The Hottest Aftermarket Upgrades for the Hottest Rides
As Florida’s sun blazes over the Treasure Coast, car enthusiasts from West Palm Beach to Vero Beach are dialing in their builds for summer shows, beach meetups, and mud-slinging off-road weekends. Here at CTM Customs in Stuart, FL, we live and breathe a #culturethatmoves and this summer, the aftermarket scene is hotter than ever. Whether you’re cruising through Port St. Lucie in a slammed Challenger, hitting the trails in your Jeep Gladiator, or flexing your Sierra at the Jetty, the right upgrades will make you stand out and perform like never before.
Here’s your definitive guide to the hottest aftermarket upgrades and the brands dropping new products that are turning heads in the car, truck, SUV, and Jeep community:
Top Suspension Systems of 2025
Level up your ride quality, ground clearance, and off-road capability.
BDS Suspension
- Best for: 2024–2025 Ford F-250 Super Duty, GMC Sierra 1500 AT4, RAM 2500
- Upgrade: 4”-6” coilover lift systems with FOX Performance Elite Shocks
- Local fit: Perfect for towing your center console to the Stuart Causeway or hitting the I-95 corridor to West Palm Beach.
Icon Vehicle Dynamics
- 2024 Toyota Tacoma, 2022+ Ford Bronco (2-door & 4-door), Lexus GX550
- Upgrade: Delta Joint Pro upper control arms, 2.5” Stage kits with adjustable coilovers
- Local fit: Made for trail runs north of Lake Okeechobee or out toward Yeehaw Junction’s sandy terrain.
Dobinsons Suspension
- Best for: Toyota Land Cruiser LC300, Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro, Nissan Patrol Y62
- Upgrade: Monotube IMS Suspension Kits with HD rear springs
- Local fit: Ideal for multi-day backwoods adventures out of Port St. Lucie or hunting trips west of Indiantown.
Hottest Wheels of Summer 2025
Stance, function, and form — here are the wheels ruling Treasure Coast roads and trails.
KG1 Forged
- Best for: 2020–2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, RAM 1500, Ford F-150
- New Models: “Trident,” “Outlaw” & “Brawler” – aggressive concave with deep lip
- Scene fit: Truck shows at St. Lucie County Fairgrounds truck nights and weekend flexing at Indian Riverside Park.
Fuel Off-Road
- Best for: 2023 Ford Bronco Wildtrak, Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, Toyota Tundra TRD Pro
- New Releases: Fuel Zephyr, Fuel Blitz, Contra DDT
- Scene fit: Built to conquer trails off Okeechobee Road and dunes by the Fort Pierce Inlet.
JTX Forged
- Best for: 2020+ RAM 2500, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, Ford Super Duty
- New Trends: Custom powder coat finishes, dual-tone milled aluminum, 24×14 and 26×14 setups
- Scene fit: Flashy but functional for lifted diesel builds cruising US-1 or heading to show-and-shines around Vero Beach.
Vossen Wheels
- Best for: Dodge Charger Hellcat, Tesla Model Y, Audi RS5, Mustang GT
- New Models: HF-7, S21-01, and Evo Series
- Scene fit: Street-savvy style for late-night rides through Stuart or weekend shows in Palm Beach Gardens.
Bumpers & Armor: Function Meets Form
Build for the beach, the trail, or the battlefield — your front end tells your story.
Road Armor
- Best for: Ford F-150 Raptor, Chevrolet Silverado ZR2, Toyota Tundra
- New Series: Stealth 2.0 with built-in winch plates and cube light pods
- Scene fit: Great for both beach cruising and storm-ready protection along the Treasure Coast.
AEV Conversions
- Best for: Jeep Wrangler 392, Jeep Gladiator Mojave, Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison
- New Features: Integrated Warn winch compatibility, improved approach and departure angles
- Scene fit: The go-to for overlanders and serious trail runners heading out to Corbett or Big Cypress.
Fab Fours
- Best for: RAM 1500 Rebel, Ford Bronco Raptor, Toyota Tacoma
- Showstopper: Grumper bumper + ViCowl combo
- Scene fit: Head-turner for truck meets in Okeechobee and aggressive presence on the beach roads of Jensen.
Aero Upgrades & Street Style Mods
Z1 Motorsports
- Best for: Nissan 350Z, 370Z, 400Z, Infiniti Q60, Nissan GT-R
- New Products: Carbon fiber front lips, intakes, spoilers, and coilovers
- Scene fit: Perfect for Z-car enthusiasts dominating the street scene from Stuart to West Palm, with builds that look track-ready at Cars & Coffee or cruising the Roosevelt Bridge.
Anderson Composites
- Best for: C8 Corvette, Dodge Challenger Widebody, Ford Mustang S650
- Hot Picks: Carbon fiber GT hoods, ducktail spoilers, and splitters
- Scene fit: Muscle car perfection for coastal drag strip runs and night meets along Indian River Drive.
Overlanding Essentials for Summer Explorers
Overland Vehicle Systems (OVS)
- Best for: Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger Tremor, Jeep Wrangler JL
- Top Gear: OVS Nomadic Rooftop Tents, Discovery Rack Systems, Dry Box cargo solutions
- Scene fit: Tailored for Treasure Coast overlanders heading out to Allapattah Flats WMA or setting up basecamp west of Lake Okeechobee.
Front Runner Outfitters
- Best for: Bronco Sport, Toyota 4Runner, Subaru Outback Wilderness
- Top Gear: Slimline II racks, tie-down kits, and drawer systems
- Scene fit: Great for beach camping by Hobe Sound or backcountry exploring off SR-70.
ARB 4×4
- Best for: Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road, Ford Bronco Badlands, Land Cruiser 70 Series
- Top Gear: ARB Zero Fridge Freezer, Base Rack, onboard compressors, and LINX switch systems
- Scene fit: The best for serious off-grid setups with full camp functionality, whether at Three Lakes or deep into Florida Wildlife corridors.
Why Build with CTM Customs?
Whether you’re building your Bimmer for the car meets, lifting your Super Duty for truck shows, or prepping your Tacoma for an overlanding road trip, CTM Customs is your trusted partner in performance, quality, and everything aftermarket.
Stop by the shop in Stuart to talk about your ride, order some new parts, or schedule your transformation installation. Let’s make this summer build season the best yet, and let’s show the Treasure Coast why #StockIsNotAnOption ! Click on the link HERE to request a FREE QUOTE and we look forward to serving you.
