Modus to Exhibit at 2026 – Pacific NW Mobile Electronics Expo (PNWCEE)

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Brand to Showcase New Premium Mobile and Marine Audio Lines; PREACT™ Training Scheduled

OXNARD, CA (05.19.26) — Modus is proud to announce it will exhibit at the 2026 Pacific NW Mobile Electronics Expo (PNWCEE), held May 18–20 in Seattle at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Seattle Airport–Southcenter.

“As our new product lines roll out nationwide, PNWCEE gives us a high-impact way to connect with Pacific Northwest partners and put Modus innovation in their hands,” said Matthew Delgado, Director of Sales at DSP Solutions.

PNWCEE has established itself as a cornerstone event for the Pacific Northwest mobile electronics community, bringing together retailers, manufacturers, and dealers for new product showcases, hands-on demonstrations, and in-person training. With strong regional demand across both 12-volt and marine, the show offers an ideal environment for industry professionals to see what’s next and build relationships that drive the season ahead.

Jason Digos will conduct the MODUS Car Audio training session featuring PREACT Current Averaging Technology in meeting area Summit 2.

Modus Training Session (PNWCEE)

Modus will also host a training session designed for installers and sales professionals, featuring PREACT™ Current Averaging Technology: a patented approach to managing amplifier current for improved power efficiency, consistency, and real-world performance. The class will explain how PREACT adapts to varying vehicle electrical conditions, maintains stable output under load, and differs from traditional amplifier designs. Attendees will also explore real-world EV applications through a discussion of Tesla Cybertruck and Tesla Model X system examples, highlighting how PREACT enables high-performance audio in platforms with limited or sensitive electrical systems.

Training details:

Topic: MODUS Car Audio featuring PREACT™ Current Averaging Technology

Trainer: Jason Digos

When: May 19, 2026 | 5:05 PM – 6:00 PM

For more information about Modus products and partnership opportunities, request more information on the web at www.modusglobal.com .

Derek Hayman Is On The Road With RAD Car Audio

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LITTLE ROCK, AR (05.18.26) – Derek Hayman with DH and Associates is based in Little Rock AR and has been on the road for the last five months. Really on the road driving sales in the territory with RAD Car Audio. The states covered in the territory include Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Mississippi and Indiana.

Derek crossing another state line.
Rain does not slow Derek down on the road to see dealers.

Derek related “I see so many opportunities working directly with 12volt retailers. When I hit the road in the Yukon, I have samples in the vehicle and also show POP products and how to put a display together in retailer stores. When we meet in the store with retailers they really understand our mission and we are definitely making an impact in the territory and setting up new dealers. Derek’s wife also works on this mission and attends shows where RAD Car Audio booths are setup. “

At car shows and dealer events RAD Car Audio always has a booth set up to grab attention.
At an event in Sunrise MO at the Frank and Louis show Derek Hayman presented a competitor from the Sunrise Police department the RAD Car Audio Choice Award.

Continuing “Last week, we were really making moves in Tennessee and Mississippi as we worked to strengthen the consumer market with all the RAD Car Audio and Fair-interamerican products. During the week, with 1200 miles on the road, we were also on site with several events that were put together with retailers and organizations that truly engaged enthusiast in the area along with spotlighting Rad Car Audio”

Stay tuned for more as Derek hits the road.

For more email derekhayman40@icloid.com

Make Your Plans To Attend The SSR Distributors Show Dallas 2026

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DALLAS, TX (05.15.26) – The SSR Distributors Dealer Show 2026 takes place on Sunday, May 17 from 11AM to 5PM. Attendees can enjoy terrific savings, raffles, delicious food, attend trainings and meet in person with vendors. This will be a Family Friendly day for all.

“I’m headed to Big D to show new PowerBass products” Jeff Falk, National Sales Manager, related.
“Check out our tiny MDX400 in our booth” Jeff Fletcher.

“This will be our 5th Show and it’s definitely shaping up to be our biggest one yet. Every year the event continues to grow. Returning customers come back, new customers join us, we see more demo vehicles, more manufacturer vehicles and stronger customer participation with their own builds every year. We’ve even had to add a second parking lot because of the number of vehicles attending” Tracy Farr, VP of Sales & Operations, related.

Continuing “Our classroom training sessions during the event are always packed. This year, we’re adding an early bird training starting at 10AM before the main show begins. The show itself runs from 11AM to 5PM, but we wanted to give attendees a chance to get an early start for some extra education and product knowledge. We will also have two additional training sessions through the day. These are definitely classes you don’t want to miss and they do fill up quickly every year.”

“I will show all the latest from Reikken and Energie” Pat Szeman.
“I look forward to showing all the new Jensen Apex Power Series featuring high-performance sound and advanced materials for every driver” Doug Kern related.

“In all my years in distribution, I truly feel like SSR Dallas and SSR Houston Shows are incredibly well supported by our manufacturers, rep partners and extremely loyal dealer base. It’s great to see everyone continue to rally behind this event every year” Farr concluded.

For more see ssrdistributors.com

ZZ2 Expands Into EV Charging with New EZ2 Power Adapter Line

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BOCA RATON, FL (05.15.26) – Following the strong response to our EZ2 Power Extension Cables, we’re excited to introduce the next evolution in EV connectivity.

A complete lineup of fast, portable EV charging adapters designed to give your customers more flexibility, more compatibility, and more charging access than ever before.

WHY THIS MATTERS FOR YOUR CUSTOMERS

EV drivers today are facing one major challenge:

Our adapters unlock access to thousands of additional charging stations, giving drivers the freedom to charge wherever the road takes them.

WHAT MAKES EZ2 POWER DIFFERENT

WHY DEALERS SHOULD PAY ATTENTION

The EV market is growing fast and your customers are already asking:

POSITION YOURSELF AS THE EV SOLUTION PROVIDER

This isn’t just an accessory…

It’s a must-have solution for modern EV drivers

Be among the first to offer EZ2 Power EV

Charging Adapters to your customers.

POWER UP Sound with CRA GAINS from Crunch

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LIBERTYVILLE, IL (05.15.26) – CRA amplifiers raise the standards for high-output audio gains, unlocking the full potential of your system. Whether you’re starting your first build or stepping up to serious sound, the CRA series delivers clean power, tight control, and the precision your music deserves. Deliver MORE to your power with CRA.

CRA amplifiers bring clean, efficient power to every installation —from 2-channel amp setups to monster monoblocks. Fully adjustable crossovers, MOSFET efficiency, and electronic equalizers help tune sound to deliver cleaner highs, richer mids, and BIGGER BASS.

To learn more, click here.

PowerBass Is On The Ground In The UK For A Week

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ESSEX, UK (05.14.26) – Erik Harbour traveled to the UK on Sunday May 10th for a busy working with Safe and Sound Essex and to cap the week at the Isle of Wight Takeover 2026.

Safe and Sound Essex hosted a PowerBase dealer training event on Monday night at their location for dealers around the UK. It was a night of education and fun with Pizza, PowerBass and Pints…the 3 Ps.

Erik Harbour conducting a Monday night, Safe and Sound Essex PowerBass training.
The Safe and Sound rig was set up for demos.

At the event Safe and Sound Essex introduced Image Dynamics into the UK market as a new brand offering and everyone was very excited to get it going with both brands at their respective retail and installation locations.

“It’s always a treat to be in the UK. A big thanks to all for the support and hard work from Safe and Sound Essex and the Team. Carl Huntington at Nuts and Volts/PowerBassUK. We truly appreciate all of the dealers who made the drive out to be in attendance at the Safe and Sound Essex training. The training event was terrific as all attendees were so engaged” Harbour,
PowerBass VP, related.

An image from a previous Isle of Wight Takeover.

On Tuesday and Wednesday, there was more activity loading and on the road with sales staff in private meetings and then with Carl Huntington for more meetings.

Stay tuned fo more as the week caps at the Isle of Wight Takeover 2026.

KICKER Trains at Canadian “Summit”

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STILLWATER, OK (05.14.26) – As part of the annual Andre’s Electronic Experts Training Summit, the KICKER® brand made an appearance in the way of training for dozens of pro retailers and installers gathered in Kelowna, British Columbia April 26-28.

Brand manager Mike Danbrook of KICKER distributor GEMSEN (Concord, Ontario) and GEMSEN B.C. representative Ty Mauger welcomed KICKER sales manager Aziz Masri and Tech Force training manager Aaron Malin to the event for a day of KICKER product education and questions.

Andre’s Electronics is made up of nearly 30 stores in Canada and holds the Training Summit each year for store personnel.  The three-day Summit includes dinners, awards and several vendor training courses.

Visit kicker.com for more.

Modus to Exhibit at 2026 – Pacific NW Mobile Electronics Expo (PNWCEE)

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Brand to Showcase New Premium Mobile and Marine Audio Lines; PREACT™ Training Scheduled

Oxnard, Calif., May 16, 2026 — Modus is proud to announce it will exhibit at the 2026 Pacific NW Mobile Electronics Expo (PNWCEE), held May 18–20 in Seattle at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Seattle Airport–Southcenter.

“As our new product lines roll out nationwide, PNWCEE gives us a high-impact way to connect with Pacific Northwest partners and put Modus innovation in their hands,” said Matthew Delgado, Director of Sales at DSP Solutions.

PNWCEE has established itself as a cornerstone event for the Pacific Northwest mobile electronics community, bringing together retailers, manufacturers, and dealers for new product showcases, hands-on demonstrations, and in-person training. With strong regional demand across both 12-volt and marine, the show offers an ideal environment for industry professionals to see what’s next and build relationships that drive the season ahead.

Jason Digos will conduct the MODUS Car Audio training session featuring PREACT Current Averaging Technology in meeting area Summit 2.

Modus Training Session (PNWCEE)

Modus will also host a training session designed for installers and sales professionals, featuring PREACT™ Current Averaging Technology: a patented approach to managing amplifier current for improved power efficiency, consistency, and real-world performance. The class will explain how PREACT adapts to varying vehicle electrical conditions, maintains stable output under load, and differs from traditional amplifier designs. Attendees will also explore real-world EV applications through a discussion of Tesla Cybertruck and Tesla Model X system examples, highlighting how PREACT enables high-performance audio in platforms with limited or sensitive electrical systems.

Training details:

Topic: MODUS Car Audio featuring PREACT™ Current Averaging Technology

Trainer: Jason Digos

When: May 19, 2026 | 5:05 PM – 6:00 PM

For more information about Modus products and partnership opportunities, request more information on the web at www.modusglobal.com .

The 12volt Marketing Ball Is In Play Across The 12volt Industry

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SHREVEPORT, LA (05.13.26) – The 12volt Central Studios offers multiple ways for 12volt industry members to connect across the 12volt community and with consumers while delivering fresh industry news. The 12volt Central Studios Marketing Ball is the latest way. The 12voltSTP Tool, Custom QR Codes and 12volt Central Studios offer easy to use opportunities to connect with industry members and consumers. A SMARTPHONE and a snap of an image and a few words is all it takes….318 469 2526 IS THE NUMBER!

This week the PNWCEE 2026 in Seattle and the SSR Distributors Show in Dallas are on the immediate horizon. Several
exhibitors have sent images, along with show information, for 12volt Marketing Ball posts to drive visibility and awareness
for the events. Examples are shown below.

An industry member can hold a product in their office, snap an image, and we can put them in their custom studio. That can get their 12volt Central Studios Marketing Ball in play. The same works for sending images from Seattle and Dallas. Those images can also be posted in the future to extend the ROI from the events.

In-person trade shows, consumer and distributor shows are terrific venues to connect and show new products in one-on-one settings. Tradeshow and distributor show attendance over the last years has diminished. The 12volt Central Studios can put a company in their own custom studio utilizing the 12voltSTP Tool and deliver their message to the 12volt industry with the 12volt Central Studios Marketing Ball. Industry members must realize successful marketing is a 24/7 journey.

In today’s AI driven digital and social media world it is more important than ever for members of the 12volt industry to connect with industry members and consumers. These activities are more important than ever to drive in-vehicle automotive upgrade awareness and business for brick and mortar retailers. Consumers can’t feel the bass in their chest or appreciate the separation of mid-range and highs on a smartphone or laptop. The in-store experience is more important than ever!

A 12volt industry member can be at a show trade show, consumer show or a rep on the road calling calling on dealers. With the 12voltSTP Tool all it takes is for that industry member to snap and txt and Image, with a few words, to 318-469-2526 and we can put the 12volt Central Studios Marketing Ball in play showcasing your company’s activities.

For more see 12voltnews.com