HATTIESBURG, MS (07.22.26) – N&H Electronics works closely with their dealers in the Mississippi territory and along the Gulf Coast. Recently, Ricky Gibson and team members Scott Rogers and Mark Sealey have put together a way to help their dealers connect with consumers.

The N&H team is working with the 12volt Central Studios and developing graphics that their dealers can utilize on social media posts. The graphic shows the specific retailer with a big thumbs up showcasing consumers enjoying the concert in the car. The N&H team can snap an image of a dealer picking up an order in their Hattiesburg location or traveling on the road. After getting the dealer’s image the 12volt Center Studio staff will create the social media graphic, get it approved by the dealer and send the finished graphic to the dealer to make the post on their social media.

The first example is Wizard Electronics in Summit MS. Erik Hightower provided a big thumbs up image. Happy customers in the background were added.. Shortly after receiving the Wizard Electronic graphics Eric started seeing likes on his Facebook social media page.

An added plus with this program is the dealer and N&H can select one of their brands that the dealer stocks for additional exposure… In this case Kicker.

Stay tuned for more as N&H Electronics will continue working with their dealers to create ‘concert in your car’ excitement and drive store traffic.

Contact your N&H Electronics team member for more.

NEW YORK, NY (07.22.26) – SiriusXM and Audacy announced today a new agreement that will bring 42 of Audacy’s leading sports, news and talk stations from 29 markets across the U.S. to SiriusXM, significantly expanding SiriusXM’s local content offering and extending the reach of many of Audacy’s market-leading brands.

23 Audacy sports stations will launch on SiriusXM on September 1, in time for the start of football season, giving fans nationwide access to more trusted local sports talk, commentary and analysis from many of the country’s most passionate sports markets. In addition to these sports channels, 19 Audacy news and talk stations will become available on SiriusXM later this year.

The agreement builds on SiriusXM’s already unmatched sports audio lineup, giving listeners coast-to-coast access to hometown sports talk along with national voices, league channels, and podcasts.

“SiriusXM is the essential audio home for sports fans, offering access to every team and game alongside an unmatched lineup of national sports talk, expert analysis, and the biggest voices in sports,” said Scott Greenstein, SiriusXM’s President and Chief Content Officer. “We also recognize the unique role local personalities play in connecting fans with their teams every day. By adding Audacy’s extensive lineup of sports stations, we’re making those trusted hometown voices available to fans wherever they are across North America. Together, we’re delivering an even more complete audio experience – bringing live games, premier national sports talk, and hometown conversations together in one place.”

Audacy’s industry-leading portfolio includes sports stations in major markets across the U.S. – including in each of Nielsen’s top 10 designated market areas – and a deep roster of local hosts, analysts and programming that connect with some of the most engaged audiences in audio.

“Audacy’s sports brands are deeply connected to the cities, teams and fan communities they serve, and being able to extend our reach nationally through SiriusXM is a natural fit, ” said Kelli Turner, CEO and President, Audacy Inc. “We look forward to working together with SiriusXM to bring our outstanding talent and content to sports fans and news and talk listeners wherever they are, providing our audiences with more ways to stay connected to the conversations that matter most to them.”

Starting September 1, the following Audacy sports stations will be available to SiriusXM listeners in their vehicles and on the SiriusXM app:

WFAN (New York)
104.3 The Score (Chicago)
105.3 The Fan (Dallas)
95.7 The Game (San Francisco)
SportsRadio 94WIP (Philadelphia)
WEEI 93.7 (Boston)
97.1 The Ticket (Detroit)
93.7 The Fan (Pittsburgh)
92.3 The Fan (Cleveland)

Starting September 1, the following Audacy sports stations will be available on the SiriusXM app and in the growing number of vehicles on the road with the latest generation SiriusXM with 360L radios:

97.1 The Fan (Los Angeles)
SportsRadio 610 (Houston)
106.7 The Fan (Washington DC)
The Team 980 (Washington DC)
92.9 The Game (Atlanta)
104.3 WQAM (Miami)
97.3 The Fan (San Diego)
105.7 The Fan (Baltimore)
105.1 The Fan (Portland)
ESPN 1320 (Sacramento)
96.5 The Fan (Kansas City)
105.7 The Fan (Milwaukee)
92.9 ESPN (Memphis)
WGR 550 Sports Radio (Buffalo)

In addition to the sports talk stations above, 19 Audacy news and talk stations will arrive on SiriusXM at a future date. These will be available on the SiriusXM app and in vehicles with SiriusXM with 360L, and include:

1010 WINS/92.3 FM (New York)
KNX News (Los Angeles)
WBBM Newsradio (Chicago)
KCBS All News (San Francisco)
NewsRadio 1080 KRLD (Dallas)
KYW Newsradio (Philadelphia)
Talk Radio 1210 WPHT (Philadelphia)
WWJ Newsradio 950 (Detroit)
1380 WAOK (Atlanta)
News Talk 830 WCCO (Minneapolis)
104.1 KMOX (St. Louis)
NewsRadio KDKA (Pittsburgh)
98.1 KMBZ FM (Kansas City)
WWL (New Orleans)
WTIC News Talk 1080 (Hartford)
NewsRadio 930 WBEN (Buffalo)
NewsRadio WRVA (Richmond)
News/Talk 98.9 WORD (Greenville/ Spartanburg/Asheville, SC)
NewsRadio WILK (Wilkes-Barre/Scranton)

The Audacy sports stations will be available to the majority of SiriusXM subscribers through its most popular subscription plans, including Platinum, All Access, Music & Entertainment, and other options. The additional Audacy news and talk stations will become available through eligible SiriusXM plans when they join the lineup later this year.

For more info, visit www.audacyinc.com and www.siriusxm.com.

JOPLIN, MO (07.21.26) – Creative Audio is showing how community involvement can drive retail growth by taking its brand beyond the showroom. Through local automotive and motorcycle events, the retailer creates opportunities to connect with enthusiasts, build relationships, and introduce new customers to its products and services.

One of its signature efforts is the Third Thursday Gathering in Joplin, where owners of cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, side-by-sides, and other custom vehicles are invited to gather outside the store. The event is open to everyone, regardless of where their vehicles were built or modified, creating a welcoming environment that encourages conversation and showcases the local customization community.

Creative Audio also strengthens its presence through motorcycle-focused events like Yeager’s Cycle Bike Night and the East x West Rally. These gatherings allow the team to educate riders on motorcycle audio and connect with customers.

By working alongside industry partners and participating in community events, Creative Audio has turned local gatherings into an extension of its showroom. The strategy goes beyond generating immediate sales. It builds visibility, trust, and long-term relationships while keeping the retailer closely connected to the enthusiasts it
serves.

Visit creativeaudio.net for more.

DIAMOND BAR, CA (07.21.26) – The SEMA Motorsports Products & Media Council (MPMC) will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its Media Trade Conference Feb. 2-4, 2027, in Orlando, Fla. Manufacturer registration is open now to MPMC, Truck & Off-Road Alliance (TORA), and Performance Racing Industry (PRI) business members, who can lock in discounted pricing through Sept. 8 at mediatradeconference.com.

For 30 years, the MPMC Media Trade Conference has been a powerful venue for motorsports parts manufacturers to build high-quality relationships with the media. Known for its “speed dating” format, the event enables manufacturers to engage in more than 40 half-hour meetings with journalists, podcasters, and content creators throughout the three days, with the goal of establishing valuable partnerships and getting their company news and products in front of the right audience.

“The Media Trade Conference is a high-performance engine for visibility and connection in the motorsports aftermarket,” said MPMC Chair Brian Bohlander. “In just three days, companies have the opportunity to engage directly with the voices that shape the industry, turning conversations into coverage and relationships into long-term momentum.”

Unlike other events that focus on buyers and sellers, the Media Trade Conference focuses on helping manufacturers find valuable media partnerships without the distractions of a busy trade show floor. It’s where brands drive their narrative, share product demonstrations, and discover new communication channels they may not have considered previously.

“Your network is your net worth, and the Media Trade Conference is a great way to meet different people that can help you grow your business,” added Bohlander. “That’s why this program has been successful for the past 30 years; it puts people in a room together to talk about what they do best and are passionate about — and magic happens.”

The Media Trade Conference will also feature daily networking opportunities to help attendees maximize making connections outside of meetings. Additionally, all attendees are invited to an evening reception featuring an awards ceremony recognizing the 2027 MPMC Robert E. Petersen Media Award winner.

MPMC, TORA, and PRI business members can save money by registering before the Sept. 8 early-bird pricing deadline. Media registration will open in October.

To learn more and to register, visit mediatradeconference.com.

JOPLIN, MO (07.20.26) – Joplin should be known as the Sturgis of the south. On the weekend of July 17 and 18th the East x West Motorcycle meet up House of Speed event packed the streets of downtown Joplin. Vendors, bike shows, food, drinks, and music filled the streets.

Chris Pace, and the Arrowhead Sales & Marketing Dare to Listen JBL trailer, was on site doing thousands of demos over the two days. Pace related “This is a big time Harley show and all Harley riders love Audio. With the JBL, infinity and Epsilon products live on the trailer we can demo speakers, amps and head units plus systems right on the trailer. The Dare To Listen JBL Trailer definitely was a magnet for the event.”

Arrowhead Sales and Marketing is based in the Kansas City area and covers the MINK states. Pace is on the road frequently working dealer events plus shows spotlighting the JBL Dare To Listen Trailer. Two days before the East x West event Pace was on site at the Creative Audio show in Joplin.

“On the Dare To Listen trailer we have PA capability at events and LED lighting to add to the overall experience” Pace added.

For more see arrowheadsales@icloud.com