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AudioControl Unveiling New Products Plus Key 12-Volt Training Sessions in English and Spanish at KnowledgeFest

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SEATTLE, WA (02.16.22) – AudioControl will be hosting training seminars in both English and Spanish for attendees at KnowledgeFest Las Vegas, being held at the South Point Convention Center February 18-20, 2022. The prominent AudioControl booth will also feature new products displays as well as two demo vehicles.

Much to See and Hear in Booth 801
Featuring AudioControl’s largest exhibition booth ever at KnowledgeFest, there will be two cars onsite with demo systems: A BMW 6-Series featuring AudioControl amplifiers, DSP, and the new Epicenter Micro. A Dodge Charger Hellcat will also be on display, showcasing AudioControl signal processing and amplification.

Training Seminars
The AudioControl team will be hosting one training seminar per day for English-speaking attendees, covering how to maximize system performance with AudioControl’s all-in-one amplifier solutions (Friday), how to achieve success with any vehicle using OEM interface solutions and how to deliver best sound quality using DSP (Saturday), and the many benefits of utilizing the AudioControl DM-RTA—the ultimate test tool (Sunday).

On Saturday evening, AudioControl has assembled stars of the Spanish-speaking car audio community to offer “After Hours with AudioControl en Español,” a hands-on training event done exclusively in Spanish. Numerous subjects will be covered; however, the primary focus will be on DSP training, demystifying this powerful technology to bring best performance to each system.

“With everything we have planned for this KnowledgeFest, it is certainly an event you won’t want to miss,” stated Matthew Palumbo, Mobile Audio Sales Manager at AudioControl. “The educational tracks, newly unveiled products, and demo vehicles create a valuable experience for our dealer partners, enabling both sales and installation teams to design and deliver best-performing systems to their customers. We are very grateful to draw from our talented and diverse community to offer critical programs in both English and Spanish.”

KNOWLEDGEFEST LAS VEGAS TRAINING SCHEDULE (see full event schedule HERE)

Friday, February 18th – 1:45-2:45pm Room Sonoma C
AudioControl Amplifiers: The all-in-one Solution

Saturday, February 19th – 5:30-6:30pm Room Sonoma C
LOCs, LGDs, & DSPs Oh My! (with special guest trainer Dean Beyett of 5 Star Car Stereo)

Sunday, February 20th – 10:45-11:45am Room Sonoma C
DM-RTA: The Ultimate Audio Test Tool

Saturday, February 19th 6:45pm Room Sonoma C
After Hours with AudioControl en Español DSP training in Spanish with three honored guests:
Ricardo Rangel – Monster by Rangel, Mexico City, Mexico
Fernando Lopez – 5 Star Car Stereo, Clearwater, Florida
Roberto Estrada – AudioControl rep for Mexico

Visit AudioControl at the 2022 KnowledgeFest Las Vegas, February 18-20 in Booth 801

Click here to Reserve Your Seat

Visit audiocontrol.com and knowledgefest.org for more.

KICKER Marine Audio Supports New Partnership of CPS Sales & Manufacturing & United Marine Manufacturer’s Association, Inc.

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STILLWATER, OK (02.16.22) – KICKER Marine Audio, a leading designer and producer of top-quality marine audio, is pleased to support the new partnership recently announced between the United Marine Manufacturer’s Association, Inc. and KICKER’s long-time electronics representative, CPS Distributors. CPS has sold KICKER Marine Audio to OEM boat builders since KICKER started its marine division nearly 20 years ago.

Brandon Lang, VP of CPS Distributors, Phil White, KICKER Director of Marine Audio Systems and Sandy Moore, KICKER Events and Promotions Coordinator at a previous Miami International Boat Show.

“We look forward to working closely with CPS as they help serve UMMA’s membership of independent boat builders with their marine electronic needs,” said Phil White, KICKER’s Director of Marine Audio Systems. “We are confident KICKER Marine Audio can offer these boat manufacturers the quality and durability they require and hope to expand our OEM profile within the organization,” he adds.

“UMMA is pleased to partner with CPS Sales & Manufacturing (dba CPS Distributing) to provide audio options for our members,” says Jodi Sanders, UMMA Director of Operations. “We feel the KICKER and CPS brands are the perfect addition to our supplier base. We are excited to see what the future holds for audio and are excited to develop our new relationship,” she added.

The UMMA is an organization of independent boat-builders, which, while operating autonomously, have joined together to enhance their collective competitiveness and to address important industry issues which affect their survival and continued prosperity.

Visit kicker.com/marine-audio and cpsdistributorsinc.com and ummaonline.com for more.

The Spring Break Jam Turns 25

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AUSTIN, TX (02.15.22) – “We are excited to still have the opportunity to do these shows. Last year’s Spring Break Jam Padre Show was one of the biggest to date and this year is looking even better” Heat Wave’s David MacDonald related.

Fair Interamerican with brands RAD Audio Pounder, Corzus and JBL Pro along with Wet Sounds are set to be on the event floor. Area retailer Oscar Sound Waves will be back this year to connect with enthusiasts.

This drone shot shows the scope of the 2021 South Padre Show.

Continuing, MacDonald stated, “We have a growing list of companies in the automotive aftermarket industry that will be on site that are seeing new and great returns from attending The Heat Wave events.’

Specialty retailers have been very busy during the COVID 19 Pandemic and many are excited to get out and support consumer events that drive sales and profits for their companies.

“We look forward to seeing many friends, new and old, at the Spring Break Jam on South Padre Island,” Heat Wave’s David MacDonald stated.

MacDonald concluded, “I challenge all across the 12volt industry to get out and support consumer events. Let consumers know local retailers offer the complete solutions to take their special rides to the MAX!

Make your plans to attend. The Spring Break Jam takes place March 5th and 6th on beautiful South Padre Island, TX.

For info contact heatwaveshow.com or call 512-252-0283.

Mille PRO Shallow Sub to Debut at KnowledgeFest

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IRVINE, CA (02.15.22) – Mille PRO shallow subwoofers have been designed to achieve exceptional performance even when there is very little space available to install the subwoofer box. MPS 250 S4 is optimized to work in ultra-compact sealed boxes starting from only 14 Lt (0.49 Cf). A typical example is a subwoofer enclosure under the rear bench of pickup trucks, where the space – and the height – are limited.

Mille PRO subwoofer have a depth/performance ratio never achieved before thanks to the impressive cone excursion capacity which is 20% higher than a traditional design. This exceptional target has been achieved thanks to the ingenious suspension group design featuring a dedicated support structure for spider and coil. This solution has allowed to move the magnetic group inwards, reducing the depth and at the same time maximizing cone linear excursion.

The MPS 250 S4 also comes with a protective grille.

Visit hertz-audio.com for more.

HKI USA Expands Its Vehicle Enhancement Division

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DANIA BEACH, FL (02.15.22) – HKI USA INC the exclusive U.S. distributor of Ground Zero, SounDigital Four Connect audio products is proud to add another industry veteran to its growing team. 

Doug Dobson will be leading the technical support team at TURY USA. A new technology division of HKI USA.

“Dobson brings with him an extensive technical background having been part of several major manufacturers over his 40 years of mobile electronics experience.  His installation knowledge will be a huge advantage as we continue to add products to our growing line up,” stated Marty Deane, Sales Manager of TURY USA.

Doug Dobson can be contacted at doug@hki-usa.com.

For more information or to become an authorized HKI USA retailer, contact your local sales representative or email HKI USA at info@hki-usa.com

The KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross 2022 Series Was Livin’ Loud in Denver

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DENVER, CO (02.14.22) – The KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross 6-City Series, with 10 races, raced into the National Western Complex in Denver for Rounds 9 and 10, February 11th and 12th. The Complex seats 4700 in fixed seats and both Friday and Saturday nights the riders raced to an enthusiastic crowd.

Mike Brown-MB Customs, Lorin Morrell-Maddog_Media and the family (LtoR) who won the KICKER BullFrog T-Shirt toss prize under the tent.

“The KICKER display setup in the lobby area attracted enthusiasts throughout both evenings. The KICKER tent display actually overlooked the aren. Matt Macias, from KICKER area Distributor Santa Fe Distributing, was in the booth. Also, Mike Brown and a fellow MB Customs employee, were in the booth. Brown is a bike enthusiast and had so many questions from Harley owners about adding KICKER to their bikes. Bet he will be busy next week. We were also surprised to see a couple KICKER athletes surprise us in the booth. “Lorin Morrell, Maddog_Media who orchestrates KICKER’s presents at the events, stated.

Mike Brown answered many questions for Harley owners about adding KICKER Gear to their bikes.

Off-roading and outdoor activities are very big in this part of the US. The KICKER PowerBar really grabbed the attention of Powersports members of the crowd… Also the marine towers as the boating season is around the corner. The BullFrog was a product most had not seen and they were amazed at the sound. The KICKER brand is well known throughout the Rockies and some who stopped by the KICKER booth mentioned they were Livin’ Loud with KICKER in their rides and were very impressed with the new under rear seat pickup L7T loaded enclosures.

The KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross Series 2022 wrapped in Denver.

“Friday night was a good night and Saturday night was packed. Attendees were very engaged with action on the track. Amateur riders took to the track during the day and pro riders took the track through the evening from 6 until well after 10PM. In addition to the action on the track KICKER T-shirts were fired into the crowd during Pro Race breaks and track maintenance periods. A special T had a certificate wrapped inside for a KICKER BullFrog to be picked up at the KICKER display in the lobby. The PA system announced the T-Shirt contest and there were people who came to the booth to ask ‘what is a KICKER BullFrog’?” Morrell added.

Trophies were awarded at the end of the Denver event. Kyle Peters (C) finished in the Top position with Kyle Bitterment (R) P2 and Wristen Grigg P3 in this AMA ArenaCross image.

A young man captured the KICKER T with the FREE KICKER BULLFROG certificate and was accompanied by his parents to the booth to pick up his prize. Mike Brown, with area KICKER dealer MB Customs, was in the booth working the event and had a chance to meet the future young KICKER enthusiast.

Concluding, Morrell offered, “The KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross got off to a great start in Loveland CO. Successful events in Amarillo, Oklahoma City/Guthrie OK Greensboro NC and Reno preceded Denver. Each event added excitement to the 2022 Series.”

The KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross was definitely Livin’ Loud in 2022. As the KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross Series drew to a close the next up for KICKER will be the American Flat Track Tour.

Visit kicker.com for more.

JVC Mobile Entertainment to Exhibit at KnowledgeFest in Las Vegas

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LONG BEACH, CA (02.14.22) – JVC Mobile Entertainment will be exhibiting at the upcoming KnolwedgeFest in Las Vegas, February 18th-20th, at which time it will be conducting trainings and providing demonstrations on 6 new products; the KW-M875BT digital multimedia receiver, KS-U70 Type-A to Type-D HDMI cable, KD-TD72BT single-DIN CD receiver, KD-T92MBS single-DIN marine/motorsports CD receiver, KS-DR2104DBT waterproof 4-channel compact digital Bluetooth amplifier, and the KS-DR2001D waterproof mono amplifier.

Picking up on the craze for short-body mounting depth receivers, the KW-M875BW is JVC’s first reduced mounting depth wireless-enabled multimedia receiver, coming in at 3-3/8” deep. It sports a 6.8” clear resistive touch panel display with wireless and wired support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless screen mirroring for Android, HD Radio, Advanced iDatalink Maestro RR support (with newly designed GUI’s), SiriusXM ready compatibility, 4 camera inputs, 3 sets of 5-volt RCA pre-outs, support for Hi-Res Audio via a wireless or wired connection, K2 sound technology, and gesture touch control.  Another first for JVC is its USB Type-C and HDMI Type-D rear inputs for faster charging and easier smartphone integration. The KS-U70 Type-A to Type-D HDMI cable is automotive-grade and designed to fit perfectly in the KW-M875BW’s recessed input and provide superior video playback from a compatible 3rd-party device.  Also equipped with JVC’s K2 sound technology, the recently released KD-T92MBS single-DIN marine/motorsports CD receiver and the KD-TD72BT single-DIN CD receiver will be on display in its booth as well.

To further complement its recent introduction of the waterproof/dustproof KS-DR2004D compact 4-channel amplifier, 2 additional amplifiers will be on display, including the KS-DR2104DBT waterproof/dustproof 4-channel Bluetooth amplifier and KS-DR2001D waterproof mono amplifier, providing the power and flexibility necessary for complete on and off-road system building. The KS-DR2104DBT produces a conservatively-rated 50 Watts x 4 RMS at 4-ohms or 75 Watts x 4 RMS at 2-ohms and includes a “glove-worthy” wired remote controller with rugged well-spaced buttons and a large volume knob/controller. This unique apt-X -equipped Bluetooth amplifier can be your audio source solution for anything from a classic car where altering the factory receiver isn’t an option, to a UTV without a receiver provision. To complete the system, simply add in the KS-DR2001D with its included remote level controller and 300 Watts of RMS power to drive a subwoofer.

 “As we head full force into 2022, we are excited to bring exciting new product technologies and solutions to our customers,” said Ron Trout, Director of JVC Mobile Entertainment Sales. “KnowledgeFest provides us with the much-needed platform to ensure that our dealers are fully-equipped with the JVC product knowledge necessary to offer customers the best sales and vehicle installation experience.”

Pricing and availability will be announced soon.

New product web pages currently available include:

KS-DR2104DBT web page:  http://www.us.jvc.com/car/marinemotorsports/ks_dr2104dbt/

KS-DR2004D/KS-DR2104DBT amp dyno video: https://youtu.be/cOoAWFX49YU

KS-U70 web page: http://www.us.jvc.com/car/multimedia/ks_u70/

KD-TD72BT web page: http://www.us.jvc.com/car/indashreceivers/kd_td72bt/

KD-T92MBS web page: http://www.us.jvc.com/car/marinemotorsports/kd_t92mbs/

For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit us.jvc.com/car.

Learn from Lighting Category Pioneer Race Sport Lighting at KnowledgeFest in Las Vegas

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RINGWOOD, IL (02.14.22) – Every year, Race Sport Lighting partners with KnowledgeFest to exhibit and train dealers, installers, and counter salespeople at shows around the country. This week in Las Vegas is no exception, as Race Sport Lighting will be conducting a dealer-focused training on Friday the 18th in Room #JOSHUA @ 1:45pm PT. The main goal of the training will be to discuss their new patented lighting technologies and solution-based products to make selling and installing lighting easy and profitable for resellers.

Race Sport Lighting will also be exhibiting in booth #104 for dealers to visit and learn about their new lighting technologies. Staff will be available in the booth all weekend to answer any questions. The booth will feature a large custom display of hundreds of lights to test out with the push of a button. Race Sport Lighting will also have on display their nationwide best-selling Terminator LED Kits, the fast-growing DRIVE Series V2 LED kits and their USPTO patented GEN4 LED system.

“This K-Fest booth is going to light up Vegas! Dealers are going to have a ton of great training resources to learn about and see in person. We will have a team communicating in the booth all weekend. We are going to make a clear statement that when it comes to the lighting category, we are continuing to lead the pack in 2022,” Steve Jergensen, President of Race Sport Lighting

Visit racesportinc.com and knowledgefest.org for more.

Car Audio Addicts Wins KICKER Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Spin 165

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SHREVEPORT LA (02.12.22) WTF…Win This Friday. Car Audio Addicts won the KICKER prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 165 on Friday morning, February 11th.

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 has now rolled into Year-4.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 165th time on Friday morning February 11th. The Wheel landed on the KICKER space and the Car Audio Addicts 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 have reached out to them in Pittsburgh via Instagram message.

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, AIS, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, JBL, Kenwood, Power Acoustik, JVC and USASpec. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a 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 and Seismic AutoSound in Novato CA. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, February 18th.

Nevada Auto Sound Was Livin’ Loud at the KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross in Reno

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RENO, NV (02.11.22) – The KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross 6-City Series, with 10 races, raced into the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center for Rounds 7 and 8, February 4th and 5th. Reno KICKER dealer Nevada Auto Sound was on site in the KICKER lobby display and connected with enthusiasts throughout both evenings.

“Nevada Auto Sound store owner Curtis Weethee and Thomas Wing certainly had a lot of face time with members of the crowd,” Lorin Morrell, Maddog_Media who orchestrates KICKER’s presents at the events, stated.

The KICKER tent set up in Reno. Curtis Weethee, Thomas Wing, Lorin Morrell and Dana Doyle (L to R) set to go.
Thomas Wing holds the KICKER flier alongside Curtis Weethee in the Nevada Auto Sound showroom in Reno.

Weethee who has owned the store since 1990, related, “Thomas and I definitely talked with a ton of people at the KICKER tent. We printed fliers offering a 10% discount on KICKER products and handed out over 100 at the event. The marine season is just around the corner and there was a lot of interest in the Tower Speakers. Also in our area there is a lot of interest in Powersports so the KICKER PowerBar certainly got attention.”

The KICKER display overlooked the arena.
This pro rider wanted to get high enough to see what was on display in the KICKER tent!

Continuing, Weethee offered, “Several people saw the new thin down firing KICKER systems in the booth and were interested in upgrading the sound in their pickups.”

Dana Doyle-Doyle Sales Company, area KICKER rep firm, related, “Nevada Auto Sound believes having a presence at these events helps their business. They participated in this Reno event and look forward to upcoming events. The KICKER fliers they made up, with a 10% discount for customers to come into their store after the event, will pay off. While in the booth they also spent time with many crowd members plus with old customers.”

Lorin Morrell holds the BullFrog prize the lady won when she caught the special T-shirt. Her husband, a racer, was happy too.

Doyle added, “Off-roading is big in this part of the US. The KICKER PowerBar really grabbed attention. Also the marine towers. The BullFrog was a product most had not seen and they were amazed at the sound. There is a good chance several people will head to the store with the 10% off coupon to pick up a Bullfrog. It was a great 2-day event for me to spend time with this key dealer and interact with so many consumers.”

Recapping the Reno event, Morrell related, “Friday night was a good night and Saturday night was packed. Attendees were very engaged with action on the track. Amateur riders took to the track during the day and pro riders took the track through the evening from 6 until well after 10PM. In addition to the action on the track KICKER T-shirts were fired into the crowd during Pro Race breaks and track maintenance periods. A special T had a certificate wrapped inside for a KICKER BullFrog to be picked up at the KICKER display in the lobby. The lucky lady from the crowd had a big smile when she picked up the BullFrog. In fact, her husband is a racer. The PA system announced the T-Shirt contest and there were people who came to the booth to ask ‘what is a KICKER BullFrog’? The PA system announcements also highlighted Nevada Auto Sound’s presence under the lobby KICKER tent.”

Concluding, Morrell offered, “The KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross got off to a great start in Loveland CO. Successful events in Amarillo, Oklahoma City/Guthrie OK and Greensboro NC preceded Reno. Each event has added excitement to the 2022 Series. Next stop is Denver CO, February 11th and 12th, with Rounds 9 and 10. The KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross is Livin’Loud in 2022.”

Visit kicker.com for more.