12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (06.07.25) The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. The weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is now spinning in Year 6.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the 325th time on Friday morning on June 6th. The Wheel landed on the Massive Audio space and the Audio Addiction slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning spin slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted.

We reached out to the lucky winning retailer in Temecula CA. We gave the news to a very nice lady that a Massive Audio prize will be headed their way. She was very happy to hear the news and would let Carlos Parra know the super news.

Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the 12volt marketplace.

12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include KICKER, RDV, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, THINKWARE, Race Sport Lighting, EBS Audio, King Boxes, Massive Audio, Q Power and VIPER. 12volt News and 12voltBeat $100. cash awards also have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for the 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, 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, ST Mobile in Texarkana TX, AR Custom OC in Orange CA, Temecula Mobile Sound in Temecula CA,  Unique Auto Sound in Lindenhurst NY, D’s Garage in Corona CA and DS2 Mobile Solutionz in Tomball TX, C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT and The Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT, Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, Electronics Depot Car Audio in Altamonte Springs FL. Car Audio Garage in Pearland TX, Pinnacle Autosound in Lake City FL, J H Audio in Bowling Green VA, The Car Audio Shop StL in High Ridge MO, Anthonys Car Stereo in North Highlands CA, Flynn Audio in Middleton WI, Living Loud Car Audio in Pelham AL, Trail Star Audio in Minnesota, On The Spot Audio in Pennsauken NJ, Animated Car Audio in Essex MD, West Coast Car Audio in Citrus Heights CA, Modified Auto Sound in East Alton IL, Star Car Audio in Hermiston OR, VapeNAudio in Clovis CA, SoundWorks in Millersville MD Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, J A Custom Audio in Houston TX Jose Electronics in North Hills CA,  Sound Proof Car Stereo in Douglasville GA, Auto Additions in Springfield IL, Elite Car Audio in Hollywood CA, Masters Car Stereo in Greenville SC, Audio Plus in Eden NC, Seismic AutoSound in Novato CA, Car Audio Addicts in Pittsburgh PA and AudioKing Tinting in Yakima WA, Arias Tint and Alarms in Duncanville TX, Odeh Car Audio in Gadsden AL, 12volt Specialist in Newark DE, Cutting Edge Audio in San Diego CA, Southern Auto Fab in Lafayette LA, California Sound in Fontana CA, Big Boyz Toyz in Florence SC, 740 Audio in Athens OH and 12volt Outfitters in Hollywood FL., High Quality Auto Sound, Lawrence MA, Custom Car Stereo SC in Spartanburg SC, Zier Box in Dallas TX, Maximum in Manville NJ, Audio Car Stereo in Miami FL, Mach 1 Audio in Washington MO, Doren Car Stereo in Queens Village NY, Side-x-Side Audio in South Charleston WV, Sound Concept in Nanuet NY, Pda Road Gear in Littleton CO and A-Plus Audio and Tinting  Newington CT, Audio Electronics in Indianapolis IN, Tint and Sound in Frederick MD, Tint World Wilmington DE, VIP Autoworks in Mentor OH, All Out Audio in Killeen TX, Yong’s Audio in Indianapolis IN, Custom Audio Concepts in Lima OH, Clear Vibrations in Quakertown PA, The Outlaw Garage in Columbia TN, Xpert Car Audio in Layton UT, No Doubt Window Tint in Ardmore OK, San Diego Car Stereo in San Diego CA, Smart Audio in Lawrence MA, Car Audio One in Chula Vista CA, Audio Excellence in Orlando FL, Ultimate Sounds 1 in Wilmington NC, King Kong Custom Audio in Albuquerque NM. Manny’s Customs in Stockton CA, OD Car Audio in Pasco WA, Car Tunes on Line in Largo FL, INOV8 Audio in Houston TX, Kartel Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT, Pro Auto Sound in Hialeah FL Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Fabulous Auto Alarms in Passaic NJ, Jimmy_Sound_System in Lawrence MA, American Audio Concepts in Houston TX, Arias Tint and Alarm in Duncanville TX, Big Papas Car Audio in Cincinnati OH, Houston Audio Lab in Houston TX, 901 Sound in Memphis TN, Kurtz Car Stereo in Traverse City MI, Sound By Stephen, Music In Motion in Alsip IL, Current Automotive Design in Sparta NJ, Prestige Sounds in Pompano Beach FL, Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Telza Audio in Columbia SC, Limelight Automotive in Webster NY, Victory Lap Auto Restyling East Moline IL, Unique Audio VA in Lorton VA, Builds by Paul in Litchfield AZ, Voodoo Customs in Haltom City TX, Elevated Design in Phoenix AZ, Mobilework/Tintworks in Santa Maria CA, Nappo Car Audio in Houston, Platinum Car Audio in Washington, Ballistic Audiowerks in Smithsburg MD,  Xteme-Car Audio in Bremerton WA, Beltline Motors in Decatur AL, Ultimate Sounds in Chattanooga TN, Santa Fe Auto Sound in Overland Park KS, Soundelux Car Audio in Chula Vista CA, Kartele Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT, BK Audio in Pasco WA, CenCal Audio in Madura CA, Xtreme Auto Sound in Louisville KY,  Victorylap Auto Styling in East Moline IL, Car Trendz in Alexandria VA, BLVD Customs in Lakeland FL, Audio Systems in Montclair CA, Fitment_nyc_shop in Jamaica NY, King Audio in Norwalk CT. Foss Audio in Tukwila WA, OG Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, Tint and Tunes in Sacramento CA, Dr Dashboard in Evansville IN, The Sound Shop in Chino CA, Extreme Concepts in Albertville AL,The-King of Custom in Longwood FL, Car Audio Depot in Modesto CA and Audio Dreams in Acworth GA, PCH Custom Audio in Long Beach CA, Crazy Ralph’s Car Stereo in Gonzales LA,  Joe’s Cycle Therapy in Somerset MA, Cal Custom Audio in Tracy CA, NWA Audio in Bentonville AR,  XT Audio in Miami, Tim’s Audio in Newport OR, Build’s By Paul in Litchfield AZ, DAW Discount Audio in Paramount CA and M12 Audio in Bluefield WVA,  Jam City Pros in Caddo Mills TX, Finishline Shop in Lumberton NJ, Genuine Custom Audio in Riverside CA,Ballistic Autowerks in Hagerstown MD, Jeff’s Custom Car Audio in Royce TX, Pitbull’s in Houston, Aspen Sound in North Spokane WA, CP Designs in Jarrell TX and D&B Sales in Ft Wayne IN, Precision Custom Audio in Riverview FL, The King of Custom, Active Sound in NC,  Car Stereo Plus in Sumter SC,  Audioworks DE in Newark DE, Active Sounds in NC  Speed Car Audio in Dallas, Voodoo Customs in Luling LA,  BK Customs 616 in Grand Rapids MI, TPD HiFI in Broken Bow OK, HiFi Crusin’ in Hattiesburg MS, Superior Audio Sounds in San Angelo TX Intense Kustom Audio in Brentwod NY, California Audio in West Valley UT, H A  Ross Entertainment, Voodoo Customs in Haltom TX, Absolutely Creative Customs in Boulder CO and Yongs Audio 317 in Indianapolis IN.

Congratulations to all.

WTF!!!….Where’s The Fun…..On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 326 on June 13th.

HOUSTON/DALLAS, TX (6.6.25) – The Kenwood new direct replacement receivers are now shipping to dealers across the country. Kenwood partnered with SSR Distributors to connect with dealers to provide the information they need to showcase this new product on the retail show floor and drive sales.

SSR hosted trainings in Houston on Wednesday night, June 4 and on Thursday night in Dallas, June 5.

The Houston session Wednesday night, conducted by Marcus Vasconcellos, was packed. Dealers arrived early for the training and there was a total crowd of 70 people, from 40 dealers, across the southern Texas area. All were engaged as Marcus conducted the very informative training session.

SSR‘s Arshad Dhanani reported that dealers were very engaged and asking questions throughout the meeting. All dealers thought it was something and were looking forward to it. During the evening great Philly cheesesteak sandwiches and trimmings were enjoyed by dealers.

Tracy Farr, SSR VP of Sales and Ops, related the training session at Dallas location on Thursday was another great opportunity for SSR to connect with dealers and help them be able to present and make sales of this exciting new Kenwood product. Marcus Vasconellos kept attendees engaged throughout his presentation.Ryan Christie,Kenwood Western Regional was in the house to connect with dealers.

In addition to learning about this great new product from Kenwood attendees enjoyed a delicious meal of Tacos, Rice and beans served by Nicos Cocina.

Manufacturers, distributors and dealers connecting and working together to connect with consumers is extremely important in this web, internet and AI driven the world. Stay tuned for much more from the 12volt Central Studios spotlighting positive activities.

For more see https://ssrdistributors.com.

NEW ORLEANS, LA (6.6.25) – FlashTech showcased cutting edge lighting solutions at the PNWCEE 2025 and there is more news. Including the Patent Pending Shockwave bulbs and versatile off-road lighting kits. Flashback products are designed to help shops simplify inventory and boost sales.

FlashTech is redefining the lighting game with ColorChase dynamic lighting featuring adjustable RGB technology across under body kit, halos, wheel rings and more all controllable via app for sending visual effects and full customization.

At the PNWCEE the new Tri-Forge off-road light kit was introduced and well received. The Tri-Forge system utilizes individual cubes to create light options that are terrific on the road featuring low beam and high beam for driver safety.

Bruce Gilsdorf, FlashTech rep for the Pacific Northwest, was on site at the PNWCEE along with company owner Stephen Gordon.

Stay tuned for more news from Flashtech. Visit https://www.flashtechlighting.com for more.

LIBERTYVILLE, IL (6.6.25) -Are your customers ready to feel their bass like never before? Featuring Hifonics premium ELITE Series subwoofers, each HEW Powered Subwoofer System produces deep, impactful bass that your customers won’t just hear — but feel. Have them embrace rich and higher-quality sound that brings audio to life with intensity and clarity!

Coming in 10, 8, and 6-inch Hifonics ELITE subwoofer sizes — HEW Powered Subwoofer Systems are designed for easy installation in smaller spaces and are perfect for those who seek LOUDER BASSgains without compromising vehicle room. With a built-in, powerful amplifier ready to pump out clean and high-impact bass straight out of the box, every subwoofer delivers on power, volume, and quality.

To learn more, click here.

WASHOUGAL, WA (06.05.25) – “Like our inaugural event last year this year turned out to be a party dealers didn’t want to miss. Area dealers came and joined us to take advantage of incredible deals, food & beverages and FUN!! We had several manufacturers on site that presented their products and answered all questions for attendees. Dealers also brought demo cars” Dave Gates related.

Continuing “At the Falcon HQ we had the same dealer turnout in Sunday and Monday equaling last year’s attendance. The weather was spectacular and the food was amazing. Kam said dealers were super excited and appreciative.”

AM Merchandising personnel in the house included Randy Harcourt and Todd Curley. AM Merchandising rep Nina Contreras from SiriusXM was onsite and dealers took advantage of the show special and a couple Tuners slid out the door.

Falcon Sales staff member on site included Dave Gates, Mikala Gates, Scott Chapin, Jorge Fornos, Kam Frisbee, Kevin Ridenor, Cole Hunter and Carrie Poteet. Falcon Sales reps will include Jason Hannon from Alpine, Colby Boeder from UTV Stereo, Brian Mitchell from Arc Audio and Jaysam Odeh from King Boxes. Dave Gates is Falcon Sales President.

The PowerSports category is hot and a wide selection of products were crankin’ up the volume on Side x Side that was loaded with UTV Stereo gear. Cody from UTV Stereo did quite a few demos and dealers were impressed. Gates also sold aState 6 Elite Kit to a customer at the show.

The Arc Audio Silverado was a standout as Brian Mitchell did many demos. Jason Hannon demoed the Alpine ‘68 Camaro convertible along with Tesla demos. Many dealers, including Stereo King, were very impressed. Many wanted to take the Camaro home. The live demo build on Sunday on the 2019 Street Glide with Diamond Audio amplifier, speakers and rear bag cut-in kit really received a lot of positive comments.

Jaysam Odeh-King Boxes traveled from Gadsden AL to be on site at the show. “It was a great show and Falcón and a AM do a great job with our enclosures. Kam was really excited showing our boxes to dealers that are fast movers up in the Northwest” Odeh stated.

Plans are already in process for the 2026 Dealer Show.

Visit falconsalesanddistribution.com and ammerchandising.com for more.

MARIETTA, GA (06.05.25) – Aquatic AV HG101 upgrade for 1989 through 2013 Harley Davidson Saddlebag 6×9″ speaker grill kit is ready for bikers that already have speakers and saddlebags. The saddlebag 6×9″ speaker grill kit is equipped with all necessary mounting parts to install 6×9” speakers in existing saddlebag lids.

The kit includes two flush mounted lid grills, one speaker, 1 speaker RGB wiring harness with mounting hardware and kit cut out template.

Vickers AV stocks all Hardy Davidson motorcycle products plus Aquatic AV Marine products also.

For more, contact Vickers AV at 800-365-6060 or vickersav.com

NEW YORK, NY (06.05.25) – SiriusXM and Pandora announced today that Latin-GRAMMY nominated, multi-platinum selling Colombian artist Manuel Turizo will headline SiriusXM and Pandora’s annual El Pulso event at Ice Palace Film Studios in Miami on Thursday, June 26.

SiriusXM y Pandora Presentan El Pulso con Manuel Turizo will feature the Latin hitmaker performing songs from his critically acclaimed fourth studio album, 201, alongside familiar hits and fan favorites. The special concert event is open to SiriusXM subscribers and Pandora listeners. Fans can RSVP for a chance to attend the show HERE.

“I’m looking forward to joining SiriusXM and Pandora’s El Pulso event and to play my new music for fans in this intimate setting,” said Manuel Turizo.

SiriusXM subscribers across North America will have the chance to experience Manuel Turizo’s exclusive performance for themselves on SiriusXM’s Hits Uno (ch. 151) on Friday, July 4 at 1:00 pm ET and SiriusXM’s Caliente (ch. 152) on Friday, July 4 at 7:00 pm ET. The concert will also be available on the SiriusXM app.

Sponsors of this exclusive show include Amazon, AT&T, Gatorlyte, Modelo Especial, The Glad Products Company and Wendy’s.

SiriusXM continues to showcase some of the biggest names in today’s Latin pop, reggaeton, dance and viral LatinX music through the dynamic Hits Uno and Caliente channels as well as a suite of music channels featuring everything from Música Mexicana to Latin rock and Latin jazz, plus live programming originating from SiriusXM’s Miami state of the art studios.

Since its launch in 2018 and 5 million+ listeners later, Pandora’s trendsetting El Pulso station has remained one of the platform’s top destinations for the latest in Latin music. Now in its eighth installment, the El Pulso live event brings that same vibrant energy to life with electrifying performances from the biggest names in the genre. Past performers include Ozuna, J Balvin, Becky G, Farruko, Zion & Lennox, Natti Natasha and more.

Eligible customers can get their first three months of SiriusXM for free. Click here to sign up and experience all that SiriusXM has to offer. See Offer Details.