ST. AUGUSTINE, FL (04.19.24) – Specialty Marketing Veteran Dennis Hopper is hitting the road across Florida to inform dealers throughout the state that Specialty Marketing is on the ground to work face to face with 12volt retailers.
The stop at Mad Mark‘s Car Stereo in Bradenton was a great opportunity for Dennis (L) and Mark Turk to catch up. “It was terrific to see Dennis and learn the plans at Specially. He gave me a catalog of their brands and I have that on the wall in my office. We will be on board” Turk related.
“The dealer meetings I had the week of April 8th were terrific. As an industry veteran of 36 years I knew many of the dealers and they were happy to see me and welcomed me into their stores. We talked about Pioneer, Diamond Audio and new brands like THINKWARE.” Hopper related.
The Specialty Jacksonville warehouse is scheduled to be open and shipping on May 1st to allow next day shipping to all of Florida and Georgia.
Hopper made a stop at Amplified AutoSports in St Pete FL and this picture with Zach Abass and Danny Camacho in front of their super display board.
Hopper’s time on the road continued the week of April 15th with dealer stops. A stop at Soundcrafters in South Daytona was super as the two 12volt industry veterans caught up on the many years passed. “Paul was excited to know the warehouse in Jacksonville will be on shipping on the 1st of May. In our discussions the Diamond Audio bikes products came up and Paul not aware of some new models for Harleys. He had a very nice THINKWARE display in his showroom and is doing well with the dash cam category” Hopper added.
Concluding Hopper commented “One prominent dealer related… with Bryan Mongiovi and Dennis Hopper at the helm, I’ll support them 100%, because they have known for years exactly how to service my account.”
JASPER, IN (04.19.24) – Meyer Distributing, Inc. has announced that they have substantially acquired the assets of Frank’s Supply, a regional distributor serving the southern states of TX, OK, LA, and NM.
Meyer Distributing is a complete wholesale distributor. With 100 locations nationwide and over 3,500,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space, Meyer Distributing has a huge inventory of parts to service their customers. With strategically positioned warehouse facilities, Meyer Distributing is able to provide next day delivery to most locations using Meyer Logistics direct ship.
All customer orders placed with Frank’s Supply that have not yet been shipped by Frank’s will still be fulfilled as they were placed by Meyer. These orders will transfer over to the online.meyerdistributing.com portal. While many Frank’s customers already have a Meyer login, for those that do not, account managers will be reaching out to you asap to provide this information. You can continue to call 800.392.4513 and use the same Frank’s phone number or you may also call 800.639.3787 (800.MEYERUSA).
To our vendor partners, all inventory received and posted by Frank’s and sold to Meyer will be paid directly to the vendor by Frank’s from Meyer proceeds. All inventory received by Frank’s that is in the building but has not been posted to Frank’s inventory will be paid directly by Meyer to the vendor. All open unshipped purchase orders placed by Frank’s will need to be audited by Meyer for accuracy and to have shipping addresses updated to a respective Meyer warehouse location. Purchasing agents will be reaching out to each vendor to discuss an audit of open orders placed by Frank’s and any other relevant concerns.
Customers: To Pay final Frank’s Supply A/R balances, please call 713-668-9484.
LIBERTYVILLE, IL (04.19.24) – Delivering LOUD AUDIO with unparalleled detail in a smaller size, Hifonics Colossus Mini amplifiers infuse sound with PRO POWER while staying flexible enough to fit anywhere your customer’s audio install calls for.
Have your customers experience Colossus performance through even the smallest of sizes with the ALL-NEW Hifonics Colossus Mini amplifier line!
Taking audio to new thrills of Colossus performance and sound – Hifonics Colossus Mini amplifiers signify ULTIMATE POWER in a smaller heat sink. Get ready for your customer’s songs to transform within deeper details and cleaner clarity, and have them obtain Colossus levels of audio performance!
The entire line of Colossus Mini models features monoblock and 4-channel amplifiers (like the PRO Series of amplifiers). Including the HCM-3000.1D Colossus Mini amplifier that creates 3000 watts of PRO POWER sound and the HCM-400.4D that makes 400 watts of clean Colossus Mini audio — every Colossus Mini amplifier is fueled with Colossus innovation that pushes audio to the peak of performance.
Incorporating full-range Class-D chipsets (including the mono models) – all Colossus Mini amplifiers are compatible with a wide range of drivers, especially pro-style speakers. Colossus Mini amplifiers incorporate a smaller footprint design that enables them to be placed in motorcycles, UTVs, and other automotive vehicles – all while still creating Colossus sound.
Hifonics Colossus Mini sound takes audio to the Colossus level of performance. Have your customers embrace PRO SOUND and POWER with Colossus Mini AMPLIFIERS FROM THE GODS TODAY!
Learn complete Hifonics Colossus Mini amplifier line details HERE from the Hifonics website and CONTACT your Maxxsonics sales representative NOW to place your Hifonics Colossus Mini order.
ORLANDO, FL (04.18.24) – VOXX Electronics Corporation (VEC is thrilled to announce its participation at KnowledgeFest in Nashville, taking place from April 19th to 21st, 2024. As a premier event for professionals in the mobile electronics industry, KnowledgeFest provides an ideal platform for VOXX to unveil its latest innovations and solutions.
Stop by booth #701 to discover VOXX’s cutting-edge automotive technology. Experience hands-on demos showcasing our expertise in remote start, security, telematics, rear seat entertainment, driver safety, automotive interior enhancements, and commercial fleet solutions.
But that’s not all – we’re also hosting three special sessions to dive deeper into our product categories:
1. VIPER: Vehicle Theft is on the Rise (Friday 4-19 @ 1:45p – Room 103C)
• IDENTIFIED: Firmware Updates, T-Harnesses, New Developments, Challenges, Opportunities, and Solutions.
2. VOXXeKey™: Leave Your Key at Home + CarLink™ 7 (Friday 4-19 @ 3:00p – Room 103C)
• VOXXeKey Phone-As-A-Key Sharing Technology + CarLink 7 Telematics Vehicle Control: Everything You Need To Know!
3. Find out Why REAR SEAT VIDEO is not DEAD (Saturday 4-20 @ 5:30p – Room 103C)
• Other dealers have chosen to give this up. Guess who hasn’t? YOUR CUSTOMERS!
KnowledgeFest Nashville offers an unparalleled opportunity for industry professionals to network, learn, and stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies shaping aftermarket automotive enhancements. VOXX Electronics is proud to be at the forefront of innovation and looks forward to welcoming attendees for an engaging and informative experience!
LAS VEGAS, NV (04.18.24) – Audiomobile is pleased to announce the initial deliveries of their latest ‘Solopass’ compact enclosure systems. The all-new ‘SPEED’ (Stealth Perfect Engineered Enclosure Design) series, represent a unique set of attractive solutions, tailored to specific platforms, to meet the needs of upscale specialty retailers.
Audiomobile has been in the business of delivering small form-factor subwoofer enclosures for over 8 years, and these new models represent the recent pivot, to focus on high-performance, “Drop-In” – or ‘Stealth’ subwoofer solutions, for popular Truck and SUV platforms. These advanced enclosures feature premium materials and construction and designed and manufactured in the USA, using advanced CAD and CNC production, to meet Audiomobile’s demanding standards.
Matt Overpeck, EVP of Audjomobile commented, “We have learned a great deal over the past several years, regarding the key factors, in producing upscale subwoofer enclosures, but it took some time to develop the optimal, synergistic blend of relevant designs, that serve to incorporate the latest manufacturing technologies. With the increased demand for compact “form-factor” solutions, especially for the ubiquitous truck and SUV market, our goal was to craft the ideal combination of domestically manufactured, compact subwoofer solutions, while addressing both an array of popular ‘vehicle specific’ applications, but with unique capability to offer substantially greater platform application flexibility.”
Unlike the typical 5/8” domestic or PRC type material, every ‘SPEED’ and loaded ‘SoloPass’ enclosure employs premium, ¾” USA MDF, while the front baffle features a dual-layer ¾” (1.5” total), to insure maximum baffle rigidity and ‘flush-mount’ the drivers, for enhanced cosmetic appeal. This unique feature also allows many models to be easily ‘inverted,’ for “Down-fire” applications, using the optional, ‘Iso-feet’ kit. This unique feature also effectively ‘floats’ the enclosure, and which is especially useful in trunk and cargo / boot applications, where clients do not wish to compromise the utility of their limited storage space – either under-seat or behind seats.
Key ‘SPEED’ Enclosure features include —
Premium ¾” USA MDF panels, featuring double front baffles, for extreme rigidity, plus flush-mounted drivers
Each model cross-braced and/or features ‘Dado’ construction and premium adhesives, to insure air-tight seal
“Open-System Architecture,” allows Dealers to tailor subwoofer systems for Impedance or power-handling
Premium, plush black carpet, or spray-on ‘bedliner’ coating, depending on specific vehicle or form-factor
All models feature Gold-plated, 8-gauge, 5-way binding terminals, to accept ‘Banana Plug’ for secure connections
The newest model, is for F-150 behind-seat, designed for dual Evo 8” (SSFR 225.2), delivers 800 watt power-handling and will ship at the end of the month. It will be followed this Spring with other models, including 10” Maverick, as well as F-150/Raptor, Ram 1500 ‘Classic,’ GM Silverado/Sierra, and Toyota Tacoma / Tundra – all dual 10” systems, plus other popular truck platforms.
LIBERTYVILLE, IL (04.18.24) – Exclusively for Jeep Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT vehicles — Rear Overhead Soundbars deliver LOUDER AUDIO PLAYBACK with deeper details of sound. Get ready for your customers to take in new dimensions of audio within their Jeep Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT vehicles through Music. Defined. listening.
Have your customers drive into spring adventure with audio adrenaline that creates new levels of playback through JL/JT Jeep Tuned Audio.
Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbars add audio layers upon music transforming sound into BIGGER dimensions of higher performance. Get ready for your customers to immerse their sound with Music. Defined. playback that places them within the concert right in their Jeep Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT vehicle.
Choose from either Compression Horn (with RGB Lighting or without) or Coaxial (with RGB Lighting or without) soundbar speaker models (available for Jeep JL 2018 — Current or Gladiator JT 2020 — Current models). Four 8-inch speakers within an enclosure add dynamic layers of immersive audio while featuring 1-inch Titanium dome tweeters that create clean levels of playback.
The MB Quart MBQJ-48HRGB and MBQJ-48H feature dynamic and LOUD 8-inch Compression Horn speakers with an innovated enclosure, but the MBQJ-48HRGB also includes RGB LED lighting to bring the concert to life with moving colors to showcase an in-vehicle concert right in your customer’s Jeep JL/JT vehicle. Bring the concert anywhere the spring trails demand!
Designed to directly replace and upgrade the OEM rear speaker soundbar, both of these rear overhead soundbars bring to life every genre of audio with incredible details, clean playback, and higher volume.
Learn more HERE about the MBQJ-48HRGB or HERE about the MBQJ-48H Compression Horn Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbars.
The MBQJ-48CRGB and MBQJ-48C Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbars feature 8-inch Coaxial speakers with an enclosure (like the MBQJ-48HRGB), but the MBQJ-48CRGB also includes RGB LED lighting. The MBQJ-48C still features 8-inch Coaxial speakers with the enclosure producing sound quality that is clean, immersive, and dynamic. TURN UP THE LOUD on every trail!
Learn more HERE about the MBQJ-48CRGB or HERE about the MBQJ-48C Coaxial Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbars.
Both Coaxial and Compression Horn speakers include 1-inch Titanium dome tweeters with a lightweight composite frame design for maximum airspace giving your sound a richer detail with total undistorted quality. Thespeaker enclosure is a composite construction with a MB Quart logo badge, as this drop-in upgrade utilizes the roof area around the B-pillar.
Vehicle-specific wiring and harnessing make for simple Plug and Play OEM style installation and setup easy and fast with basic hand tools only required.
Once your customers have heard what Jeep Tuned Audio can do for their favorite songs, no matter the genre, there’s just no going back. Transcend every outdoor listening adventure with MB Quart Jeep Tuned Audio that redefines their music through Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbars.
MB Quart Jeep Tuned Audio makes outdoor adventures reach new heights. Learn more HERE about the line of MB Quart Jeep Tuned Audio products and CONTACT your Maxxsonics sales representative NOW to place your MB Quart Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbar order.
LONG BEACH, CA (04.17.24) – JVC is proud to announce the promotion of Steve Coté to the position of Director of Sales. With an impressive track record spanning decades with JVCKENWOOD, Coté’s dedication, leadership, and innovative approach have been instrumental in driving the company’s growth and success.
Having joined JVC in August 2016, Coté quickly proved himself as a dynamic force within the organization. His mindset led to the co-founding of the Hot Shots training program, which has significantly enhanced the skills and knowledge base of the EDA distributor sales force, ensuring they remain at the forefront of industry trends and advancements.
Within the first year of joining the JVC sales team, Coté was honored with the prestigious JVCKENWOOD M3P award. This recognized his unwavering commitment to excellence and reputation as someone who embodies passion, positivity, and integrity in all endeavors.
In his new role, Coté will oversee the business for JVC nationally, as well as continue to manage relationships with two key buying groups: EDA and MESA. His experience and understanding of market dynamics will bolster the company’s partnerships within these influential organizations.
“We are thrilled to announce Steve’s promotion to Director of Sales for JVC,” said JVCKENWOOD’s Executive Vice President Dave Hoag. “Steve’s proven leadership, industry expertise, and strong dealer relationships make him the ideal candidate for this role. We have full confidence in his ability to drive continued success and growth for the organization.”
As Director of Sales for JVC, Coté will continue to lead with integrity, innovation, and a dealer-centric focus, further propelling JVC towards its strategic objectives and solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the 12-Volt electronics industry.
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO (04.17.24) – SolarFX Window Films shipments have filled the warehouse as the window tinting season is here. SolarFX also has POP items to help dealers attract consumers to their stores, create in-store attention and reward customers.
Shawn Vogler in the well-stocked SolarFX warehouse.
Shawn Vogler stated “Our window films business continues to grow year over year and we are excited for the 2024 season as the summer’s heat is just around the corner. We have a ton of marketing POP to grab attention in a dealer’s market and drive business into their stores. Light up outside signs and flag banners plus a wide selection of in the showroom items including neon wall clocks, wall vinyl stickers, stand up banners, welcome door mats and bar stools are available. For the dealer’s customers we offer key chains, koozies, lanyards, wrist bands, sunglasses and the very popular rubber ducks. A variety of stickers are also available.”
SolarFX inventory shipments arrive in packed trailers…two last week.
As the window tint season is here Vogler and staff members are headed to the Tinter Battles in Orlando FL. Tinter Battles runs April 18-20 at the all-new Wiz Castle in Orlando. SolarFX is an event supporter that brings together window tinting and paint professionals and prospects from around the world for 3 days of education, business development, competitions and entertainment.
The latest shipment was 72 pallets of SolarFX window film.
For the season SolarFX also has a dealer buy-in for a 16” X 43” acrylic sign with 4 stand-off brackets. The Product Code is SFX-1643.
SolarFX Window Films are manufactured with the most advanced technologies in the industry. By utilizing these leading-edge technologies the company is able to produce some of the world’s best performing Automotive Window Films, Architectural/Residential Films, Paint Protection Films and Security/Safety Films available on the market today. The Dragon Distributing 27,000 sq ft warehouse is well stocked and ready to ship.
Concluding, “We have a window film to match every budget and performance need. SolarFX Window Films is one of the fastest growing window films companies in the US and we invite all to… Feel the FX of SolarFX Window Films.”
The Vogler family has been associated with the mobile electronics industry for decades and now is focused on driving the company’s SolarFX window films business.
DAYTONA BEACH, FL (04.17.24) – As the official audio sponsor for Jeep Beach 2024 – MB Quart is heading down to Daytona Beach, Florida, for the biggest Jeep party under the sun! Attracting over 200,000 visitors and 20,000 Jeeps every year, MB Quart is looking to join in on the Jeep fun by showcasing a variety of Jeep Tuned Audio Kits including the reveal of ALL-NEW Jeep Wrangler JK Tuned Audio Kits in 2024.
All of the Music. Defined. Jeep Tuned Audio action takes place at Daytona Beach, Florida, and runs through April 19th (Friday) through April 28th (Sunday). The biggest Jeep beach party in the nation will promise to deliver on many Jeep Waves, incredible MB Quart Jeep demo vehicle builds, and Music. Defined. performance with audio products for Jeep Wrangler JL, Jeep Gladiator JT, and NOW ALL-NEW for 2024 Jeep Wrangler JK. It’s time to get ready for the Florida sun, LOUDER AUDIO, and good Jeep vibes.
Brian Sherman, Vice President of Product and Marketing, said, “We are very excited to be taking part in Jeep Beach 2024 and continuing to be the official audio sponsor of Jeep Beach. We can’t wait to expand our MB Quart line of Jeep Tuned Audio products to the Wrangler JK family of vehicles (2007-2018) debuting at Jeep Beach 2024. Hearing all of the requests for Music. Defined. Jeep Tuned Audio wanted in Jeep Wrangler JK vehicles – I am thrilled to finally showcase what these MB Quart Jeep JK Tuned Audio Kits can do and perform at Jeep Beach 2024.”
Alden Stiefel, President of Maxxsonics, mentioned, “MB Quart Jeep Tuned Audio has arrived for Jeep JK vehicles, and I can’t wait for everyone to hear upgraded performance and sound for those that love their Jeep JK vehicle. MB Quart will continue to bring the party with HIGHER QUALITY SOUND and playback spread across Jeep Wrangler JL, Jeep Gladiator JT, and now Jeep Wrangler JK. Here’s to another LOUD and successful Jeep Beach!”
ABOUT THE ALL-NEW JEEP JK TUNED AUDIO STAGE KITS LINE Get ready for your Jeep Tuned Audio to become infused with adventure Jeep Wrangler JK adrenaline in every beat and HEAR MORE DETAILS in your Jeep JK vehicle. MB Quart Jeep JK Tuned Audio will deliver an immersive soundscape of deeper layers of quality, performance, and sound in every beat.
Choose from a variety of different MB Quart Tuned Audio Jeep Wrangler JK kits to elevate your sound within your Jeep JK Wrangler vehicle. The MBQJK-28C and MBQJK-28CRGB (RGB lights included) feature 8-inch coaxial speakers with 1-inch Titanium dome tweeters utilizing a waterproof coated silk surround and injection molded composite polypropylene cones that deliver impactful mids with minimal cone flex – maximizing audio gains in every beat. The MBQJK-28E is just the enclosure for your Jeep JK Wrangler vehicle.
The JS1-216JK Speaker Kit elevates Jeep Wrangler JK audio with crisp sound, clean playback, and deeper layers of listening in every beat. This two 6.5-inch convertible speaker system features a shallow lightweight frame design for maximum airspace, increasing undistorted audio, while WideSphere Technology 1-inch dome tweeters incorporate the reproduction of high frequencies for maximizing highs in every song. Hear MORE of your audio on every journey with the JS1-216JK speaker kit!
The MBQJK-STG2AH-1 is a STAGE 2 800-watt JK Specific Audio Kit that takes all of the guesswork out. This STAGE 2 JK Specific Audio Kit includes a front set of JS1-216JK speakers, two 400-watt amplifiers, wiring, and an amplifier plate for an easy audio upgrade that instantly enhances sound. This JK Specific Audio Kit offers another opportunity to select what Jeep JK Tuned Audio setup works best for your Jeep Wrangler JK vehicle – whether it’s the MBQJK-28C, MBQJK-28CRGB, or the JS1-216JK Speaker Kit – MB Quart Jeep JK Tuned Audio has you covered!
ELEVATE YOUR BASS with BIGGER BASS IMPACT exclusively for Wrangler JL/JK vehicles with the JL/JK Tailgate Subwoofer. Featuring a massive 12 inches of Music. Defined. bass gains and 400 watts of power with an application-specific long-throw High Output design – your bass game will become elevated to new heights of immersive sound with heavy thumps and drops in every beat.
ABOUT JEEP WRANGLER JL/GLADIATOR JT TUNED AUDIO PRODUCTS Choose from 12 different MB Quart Tuned Audio Jeep Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT kits. Every kit is a direct replacement for all OEM speakers and includes Plug & Play OEM fitment. The MBQJ-STG6A-1 is an 800-watt STAGE 6 Jeep Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT tuned six-speaker system upgrade. In addition, for Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT vehicles are Rear Overhead Soundbars. Choose from either a Compression Horn or Coaxial soundbar (both come with or without RGB lighting) that features four 8-inch speakers within an enclosure and hear dynamic layers of superior-sounding audio throughout every beat.
Having a very successful Jeep Beach 2023 – Jeep Beach 2024 looks to build upon the grown excitement and commitment that MB Quart has invested in Jeep Tuned Audio over past years. This ALL-NEW line of Jeep JK Tuned Audio Stage Kits will redefine every adventure for Jeep JK vehicles forever.
For a complete breakdown of the ALL-NEW MB Quart Jeep JK soundbars and the Jeep JK speaker kit, head to the MB Quart website at https://mbquart.com/.
TORONTO, CANADA (04.16.24) – For the second consecutive year, the 2024 CMA EXPO brought together over 100 leading mobile electronics brands, retailers, and industry experts for a weekend of skill-building, product showcases, and networking. The Toronto Congress Center played host to an amazing turnout of more than 550 attendees, including more than 300 staff, management, and owners from the top mobile enhancement retailers from across the country.
Attendees in the hall of the Toronto Congress Centre waiting for the show floor doors to open.
CMA Networks Director of Operations, Frank Spezzano, and Content Director/Webcast Host Ben Woo noted that the continued success of the CMA EXPO can be directly attributed to the commitment from Canadian retailers and the supporting event sponsors.
The event was marked by three significant highlights. The first was the specialty Skills Training seminars, a testament to the importance of continuous learning in this dynamic industry. These sessions, led by industry experts, were so popular that many were standing room only, demonstrating the thirst for knowledge among attendees.
Bryan Schmitt conducted a Mobile Solutions workshop in this packed setting.
The Workshops featured several industry leading speakers, Ken Ward, Kris Bulla, Rob Haynes, Dean Beyett, Jon Kowanetz, Jody Culbertson and special guest Bryan Schmitt of Mobile Solutions.
Rob Haynes conducting a well attended JL Audio training session.
Second, exhibiting distributors and manufacturers shared six training rooms to provide an impressive 72 product-specific training sessions for retailers. Understanding the features, specifications, and capabilities of the products offered to consumers is fundamental to delivering upgrades that offer the best balance of value, performance, and reliability.
The 6-person Atlantic Car Stereo team traveled 1100 miles from Nova Scotia to Toronto to take advantage of the learning opportunities at the CMA Expo 2024. Pictured (L to R) Trevor Horning-Shop Manager, Darrell Russell-Owner, Amy Bowler-Sales, Sarah Russell-Owner, Chris Francis-Sales and Cullen Courtney-Installation Technician.
The third element of the event was the exhibit hall. With almost 30,000 square feet of space, exhibitors put on a trade show like no other in the country. Distributors like Automobility, Gemsen, Importel, Trends,DIX Performance, Gentec International (featuring Sony & Alpine), and Erikson Consumer had demo vehicles and interactive product displays set up for retailers to experience. Manufacturer booths included SiriusXM, JVCKenwood, Pioneer, Metra, Stinger, and Fortin.
Billy Alexandre conducting a THINKWARE Dash Cam session for a packed meeting room.
Along the back wall, Trends had a Tesla Model 3, a Focal-equipped Lexus, and a Chevy Silverado all the way from B.C. Three Harley touring bikes represented Cicada Audio, Focal, and Aquatic AV motorcycle audio upgrade solutions. A stunning surf-theme Chevy Wagon with KICKER audio equipment, a slammed Jeep Gladiator with JL Audio equipment, and a cool Harley-Davidson with Precision Power gear met attendees in the Gemsen Booth. Importel hosted four amazing vehicles, including the Audiofrog Volvo, the amazing ARC Audio Jetta, the Ground Zero Ford Maverick, and a no-holds-barred Jeep Gladiator chock full of DB Drive audio equipment and cool lighting.
Ken Ward conducting an Audison DSP tuning organized by Automobility.
The impressive Automobility booth was broken into brand-specific sections with Rockford Fosgate leading the way with four vehicles, including a custom Harley, a cool Campagna T-Rex, a Polaris Ranger, and a Jeep Wrangler. We’d be remiss in overlooking the tattoo studio run by Luna Ink to brand attendees with their choice of Rockford Fosgate ink. The other end of the booth had a lifted RAM 3500 with Hertz gear and a Tesla Model 3 with Audison equipment. A tastefully restored Ford Bronco in the Memphis booth attracted much attention.
Sony displayed a pair of Toyotas to highlight the Mobile ES and GS-Series products. Alpine showcased their famous Tesla Model S with an outrageous F#1 Status sound system. In keeping with their ongoing theme of standing out from the crowd, JVCKenwood upgraded a go-kart with speakers and an amplifier with built-in Bluetooth. They also had a super-clean Ford F-150 on display. The SiriusXM booth featured a cool Land Rover Defender.
In between activities, the hallways were filled as attendees waited for the next session.
Every aspect of the car audio industry was covered with solutions for cars, trucks, motorcycles, powersports, and marine applications. Remote car starter and security systems, audio integration solutions, smartphone connectivity upgrades, lighting, telematics, satellite radio, radar detectors, wiring, fabrication tools, and much more were available to experience, and manufacturer specialists could answer all the questions retailers could imagine.
Jacob Luckey conducting a KICKER training session.
Another highlight from this year’s event was the SiriusXM Networking Lounge in the main lobby giving industry professionals a spot to connect, meet and discuss business.
Finally, all the Expo attendees were invited to celebrate at the inaugural CMA Expo Industry Party presented by SiriusXM and held at the Delta Hotels Toronto Airport. CMA Expo guests who attended the event were treated to live music by Blue Silver, Radio Sonics, and DJ Splinter.
As the industry continues to evolve, CMA NETWORKS remains committed to providing invaluable opportunities for networking, education, and innovation. Stay tuned for updates on the next installment of this groundbreaking event by visiting www.cmaexpo.ca
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