SOLON, OH (06.23.2020) – American Bass Audio has released a brand of batteries called Stealth Energy.
Bob Ahuja, Company President offered, “Our consumers use American Bass products to seriously upgrade their audio builds because they are enthusiasts or because they are competitors. Often our customers need more energy to run their builds than what is available in their car and they often upgrade batteries to supply that energy. Entering the battery business allows American Bass to supply every aspect of their audio build from their subwoofers, speakers, amplifiers and now the energy that supplies the whole system.”
Stealth Energy Batteries are in stock and a new product from American Bass.
American Bass has released 6 models of 12 volts AGM, absorbent glass mat, batteries. The six models are Stealth 150-15 amp hours, Stealth 200-20 amp hours, Stealth 350, 35 amp hours, Stealth 550-50 amp hours, Stealth 750-75 amp hours and Stealth 1000-100 amp hours.
There are 6 models in the Stealth Energy line.
The key difference between Stealth Energy batteries and the competition is that these batteries are designed for car audio and American Bass batteries have far better surge capacity than competitors. Surge, or reserve, capacity is key because often car audio customers are drawing a lot of current from their batteries over very short periods of time.
Ahuja concluded, “We are thrilled to enter the battery business in car audio. Car audio enthusiasts often do not have many options when it comes to quality, affordable batteries specifically designed for audio applications. Our customers often have to make do with batteries not designed for audio. We are excited to now provide the perfect solution for them.”
ATHENS, TN (06.22.2020) – Long-time MECA Retail Member, Elite Audio in Athens TN, hosted a MECA event at the Sweetwater Flea Market on Sunday May 31st. Elite Audio has hosted numerous events at this venue through the years.
MECA Members pitch in to help a fellow competitor get a big number on the meter.
Oran Barkley, Elite Audio owner and MECA 2018 SPL Street 5 World Champion stated “The Sweetwater Flea Market is just up the road from our store a few miles. We had a great event. Over 60 competition vehicles were in the lanes for MECA Show & Shine, SQL and SPL runs. In addition there were NSPL and Bass Outlaw competitors plus about 20 friends that just came to demo their rides. There was a lot of enthusiasm among competitors who were very happy to be back at a MECA event. We had competitors from Ohio, North Carolina and Georgia plus many from Tennessee.”
Oran Barkley was happy to see friends and competitors at the Sweetwater Flea Market.
Steve Stern, MECA Commish, offered “This was the first show for the East Tennessee/Virginia area and spectator turnout was especially good, and lots of enthusiasm. People were genuinely grateful to be back at a MECA event, able to see friends, show new builds, and lots of car audio gear.”
This amazing Chevy pickup was one of the ultra tricked rides on site at the event.
Continuing, Stern stated “Oran is a believer in hosting cost-effective, fun events that highlight his store plus the products and services he provides. He understands the sound-off competitors since he has been one for many years. Team O.S.C. is a testimony to the relationships he builds with his customers, who turn into friends as they travel and socialize at the events. This makes for loyal customers, and that’s really important to speciality car audio shops.”
The Odd Squad Custom Team was founded in 1995 as a low rider club.
Barkley started Team O.S.C. (Odd Squad Custom) in 1995 as a Low Rider Club for car shows. Through the years the marketplace has changed and now club members focus on car audio competitions and car shows.
Barkley related business has been strong during the COVID-19 pandemic with strong sales across the board in car audio, marine and side-by-side categories.
Concluding, Stern offered “Starting Monday, June 22nd, we will make daily posts on Facebook highlighting MECA Retail Members. The first post will be last year’s Team Of The Year, Team O.S.C. owned by Oran Barkley-Elite Audio and featured above.
THE 12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (06.22.2020) – Following a family-centered Father’s Day 2020 the road forward is filled with questions as we enter the last part of June and get ready for the second half of 2020.
AutoTech Engineering ‘Bass and Chill’ in Riverside, CA drew 185 cars to the relaxed event.
People in general are ready for everything to return to some degree of normal. The recent MECA event in Tennessee, Sunday May 31st, was attended by competitors and spectators who were excited to see friends and compete.
MECA Members pitch in to help a fellow competitor get a big number on the meter.
The Spring Carlisle 2020 Car Meet, in Carlisle PA, was originally expected to draw 100,000 to the large outdoor swap meet venue. At the last minute governing officials stepped in to have the event cancelled. A court hearing on Thursday, June 18th, ended with no decision. With so much uncertainty the event drew a much smaller crowd.
One of many of the Jeeper’s amazing rides at the Florida Jeep Jam in Panama City.
The Florida Jeep Jam in Panama City, on Fathers’ Day Weekend, drew a large number of Jeepers and amazing demo vehicles to Panama City FL. Reports are the crowd was less than expected.
The 2020 Scrapin’ the Coast event is scheduled June 26th-28th in Biloxi MS. The Sling Experience in Houston is expected to draw a big crowd to see amazing Slingshots. Bike rally events are happening, the boating season is making waves plus the dunes and trailers are drawing UTV riders.
Across the 12volt industry there are continuing reports indicating 12volt retailers are having record sales months. Distributors are slammed with business and there are rising product shortages from vendors. Manufacturer rep firms are beginning to travel their territories in certain areas of the U.S.
The above examples are signs that the overall marketplace has a desire to return to normal. Against the above backdrop the number of COVID-19 cases are rising again. Professional baseball training camps have closed and the season is in doubt. Members of top college football teams, along with pro teams, have tested positive for the CORONA-19 virus.
In addition, general unrest across the population is a very significant factor in the road forward.
WTF… What’s The Future? Day by Day, from the 12volt Central Studios, we will strive to highlight positives across the 12volt industry. We trust others will do they same in all business segments, organizations and personally. We encourage your input.
SOUTHFIELD, MI (06.22.2020) – Brandmotion’s FullVUE Mirror/Rear View Camera for Jeep delivers a completely new driving experience for your JL by helping you see more than ever before. This versatile new safety and convenience aid replaces your current rear view mirror with a full always-on HD video screen. It improves on your traditional JL mirror by providing a clear, crisp live action view at all times, with no spare tire or rear seat occupant obstructions. In addition to seeing everything behind your Jeep at all times, the view is 300% wider. Result? No more blind spots!
The FullVUE Rear Camera system is the ultimate trail and street navigating aid for those with an insatiable passion for adventure. It helps you know exactly what’s going on behind your Jeep at all times with no obstructions and a 3X wider field of view. See more than ever before.
Mirror Features:
Bright 800LUX 9.66” Full Mirror LCD Video Screen
Super High Definition 1980*320 Pixel Display
Advanced Anti-glare Tempered Glass Camera
Full Swipe/Scroll Touch Screen for Easy View Adjust
Built in 2-channel recording cameras and DVR (w/ 32GB SD Card) High quality OEM grade mirror snaps onto Jeep Wrangler Mirror Mount
Revert to a normal rearview mirror with the touch of a button
Camera Features:
170° Wide Angle Rear View 2MP Front Camera, 300% Wider than Stock JK Mirror
Custom Adjustable Spare Tire Mount Exclusively for 2007-2018 Jeep JK
Fits Virtually All Tire/Wheel Designs Including Deep Dish Wheels (extenders included)
60 FPS Refresh Rate for Realistic Video Smoothness
SHREVEPORT LA (06.20.20) WTF…Win This Friday. The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Seven months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.
The latest 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Winner, Number 81, is Wired Electronics in Linden NJ. The Wheel landed on the DS18 space Friday morning June 19th. We have reached out to the winning store to let them them know the good news…. that they won the DS18 prize which is a 6.5” high wattage and high range speaker package. 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, Sony, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, Precision Power, JBL, Power Acoustik, Farenheit, Image Dynamics and SpellBrite. 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, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ and Texas Dreamz Customs. Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, June 26th.
SHREVEPORT, LA (06.19.2020) – Fathers’ Day is celebrated on the 3rd Sunday of June each year in the U.S. This Sunday, June 21st, is Fathers’ Day 2020 and is the second day of Summer 2020.
Every aspect of Father’s Day 2020 will be impacted by the COVID-19 and uncertainty in general across the U.S.
The Spring Carlisle 2020 Car Meet, in Carlisle PA, was originally expected to draw 100,000 to the large outdoor swap meet venue. At the last minute officials stepped in to have the event cancelled. A court hearing on Thursday, June 18th, ended with no decision. With so much uncertainty the event will now draw a much smaller crowd.
The Florida Jeep Jam in Panama City is Fathers’ Day Weekend and expected to draw a large number of Jeepers and a large crowd to the Florida beach.
Concerts, bike rallies and other summertime activities have been impacted also.
Many Fathers across the 12volt industry have been working from home for nearly 3 months. Those factory staff members, manufacturers representatives and others have been home bound. Fathers working in 12volt retail shops, where open, have experienced very strong sales and packed install bays. Father’s working for distributors have been equally busy.
Fathers’ Day 2020 may be a good day to spend on the lake.
NEW YORK, NY (06.19.2020) – SiriusXM has announced the acquisition of Simplecast, a leading podcast management platform that enables podcasters to publish, manage, and measure their content. The Simplecast solution, paired with the award-winning monetization platform of AdsWizz, the adtech subsidiary of SiriusXM, creates an end-to-end solution that enables creators to publish and generate revenue from their podcasts, all in one place.
Led by Founder & CEO, Brad Smith, the Simplecast platform, with its leading content management, audience analytics, and dynamic audio toolset, MAE (Moveable Audio Engine), has attracted some of the largest and most highly respected brands and publishers including Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard, Netflix, Maximum Fun, Cloud10, QCODE, Anna Faris is Unqualified, Blue Wire, and Revision Path. The Simplecast platform is employed by a wide range of creators, from enterprise-level publishers and networks to independent niche podcasters.
Simplecast and AdsWizz will form SiriusXM’s publisher solution business, a full-service platform designed to meet the needs of podcast creators of all sizes. The acquisition expands and strengthens SiriusXM’s and Pandora’s tools and monetization services for podcasters and publishers. Through AdsWizz, SiriusXM offers a leading adtech solution for podcasters and networks, from dynamic ad insertion to ad serving, new programmatic solutions for podcasting, and the AdsWizz Podcast Marketplace, PodWave. Through Pandora for Podcasters, creators can easily submit their podcasts to reach Pandora’s millions of users and get access to data analytics tools and useful audience insights.
“Our goal is to provide audio publishers with state-of-the-art platforms and give them everything they need to be successful,” said Alexis van de Wyer, CEO of AdsWizz. “Empowering podcasters of any size to create, distribute, analyze, and monetize their work is the next natural step in pursuing our vision.”
“From the beginning, Simplecast’s mantra and mission was to remain laser-focused on podcast creators – building the best tools for publishing and insights,” said Brad Smith, the Founder & CEO of Simplecast. “The opportunity and alignment with AdsWizz allows our product — and our customers — access to a powerful monetization platform. Two best-in-class platforms are now able to align with the shared mission of helping publishers succeed, while each team continues to focus on their respective areas of expertise.”
With the integration between AdsWizz and Simplecast’s MAE, podcast publishers are able to take advantage of the integrated solution starting today.
SiriusXM was represented by Weil Gotshal & Manges LLP as counsel. Simplecast was represented by Telos Advisors, LLC as exclusive financial advisor and Sullivan & Worcester LLP as counsel.
PALMYRA, PA (06.19.2020) – PowerDrive’s 3000 Watt power inverter features Bluetooth wireless technology with an APP interface for remote access allowing you to easily customize settings and check battery voltage, output power, product temperature and more.
The powerful PD3000 power inverter supports AC devices rated up to 3000 Watts delivering 3000 Watts of continuous AC power with a high surge capacity for devices that require up to 6000 Watts to start. Mobile features include a free downloadable mobile app allowing pairing between your smart phone and inverter to access features and settings.
Additionally, the removable control panel allows remote monitoring and testing. Convenient outlet options include four 3-prong AC outlets and two USB power ports – one standard 2.4 AMP port and one USB-C 3.0 AMP port. Reliable safety features include audible alarms and safety shut-off triggers. The durable ABS PVC composite housing is tough and rigid to protect electronic components from abrasion and damage.
MIAMA GARDENS, FL (06.18.2020) – Father’s Day Weekend will be a blast! Yes, a literal audio blast from DS18 at Florida Jeep Jam in Panama City Beach. This Jeep event, June 17th-21st, is like no other in Florida and is one of the largest in the nation with a HUGE community of Jeepers driving from half a nation away to attend.
To kick off this weeklong party DS18 will start at the famous pirate themed restaurant, then off to the Jeep block party where the DS18 Team will be handing out awards for Best in Show, Best Sound Setup and UGLIEST JEEP. This whole week is about how DS18 loves the Jeep community and are happy to show their support throughout the whole event.
Rob Ferro, MR.DS18, is shown at the company’s HQ with the long awaited JK Door Panels that he will show at Florida Jeep Jam.
Rob Ferro (MR.DS18) will be DS18’s emissary once again to all the people that know him so well in the Jeep community. He will be there showing off many new and hot Jeep products that are sure to break necks and the industry itself when they are released. Among these new DS18 products is the long-awaited TJ SoundBar sporting four DS18 waterproof mids and two tweeters for a loud sound like you have never heard before on a TJ. Also, the Gladiator’s new under the seat sub boxes that sound great and look like a factory addition. These will debut with four 6.5 subs or two 6.5 subs, whichever fits the Jeep enthusiasts bass needs best.
Be sure to check out DS18 if you’re anywhere near this event, it is worth the drive just to see Rob Ferro’s Big Bad Wolf Jeep in all its glory plus all the other amazing builds on the beach that DS18 happy to be a part of.
The DS18 rig stopped for fuel on the 600 mile trip from DS18 HQ in Miami Gardens to Panamá City for the big Father’s Day Weekend event.
SHREVEPORT, LA (06.18.2020) – WTF… Win This Friday. The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. We are now celebrating 80 winners and seven months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.
Stereo and Video Center in Tyler TX was the winner of the first Spin-To-Win Wheel. James Halter is pictured with the CRUX prize… a Jeep Wrangler spare tire mount backup camera system along with a CRUX cap and T-shirt as the winner.
CRUX Interfacing Solutions was the first brand to award a prize and Stereo & Video Center was the first winner. The date was December 19th 2018. The latest 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Winner, Number 80, was Texas Dreamz Customs. The Wheel landed on the NavAtlas space Friday morning June 12th and the prize was a NavAtlas 2-Way Radio.
Texas Dreamz Customs was the winner of the 80th Spin-To-Win Wheel scoring a NavAtlas 2-Way Radio.
Spinning out a new winner each Friday, a 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.
The Model Electronics Team in Ramsey, NJ will see this check from the mailman.
12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, Cadence, PowerBass, Sony, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, Precision Power, JBL, Power Acoustik, Farenheit, Image Dynamics and SpellBrite. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a winning 12volt retailer.
Shreyas Nagaprasad holds the CRUX SWRSU-38c interface that was sent to Superior Audio Sound in San Angelo TX as the winner of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel No. 78 on May 29th.
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 and Texas Dreamz Customs. Congratulations to all.
Cody Landis, Code Zero Customs-Tulsa OK, is all smiles with his PowerBass prize as the winner of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel No. 72.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, June 19th.
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These products pictured in the 12Volt Central Studios are some of the prizes available for the next 12volt Spin-To-Win Number 81 on Friday, June 19th.
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