DANIA BEACH, FL (06.15.23) – Tury Vehicle Enhancement products is excited to announce the newest item to the line up.
The FAST, or Full Acceleration and Safety Technology, product line just got a wicked set of upgrades with the launch of the new FAST MAX series of interfaces. This new throttle control system is not just another signal modifier that gives a vehicle a more responsive feel, it is now a safety device giving drivers peace of mind.
Building on the FAST 3.0 that has become a fan favorite, Tury has added a couple of new hardware features to make the MAX even more desirable. From the new Megic Key Bluetooth Fob (sold separately) to the direct wire input compatible with most telematic units, the FAST MAX can now function as an anti-carjacking device and vehicle immobilizer. Some software updates include features like an AutoLock that now keeps the throttle inactive unless a friendly smartphone or paired MagicKey is detected.
“We are very excited about this amazing release from TURY that will be an incredible asset to protect vehicles all around the country” stated Diogo Iannacconi, CEO of HKI-USA, the importer for Tury.
For more information about the Tury and the other HKI brands, please visit hki-usa.com or e-mail info@hki-usa.com.
TULSA, OK (06.14.23) – The 2023 Rumble and Roll, supporting the Make a Wish Foundation, was a huge success on Thursday, June 8th. Well over 2000 motorcycle enthusiasts rolled through the streets of Tulsa to gather in the Brookside area.
Bikers gathered outside Churchill’s after their Rumble and Roll ride through Tulsa.
The Brookside Center was filled with enthusiasts.
Charles Stewart, Car Toys Tulsa owner related, “We were an Event Sponsor and had a major presence in front of Churchill’s in the Brookside area of Tulsa which was the destination for the bikers. Bikers assembled at the University of Tulsa Reynolds Center and paraded down Peoria street. Through the years the Rumble and Roll event has raised nearly over $400,000 for the Oklahoma Make A Wish Foundation.”
In front of Churchill’s, Car Toys had a large tent set up with 2 bikes for demos plus a table spotlighting Rockford Fosgate products designed for bikes.
The streets were blocked off for the Rumble and Roll crowd.
Car Toys Tulsa staff members connected with bikers.
“Our bike business continues to grow. Putting the Car Toys Tulsa name, along with the Rockford Fosgate brand, in front of so many bikers during the 20th Annual Rumble and Roll was amazing. The 3 hours at the event was non-stop. We gave a ton of demos, sold products, provided quotes and set up installations. In the first days after the event we did several jobs in our bay at the store. The average ticket was right at $2K each” Stewart added.
Rockford Fosgate is a strong brand for bikes at Car Toys Tulsa and was featured at Rumble and Roll.
Bikers enjoyed time together at Churchill’s during the Rumble and Roll evening.
Concluding, Stewart stated, “There was a live band and so much energy at the event. Mark Adams, Chance Rotert and Chad Ball from the store were at the event with me and we talked with so many people. Today retailers need to get out and and connect with consumers and enthusiasts. We definitely did that at the Rumble and Roll. Even though Car Toys Tulsa has been in the Tulsa market for over 3 decades it’s amazing that people will say they didn’t know we worked on bikes, UTVs or boats. That’s another reason we like to work at off site consumer events. Can’t wait for Rumble and Roll 2024.”
MIDDLETOWN, CT (06.14.23) – GoFast Solutions, a leading provider of 12V electronics solutions, is proud to announce its appointment as the authorized distributor for Clarion Marine in the New England region, New York including NY Metro, and North & Central New Jersey. This partnership brings together two industry leaders dedicated to delivering high-quality marine audio and entertainment systems to boating enthusiasts in the Northeastern United States.
As an authorized distributor, GoFast Solutions will offer an extensive range of Clarion Marine products, including state-of-the-art marine audio receivers, amplifiers, speakers, subwoofers, and accessories. Known for their exceptional sound quality, durability, and innovative features, Clarion Marine products are specifically designed to withstand the harsh marine environment, ensuring an unparalleled audio experience for boaters.
Bob Hernandez showcases a selection of Clarion Marine Audio in the GoFast Solutions studio in the Middletown, CT.
With this collaboration, customers in New England, New York, and North & Central New Jersey can now access Clarion Marine’s cutting-edge audio solutions through GoFast Solutions’ extensive network of authorized dealers and retailers. Boaters and marine enthusiasts in the region will benefit from GoFast Solutions’ expertise in marine electronics, exceptional customer service, and commitment to delivering superior products.
“We are thrilled to be appointed as the authorized distributor for Clarion Marine in the New England, New York, and North & Central New Jersey territories,” said Bob Hernandez Director of Sales for GoFast Solutions. “Clarion Marine is renowned for its exceptional audio technology, and this partnership allows us to offer the highest quality marine audio solutions to our valued customers. We are excited about the possibilities this collaboration brings and look forward to serving the boating community in the Northeastern United States.”
GoFast Solutions has a proven track record in delivering premium marine electronics products and services. With their extensive knowledge of the boating industry, they are well-positioned to provide personalized support, technical expertise, and comprehensive solutions to boaters and dealers alike.
For more information about GoFast Solutions and their range of Clarion Marine products, please visit their website at www.gofst.com or contact their sales team at info@gofst.com
HOLLY HILL, FL (06.14.23) – Metra Electronics will attend KnowledgeFest at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana, June 23-25, to showcase their latest aftermarket installation products and host new training sessions. They will display a Nissan 350Z Roadster, fully customized with Metra products by GNC Customs in Goshen, Indiana at their booth, #201. Metra’s training sessions will cover new Shuriken Lithium Series batteries, dash kits for the newest vehicle applications, integrations for Tesla, next-generation Axxess DSP products, innovations from iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems, and more! Attendees will also learn about Metra’s new dealer-only brands; Proscenium, featuring high-quality audio products, and Tsunami, featuring clean wire solutions for audio installations. Training sessions will include:
“Metra’s 2023 New Products Overview” – June 23 at 12:30 PM Overview and education on Metra’s newest products launched at the 2022 SEMA Show. This training covers Shuriken’s new line of lithium-ion and lithium-iron batteries, dash kits for the newest vehicle applications, integrations for Tesla, next-generation Axxess DSP products, innovations from iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems, and more! Attendees will also learn about Metra’s new dealer-only brands, Proscenium and Tsunami.
“Axxess New Product Overview” – June 23 at 1:45 PM Learn about the newest integration accessories from Axxess, designed to help installers deliver upgraded sound systems and everyday convenience to drivers with less labor and work in the install bay. This training will cover new vehicle-specific DSP packages, amp retention interfaces, STOP/START engine override interfaces, AXTC Series interfaces, line output converters, DSP T-harnesses, and more.
“Proscenium LOCs and Tsunami Wiring, Our Dealer-Only Product Lines” – June 23 at 3:00 PM Two new dealer-only brands have been added under the Metra Electronics umbrella. Proscenium offers high-quality products that every installer needs when designing a flexible audio system, including High-Voltage Active Line Output Converters (LOCs), Premium Active LOCs with Bass Restoration, and Premium Load Resistors. This session will also cover new clean wire solutions such as audio connections, power, ground, and speaker wire, amp installation kits, battery terminals, distribution blocks, fuse holders, and more from Metra’s newly revived Tsunami brand.
“New Motorcycle & PowerSports Upgrades” – June 24 at 4:15 PM New accent lighting, driving lights, audio accessories, and more are designed to fit select Harley-Davidson, Indian, and Can-AM Rykers. New products covered will include a 7″ Reflector Headlight with Full Halo, 4.5″ Reflector Passing Lights with Full Halo, a 16-Piece Chasing LED Strip Kit, Cut-In Saddlebag Lids, a Vent Grille Light, Keystone Lights, new Speaker adapter harnesses, a new Chasing Accent Lighting Kit, and much more. This training will show you how to easily stylize your customers’ motorcycles and powersports vehicles with less time spent on wiring and custom fabrication.
“Simplify your Install with Axxess DSPs” – June 24 at 5:30 PM The AXDSP-X and AXDSP-L lines are patented DSP products that help simplify installation and provide affordable audio solutions. This training will cover Axxess DSPs, highlight new vehicle-specific products, and showcase the newest app features. Metra’s experts will explain how these solutions can increase sales in the showroom and decrease installation time, as well as how to use and set up Axxess DSPs through the app for complete tuning control when to use the DSP “Lite” versus “X” solutions, and more.
Metra’s customers can register for the KnowledgeFest event at no cost using Metra’s VIP code, available by request from their sales representative. Once registered for the event, attendees will also need to register online at KnowledgeFest.org for each training session they will attend.
INDIANAPOLIS, IN (06.13.23) – Now in its second decade of sponsorship, KICKER® returned and put its brand name with Slamology – one of the largest car audio events in the country. The 20-year show took place June 10-11 at Lucas Oil Raceway near Indianapolis. During the rain disrupted event the highly anticipated KICKER “Gates” Bronco was unveiled.
The KICKER Bronco honoring the Alma Gates ‘Beast’ drew many attendees to the booth.
The KICKER-built Bronco, which pays homage to Alma Gates’ “Beast” from 20 years ago, houses a 30,000-watt system with nine 12-inch KICKER SoloX subwoofers. KICKER’s booth area also featured four other extreme builds, including Andy Magill’s famed “Cookie Monster,” Slamology founder Donnie Babb’s magazine-worthy Mazda® truck, and the “Bone Shaker” rocket-powered big rig from Canada. The KICKER booth was located on the south side of the show in Audio Vendor Row, where full-tilt demo sessions regularly occurred.
Attendees checked out KICKER’s wide selection of products in the booth.
The action under the KICKER tent was busy throughout Slamology 2023.
The Main Stage was action central with bands, bikini contests and much more.
“It’s truly astounding that we’ve made it to our 20th annual event,” said Babb, president of GaugeMagazine.com and Slamology. Lucas Oil Raceway Park has proven to be the perfect venue for our continued expansion.”
In addition to Slamology’s well-earned reputation as a first-class car show, it is also grown to be a premiere car audio event on the planet, with more than 2,000 vehicles positioned on the Lucas Oil Raceway venue.
Hydraulics was spotlighted on many rides around the venue.
How low can you go is the question.
Extreme customized bikes were on display under many tents.
Simultaneously USACi, MECA, IASCA and Bass Wars conducted independent, multi-point car audio competitions, featuring hundreds of the world’s best Sound Quality and SPL competitors vying for much-desired championship points, trophies and prizes.
The Sunday afternoon rain definitely brought out the umbrellas.
The Sunday rain definitely dampened the BassWars Competiton.
Slamology anticipated attendance in excess of 20,000 spectators. The weather forecast and Sunday afternoon rain definitely impacted the 2023 overall attendance. The show also featured live, local bands on stage, along with a tattoo competition, auto-limbo, a hydraulic contest, big-rig show, bikini contest and more.
AUBURN HILLS, MI (06.13.23) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. is now shipping the Alpine OPTIM8-Channel Hi-Res Sound Processor and Amplifier with Automatic Sound Tuning.
The Alpine OPTIM8 offers a suite of features, including a built-in 8-channel amplifier that is able to power a full sound system and flexible inputs that can be used with a factory radio or an aftermarket radio. However, the star feature of the product is the automatic sound-tuning controls that can tune a sound system in less than five minutes.
Using a PC App or IOS App for the iPhone (available on the iPhone 10 or newer), the Alpine OPTIM8 App guides users through a series of quick and simple movements of an external tuning microphone (sold separately) or the built-in iPhone microphone to take measurements of their sound system.
This is made possible by using Acoustic Power Volume Density (APVD), an auto-EQ technology that takes a three-dimensional image of the audio signal within the vehicle’s cabin, accounting for any anomalies or acoustic challenges like a center console or steering wheel, and intelligently flattens the vehicle’s audio curve to create a base for tuning. The user is then able to tune the sound system to their listening preference by choosing a target curve that is applied to the system in real-time.
The Alpine Optim8 PXE-C80-88 is available now for $799.95 and can be purchased at Alpine Authorized retailers and Preferred Online Stores. Please check the store locator on www.alpine-usa.com for details.
VAIS Technology has released new satellite radio integrated solutions specifically designed for 2023 AUDI models. This solution allows owners of these 2023 models to add SiriusXM® satellite radio to their existing factory stereo, without compromising functionality.
“Since 2003, VAIS Technology have been developing satellite radio adapters for vehicles that aren’t equipped from the factory with SiriusXM® tuners,” Dennis Hopper, Vice President of Sales, says. “While satellite radio is more popular than ever, many new OEM vehicles still don’t come equipped from the factory with satellite tuners. Our company develops simple, easy to install integrated solutions that add satellite radio, but preserve factory functions.”
The new 2023 integration kits provide coverage for AUDI A3, A4, A5, A6, Q3 and Q5 model numbers (GSR-UV01), GM (GSR-AU01) vehicles. This adapter connects directly to the original factory radio and allows the vehicle owner to listen to satellite radio through the existing factory system. The VAIS integrated solution also allows for full control of satellite radio functions – changing stations, setting presets, steering wheel functions, etc.
To learn more about the new, GSR-UV01 and AU01, from VAIS Technology, visit vaistech.com
SANFORD, ME (06.12.23) – Sanford Sound hosted an Alpine Experience on Tuesday, June 6th. The Alpine Pickup rolled in with Colin Vargo, Alpine Brand Specialist, behind the wheel. Vargo was joined by Alpine Direct Representive Colette Beaudoin and the final setup for the event took place on the windy Tuesday. Nate Merrille, Sanford Sound representative from area distributor GoFast Solutions, was also in the house.
Jack Bogard, and the Sanford Sound crew, had the grounds in front of the store well prepared. In fact, Bogard’s classic Chevy pickup and Alpine banners were in place beginning May 24th. A custom-crafted Alpine surfboard was showcased on the side of the truck.
Sanford Sound began this Alpine graphic posts on April 29th and included 7 more posts before the June 6th event.
“The Alpine Experience event was a key promotion for us this summer. Therefore we started letting enthusiasts in Sanford know about the Alpine Experience at our store. The first post of the event on social media was actually on April 29th when we posted the Apline supplied graphic” Bogard related. The Alpine supplied Experience graphic was posted 8 times on Sanford Sound social media leading up to the June 6th event.
“We had many phone calls leading up to the event and people started showing up early Tuesday morning. Colin and Colette did at least 40 demos during the day with people seated in the Alpine demo truck. All were amazed when their demo was finished. We had asked peope to bring their favorite song for a demo. Those who did let us know their favorite song had never sounded like that as they heard something like a live concert” Bogard stated.
Jack Bogard, Nate Merrille Go Fast Solutions with Colette Beaudoin and Colin Vargo from Alpine.
During the day sales were strong as customers made purchases. There was lunch from the grill and product raffles. More customers booked appoints and business continued from the event through the end of the week.
Colin, Jack and the Sanford Sound team Kevin, Jay, Matt and Justin (LtoR).
“I want to thank my wife Christine who worked through the day as well as Team members Kevin, Jay, Matt, and Justin. A very big thank you to our business partner Alpine. It is terrific Alpine understands how important it is to connect with enthusiasts on the brick and mortar showroom floor” Bogard concluded.
Jack Bogard, an Alpine raffle winner, Christine Bogard and Colin Vargo (L to R).
Since Sanford Sound opened in 1995, with Jack Bogard behind the wheel, the company has proactively worked to connect with consumers and organizations by hosting events in the store, in the store’s parking lot and grounds plus at off-site events. Today, Sanford Sound is the established store for audio in-vehicle, Powersports, marine and motorcycles. Home AV and office applications are also on the menu.
After a long day and very successful event Colin and Colette flank Jack in the Sanford Sound showroom.
Sanford, ME is a town of just over 22,000. Over the past 25+ years the Sanford Sound has stretched well beyond the town’s borders throughout the region.
12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (06.12.23) – ‘Jammin’ N June’… It’s Summertime and time for 12volt dealers to ‘Crank It Up’ and drive sales! It’s Summertime and time for consumers to get Jammin’ N June with great gear for their rides. Hi-Tech in-dash media, powerful amps and speakers that rock plus much more will get their rides Jammin’ N June. Importantly that can also drive sales.
More and more sales of 12volt products are taking place on line. Consumers who make those purchases are by-passing traditional brick and mortar stores. Online sales have been on a steady rise for a number of years. 12volt retailers must become more proactive utilizing social media to grow their social media followers and connect with those followers. Participating at off-site events can also drive sales. How about showcasing a demo vehicle outside the store with LED lighting? Sitting behind the counter waiting for customers to walk in the door is not working.
Team Nutz connecting with Jeepers and enthusiasm at the Bantam Jeep Festival in Butler PA June 9th and 10th.
The custom Jammin’ N June graphic below can get the ball rolling. There is No Charge. In today’s marketplace proactive 12volt retailers are utilizing social media to connect with followers and consumers. 12volt retailers can post this FREE graphic on their Instagram and Facebook accounts. The graphic is square for the Instagram and Facebook templates… Simply screenshot and size the graphic!!! In the comments area dealers can highlight their brands and exciting activities… Special offers too!
Real Audio in Erie PA features eye-catching lighting on their new building. Spotlighting popular vehicles with LED lighting after dark drives consumer awareness.
The 12volt Central staff has also reached out to distributors, their on the road staff members and manufacturer representatives to actively work to help 12volt retailers increase their social media presence. That could definitely be a win/win for all.
Jammin’ N June. Those words, and that message, can grab the attention of followers and consumers to create in-store traffic for 12volt retailers. It’s imperative 12volt retailers create a powerful in-store experience for consumers in their showrooms. An impressive demonstration in a retailer’s showroom can also bring a smile to a customer’s face and drive sales.
From the 12volt Central Studios we will continue to showcase positives across the 12volt industry. The new 12voltSTP Tool makes that easier than ever. Snap an image with your smartphone. Txt that image to 318-469-2526. PRESTO. Your store’s positive activities could be in the news.
As an industry ‘Let’s Get Our Shine On.’ Let’s get Jammin’ N June!
Much more to come from the 12volt Central Studios.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (06.12.23) – Virtually every new OEM vehicle features advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) as a standard today, and automakers utilize different types of tests to develop and validate their respective systems. Knowing how these vehicles are evaluated can help automotive professionals plan their new-product development processes and better understand the vehicle’s performance.
During the webinar “Testing of ADAS Technologies” on Wednesday, June 14, at 1:00 p.m. PDT, SEMA members will learn about the types of tests performed and how data is recorded, in a very controlled manner, to assess the performance of ADAS systems accurately.
Taylor Manahan, director of advanced mobility at Transportation Research Center, will share the types of sensors being used for these technologies, as well as the facilities, equipment and methods utilized for testing these technologies. Attendees will also gain an understanding of how track testing is conducted.
Register for the webinar presented by the SEMA Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) here.
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