SiriusXM Announces Extensive Coverage for 2023 NFL Season

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NEW YORK, NY (09.08.23) – Throughout the 2023 NFL season, kicking off this week, SiriusXM will be the exclusive third-party audio provider of live play-by-play for every NFL game across North America. SiriusXM subscribers get access to every minute of every game on their SiriusXM radio and on the SiriusXM App, plus exclusive shows and in-depth news and talk on the 24/7 SiriusXM NFL Radio channel and select Club content from NFL teams.

For this Thursday’s Kickoff matchup between the defending Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs and the Detroit Lions (8:20 pm ET in Kansas City), subscribers who are listening on the radio in their cars can hear the Chiefs broadcast on channel 85 or 225*, the Lions broadcast on 83 or 226*, the Westwood One national radio broadcast on channel 88 and the Spanish-language broadcast on 135 or 227*. (*channel number depends on make of subscriber’s vehicle.) The schedule of games on SiriusXM is available here: SiriusXM.com/Sports

Subscribers can also listen to this and every game on the SiriusXM app on their mobile devices and on smart speakers and other connected devices in their home. The SiriusXM app offers 32 NFL team channels, each dedicated to carrying the official radio broadcast for each NFL team, plus pre- and post-game shows for every game, making it easy for fans to find and listen to their favorite team’s announcers all season long. All 32 team channels are also available in vehicles equipped with SiriusXM’s 360L radios.

On SiriusXM’s 24/7 SiriusXM NFL Radio channel, available on SiriusXM radio (channel 88) and on the SiriusXM app, fans get exceptional insight into the league 365 days a year.

New to the SiriusXM NFL Radio team this season will be three-time Pro Bowl quarterback Alex Smith, who will host The SiriusXM Blitz every Thursday at noon ET/9 am PT with Bruce Murray. Smith joins a loaded “quarterbacks room” at SiriusXM.

SiriusXM listeners will also hear seven-time Super Bowl champion quarterback Tom Brady on his show, Let’s Go!; 2002 NFL MVP Rich Gannon, who also hosts The SiriusXM Blitz on SiriusXM NFL Radio; Super Bowl XXI MVP Phil Simms, who can be heard every Friday on Simms and the Mad Dog on both the SiriusXM NFL Radio and Mad Dog Sports Radio channels; and veteran signal-callers Jim Miller and Ryan Leaf.

SiriusXM NFL Radio’s team also includes Hall of Famers Derrick Brooks, Tim Brown, James Lofton and Bill Polian, former NFL executives Mark Dominik, Pat Kirwan, Rick Spielman and Mike Tannenbaum, and former players and coaches including Charles Davis, Leger Douzable, Larry Fitzgerald, Todd Haley, Ryan Harris, Brad Hopkins, Ed McCaffrey, Kirk Morrison, Donald Penn, Max Starks, Robert Turbin, Shane Vereen, Charlie Weis, James White, Solomon Wilcots, Bruce Gradkowski and Matt Simms. 

SiriusXM NFL Radio voices also include a number of NFL insiders and radio veterans including Howard Balzer, Vic Carucci, Adam Caplan, Steve Cohen, Zig Fracassi, Mike Keith, Dan Leberfeld, Bill Lekas, Rhett Lewis, Alex Marvez, Jade McCarthy, Lance Medow, David Moulton, Bob Papa, Lindsay Rhodes, Amber Theoharis and Steve Torre.

Fans can also search their favorite team’s name in the SiriusXM app for additional content from NFL teams including podcasts, coach’s shows, player interviews and press conferences.

For more on SiriusXM’s NFL programming, a link to the SiriusXM NFL Radio channel and NFL game schedules go to SiriusXM.com/NFL.

KICKER Traveled to Johannesburg South Africa to Work with Distributor PlanetWorld

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA (09.07.23) – On Saturday night August 19th John Myers and David Glasgow boarded their flight from Stillwater OK to Johannesburg for the 9100 mile flight….with a few flight airport stops along the way. The total roundtrip travel time topped 56 hours.

John Myers (L) and David Glasgow seated on Saturday night August 19th for the 9100 mile flight to Johannesburg South Africa from KICKER land.
The stage was set for the Dealer Show evening at the PlanetWorld HQ. Note the VEGAS lights in front of the stage spotlighting the trip to SEMA drawing.

Their schedule included working with the PlanetWorld team at the company’s headquarters, visiting KICKER dealers served by PlanetWorld and concluding the week long trip with a dealer show evening hosted by PlanetWorld.

“The guys at Planet World knocked it out of the park for the Dealer Show night! We had a 45 minute product training session followed up by a break with open bar and food. A company hired by PlanetWorld set up a mini Casino in the parking lot. Dealers attending were all given “KICKER” money to play with as the company taught all how to play craps, poker, roulette, and blackjack. This part of the event was so much fun” Myer related.

Dealers having fun during casino night.
 Luke Rochester, Quewen Webb, Johan Venter, Denzil Williamson, David Glasgow and John Myers grab a photo op after the drawing for the trip to SEMA. Venter and Williamson were the drawing winners.

After the break all went back for another hour for some integration and testing tool training. This was to help attendees learn how to diagnose the audio systems in newer cars with a RTA, oscilloscope and mulitmeter.

After the training was over, Dave and Quewen drew the lucky winners randomly from the box of tokens for the special trip to this years SEMA show. The winners Johan Venter and Denzil Williamson who will be arriving in Las Vegas from Saturday to Thursday during SEMA and then off to Stillwater to take a tour through the KICKER facility and another fun event planned by Dave Glasgow at KICKER.

David Glasgow (L) reaches into the box of tickets that Quewen Webb holds for the trip to Vegas for SEMA.
John Myers conducting the training to diagnose audio systems in newer cars.

“The guys from Johannesburg KICKER dealer LA Sports won the drawing by selling product and collecting tokens set for order requirements. They were so excited” Myers concluded.

John Myers is Sr. Global Trainer and Media Custom Projects Specialist and David Glasgow is the International Sales Manager.

Visit kicker.com for more.

Automobility Appointed as Exclusive Canadian Distributor of Dynamat Products

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MONTREAL, CANADA (09.07.23) – AutoMobility is excited to announce that it will be the exclusive Canadian distributor for Dynamat Inc.

As the country’s largest automotive electronics distributor, AutoMobility will represent the complete
line of Dynamat innovative products to deliver make driving your vehicle more enjoyable by reducing
noise, heat, and vibration.

Phil Camirand shows a selection of Dynamat products in Automobility’s Montreal headquarters showroom.

“We couldn’t be more excited about Automobility becoming part of the Dynamat family by representing
our brand in the Canadian marketplace. Their leadership, cultural values and customer-first approach
combined with an industry-leading team of 12-volt mobile electronics experts is the perfect compliment
to our unwavering focus on our own customer experience, quality, speed and innovation.“ Stated
Michael Good, Dynamat’s CEO.

“The name Dynamat is very well-known in the mobile electronic space, they first established the market
and set the way for the soundproofing sector, which dates back more than three decades. In addition
to being the market leader in automotive acoustic solutions worldwide, Dynamat is renowned for
manufacturing products of the highest possible quality across a variety of industries, including home
acoustics, marine, recreational vehicles, and OEM” said Mike Berger Vice president of sales at
Automobility.

“We at Automobility are committed to going above and beyond to ensure that we do whatever we have
to do to ensure that Dynamat will be the soundproofing choice of mobile electronic specialists in
Canada” said Rob Nelson at Automobility.

AutoMobility is Canada’s largest mobile electronics distributor. Headquartered in Montreal, along with
offices and warehousing facilities in Toronto and Vancouver, customers benefit from complete national
sales support and expedited shipping. Since 1991, AutoMobility has been servicing mass merchants,
Mobile electronic retailers and new car dealerships for over 30 years. Their mission is to offer the most
technologically advanced Mobile audio and integration ,remote start and security, radar detection,
mobile video, dash cam products.

Visit automob.ca and dynamat.com for more.

Two Days of Music, Motorsports, Car Culture and Consumers: Expand Your Brand at SEMA Fest

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (09.07.23) – Tickets are now available for SEMA Fest, the inaugural, two-day outdoor festival to be held Friday, November 3-Saturday, November 4, 12:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds in Las Vegas, and SEMA has officially opened sponsorship opportunities for industry members to get involved and connect with consumers like never before.  

Companies can now secure their part of the exclusive SEMA Fest Marketplace–which is expected to provide access to more than 30,000 music and motorsports enthusiasts (and potential new customers)–across two days in a one-of-a-kind festival setting. Industry businesses wishing to participate in the SEMA Fest Marketplace can submit an Exhibit Space Application here.

In addition, organizers are also providing several types of sponsorship activations. But hurry, space is limited for these unique programs! If you’re interested in SEMA Fest sponsorship opportunities, contact our dedicated representative at partnership@semafest.com.

How to Display Your Vehicle at SEMA Fest

Displaying your vehicle at SEMA Fest is another effective way to interact with enthusiasts of various levels and genres. Simply select “Display My Vehicle” in the ticketing options. All vehicles entered will be placed on a waitlist until the car is reviewed and approved. Vehicle displays do not require exhibitor sponsorship and include one (1) general admission ticket to the festival.

Additional key points regarding show vehicles include:  

  • Approved vehicle owners will be advised by September 22 when their vehicle will need to arrive for check-in on either Wednesday, November 1, or Thursday, November 2, for placement at SEMA Fest. 
  • SEMA Fest Management will provide a schedule for when vehicles may depart the Festival Grounds after the event, Saturday night or Sunday morning, November 5. 
  • Vehicles that arrive late for check-in will not be placed. 
  • No refunds will be issued to vehicles that arrive late or cancel 
  • Vehicles displayed at SEMA Fest will not be eligible to compete in Battle of the Builders. 
  • Vehicles displayed at the SEMA Show will not be able to display at SEMA Fest. 

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit semafest.com. 

IASCA Worldwide Competition at Surf City SoundOff Was a Resounding Success

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EAST WENATCHEE, WA (09.06.23) – IASCA Worldwide Inc. has once again concluded a very successful 3x WRE event at the Surf City Soundoff at Chinook Winds casino in Lincoln City, OR.

Over 300 entries were recorded in this year’s event. With the increase in entries, competition had to be scheduled as full days for both days of the event, with some into the evening. Between the Soundoff, car show and lowrider show, donations to Angels Anonymous totaled $27,510.00.

“I’d like to thank Chinook Winds Casino and the Surf City Soundoff for inviting us back in 2023.” Said IASCA President Travis Chin “Everyone was excited about the huge increase in entries; we had to work a lot harder for the two days, but it was all worthwhile. I can only see the event growing even further in coming years!”

Competitions added to the event this year included IASCA Niteglow and R/C car competitions. Four IASCA SPL World Records were broken at the event as well.

As each year grows from the previous year’s event, so do the sponsors. This year saw 50 companies support the event, including:

“I’d also like to thank our judging team who worked tirelessly throughout the weekend to ensure all vehicles were properly evaluated and recognized” Travis Chin continued to say “”They, along with the competitors, are the ones who make this event so great!”

This year’s IASCA Judging team included Andrea Paulson, Bill Turner, Drew Chin, Frankie Smith, Jade Akins, Jeremy Price, Jeremy Taylor, Josh Greer, Justin Silva, Kimo Kealoha, Ray Pimley, Salvador Vargas, Scott Sinde, Scott Welch and Vivian Kealoha.

For more information on IASCA Worldwide and the Car Toys soundoff series, visit iasca.com or contact President Travis Chin at travis@iasca.com. For more information on Chinook Winds Casino and the Surf City Soundoff, visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/526553134043246/ and https://www.chinookwindscasino.com/. Results can be seen at iasca.com/downloads. For more information on Angels Anonymous, visit https://www.angels-anonymous-lc.org/.

SSV Works Launches Lighted Speaker Pod Kits for Select Off-Road Vehicles

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OXNARD, CA (09.06.23) – SSV Works is proud to announce the launch of LIT Works, its new lighted speaker pod kits for select off-road vehicles. Now available, LIT Works is initially available for select Polaris RZR Pro Series, Polaris RZR, Polaris Ranger, Can-Am X3, and Kawasaki KRX1000.

“Or customers asked for a lighted, high-end, plug-n-play solution for leading off-road vehicles, and we have delivered with LIT Works,” said Trevor Kaplan, SSV Works CEO. “The kit provides everything the customer needs for a leading edge, end-to-end audio system for off-roading in any conditions.”

The lighted speaker pod kits include:

  • JVC MR1 headunit w/backup camera (JVC does not come with Polaris Ride Command Kits)
  • RGB lighting controller by SSV Works
  • Speaker enclosures and cage pods with 6.5-inch 120 watt RGB speakers
  • Subwoofer enclosure with the new SSV Works 1000-watt subwoofer
  • Phase EQ 800.5 Amp
  • MSRP: starting at $1,849.99

“All other companies backlight their speaker grilles to shine on the speaker cones,” Kaplan explained. “We went the extra step by adding LED lighting to the shape of our star grille for accent lighting. And the speaker pods? Others just illuminate their logo, but we went a step further by adding accent to the shape of the pod itself, making them stand out even more.”

For more information, please visit www.SSVWorks.com, call 818-991-1SSV (1778), or email sales@SSVworks.com.

DEI Sponsoring The Shootout 2023

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AVON LAKE, OH (09.06.23) – Design Engineering Inc. (DEI) is proud to be a 2023 class presenting sponsor of The Shootout, a premier drag racing event presented by Buschur’s LLC. In its 30th year, The Shootout is the world’s largest Mitsubishi/DSM racing event. This year’s event spans Sept. 15-17 at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio.

There will be new offerings for the DSM and Mitsubishi communities, along with Ecoboost, A90 Supra, Z-car and other classes hosting the Mitsubishi vs. the World competition.

“We are thrilled once again to support this historic event, especially in its 30th anniversary year,” said Will Farkas, Social Media & Sponsorship Coordinator of DEI. “There is nothing like it for racing fans, and we are fortunate to have this world-class event right here in our backyard at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk.”

There will be no shortage of DEI products at the event. DEI provides performance heat and sound control products that help drag racers be more competitive. Industry-leading materials and custom fit products provide cooler in-cabin temperatures and thermal containment, even in the tightest of spaces.

For a full schedule and more information about The Shootout 2023, visit importdrag.com. To learn more information about DEI’s complete line of heat and sound control products, visit www.designengineering.com.

KICKER Rolled into the Springfield Fairgrounds for the American Flat Track Doubleheader

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SPRINGFIELD, IL (09.05.23) – The American Flat Track Labor Day Weekend Doubleheader took place Saturday and Sunday September 2nd and 3rd. Lorin Morrell pulled with a trailer loaded with event set up tents, products, supplies and KICKER RZR on Friday morning.

Just after the gates opened Saturday morning attendees began to arrive.

“The trip began in Havasu AZ and included a stop at KICKER’s HQ in Stillwater where we loaded the trailer for the American Flat Track Race. On arriving in Springfield that was nearly 1700 miles” Morrell related.

The KICKER booth was ready to go late Friday afternoon.

When the gates opened Saturday morning all was set for the Labor Day Doubleheader. The weather was sunny for the weekend but a bit on the warm side. This was the 3rd year for Morrell to represent KICKER at the event.

Early Friday morning it was time to start set up and shine up the RZR.

“We were set up on the backside of the Springfield Fairgrounds main building and all attending the event passed the KICKER booth area when they entered . For the most part the RZR was Livin’Loud at 75% volume. From time to time we took it to over 90% during a demo. Attendees were almost all bikers and we could show the KICKER KMC4 in the RZR. KICKER replacement speakers were also products that caught bikers attention” Morrell offered.

The Saturday crowd this year was up from 2022 and all were excited to watch the racing. Unlike the past couple of years the weather was sunny throughout the event.

Time for Jared Mees to pick up his winners trophy Saturday.?
The drive Sunday morning included passing the Arch in St Louis.

“The Labor Day Weekend Doubleheader definitely provided a lot of branding for KICKER and attendees were excited to be onsite. Being in the booth I didn’t see any racing but could hear the racers on the straightaway. A lot of lanyards were handed out and some T’s too. During each awards ceremony the MC gave shout-outs to KICKER as an event sponsor also” Morrell concluded.

The RAM loaded and ready to head out from KICKER HQ on Thursday for Springfield, IL.

From Springfield the next stop is Stillwater to reload the RAM and trailer for the Sand Sports Super Show in Costa Mesa September 15-17. Morrell will spend a few days recharging back home in Lake Havasu AZ before heading north to Costa Mesa CA.

Visit kicker.com for more.

Rev Up Your Engines for the RPM Annual Dealer Show

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DOWNEY, CA (09.05.23) – “We are thrilled to announce the RPM Annual Dealer Show, a captivating event designed to connect industry players, enthusiasts, and families alike. Set against the backdrop of the Marconi Auto Museum, a haven for automotive enthusiasts, our event promises an experience that will engage and delight attendees of all backgrounds” Eddie Ramirez stated.

Event Details: Date: September 24th Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Venue: Marconi Auto Museum, 1302 Industrial Drive, Tustin, CA 92780

Ramirez continued to highlight was attendees can expect what to expect:

Vendor Showcase: Discover the latest innovations and products in the mobile electronics industry from Automotive Data Solutions, Autotek, Compustar, Drone Mobile, Hifonics, JVC, Kenwood, Lucas Lighting, Metra Electronics, Racesport Lighting, Soundskins, Triton Audio and more.

“Join us at the RPM Dealer Show to experience the incredible Hifonics GMR7V1 plus an exciting array of other top brands and products” Eddie Ramirez stated.

Tech Training: Don’t miss the exclusive Maestro training session from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. This session introduces you to “Maestro idatalink,” the pinnacle of radio replacement solutions in the market. Learn about the best and easiest-to-install solution that’s transforming the way we experience car audio.

Giveaways and Raffles: A dynamic event isn’t complete without exciting giveaways and raffles. Attendees have the chance to win valuable prizes, including 75” TVs, Blackstone Grill, Apple, and mobile electronics products.

Delicious Food: Enjoy a delectable spread of food that caters to all tastes, ensuring that attendees remain energized and focused throughout the event.

Endless Fun: Engage in various entertaining activities suitable for individuals and families. Showcase of Fantastic Vehicles: Immerse yourself in a world of captivating automobiles that will leave you in awe.

For more information contact rpm@rpmsalesgroup.com, or visit website rpmsalesgroup.com.

Vickers AV to Distribute NavAtlas Products

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MARIETTA, GA (09.05.23) – Vickers AV has added NavAtlas products to the brands the Marietta GA based company distributes in the Southeastern US.

Kelley Vickers related, “NavAtlas products cover a wide selection for Powersports and outdoor vehicle applications. Dealers in our area are doing more business in the Powersports category so we added NavAtlas. We have inventory and already are shipping orders to dealers.”

Chloe pictured with a NavAtlas NS-14A when the shipment arrived in the Vickers AV warehouse.

Patrick Brooks, NavAtlas National Sales Manager stated, “Vickers AV has a strong reputation in their marketplace and it’s super to welcome them in the NavAtlas family. We have a broad lineup of products and the Soundbar category is really hot. We have 3 models in the lineup starting with a 14” unit. This unit is versatile and can mount anywhere. It is a perfect option for the Can AM Defender with windshield wipers. Riders can mount two NS14As to the front cage making it the only Soundbar you can do that with. It’s also being used to replace cage pods and the NA14 blows them away for sound.”

Continuing, “NavAtlas Soundbars are the only Soundbar on the market that offers audio out on the side of the unit. This unit gives riders the ability to daisy chain as many speakers into on system the riders wants. That is priceless for sound enthusiasts.”

“The NavAtlas line quickly got traction with dealers and the 35” Soundbar took off quickly,” Vickers concluded.

Visit vickersav.com and navatlas.com for more.