The Extreme Concepts Wins RDV Prize On The 12volt Spin-To-Win 276

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12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (06.15.24) 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 276th time on Friday morning June 14th. The Wheel landed on the RDV space and the Extreme Concepts slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted. We willl let John Velez know the news.

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We reached out to the lucky winning retailer in Albertville AL with the news. Shawn Patel was very happy to hear the news. Shawn saidsubs are the hottest category now as all are Jammin’ N June.

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, NavAtlas, RDV, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, THINKWARE, Race Sport Lighting, Maximum Power, AlloyGator, King Boxes 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 and The Sound Shop in Chino CA.

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 277 on Friday, June 21st.

Crossover Marketing Tours The Kicker HQ In Stillwater, OK

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STILLWATER, OK (06.14.24) – The Crossover Marketing Group team traveled from the Pacific Northwest to KICKER’s World Tour for a tour, meetings and to set future plans to drive business in the territory. Crossover Marketing Group joined the KICKER rep network on June 1st to cover Oregon, Washington and Alaska. The Crossover Team members Rob Sutton, Sam Sutton, Zach Vanatta and Jack Pilat.

A selfie in front of KICKER HQ with Paul Pilat, Zach Vanatta, Sam Sutton, and Rob Sutton (L to R).
The Crossover Marketing team flank Tracy Focht out front of the KICKER UnMasked Studio.

Tracy Focht, KICKER Western Regional Sales Manager, related. We invited the Crossover team to Stillwater to meet and greet all at the HQ along with a tour of the World HQ. They are such a great group of guys. They were here from Monday through Wednesday, June 10th through the 12th, as we shared our plans moving forward plus a lot of dinners, Stillwater sight seeing and industry conversations.”

Crossover and KICKER team members get together for a group photo. Rob Sutton, Jay Ralston-KICKER GM, Zach Vanatta, Steve Irby-KICKER Founder, Tracy Focht-KICKER Western Regional, Paul Platt, Ashley Wingender-KICKER and Sam Sutton.
Rob Sutton takes a quick rest in one of the offices that overlooks Boomer Lake.

Rob Sutton, Crossover Marketing Group principal, stated “Our trip to Stillwater was terrific. Everyone was so happy to spend time with us and set plans for moving forward. The entire KICKER family, starting with Founder Steve Irby, engaged with us to help in any way to drive business in our Pacific Northwest territory including Alaska.”

Sam Sutton with one amazing KICKER SOLO subs.
Zach Vanatta with a fun photo op in the HQ lobby area.

Crosssover Marketing’s days were filled with tours of the KICKER HQ, trainings with Aaron Malin and meetings. The evenings included dinners and visits at Steve Irby’s and Tom Heath’s homes for steak dinners by the pool and evenings around the Stillwater community.

Eskimo Joe’s is a legendary eating establishment in Stillwater.
Rob Sutton snapped this image to take back to his friends in the Pacific Northwest…to make them go crazy over the gasoline prices in Oklahoma.

Stay tuned for more news Crossover Marketing on the road the Northwest. On Thursday Rob Sutton was onsite at the Falcon Sales and AM Merchandising Sealer Show in Washington.

Always more at 12voltnews.com.

The SSR Distributors North Crew Did It Again June 12th

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DALLAS, TX (06.14.24) – SSRU 1.3, entitled Acoustics & Tuning, took place at the Dallas office where local 12-volt specialists & their staff were in attendance and all but overcrowded the lavish SSR Dallas training facilities. Hosting the event as usual was VP of Sales & Operations, Tracy Farr & his stellar sales staff.

Attendance all but overcrowded the lavish SSR Dallas training facilities.

“Company Director of Marketing & Dealer Outreach, Paul Galanos, delivered a compelling seminar in grand fashion,” stated Farr.

From simple acoustic theory to an introductory exploration into the world of digital sound processing, Galanos explained how to plan and execute a stellar install based on simple acoustic fundamentals and attacking any lingering deficiencies with active sound processing.

Paul Galanos conducting the training at SSR-U.

“Attendees interacted with one another to share knowledge and experience and worked together to develop an understanding of new concepts meant to help propel them into the next generation of install, tuning, and staying up to date on new tech” Galanos related.

Galanos (R) presenting a PRV prize to the winner of the drawing after the training certificate presentations.

SSR University will return in one month’s time to the DFW area for installment 1.4 entitled “Sound Processing 101” – AND in the meantime will be kicking off another Houston installment; details to be released soon!

Stay tuned for more SSR University updates.

Visit ssrdistributors.com for more.

Industry Support for the 2024 SEMA Show Reaches Five-Year High

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (06.13.24) – The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is preparing for a momentous event this year. More than 2,400 brands will exhibit at the 2024 SEMA Show, including hundreds of new companies revealing their products and services.

“The industry continues to innovate, creating new solutions to shape the future of automotive. In turn this has fueled demand and increased sales, and the tremendous support for this year’s SEMA Show is a reflection of the growth and energy of the marketplace,” said SEMA Vice President of Events Tom Gattuso. “The industry is eager to come together, conduct business, and make connections that will result in future success.”

Among the more than 2,400 companies exhibiting at the Nov. 5-8 event in Las Vegas are iconic brands such as Flaming River, Katzkin, Kia, McLeod, Mopar/Stellantis, Snap-on, and Truck Hero.

“There are many line items in Katzkin’s marketing expenses, and nothing comes close to the investment we make in attending the SEMA Show every year, but in our experience, the returns far exceed the investment,” said Katzkin Creative Director Miles Hubbard. “SEMA provides a venue unlike any other where we can launch new products, demonstrate our existing capabilities, speak face-to-face with thousands of people who work in our industry exclusively, and just show off.”

Automaker Kia is returning to the SEMA Show after a brief hiatus. “Kia has been a fan of SEMA and the larger tuner community for many years,” said Kia Vice President of Marketing Russell Wager. “This event has provided the backdrop for many of our most iconic vehicle programs, including concept versions of Stinger, Forte, and Soul. We look forward to shaking things up and sharing ‘electrifying’ news once again in 2024.”

Simple Green, a global market leader in environmentally safer cleaning products, is among the hundreds of first-time exhibitors at this year’s SEMA Show. “SEMA show attendees represent the full spectrum of auto professionals – you’ll find media, manufacturers, buyers, retailers, exhibitors, detailers, fabricators, and more. This mix of tradition and experience, coupled with youthful enthusiasm and innovation, makes the SEMA show such an attractive place for brands like Simple Green,” said Simple Green Content Marketing Manager Selena Nutter. “This is an audience that is hungry for high-performance, innovative aftermarket products, which makes it the ideal place for any brand to showcase products designed for people that love vehicles both inside and out.”

In addition to connecting with thousands of leading brands, SEMA Show attendees will experience the world’s largest display of new automotive aftermarket products at the New Products Showcase, the latest vehicle builds, and new activations and areas dedicated to future technology. Show goers can also participate in world-class education tracks and seminars, unique events, and SEMA Fest, a celebration of music and car culture.

Attendees are encouraged to register early to maximize their ROI; registration is only $40 for qualified attendees who register by June 28. Participants can also make hotel reservations at guaranteed low rates exclusively for Show attendees through SEMA’s official hotel provider, onPeak.

“With the latest products, leading brands, immersive experiences, and thought leaders from every facet of the industry, this is a can’t miss event,” said SEMA Trade Show Director Andy Tompkins. “We’re dedicated to providing attendees with an unparalleled experience that will help their business and professional career grow.”

Spaces are still available for companies who would like to exhibit and connect with tens of thousands of qualified buyers at the 2024 SEMA Show. For more information, visit www.semashow.com/exhibitor.

For information about the 2024 SEMA Show or to register, visit www.semashow.com. To view this year’s floorplan, log on to www.semashow.com/floorplan.

The Progressive Group Expands Market Presence with Acquisition of CF Marketing and RJR Distribution

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GRAND RAPIDS, MI (06.13.24) – The Progressive Group is excited to announce the acquisition of CF Marketing and RJR Distribution, a prominent rep and distribution firm in the Mid-Atlantic region. This strategic move aims to enhance The Progressive Group’s capabilities and extend its reach within the consumer electronics sector.

The acquisition of CF Marketing and RJR Distribution underscores The Progressive Group’s commitment to expanding its market presence and delivering exceptional services to its clients. CF Marketing, known for its innovative marketing strategies and client-centric approach, and RJR Distribution, recognized for its efficient and reliable distribution services and legacy brand partners, will significantly bolster The Progressive Group’s portfolio.

This acquisition aligns with The Progressive Group’s vision to service and supply top-tier brands and distribution solutions to its customers, ensuring a seamless and comprehensive service offering. By combining CF Marketing’s expertise in brand management with RJR Distribution’s logistical excellence, The Progressive Group is poised to offer unparalleled support to businesses across the Mid-Atlantic region.

Dave Russell, Managing Director of The Progressive Group, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “We are delighted to welcome CF Marketing and RJR Distribution into The Progressive Group family. Their expertise and strong market presence will enhance our ability to serve our clients with innovative solutions. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in our growth strategy and reinforces our commitment to excellence.”

Howard Feldman, CEO of CF Marketing, commented, “Joining The Progressive Group is an exciting opportunity for the CF Marketing Team. We share a common vision of delivering exceptional service to our clients and vendor partners. We look forward to leveraging The Progressive Group’s resources to further enhance our service offerings.”

The Progressive Group, CF Marketing, and RJR Distribution will collaborate closely to ensure a smooth integration process. Clients, employees, and vendors can anticipate a continuation of high-quality services and the introduction of enhanced solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of the consumer electronics market.

A leading provider of consumer electronics and distribution solutions, The Progressive Group is dedicated to delivering innovative and effective strategies that drive business success. With a focus on customer satisfaction and operational excellence, the company serve a diverse range of industries, helping clients achieve their goals.

For more information, please contact Mike Sajecki, Director of Business for Progressive Distribution’s Mid-Atlantic region.

Visit www.TeamProgressive.com for more.

Update Regarding VOXX Electronics Distribution in the Ohio River Valley Region

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ORLANDO, FL (06.13.24) – VOXX Electronics Corporation (VEC) is writing to inform you of an important update regarding the distribution of VOXX Electronics products. After 06-22-24, Davis Distribution will no longer be an authorized distributor for VOXX Electronics products.

However, we have exciting news to share! To ensure continued access to our premium range of products, including Viper, Python, Avital, Directed by VOXX, Prestige, Flashlogic, CarLink, Audiovox, Advent, Movies to Go, and more, we encourage you to establish a direct account with The Progressive Group, our trusted partner.

Progressive Representatives are ready to assist you in setting up your direct account and providing seamless access to the latest VOXX Electronics products. Additionally, you’ll have access to purchasing through Progressive Distribution, in which you’ll enjoy enhanced convenience and efficiency in ordering processes.

But that’s not all! We understand the importance of uninterrupted access to DIRECTECHS, and we are pleased to inform you that by connecting with The Progressive Group, you can ensure the seamless continuation of your DIRECTECHS account.

To get started or if you have any questions, please reach out to your dedicated Progressive Representatives:

Craig Norman: Serving the Greater Indianapolis Area, Greater Louisville and Lexington Area, Greater Cleveland Area, Mid and South Ohio Territory

Email: cnorman@teamprogressive.com

Mobile: (614) 264-0224

Office: (248) 307-9100

Brian Robinson: Covering Northern Indiana and Northern Ohio (excluding Cleveland)

Email: brobinson@teamprogressive.com

Mobile: (574) 930-6326

Office: (616) 878-3500

Nicolas Hayes: Catering to Southern Indiana, Kentucky (excluding Louisville and Lexington), Greater Youngstown Area, West Virginia, and West Pennsylvania

Email: nhayes@teamprogressive.com

Mobile: (480) 433-2293

Office: (616) 878-3500

In addition to setting up a direct account with Progressive Representatives, Progressive Distribution is now authorized to sell VOXX Electronics products in WV, PA, OH, KY, IN, & MI. Please visit the Progressive Distribution website at https://progressivedistribution.net/  or call 1-616-878-3500.

VOXX Electronics products are also available for purchase in KY and IN from Lesco Distributing. Please visit their website at  https://www.lescodistributing.com/ or call 1-800-348-2888

We’re excited about this transition and confident it will enhance your experience with VOXX Electronics products. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to continuing to serve you in the Ohio River Valley region!

Lucas Lighting Announces Growth Plans

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ITASCA, IL (06.13.24) – Lucas Lighting, a Chicago based company, announces additional growth plans with the addition of automotive batteries as well as Jim Warren joining the executive team.

Mike Hong, Lucas ’president and founder said, “Lucas Lighting has really resonated with our
customers in North America. The reliability of our products combined with solid profitability
has been a very successful formula. We now have opportunities to expand outside of North
America as well as in our home markets.”

Jim Warren joins Lucas as Executive Director and will be leading many of these growth initiatives in tandem with the executive team, which also includes industry veteran Ken Wiseman, who continues as National Sales Manager. For the past seven years, Jim has led the Elite Distributor Alliance (EDA). Prior to EDA, Jim was Vice President of Merchandising at Car Toys (Seattle) and SVP Sales and Marketing at Harman International.

“I have had the distinct pleasure of working with Jim over the last three years in his prior position. His leadership and experience with national, international, major and key accounts will be a tremendous asset to our group and business partners as he takes on this new role. He has been fantastic to interact with both on business and personal levels,” states Steve Rogers, now Vice President over all of Lucas YH holdings.

Jim commented, “For the past several years I’ve watched Lucas Lighting’s leadership in the
rapidly growing lighting category. Lucas Lighting is the premium brand with unparalleled
performance. It’s super exciting to have the opportunity to help grow the brand both here in the
United States and worldwide.”

Find out more at www.lucas-lighting.com.

CPS Sales and SGL Sales Toured The KICKER HQ In Stillwater

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STILLWATER, OK (06.12.24) – On Tuesday June 4th CPS Sales and Manufacturing brought in the SGL Sales and Marketing Group to the KICKER World Headquarters in Stillwater OK. This was a planned informal training and tour to show off the state of the art facility and to demo the new Marine products KICKER will be launching the end of this year.

Brandon Lang, CPS VP related “Our two companies had been trying to get together at the KICKER HQ and it happened last week. SGL has offices in Indiana and Tennessee and finding the right time to get over a dozen people to meet in one place finally happened. All with SGL, a 50 plus year old company, commented the KICKER HQ was the best they had ever toured.”

All gathered for an image in the KICKER HQ lobby. KICKER Founder Steve Irby is pictured 2nd from the right.

The training was lead by KICKER trainer Aaron Malin accompanied by Phil White, Bart Deal, Jay Ralston and KICKR Founder Steve Irby.

The teams pictured in a showroom in front of the UnMasked Studio.

SGL represents CPS Sales and Manufacturing out of Kansas City to handle the Marine OEM business east of the Mississippi. SGL is a well established marine rep firm founded in 1958. SGL sent 9 representatives with Bryan Ellefson, Ian Kyle, Jake Higdon, Matt Chalfant, Nick Shelley, Broc Tarwacki, Ricky Johnson and principals Michael Douglas and Marty Scott.

They were accompanied by Jake Landon and Brandon Lang from CPS. “This was a very beneficial high energy training with up-close interaction with the amazing new products. Our entire team was extremely impressed with the people, the culture and the innovation of the KICKER team” LANG concluded.

Visit kicker.com for more.

Registration Open for 2024 SEMA Leaders & Legends Gala

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (06.12.24) – Tickets for the 2024 SEMA Leaders & Legends Gala, scheduled for Friday, July 19, at the Anaheim Marriot in Anaheim, Calif., are now available at http://www.sema.org/gala. The aftermarket industry will come together during the prestigious annual celebration to honor the 2024 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees and recognize incoming and outgoing members of the SEMA Board of Directors.

“The SEMA Leaders & Legends Gala is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues and friends during a special night in which we celebrate the icons of our industry,” said SEMA President and CEO Mike Spagnola. “It’s an honor to be able to celebrate these individuals whose work and contributions have helped enrich and grow the aftermarket.”

The aftermarket industry will come together during the prestigious SEMA Leaders & Legends Gala, scheduled for July 19 at the Anaheim Marriot in Anaheim, Calif., to honor the 2024 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees and recognize incoming and outgoing members of the SEMA Board of Directors.

Since its inception in 1976, the SEMA Leaders & Legends Gala (formerly known as the SEMA Awards Gala) has helped recognize and connect industry leaders who share a common passion and love for the industry. Among this year’s honorees are 2024 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees Chris Kersting, Jack Priegel, Les Rudd, and Jon Wyly.

The SEMA Cares Industry Cup Challenge will run in conjunction with the Gala, offering companies an opportunity to sponsor a child-built pinewood racecar and challenge industry colleagues in head-to-head competition. The races, which are run throughout the Friday reception, support SEMA Cares, a group that unites the automotive aftermarket to raise funds for various children’s charities, including the Austin Hatcher Foundation, Childhelp, and Victory Junction. The Industry Cup Challenge winner will take home a trophy with their company named engraved among past winners, with the trophy to be returned the following year in a Stanley Cup style tradition. Additionally, a SEMA PAC reception will be held immediately following the Gala.

For more information and to secure a seat or table at the annual celebration, visit http://www.sema.org/gala. For more information about SEMA Cares or to sponsor an Industry Cup Challenge race car, visit this link.

For information about the SEMA PAC reception, contact Alicia Steger at alicias@sema.org or 202-796-2252.

Hifonics Colossus Classic Amplifiers Deliver Power

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LIBERTYVILLE, IL (06.12.24) – Hifonics Colossus Classic amplifiers make playback with RICHER QUALITY audio powered through a classic-size Hifonics amplifier footprint. Infuse your Hifonics sound system with cleaner layers of power and higher-quality sound through Colossus Classic amplifiers. HEAR MORE. FEEL MORE.

With reinvented Colossus sound featured in every Colossus Classic amplifier – the Hifonics Colossus Classic line of amplifiers includes mainly monoblock amplifiers and a 4-channel amplifier that elevates sound to Colossus levels.

Every Colossus Classic amplifier includes innovative high-temperature impact-resistant nickel-plated connectors allowing for complete and secure termination of wire and create an erosion-resistant seal.

Pro-Fi™ Output Device Technology: The Ultra-Fi™ MOSFET is designed for music production vs. just electronics output power. It produces very musical high power with high efficiency for cooling and minimal distortion.

A heavy-duty aluminum alloy heat sink efficiently moves heat from the MOSFET for superior dissipation creating sound that is crisp and clean.

With a secure molded connection terminal for every Power, Ground, and Speaker, connection – the connection type is angled for ease of access while creating clean and organized wire management.

Super D-Class design utilizes high-speed microprocessors through critical proprietary D/A conversion algorithms – resulting in lower distortion playback, upping audio performance to Colossus standards of sound.

Control every Colossus Classic amplifier with a built-in/variable crossover to tailor specific frequencies to speakers and subwoofers and obtain variable bass boost up to +10dB with the bass equalizer (4-channel amplifiers only).

Additionally – an extruded aluminum heat sink minimizes heat buildup on Ultra-Fi™ output devices. Creating POWER FROM THE GODS performance in a classic Hifonics amplifier size, Colossus Classic amplifiers showcase audio in richer quality, adding layers of details and higher sound throughout every song.

Take in more from all of your audio and sound through incredible detail powered through COLOSSUS EXPECTATIONS. The Hifonics Colossus Classic amplifier line delivers cleaner performance in playback and power.

Feel Colossus change your Hifonics audio system forever.

Learn more HERE about the entire line of Colossus Classic amplifiers.