotlight excellence in craftsmanship and give builders the recognition they deserve. The level of competition this year was truly outstanding.”
Industry Veterans Judge the 2026 TRIM Awards
The judges for this year’s TRIM Awards included Kevin Oeste, Theresa Contreras, Sean Holman and Jason Mulligan, an independent panel of four respected industry professionals with decades of combined automotive experience, ensuring every vehicle was evaluated to the highest standards. Their expertise spans custom interiors, vehicle design, fabrication, restoration and aftermarket innovation, the company said.
2026 TMI TRIM Awards Winners by Category
Best TMI Car Interior
Winner: Ryno Built – 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
Ryno Built’s ’55 Bel Air showcased a complete TMI interior package featuring Pro-Series Sport Design styling throughout the vehicle. Highlights included Pro Classic bucket seats, a highly modified molded fiberglass rear seat, matching door panels and coordinated headliner treatment. The judges praised the seamless execution and consistency of design throughout the build.
Best TMI Truck Interior
Winner: Raphael Medina – 1967 Chevrolet C10
Medina’s classic C10 impressed judges with its clean, understated approach utilizing a complete TMI truck interior. Featuring a Cruiser Solid Back Bench Seat, matching fiberglass door panels, coordinated dash pad and custom headliner, the build demonstrated how simplicity can deliver exceptional results.
Best Full TMI Interior
Winner: Coulson Autosport – 1955 Chevrolet Delray
Designed by automotive icon Chip Foose, this meticulously restored Chevrolet Delray was brought back to life after being declared a total loss in the Palisades Fire. The build featured premium Apex Leather upholstery by TMI, custom-matched door panels and quarter panels and even matching luggage and child seating accessories. The judges were particularly impressed by the vehicle’s cohesive design language and remarkable level of detail.
Best SUV/Wagon Interior
Winner: Pot O’ Gold Kustoms – 1969 Ford Bronco
This custom Bronco combined multiple shades of leather with tweed accents and a distinctive custom carpet treatment, creating a uniquely refined interior environment. Judges noted the exceptional attention given to often-overlooked details, including the backs of the seats, which featured the same high-end craftsmanship as the rest of the cabin.
Most Creative Interior
Winner: Zams Audio – 1963 Cadillac
A striking combination of rich white leather, black contrast stitching and dramatic styling earned this custom Cadillac top honors in the creativity category. The elegant design reminded judges of a luxury black-tie event, delivering an upscale aesthetic rarely seen in traditional custom interiors.
Best Color-Matching Interior
Winner: Pot O’ Gold Kustoms – 1961 Ford F-100
This award-winning F-100 showcased exceptional color integration between the exterior and interior. Green leather upholstery complemented the truck’s exterior paint, while rich brown leather echoed the ceramic-coated bronze accents throughout the build. The thoughtful balance of tones created one of the most visually cohesive interiors of the competition.
Best Custom Car Interior
Winner: Kyle Kuhnhausen – 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
Kuhnhausen’s Corvette featured extensive custom craftsmanship from front to rear. Wrapped in rich peanut-brown leather, the dashboard flowed seamlessly into a full-length center console, rear quarter panels and coordinated trunk area complete with a custom-matched luggage piece. Judges applauded the impressive level of detail and execution throughout the vehicle.
Best Custom Truck Interior
Winner: Ricky Holly – 1962 Chevrolet Truck
This highly customized Chevy truck featured one-off interior styling highlighted by custom woodgrain accents, matching exterior paint details, brown leather upholstery, CNC-perforated panels and a unique hexagon stitch pattern. The integration of bronze accents that mirrored the truck’s wheels and trim further elevated the overall presentation.
Fan Favorite Award
Winner: Benny Broyle – 1962 Ford Econoline
A nostalgic tribute to 1970s custom van culture, Broyle’s Ford Econoline dominated fan voting, noted the release. Featuring a full velvet interior, custom wall treatments, matching headliner and illuminated bar area, the build delivered unmistakable vintage show-van appeal.
2026 TMI TRIM Awards Best of Show Champion
Winner: Dutchboys Hotrods – 1969 Ford Torino
The 2026 TRIM Champion Best of Show Award was presented to Dutchboys for its 1969 Ford Torino finished in a rich plum-purple exterior complemented by custom Ford GT-inspired wheels. Built entirely in-house by Dutchboys in just six weeks, the interior incorporated multiple shades and textures of gray throughout the seats, door panels, quarter panels, rear seating area and custom center console.
The judges praised the exceptional consistency of materials, perforation patterns and craftsmanship throughout the vehicle. Thoughtful details, premium execution and innovative design made the Torino a unanimous choice for Best of Show.
“The creativity and quality we witnessed throughout this year’s competition exceeded expectations,” added Berlanga. “From traditional restorations to modern custom masterpieces, these builders continue to redefine what’s possible in automotive interior design. We look forward to seeing the competition continue to grow in 2027.”