OKLAHOMA CITY, OK (12.30.2019) – Jackie Cooper Electronics utilized a 12 Days of Christmas social media campaign to connect with consumers during the last half of December.
Beginning on Monday, December 9th, a new 12 Days of Christmas graphic was created and posted each day that highlighted a new product offer. A gift certificate was featured for gift giving. A $100 gift certificate was actually worth $125 to the recipient.
A image with examples of the daily 12 Days of Christmas posts.
Jill Splitt, who handles the JCE social media posts, created and posted a new 12 Days of Christmas post each day of the campaign. Splitt stated “Our goal was to create visibility for the wide range of products we offer. The idea of the gift certificate was that the person receiving the gift certificate could choose their own gift. A $300 gift certificate was actually worth $375 to the recipient.”
Examples of 12 Days of Christmas posts.
Products featured in the posts included window tint, Alpine and Kenwood receivers, Viper alarm, JL Audio Stealth enclosure, Wet Sounds Tower Speakers, Backup Camera, Hood paint protection and Escort Radar Detector.
Posts like this grab followers’ attention while creating branding for JCE.
In a phone call to Jackie Cooper Electronics on Thursday, following Christmas, Jill stated “We have been so busy. December has been a very strong month. We feel the social media campaign, with the daily offers, did a lot to put our company’s name in front of consumers and create store traffic.”
Members of the JCE Team had some fun posting this image for Halloween.
Donnie Chaffin runs the day-to-day operations at JCE. The company, that offers a wide range of mobile electronics products plus commercial window tint, has been a leading 12volt retailer in the OKC area for over 5 decades. Jill Splitt is Donnie’s sister and a member of the very talented Team at JCE.
RINGWOOD, IL. (12.30.2019) – Race Sport Lighting will recognize their top performing dealers, distributors, and sales representatives at their Annual Meeting held on Monday, January 6th, during The CES Show in Las Vegas. Winners will be announced in the coming weeks leading up to CES.
Here are this year’s award categories:
Dealer of the Year
Rep Firm of the Year
Distributor of the Year
Tint World Dealer of the Year
MESA Dealer of the Year
The AAM Group Distributor of the Year
The meeting will also include a rep calibration training. This training will update the Race Sport Lighting sales force on industry trends and deep dive specifically into the lighting category. The training also will cover new technologies and tools Race Sport Lighting will be equipping their reps with in 2020 to continue to deliver valuable assistance to their dealers and distributing partners.
NEW PRODUCTS AT CES
Race Sport will also be releasing three new products at CES. Namely, their new “chasing” LED strips (RS5M5050IP68-C), mini LED spotlights (RS10WMP-S, RS10WMP-F, RS2LED3120), and 7 inch round headlight conversion with multi-color LED accents (RS7RGBBC).
CHATSWORTH, CA (12.30.2019) – CRUX has introduced the CSS-41 – a universal 4 channel video switcher made for front, rear, & side-view cameras for OEM & aftermarket infotainment systems.
UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY: The CRUX CSS-41 is designed to allow for universal compatibility with aftermarket & factory systems (OEM requires interface)
Key Features:
4 camera inputs
Automatic left and right turn signal triggering
Automatic backup to front camera switching
Includes an RF remote control for force viewing of the cameras
SHREVEPORT, LA (12.27.2019) – The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Just over a month ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.
Spinning out a new winner each Friday a 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.
James Halter, Stereo & Video Center in Tyler TX, shown with the CRUX gear he won when the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the first time in October 2018.
12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, Cadence, PowerBass, Sony, CRUX, Quantum, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, Hypnotic Audio, PPI, db Drive, JBL and Image Dynamics. SpellBrite, a manufacturer of in-store signage, also has a space. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a winning 12volt retailer.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolls each Friday morning at 10AM in the 12volt Central Studios video suite.
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 and Badlands Customs. Congratulations to all.
Pete Muller, with a happy smile on his face, holds the Cadence subs in front of the display board in his Tint World Orlando Store.
Today let’s have some fun. The next spin of the 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel is today, December 27th.
Want to enter for future spins? It’s easy – when making an Instagram post include the hashtag #12voltspin. A slip for your company will be added to the slips in the jar.
This collage shows happy 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Winners with their prizes from SONY, db Drive, Directed and the 12volt News.
This collage shows winners with their products including Kicker, db Drive, SiriusXM, and Wet Sounds.
With 18 chances to WIN, the 12Volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is ready to shower a lucky weekly winner with one of the cool prizes.
A big 12volt News ’Thank You’ to our manufacturer partners participating in the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel each week.
WTF…Win This Friday. THAT’S TODAY December 27th! The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolls each Friday morning at 10 AM. When making your store’s posts to Instagram make sure to #12voltspin to make sure your store has a slip in the jar.
Stay tuned to 12voltnews.com on the web and @12voltnews on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for 12volt Spin-To-Win winner announcements every Friday!
SEATTLE, WA (12.27.2019) – The 8th Annual PNWMEE, featuring Mobile Electronics, is set for May 5th – 7th at the Doubletree by Hilton at South Center in Seattle WA.
Mark Giovannetti, speaking for the organizing group, stated, “Based on the very positive feedback from 12volt specialists who attended the 2 days of trainings, vendor exhibits and show vehicles earlier this year we anticipate an even bigger turnout come the Spring of 2020.”
Attendees shown picking up badges at the 7th Annual PNWCEE on April 24th, 2019.
The Doubletree venue has agreed to allow show vehicles to be placed on the large grass area out front at the 8th Annual PNWMEE. Vendors who participated at previous expos will have priority access on the show floor in terms of larger booth space availability.
As an added benefit for attendees the Doubletree has agreed to offer suites at a discounted rate of $129. and that will include a complimentary breakfast for 2 people per room.
“With the addition of the larger outdoor area we will have the opportunity to have even more show cars at the May event. May 5th-7th, Tuesday through Thursday, are the dates and we look forward to seeing a record turnout at the upcoming 8th Annual PNWMEE,” Giovannetti concluded.
HOLLY HILL, FL (12.26.2019) – Metra Electronics announces new motorcycle products and a universal lighting accessory from Saddle Tramp. A new audio speaker grille is a universal fit for all motorcycle brands, while the lower fairing speaker pods are designed specifically to expand a wide range of popular Harley-Davidson models to utilize aftermarket speakers. For safety and style, new LED handlebar indicator lights increase visibility with dual-color LEDs that fit 0.75” to 0.875” universal handlebars. These new products will join Saddle Tramp’s growing lineup of motorcycle accessories and will be on display at CES with Metra Electronics.
Universal Motorcycle Speaker Grille (BC-SPG) Expand any motorcycle’s sound system to utilize full size 6.5” or 6.75” aftermarket speakers. ● 6.5” to 6.75” universal speaker grille ● Metal mesh grille with matte black finish ● This is the same grille supplied with BC-HDLFP ● Sold in pairs and includes mounting hardware
Harley-Davidson Lower Fairing Speaker Pod (BC-HDLFPP) Expand the sound system in Harley-Davidson 2014-up* motorcycles to utilize full size 6.5” or 6.75” aftermarket speakers with lower fairing speaker pods that will maximize the bass response. ● Includes ported enclosure and tunes to maximize bass response ● Fits 6.5” to 6.75” speakers for Harley-Davidson 2014-Up* ● Fits OEM and Saddle Tramp* lower fairings BC-HDLFSP2 ● Does not apply to models with Twin-Cooled engines ● Sold in pairs and includes mounting hardware
Harley-Davidson Lower Fairing Speaker Assembly (BC-HDLFSP2) Upgrade to 6.5” aftermarket speakers in the lower vented fairing with a speaker assembly kit that provides a factory-fit and finish. ● Lower vented fairing with grilles for a 6.5” speaker ● Fits air-cooled Harley-Davidson Touring models, 1997- up* Road King, Street Glide and Electra Glide as well as all Road Glide Air-Cooled models with OE style highway bars ● Color-matched to Harley-Davidson’s vivid black ● Sold in pairs, (includes left and right), with mounting hardware included ● Does not fit mustache style highway bars
Handlebar End LED Indicators (BC-HBTS) Low-profile handlebar end LED lights increase the visibility of motorcycle riders without adding bulk to the vehicle. The dual-color LED lights illuminate bright white as daytime running lights and turn amber for turn signal indicators. These universal lights fit handlebars with a diameter between .75” up to 0.875”. ● Dual-color (amber turn/white running) ● Fits .75” up to 0.875” bar (inner diameter) ● (12) LEDs (6 amber/6 white) ● Aluminum housing with polycarbonate lens
These new products will be shipping soon and can be seen on display at CES and at MetraPowerSports.com starting January 7, 2020. Metra Electronics will be at CES from January 7-10, 2020, at booth 5211 in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center showcasing products from their 12volt brands and at booth 11435 in the Central Hall with Metra Home Theater Group, showcasing AV and security solutions.
MEMPHIS, TN (12.26.2019) – Memphis Audio will be bringing CES to the Hard Rock Hotel Las Vegas in 2020. For the first time in decades Memphis will be moving off the show floor to a VIP Suite in the Hard Rock hotel to host their own event for 12 Volt industry members. The suite will be open to visitors Monday January 6th, the day before CES permitting early visitors to lock in early bird discounts from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. The suite will remain open for business from Tuesday, January 7th – Thursday, January 9th from 8:00 am – 7:30 pm.
Take a break for the hustle and bustle of the show and relax at the Memphis VIP suite while learning about all the new product offerings from Memphis. On display will be an assortment of new items and proven winners guaranteed to be hits in 2020. Learn more about Memphis Audio’s complete line of direct fit OEM solutions for side-by-sides, Harley Davidson motorcycles and Toyota vehicles. Memphis will be demonstrating several products including the innovative MXAMCAPP hideaway media center which has been creating a buzz and opening up a world of possibilities for the powersports, marine and classic car industries. Memphis will also be detailing the technology behind their new game changing VIV SixFive Series subwoofer featuring a massive 7.5” voice coil. Get a first look at the new M-Series MB dual impedance subwoofer line which features selectable impedance technology. This new innovative feature allows the subwoofer to operate as either a true 2Ω or 4Ω impedance subwoofer allowing dealers to stock only a single SKU significantly lowering inventory costs and allowing for easy future upgrades and expansion of any audio system.
A new in-store PowerSports Audio display will be unveiled along with a display program. Check it out at the Hard Rock Hotel.
Meals & Deals will be provided meaning anyone who visits the suite will be treated like a VIP with food and drink while they discuss the deep discounts available exclusively at the event. Stop by for breakfast, lunch or dinner time snacks & cocktails. There will be a VIP bar open all day so stop in for Bloody Marys before the show (hey, it’s Vegas) or cocktails in the evening. The bar will be open all day for anyone needing a space to unwind and take a break from a busy day at the show. Don’t miss this opportunity to save big, these are serious savings available only at this event so stop by and stock-up. Along with deals and discounts, all attendees will be given a door prize just for attending while supplies last.
“We love seeing all the industry partners at CES every year, but our focus in recent years has been to grow the SEMA show into our primary trade show. CES has evolved away from the 12 volt industry but Memphis hasn’t. Instead of spending money on show space in the North Hall, we wanted to invest the money into our current and prospective dealers and give them a destination where they can be treated like VIP’s. We want everyone to enjoy themselves while talking shop and learning about the innovative product offerings and services Memphis provides to dealers and discuss how we can all make big money together in 2020. We look forward to seeing everyone in Vegas!” said Nick LoMonaco, president of Memphis Audio.
The new VIV Six Five Series Subwoofer (L) will be on display in the Hard Rock Hotel Memphis Audio Suite along with new PowerSports Kits (C) and SXS Roof Audio Systems (R).
Walk-in visitors are welcome, but appointments are recommended to lock in your free door prize and enter to win the grand prize giveaway of over $1000 in prizes. Contact your Memphis rep today or call 800-489-2300 to make your appointment and guarantee yourself a door prize and a chance to win.
Memphis suite attendees will need to visit the Casino Tower at the Hard Rock Hotel. Memphis is in the Celebrity Suite. Access to the suite can be found by going to the elevator near the Dunkin’ Donuts in the Hard Rock Hotel. Tell the Security guard at the elevator that you are there to see Memphis Audio and you will be on your way to a good deals, good food and good times with Memphis.
Location: Hardrock Hotel Celebrity Suite in the Casino Tower.
Elevator Access: Near Dunkin’ Donuts in the Hard Rock
Scheduled Suite Hours:
Monday January 6th: 10:00am-6:00pm (One day before show hall opens)
Tuesday January 7th – Thursday January 9th: 8:00am-7:30pm (Open Late after the show ends)
Contact: 800-489-2300 to schedule appointment or with any questions
LAS VEGAS, NV (12.26.2019) – Eton Car Audio of Germany, has announced that their new, RSX 80, premium 3.2” Component ‘Point Source’ system, is now shipping. Designed to offer drop-in solutions for a wide array of dash-mount applications, including Jeep, Dodge Ram and Lexus vehicles, it also will fit numerous other dash-applications, and any vehicle that uses standard 3.5” dash or door speaker size.
Eton is recognized as one of the premier, Hi-Fi component driver manufacturers and has received numerous stellar reviews from leading European hi-fi magazines for many years. This new RSX system represent their latest, advanced technology mobile system, featuring new, edge-damped, 15mm Aluminum dome tweeter, delivering flat-response out well beyond 25 kHz.
The RSX series complements both their array of highly-regarded Component systems and their unique ‘Upgrade’ OEM systems and Coaxial systems, for BMW, Mini Cooper, Range Rover, VW and recently introduced, Mercedes Neo motor,‘FrontBass’ platforms, all of which are all designed, engineered and manufactured in their State-of-the-Art factory Neu Ulm Germany.
In addition, the RSX employs a low-profile, vented, cast-alloy frame, with bi-amp inputs, needed for use with the outboard crossovers, and for DSP fully active systems. It also hosts an array of advanced, cutting-edge, home audio driver technologies, including compact, 25mm Neo motor, and feature Eton’s proprietary, Carbon Fiber, foam-core, 3-layer, composite sandwich cone, as used in their highly regarded ‘RSR’ component mid-driver and systems. This advanced cone technology offers exceptional stiffness-to-mass ratio, in addition to being extremely well-damped, to minimize any typical cone-induced distortion modes.
The RSX 80 component system, which includes both premium outboard Crossovers, and also unique, 3.5 inch multi-mount adaptor plate, carries MSRP of $550, and $449.95 Minimum Resale Price (MRP).
Eton is now shipping products from three (3), strategically located, US regional warehouses, to provide upscale 12V Retailers ideal ‘JIT’ delivery to majority of domestic major markets.
Retailers who will be attending CES and or who are interested in setting up a meeting, or simply learning more about this exciting opportunity to offer this unique brand, are invited to contact AMG at (310) 941-2171, or send email to Eton AMG at; Matto@Audiomobile.net for additional information.
DETROIT, MI (12.26.2019) – General Motors is bringing a new way to listen to music, sports and talk shows to nearly 1 million Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac owners with SiriusXM with 360L. Available on select 2020 model year vehicles, the rollout is the broadest integration by any automaker of SiriusXM’s next generation listening experience.
SiriusXM with 360L represents the future of in-vehicle audio entertainment. The new platform and easy-to-use interface delivers content via both satellite and streaming to give drivers and their passengers more than 200 live SiriusXM channels, plus the ability to make on-demand programming choices from a library of more than 10,000 hours of SiriusXM content – including SiriusXM exclusive interviews, shows and performances. SiriusXM with 360L’s “For You” recommendations also make it easier to find the programming that drivers and passengers love.
“Whether on a road trip, dropping off the kids at school or on their daily commute, drivers can get more choice in entertainment with our embedded SiriusXM with 360L experience,” said Santiago Chamorro, vice president for Global Connected Services, GM. “By bringing SiriusXM with 360L to nearly 1 million drivers, we are making it easier than ever for our customers to listen to their favorite SiriusXM channels or on-demand content.”
Additionally, Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac drivers in the United States with a Remote Access Plan can now set up their SiriusXM “Favorites” through the myChevrolet, myBuick, myGMC or myCadillac mobile apps1 – even if they’re not in the vehicle – and the selections will sync to the infotainment system.
Drivers can also check and manage their SiriusXM subscription right from their myChevrolet, myBuick, myGMC or myCadillac mobile app. A three-month subscription to SiriusXM All Access is included for customers who purchase equipped 2020 vehicle models, meaning those customers can enjoy the benefits of SiriusXM in the vehicle, and also listen outside the vehicle on the SiriusXM app. Customers can also download the SiriusXM app through their myChevrolet, myBuick, myGMC or myCadillac mobile app.
“General Motors has always been a leader in delivering innovative technology to their customers and our SiriusXM with 360L platform is a great example of this,” said Steve Cook, EVP, Sales and Automotive, for SiriusXM. “SiriusXM with 360L transforms the way we listen to audio in the car by marrying our satellite network to embedded connectivity in vehicles. This allows for significantly more channels and choices than ever before while also making it easier than ever for our subscribers to find and listen to what they want to hear. This truly changes the way people will expect to be entertained in the car.”
The benefits of SiriusXM with 360L include:
More variety
More channels available to listeners, including many of SiriusXM’s exclusive streaming channels.
Access to 10,000 hours of on-demand SiriusXM exclusive shows, interviews, and events in the car, giving listeners more of what they want, when they want to hear it.
Enhanced sports play-by-play offering that makes it easier to find the listener’s favorite team when it is game time, and gives them access to the official broadcasts for more pro and college teams.
A more personalized experience
Smart content recommendations enable listeners to discover more of what they love, based on listening habits, and it is all served up on screen in an easy to use way.
Individual vehicle profiles allow multiple drivers and passengers to customize and maintain their own presets and favorites.
Ease of use
Dynamic user interface allows for easy navigation between satellite and streaming channels and SiriusXM On Demand content.
Drivers and passengers sit back and let “For You” recommendations serve up great content choices.
SiriusXM with 360L will be available on 13 Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac model year 2020 vehicles. A Connected Access plan and a SiriusXM All Access or SiriusXM Select subscription is required to experience the benefits of SiriusXM with 360L. More information about vehicle eligibility will be shared as the vehicles hit dealer lots.
GOODLETTSVILLE, TN (12.24.2019) – MECA Car Audio wrapped up the 2019 competition season with an emphasis on events geared to giving back to the community.
Steve Stern, MECA Commish, stated, “One of the best things about MECA’s club and contests is that we are involved with local, regional, and sometimes national charities. MECA was affiliated with 21 events in 2019 that donated money, time, and toys to benefit various local communities. Our Event Directors and Judges donate their time, too, which benefits the overall outcome of the events. As we conclude the year, and get ready for the “winter break,” the MECA club has been involved with 8 Toy Drives, most associated with the Marines Toys For Tots program.”
Dottie Buck shows some of the toys donated for Roy’s Kids during the Audio Anarchy MECA event in Shreveport LA on Saturday December 21st.
The Audio Anarchy ‘Santa’s Sleigh Shaking Toy Drive’ event brightened Christmas for children and dogs. Brandon Buck, company owner, offered, “Our event on Saturday, December 21st, gave MECA members an opportunity to show off and crank up their systems in the SPL Smackdown. Donations of Christmas toys for children, along with food donations for a big dog rescue organization, all came together for a great event.”
Dottie Buck commented “The children’s toys will be delivered to Roy’s Kids for Christmas giving. Over 100 pounds of dog food, toys and dog beds will be delivered to Saved by Grace Animal Rescue. The organization focuses on taking care of and finding homes for large dogs.”
Steve Stern (L) pictured after a Crusin’ For Breast Cancer Cure event benefitting the Susan G Komen initiative.
“Thanks to our dedicated Members who support, participate, and more often than not, initiate our charity events. The car audio community consistently demonstrates MECA’s involvement in worthwhile projects and events. These events highlight our sport and the people who take the time to contribute to the common good. Our Manufacturer Members often donate products and swag for fund-raisers that elevate our participation. Our Retail Members are the backbone of our program, acting as hosts and sponsors for these events,” Stern related.
Concluding, Stern offered, “As our organization begins it’s 22nd season, and continues to grow, we renew our dedication to community service. We invite all those who would like to bring MECA contests to their area. We can fortify the image and impact of the car audio community. The more the merrier, especially during the holiday season.”
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