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Crunch Smash Amplifiers Deliver More Power in Smaller Footprint

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LIBERTYVILLE, IL (08.26.2020) – Crunch Smash amplifiers create a dynamic blend of rich playback and clean audio. Available in August of 2020, the Smash Series of amplifiers will integrate QTD Technology while featuring built-in electronic crossovers and will make audio sound smooth, fresh, and powerful.

Alden Stiefel, President of Maxxsonics USA said, “At Maxxsonics, product development starts in the field with our customers. Over the last several months, demand has increased for amplifiers that have a smaller footprint while still delivering superb performance at a reasonable price

ABOUT THE SMASH AMPLIFIER LINE:

Not only do these amplifiers feature the highest sound quality connection with quality RCA materials to help prevent interference and minimize distortion, but the Smash series creates more power in a smaller box. Smaller real estate makes it easier to tuck away any amplifier from this series, whether it’s the mono subwoofer, 2-channel, or 4-channel, Smash amplifiers will take up less room while maximizing audio power.

Being able to maximize vehicle space, whether in the trunk, backseat, underseat, or anywhere in the vehicle, is what makes the Smash lineup stand out from any other Crunch amplifier.

FEATURES INCLUDE:

LOW NOISE PREAMPLIFIER CIRCUIT – Maximum low voltage signal from the source unit comes into the amplifier through a low voltage circuit, which delivers minimal distortion through the amplification process.
RCA INPUTS – Highest sound quality connection with quality RCA materials to help prevent interference and minimize distortion in the signal path.
HEAT SINK – QTD Technology Aluminum: Quick Thermal Dispersion Technology assures additional mass in the aluminum heat sink keeps the amplifier running cool with nearly undetectable distortions during normal music listening.
LED SYSTEM PROTECTION CIRCUITRY DIAGNOSTICS – Monitor overload and speaker short protection with lighted indicators on the amplifier end panel.
POWER SUPPLY – High-energy pulse-width modulated power supply delivers power with minimal impact on the electrical system.
OUTPUT DEVICE TECHNOLOGY – PRO-FI high-speed MOSFETS bring extreme power with high sound quality and minimum distortion levels.

“The Crunch product development team has designed this product in record time, or order to meet our customer’s demands. The consumer will not be disappointed!” concluded Stiefel.

Contact your sales representative, or customer service at 847-540-7700 to secure your order.

See full line details at crunchcaraudio.com/amplifiers/smash/

KICKER Celebrates Employee Service in Annual Awards Ceremony

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STILLWATER, OK (08.25.2020) – Stillwater Designs, the maker of KICKER mobile-audio products, celebrated the anniversaries of 56 employees August 20 during a company luncheon, culminating with recognition of KICKER Vice Presidents Jeanne Snyder and Bob Spencer who have been with the company 35 years.

Kicker Founder Steve Irby addressing the luncheon gathering on Thursday, August 20th. Note all of the gift bags on the table.

KICKER has been celebrating work anniversaries since the early 1980s, and employees gather for an informal meeting each year to earn a gift and a handshake from KICKER President and founder Steve Irby.  This year is like none other, with employees donning masks and practicing social distancing at KICKER headquarters.

“I’m really honored,” said Irby. “It’s unbelievable to me to know somebody seeks to make a work career here, and great to see people that are team players and succeed in their years.”

Kicker Vice Presidents Jeanne Snyder (C) and Bob Spencer (L) are pictured with Kicker Founder Steve Irby. Snyder and Spencer received recognition awards for 35 years with Kicker. The luncheon was held in the Kicker warehouse with masks in place.

A pin embossed with the KICKER logo was awarded to employees for one year of service, a wristwatch for three years and a ring for five years. Accolades were also given to employees with 10, 15 and 20 years of service. In addition to the pair of 35-year service honors, employees Glynn Cooper, Bruce Moore, Jason Sigrist and Jeff Womack received recognition for being with the company for 25 years.

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2020 SEMA Memorial Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness Award Winners Announced

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The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund awarded $307,000 to 106 individuals this year, including scholarships for current students and loan-forgiveness awards to employees of SEMA-member companies.

“We’re excited to award this passionate group of individuals with our support as they embark on finding new ways to advance the future of the specialty-equipment aftermarket,” said SEMA Board of Director Chairman Tim Martin. “This year’s winners represent the diversity and young talent that our industry thrives on, and we look forward to how their contributions will drive us forward for years to come.”

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More than $3 million has been awarded to more than 1,600 deserving students since the program’s establishment in 1984. The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund and the SEMA Loan Forgiveness Program are dedicated to fostering the next generation of automotive aftermarket industry leaders and innovators by helping them get off to a successful start in their education and automotive aftermarket careers.

Online applications for next year’s awards will be accepted Nov. 1, 2020, through March 1, 2021, at www.sema.org/scholarships.

For questions or additional information, contact SEMA’s Youth Engagement Manager Katie Hurst at 909-978-6693 or katieh@sema.org.

The 2019 SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund recipients.

SEMA Scholarship Award Winners
Recipient (Institution Name, Major)

  • Jordan Aguana (California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Trevor Andis (Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Mary Elizabeth Bannister (Auburn University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Zachary Barton (Auburn University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Jacob Beshara (Bethel College, Business Management)
  • Alec Bianco (Colorado School of Mines, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Martin Blair (Arizona State University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Camden Boshart (California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Rebecca Brunner (Central Maine Community College, Automotive Technician)
  • Omar Carrizales-Suarez (University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Takeshia Carter (Kennedy-King College, Autobody Collision)
  • Olivia Celinski (DePaul University, Finance)
  • Nicholas Chan (Las Positas College, Automotive Technology)
  • Dallin Clawson (Brigham Young University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Cameron Cocalis (Colorado School of Mines, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Elijah Collins (Valparaiso University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • John Corder (Oregon Institute of Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology)
  • Kevin Dennis (Rochester Institute of Technology, Civil Engineering)
  • David Dixon Jr. (Wesleyan University, Economics)
  • Bonifacio Duller III (College for Creative Studies, Automotive Technology)
  • Chad Eisele (Clemson University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Colton Elfstrom (Gonzaga University, Computer Engineering)
  • Isabelle Erickson (Iowa State University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Emily Fuchsen (Lincoln College of Technology, Autobody Collision)
  • Benjamin Glaus (Minnesota State University-Mankato, Automotive Engineering & Technology)
  • April Graham (Utah Valley University, Autobody Collision)
  • Samuel Griffith (Northwood University, Automotive Marketing & Management)
  • Christian Gutierrez (Florida International University, Construction)
  • Michael Hand (Pennsylvania State University, Electrical Engineering)
  • John Hartman (University of Northwestern Ohio, Automotive Aftermarket)
  • Thomas Havemann (Clemson University, Automotive Engineering & Technology)
  • Alix Helton (Colorado State University, Engineering)
  • Ryan Hinchberger (University of Northwestern Ohio, Automotive Technology)
  • Mark Jaszkowiak (University of Idaho, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Isaac Johnson (University of Indianapolis, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Robert Johnson, Jr. (Highland Community College, Automotive Maintenance)
  • Zachary Jones (Clemson University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Christopher Kay (Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Automotive Technology)
  • Jered Kennedy (Colorado School of Mines, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Henry Kingwill III (College of Lake County, Autobody Collision)
  • Tyler Kraft (University of Akron, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Matt Lambert (Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology, Automotive Technology)
  • James Larmour (Nashville Auto Diesel College, Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technician)
  • Joshua Larson (Minnesota State University-Mankato, Automotive Engineering & Technology)
  • Nicholas Lent (Monroe Community College, Information Technology & Computing)
  • Francesco LoGiudice Jr. (Farmingdale State College, Automotive Technology)
  • Scotty Lucas (University of the Pacific, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Morgan Malencia (Ohio State University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Samuel Maner (The University of Alabama, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Brandan Marhefka (Pennsylvania College of Technology, Welding)
  • Spencer Marler (Brigham Young University-Idaho, Business Management)
  • Omar Martinez (Stanford University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Sydney McQueary (The University of Tennessee, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Leticia Mercado (University of New Mexico, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Caleb Messer (Mississippi State University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Evan Mihalko (Gannon University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • John Milbrandt (University of Akron, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Sloane Miller (North Carolina A&T State University, Computer Programming)
  • Lauren Mims (Clemson University, Automotive Engineering & Technology)
  • Dudley Moore (The University of Alabama, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Nicholas Nicholson (University of Northwestern Ohio, High Performance Automotive)
  • Christian Nisperos (University of California-Berkeley, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Shane Olson (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Computer Engineering)
  • Ryan Ott (Kennesaw State University, Marketing)
  • Austin Owen (Western Michigan University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Sebastian Pereira (Harvard University, Computer Programming)
  • Kenny Phan (Clemson University, Electrical Engineering)
  • Anthony Plummer (Pennsylvania College of Technology, Automotive Technology)
  • John Rafferty (North Dakota State University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Nathan Ragsdale (Montana State University, Mechanical Engineering Technology)
  • Emma Ricketts (Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Automotive Technology)
  • Sean Robinson (McPherson College, Automotive Technology)
  • Brady Robling (University of Northwestern Ohio, Automotive Technology)
  • Raquel Rodriguez (Southwest Career Institute, Automotive Technology)
  • Corbin Russ (University of Arkansas, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Shay Saarie (Dakota Wesleyan University, Business Management)
  • David Scagliotta (Pennsylvania College of Technology, Automotive Technology)
  • John Shanahan (Western Technical College, Automotive Technology)
  • Parker Simpson (Rhode Island School of Design, Fine Arts)
  • Michael Stamboulian (Villanova University, Business Management)
  • Ashley Stamboulian (Villanova University, Business Management)
  • William Sullivan (Pennsylvania College of Technology, Automotive Technology)
  • Ethan Tai (University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Information Technology & Sciences)
  • Matthew Trees (Texas A&M University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Michael Ustes (University of Michigan-Dearborn, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Jacqueline van Zyl (Georgia Institute of Technology, Mechanical Engineering – Top Student Award)
  • Luke Voldahl (Eastern Michigan University, Information Technology)
  • Vance Weber (Kansas State University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • William Welch (University of California-Los Angeles, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Joshua Wilhelm (Kansas State University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Kinzie Wilson (Belmont Abbey College, Business Management)
  • Christopher Wong (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Electrical Engineering)
  • Madison Wong (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Computer Engineering)

SEMA Loan Forgiveness Award Winners
Recipient (Employer, Institution Name, Major)

  • Sophia Dancel (Ford Motor Company, Kettering University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Kyle Ebner (Ford Motor Company, University of Detroit Mercy, Product Development)
  • Eric Harding (Pratt & Miller Engineering, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Weston Kulman (Pratt & Miller Engineering, Northwestern University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Jay McFarland (Holley Performance Products, Mid-Continent University, Business Management)
  • Mark Mollica (ThyssenKrupp Bilstein of America, University of San Diego, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Joel Negrete (Cummins, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Automotive Technology)
  • Hunter Pauloski (Competition Cams, Minnesota State University-Mankato, Automotive Engineering & Technology)
  • Christopher Pearson (Directed, University of Southern California, Business Management)
  • Nicholas Soave (Race Winning Brands, Kennesaw State University, Mechanical Engineering)
  • Janelle Storey (Automotive Lift Institute, SUNY College at Cortland, Graphic Design/Art)
  • James Stray (SAM Tech, SAM Tech, Automotive Technology)
  • Jamison Wilcox (COMP Performance Group, Brigham Young University-Idaho, Automotive Engineering & Technology)

Visit sema.org for more.

Auto Shield Releases the New AS-725-2W as the Remote Start Season Approaches

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DALLAS, TX (08.25.2020) – Auto Shield Security has released a new Model The AS-725-2W. Just in time for the Remote Start Season, Auto Shield has released this new Model which adds to the brand’s growing line of Remote Start Systems.

The Model: AS-725-2W is a Remote Start and Keyless Entry (Non-Security System,) which packs up to 1 Mile Range and comes with Color Changing LCD 2-Way Remotes.

The new AS-725-2W features 2-Way 3CH Remote Start Keyless Entry System with a range up to 1 mile and (1) 2-Way LCD FM 915 Mhz Transmitter plus (1) 4-Button FM 915 Mhz Transmitter. additional features include DBI Port Compatible with ADS Bypass Modules, Dual Polarity (+/-) Door lock outputs, Programmable 3 pulse for 3 push lock start from OEM Transmitter and Dedicated Horn Output.

This new model is in sock now and shipping to dealers.

For more info, visit autoshieldsecurity.com.

Custom Audio Highlights DroneMobile Remote Start Installation with Instagram Video

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ERIE, PA (08.24.2020) – A recent Custom Audio post on Instagram caught attention at the 12volt Central Studios.

The 2-panel post included an image of the DroneMobile icon on an Apple Watch. The second panel featured a 34 second video on the Apple Watch of the actual DroneMobile vehicle starting process.

Check out the @customaudio remote start DroneMobile video live on Instagram.

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Custom Audio owner Sondralee Orengia and staff member Adam McDermit starred in the video. Adam went through the starting process on his Apple Watch while Sondralee documented the process, and the actual vehicle starting, on her smartphone.

Adam McDermit set time tap the remote start on his Apple Watch.

“We sell a good amount of Compustar and DroneMobile products and the remote start season is just around the corner. We had been talking about doing a short video for a social post for a while. One day last week, right after completing a remote start install, we said ‘now is the time…let’s do it’. The car was pulled out of the install bay and parked right out front and we stood at the front door. Adam had his Apple Watch on and went through the starting process while I captured everything on my smartphone. All can hear the sound of the car starting and the real life sound of the plane flying overhead. The whole thing took less than 5 minutes to do” Orengia related.

John Kosmides, Market Dynamics, is the area representative for Compustar and DroneMobile. Kosmides offered “I saw the Custom Audio Instagram post on the DroneMobile start and thought it was super. Sondralee and her team do a great job with our brands and connecting with consumers in the Erie area.”

“We have quite a few customers comment on our social media posts and also say something when they come into the store. We see social media is a great way to engage with followers and consumers” Orengia concluded.

Custom Audio is a proactive 12volt and Home AV retailer that has served the Erie PA area for over 36 years. Custom Audio is a female owned business. All members of the Custom Audio team adhere to COVID-19 mandates by wearing masks, practicing social distancing and sanitizing sales counters plus surface areas in the showroom daily.

For more see customaudio.net and @customaudio.

Mobile Solutions’ Dust Shield Router Table Accessory

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TEMPE, AZ (08.24.2020) – Mobile Solutions announces the release of the Dust Shield; a patent-pending router table accessory intended to re-direct dust particles ejected out of the router bit back into the vacuum area, thereby minimizing airborne dust. Made from high-impact plastic, the Dust Shield reduces airborne dust up to 40%. This provides a significant benefit to keeping vehicles and neighboring tools or machinery cleaner during times of fabrication. It also keeps the router table surface safer when moving material through the router bit. Less airborne dust is always better.

The Dust Shield is attached with five (5) N52 1/2” neodymium magnets in the base and mates to any Jessem ‘Rout-R-Lift’ series router lift with a phenolic top plate. Included in the package are two (2) additional N52 neodymium magnets intended to be the receiver magnets inserted into the router lift’s top plate. “This method of attachment allows easy placement of the dust shield in multiple orientations relative to the work piece” remarks Mobile Solutions President, Bryan Schmitt. Since there is a single magnet attachment point, the Dust Shield can remain in that orientation, but easily pivot out of the way should the work piece touch the shield. “The magnetic attachment and ability to pivot means the fabricator never has to remove their hands from the work piece, which benefits safety as well as the obvious advantage of reducing airborne dust” continued Schmitt.

Click here to view a video featuring this product.

The Dust Shield is an ideal router table accessory for any fabricator using the Jessem ‘Rout-R-Lift’ router lift systems and Schmitt said about 80% of the Jessem router lifts Mobile Solutions sells work with it. “While some fabricators have a dedicated wood shop to minimize dust in the vehicle work area that would benefit, the Dust Shield is especially helpful for smaller shops fabricating in the same space as the vehicle work takes place” added Schmitt. Any Jessem ‘Rout-R-Lift’ application with a dust collection system, whether in a dedicated router table or bench-mounted into a table saw outfeed table, will benefit from and work with the Dust Shield.

Dust Shield Features:

  • Up to 40% greater dust particle reduction by vacuum suction back into the bit area
  • Directional positioning – maximize the dust suction based on the size of the work piece
  • Fits any Jessem ’Rout-R-Lift’ or ‘Rout-R-Lift II’ router lift system
  • Integrated mounting with five (5) 1/2 inch N52 neodymium magnets
  • Includes two (2) additional N52 neodymium magnet inserts for the router lift surface
  • Works with any dust collection system connected to a table or bench-mounted router

Advantages of using Dust Shield:

  • Cleaner and safer work surface on the router table
  • Less airborne dust to worry about getting on cars and tools
  • Great solution for open area work spaces, especially routers mounted on an open bench and not in a dedicated wood/fab room
  • No stationary mounting means the magnets allow the Dust Shield to move or slide if the work piece makes contact

The Dust Shield router table accessory is in stock at Mobile Solutions and shipping now. Special launch pricing of $49.99 is offered for a limited time by using the coupon code “Dustshield” upon checkout at www.mobilesolutions-USA.com.

For more details about the Dust Shield router table accessory, including a video of it in action, visit the dedicated web page at Mobile Solutions’ website. If you have questions or need more information on any Mobile Solutions products, visit www.mobilesolutions-USA.com, or call 480-968-2074.

Auto Dealership Highlights 12volt Aftermarket Product Sales

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HUNTSVILLE, AL (08.24.2020) – Bill Penney Toyota is a new car dealership in Huntsville, AL. To serve their customers the company also offers a selection of 12volt brands and products.

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George Torres, the Accessories Department Manager, reached out to the 12volt news as the dealership is looking to further grow their aftermarket business.

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Torres related “We are looking to grow our staff and want to find someone with mobile electronics sales experience. I have over 22 years of mobile electronics experience. Staff member Taylor Widmer has over 10 years of 12volt experience. We currently do all of the accessories sales for Bill Penney Toyota ranging from car audio, heated seats, leather, wheels, tires, paint protection, lift kits, power liftgates and much more.

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Continuing, “We need someone to help us with sales, it’s a 5-day work week with working Saturdays a must. We offer a strong commission opportunity once the probation period is completed. The dealership sells over 350 cars a month so we meet and greet over 350 customers per month. Plus, unlimited contact numbers for cold calls and call backs are available for a motivated salesperson.”

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The dealership currently offers Audison, Memphis Audio, Viper, Pioneer and VOXX.

This article was initially a request to post a classified ad for a salesperson. We thought it was an interesting story about a new car dealership offering aftermarket 12volt products.

For info, contact George Torres
Bill Penney Toyota
4808 University Dr. NW
Huntsville, Al. 35816
256-837-1111 x181
accessories@billpenneytoyota.com

Visit billpenneytoyota.com for more.

Redline Audio and Performance Wins 12volt Prize on 12volt Spin-To-Win Spin 90

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SHREVEPORT, LA (08.22.20) – WTF…Win This Friday. Redline Audio and Performance won 12volt Prize on Friday, August 21st.

The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Nine months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

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On Friday morning, August 21st, the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the 90th time and the Wheel landed on the 12volt space. The Redline Audio and Performance slip was drawn from the jar. We will contact Mike at the proactive Spindale NC retail shop and give him the good news.
Spinning out a new winner each Friday, a 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, Farenheit and Inkling Designs. 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 and Mobile Sound Systems in Arlington TX. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, August 28th.

12volt Dave’s Audio Answering System Speaks to Callers in Dave’s Voice

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POTTSVILLE, PA (08.21.2020) – 12volt Dave’s Audio is a 12volt retailer that has served the Pottsville, PA community, and surrounding area, for over 19 years. Owner Dave Clews is a people person with a lot of passion for his customers and his business. When it comes to connecting with his customers Mr Clews definitely has a clue.

A smiling Dave Clews in the 12volt Dave’s Audio showroom in Pottsville PA.

Recently, I noticed Dave had liked a @12voltnews Instagram post highlighting a new product from Oracle Lighting which prompted my call to 12volt Dave’s Audio. As with many 12volt shops business is rockin’ and the store’s answering system picked up.

The answering system message at 12volt Dave’s is a perfect example that Dave is a people person. If unable to be answered in a few rings, the caller is greeted with an engaging “Thank you for calling” message in Dave’s voice that continues with some information about activity going on in store. The current message highlights the Kicker, JL Audio and Nakamichi brands. Dave’s message ends as he thanks the caller, asks them to leave their message and lets them know he will get back with them as soon as possible.

Clews related “Sometimes we just can’t get to the phone quickly but I want the caller to know we appreciate their call and that want to speak with them. We monitor the missed call messages and work to place the return call as quickly as possible.”

The 12volt Dave’s Audio shop vehicle sports over $10K in audio gear.

Continuing Clews offered “I came up with the idea to create an answering message in my voice a few years back. Every couple of weeks I record a new message. The new message could be about a new product or seasonal in nature… like the upcoming remote starter season. A cool thing is customers tell me they really like the personal feel plus the way we engage and work to fill their 12volt needs.”

Clews records new messages in his office after hours. “I close the door and make a few notes for the new answering message. Then I speak the message into my smartphone and enter that file into the store’s phone system” Clews concluded.

Clews is a lifelong resident of the Pottsville area and in total has been in the 12volt industry for nearly 4 decades. Also, he is a member of the Pottsville City Council and works to build brick and mortar business in the city.

For more see 12volt Dave’s Audio on Facebook and @12voltdaveclews on Instagram

Oracle Lighting Launches New Jeep Oculus Bi-LED Headlamp System

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METAIRE, LA (08.21.2020) – ORACLE Lighting (), the market leader in innovative LED lighting solutions for the automotive aftermarket, is proud to announce the launch of new color options for their innovative Oculus Bi-LED headlamp system for Jeep Wrangler JL or Gladiator JT. Available in three different bezel colors, the system is now shipping with an MSRP of $589.50.

“The Oculus Bi-LED headlamp system provides advanced LED projection,” explained Justin Hartenstein, Oracle Lighting director of development. “3,200 Lumens of high-quality illumination provides enhanced driver visibility in all weather conditions, offering superior light distribution and beam cut-off. The precision optics provides increased driver visibility without distracting other drivers.”

Light focus is very important for not only driver safety but others on the road who can potentially have their vision obscured by glare. This is especially significant on lifted vehicles where the light source is raised and, in a position, to interfere with other driver’s vision. Oculus headlights feature a sharp cut-off line and aim light with precision specifically to avoid such issues.

Oracle’s unique Oculus bezels are now available in a total of three different color housings…original Matte Black, new Graphite Metallic, and new Satin Silver options. This allows the users to better match the headlights to their vehicle’s paint color, wheel color, or other accent colors. Oracle’s patented Oculus bezel design is based in Euclidean geometry, using concentric ellipses to create patterned symmetries.

“These headlights don’t just look good, they are also built to last,” Hartenstein continued. “It is undeniably important to implement proper thermal management tools for high-performance LEDs to operate with reliability in various environments. Oculus utilizes both active and passive cooling methods to sustain low LED temperatures. Remote mounted heat sinks and an internal cooling fan work in conjunction to insure proper temperature control and longevity of the LEDs.”

Having celebrated its 20-year anniversary in 2019, Metairie, LA-based Oracle Lighting has been designing innovative lighting products and technologies for the automotive/12Volt, powersports, motorcycle, and marine markets since 1999. Oracle’s philosophy is this: in today’s world of fly-by-night vendors, we think it is important to partner with businesses that you can trust to be there for you today, tomorrow, and for years to come.

For more information on Oracle Lighting and its full product line, visit www.oraclelights.com, call (800) 407-5776, or email info@oraclelights.com.