SHREVEPORT LA (02.18.24)  WTF…Win This Friday.  Soundelux Car Audio won the QPower prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 259 Friday morning, February 16th.

The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. The weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is now spinning in Year 6.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 259th time on Friday morning February 16th. The Wheel landed on the QPower space and the Soundelux Car Audio slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted.

We reached out to the lucky winning retailer in Chula Vista CA with the news. We left a voicemail message for Kenny and look forward to speaking with hm and congratulating him about winning the QPower prize.

Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.

12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, Alphasonik, Race Sport Lighting, Maximum Power, AlloyGator, King Boxes and Massive Audio. 12volt News $100. cash awards also have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for the winning 12volt retailer.

Past winners of the 12volt Spin-To-Win include…Stereo & Video Center-Tyler TX, The Outlaw Garage-Franklin TN, Exotic Sounds-West Palm Beach FL, Endless Possibilities-Aurora IL., Go Auto Sound in Union City NJ, Al&Ed’s South Bay CA, No Limitz Car Audio in Upland CA, Neil’s Specialty-Eureka CA, Sturgess Customs-Lexington SC, Audio By Art-San Antonio TX, SMS Car Audio in Marreo LA and Sweet Wheelz in Mississauga Ontario Canada, Cartronics in Biscayne FL, The CarAudio Shop in St Louis MO, Exotic Sounds in West Palm Beach FL, High North Customs in Grand Prairie Alberta Canada and AMS Audio in Bakersfield CA, Team QRT in Abbeyville LA and California Sound in Fontana CA and Jackie Cooper Electronics, Oklahoma City OK, MARS Audio-Orlando FL, All American Audio in Nutley NJ, Proline Car Stereo in Brooklyn NY, Custom Shop Miami, Tunes and Tint in Lakeland FL, Mobile Concepts Inc in Mokena IL, Seismic Auto Sound in Concord CA, Brooklyn Car Audio in Brooklyn NY, Audio Solutions in Florence MS, Enhanced Customs in Largo FL, Rayco Auto Clinic, Audio Design in San Jose CA, Go Bass Mode in Florida, Avenue Sound in Freeport NY, Audio Plus in Riverview FL, Stereo Zone in Whittier CA, In-Phase Car Audio in Omaha NE, AutoLife Group, N&H Electronics, SK Customs, Land & Sea, The Audio One, NC Custom Shop,Tint World Orlando, Ricky Smith’s Audio, VIP Custom Woks, Mobile Audio Concepts, Audio Lad, Sound Sensations, Dave’s Stereo, Stereo Design, Badlands Customs, Custom Audio-Erie PA, Voltz Autosports-Bridgeport CT, Infinity Sound and Security-Kissimmee, Autosport Plus-Canton OH, Stereo City Pros in Carmichael CA, Devine Concepts in Naples FL, The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC, Extreme Performance Audio in Fresno CA, Audio Depot in Arlington TX, Audio Security in Houston TX, Earmark Car Audio and Marine in Lewisville TX, Audio Jam in Bear DE, Stereo City Ontario, Ontario CA, Audio By Art, San Antonio TX, Code Zero Customs in Tulsa OK, Ken’s Car Tunes in Mobile AL, Soundz Plus in Naperville IL, Markland Designs in Lithonia GA, Electronics Plus in Salinas CA, Xtreme Autosports in Santa Clarita CA, Superior Audio Sounds in San Angelo TX, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Texas Dreamz Customs in Spring TX, Wired Electronics in Linden NJ and Intense Car Audio in OKC, OK, Underground Auto in Sarasota FL, Car Toys Tulsa in Tulsa OK,  Real Audio in Erie PA, Go Autosound in Union NJ, DFM Stereo in Ukiah CA, Impact Tint and Audio in Tyler TX, Mobile Sound Systems in Arlington TX, Redline Audio and Performance In Spindale NC, Car Audio Land in San Diego CA, Audio X Custom Car Audio in Florence AL, River Oaks Car Stereo in Houston TX, American Radio Orlando in Sanford FL, Illustrious Customs in Woodbridge VA, Remote Start Pros in Lawrence MA, HiPro Audio in Victoria TX, AudioPlanetNY in Huntington Station NY, Endless Possibilities in Aurora IL, Audio Finesse in Santa Monica, Drive Customs in San Luis Obispo CA, Custom Works, Noblesville IN, AtoZ Detail in West Haven CT, Cars 843 in Charleston SC, CarTunes Atlanta in Atlanta GA, Mobile Concepts in Garwood NJ, Duke’s Car Stereo in Flint MI, Infinity Auto Sound, King Car Audio in Norwalk CT, PopTronics in Baltimore MD, Sanford Sound in Sanford ME,  Angelvip2474 in Draper UT, Dynamic Car Audio in Baltimore MD, Hi-Pro Audio in Victoria TX, Car Stereo Max in Houston, Pro Audio Center in Richland MS, Rhodes Off-Roads in Farmington MO, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Class A Sounds in Athens OH. Just Audio Video in North Providence RI, CT_Custom in Philadelphia, Audio Solutions in Florence MS and The Audio Shop RC in Rapid City SD, DG Motorsportz in High Point NC, ST Mobile in Texarkana TX, AR Custom OC in Orange CA, Temecula Mobile Sound in Temecula CA,  Unique Auto Sound in Lindenhurst NY, D’s Garage in Corona CA and DS2 Mobile Solutionz in Tomball TX, C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT and The Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT, Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, Electronics Depot Car Audio in Altamonte Springs FL. Car Audio Garage in Pearland TX, Pinnacle Autosound in Lake City FL, J H Audio in Bowling Green VA, The Car Audio Shop StL in High Ridge MO, Anthonys Car Stereo in North Highlands CA, Flynn Audio in Middleton WI, Living Loud Car Audio in Pelham AL, Trail Star Audio in Minnesota, On The Spot Audio in Pennsauken NJ, Animated Car Audio in Essex MD, West Coast Car Audio in Citrus Heights CA, Modified Auto Sound in East Alton IL, Star Car Audio in Hermiston OR, VapeNAudio in Clovis CA, SoundWorks in Millersville MD Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, J A Custom Audio in Houston TX Jose Electronics in North Hills CA,  Sound Proof Car Stereo in Douglasville GA, Auto Additions in Springfield IL, Elite Car Audio in Hollywood CA, Masters Car Stereo in Greenville SC, Audio Plus in Eden NC, Seismic AutoSound in Novato CA, Car Audio Addicts in Pittsburgh PA and AudioKing Tinting in Yakima WA, Arias Tint and Alarms in Duncanville TX, Odeh Car Audio in Gadsden AL, 12volt Specialist in Newark DE, Cutting Edge Audio in San Diego CA, Southern Auto Fab in Lafayette LA, California Sound in Fontana CA, Big Boyz Toyz in Florence SC, 740 Audio in Athens OH and 12volt Outfitters in Hollywood FL., High Quality Auto Sound, Lawrence MA, Custom Car Stereo SC in Spartanburg SC, Zier Box in Dallas TX, Maximum in Manville NJ, Audio Car Stereo in Miami FL, Mach 1 Audio in Washington MO, Doren Car Stereo in Queens Village NY, Side-x-Side Audio in South Charleston WV, Sound Concept in Nanuet NY, Pda Road Gear in Littleton CO and A-Plus Audio and Tinting  Newington CT, Audio Electronics in Indianapolis IN, Tint and Sound in Frederick MD, Tint World Wilmington DE, VIP Autoworks in Mentor OH, All Out Audio in Killeen TX, Yong’s Audio in Indianapolis IN, Custom Audio Concepts in Lima OH, Clear Vibrations in Quakertown PA, The Outlaw Garage in Columbia TN, Xpert Car Audio in Layton UT, No Doubt Window Tint in Ardmore OK, San Diego Car Stereo in San Diego CA, Smart Audio in Lawrence MA, Car Audio One in Chula Vista CA, Audio Excellence in Orlando FL, Ultimate Sounds 1 in Wilmington NC, King Kong Custom Audio in Albuquerque NM. Manny’s Customs in Stockton CA, OD Car Audio in Pasco WA, Car Tunes on Line in Largo FL, INOV8 Audio in Houston TX, Kartel Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT, Pro Auto Sound in Hialeah FL Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Fabulous Auto Alarms in Passaic NJ, Jimmy_Sound_System in Lawrence MA, American Audio Concepts in Houston TX, Arias Tint and Alarm in Duncanville TX, Big Papas Car Audio in Cincinnati OH, Houston Audio Lab in Houston TX, 901 Sound in Memphis TN, Kurtz Car Stereo in Traverse City MI, Sound By Stephen, Music In Motion in Alsip IL, Current Automotive Design in Sparta NJ, Prestige Sounds in Pompano Beach FL, Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Telza Audio in Columbia SC, Limelight Automotive in Webster NY, Victory Lap Auto Restyling East Moline IL, Unique Audio VA in Lorton VA, Builds by Paul in Litchfield AZ, Voodoo Customs in Haltom City TX, Elevated Design in Phoenix AZ, Mobilework/Tintworks in Santa Maria CA, Nappo Car Audio in Houston, Platinum Car Audio in Washington, Ballistic Audiowerks in Smithsburg MD,  Xteme-Car Audio in Bremerton WA, Beltline Motors in Decatur AL, Ultimate Sounds in Chattanooga TN and Santa Fe Auto Sound in Overland Park KS..

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 260 on Friday, February 23rd.. 

TEMPE, AZ (02.16.24) – MasterTech Expo is proud to announce that it will host Rockford Fosgate Presents: Live Jeep Gladiator Install Event during MasterTech Expo 2024 on March 5 from 7pm to 9pm. MasterTech 2024 is scheduled for March 3-6 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Ariz.

“We are excited for this exclusive event for aftermarket retailers and Jeep enthusiasts,” said Bryan Schmitt, MasterTech founder/CEO/president. “We encourage MasterTech 2024 attendees to join Rockford for a live installation demo of the all-new 1800-watt Rockford Fosgate Jeep Gladiator sound system.”

This live demo will not only showcase the simplicity and efficiency of the installation process, but also demonstrate a repeatable sonic solution that Rockford Fosgate has been known for since 1973.

“We’ll highlight the cutting-edge features and technologies that set this system apart, making it the ultimate audio solution for Jeep owners,” explained Tammy Lowe, Rockford Fosgate Director of Marketing. “This event is more than just a demonstration…it’s an opportunity to engage with our experts, ask questions, and learn valuable insights on how to maximize installation time and boost your revenue with every sale.”

Rockford Fosgate Presents: Live Jeep Gladiator Install Event is a terrific networking opportunity where show-goers can mingle and connect with fellow aftermarket retailers, Jeep enthusiasts, and the Rockford Fosgate team in a relaxed atmosphere.

“This is a must-attend for anyone in the aftermarket retail industry looking to enhance their product offerings and installation services,” added Joe Gonzalez, Rockford Fosgate National Sales Manager. “Whether you’re a seasoned installer or new to the game, this event will provide you with practical skills, in-depth product knowledge, and the chance to witness the unmatched performance of Rockford Fosgate’s audio solutions firsthand.”

To learn more about this event and to register for MasterTech 2024, visit www.MasterTechExpo.com.

For accommodations, visit: www.mastertechexpo.com/hotels.html

For more information, visit www.mobilesolutions-usa.com.

LIBERTYVILLE, IL (02.16.24) – Have your customer’s audio expectations transform through compact size and compact performance with Crunch POWERZONE PZ2 levels of power.

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NEW YORK, NY (02.15.24) – February 13, 2024 – SiriusXM today announced extensive audio coverage of the 66th running of the DAYTONA 500 on February 18, as well as all the events and racing news happening during NASCAR’s annual Speedweeks. Subscribers nationwide will have access to the live race broadcast, in-car audio from some of the sport’s top drivers, and daily coverage from Daytona International Speedway.

On DAYTONA 500 race day, SiriusXM will broadcast live from the track starting at 7:00 am ET. When the green flag drops (approximately 2:30 pm ET) listeners will hear every lap of the race live, followed by post-race coverage that will include interviews with the 2024 Daytona 500 Champion and other drivers. The programming airs on the exclusive 24/7 SiriusXM NASCAR Radio channel, which is available to subscribers nationwide in their cars (channel 90) and on the new SiriusXM app.

SiriusXM will also air 10 live Driver2Crew ChatterTM radio feeds on separate SiriusXM channels throughout the DAYTONA 500. Listeners will be able to hear the driver-to-crew communications of drivers including Brad Keselowski, Joey Logano, Denny Hamlin, Ryan Blaney, Bubba Wallace, Chase Elliott, Kyle Busch, William Byron, Kyle Larson and Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. For channels click go to siriusxm.com/daytona500.

SiriusXM NASCAR Radio will also provide live coverage of the Bluegreen Vacations Duel at DAYTONA on Thursday, Feb. 15 (6:00 pm ET), the Fresh from Florida 250 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race on Friday, Feb. 16 (7:00 pm ET), and the United Rentals 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series race on Saturday, Feb. 17 (4:30 pm ET).

Throughout the day on Wednesday, Feb. 14, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio will broadcast live from DAYTONA 500 Media Day, where hosts from the channel will interview each of the drivers in attendance. Following that, listeners will hear live coverage of DAYTONA 500 Qualifying at 8:00 pm ET.

On Thursday, Feb. 15, leading into the Bluegreen Vacations Duel at DAYTONA, SiriusXM’s Dave Moody will host a special broadcast open to the public from the Daytona Fanzone (3:00 pm ET). Moody will interview several active and former drivers and preview the evening’s twin races.

On Monday, Feb. 19, on The Morning Drive, hosts Mike Bagley and Pete Pistone will have a live interview with the 2024 DAYTONA 500 champion driver, crew chief and owner.

SiriusXM NASCAR Radio is the only national 24/7 channel covering NASCAR and delivers live coverage of every NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Cup Series race live, with live pre- and post-race programming airing before and after every event.

Between races, the channel features a lineup of hosts that includes active and former drivers, crew chiefs and insiders. Listeners will hear insight and analysis from Larry McReynolds, Danny “Chocolate” Myers, Mike Skinner, Todd Gordon, Mike Bagley, Pete Pistone, Danielle Trotta, Dave Moody, Brad Gillie, Pat Patterson and others.

The channel will feature new programs in the lineup in 2024.

Backstretch Banter with RFK Racing will debut on February 21 and air Wednesdays at 2:00 pm ET. Host Chris Childers will be joined each week by RFK Racing drivers and executives.
com’s Stacking Pennies podcast, hosted by Corey LaJoie, will debut on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio every Tuesday at 2:00 pm ET.
Gone Racin’, the weekly podcast hosted by veteran driver Brendan Gaughan, will make its debut on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio each week.
Every weekday, listeners will hear The Morning Drive with Mike Bagley and Pete Pistone (7:00 am ET), On Track with Danielle Trotta and Larry McReynolds (11:00 am ET) and SiriusXM Speedway with Dave Moody (3:00 pm ET). Late Shift with Brad Gillie and Todd Gordon will air Mondays and Tuesdays (6:00 pm ET). Front Stretch with Pat Patterson will air Saturday and Sunday mornings (7:00 am ET). Danny “Chocolate” Myers will regularly join SiriusXM Speedway and Front Stretch as a co-host.

Two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion and driver of the No. 22 Team Penske Ford Joey Logano will also return to host his exclusive SiriusXM show, Behind the Wheel with Joey Logano select Tuesdays throughout the season on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.

For more information visit www.SiriusXM.com/NASCAR.

AUBURN HILLS, MI (02.15.24) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. (“Alpine”) is now shipping the industry’s first complete sound system upgrade for Tesla. The system is available in four different applications designed to fit select Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles.

System offerings include an 11-speaker upgrade package for the factory base audio systems in the 2018-2021 Tesla Model 3 (PSS-TSLA-213) and 2022-up Tesla Model 3 (PSS-TSLA-223).

Tesla Model Y systems feature a 13-speaker upgrade package for the 2020-2021 Tesla Model Y (PSS-TSLA-21Y) and 2022-2023 Tesla Model Y (PSS-TSLA-22Y).

The Complete Plug-and-Play Sound System Upgrade Kits for Tesla are available now for $2999.95 and can be purchased at Alpine Authorized retailers and Preferred Online Stores. Please check the store locator on www.alpine-usa.com for details.

For the Model 3 vehicles with the factory premium audio system, Alpine will offer a 13-speaker upgrade package (two additional speakers for the rear deck) for the 2018-2021 Tesla Model 3 (PSS-TSLA-213P) and 2022-up Tesla Model 3 (PSS-TSLA-223P). These applications will be available in Spring 2024.