GASTONIA, NC (03.17.26) – Make your plans to attend the 2026 Shiflet & Dickson 34th Annual Dealer Show. The event kicks off Saturday night at 7pm for the party with food and drinks at the Shiflet & Dickson location at 2480 Bessemer City Rd in Gastonia NC 28052. Live music and pork BBQ is on the menu plus time with manufacturer staff members, reps, fellow dealers and Shiflet & Dickson Team members.
Sunday is the show day that runs from 9AM until 5PM with over 40 brands represented. There will be lunch on Sunday with delicious delicious burgers and sides as the show runs from 9 AM until 5PM. The showroom will be packed with vendor booths and well as demo vehicles and bikes outside along with special unveilings.
Shiflet & Dickson’s David Holland stated “This will be our 34th dealer show and our company’s 71st Anniversary! Many dealers have not had the ability to go to a show recently to see the newest 12volt products. With vendor motorcycles, side by sides and pickups in the house we plan on letting our customers hear what these products sound like in a real world setting…. other than a YouTube video on a smartphone or laptop.”
The DB Drive Experience will be ready for dealers at the Shiflet & Dickson Show.
Once again, Dan from DK Electronics will demo loaded bikes outside
DB Drive is scheduled to unveil company’s new DB Experience plus tower speakers, amps, subwoofers and more. In addition, the company will be showcasing the new products with Randy Goodwin and Leo Gonzalez who will be working the show. Randy and Leo will also be selling profitability as a topic of discussions with dealers along with the new products.”
DK Electronics will again have 2 decked out demo bikes, featuring DB Drive and PowerBass gear, for live demos and once again Dan Klynstra will provide valuable real-world installation tips for dealers
“MAXPro is always super excited for Shiflet’s Spring Show. We are looking to discussing our new films and really digging into the benefits of adding PPF with Shiflet’s dealers this year. Shiflet sells a good amount of architectural products for his dealers. Now is the time for the tinting season and in rural areas farmers can really benefit with film installed. Also PPF protection has shown to help retain the resale value of a vehicle” Allison Parker stated.
Jeff Falk, PowerBass National Sales Manager, will show the new PBM Series which is a great small amp for motorcycle, boats or traditional 12volt installs. “This product is quickly becoming one of our best selling amps” Falk stated
Concluding Holland stated “Our show is like having our large family come into our facility for a large get together. We also have many of our vendors that have offered us special discounts before and after the show to make our dealers more profitable on their sales floors. We look forward to seeing our extended family on Saturday and Sunday, March 21st and 22nd.”
Contact your Shiflet & Dickson inside or outside sales person to make sure you are able to sit down and take advantage of the special pricing being offered for dealers at the show.
Stay tuned for more from the 12volt Central Studios.
CAMARILLO, CA (03.17.26) – SSV Works announced the launch of its new Plug-&-Play Rear-Seat 10″ Subwoofer Add-On Kit engineered specifically for the 2026 Polaris RZR Pro R factory audio system.
For 2026, Polaris introduced an 8-channel, 1500-watt factory amplifier and pre-ran a rear subwoofer output harness to the rear seat area. SSV Works designed this kit to take advantage of that factory layout, creating a true add-on solution that drops under the rear driver-side seat and plugs directly into the factory rear subwoofer output, with no wire routing, no dash teardown, and no fabrication. The result is a fast, clean upgrade for Pro R owners who want more bass from their factory system without committing to a full aftermarket audio build.
“Not everyone wants to go all-in on a complete aftermarket kit, but a lot of riders still want the low-end the factory system is missing,” said Kelson, Marketing Director of SSV Works. “This add-on is the smart middle ground. You keep the factory audio system, and you get a noticeable bass upgrade in about 20 minutes.”
Designed for real off-road use, the rear-seat enclosure delivers deep, hard-hitting bass while staying tucked away and protected. Because the Pro R already has the rear sub output in place, installation stays simple and cost-effective, making it an ideal next-step upgrade for factory-audio Pro R owners.
“This is the kind of upgrade dealers love because it sells itself,” added Kelson. “If you have Pro R Ultimate’s sitting on the showroom floor, this is a perfect solution to install ahead of time. Customers hear it once and it helps close the deal.”
Key Features
• Built specifically for the 2026 Polaris RZR Pro R factory audio system
• Plug-&-Play connection to the factory rear subwoofer output harness
• Drops into the cavity under the rear driver-side rear seat
• No wire run, no cutting, no fabrication, and no dash access required
• 20-minute install for a fast, high-impact upgrade
• Limited Lifetime Warranty
• A cost-effective way to add more bass while keeping the factory amplifier and system intact
WASHINGTON, DC (03.17.26) – The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is promoting Lauren Wilbor to Political Director, giving her day-to-day oversight of the organization’s grassroots and grasstops efforts to support SEMA’s advocacy and communications efforts in Washington, D.C., and throughout the country. She will continue to be based out of SEMA’s Washington, D.C., office.
In her previous role as Manager of Digital Communications and Partnerships, Wilbor spearheaded SEMA’s groundbreaking effort to deploy automotive content creators for advocacy. Her work has brought greater visibility to SEMA’s award-winning campaign to preserve vehicle choice in the U.S. and has elevated an ongoing, state-based effort to protect and preserve the right to race nationwide. She now will now be tasked with creating and implementing multi-pronged advocacy campaigns in support of federal, state, and local legislative initiatives, while also advancing SEMA’s political engagement programs, including the Driving Force Action SuperPAC, to ensure awareness among lawmakers, SEMA’s member businesses, and other aligned stakeholder organizations.
Lauren Wilbor, Political Director
“When we brought Lauren in to oversee our digital advocacy and relationships with the content creator community, she provided immediate value through her ability to mobilize key voices in our nation’s community of automotive enthusiasts. She is creative, organized, and has an ability to create personal connections within our community,” said Karen Bailey-Chapman, SEMA’s senior vice president for public and government affairs. “We’re thrilled to give her the reins to our advocacy campaigns as we continue our efforts to preserve and protect the automotive aftermarket and our nation’s rich car culture.”
“I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to step into this role and continue advancing SEMA’s advocacy efforts on behalf of the automotive aftermarket and performance racing industries,” Wilbor said. “SEMA represents one of the most passionate communities in the country, and it’s a privilege to help amplify the voices of our members, along with builders, racers, and enthusiasts nationwide. I’m excited to build on the momentum of our advocacy campaigns and continue fighting for the enthusiasts and businesses that make this industry so special.”
Wilbor, a native of San Diego, holds a degree in political science from the University of Colorado Boulder.
SHREVEPORT, LA (03.16.26) – On Friday morning, March 13th, the Wheel rolled for the 360th.. and last time. The very first spin was on Friday, December 7, 2018 and with a 360th spin the complete circle was finished.
It was Christmas time when the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel launched.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer could win a cool prize and top brands received visibility across the marketplace. James Halter, Stereo and Video Center in Tyler TX, was a winner of the first 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel and he received a CRUX prize package. The 360th spin was orchestrated to be won by Stereo and Video Center and a RDV or cash prize will be headed that way.
James Halter with his CRUX Prize on the 1st Wheel Spin-To-Win Spin.
Over the course of the 12volt Volt Spin-To-Win Wheel we have had a group of 12volt industry partners and friends that have been very supportive and saw the value of creating positives across the 12volt industry. We certainly thank them for their support and enthusiasm. Current brands on the wheel included KICKER, RDV, PowerBass CRUX, JBL, ESB Audio, King Boxes, Massive Audio, Q Power and VIPER. 12volt and 12voltBeat $100. cash prizes along with a custom QR Code have also been on the wheel as prizes.
Some fun on Year 5
As all know over the last six years, there have been a lot of changes in the marketplace. The 12volt Central Studios now plans to reward proactive12volt retailers, that share images of their store, to spotlight the In-Store Experience. In today’s digital AI driven digital marketplace it’s more important than ever for proactive retailers to work to get consumers into their stores to drive business. The transition to highlighting the In-Store experience will take place immediately.
Dealers utilizing the 12voltSTP Tool to send their image images will be added to a list and a winner will be selected for a $100. cash prize. A custom QR Code for their store’s website and a feature article showcasing their store will also be included. With their smartphone a dealer can Snap and Txt images to 318 469 2526 with a few words and Presto staff can get the ball rolling.
The 360th Spin-To-Win Wheel will be another prize for James Halter at Stereo and Video Center in Tyler, TX.
The 12volt Central Studio staff will continue to showcase positives across the 12volt industry as they have for over 30 years.
MESA AZ (03.16.26) – Team Harman had a strong presence at the MasterTech Expo in Mesa AZ March 12th-15th. Harman was on site with a large trailer along with JBL equipped Polaris Ranger and Polaris Expedition on display for demos along with many new product introductions.
Leigh Powell and Fred Isensee (L&R) are East and West regional sales managers that have the booth set up and ready to go.
The Harman Team on site included Shawn Spedding-Director/Aftermarket Audio, Lee Powell-ESM, Fred Isensee-WSM along with Nate Kubicz-Global Marketing Specialist.
Harman was set up in a large space in the outside exhibit area with the trailer and the large awning out front. Attendees spent time experiencing demos and speaking with the team members about new products and ideas to drive business in the brick and mortar marketplace.
During the event Shawn Spedding presented Taylor Thomson, the Taylor Marketing Rep Firm, his 2025 Best In Class Excellence and Performance award. Fred Isensee, Western Regional who covers Taylor’s area, is pictured on the left.
During time in the outside booth, Taylor Thomson was presented the 2025 Best in Class Excellence and Performance Award by Shawn Spedding with Fred Isensee WRM along side. Taylor Marketing is a very successful rep firm in California and Fred works closely with Taylor as Western Regional.
On Saturday evening, the Team hosted an educational event in Palo Verde Room 3 to highlight H/K Car Audio and Mastering The Art Of Beautiful Sound. The training session showcased the new Harman Kardon FIT Series and Brand introduction for 12volt specialist only.
“The MasterTech Expo was a terrific venue for our Team to show and demo new products in the new product lineup” Shawn Spedding stated.
NEW YORK, NY (03.16.26) – SiriusXM is set to deliver extensive, coast-to-coast coverage of NCAA® March Madness®, offering college basketball fans the most thrilling month of the season. Listeners will have access to every game of the 2026 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. Coverage for the 2026 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship will include every game starting with the Sweet 16, running through the championship game, plus several early round matchups.
All of the Men’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts, and the Women’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts from the Sweet 16 through the National Championship, are provided to SiriusXM by Westwood One, the official network audio partner of the NCAA. SiriusXM will also air team broadcasts for select first and second round Women’s NCAA Tournament games.
The men’s tournament begins with the First Four® on March 17-18 and continues through the Men’s Final Four® semifinal and National Championship game on April 4 and 6 in Indianapolis, IN. The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship runs from the First Four matchups on March 18-19 through the Women’s Final Four semifinal and National Championship game, to be played April 3 and 5 in Phoenix, AZ.
All game broadcasts will be available to SiriusXM listeners in their cars and on the SiriusXM app. Channel assignments will be posted at www.siriusxm.com/sports starting this Monday, March 16.
In addition to game coverage, SiriusXM’s multiple sports talk channels will provide the most in-depth expert analysis both before and during the tournament. These channels feature daily expert insights from former players, coaches, and college sports insiders. They will serve as a platform for fans to call in and discuss their favorite teams’ matchups and performances, and will include special dedicated programming for Selection Sunday and Final Four weekend.
Selection Sunday®
On Selection Sunday®, March 15, SiriusXM listeners will get up-to-the-moment coverage as tournament teams and first round matchups are revealed:
On Mad Dog Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 82), Chris “Mad Dog” Russo and Steve Torre will host special Selection Sunday coverage live from 5 – 9 pm ET.
SiriusXM College Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 84) will air Selection Sunday specials from 5 – 11 pm ET. At 5 pm ET, Kris Budden and Matt McCall will host coverage of the men’s bracket reveal, then Chris Plank and Nicole Auerbach will take over as the women’s bracket is announced at 8 pm ET.
Westwood One’s NCAA Tournament Selection Show, hosted by Jason Horowitz, PJ Carlesimo and Debbie Antonelli, will air on SiriusXM channels 106 and 201 and on the SiriusXM app from 6 – 9 pm ET.
Final Four® Programming
SiriusXM will offer live on-site programming from both the Men’s and Women’s Final Four locations. This coverage will include pregame shows originating from Indianapolis and Phoenix, as well as live coverage of the Naismith Awards Brunch, where the recipients of the Women’s and Men’s Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and Defensive Player of the Year awards will be announced. Nicole Auerbach will host SiriusXM’s Women’s Final Four coverage in Phoenix from April 3-5, while Matt McCall and Dalen Cuff will host the Men’s Final Four coverage in Indianapolis from April 4-6.
NCAA, March Madness, First Four, Final Four and Selection Sunday are trademarks of the National Collegiate Athletic Association.
12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (03.014.26) 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 7.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the 360th time on Friday morning March 13th. The Wheel landed on the RDV space and the Stereo & Video slip was drawn. A social media post of the winning spin slip was posted along with a video of the spin was also posted.
We will reach out to the lucky winning retailer in Tyler TX and let James know the great news that a RDV prize will be headed their way.
Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the 12volt industry.12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include KICKER, RDV, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, EBS Audio, King Boxes, Massive Audio, Q Power and VIPER. 12volt News and 12voltBeat $100. cash awards also have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for the winning 12volt retailer. A custom QR Code has been added as a special prize on the wheel.
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, NWA Audio in Bentonville AR, XT Audio in Miami, Tim’s Audio in Newport OR, Build’s By Paul in Litchfield AZ, DAW Discount Audio in Paramount CA and M12 Audio in Bluefield WVA, Jam City Pros in Caddo Mills TX, Finishline Shop in Lumberton NJ, Genuine Custom Audio in Riverside CA,Ballistic Autowerks in Hagerstown MD, Jeff’s Custom Car Audio in Royce TX, Pitbull’s in Houston, Aspen Sound in North Spokane WA, CP Designs in Jarrell TX and D&B Sales in Ft Wayne IN, Precision Custom Audio in Riverview FL, The King of Custom, Active Sound in NC, Car Stereo Plus in Sumter SC, Audioworks DE in Newark DE, Active Sounds in NC Speed Car Audio in Dallas, Voodoo Customs in Luling LA, BK Customs 616 in Grand Rapids MI, TPD HiFI in Broken Bow OK, HiFi Crusin’ in Hattiesburg MS, Superior Audio Sounds in San Angelo TX Intense Kustom Audio in Brentwod NY, California Audio in West Valley UT, H A Ross Entertainment, Voodoo Customs in Haltom TX, Absolutely Creative Customs in Boulder CO, Mobile Sound in Temecula CA, Redline Auto Sports in Hicksville NY, Sparked Innovations in Knoxville TN, Boosted Build in Warrenton OR, Prodigy Car Audio iManteca CA, Snow’s Auto in Spokane WA and PMC Customs, White Oak PA, InTune in Redmond OR, Tint Wrap Audio Guys in Fresno CA, Ultimate Sounds and Tinting in Chattanooga TN, MetJoe Auto Electronics in Kenilworth NJ, Pyramid Customs in Fort Worth TX, California Audio in Salt Lake Valley City UT, Sinewave in Grayslake IL, Team Nutz in Pittsburg PA and 3P Off Road in Tomball TX, Next Level Audio in Cadillac MI and Sound Master in Roswell GA and JA Electronics in Florida City FL, Island Audio and JRS_Security, Heath Moore Interiors, 569 Kustoms in Sonora CA, Broken Silence, Greenwich CT and Unique Sounds in Carson City NV and Absolute Custom Cycles in Denver NC and Specialty Sound in Haverhill MA.
COSTA MESA, CA (03.13.26) – MB Quart is gearing up for Overland Expo® SoCal, taking place March 14 through the 15, 2026. As one of the fastest-growing gatherings in the overlanding community, the event provides the perfect backdrop for MB Quart to demonstrate the expanding lineup of Tuned Audio Kits engineered specifically for today’s most adventure-ready vehicles. Over 300 exhibitors will be in attendance at Overland Expo SoCal 2026, with 100-plus classes and on-site camping options at the OC Fair & Event Center.
MB Quart is bringing some awesome builds and vehicle showcases to the Southern California sunshine! Attendees will experience vehicle-specific Tuned Audio solutions designed for Ford Bronco, Toyota Tacoma, and Jeep platforms — along with a first look at the ALL-NEW 2026 Mercedes Sprinter Tuned Audio Kit, engineered to elevate van life and expedition builds with premium Music. Defined. quality performance.
Rob Anderson, Marketing & Creative Director, said, “The team at MB Quart and Maxxsonics are thrilled to be attending Overland Expo SoCal as this presents a perfect opportunity to demonstrate and showcase some of our biggest products of tuned audio solutions for outdoor lifestyle vehicles and daily drivers that consumers want loud and premium audio in. The MB Quart team here loves the Overlanding lifestyle as it plays a significant part in our industry and new product possibilities.”
MB Quart’s Tuned Audio kits remove the guesswork from upgrading vehicle sound systems. Each vehicle kit is engineered for seamless integration, optimized acoustics, and rugged durability — ensuring that, whether navigating desert trails, mountain passes, or coastal highways, the playback and soundtrack are as bold and as fun as the journey itself.
“Overland Expo continues to be a major platform for us to showcase how far vehicle-specific audio has come,” said Brian Sherman, President of Maxxsonics. Our Tuned Audio Kits for Bronco, Tacoma, and Jeep are designed to integrate seamlessly while delivering powerful, clean performance that matches the adventure lifestyle. And in 2026, we’re extremely excited to unveil our ALL-NEW Mercedes Sprinter Tuned Audio Kit — a solution built specifically for the rapidly growing van life and overland community.”
Sherman continued, “Today’s overlanders want more than just capability — they want experience. Audio plays a huge role in that experience. From campsite relaxation to long-haul drives, our Tuned Audio systems with quality performance and delivery create clarity, depth, and output that transforms every mile. The new Sprinter kit is a major step forward for us as we expand deeper into the overland and adventure van market.”
MB Quart can’t wait to take on the SoCal weather with some incredible vehicle builds and audio demonstrations. Visitors to the MB Quart booth during Overland Expo SoCal 2026 will be able to see firsthand how Tuned Audio Kits enhance Bronco, Tacoma, Jeep, and Mercedes Sprinter builds with clean highs, dynamic mids, and impactful bass — all engineered specifically for each platform.
Hear and see all the newest products and offerings from MB Quart at Overland Expo® SoCal 2026! See complete event details at https://www.overlandexpo.com/socal/.
To see complete MB Quart solutions and product details — head over to https://mbquart.com/.
METAIRIE, LA (03.13.26) – Oracle Lighting is excited to announce its participation in the highly anticipated Jeep Beach in Daytona Beach, taking place next month. The annual event brings together thousands of Jeep enthusiasts, off-road builders, and aftermarket brands from across the country for one of the largest Jeep-only gatherings in the world.
Known for pushing the boundaries of lighting performance and design, Oracle Lighting will showcase several of its newest lighting technologies engineered specifically for Jeep owners looking to enhance visibility, style, and trail performance.
Visitors to the Oracle Lighting booth will have the opportunity to experience firsthand a lineup of cutting-edge products designed for both on-road presence and off-road capability. The display will feature a range of innovative lighting solutions, including high-performance LED headlights, auxiliary lighting systems, and customizable lighting upgrades that have become a hallmark of the Oracle brand.
“Jeep Beach is an incredible event that perfectly captures the passion and creativity of the Jeep community,” said a representative from Oracle Lighting. “It’s a great opportunity for us to connect directly with enthusiasts, showcase our newest innovations, and demonstrate how Oracle Lighting products elevate both the performance and the look of Jeep builds.”
Among the highlights will be several recently released products designed with Jeep owners in mind, offering advanced LED technology, enhanced durability for off-road environments, and sleek, modern styling that complements today’s Jeep builds. Attendees will also have the opportunity to speak with the Oracle Lighting team, see product demonstrations, and learn how these lighting upgrades can transform their vehicles.
Jeep Beach continues to grow as a premier destination for Jeep enthusiasts, featuring vendor showcases, beach cruises, obstacle courses, and thousands of custom Jeep builds lining the shores of Daytona Beach. For Oracle Lighting, the event represents an exciting opportunity to celebrate the culture of off-road adventure while introducing new lighting innovations to one of the most passionate enthusiast communities in the automotive world.
Enthusiasts attending Jeep Beach are encouraged to stop by the Oracle Lighting booth to explore the latest lighting technologies, meet the team behind the brand, and discover new ways to upgrade their Jeep for both the trail and the street.
NEW YORK, NY (03.13.26) – SiriusXM is set to deliver extensive, coast-to-coast coverage of NCAA® March Madness®, offering college basketball fans the most thrilling month of the season. Listeners will have access to every game of the 2026 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. Coverage for the 2026 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship will include every game starting with the Sweet 16, running through the championship game, plus several early round matchups.
All of the Men’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts, and the Women’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts from the Sweet 16 through the National Championship, are provided to SiriusXM by Westwood One, the official network audio partner of the NCAA. SiriusXM will also air team broadcasts for select first and second round Women’s NCAA Tournament games.
The men’s tournament begins with the First Four® on March 17-18 and continues through the Men’s Final Four® semifinal and National Championship game on April 4 and 6 in Indianapolis, IN. The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship runs from the First Four matchups on March 18-19 through the Women’s Final Four semifinal and National Championship game, to be played April 3 and 5 in Phoenix, AZ.
All game broadcasts will be available to SiriusXM listeners in their cars and on the SiriusXM app. Channel assignments will be posted at www.siriusxm.com/sports starting this Monday, March 16.
In addition to game coverage, SiriusXM’s multiple sports talk channels will provide the most in-depth expert analysis both before and during the tournament. These channels feature daily expert insights from former players, coaches, and college sports insiders. They will serve as a platform for fans to call in and discuss their favorite teams’ matchups and performances, and will include special dedicated programming for Selection Sunday and Final Four weekend.
Selection Sunday®
On Selection Sunday®, March 15, SiriusXM listeners will get up-to-the-moment coverage as tournament teams and first round matchups are revealed:
On Mad Dog Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 82), Chris “Mad Dog” Russo and Steve Torre will host special Selection Sunday coverage live from 5 – 9 pm ET.
SiriusXM College Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 84) will air Selection Sunday specials from 5 – 11 pm ET. At 5 pm ET, Kris Budden and Matt McCall will host coverage of the men’s bracket reveal, then Chris Plank and Nicole Auerbach will take over as the women’s bracket is announced at 8 pm ET.
Westwood One’s NCAA Tournament Selection Show, hosted by Jason Horowitz, PJ Carlesimo and Debbie Antonelli, will air on SiriusXM channels 106 and 201 and on the SiriusXM app from 6 – 9 pm ET.
Final Four® Programming
SiriusXM will offer live on-site programming from both the Men’s and Women’s Final Four locations. This coverage will include pregame shows originating from Indianapolis and Phoenix, as well as live coverage of the Naismith Awards Brunch, where the recipients of the Women’s and Men’s Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and Defensive Player of the Year awards will be announced. Nicole Auerbach will host SiriusXM’s Women’s Final Four coverage in Phoenix from April 3-5, while Matt McCall and Dalen Cuff will host the Men’s Final Four coverage in Indianapolis from April 4-6.
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