RALEIGH, NC (06.01.2021) – After years of being the company behind other brands, Zorg North America LLC. was formed in late 2020 with a mission to supply the best product at competitive prices to the 12 Volt industry.
“We brought together a USA-based team with over 125 combined years of proven experience in Automotive Electronics design and development, manufacturing, installation, and sales. Our company culture was built upon a foundation of expertise from years of working in the trenches with customers and industry partners. All Zorg North America products are designed and engineered in the USA to meet our customer’s requirements. Our team recognizes the specific market needs of companies and installers in North America,” stated Chris Luft, General Manager.
Zorg North America LLC is part of Zorg Industries Worldwide. Zorg / Smart Park products are distributed worldwide. The Zorg family of companies now has offices in the USA, Australia, UK, Thailand, Japan, Hong Kong, China & India. R&D and manufacturing facilities located in the United States & China. Facilities responsible for developing, validating, and manufacturing the Smart Park Brand are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified. ZORG-NA product is certified to all major standards (FCC, CE, E-Mark, RoHS, JASO, etc..) These resources allow us to meet/exceed government standards such as DOT and FMVSS and prove this by providing actual test results and certified test reports for final vehicle certification.
Zorg North America supplies a full line of OEM plug-and-play rear-camera harnesses and other body harness’s for up-fitters. The product line continues with commercial/rough duty monitors, cameras, video cables, mounting accessories, and application solutions with a three-year warranty on all products.
12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (06.01.2021) – “Jammin’ N June…It’s Summertime and time to ‘Crank It Up’! Get Jammin’ N June with great gear for your ride. HiTech in-dash media, powerful amps and speakers that rock will get your ride Jammin’ N June.”
Those words, and that message, can grab the attention of consumers and create store traffic for 12volt retailers.
Online sales have been on a steady rise for the past several years. The COVID-19 Pandemic, along with stimulus checks, led to a dramatic spike in overall 12volt sales. Jammin’ N June themed activities by proactive 12volt retailers can drive consumer awareness and traffic into stores….. and very importantly drive sales.
It’s imperative that 12volt retailers create a powerful in-store experience for consumers in the showroom. An impressive demonstration will bring a smile to the consumer’s face and can raise the hair on their arms.
In most sections of the U.S. 12volt store traffic, and sales, have been strong for 12volt retailers. Sound-Off events are creating excitement. These facts indicate 12volt enthusiasts are ready to Crank It Up and get Jammin’ N June.
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 318-465-0844. PRESTO. Your image 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.
CHINO, CA (06.01.2021) – Aunex, Inc. is extremely excited to soon be able to fill backorders on the highly anticipated Elite Series amplifiers, starting with the AE1800.5D.
This amplifier represents Aunex most advanced circuit offered so far. With 125 Watts x 4 @ 4 Ohm Stereo and 1,000 Watts x 1 into 1 ohm mono, this AE 5 Channel can easily drive a system where in the past would require dealers to use 2 separate amplifiers to achieve this level of output.
Pictured is Tiffany, Aunex Front Office staff showcasing a production unit of the AE1800.5D. Shipments for the AE1800.5D will start to ship in July.
SHREVEPORT, LA (05.31.2021) – Memorial Day is a Federal Holiday in the United States for honoring and mourning the military personnel who have died in the performance of their military duties while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
This Holiday is observed on the last Monday of May. Memorial Day is also considered the unofficial start of Summer in the U.S.
The Holiday’s exact origins are uncertain, but it came out of Civil War traditions of decorating the graves of soldiers with flowers. Many cities and individuals claimed to have been the first to celebrate the event. In 1868 General John A Logan of the Grand Army of the Republic called for a Decoration Day, which was widely celebrated. By 1890 every Northern state had adopted it as a Holiday. The World Wars turned it into a generalized day of remembrance, instead of just for the Civil War. In 1971, Congress standardized the holiday as Memorial Day and changed its observance. Memorial Day is observed annually on the last Monday of May.
We trust all across the 12volt industry who have lost a loved one in conflict will celebrate this Memorial Day.
AR Customs OC Wins 12volt News Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Spin 129 SHREVEPORT LA (05.29.21) WTF…Win This Friday. AR Customs OC won the 12volt News $100. Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel on Friday morning, May 28th.
The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Four months ago we celebrated the 2nd Anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 129th time on Friday morning May 28th. The Wheel landed on the 12volt News space. The AR Customs OC 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 and spoke to Mike Ramirez and gave him the good news….which he was surprised and happy to hear a $100. check would be headed 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, AIS, JBL, DAS/Off Terrain, 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 and ST Mobile in Texarkana TX. Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, June 4th.
FREMONT, CA (05.28.2021) – Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has moved to an updated location in Fremont, California. Originally based in Union City, this updated location is the fifth Tint World center in California and is now under the co-ownership of Frank Helmand, William Kuan-wei Wu, and Kenny McCardie.
“William, Kenny, and I realized that there was a strong need for an auto styling business in our community of Fremont,” Helmand said. “Tint World offers high-end products that are sure to please all customers. In addition to providing great products, the team at headquarters showcases excellence in franchisee support and training. With their help, we will be able to provide our community with the services they need to customize their vehicles, homes/offices, and even marine craft – all from this brand-new, state-of-the-art location.”
Tint World Fremont, California offers a full variety of products and services, including window tinting, advanced driver-assistance systems, car stereo upgrades, custom wheel and tire packages, mobile electronics, nano ceramic coatings, paint protection films, security systems, color-change vehicle wraps, and residential and commercial window film.
“Frank, William, and Kenny are passionate entrepreneurs that possess the knowledge and skills to run a successful franchise,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “They will help us promote excellence under the Tint World brand as we continue our expansion.”
Tint World Fremont is located at 3030 Osgood Court, Fremont, CA 94539.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (05.28.2021) – Kyle Fickler of Driven Racing Oil has been elected chairman-elect and will help the SEMA Board of Directors lead the association over the next several years. Fickler fills the position held for the past two years by James Lawrence (Power Automedia), who will begin his term as chairman in July when Tim Martin (Aftermarket Advisors) concludes his term in that position.
Brian Reese (The Retrofit Source), Larry Montante (Keystone Automotive Operations), and Lindsay Hubley (Lodestone Events) were also voted onto the SEMA Board of Directors while Kim Pendergast (Magnuson Superchargers) and Steve Whipple (Jegs High Performance) were re-elected and will serve another term.
L to R: Kyle Fickler, Lindsay Hubley, Larry Montante
L to R: Kim Pendergast, Brian Reese & Steve Whipple
Kyle Fickler of Driven Racing Oil has been elected chairman-elect and will help the SEMA Board of Directors lead the association over the next several years. Brian Reese, Larry Montante, and Lindsay Hubley were also voted onto the SEMA Board of Directors while Kim Pendergast and Steve Whipple were re-elected to serve another term.
SEMA Board members are industry representatives who volunteer their time to lead and guide the association. They are elected by SEMA-member companies and represent the key membership categories: manufacturers, manufacturers’ representative, distributors/retailers, and services.
The entire 2021-2022 SEMA Board of Directors will be honored and recognized during the SEMA Installation & Gala on July 30 in Las Vegas. At the same time, outgoing SEMA Immediate Past Chair Wade Kawasaki (Legendary Companies) and board members Donnie Eatherly (P&E Distributors), Dan Kahn (Kahn Media), and Brian Lounsberry (One 6 Motorsports) will be concluding their volunteer terms and honored for their service and contributions. The event will also feature a special tribute to 2021 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees Jessi Combs, Rick Love, Bob Moore, and Carl Schiefer.
NEW YORK, NY (05.28.2021) – SiriusXM, the Official Satellite Radio Partner of INDYCAR, the sanctioning body for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, will offer nationwide coverage of the 105th Running of the Indianapolis 500.
SiriusXM listeners will have access to the live call of the race from Indianapolis Motor Speedway this Sunday, May 30. Pre-race coverage begins at 11:00 am ET, with the green flag scheduled to start the race at approximately 12:45 pm ET, on SiriusXM INDYCAR Nation (SiriusXM channel 205) and NBC Sports Audio (SiriusXM channel 211). These channels are available on SiriusXM radios, on the SXM App, and at home with Amazon Alexa, the Google Assistant or however subscribers stream in their home or on the go.
From now through June 8, non-subscribers can get the SiriusXM INDYCAR Nation and NBC Sports Audio channels as part of the SiriusXM Listen Free Event. During this event, SiriusXM will feature a sampling of over 100 SiriusXM channels including ad-free music of every kind, plus sports, talk, news and entertainment available to non-subscribers on inactive SiriusXM radios in their car and on the SXM App, with no credit card required. The SiriusXM INDYCAR Nation and NBC Sports Audio channels will be available to these listeners only on the SXM App.
SiriusXM will be the co-title sponsor on two cars in the field for the Indy 500 – the No. 06 INDYCAR driven by three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves and the No. 60 of Jack Harvey, who had a top ten finish in last year’s Indy 500. Both drivers compete for Meyer Shank Racing. SiriusXM’s branding on both cars will promote the company’s Listen Free Event, alerting people they can “Listen Free” through June 8.
Prior to race day, INDYCAR fans can also tune in to exclusive programming hosted by three of the drivers who will be in the field on Sunday, giving them access to the one-of-a-kind perspective of those who know what it is like to compete in the biggest event on the INDYCAR calendar.
2004 series champion Tony Kanaan and Jack Arute will host a special Indy 500 preview edition of SiriusXM’s INDYCAR show, Brick by Brick, tonight (7:00-8:00 pm ET) on the NBC Sports Audio channel (SiriusXM channel 211). The show will replay multiple times, including prior to Sunday’s race broadcast. Kanaan won the 2013 Indy 500 and will be competing for the 20th time in the “Greatest Spectacle in Racing” when he drives the No. 48 Honda for Chip Ganassi Racing.
Andretti Autosport teammates James Hinchcliffe and Alexander Rossi host a new episode of their SiriusXM podcast, Off Track with Hinch & Rossi, this week. Hinchcliffe is a six-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES race winner and finished 7th in last year’s Indy 500. Rossi, a seven-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES race winner, won the Indianapolis 500 in 2016 as the first American rookie to win at Indianapolis since 1928. Their podcast can be heard on the SXM App, Pandora and Stitcher, and it will air prior to Sunday’s race coverage on SiriusXM INDYCAR Nation (channel 205).
On Saturday at 1:00 pm ET, SiriusXM will air a special three-hour edition of Brick by Brick, featuring interviews with many of the drivers in the 2021 Indy 500 field, on the NBC Sports Audio channel. It will replay on Sunday as part of the SiriusXM INDYCAR Nation channel’s pre-race programming.
HOLLY HILL, FL (05.27.2021) – iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems by Metra Electronics has just released a new replacement camera designed for 2020-up* Jeep Gladiator JT models. When replacing the radio on these vehicles, the factory LVDS backup camera presents a challenge for aftermarket screens and can be expensive to retain using an interface. iBEAM’s JP-JTKT camera replaces the factory camera to provide an affordable solution that allows the driver to see their backup video on a compatible aftermarket screen when in reverse. This new solution adds to Metra’s growing product line of aftermarket Jeep accessories.
The JP-JTKT has an RCA output for aftermarket radios or monitors with selectable parking lines and a 160-degree viewing angle. Two different types of camera mounting brackets are available to cover models equipped with either a standard backup camera or models equipped with surround or 360 systems. (Surround or 360 systems are not retained with this kit.)
To help with installation, the camera comes with detailed instructions and Metra also has an installation video at https://youtu.be/NLXRKsRFArM (See video below).
The JP-JTKT is available now and will be included in Metra’s Jeep accessories and iBEAM training sessions at KnowledgeFest in Orlando.
Product Specifications
Direct OE replacement camera for 2020-up* Jeep Gladiator JT
Resolution: 550 TV lines
Field of view: 160 degrees horizontal, 185 degrees diagonal
Rated IP68
High-performance power circuit
Camera extension cable included (26ft length)
Two types of ABS mounting brackets included
Does not retain the 360 surround view system in vehicles with this option
*See iBEAMusa.com for up-to-date, vehicle specific information.
LOS ANGELES, CA (05.27.2021) – Epsilon announces the addition of Tim Page to their growing family. Starting immediately this Summer, Tim will begin traveling and visiting regional sales reps and key dealers to introduce himself and present all the new products and programs tuned for MAP protected direct dealer only business.
Tim Page
Ronnie Brashear, Epsilon’s VP in Sales, said, “The addition of Tim is going to kick off this year’s focus and push the dealer excitement for new categories and products showing at upcoming SEMA & KnowledgeFest in-person shows. Tim’s previous positions highlight his ability to lead as Regional Sales Manager.
Tim has been responsible for increasing sales, cleaning up distribution, and working with the solid rep firms in his territories for over 30 years with Kenwood, Alpine, and Directed companies.
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