SPRINGFIELD, IL (09.07.2021) – The American Flat Track 2021 Series continued at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, IL on September 4th and 5th. As a Sponsor KICKER had a major presence on the midway. Unfortunately Friday’s scheduled events were completely rained out. Saturday was a great day for racers on the track with a shortened session Monday morning.
Racers on the track at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield IL.
KICKER had a prominent booth on the busy Midway.
KICKER’s Jeremy Wynn, Events and Promotions Manager, rolled in on Friday and set up at the event with Maddog_Media’s Lorin Morrell’s rig. “With KICKER’s sponsorship we had a super booth spot on the midway, On Saturday morning we set up the tent with products on the table and the KICKER RZR by the booth. Then, when the heavy rain came midmorning everything went back in the trailer and we buttoned up for the day,” Wynn related.
Sunday dawned with clear sky and once again the team set up the booth. On the tabes KICKER audio, marine, bike, powersports and Lifestyle products were positioned for members of the crowd to check out. The KICKER Polaris XRV was Livin’ Loud by the tent.
All KICKER product categories were displayed under the tent on the Midway.
Sunny sky brought a good crowd to the grandstand.
“Our booth got very busy on the midway the minute the grounds opened on Sunday morning. The first race series started a little after 2 o’clock so we talked to a ton of people in 3 or 4 hours. So many said they had a pair of Kicker 12’s in the trunk. Many in the crowd were bikers. Seeing the other KICKER product categories raised interest. Also, a number of people mentioned they knew about the Bullfrog in the Lifestyle line,” Wynn added.
As soon as the racers hit the track grandstand filled. On the track racers top 100 MPH as they hit the straightaway and then slide through the corners. After the first series of races the track crew spent time prepping the track for the next series. During that time members of the crowd returned to the midway and spent more time in the KICKER booth and grabbing snacks. The last race series started at 6PM and finished before dark as this track has no track lighting. After fans departed the KICKER booth was put back in the trailer.
This Labor Day image spotlights the Arch in St Louis as the KICKER team traveled from Illinois to Oklahoma.
Monday, Labor Day, dawned with a sunny sky also. The KICKER booth was once again set for the limited race schedule which drew a light Labor Day crowd through the midway. Before noon the trailer was packed and it was time for Wynn and Morrell to head back to Stillwater, OK. From there, Morrell headed to his Maddog_Media office in Phoenix.
Look for Morrell at an upcoming event in Sacramento. Look for Wynn to pilot the KICKER XRV to the Sand Sport Super Show in Costa Mesa, CA.
TORONTO, CANADA (09.07.2021) – CanadianMobileAudio.com is excited to announce the CMA Fall Workshops official schedule beginning Monday, September 13th to Sunday, September 19th. The online broadcast will feature 7 Days of Virtual Hands-On Training Sessions in a daily themed format. Each day will target specialty retailers, sales professionals and installation technicians to keep them on the cutting edge.
The Fall Workshops will be anchored by a CMA LIVE Industry Roundtable every evening, featuring 30 different retailers from across the country. Industry professionals such as installers, technicians and sales managers will be sharing their knowledge and experiences within the mobile electronics community.
“Fall Workshops represents an extension of the CMA Live, CMA Connected and the CMA Industry Week programming that we have developed since our inception. Our platform has allowed industry partners an avenue to stay connected with their dealers,” said CMA President, Frank Spezzano.
For the latest information and most updated schedule for CMA Fall Workshops visit:
SHREVEPORT LA (09.04.21) WTF…Win This Friday. Anthony’s Car Stereo won the 12volt News $100. Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel on Friday morning, September 3rd.
The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Eight months ago we celebrated the 2nd Anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 143rd time on Friday morning September 3rd. The Wheel landed on the 12volt News space. The Anthony’s Car Stereo slip was drawn from the jar and an Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted. We reached out by phone and talked with Mike Kardous, store owner, at the store in the North Highlands CA. He was very happy to hear that a 12volt News $100. check prize would be heading his way. 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, Accele, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, JBL, Kenwood, Power Acoustik, JVC and ZZ-2. 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 and 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 and The Car Audio Shop StL in High Ridge MO. Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, September 10th.
OCEAN CITY, MD (09.03.2021) – KICKER was the title sponsor of OC Jeep Week 2021 that ran August 26th thru 29th at the Ocean City Convention Center. The KICKER XRV, with Boom Room and showroom, plus KICKER tents for the AudioWorks of Delaware crew to do Jeep installations, contributed to KICKER’s strong presence at the event.
Jeremy Wynn is all smiles with his Birthday present from Opus Marketing at OC JEEP Week.
An added touch was the extra special Birthday present Opus Marketing presented to KICKER’s Jeremy Wynn. How about a customized C3 RC Cooler with decked out matching trailer.
“When I saw the decked out RC rig I thought, WOW, how cool is that. When I learned it was a birthday present from Jamie and the Opus crew I was speechless,” Wynn, KICKER Events and Promotions Manager, who pilots the KICKER XRV, related. Adding “Maybe it’s the MRV for MIni RV!”
This tricked scooter was another Opus Marketing tool that created excitement at OC JEEP Week.
“We wanted to do something special for Jeremy who works so hard with us at events. The idea came up for a remote controlled cooler. Then we thought it needed some sound so we added the trailer. We purchased the C3 Cooler with trailer and took it and some KICKER products to Audio Unlimited in Elkton MD. Jeff Ewing has done other unique projects for us and knew he was create something very special…which he definitely did,” Jamie White stated. The KICKER great included KEYLOC Smart, amps and speakers. A lithium battery too.
People waited to experience the Boom Room and check out the product showroom in the KICKER XRV.
Ewing offered, “We didn’t have a lot of room in the C3 trailer but we figured out a way to make it all happen and applied KICKER graphics. No doubt this is one of the coolest projects we have done and it was great to learn everyone liked the finish product.”
“The KICKER setup at OC Jeep Week was like a 3 ring Circus. The XRV was Livin’Loud, lots of action as the AudioWorks crew was selling and installing for Jeepers plus Jermey’s KICKER RC cooler out on the grounds,” White relayed.
The KICKER team on site included Matt Matheson-Eastern Regional, Ken Bundy-Product Specialist, Jeremy Wynn and Josh Alexander who co-piloted the XRV. The AudioWorks team included Darren Tomas-Owner, Kyle Kessler, Tim Foltz and Peter Herr. The Opus Marketing team included Jamie White, Chuck Ottati, Bruno Berg and Todd Ess.
CAMARILLO, CA (09.03.2021) – The new E-Series Amplifiers represent D’Amore Engineering’s high value mobile amplifier line. This new series is powerful enough to drive the most demanding speakers with great sound at an amazing price.
Tony D’Amore pictured in the company’s Camarillo CA showroom showing the consumer friendly and informative E 750.1 packaging.
“E series means efficient switching amplifier designs in a compact footprint. By using Texas Instruments controllers, along with high quality output filters capacitors and EMI protection at every connector-in or out-we’ve set a new standard for clean Class D. We call this system CLEAN D” Tony D’Amore related.
The E 350.2 is the entry level amplifier at $199. MSRP.
This system protects the sensitive electronics and electrical systems of newer vehicles from the gremlins associated with dirty Class D designs. It works so well the company guarantees no check engine light or other electrical anomalies will be caused by installing this product. The CLEAN D system also eliminates erratic clipping characteristics from which so many other Class D designs suffer from in use.
D’Amore with the E 750.1 that shows the family look of all the mobile amplifiers.
The E-Series is very compact in size at only 5.3 inches wide and 1.9 inches high with varying lengths. There are 6 models in the line currently, ranging from 350 Watts to 1500 Watts, and starting at $199 MSRP.
HOLLY HILL, FL (09.03.2021) – Metra Electronics has an upgraded dash kit designed to fit 2010-up* Toyota 4Runner models for aftermarket radio installation.
This new kit has been updated from Metra’s original 99-8227 dash kit design with a more modern radio opening and brackets, along with vent dial trim panels for a better fit. The 99-8271 dash kit is available painted silver as the 99-8271S or with a high gloss charcoal finish as the 99-8271CHG. This dash kit fits both an ISO Double-DIN radio provision or an ISO Single-DIN radio with a pocket included. It is made from the highest quality ABS plastic for an original factory-like fit and finish.
99-8271 Product Specifications • Fits 2010-up* Toyota 4Runner • Designed for a Double-DIN or Single-DIN radio • Two color options are available: – Silver: 99-8271S – High gloss charcoal: 99-8271CHG
Visit MetraOnline.com for up-to-date, vehicle specific information.
AUBURN, WA (09.02.2021) – Bob Oliver, President at Oliver Marketing, announced today that they have acquired the 12volt division of long time Pacific Northwest Rep firm N&S Marketing. With this acquisition, Oliver Marketing is adding the following vendors to the Oliver Marketing PNW 12volt portfolio; Kenwood, VOXX, Harman, Dynamat, Jensen, Dual, and Lucas Lighting. The veteran sales reps for N&S, Ryan Christie and Barry Lightfoot, will also be joining the Oliver Marketing team.
Oliver Marketing will also be taking over the distribution rights for those same brands which will allow Oliver to get back into the 12volt distribution business. Since the departure of Custom Plus Distributing from 12volt market, there has been a need to replace them in the Pacific Northwest. Oliver Marketing has formed a new entity called Sound House located in Auburn, Washington.
Sound House will be the distributor for all the lines being acquired. In addition, Sound House is the new Elite Distributor Alliance (EDA) member for the PNW which allows them a wider mix of lines including Metra and Triton.
This acquisition allows Oliver to be the representative for multiple brands for the entire West Coast including Rockford Fosgate and Kenwood.
Oliver Marketing was established in 1986 with multiple divisions selling to the Custom Installation channel, 12volt retailers, regional chains as well as Costco Wholesale. Oliver Marketing has over 20 outside sales reps covering the entire west coast with offices in Irvine, CA and Auburn, WA.
RALEIGH, NC (09.02.2021) – Zorg’s 8101 Industrial Park Sensor System was designed and built for today’s Heavy Duty vehicles to meet safety demands. Since 1998 Zorg has been supplying Parking Sensors for passenger vehicles and light trucks. The 8101 system was built to withstand the everyday abuse that service vehicles take with reinforced mounting brackets, heavier gauge wire, protective wire loom on all cables, and a waterproof module that mounts in the rear of the vehicle. These features add up to an easier, cleaner, and more professional installation that takes less time than other products currently being installed.
Digital technology allows the system to learn obstacles such as hitches, tailgates, and other rear-mounted items that standard sensors would detect and alert to. A simple procedure allows the system to recognize these items as part of the vehicle without reducing the range or sensitivity.
The 8101 detects obstacles as far away as 8 feet from the rear of the vehicle and can also be used on the front of a vehicle where a 5-foot range protects the driver from front-end collisions. An in-cab warning beeper alerts to obstacles with four zones of protection (slow beep to steady tone), and an LED displays a warning simultaneously. The 8101 also supports the direct connection of a reverse alarm at the module for behind vehicle warning and an optional Digital display for the driver.
At Zorg, we pride ourselves on Exceeding DOT, FMVSS, and OSHA requirements for the workplace and vehicle safety standards. We also provide a 3-year warranty on all Zorg Safety products as a standard warranty.
Zorg supplies a full line of commercial-grade monitors, cameras, cables, collision sensors, and upfitter harness solutions and ships the same day in most cases. All Designed, Engineered and Tested in the USA.
BROOKLYN, NY (09.02.2021) – The NFL season is just around the corner and Ramzi Khalil is ready to play ball. “I have been a big New York Jets fan for years and have a large Jets logo on my 2019 Toyota Highlander,” Ramiz related to The 12volt News.
The Brooklyn Car Audio Team is pictured with Ramzi Khalil’s Jets logoed Toyota Highlander. Pictured (R to L) Calvin, Albert, Ramzi, Rashid, Wilson, TJ, Guy, Juan and Dominic.
This is the second personal car Ramzi has spotlighted with a Jets logo. The last car was totally decked out with a full 12volt system and upgrades. “When I pulled into the MetLife Stadium parking lot people would definitely hear the system pound plus an occasional bump of the airhorn. Also I made posts on New York Jets social media groups. Many followers would see my car posts and want to know more,” Ramiz offered.
Ramzi’s Toyota Highlander pictured at the MetLife Stadium at a 2021 preseason game.
Ramzi’s previous demo car with Jets’ logo in the Brooklyn Car Audio parking lot.
When the new Highlander audio system is competed the vehicle will once again be available as a demo for customers at the store. “In the parking lot at the store my car is a great demo for 12volt upgrades we offer. At the store many of us are Jets fans and we have gone to games as a group. We are definitely ready for the Jets season to get underway,” Ramiz concluded.
Ramiz has been with Brooklyn Car Audio for 7 years and is the Manager at the Utica Avenue location in Brooklyn.
SEATTLE, WA (09.01.2021) – Triton Audio announced today the hiring of Jason Hannon as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Most recently, Jason held the position of National Sales Director for Boss Audio which has grown incredibly fast during the past few years. Jason brings with him a depth of knowledge and understanding of the twelve-volt market that will fit nicely with the way Triton goes to market.
Jason will be fully in charge of all sales and marketing for the brand that began engineering work in 2018 and was just introduced to the market in January of 2020. Now with over fifty-five SKU’s, Triton Audio is becoming well known for great sounding and reliable products coupled with predictable margins.
Jason Hannon, Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Jason commented when asked about why he decided to join the company, “Triton Audio has a strong line up that delivers incredible performance for the consumer as well as an unrivaled profit model for its’ retailers. I am excited to join such an exciting company and look forward to continuing the incredible growth that Triton has experienced since its inception.”
Triton-Audio is distributed exclusively by Elite Distributor Alliance (EDA) with seventeen warehouses strategically located throughout the United States.
Dave Elkin, Vice President of DOW Technologies, one of Triton’s distributors said, “We have been astonished at the rapid growth of Triton Audio. The dealer response has been incredible. We have over 200 active Triton dealers here at DOW and we’re super excited to have an executive the caliber of Jason Hannon come on board to take us to the next level.”
Jason will be based out of the Triton office in Orange County, CA. When not shuttling his two kids to theater, football, lacrosse and improv, he enjoys live music, camping and riding.
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