ERIE, PA (11.30.2020) – Check out this great story from the Custom Audio Instagram page:
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When COVID gives you lemons, the owners of this camper made lemonade! This couple lived in NYC and one can work remotely, the other works as a dancer, actress on Broadway (closed until further notice)… so what do they do? Buy a motorhome and travel to see our beautiful country!
We replaced the old radio with an up to date Apple Car Play, Android Auto Sony radio. They can enjoy listening to their music along with turn by turn navigation and hands free texting keeping them safe while driving. Also replacing the cigarette lighter with a dual USB makes for a clean factory like finish.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (11.30.2020) – Thousands of participants took part in the SEMA360 Education program in early November, where they heard from leading experts, innovators and leaders, and left inspired, motivated and educated on how to work better and smarter on various topics relating to the specialty-equipment industry.
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Recordings of some of the top sessions are now available to all industry members on the SEMA360 Education playlist on the SEMA Show YouTube Channel. Viewers will be able to see the actual presentations, including live questions and answers, that took place during the exclusive SEMA360 event. The learning tracks and seminars available are:
SEMA Education programs encompass all of the association’s educational efforts. For the first time, the education seminars took place virtually in absence of the in-person SEMA Show in Las Vegas. With each session designed to help businesses succeed and automotive aftermarket professionals advance their careers, the SEMA360 Education playlist is sure to educate and inspire you—no matter what segment of the industry you are involved in.
It was Black Friday and also the 2nd Anniversary of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.
The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. With this spin we celebrated the 2nd Anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.
On Friday morning, November 27th, the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 104th time and the Wheel landed on the Power Acoustik space. The AtoZ Detail 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 will out to the West Haven CT retailer with the good news. A Power Acoustik product will be headed their way.
Spinning out a new 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, Cadence, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, Precision Power, JBL, 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 and Custom Works 317 in Noblesville IN. Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, December 4th.
SHREVEPORT, LA (11.26.2020) – It goes without saying that 2020 has been one of the craziest years since the Pilgrims celebrated the first Thanksgiving Festival meal in 1621.
Overall, we in the 12volt industry have fared much better that most industries and businesses.
Let’s all remain positive for successful Black Friday events and Small Business Saturday as we work to finish November 2020 on a high note.
A very Happy Holiday season to all from the 12volt Central Studios.
AURORA, IL (11.25.2020) – On Sunday, November 22nd 100 boxes of turkeys were on a pallet under the Endless Possibilities tent on Galena Blvd in downtown Aurora IL. Endless Possibilities Auto, The Reyna Family Project, Headliners Barbershop, B1Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense-Naperville came together for the community event to provide a Thanksgiving Turkey for 100 families.
100 boxed turkeys under the Endless Possibilities Auto tent in Downtown Aurora IL on Sunday, November 22nd.
Ceasar Marungo, Endless Possibilities Auto owner, related “As a group we all wanted to give back to our community where many are having hard times. We reached out to City Hall and they were very supportive of our plan and suggested the best place to do this was in downtown Aurora. We set up our tent tent in the designated area and people picked up their box with the turkey in the drive thru lane.”
The invitation post for the Holiday Turkey community offering.
Detailed instructions for getting to the community event.
Social media posts provided detailed information on how to get to the site for people to pick up a turkey for their family. The day started at 10 AM and by mid afternoon all of the turkeys were in the hands of a family in need of something special for Thanksgiving dinner.
“During and after the event we had people come up to members of our group to tell us how appreciative they were of our efforts to help people in need during the Holiday season. As a group, knowing we brought some happiness to 100 families for 100 families was a terrific feeling” Marungo concluded.
Looking for the best way to add high quality audio or upgrade your existing mobile audio system? The AudioControl ACX all-weather amplifiers are the answer.
These are the perfect solution for applications such as ATV’s, UTV’s, SxS’s, Boats, Tractors, Jet Skis, RV’s, Snowmobiles, Jeeps, Golf Carts, Motorcycles, and more.
In the Pacific Northwest, if you’re outside, chances are, you’re getting soaked by Rainforest-nourishing rain, drenched in salt spray from the Puget Sound, or muddied in the boggy trails of the Cascade Foothills. And if you’re passionate about audio, your music goes where you go. Don’t let extreme conditions get in the way of rocking to your favorite sound track on your next overland or seagoing adventure. AudioControl’s ACX All-Weather Amplifiers deliver honest power levels to the sound system in your boat, UTV, motorcycle, and more.
Check in with AudioControl’s National Trainer & Director of Mobile Audio, Matthew Palumbo & Chris Bennett while they unbox and chat about the freshly-released ACX all-weather amplifiers.
What makes the new ACX amps different from the rest? Waterproof quick-connect wiring harnesses 5 year bulletproof warranty Efficient, low current draw design High & low level inputs IPx6 rated (waterproof, but not submersible) Maximized LED GTO signal sensing turn-on Top-mounted easy access protected controls Patented AccuBass technology (ACX-300.1) ACR-1 dash control knob compatible (ACX-300.1)
HOLLY HILL, FL (11.25.2020) – iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems by Metra Electronics has added more aftermarket automotive safety products to their product line with a wireless camera and monitor kit, a wireless rearview mirror monitor, and four new multi-mount cameras now available. These vehicle safety solutions were first introduced at SEMA360 and are now shipping.
Wireless 4.3-Inch Mirror Monitor and Camera Upgrading vehicle safety features can be fast with iBEAM’s universal TE-WKMR43 kit. The wireless clip-on rearview mirror monitor attaches to the factory mirror and uses the included DC socket power adapter and wireless backup camera. The DC power socket includes an additional USB port for smart device charging. Video on the 4.3-inch LCD mirror monitor is triggered by the camera’s signal and has a 20m/65ft range. The camera can be surface mounted or mounted to the license plate for optimal placement. This kit is ideal for use with factory rearview mirrors that are difficult to replace or may have built-in features that the driver would like to retain.
Wireless 5-Inch Monitor and Camera Kit
The universal TE-WKMN5 provides an instant upgrade in driver visibility with a large 5-inch wireless LCD monitor that is automatically triggered by the wireless camera signal. The kit includes a license plate camera mount and two mounting options for the monitor; a dashboard suction cup mount or a windshield mount. The monitor is powered by DC socket power, which includes an additional USB port for smart device charging. Video on the 5-inch LCD monitor is triggered by the camera’s signal and has a 20m/65ft range. For vehicles without a factory screen, this kit is an easy way to add safety features that will improve the driver’s visibility and overall safety.
Multi-Mount Cameras
iBEAM’s four new multi-mount cameras provide an unobstructed rear view that can stay active while the vehicle is on, not just when it is in reverse. These cameras are ideal for drivers with blind spots or limited visibility in the back or rear cargo area who would like to keep an eye on their cargo, trailer hitch, or rear area while driving. These cameras feature metal housing, an improved power circuit, and include multiple mounts for easy installation behind the license plate or to surface mount under the trunk lid. (Requires compatible monitor for active view. Recommended for use with iBEAM’s TE-43VS, TE-50VS, and TE-7VS).
TE-2MPIR: IR Accessory Camera with Active Parking Lines
Featuring a separate trigger for the IR LEDS and parking lines that can be activated while the vehicle is in reverse. This camera has a resolution of 420 TV lines with a CMOS II sensor and a 170-degree viewing angle.
TE-2MPLTC: LED Accessory Camera with Active Parking Lines
Featuring active parking lines (shown while the camera is active) and a separate trigger for the LEDs that can be activated when the vehicle is in reverse. This camera has a resolution of 600 TV lines with a CMOS II sensor and a 170-degree viewing angle.
TE-2MPTC: Accessory Camera with Active Parking Lines
Featuring active parking lines visible the entire time that the camera is on. This camera has a resolution of 600 TV lines with a CMOS II sensor and a 170-degree viewing angle.
TYLER, TX (11.24.2020) – Stereo & Video Center filled the parking lot on Friday and Saturday, November 20th and 21st, on South Broadway in Tyler TX. An Alpine X-Perience pickup and KICKER pickup were under the Tent Sale tent with plenty of red and blue balloons. South Broadway is the busiest thoroughfare in a very busy shopping and mall area in Tyler.
Early Friday morning everything was set for the Stereo & Video Center 5th Annual Tent Sale.
James Halter offered to the 12volt News “This was our 5th Annual Tent Sale and it turned out very well. With the COVID-19 Pandemic we weren’t sure what to expect with customers coming to the store for a big event. Friday traffic was somewhat better than Saturday and we extended the event until Monday and Tuesday, the 23rd and 24th, since we had the tent in place.”
The KICKER pickup demo and products under the tent.
The Alpine X-Perience pickup and KICKER pickup under the tent, along with 3 food trucks that rotated through the days Friday and Saturday, definitely caught the eye of all driving on South Broadway.
James Halter (L) and Alpine’s Jimmy Chauffe setting up on Friday morning.
Alpine Specialists Jimmy Chauffe and Dan Greenwood were onsite to provide demos for people checking out the event. Chauffe related “Showing the latest Alpine Halo setup in the X-Perience really opens people’s eyes. Stereo & Video Center does a great job with the 650 and the new Alpine display in their showroom grabs attention and sounds absolutely terrific!”
Pete Daley, Marketing Pros Principal, provided demos in the KICKER pickup. “When doing demos I had several customers saying they have had KICKER speakers for years. The L7’s really brought smiles to people’s faces when we dialed up the volume.”
A new video screen has been added to the big sign and a food truck is ready below.
Stereo & Video Center utilized social media posts to promote the event along with fliers and in-store visibility for a couple weeks prior to the Tent Sale.
A new super looking and sounding Alpine display arrived just in time for the Tent Sale.
“We are looking to close out November on a high note. Having Jimmy and Dan onsite with the Alpine X-Perience and Pete with the KICKER pickup was super. We definitely thank them for their support which added to the success of the Tent Sale.
DOTHAN, AL (11.24.2020) – There is a new tool from Xstatic Batcap on the scene to drive 12volt sales and SPL.
Ray McKenzie offered “We’ve been busy during the Covid shutdown! We are excited to show the 12volt industry the NEW ADVANCED CARBON TECHNOLOGY 7500 FARAD CAPACITOR! You could actually replace your car battery with this new product.”
Ray McKenzie holding the new Xstatic Batcap 7500 Farad Capacitor with his little finger.
McKenzie has been on the 12volt scene for over 2 decades creating solutions for top sound-off competitors. Owning a car audio retail shop in Dothan AL also give Ray great insight for the competition scene.
The new Xstatic 7500 Capacitor weights only 10lbs and measures 9”x7″x8″. This small size and light weight makes installation very easy.
Concluding, MeKenzie stated, “After testing in the engine bay, we are convinced our new Xstatic 7500 may be the lifetime battery of the future!”
ARLINGTON, VA (11.24.2020) – The CES 2021 experience will be unlike that of any digital event you’ve been to before. Whether you are a CES veteran, or attending CES has been on your bucket list, this is your chance to experience the magic of CES in a new and exciting way.
Explore live and interactive exhibitor showcases as top tech innovators such as Bosch, Omron Healthcare, LG Electronics, Samsung Electronics and more show off their products, services and next-generation insights.
Chat with exhibitors and partners, set up personal meetings and make deals — getting your 2021 off to a productive and rewarding start.
Hear from the who’s who of the industry, see how technology has been and will continue to improve the way we live, work and play. Meet and form valuable partnerships with industry colleagues from every facet of the tech ecosystem.
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