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The SEMA SHOW 2026 Continued Rolling On Wednesday

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LAS VEGAS, NV (11.05.26) – The 2026 SEMA Show continued rolling in high gear Day-2 Wednesday, November 4th at the Las Vegas Convention Center, bringing the global automotive aftermarket together for four days of product introductions, technology demonstrations and business development. More than 2200 brands and 400+ first time exhibitors are connecting with attendees from 140 countries across an industry contributing $383 billion to the US economy.

This drone image shows a small portion of the area outside of the LVCC halls packed.

Across the LVCC manufacturers, buyers, builders and vehicle manufacturers are connecting around the products and trends shaping vehicle performance, personalization and repair. Friday November 6th consumers will be admitted.

Rich Vreeland, JBL Regional, sent this great image of a portion of the JBL Booth 10451 in the North Hall. “There are a lot of exciting vehicles in the JBL booth and traffic has been very very busy the first two days.”
This overhead view shows the busy PowerBass and Image Dynamics booth. Jeff Falk, National Sales Manager, stated “There are more dealers attending this year from the East Coast than last year.”

Exhibitors from the 12volt industry are in the traditional North Hall venue and indicate traffic has been very strong the fist 2 days.. Over 120 12volt companies have booths in the North Hall and they’re showcasing new products and technologies along with trends. The demo vehicles and displays in the booths are truly amazing with decked-out vehicles and amazing graphics.

AM Merchandising and Reliable Product Marketing (RPM) with Tom Miller and Scott Baughman,respectfully,  are pictured in the Lucas Lighting booth at the SEMA Show with members of the Lucas Lighting team. Baughman, who sent this image, indicated that the first two days at SEMA have been very strong, attendance wise with great booths.. like Lucas Lighting!
The Team Nutz rental van is parked in Vegas. Each year Ed Nuttall and the team fly to Vegas from Pittsburgh and rent a van for the Team. Team Nutz also makes decals and they bring decals with them to place on the van once they get to Vegas. The decals on the van are QR Codes that consumers in Vegas can scan to place an order at the Team Nutz DIY online store. Each year Team Nutz drives business from people who scanned the QR Code in Vegas at their online store. Great work Ed!

At SEMA this year there has been an expansion in the Powersports category. Vendors in the powersports, side-by-side, adventure lifestyle for motorcycles, dirt bikes, side-by-sides, trailers, tow vehicles, gear, and adventure lifestyle products are in the massive West Hall.

MAXPRO Window Films has a booth in the West Hall at SEMA.  This image is a heat shrink competition in progress on Day 2. Allison Parker sent this image and info.

The 12volt Central Studios staff is working closely with companies and friends across the 12volt industry to provide SEMA coverage. We look forward to delivering much more fresh industry news over the next two days of the 2026 SEMA Show. Check out post on social media that are being made each day of the show. We will continue the ROI for exhibitors well after the show closes.

For more see12voltnews.com

SEMA Announces Battle of the Builders Top 12

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LAS VEGAS, NV (11.5.26) – The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) announced the Top 12 builders in the 2026 SEMA Battle of the Builders Presented by Mothers competition. These builders represent an elite group of individuals who have demonstrated extreme talent, creativity, and craftsmanship in modifying cars, trucks, and SUVs.

The 2026 SEMA Battle of the Builders Presented by Mothers Top 12 are (by category):

HOT ROD/HOT ROD TRUCK

  • Charles Crews — 1970 Plymouth ’Cuda
  • Andy Leach — 1933 Pontiac Vicky
  • Eddie Pettus — 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle

SPORT COMPACT/IMPORT PERFORMANCE

  • Buddy Hale — 1955 Volkswagen Ghia
  • Jordan Henke — 1974 Ford Capri MK1
  • Kamaka Pocock — 1956 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud 1

OFF-ROAD

  • Mark Giambalvo — 1974 Chevrolet K10
  • Scott Luscombe — 1985 Chevrolet K10
  • Jeremy Wessels — 1969 Ford Bronco

YOUNG GUNS

  • Bryce Adams — 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer
  • Jesse Rieger — 1969 Ford Mustang
  • Dylan Russell — 1999 BMW E36

The 2026 SEMA Battle of the Builders Presented by Mothers Top 4 and Bike Builder Shootout winner will be announced in the Battle of the Builders Stage, Central Hall (Booth #24743) on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 3:30 p.m.

Additional details are available at www.semashow.com or www.sema.org, 909/396-0289.

The Return of the King: MOJO LVS Returns with 4,000 Watts of Burning Love

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LAS VEGAS, NV (11.5.26) – Memphis Audio is bringing back one of its most legendary names at SEMA 2026. The new MJ1812LVS 18-inch MOJO LVS subwoofer delivers a massive 4,000 watts RMS and 8,000 watts peak, and this time it is arriving with its own powerhouse: the all-new MJP4000LVS 4,000-watt mono amplifier. Together, they mark the return of LVS in a big way. This is 18 inches of pure shake, rattle and roll.

The MJ1812LVS wears its MOJO heritage proudly with the unmistakable orange cast basket, large high-roll surround and carbon-fiber dust cap. A 330-ounce magnet, 3.5-inch aluminum voice coil and front-and-back-plate DVVC venting support the extreme output. Its reconeable construction allows rebuilding without gluing, while Memphis’ FLEX jumper lets installers select 1Ω or 2Ω impedance.

Memphis did not stop at bringing back the woofer. The matching MJP4000LVS mono amplifier delivers 1,500 watts RMS at 4Ω, 2,500 watts at 2Ω and the full 4,000 watts at 1Ω. Its extruded aluminum chassis with signature orange accent strip carries the MOJO Pro look, while variable crossover and bass-boost controls, 12dB/octave Butterworth crossovers, strappable operation and an included bass knob make it ready for demanding systems.

“We’ve heard the love for LVS for years, and if we were going to bring back an 18-inch MOJO, it had to be a statement,” said Nick LoMonaco, President of Memphis Audio. “Four thousand watts RMS is no joke. We also knew a sub this serious deserved an amplifier built to bring out everything it can do. So we built the MJP4000LVS to match it. This is the kind of big, unapologetic bass that made people fall in love with MOJO in the first place.”

The new MOJO LVS subwoofer and MJP4000LVS amplifier make their debut together at SEMA 2026.

For more see www.memphiscaraudio.com

The SEMA SHOW 2026 Kicked Off In High Gear

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LAS VEGAS, NV (11.4.26) – The 2026 SEMA Show opened Tuesday November 3rd at the Las Vegas Convention Center, bringing the global automotive aftermarket together for four days of product introductions, technology demonstrations and business development. More than 2200 brands and 400+ first time exhibitors are connecting with attendees from 140 countries across an industry contributing $383 billion to the US economy.

Tuesday morning the grounds in front of the LVCC are loaded.
With the help of Jay Leno and Executive Staff as the ribbon was cut to open SEMA 2026.

Across the LVCC manufacturers, buyers, builders and vehicle manufacturers are connecting around the products and trends shaping vehicle performance, personalization and repair. Friday November 6th consumers will be admitted.

Amazing graphics in the entryway as the attendee wait to enter exhibit halls.
Amazing graphics build excitement for attendees.
VOXX staff members are gathered in the huge booth, waiting for the doors to open on Tuesday morning.

Exhibitors from the 12volt industry are in the traditional North Hall venue. Over 120 12volt companies have booths in the North Hall and they’re showcasing new products and technologies along with trends. The demo vehicles and displays in the booths are truly amazing with decked-out vehicles and amazing graphics.

“The interest was immense our entry into the vehicle infotainment space with the Compustar 710HD 6.9” digital media receiver. Attendees we’re also engaged with what we’re doing in cameras.” Justin Lee, Marketing Directed, stated.
In the large Alpine booth there are multiple decked out vehicles. This is a loaded, Bad Boy tractor OEM project.
Attendees engaged at the CRUX booth.

At SEMA this year there has been an expansion in the Powersports category. Vendors in the powersports, side-by-side, adventure lifestyle for motorcycles, dirt bikes, side-by-sides, trailers, tow vehicles, gear, and adventure lifestyle products are in the massive West Hall.

The Lucas Lighting booth shines in the North Hall.
David Toliver (R) and Chuck Kenney, Blaupunkt National Sales Manager, getting ready for a meeting

The 12volt Central Studios staff is working closely with companies and friends across the 12volt industry to provide SEMA coverage. We look forward to delivering much more fresh industry news over the next three days of the 2026 SEMA Show. Check out post on social media that are being made each day of the show. We will continue the ROI for exhibitors well after the show closes.

SEMA Announces 2026 New Product Award Winners

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LAS VEGAS, NV (11.4.26) – The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) today announced the winners of its 2026 SEMA Show New Product Awards. The awards recognize outstanding new aftermarket products being brought to market and featured in the New Products Showcase in Lower South Hall, Booth #41271.

More than 1,300 products competed for top honors across 15 New Products Showcase categories. Judges selected one winner and two runners-up in each category.

“The SEMA Show New Product Awards celebrate the ingenuity driving the automotive aftermarket forward,” said SEMA CEO Mike Spagnola. “This year’s honorees demonstrate how our industry continues to anticipate customer needs and turn bold ideas into market-ready products.”

Entries were evaluated on innovation, manufacturing quality, consumer appeal, marketability and technical achievement. Together, the honorees offer insight into the emerging technologies, consumer demands and trends expected to influence vehicle customization, performance and personalization in 2027.

The New Product Award Honorees are:

Car Care & Protection Product
WINNER: Barrel FX (Barrel FX)
Runner-Up: Code Blocker (Cability Inc.)
Runner-Up: Stinger Chemical Clay Bar (Stinger Chemicals)

Collision Repair & Refinish Product
WINNER: WebTools (Celette)
Runner-Up: Ionizer Pro (Bossauto Innova)
Runner-Up: Innovative Truck Cab Protectors (Innovative Tools & Technologies)

Emerging Technology Product
WINNER: NAPA XcceleratoR XR Training Goggles (NAPA TRACS, NAPA Auto Care, NAPA Autotech Training)
Runner-Up: AF300-TKX Manual Drive Unit (Formosa EV)
Runner-Up: EstimateIQ + BOT (OEC)

Engineered New Product
WINNER: Black Widow (Hard-n-Fast Racing Products Inc.)
Runner-Up: ORACLE Lensless: Re-Engineering the LED Headlight- 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma (ORACLE Lighting)
Runner-Up: Ridetech Bolt-On 4-Link (Ridetech)

Exterior Accessory Product
WINNER: RIV MR52 AirTopper (FLATED LLC)
Runner-Up: 2019-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Projector Headlight (Spec-D Tuning)
Runner-Up: T103 PLUS 4-Channel Dash Cam With Dual Configurable Blind Spot Cameras (TYPE S)

Interior Accessory Product
WINNER: 5-1/2″ 1966-77 Ford Bronco / 1961-67 F-100 Gauge Cluster GPS Speedometer + Tach (SPEEDHUT)
Runner-Up: Center Console Refrigerated Cooler (General Motors Accessories)
Runner-Up: 69 Firebird RGB Control Panel (Vintage Air LLC)

Package Design & Display Product
WINNER: Mini Mid-Rise Air-Topper Display (FLATED LLC)
Runner-Up: 5″ Handheld Bidirectional Diagnostic Tool (GEARWRENCH)
Runner-Up: The Vault: Launch Kit (Max Sensor)

Performance – Racing Product
WINNER: FAST® LS XCR LS3 Intake Manifold 112 MM (Edelbrock, COMP Cams, TCI, FAST, Russell, Lunati)
Runner-Up: Weld On Stainless Shield Insulation Kit & Welder (Design Engineering, Inc.)
Runner-Up: VMP Leviathan Air to Water Intake Manifold (VMP Performance)

Performance – Street Product
WINNER: Differential Brace System for 2015-2027 Mustang w/ Differential Cooler Option (Livernois Motorsports & Engineering)
Runner-Up: COBB Tuning – CAN Gateway for Factory ECU Sensor Expansion (Auto Meter)
Runner-Up: TSP Ford Godzilla Carbon Fiber EFI Intake Manifold w/ Fuel Rails (Top Street Performance)

Powersports | SxS | Lifestyle Product
WINNER: BLUE INFLATiQ by RIMiQ All-In-One Portable Tire Inflator – QwikFlow Technology (All-Fit Automotive/RIMiQ)
Runner-Up: MOBUL Fishing Rod Holder (Forged Authority Off Grid)
Runner-Up: 2026 M8 Harley Supercharger Kit (ProCharger Superchargers)

Street Rod & Custom Car Product
WINNER: Chevrolet LS3 Downdraft Short – SDS52 ETA4 Kit (Jenvey Dynamics Ltd)
Runner-Up: CPR POWERPACK PRO (OPTIMA Batteries)
Runner-Up: Vapor Trapper (Vapor Trapper™)

Tire & Related Product
WINNER: Sens-Rite® (Bartec TPMS)
Runner-Up: MIGHTY MINI by RIMiQ Small Tires Pump – Dirt Bikes, Bicycles, Camping & More (All-Fit Automotive/RIMiQ)
Runner-Up: Hoosier TrackAttack Pro ECE R117 (Hoosier Racing Tire)

Tools & Equipment Product
WINNER: CarCal QuickCal 5.0 Full System and Targets (ADAS Depot)
Runner-Up: HAZLOK™ Magnetic Safety Barrier System (30 ft. Length | Yellow/Black) (ESCO)
Runner-Up: KNECT™ Ratcheting 17-in-1 Interchangeable Low-Profile Socket Wrench Set (Klein Tools)

Truck & Off-Road Product
WINNER: Roof Top Tent Leveling Mounts V1.5 (Flat Peak, Roof Top Tent Leveling Mounts)
Runner-Up: ICON Vehicle Dynamics – XDCV Performance Axles (RANDYS Worldwide)
Runner-Up: Showa SPIRE 2.5 ARC 2 Universal Coilover Piggy Back Performance Shock (Showa Performance)

Wheel & Related Product
WINNER: 4 Pc. Carbon Fiber Sleeve Metric Lug Socket Set (CTA Tools)
Runner-Up: Vintage Muscle 18×8 (KG1 Forged)
Runner-Up: Forged Life FL04 Kingpin (Vision Wheel)

SEMA Show attendees can see all the New Product Award winners—and thousands of additional products debuting in the aftermarket—all week in the New Products Showcase. Located in Lower South Hall, the Showcase is a central destination for discovering new specialty-equipment products and technologies.

Visit semashow.com for the Show floorplan, education schedule, activations and more.

More Control for Drivers, Faster Setups for Installers: MYCAR2’s New Feature Rollout

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MONTREAL, QC (11.4.26) – AutoMobility Distribution Inc. is rolling out the biggest MYCAR2 app update to date, and the timing couldn’t be better. With remote start season in full swing, MYCAR2 users are getting new ways to control their vehicles, a completely redesigned dashcam experience and a host of improvements that make life easier for the installers who set it all up.

The headline feature brings MYCAR2 right to the phone’s home and Lock Screens. New home screen widgets put remote start, stop, lock and unlock one tap away, along with engine, door, battery and temperature status at a glance. On iPhone, an active remote start now appears on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island with a live runtime countdown, so drivers can watch their car warm up without opening the app.

For drivers using MYCAR2 with the Thinkware F790AIR dashcam, the update delivers a fully redesigned recording experience. Users can choose which events are recorded and uploaded automatically, filter clips by type and status, view front and rear footage separately, and see exactly where each event happened on a map. Custom alerts and an on-demand Instant View button round out the package.

“Every one of these features came from listening to our dealers, installers and their customers,” said Mike Ethier, Director of Technical Support at AutoMobility. “MYCAR2 was built to give drivers more control without monthly fees, and this update takes that further than ever. We can’t wait for people to see it on their phones this winter.”

Installers get plenty to like too, including:

  • VIN scanning that fills in make, model, trim and vehicle image automatically
  • Input detection wire configuration for alarm or ignition detection
  • Vehicle replacement built right into the setup flow
  • A rebuilt firmware update wizard with clearer progress and one-tap retries

Availability
The update is available now as a free update for existing MYCAR2 users. MYCAR2 is sold and installed through authorized AutoMobility retailers across Canada.

For more information, visit automob.ca.

Firstech Compustar Enters the Audio Market

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LAS VEGAS, NV (11.3.26) – Firstech, makers of the industry-leading Compustar brand, has officially announced its entry into the vehicle infotainment space with the introduction of the Compustar 710HD (CMR-710HD). The new 6.9-inch digital media receiver marks a major milestone for the mobile electronics industry as the first-ever vehicle infotainment system to feature a fully built-in iDatalink radio replacement module.

Firstech has served as one of the primary U.S. distributors for iDatalink Maestro since the brand’s inception. The Compustar 710HD builds on this partnership by embedding Maestro’s vehicle integration technology directly into the new receiver’s single DIN chassis.

Housing the Maestro module internally within the Compustar 710HD fundamentally changes the installation process. It eliminates the need for technicians to purchase, flash, and mount a separate outboard module, reducing bay time and freeing up limited physical space behind the dashboard. Because iDatalink Maestro T-harnesses plug directly into the back of the 710HD without additional adapters, the radio seamlessly retains factory features such as climate controls, steering wheel inputs, and OEM cameras across more than 5,000 compatible vehicles.

In addition to its integration capabilities, the Compustar 710HD features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 720p HD touchscreen, and a 13-band graphic equalizer equipped with time alignment and crossover controls. The receiver includes HDMI and auxiliary inputs to support external media devices, as well as a digital optical output for connecting an aftermarket amplifier or digital sound processor (DSP).

Key Features of the Compustar CMR-710HD

  • Built-in iDatalink Maestro RR2 integration module
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • 6.9-inch 720p HD touchscreen
  • Direct compatibility with iDatalink Maestro T-harnesses (no adapters required)
  • 4 Camera inputs
  • 3 Pre-outs (4v front/rear/sub) and optical digital audio output
  • Built-in 4 x 48w amplifier
  • 13-Band graphic equalizer with crossover and time-alignment controls
  • USB-A, USB-C, and HDMI
  • AM/FM/HD Radio

“We’ve spent the past couple of years developing the Compustar 710HD, and we are excited to finally deliver it to our dealers,” shares Jason Kaminski, Managing Director of Firstech. “We wanted to give the industry something different – a radio with features customer want, a clean interface that’s easy to use, and built-in Maestro integration that takes up less space and simplifies installation. We’re proud of where this product landed and look forward to sharing this solution with our dealers.”

Firstech and Firstech Canada have opened direct pre-orders for the Compustar 710HD, with limited shipping beginning in mid-November 2026. The CMR-710HD will carry an MSRP of $899.99. For more information or to place a pre-order, authorized dealers can contact their Firstech sales representative or visit www.myFirstech.com and www.myFirstech.ca for U.S. and Canada, respectively.

Custom Vehicles, New Portable Audio Mounting Solutions and Expanded Powered Speaker Lines Bring JBL Sound to Life

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STAMFORD, CN (11.3.26) – JBL announced it will bring its aftermarket, marine and powersports audio lineup to life at SEMA Show 2026, Nov. 3-6 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, in Booth 10451. Three custom vehicles, the RALLYBAR Gen 2 soundbars and new additions to the company’s industry-leading powered speakers lines will give attendees plenty to see and hear at the show.

“Builders and installers in this space need audio that sounds great and holds up, whether it’s on the water, on the trail or in a show car,” said Shawn Spedding, Director of Sales, Mobile Audio Aftermarket, JBL. “JBL has spent more than 80 years engineering sound for stages, studios and cinemas, bringing that same expertise to every environment our customers drive, ride, and cruise in. At SEMA, attendees can get hands-on with RALLYBAR Gen 2, take an early look at the latest additions to our powered speaker lines and hear the difference for themselves.”

Custom Vehicles Showcase JBL Sound

A plethora of distinctive builds will highlight JBL sound across classic car, golf cart and powersports applications. A custom 1970s Chevelle built by Stitched by Slick for DeVonta Smith anchors the display. Squatch 1706, the mean green high-performance golf cart built by ACE Performance is outfitted with multiple JBL RALLYBAR XL soundbars, the Vanderhall Brawley, an electric 4×4 UTV showcasing JBL audio in a fully enclosed side-by-side, and a custom built “machine” on tracks.

RALLYBAR Gen 2 Takes Sound Beyond the Road

Following its debut at the Miami International Boat Show in February, RALLYBAR Gen 2 brings powerful sound and flexible installation options to its first SEMA Show appearance. The three-model family includes the 21-inch RALLYBAR S2 and RALLYBAR 2, each with a 150-watt RMS Class D amplifier, and the 35-inch RALLYBAR XL2 with a 300-watt RMS amplifier. Designed for UTVs, golf carts, boats and other recreational vehicles, the soundbars carry an IP67 rating for protection against dust and powerful water jets, and patent-pending mounting kits offer multiple top and rear positions to suit different roll cages, frames and towers. Two RALLYBAR Gen 2 soundbars can be paired for stereo or linked with other Auracast™-enabled JBL speakers to extend audio across a group of vehicles. The RALLYBAR 2 and RALLYBAR XL2 add dynamic LED lighting that responds to music, and all three models support Bluetooth 5.4, USB and RCA sources while weighing less than the first-generation line.

BASSPro Packs Powerful Bass Into Compact Spaces

JBL will introduce new additions to its BassPro line of powered subwoofers during the show. The BassPro line pairs built-in amplification with compact enclosures designed to add low-frequency output to factory and aftermarket car audio systems where installation space is limited.

For more information on JBL at SEMA Show 2026, or JBL’s full lineup of audio products, please visit www.jbl.com.

Metra Launches Aküstik™ Smart Multimedia Receiver and Vehicle Integration Line at SEMA 2026

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HOLLY HILL, FL (11.3.26) – Metra Electronics® will introduce Aküstik™, a brand-new line of smart multimedia receivers and vehicle-specific installation solutions, at the 2026 SEMA Show. The launch combines three receiver formats with a broad assortment of radio interfaces, extension and power harnesses, exclusive radio-specific dash kits, and universal mounting adapters. Together, these products give sales and installation partners a coordinated path from product selection to the finished dashboard.

Aküstik enters the market as businesses across the mobile electronics channel reevaluate their in-dash radio assortments and look for a fresh multimedia receiver line they can confidently support. Rather than requiring each business to build a program around a standalone radio, Aküstik is backed by Metra’s vehicle integration and installation expertise, creating new opportunities for complete vehicle-specific packages while reducing uncertainty during product selection and installation.

The launch lineup offers 9-inch, 10-inch, and 10.1-inch touchscreen formats, including fixed-display, floating-screen, and vehicle-specific mounting options. Each receiver is designed around the connectivity customers expect, while Aküstik interfaces and dash kits help retain supported factory functions and deliver a clean, professional fit in a growing range of applications.

Aküstik Smart Multimedia Receivers
All three Aküstik receivers support Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ via wired or wireless connections and include Bluetooth® wireless technology, AM/FM radio, camera inputs, steering wheel audio control readiness, and built-in sound-tuning capabilities. Model-specific features include high-resolution touchscreens, time alignment, graphic equalization, subwoofer level control, RCA preamp outputs, and shallow mounting designs.

  • AK-9T: 9-inch Smart Multimedia Receiver with a 1280×720 touchscreen, shallow chassis, five-channel 4-volt RCA outputs, and built-in amplifier delivering up to 40 watts through four channels
  • AK-10T: 10-inch Smart Multimedia Receiver with a 1280×720 touchscreen, shallow chassis, five-channel 4-volt RCA outputs, and built-in amplifier delivering up to 40 watts through four channels
  • AK-10.1F: 10.1-inch Floating-Screen Smart Multimedia Receiver with a 1280×720 touchscreen, adjustable display angle, shallow single-DIN chassis, installation compatibility with Metra 95- or 99-Series dash kits, six-channel 4-volt RCA outputs, and built-in amplifier delivering up to 50 watts through four channels

Vehicle Integration Designed Around Aküstik
Aküstik radio interfaces are designed specifically for the new receivers and support essential factory features based on the vehicle application. Available functions may include steering wheel audio controls, factory backup and specialty cameras, OEM USB and auxiliary inputs, factory amplifiers, safety chimes, vehicle personalization settings, and HVAC information or control. The lineup also includes universal power harnesses to support clean, streamlined connections.

Vehicle-Specific Radio Interfaces

  • MET-AK-CH1: Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM 2013–2024
  • MET-AK-CH2: Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011–2013
  • MET-AK-FD1: Ford F-Series trucks 2009–2016
  • MET-AK-GM1: Chevrolet and GMC 2014–2020
  • MET-AK-GM2: Chevrolet Colorado | GMC Canyon 2019–2022
  • MET-AK-GM3: Chevrolet Colorado | GMC Terrain/Canyon 2019–2022
  • MET-AK-GM4: GMC Yukon 2007–2014
  • MET-AK-GM5: Chevrolet and GMC 2014–2020
  • MET-AK-HD1: Honda Civic 2022–2024 with 7-inch screen
  • MET-AK-TY1: Toyota Tundra 2007–2013
  • MET-AK-TY2: Select Toyota models 2014–2024
  • MET-AK-TY3: Toyota Tacoma and Camry 2018–2023

Power Harnesses

  • MET-AK-ISO1: Universal power harness for the AK-9T and AK-10T
  • MET-AK-ISO2: Universal power harness for the AK-10.1F

Exclusive Radio-Specific Dash Kits
The Aküstik launch also includes vehicle-specific dash kits engineered exclusively for the AK-9T and AK-10T. Because the radios, mounting components, and dash kits are designed to work together, sales and installation partners can create complete packages with a coordinated fit and fewer questions about product compatibility. The kits are not designed for other aftermarket radios and include the required mounting hardware and installation instructions. Universal adapters allow compatible 9-inch dash kits to accept the AK-10T or compatible 10-inch dash kits to accept the AK-9T.

Dash Kits Designed for the AK-9T

  • 09-5820: Ford F-150 2009–2014
  • 09-5866: Ford Mustang 2015–2023 with factory 8-inch screen
  • 09-6566: Jeep Wrangler JL 2018–2023 and Gladiator JT 2020–2023
  • 09-6536: Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014–2018 with 5-inch screen
  • 09-6562: Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014–2021 with 8.4-inch screen
  • 09-6513: Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011–2013
  • 09-6558: RAM trucks 2013–2024 with 8.4-inch screen
  • 09-6529: RAM trucks 2013–2024 without 8.4-inch screen
  • 09-8271: Toyota 4Runner 2010–2019
  • 09-8219: Toyota FJ Cruiser 2007–2014
  • 09-8235: Toyota Tacoma 2012–2015
  • 09-8246: Toyota Tundra 2014–2021
  • 09-8906: Subaru Legacy and Outback 2015–2019
  • 09-8957: Select Subaru models 2012–2021
  • 09-3016: Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon 2015–2022
  • 09-3505: Select Chevrolet and GMC models 2007–2014
  • 09-6538: Chrysler 200 2015–2017

Dash Kits Designed for the AK-10T

  • 10-3014: Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2014–2019
  • 10-8276: Toyota Camry 2021–2024
  • 10-8220: Toyota Sequoia 2008–2022 and Tundra 2007–2013
  • 10-8251: Toyota Tacoma 2016–2023
  • 10-5871: Ford F-150 2021–2023 with 8-inch screen
  • 10-6545: Jeep Compass 2018–2021
  • 10-7804: Honda Accord 2013–2018

Universal Mounting Adapters

  • 09-0001 converts an AK-10T dash-kit opening to fit the smaller AK-9T
  • 10-0001 adapts an AK-9T dash-kit opening to mount the larger AK-10T

Metra will preview the complete Aküstik lineup during the 2026 SEMA Show at booth #10439 in the North Hall. Product availability and ordering information will be announced at a later date.

Visit www.metraonline.com/akustik for the latest Aküstik product information. Refer to Metra’s Vehicle Fit Guide for up-to-date vehicle-specific applications.

VOXX to Showcase “Built For Real Life” at SEMA 2026

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ZEELAND, MI (11.02.26) – VOXX by Gentex Corporation will exhibit at SEMA 2026 under the theme “Built For Real Life,” showing how its automotive products are engineered to solve real problems in real-world use. Visitors can see the full lineup at Booth 10809 in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), November 3–6, 2026.

The booth is organized around four product categories: Built For Control, Built For Confidence, Built For The Journey, and Built For Productivity. It also introduces a new line of VIPER security and remote start systems, debuts the CLIFFORD CP24 Driver Passcode Authentication System, and previews the VOXX eKey key sharing system.

New products on display

New VIPER security and remote start line. VOXX will unveil a new line of VIPER security and remote start systems. The VIPER SMARTSTART PRO and DIRECTED SMARTSTART PRO apps are also being updated and upgraded to support Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) with DS4 and Trip History.

CLIFFORD CP24 Driver Passcode Authentication System. Making its debut at SEMA, the CP24 is built around the idea of Intelligent Security. Invisible Protection. It adds a hidden layer of security to the vehicle by requiring a custom passcode sequence so thieves are stopped even when they have the key. Powered by CAN-PHANTOM, the CP24 provides advanced vehicle protection against:

  • Key cloning
  • Stolen keys
  • Hot-wiring
  • Unauthorized vehicle use

Key features include advanced CAN-Bus immobilization, R116 certified vehicle security, passcode authorization, protection against key cloning and relay theft, and compatibility with 12–24V vehicles.

VOXX eKey key sharing system. The highly anticipated VOXX eKey will be on display at the show and is scheduled to begin shipping in December.

“At VOXX, we build products for the way people actually drive and work, and ‘Built For Real Life’ is how we put that into practice. Every solution in our booth exists to solve a real problem for the retailer, the installer, and the driver. SEMA is where our partners see how that turns into revenue, from security and driver awareness to entertainment and fleet. Every category is a real opportunity to grow their business,” said Aron Demers, Senior VP, VOXX by Gentex Corporation.

Built For Real Life, by category

Built For Control. Security, remote start and connected control, wherever life takes you. VOXX offers industry-leading brands including VIPER, AVITAL, AUTOMATE, EXCALIBUR and more, along with unique programs designed to support both the retailer and expediter markets.

Built For Confidence. Advanced driver awareness and convenience for every mile. The category includes parking and backup sensors, auto-dimming and full-display rear-view mirrors, blind spot detection, and front, rear and dash cameras, all designed to elevate every drive and help keep customers safe on the road.

Built For The Journey. Vehicle entertainment designed to transform the way customers experience the road, from Rear Seat Video to SiriusXM Satellite Radio. VOXX sees this category as a significant opportunity for retailers to boost their bottom line, and a few sprinkles of ALPINE audio equipment might even be found throughout the booth, as VOXX prepares to serve as ALPINE’s exclusive U.S. distributor, overseeing sales, distribution, marketing, support, and service beginning January 1, 2027.

Built For Productivity. Commercial-grade solutions that keep fleets moving. Products such as commercial-grade parking and backup sensors, cameras, and cruise control and speed-limiter systems help fleet operators reduce risk, improve performance and provide a safer road experience across all types of vehicles.

Custom Ford Bronco Sasquatch

The booth will also feature a custom Ford Bronco Sasquatch outfitted with a wide range of VOXX products, showing how the categories work together on a single vehicle.

Visit VOXX at SEMA 2026

Retailers, installers, and fleet operators are invited to stop by Booth 10809 in the LVCC North Hall, November 3–6, 2026, to see the new products and learn how to tap into these business opportunities.

Learn more at www.voxxbygentex.com.