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Crunch PowerZone Amplifiers for Demanding Playlists

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LIBERTYVILLE, IL (06.05.2020) – Your audio deserves power that is undistorted, durable, and is ready to take on the most deserving of playlists. Feel your power with PZ.

With POWER ZONE amplifiers, you’ll receive reliable Crunch technology with VersaCross Electronic Crossover. Amplifiers are available in 2 channel, 4 channel, and mono configurations and all of them feature HUGE POWER that will take your audio to new levels as you have never heard before.

Bring that concert dimension of listening into your vehicle with every genre of music. POWER ZONE amplifiers push the power within every song to its full potential. Feel the adrenaline of clear bass, coupled with vibrant trebles of rich audio as you make any listening session a LIVE concert experience.

The PZ-3520.2-PRO is a 2-channel amplifier with high-level inputs that utilize SPEED-FET output devices and QTD Technology. Producing 3500 watts of power in a stereo or bridged mono application, this amplifier will grant the power your music has been craving.

Learn more about the PZ-3520.2-PRO HERE.

Still producing clear and undistorted playback for all of your playlists, the PZ-2020.2 2-channel amplifier is highlighted with that signature Crunch bright red heatsink and features SPEED-FET output devices and QTD Technology produces 2000 watts of power in a stereo or bridged mono application.

Learn more about the PZ-2020.2 HERE.

The PZ-1520.2 2-channel amplifier also highlighted with a Crunch bright red heatsink, features 1500 watts of power while still bringing you powerful audio that’s clear with rich levels of playback.

Learn more about the PZ-1520.2 HERE.
Click HERE to see the entire lineup of POWER ZONE (PZ) amplifiers and discover what it feels like to bringHUGE POWER into ALL of your audio

Visit crunchcaraudio.com for more.

Top Applicants Selected for 2020 SEMA Launch Pad Competition

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (06.05.2020) – The top 15 applicants of the SEMA Young Executives Network (YEN) Launch Pad Competition have been selected and now move on to the online voting stage. Each applicant will receive a complimentary, one-year SEMA membership, as well as one professional Launch Pad video and widespread awareness of their business through SEMA communication channels.

The 15 SEMA Launch Pad semifinalists are:

  • Justin Bradshaw (REVER); Product: Mobile App
  • Joshua Carton (Curien); Product: Neuron N2
  • Johannes Crepon (PDM Automotive); Product: Data Technology
  • Roland Hence (FrontLane, Inc.); Product: Impulse–Emergency Brake Light
  • Khanjan Desai (Alchemy); Product: ExoShield
  • Luke Farley (Lynx Auto Wraps & More); Product: Lynx Auto Wraps TRD aps
  • Keith Ferry (Cerebrum Sensor Technologies); Product: Cerebrum
  • Brendan McGrath (Dyme PSI); Product: AN Hose & Fittings
  • Timur Mukhtasibov (AK Software); Product: BodyShopFlow
  • Matt Rafeld (Beachcomber Offroad, LLC); Product: Stowaway Door
  • Eric Rivera (Dirt Dynamix); Product: Truck Accessories
  • Patrick Sweeny (Blackgate Customs, Inc.); Product: KDSS Sway Bar Drop Spacer Kit
  • Brett Turnage (Brett Turnage Industries); Product: Modular Intercooler
  • Mike Unger (PICINH); Product: Tasker Tailgate
  • Brock Winberg (GTe-413 Electric Crate Motor); Product: GTe-413 Universal Plug

The public will be able to vote in the online competition beginning August 3. Five top candidates will go on to pitch their business ideas at the 2020 SEMA Show, where a panel of iconic judges select one winner to receive a prize package that includes $10,000 to be used for the benefit of their business and exhibit space at the annual SEMA Show.

“The 15 semifinalists are a great representation of the passion and innovation that can only be found in this industry,” said Nathan Ridnouer, SEMA vice president of councils and membership. “While all products are unique and valuable, we’re excited to share their ideas with the public and learn what our consumers are most interested in.”

Since 2013 the SEMA Launch Pad program has given young entrepreneurs, students, and business owners age 18-39 an opportunity to launch their products into the $44.6 billion automotive aftermarket industry. The program will teach participants new business strategies on how to develop, market, and boost their automotive products or services used by industry experts.

To learn more about SEMA Launch Pad and each of the 15 semifinalists, visit www.sema.org/launchpad.

Tint World Expands Virginia Service with New Sterling Location

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STERLING, VA (06.04.2020) – Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has opened a new location in Sterling, Virginia. The second Tint World franchise in Virginia is under the ownership of LeRoy Schubert and will be managed by Hans Schubert.

“It’s exciting to be part of such a rapidly growing franchise,” LeRoy Schubert said. “I’m passionate about the diverse services we provide and the innovative products we offer, and I’m ready to give Sterling locals outstanding service.”

Tint World Sterling, Virginia will provide a full range of products and services, including:

Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems
Car Stereo Upgrades
Custom Wheel and Tire Packages
Industry-Leading Accessories
Mobile Electronics
Nano Ceramic Coatings
Paint Protection Films
Security Systems
Vehicle Wraps
Window Tinting

“LeRoy is an excellent addition to our team,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “He’s knowledgeable with our products and services, and he has exceptional customer service skills. We look forward to seeing his positive contributions to the brand.”

The all-new Sterling franchise is located at 42750 Trade West Drive, Sterling, Virginia 20166. For additional information, call (703) 436-4900.

Visit tintworld.com for more.

SEMA Announces Board Election Results

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (06.04.2020) – Ted Wentz III, CEO of Quadratec Inc., has been elected to the 2020-2021 SEMA Board of Directors in the Distributor / Retailer category. He will replace outgoing Board member Greg Adler of Greg Adler Motorsports, effective in July.

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, distributors/retailers, manufacturers’ rep and services.

Ted Wentz III, CEO of Quadratec Inc., has been elected to the 2020-2021 SEMA Board of Directors in the Distributor / Retailer category.

The SEMA Board of Directors for 2020-2021 will be as follows:

Board Officers
• Chairman – Tim Martin, CEO, Aftermarket Advisors
• Chairman-elect – James Lawrence, CEO Power Automedia
• Immediate Past-Chair/Secretary – Wade Kawasaki, President, Coker Group
• Treasurer – Kyle Fickler, Owner, Fickler Enterprises LLC

Board Members
• Chris Douglas – COO, COMP Performance Group
• Donnie Eatherly – President, P&E Distributors Inc.
• Dan Kahn – President, Kahn Media Inc.
• Brian Lounsberry – CEO, Motovicity Distribution
• Kim Pendergast – CEO, Magnuson Superchargers
• Kathryn Reinhardt – Senior Marketing Manager, 4WP/ Pro Comp
• Bunyan L. (Les) Rudd, CPMR – President, Bob Cook Sales
• Ted Wentz III – CEO, Quadratec Inc.
• Steve Whipple – Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Edelbrock LLC
• Melanie White – President, Hellwig Products

Outgoing Board Member
• Greg Adler – CEO, Greg Adler Motorsports

Visit sema.org for more.

MB Quart Discovers Outdoors with New Stage 5 Can-Am Maverick X3 Package

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CHICAGO, IL (06.04.2020) – The MBQX-STG5-1 is an 800-watt Stage 5, Can-Am tuned audio system that features 5 speakers and includes an AM / FM / Bluetooth LED source unit, an under-seat 10-inch subwoofer, all necessary mounting panels, and harnessing.

Don’t just take on the outdoors with your vehicle, bring the party to it.

FEATURES & BENEFITS INCLUDE:
SOURCE UNIT FEATURES
“QUICK PAIR” immediately connects to the last device that was connected and you’ll have full “Apple Control” with Bluetooth capabilities
SPEAKERS
1″ titanium dome tweeter that will deliver natural-sounding high-frequency response, while producing high volume
AMPLIFIER
The stereo amplifier is operating in a 2-ohm mode for maximum volume on all 4 speakers (front and rear pods)
SUBWOOFER
400-watt sub-stage specific 10-inch under-seat subwoofer system
MOUNTING/HARNESSING
Plug and Play Harness: Waterproof connectors with premeasured wires

Click here to learn more about the MBQX-STG5-1 from the MB Quart website and get ready to feel high-performance in all of your audio.

Visit mbquart.com for more.

Sound Check Mobile Car Stereo Competition in Lafayette, IN

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LAFAYETTE, IN (06.03.2020) – Sound Check Mobile hosted dB Drag Racing and MECA competitors in Lafayette IN on Sunday, May 31st. The parking lot of the company’s store, along with adjacent business parking lots, were filled with competitors, spectators and vehicles on a warm sunny day.

The Sound Check Mobile lot was only part of the event layout.

RP Patel, Sound Check Mobile owner stated “We had a terrific turnout. The total crowd topped 150 people with north of 70 competitors. We were a bit worried that the crowd would be a problem with the local limits mandated by COVID-19 restrictions. All turned out well and everyone was happy to get back in the competition scene”

People and vehicles spread to adjacent lots during Sunday’s event.

Patel handled the dB Drag Racing and Bass Race lanes while MECA Indiana Event Director Chad Bleeke, with help from Judge Sean Paradis, were in the MECA lanes.

MECA Commish Steve Stern relayed “The event was a great way to get the season kicked off in Indiana. Sound Check Mobile was the MECA 2019 Retailer of the Year and does great store promotional events. RP Patel runs a great operation”

The Sound Check Mobile building is visible in the background.

“Our retail business has been amazing once COVID-19 restrictions were eased some in Indiana. Every year we have a number of sound competitions and this event was a great way to get the competition season off and running” Patel commented.

This B2 demo vehicle is quite a setup!

Celise Harris, DBDRA Marketing Director, related “Great news from Sound Check Mobile. The DBDRA would like to thank all the competitors that came out to compete at events this past weekend in Alberta Canada, Utah and Indiana. It is great to see everyone back in the lanes again!”

Concluding Patel offered “We certainly thank all the competitors who came out. dB Drag Racing and MECA are super organizations and we appreciate their continuing support.

Visit facebook.com/soundchecklafayette for more.

Oracle Lighting Launches Tesla Model 3 ColorSHIFT Headlight DRL Upgrade

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METAIRE, LA (06.03.2020) – Oracle Lighting is launching the new ColorSHIFT DRL Upgrade for Tesla Model 3 (model years 2017-2020). The kit (p/n 1286; MSRP: $289.95) and available options are now shipping.

“Upgrade your Tesla’s Model 3 lights to any color by simply replacing the factory DRL circuit board with our ColorSHIFT circuit board,” said Justin Hartenstein, Oracle Lighting director of development. “You can set the lights to be one single color or use one of our ColorSHIFT controllers to program color patterns and themes, and then simply switch the lights back to white for ‘on-road’ DRL use.”

Designed and developed in the USA by Oracle Lighting, these modules use high-quality LEDs and components. Replacing the circuit board is simple and does not require the disassembly of the headlights. The new boards are also compatible with the factory system and do not cause any fault codes to appear when installed.

Click here to see details on the ColorSHIFT DRL product page.

The new ColorSHIFT DRL Upgrade for Tesla Model 3 Kit includes:
• Complete set of ColorSHIFT replacement DRLS
• Choice of ColorSHIFT controller
• Installation wiring kit

Visit www.oraclelights.com for more.

2020 SEMA Show Attendee Registration Now Open

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (06.03.2020) – Registration for the 2020 SEMA Show, Tuesday-Friday, November 3-6, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, is available now at semashow.com/register.

The annual gathering featuring automotive innovation is set to take place in the Fall at a time when analysts anticipate the marketplace will begin its path to recovery, positioning the SEMA Show to be vital in helping businesses move toward a successful 2021. Show organizers are actively working with leading experts to develop standards and protocols that will create an optimal environment to conduct business, while focusing on the health and well-being of those at the event.

Registration for the 2020 SEMA Show is open now at www.semashow.com/register. The annual gathering, set to take place November 3-6 in Las Vegas, will be vital in helping businesses move toward a successful 2021. 

“We know the SEMA Show this year will be fundamental to helping businesses connect and move forward. We take that role very seriously, but not at the expense of the health and safety of the industry,” said SEMA Vice President of Events Tom Gattuso. “We’re confident that we will build a suitable environment that gives people certainty that they are not at risk to congregate, yet still leverages the Show’s position on the calendar to help the industry recover more quickly.”

Gattuso notes that the 2020 SEMA Show will likely look different from previous SEMA Shows, but assures the industry that what will remain the same is the high levels of value and quality of business that visitors are accustomed to.

The SEMA Show’s annual booth space selection process took place in May with overwhelming industry participation and support. The Show is comprised of 12 individual industry sectors and affords buyers the opportunity to find products to build their core business or venture into new areas of growth with complimentary product of service offerings. Education, new products, and trend spotting are the typical draws at the event and this year will continue based on the support the industry has shown thus far.

Attendees, exhibitors and media can register now at semashow.com/register

The SEMA Show is not open to the public, nor are there tickets or passes available for sale. Everyone must qualify to receive a badge and attend the event based upon providing documents verifying their employment in the automotive aftermarket industry.

For more information about qualifying documents and the 2020 SEMA Show, log on to www.semashow.com.

Boomin’ Audio Competitions Hosted Spring Super Slam

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TOOELE, UT (06.02.2020) – dB Drag Racing and USACi competitors filled the lanes at the Boomin’ Audio Spring Super Slam in Tooele UT on Sunday, May 31st. Under a warm and sunny Utah sky 39 dB Drag and 23 USACi entrants made their ways through the lanes.

Db Drag Racing and USACi Competitors pictured with their trophies at the Boomin’ Audio event at the Spring Super Slam in Tooele UT on Sunday, May 31st. Flags are flying on the Boomin’ Audio event tower.

This was the 3rd Annual Spring Super Slam and was held in V Auto Care’s very large parking lot. V Auto Care and Jones Subwoofer Solutions were sponsors of the event.

Competitors filled the V Auto Care lot under a warm sunny Utah sky.

Boomin’ Audio’s Andy Teuscher and Jeffrey Fernandez were behind the meters in the lanes. Fernandez, who traveled from SoCal for the event, relayed “I had an awesome time. It’s always fun coming out judging shows with Andy in the Idaho and Utah area. There are definitely a lot of diehard bass heads out there in the “Bass Elevated” State of Utah”

Andy Teuscher (L) and Jeffrey Fernandez pictured at the end of a very busy day in the lanes.

Jason Jones, Jones Subwoofer Solutions commented “Our business is designing and building subwoofer enclosures that rock. We are based about 60 miles down the in Sunset UT and really like attending the Boomin’ Audio events at V Auto Care. We had several competitors running with our enclosures and walls that took home top trophies”

These companies and organizations came together to host a very successful event.

Teuscher offered “We had competitors that showed up early and were excited to be around fellow competitors in light of all the COVID-19 restrictions. This was our 6th Boomin’ Audio event at V Auto Care and as always Cory Bird had everything in place. The company vehicle repair and also sell audio and video products as well as do tinting on vehicles of all types”

“We at Boomin’ Audio Competitions are extremely excited to get the season underway and look forward to more successful events in 2020” Teuscher concluded.

Visit facebook.com/boominaudiospl for more.

All New Radar Receiver Technology from K40

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ELGIN IL (06.02.2020) – K40 Electronics, a premier manufacturer of award-winning, high-performance automotive radar and laser protection systems, has released their all-new Platinum Series line of radar detectors. The Platinum360 (front and rear radar system) and the Platinum200 (front radar system) have been engineered with over 40 years of cutting edge product focus to be the most discreet and reliable speeding ticket defense on the market. All K40 Electronics products are backed by the world’s first and most comprehensive Ticket-Free Guarantee.

All New Radar Receiver Technology
The new Platinum Series Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) radar receivers are more sensitive and have increased overall performance, more range, and allow more customization options. These new receivers assist drivers when it counts by offering greater range on all police radar bands as well as more filtration options and tailored alert preferences so that drivers experience the most reliable, advanced warning system with fewer false alerts.

New Features
In addition to the 18 customizable features already standard on current K40 Electronics products, the Platinum Series offers additional features and settings.

Radar Band Selectivity – The Platinum Series offers new, more advanced filtration. Now, drivers will be able to select the range of K-band or Ka-band frequency spectrum they want to be alerted to. By focusing on specific band segments, drivers can expect increased warning times and warning distance.

Ka-Band Filter – Ka-band filter enables filtration of non-police radar signals, such as other radar detectors and satellite broadcast bands. Drivers will enjoy the confidence of filtering out the non-police signals and knowing where the real threats are. Just like K40 Electronics’ K-band filter, used to silence vehicles with radar-based safety features, this filter does not affect the system’s range and performance for all other police radar threats.

Auto Filter – The “Auto” setting in the City/Highway filter automatically adjusts range and sensitivity on radar bands based on the vehicle’s speed. For drivers who like a “set it and forget it” approach to minimizing non-police alerts in low-speed situations while maintaining maximum sensitivity in higher speed scenarios.

MultaRadar CD/CT Detection – The Platinum Series will have the capability to alert to MultaRadar CD/CT photo radar (Late 2020 availability).

Additional Laser Defuser Transmit Control – Drivers can now switch Laser Defusers to receive-only mode at any time during a police laser encounter by pressing the mute button on the remote control. For the advanced user, this feature allows the driver to instantly turn off the jamming signal transmitted to the laser gun and allow the police to obtain a speed reading.

Same Time-Proven Features
While the new Platinum Series custom-installed radar detectors offer numerous technology and feature enhancements, drivers have the same confidence-inspiring features that made previous generation K40 systems the most trusted name in police radar protection:

● Dual radar receiver option for more range and directional awareness.
● Discrete LED and control options keep vehicles’ interiors looking OEM.
● GPS features like “Mark To Mute”, “Mark To Alert” and “Quiet Ride” allow for individual customization of the driving experience.
● Ticket-Free Guarantee: the first and most comprehensive guarantee in the industry for 40 years and counting.

K40 systems are also integration-ready with select Kenwood and JVC head units via iDatalink Maestro. Future integration partnerships are pending release with Pioneer, Mid-City Engineering, and NavTV.

“As the next evolution for K40 Electronics’ radar detectors, the Platinum Series offers more range and performance than ever,” said Rachel Clark, K40’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Our goal is to provide complete speeding ticket protection with the latest technology in radar and laser defense.”

Availability
The K40 Electronics Platinum200 and Platinum360 radar detector systems are available nationwide throughout the US, and in Canada from K40 authorized retailers including mobile electronics stores and automotive dealerships.

Visit k40.com for more.