Signature Of Heaven 777 Wins The CRUX Prize On The 12volt Spin-To-Win 286

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12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (08.31.24) 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 286th time on Friday morning August 30th. The Wheel landed on the CRUX space and the Signature of Heaven 777 slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning spin was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted.

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We reached out to the lucky winning retailer in West Liberty KY  to let them know the news that the CRUX prize will be headed their way. We talked to the owner Harrison Manyoma and he was happy to hear the news that a CRUX prize world be headed that way. Harrison said his store sells a lot of CRUX interfacing products.

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, EBS Audio, 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, 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 and NWA Audio in Bentonville AR.

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 287 on Friday, September 6th.

Alpine Attended The 12th Annual Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club invasion

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PIGEON FORGE, TN (08.30.24) – The Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club Invasion took place at the LaConte Center in Pigeon Forge, TN from Thursday, August 22nd to Saturday, August 24th. This was the third time that Alpine attended the event offering the latest dash and audio solutions designed specifically for the Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator drivers.

“We had a very successful event at the 2024 Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club Invasion once again due to our strong relationship with Tampa-based Alpine authorized retailer Soundwaves Tampa and Alpine authorized fulfillment partner, DOW Technologies” Allison Saunders, Marketing Supervisor Brand, stated.

The Alpine presence was strong with displays, demo vehicles and on-site installations.
Alpine products stacked early in the day for installations scheduled for the day.

Continuing, “While we were setting up for the event on Wednesday, we already had customers coming to our booth, asking to purchase a product so they could be first install on Thursday morning. From the start on Thursday, until the end of the event on Saturday, there was never a moment that our installation bays were not full. Our amazing Soundwaves of Tampa has it down to a science now The Soundwaves of Tampa Team deeply understand Alpine Jeep products, the Jeep itself and the needs of the Jeep customer. They went above and beyond to assure that every customer drove away with a smile on their face.”

The install bays were full in this great image from DOW Technologies.
The Soundwaves Tampa crew was very busy with installations throughout the event.

Concluding “This was our third time at the event and our customers always make sure to stop by. We even saw a handful of customers from last year and the prior event who updated their radio and now wanted to upgrade their sound system. Overall, it was a very successful event and we look forward to attending next year with our same partners” Saunders related.

The amazing Alpine “Switchback” 2020 Jeep Gladiator showcased a custom truck bed build that featured 40 motorized Bluetooth speakers that activated for optimum sound positioning.

A 2018 Jeep Wrangler demo vehicle was on site featuring the i509-WRA-JL with a 9-inch weather-resistant digital media receiver with Hi-Res audio playback. This unit was intentionally designed with a Jeep driver in mind to visually emulate the design identity of the Jeep interior and retain the features Jeep drivers use the most.

Alpine’s 2015 Jeep Wrangler was also on site with similar Jeep specific solutions designed for the older Jeep wranglers. The Alpine show vehicle “Switchback” is a 2020 Jeep Gladiator that showcased a custom truck bed build that featured 40 motorized Bluetooth speakers that articulated for optimum sound positioning.

Look for Alpine in 2025 to once again to have a strong presence at the Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club Invasion.

For more see alpine-usa.com.

Autotek Details Mean Machine Compact Amplifiers

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LIBERTYVILLE, IL (08.30.24) – Take in your sound through compact levels and incredible performance.

Have your Autotek car audio system transform through power that is compact and MEAN all within a smaller footprint. Compact MEAN MACHINE amplifiers bring out higher sound quality in every song with clean and smooth power while staying sleek in size. Compact performance meets HIGHER POWER.

Every Autotek Compact MEAN MACHINE amplifier sets out on a mission to deliver BIGGER POWER in a compact footprint. Nickel-plated brass connection with hex-set screw terminals allows for secure and consistent connections while resisting erosion as an electronic equalizer provides control of amplifier output with onboard electronic crossover to tailor specific frequencies to speakers and subwoofers.

Bring EXTREME POWER to any beat with PRO-FI™ high-speed MOSFETS and high sound quality with minimum distortion levels. With innovative Class-D technology infused in Compact MEAN MACHINE amplifiers – embrace higher quality audio in compact size and every amplifier can be run from the “Output” RCA connection which minimizes the need for additional cables in vehicles.

An illuminated logo adds a vibrant display and showcase to every Autotek car audio installation and keeps the attention on your Compact MEAN MACHINE amplifier while still blending into every vehicle interior with a black finish.

Your installation flexibility takes on LOUDER and HIGHER QUALITY sound.

Compact MEAN MACHINE amplifiers bring out higher sound quality in every song while staying sleek in size and clean throughout audio playback.

Feel your music Powered Forward and take on MEAN playback quality!

Learn more HERE about the line of Compact MEAN MACHINE amplifiers.

Legendary Coach Bill Belichick and Raiders Star Maxx Crosby Join “Let’s Go!” on SiriusXM as Hosts for 2024 Season

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NEW YORK, NY (08.30.24) – SiriusXM unveiled a new lineup for the 2024 season of the exclusive show, “Let’s Go!” Throughout the upcoming NFL season listeners will hear from hosts six-time Super Bowl Champion head coach Bill Belichick, three-time Pro Bowl Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby, and three-time National Sportswriter of the Year Peter King, as they join Hall of Fame broadcaster Jim Gray for weekly in-depth conversations on pro football.

New episodes of “Let’s Go!” will debut every Monday at 6 pm ET/3 pm PT on SiriusXM’s Mad Dog Sports Radio (channel 82) and replay at 6:30 pm ET/3:30 pm PT on SiriusXM NFL Radio (channel 88). “Let’s Go!” will be available on all major podcast platforms, with additional bonus content from Belichick, Crosby, King and Gray available only on the SiriusXM app. The new season begins this Monday, September 2.

Each host, in his own segment with Jim Gray, brings to “Let’s Go!” a unique and special perspective on the game.

One of the greatest head coaches of all time, Bill Belichick holds numerous coaching records, including the record of most Super Bowl wins (6) as a head coach, all with the New England Patriots, along with two more as the defensive coordinator of the New York Giants. During his time with the Patriots Belichick was a central figure during the franchise’s dynasty. He has the most playoff coaching wins all-time with 31 and is second on the all-time coaching list for combined wins.

“I thank Tom for recommending me. When the opportunity was presented by Jim I said, ‘Let’s Go,’” Belichick said. “When people say, ‘Let’s Go!’ it conveys a sense of camaraderie and teamwork that all involved share the same goals and excitement. And that’s exactly how I feel to be joining the ‘Let’s Go!’ team at SiriusXM.”

Belichick takes over as a host for Tom Brady who, along with Larry Fitzgerald, led the first three seasons of “Let’s Go!” with Gray. Brady will make appearances on the show this season as a guest.

“For 20 years I threw the ball for Coach Belichick. Now I am passing the microphone to him on ‘Let’s Go!’” said Brady. “I will be listening every week as I know Bill and Jim will have lots of great conversations, and I’m looking forward to my guest appearances and joining them during the season.”

Maxx Crosby has led the league in tackles for loss the past two seasons, been voted to the Pro Bowl the past three, and has established himself as one of the leaders of the Las Vegas Raiders franchise.

“It’s an honor for me to join a show I’ve tuned in to my entire career,” said Crosby. “I look forward to diving into all things NFL and Raiders with two legendary sports journalists in Jim and Peter, and to be part of the same program with the greatest coach of all time in Coach Belichick.”

Peter King has covered the NFL for more than four decades, was voted National Sportswriter of the Year by his peers three times and is one of the most informed and trusted journalists covering the sport.

“This season on ‘Let’s Go!’ our listeners will get to hear directly each week from the greatest Super Bowl winning coach of all time in Bill Belichick and one of the NFL’s most exciting young players in Maxx Crosby. This combined with Tom’s guest appearances will continue to serve our audience one-of-kind insights into the game,” said Scott Greenstein, SiriusXM’s President and Chief Content Officer. “Add to the mix Peter King’s encyclopedic knowledge of the game, and Jim Gray leading the conversations, and you have an extraordinary on air team.”

“Perhaps more than anyone, Bill brings a wealth of insight, knowledge and wisdom of professional football and leadership that he will now share with our audience on ‘Let’s Go!’ I’m honored to be able to work with him,” said Gray. “I love and appreciate Tom and Larry, as we have spent more than a decade together on the radio. I’m very grateful to both of them and I’m very happy that Tom will continue as a guest. Maxx is a superstar, and Peter will provide us the most enlightening stories and astute perspectives.”

The first three seasons of “Let’s Go!” have also featured appearances by an extraordinary list of guests – including Patrick Mahomes, Aaron Judge, Andy Reid, Lamar Jackson, Lawrence Taylor, Snoop Dogg, Oprah Winfrey, Roger Staubach, Josh Allen, CJ Stroud, A’ja Wilson, Denzel Washington, Adam Sandler, Shaq, Peyton Manning, Kevin Durant, John Elway, Joe Burrow, Deion Sanders, Charles Barkley and many others.

“Let’s Go!” is produced by Scratchy Productions and SiriusXM.

Visit www.siriusxm.com for more.

SEMA Expands Commitment To Young Builders With Revamped Young Guns Program

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (08.29.24) – SEMA Battle of the Builders presented by Mothers Polish, the industry’s premier vehicle competition, will feature an expanded Young Guns program this year that will provide the Top 10 finalists in the class the opportunity to experience showcasing their builds on-stage.

Prior to this year, industry experts serving as judges would determine the Top 10 and Top 3 finalists in each class, including Young Guns. Now, after the Top 10 Young Guns finalists are named, each will showcase their vehicle on-stage, and the finalists will vote to select the Top 3 builds that will advance to the final round of judging with finalists from the other Battle of the Builder categories.

“We’re continually looking for ways to support young talent and foster the future growth of the automotive aftermarket industry,” SEMA Vice President of Marketing RJ de Vera. “By expanding the Battle of the Builders competition format to provide Young Guns competitors their own on-stage judging round, we will shine a light on more of these young customizers.”

The Young Guns category, open to builders 29 years and younger at the time of the SEMA Show, was introduced in 2016 to bring national exposure to up-and-coming builders in the industry. Additionally, beginning Sept. 7-8 and continuing throughout the month, Young Guns competitors can be selected by the judges to participate in one or more virtual Golden Ticket events for the chance to win a prize package that includes transportation of their build to the SEMA Show along with travel and hotel accommodations.

Now in its 11th year, SEMA Battle of the Builders provides an international platform for SEMA Show builders to showcase their ingenuity. The competition recognizes class champions in four categories — Hot Rod & Hot Rod Truck; 4 Wheel Drive & Off-Road; Sport Compact, Import Performance, Luxury & Exotic; and Young Guns — and one of these four is crowned the overall Battle of the Builders champion.

Judges review all qualifying applications, including vehicle descriptions and photos, before walking the SEMA Show floor to review builds in-person and selecting the Top 10 finalists in each category. The finalists are then narrowed down to the Top 3 in each category, including the Top 3 Young Guns selected via the new competition format, and these 12 finalists become the judges and select the winner of each category and the overall champion.

“The automotive aftermarket will unite at the SEMA Show to showcase the hottest parts and latest technology, making it the perfect venue to highlight these amazing builds and emerging talent within the industry,” said SEMA Trade Show Director Andy Tompkins. “The Battle of the Builders program is another example of how the SEMA Show enables attendees to stay at the forefront of recent trends shaping the aftermarket and create industry connections that will set them up for future success.”

The 2024 SEMA Show, taking place November 5-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, is the place to discover new products and trends, make new business connections, strengthen existing ones, and help professionals take their careers and their businesses to the next level. Attendees can maximize their ROI by registering now and taking advantage of housing and travel discounts. Registration is $60 for qualified attendees who register by September 27. To learn more or to register to attend the 2024 SEMA Show, visit http://www.semashow.com.

For more information about SEMA Battle of the Builders and the Young Guns program, visit www.semabattleofthebuilders.com.

JVC Now Shipping KW-M590BT and KW-M595BT Multimedia Receivers

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LONG BEACH, CA (08.29.24) – JVC is excited to release its newest multimedia receivers, the KW-M590BT and KW-M595BT, are now available and ready to ship! These cutting-edge models are designed to enhance your in-car entertainment experience with exceptional features and versatility.

Innovative Hybrid Chassis for Flexible Mounting
Both the KW-M590BT and KW-M595BT feature JVC’s innovative 3.37″ short chassis, which is uniquely designed to support both single-DIN and double-DIN mounting options. This multi-configuration chassis is perfect for installations in vehicles with limited space, offering a flexible mounting solution for even the most challenging setups where a mounting depth of less than 3.75″ is required.

Enhanced Features with iDatalink Maestro Compatibility
The KW-M595BT takes things a step further by adding iDatalink Maestro compatibility at an incredible new entry-level price point. With iDatalink Maestro, you can enjoy seamless integration with your vehicle’s factory features, like steering wheel controls, vehicle information, and advanced vehicle settings.

Cutting-Edge Display and Connectivity
Both receivers boast a stunning new 6.8″ WSVGA 1200×600 Clear Capacitive touchscreen display, delivering crisp and vibrant visuals. Stay connected on the go with USB wired connectivity for both Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™, ensuring that your favorite apps and navigation tools are always within reach. Plus, with a 2.1V high-volt charging output via USB, your devices will stay powered throughout your journey.

User-Friendly Features for a Seamless Experience
JVC has also included some of its most beloved features to enhance usability. Enjoy easy navigation and control with Gesture Touch Control, allowing you to manage track selection and volume with simple finger swipes and spins. Both models also come with a single backup camera input for added safety and convenience while driving.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to add this inflation busting Multimedia Receivers to your your product mix with the JVC KW-M590BT and KW-M595BT. Experience superior sound, seamless integration, and the flexibility of JVC’s latest multimedia receivers today!

Order now and take your driving experience to the next level!

Please contact your JVC sales rep to place your orders for the KD-M590BT and KD-M595BT

Visit us.jvc.com/car for more.

Meet the New CES Logo: Where Tech Meets Humanity

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ARLINGTON, VA (08.29.24) – Refreshed. Recreated. Reimagined.

For the first time in our history, CTA and CES® are launching a shared mark — unifying the brands and the power behind them. Learn more about our new logo, a symbol that embodies the connection between technology and humanity.

About the mark: The new mark pays homage to our roots — the iconic “CES fins” — while embracing the future. The intersecting elements symbolize our industry’s connections with society, creating a frame to envision a world where technology seamlessly integrates with our lives to make it a better place. The space between the intersecting elements symbolizes the profound, yet often invisible, relationship of technology and humanity — a bond that CTA and CES have championed for decades.

A new CES.tech experience: In conjunction with a refreshed mark, we have redesigned and rebuilt CES.tech — a new hub for tech innovation, a place to showcase the people and technology that are making the world a better place.

We look forward to continuing to innovate and inspire together and hope you’ll join us at CES 2025. Registration opens in a couple of weeks!

Alpine Teslas At The 2024 Electrify Expo In San Francisco

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SAN FRANCISCO, CA (08.28.24) – Alpine Audio Specific Tesla upgrades were spotlighted at the 2024 Electrify Expo event in San Francisco the weekend of August 24th and 25th. Alpine’s West Coast Regional Jason Hannon and Product Specialist Pete Bobsin, along with Vince Miranda-Audio Xperts Vacaville CA, each had their Teslas set for live demos showcasing the Alpine Audio Tesla Specific upgrade systems.

The electrify expo featured a wide variety of e-related products including e-bikes, e-skateboards, e-scooters, and e-RV related products.

Hannon related “Alpine is committed to growing the Tesla community and our Tesla kits deliver the sound quality and performance Tesla owners have been looking for. Having three Tesla vehicles on hand for live demos allowed owners to understand and experience what they’ve been missing. And what they’ve been missing is the incredible sound Alpine delivers. We did a lot demos.”

Pete Bobsin and Jason Hannon (R) give a big thumbs up at the event.

Bobsin stated “The interactions Vince Miranda had demoing his loaded Tesla with consumers alone was worth being on site. Being on site at Tesla events is bringing a level of consistency interacting with the EV community. We had well over 50 in-depth audio demonstrations and countless intersactions with the general public, other vendors and even event organizers. Finally, we were also to direct gamers to the exciting world of ‘Alpine Park’ which is an immersive interactive experience on ROBLOX for the young and young at heart.”

Vince Miranda receiving his Best Audio Trophy Award on stage.
The Best Audio Award showcased on the dash and Miranda’s Tesla Y.

Vince Miranda’s Tesla won the Best Audio Trophy at the Expo. Miranda and the Audio Xperts crew have been on the cutting edge of Tesla product upgrades from the beginning. With live demos Miranda provided consumers a true Alpine Tesla Experience. The rear compartment housed a custom system installation with subwoofers and amplifiers. Everything spotlighted with LED lighting.

The custom Alpine installation in the rear of Miranda‘s Tesla Y definitely grabbed eyeballs.
The three Alpine Teslas, owned by the three team members on site, pictured early on day one of the Expo with a little weather.

“Receiving the Trophy for the Best Audio at the Expo was amazing. At our store we strive to offer our customers add-ons to max their driving experience across the board. The Alpine Audio Specific upgrades lets us do that at Audio Xperts” Miranda stated.

Electrify Expo Seattle is set for September 14th and 15th.

A big 12volt Central Studios Thank You to Jason, Pete and Vince for their input.

For more see www.alpine-usa.com.

DOW Technologies Hosted A 3-City Sony Training Swing

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TAMPA, FL (08.28.24) – The 3-City Training Tour began in Birmingham AL on Tuesday August 20th when Richard Wong rolled his Sony Tacoma in from Dallas TX. The next night Wednesday the 21st it was Knoxville TN followed by the third stop on the tour in Nashville on Thursday the 22nd.

Birmingham was the first stop on the Sony DOW Technologies training tour with huge monitors showcasing products.

DOW  Director Marketing Jay Johnson related “Kris Bulla did a great job conducting the trainings with help from Sony‘s Richard Wong and DOW’s Jason McArty. At each of the trainings, Bulla covered the Sony lineup of latest products with dinner and training session for dealers in the area. More than 25 people attended each event.” 

Kris Bulla (L) makes a point during the presentation in Knoxville.

Bulla stated “There was very good attendance by key dealers who were very engaged throughout the Sony session at each stop. The GS and Mobile ES speakers and the XAV-AX8500 were exciting for all to check out. Richard was behind the wheel as we rolled between the three locations.” 

Nashville was the last stop on the 3-City tour and all are focused on Bulla’s presentation.

Johnson added “At each stop it was absolutely a blast with the Sony product presentation. The energy was off the chart at each stop and we plan to keep it rolling going forward to drive business across the 12volt industry. These trainings are a fantastic opportunity to bring together some of the best minds in the industry and focus on pushing the boundaries of car audio innovation.”

Concluding “A huge thanks to everyone who attended and to the Sony team for making it an unforgettable experience. We’re excited to see how these new insights will drive the future of car audio.”

Visit dowtechnologies.com for more.

MB Quart’s RV Mechless Source Units Have Arrived

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LIBERTYVILLE, IL (08.28.24) – Elevate your MB Quart RV audio system with an upgrade in source units! ALL-NEW for 2024 — MB Quart RV mechless source units come in either a 3.5-inch or 10-inch model display screen size and make controlling your RV audio system effortless and simple. Take on the last months of summer with an RV mechless source unit that adds tons of new features to your audio.

Coming in either a 3.5-inch or 10-inch touchscreen display size – both of these models feature Multi-zone Audio Control and include AM/FM, Bluetooth, andHDMI Pass Through with a full-function remote (included in the box).

Both the RVM-35V1 and the RVM-10V1 touchscreen mechless multimedia Bluetooth digital source units make 160 watts of power and include an easy full-function remote. Apple Control is integrated within each mechless model and brings quick control and access of music collection with iPhone, iPad, and iPod. With sleek large bezel buttons and a full touchscreen LCD display –controlling either the RVM-35V1 or the RVM-10V1 touchscreen mechless source unit is easy and simple.

Integrated in each mechless source unit is Bluetooth Connect allowing your phone or another Bluetooth-enabled device to be quickly paired to the controller without a complicated pairing process. In addition, both the RVM-35V1 and the RVM-10V1 mechless source units feature easy Quick-Pair Technology that seamlessly connects to the last device that was connected (and for a first-time connection, only select “MB Quart” from your Bluetooth menu and you are connected QUICKLY).

Enjoy audio and digital devices that are pushed through the source unit to the TV monitor and speaker system with HDMI Throughput. Control volume in two different areas independently, such as the passenger area and outdoor speaker area with Dual Audio Zone Capability innovated in BOTH the RVM-35V1 and the RVM-10V1 touchscreen mechless digital multimedia Bluetooth source units.

Take on the great outdoors with the newest MB Quart RV mechless source units! Obtain easy and simple control in your MB Quart RV audio system and enjoy Multi-zone Audio Control integrated throughout your installation/setup.

The RVM-35V1 and the RVM-10V1 mechless digital source units ARE HERE!

Follow the link HERE and learn more details on MB Quart touchscreen mechless multimedia Bluetooth digital source units.