Klipsch Partners with West Marine Pro to Offer Premium Audio Solutions

ELKHART, IN. (10.08.24) – Klipsch, the legendary American audio brand, announces an exclusive partnership with West Marine Pro, the wholesale division of leading retailer, West Marine. This strategic collaboration enables professional marine installers and upfitters to offer Klipsch’s marine-rated speakers and subwoofers, bringing an unmatched audio experience to boaters across the country.

Klipsch Adventure products are designed to withstand the harsh outdoor environment without compromising performance. The principles that have made Klipsch a world- renowned audio innovator—high efficiency, low distortion, controlled directivity, and flat frequency response—allow boaters to enjoy absolute clarity without interference from engines, winds, and waves.

Klipsch partners with West Marine Pro for premium audio solutions.

Since launching into the marine market, Klipsch has been exclusive to its OEM partners and unavailable for retail purchase by boaters. By joining forces with West Marine Pro, a trusted partner to professional marine audio installers, Klipsch can now provide a premium option for music lovers regardless of which boat brand they own.

“For years, we have received requests from Klipsch fans to make our marine audio system available directly to boaters,” remarks Rachel West, Marketing Director for Klipsch Adventure. “They hear the system on someone’s boat, and they want to rock Klipsch on their boat, too. We are thrilled to direct them to West Marine Pro for professional installation so they can take the Klipsch experience they love from their home to the water.”

Klipsch offered exclusive on water audio demos at the IBEX Show.

Klipsch recently offered exclusive on-water audio demos with world champion wake surfer Jett Lambert during the International Boatbuilders; Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) in Tampa, Florida, held on October 1-2, 2024, aboard a MasterCraft wake surf boat.

World Champion wake surfer Jett Lambert was in the Klipsch booth at the IBEX Show.

With over 232 locations West Marine is the largest specialty retailer of boating supplies and accessories. West Marine Pro is exclusive to installers and wholesalers. New offerings will be available in the coming weeks at pro.westmarine.com. For more information on the Klipsch marine audio system, visit klipschmarine.com.

Tint World® Extends Franchise Times Top 400 Streak With Eighth Straight Ranking

BOCA RATON, Fla. — (10.08.24) — Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, has been named to the annual Franchise Times Top 400 list of the country’s biggest brands for the eighth consecutive year.

The Franchise Times Top 400 is an exclusive annual ranking of the largest U.S.-based franchise systems by global systemwide sales. The project is the result of a five-month research and reporting effort that leads to the most credible and objective franchise ranking available, according to Franchise Times Editor-in-Chief Laura Michaels.

“Tint World’s innovative, repeatable franchise system and ongoing support have powered our success,” said Robert Harman, co-owner of the thriving Tint World store in Wilmington, N.C. “It’s set up to help people grow their business. With the number of profit centers available and the level of training and support they provide, you’re only limited by your drive and imagination. If you commit to the system, it can be a money-making juggernaut.”

The fastest-growing national automotive styling franchise has opened 14 new locations and entered three new states in 2024. A record 22 Tint World locations earned at least $1 million in 2023, with three topping the $2 million mark.

Tint World continues to experience strong growth, driven by strategic partnerships with leading global brands such as XPEL, Transitiv, and Netsertive, as well as the addition of key leadership hires. These collaborations have further strengthened Tint World’s ability to deliver innovative services and strengthened its position in the industry.

“The energy and drive to succeed across our brand, from our leadership team to each individual franchise owner, is incredible,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “With our unmatched lineup of premium automotive products and services, along with the training and systems we’ve built, our franchisees have everything they need to keep growing year after year.”

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio and video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, and more. Tint World is a leading provider of residential, commercial and marine computerized window tinting and security film services, operating locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, with franchise opportunities available worldwide.

12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (10.05.24) 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 291st time on Friday morning on October 4th. The Wheel landed on the Massive Audio space and the DAW Discount Audio and Wheels 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 will reach out to the winning retailer in Paramount CA and let them know a cool Massive Audio prize product will be headed their way.

Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 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, RDV, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, THINKWARE, Race Sport Lighting, EBS Audio, King Boxes, Lids-On-Demnd and Massive Audio. 12volt News $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 and Build’s By Paul in Litchfield AZ

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 292 on Friday, October 11th.

Santa Fe Auto Sound Acquires Kansas City Car Stereo Thus Expanding To Three Locations Serving the Greater Kansas City Area

KANSAS CITY, MO (10.04.24) – Santa Fe Auto Sound, a trusted leader in car audio and electronics in the greater Kansas City area since 1967, is proud to announce the acquisition of Kansas City Car Stereo, a well-established business with over 30 years of experience in the industry. Known previously as Max Speed and Sound, Kansas City Car Stereo has long been a staple for car audio enthusiasts, providing top-notch service and products to customers across the region.

Santa Fe staff members routinely place vehicles out front of the store that have worked done. The social media posts are multiple panel posts showcasing the custom installation work completed for the customer.

With this acquisition, Santa Fe Auto Sound expands its footprint, now offering three convenient locations to better serve Kansas City and surrounding areas. The three locations include:7206 North Oak Trafficway, Gladstone, Missouri 64118, 8201 Lowell Ave, Overland Park, Kansas 66204 and 1113 NW Chrisman Farm Road, Suite C, Grain Valley, Missouri 64029.

The Gladstone location has eye-catching graphics with visibility from the street.
The new Green Valley location shines from the street.

“We’re excited to welcome Kansas City Car Stereo into the Santa Fe Auto Sound family,” said Ryan Arvidson, President of Santa Fe Auto Sound. “This merger allows us to bring our renowned customer service and expertise to even more people in the Kansas City metro, continuing our legacy of providing high-quality car audio solutions.”

Santa Fe Auto Sound’s new from the ground up location in Grain Valley will celebrate the Grand Opening on Saturday, October 5th from 11AM until 5PM. The location’s showroom and expansive installation area will be spotlighted along with demo vehicles. There will also be multiple giveaways including a loaded Kenwood dual 12” subwoofer enclosure with amplifier and installation valued at over $1000.

For more information about the acquisition or to schedule an appointment at any of the new locations, please visit www.santafeautosound.com or call 913-649-8500 Overland Park, KS, 816-468-4689 Gladstone, MO or816-579-1113 Grain Valley, MO.

JVCKENWOOD Canada Appoints Dave MacKinnon as Ontario Region Sales Representative for Car Audio

MISSISSAUGA, ON (10.04.24) – JVCKENWOOD Canada (JKCA) is pleased to announce Dave MacKinnon as Ontario Sales Representative for the Mobility & Telematics Division, serving JVC and KENWOOD car audio dealers across Ontario. 

With an extensive background in installation, technical support, sales, and product development, Dave has also published over 1,000 articles reviewing car audio products and technologies. He is well-known and well-respected in the industry and will be an asset to the JVCKENWOOD Canada team. 

“Dave MacKinnon is considered a Car Audio Guru in Canada and beyond,” said Glen Swackhamer, Vice President, Mobility & Telematics Division at JVCKENWOOD Canada Inc. “He is an incredible addition to our team and will be a key component for future growth of the JVCKENWOOD Automotive Sector.” 

Dave MacKinnon will be stepping into the position currently held by Dan Berry, the long-time Ontario Region Sales Representative, who is set to retire. To ensure a seamless transition, there will be a period of overlap between the two. 

Visit www.ca.jvckenwood.com for more.

Driven Distribution Platform Acquires Chicago Parts & Sound

FORT SMITH, AR (10.04.24) – Driven Distribution, LLC (“Driven Distribution”), a warehouse distributor of automotive aftermarket hard parts, consumables, and accessories backed by HCI Equity Partners (“HCI”) announced that it has acquired the auto parts and accessories distribution business of Chicago Parts & Sound (“CPS” or the “Company”). Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. This transaction marks the second transaction in the Driven Distribution platform, following the recapitalization of Tri-State Enterprises, Inc. (“Tri-State”) in November 2023. 

Based in Elk Grove Village, IL, with additional locations in Illinois and Wisconsin, Chicago Parts & Sound is a warehouse distributor focused on automotive aftermarket parts, batteries, consumables, and accessories. The Company serves auto dealerships, independent repair shops, municipalities / governments, and company fleets. 

Chicago Parts & Sound was founded in 1978 and acquired by Bob and Jackie Lederer in 2002. Since then, CPS has had a tremendous track record of success built by providing excellent, value-added products and services to its clients in addition to completing several acquisitions. Bob and Jackie are reinvesting in the Driven Distribution platform as part of the transaction and will separately continue to own and operate Police Department Systems (police and emergency vehicle upfitting services) and Coachcraft & Precision Services (specialty auto restoration services). 

Bob Lederer, Co-Owner of CPS, said, “the history of Tri-State Enterprises is in many ways parallel to that of CPS – just in a different part of the country. Opportunities to combine businesses of such similar backgrounds, ideologies, culture, and customer focus make tremendous sense for all stakeholders in each company.” 

“We are extremely impressed with the stellar business and established market reputation Bob and Jackie Lederer have built over the past 22 years. The combination of CPS and Tri-State as part of the Driven Distribution platform will enable us to expand our resources and capabilities to better serve our employees and customers,” said Tristan Taylor, CEO of Tri-State. 

Scott Gibaratz, Partner at HCI, said “we are thrilled to welcome the CPS team to the Driven Distribution platform. Consistent with our original platform thesis, CPS represents a geographically strategic beachhead in the Midwest and is a great complement to Tri-State’s existing product categories. We look forward to working together to achieve our shared vision for growth.” 

Dickinson Wright PLLC served as legal counsel to Driven Distribution and HCI. 

Visit www.etristate.com and www.hciequity.com for more.

The Musway KIA On The Road With Joseph Norton Behind The Wheel

RICHMOND, VA (10.03.24) – The Musway KIA 3-week tour began in Richmond, VA on Monday, September 30th as Joseph Norton picked up the Musway KIA that was trucked in from California.From there, Norton’s plan was to head south down the East Coast with many stops along the way to work with area reps and their dealers. Richmond, Raleigh, Atlanta, Tampa and Houston are the scheduled center points for each tour stop. There is a scheduled stop in Birmingham October 12 and 13th at the Car Audio championships. After the trip along the East Coast from Florida the tour’s last stop will be the 21st through the 25th in Houston.

The Musway KIA Tour announcement was highlighted with this image.
It was a big thumbs up at Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville on Monday. Joseph Norton and John Gray from RPM flank Mike Bartells and Brian Schurg (LtoR).
Joseph Norton in the background after the KIA demo with a crew at Premier Autosound in Chesapeake, VA.

“The first 3 days on the road with the Musway KIA have been super… very productive stops with dealers in Mechanicsville, Chesapeake, North Chesterfield, Richmond and Winchester that RPM’s John Gray scheduled on this leg of the tour. Miles between too. The dealers have all been very impressed with the in-vehicles demos and custom installation. The tracks we are playing bring out the best in the music with a wide range and staging. All definitely have smiles with some goosebumps also” Norton stated.

It’s a big thumbs up at Car Toyz in North Chesterfield as owner Chris trailer and shop manager Jamie Elliot give a big thumbs up with Joseph and John in the foreground on Day-2.
The last stop on Day 2 was that Auto Image in Richmond VA.
At Auto Image Owner Anthony Davis along with Shop Manager KC Ashberry and Corbin in sales had demos in the KIA. Anthony looks forward to having Corbin work with the Musway team on learning more about DSP.

Continuing, “Another very positive at each stop has been the fact that dealers really appreciate seeing a factory on the road for a person to person engagement. The one-on-one presentation of the Musway lineup is also on point. The listening experience in the vehicle has been an added bonus for them.”

During the first three days of the tour, there was some impact of rain in the Virginia area from hurricane Helene.

Stay tuned for more as the Musway KIA tour continues through Houston the last week of the month.

Visit muswayusa.com for more.

Garmin Unveils New Fusion Apollo Marine Speakers and Subwoofers

OLATHE, KS (10.03.24) – Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world’s most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, today announced the new Fusion Apollo™ Marine Speakers and Subwoofers that merge crystal-clear, premium sound quality with enhanced visual features. For a superior onboard entertainment experience, the Apollo speakers and subwoofers boast dual-hue LED lighting rings and easily interchangeable grilles to match any boat’s design.

“We’re excited to expand our award-winning Apollo series with new speakers and subwoofers that allow boaters to hear their music louder and clearer than ever before. Blending style and substance, the Apollo series has been redesigned to offer an exceptional audio experience with an attractive new look and feel that’s easy to customize and install.” –Dan Bartel, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Sales Audio excellence

Garmin is on site at the IBEX Show in Tampa… Booth 3-2019

The Apollo speakers and subwoofers are engineered to produce premium and engaging audio at higher volumes, thanks to an updated motor design and a new composite material. The coaxial speakers deliver high-fidelity sound throughout the audio curve, while the subwoofers bring crystal-clear premium bass to boaters who want to feel their music.

For superior performance, users can easily integrate their Apollo speakers and subwoofers with Fusion stereos and amplifiers (sold separately) to experience the maximum listening volume with minimal distortion. Fusion products are designed to work together as an optimized ecosystem and can be controlled from a compatible Garmin smartwatch or smartphone using the Fusion Audio App.

Combinations to fit any style

The Apollo series stands out from other speakers and subwoofers on the market with removable grilles, dual-hue LED lighting rings and a distinct hexagonal-shaped tweeter that provides a sleek, unique-looking sound source. Boaters can customize the look with easily interchangeable grilles offered in sports white or sports gray, or the optional shielded white or shielded gray (sold separately). The grilles are easy to install and have a seamless finish without visible screws.

With new dual LED lighting rings, the Apollo speakers and subwoofers provide users with an extraordinary spectrum of color – from soft pastels to vibrant hues – to match their mood or music. Accent lighting is bright yet elegant and understated with support for traditional red, green and blue LEDs in addition to cool white or warm white. Integrate with the Garmin Spectra™ LED control modules for full LED illumination control from a compatible Garmin chartplotter or the ActiveCaptain app on a smartphone.

The Apollo series includes a variety of size options that suit the needs of any boat type, with the coaxial marine speakers available in 6.5”, 7.7” and 8.8” models and the premium marine subwoofers available in 10” and 12” designs.

Superior marinized durability

Engineered to perform year after year, the Apollo series speakers and subwoofers are rated to IP66 and IP67 for dust and water protection, with ISO12216 compliance in pressure and water tightness tests. They’re built to withstand dust, salt fog, temperature, vibration and UV rays, giving boaters confidence that their speakers and subwoofers will stand the test of time. The full range also includes a 3-year consumer warranty.

All Apollo series speakers and subwoofers utilize new embedded plug-and-play, water-resistant connectors that meet industry standards (ABYC) for simplified aftermarket and OEM installation and enhanced protection against the elements.

The Fusion Apollo speakers and subwoofers have suggested retail prices ranging from $549.99 to $949.99. Visit garmin.com/fusion to learn more about the Apollo series and its seamless integration with Garmin marine electronics.

This article originated from garmin.com.

NAV-TV Remains In The Aftermarket Under New Management

CORAL SPRINGS, FL (10.03.24) – NAV-TV’s aftermarket division (brand and assets) has been purchased and the company will continue offering its customers the same outstanding support, service and product quality it has always been known for. Development of exciting new products has picked up right where they left off. General manager of mObridge, Fraser Ryan will be managing the NAV-TV brand going forward.

NAV-TV Corp CEO Moni Melman said “The NAV-TV brand has been synonymous with cutting edge infotainment integration since its very early days 25 years ago. I trust the new management will continue our tradition of innovation and top notch customer service. I would like to thank our thousands of loyal customers throughout the years for your trust and support, it’s been an awesome ride!”
NAV-TV General Manager, and industry stalwart Tony Yankovsky, said “this deal ensures the future supply of all current NAV-TV products, as well as the products we distribute, such as BlackVue, for all of our loyal customers who have been using and installing NAV-TV products for over two decades.”

Tony also said “Our customers will soon be able to order all product lines, and their orders will be seamlessly shipped from our Florida and/or California warehouses, for the convenience of our customers on both coasts.”

Fraser Ryan, said “this is an exciting development as we have a long-term view of the market and an absolute focus on investing in innovative new products for the future. NAV-TV is famous for its industry leading integration components. We all know that integration is becoming more and more important. I am very excited to be a part of the best integration team in the 12v industry. There will truly be no rival to the next generation of our products.”

Visit nav-tv.com for more.

Sylvester Electronics Is Ready For The 2024 Remote Start Season

CUMBERLAND, RI (10.02.24) – Sylvester Electronics, a Wholesale Electronics Distributor since 1976, is a leading B2B provider of remote start systems and accessories across the northeast.

As the 2024 remote starter season is set to begin Sylvester Electronics is inviting all retail dealers who install and service remote starters to visit its ‘Remote Starter Showcase’ to see the company’s selection of products from manufacturers such as Astrostart, Avital, Audiovox, AutoMate, Carlink, Crimestopper, Directed, Excalibur, Fortin, Flash Logic, iDatalink, iDatastart, Midcity Engineering, Omega R&D, Prestige, Pursuit and Python.

“Dealers are now checking their product selection and inventory. Today there are so many products dealers can offer consumers as aftermarket upgrades. Seat heaters is a companion product for remote starters and we have the Rostra line in stock. In-vehicle connectivity products, along with dash cams, are all in stock” Tom Sylvester related.

Rostra seat heaters are available several models.

The Sylvester Electronics showroom features a wide variety of remote start systems and accessories, including Remote Starters, Interfaces, Telematics, RF Transmitter Kits, T-Harness, Keyless Entry and more.

Sylvester Electronics is committed to providing its customers with the highest quality products and services. The ‘Remote Start Showcase’ is located at https://sylves.com/category/security-remote-start_337/

“We are excited to welcome remote start dealers to check out our selection. We have a wide selection of products to choose from and our team of experienced professionals is here and ready to help dealers make the right decision for their needs” Sylvester concluded.

Visit sylves.com for more.