CRUX Releases New Integration Solution for Dodge, Jeep & Ram Vehicles with Digital Cameras

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RESEDA, CA (02.14.23) – Crux Interfacing Solutions announces the release of the SWRCR-59LV Interface for integrating aftermarket radios in select late model Dodge, Jeep and Ram models. This kit is a “Plug & Play” solution with compatibility for select 2018-Up models which also includes a distinctively featured capability to retain new generation Digital cameras that are originally factory fitted. This allows for installation with a single enhanced integration interface instead of the varying combinations that are currently in use.

Similar versions of this line of modules are slated for release in the near future for other vehicle makes that require retention of OEM fitted Digital cameras.

Visit cruxinterfacing.com for more.

Daytona 500 and Speedweeks Coverage on SiriusXM

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NEW YORK, NY (02.14.23) – SiriusXM will offer the most comprehensive audio coverage of the 65th running of the Daytona 500 on February 19, as well as all the news and events of NASCAR’s annual Speedweeks leading up to race day. Subscribers nationwide will have access to the live race broadcast, in-car audio from some of the sport’s top drivers, and daily coverage from Daytona International Speedway.

On Daytona 500 race day, SiriusXM will broadcast live starting at 7:00 am ET. When the green flag drops (approximately 2:30 pm ET) subscribers will hear every lap of the race live, followed by post-race coverage that will include interviews with the 2023 Daytona 500 Champion and other drivers. The programming airs on the exclusive 24/7 SiriusXM NASCAR Radio channel, which is available to subscribers nationwide in their cars (channel 90) and on the SXM App.

SiriusXM will also air 10 live Driver2Crew ChatterTM radio feeds on separate SiriusXM channels throughout the Daytona 500. Listeners will be able to hear the driver-to-crew communications of drivers including Ryan Blaney, Kyle Busch, Chase Elliott, Denny Hamlin, Kevin Harvick, Brad Keselowski, Kyle Larson, Joey Logano and Bubba Wallace.

SiriusXM NASCAR Radio will also provide live coverage of the Bluegreen Vacations Duel at DAYTONA on Thursday, Feb. 16 (6:00 pm ET), the NextEra Energy 250 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race on Friday, Feb. 17 (7:00 pm ET), and the Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series race on Saturday, Feb. 18 (4:30 pm ET).

Throughout the day on Wednesday, Feb. 15, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio will broadcast live from Daytona 500 Media Day, where hosts from the channel will interview each of the drivers in attendance. Following that, listeners will hear live coverage of Busch Light Pole Qualifying at 8:00 pm ET.

On Thursday, Feb. 16, leading into the Bluegreen Vacations Duel at DAYTONA, SiriusXM’s Dave Moody will host a special broadcast open to the public from the UNOH Fanzone (3:00 pm ET). Moody will interview several active and former drivers including Daytona 500 and Cup Series Champions and preview the evening’s twin races. Moody is expected to be joined on the show by Kyle Busch, Richard Childress, Chase Elliott, Jimmie Johnson, Kyle Larson, Joey Logano, Richard Petty, Martin Truex Jr. and more.

On Monday, Feb. 20, on The Morning Drive, hosts Mike Bagley and Pete Pistone will be joined live in studio by the 2023 Daytona 500 champion driver, crew chief and owner.

SiriusXM NASCAR Radio is the only national 24/7 channel covering NASCAR and features a lineup of hosts that includes many active and former drivers, crew chiefs and insiders. New to the SiriusXM NASCAR Radio lineup this year is 2011 Daytona 500 champion and two-time NASCAR Xfinity Series race winner Trevor Bayne. Bayne will make his debut during SiriusXM’s Speedweeks coverage on Friday, Feb. 17 (3:00 pm ET), then co-host SiriusXM Speedway with Dave Moody on Tuesdays from 4:00-5:00 pm ET throughout the season.

Reigning and two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion and driver of the No. 22 Team Penske Ford Joey Logano will return to host his exclusive SiriusXM show, Behind the Wheel with Joey Logano select Tuesdays (9:00-10:00 am ET) throughout the season on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.

For more information visit www.SiriusXM.com/NASCAR.

The KICKER AMA ArenaCross 2023 Series Was Livin’ Loud in Denver with MB Customs 303 in the House

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DENVER, CO (02.13.23) – The KICKER AMA ArenaCross 14-City Series raced into the National Western Complex in Denver on Friday, February 10th. The Complex seats 4700 in fixed seats and the riders were racing and flying high to an enthusiastic crowd.

The KICKER booth set up in the lobby before the Friday night event started.

“The KICKER displays setup in the lobby area attracted enthusiasts throughout the evening. The KICKER tent displays actually overlooked the arena. Mike Brown, MB Customs 303 owner, was in the booth. Brown is a motorcycle enthusiast and answered many questions from Harley owners about adding KICKER to their bikes. Brown anticipated he would be busy the week after the event as he was after the 2022 event” Lorin Morrell, Maddog_Media who orchestrates KICKER’s presents at the events, stated.

Mike Brown rolled MB Customs 303 boxes, loaded with KICKER subs, to show attendees his store’s custom work.

“I think we were busier this year than last year in the KICKER booth. This year I rolled in some of our custom enclosures, loaded with KICKER subs, to show our work to attendees. The red boxes definitely drew attention and compliments. We passed out KICKER lanyards and business cards and anticipate seeing several of those people in our store in a few days. It’s great to be associated with KICKER at the Arenacross events.” Mike Brown related.

Lorin Morrell (L) and Mike Brown grabbed an image during set up in the lobby.

Continuing Morrell offered “The new pre-race Pit Party again was very popular with attendees and got them into the Complex Center early. They met with racers and that set the stage for the racer’s introduction before the racing began. When the racing began the racers were flying so high fans in the stands were actually looking up to see them flying high over the mounds. The 2023 Series is definitely Livin’Loud.

During the Pit Party attendees met with riders and checked out their bikes.
Riders were introduced before the race began.

Off-roading and outdoor activities are very big in this part of the US. The KICKER PowerBar really grabbed the attention of Powersports members of the crowd…also the marine towers as the boating season is around the corner. The BullFrog was a product most had not seen and they were amazed at the sound. The KICKER brand is well known throughout the Rockies and some who stopped by the KICKER booth mentioned they were Livin’ Loud with KICKER in their rides and were very impressed with the new under rear seat pickup truck enclosures.

Fans in the stands look up at the rider in this @arenacrossusa image.
Mike Brown holds the certificate for the KICKER Bullfrog prize in the T-Shirt toss with the winner and his son with their prize.

Concluding, Morrell offered, “The KICKER AMA ArenaCross got off to a great start in Albany with successful events in Loveland, Prescott, Oklahoma City/Guthrie OK, Wichita and Reno preceded Denver. Each event added excitement to the 2023 Series and showcased to enthusiasts that KICKER is Livin’Loud.”

The KICKER AMA ArenaCross was definitely Livin’ Loud in Denver.

Visit kicker.com for more.

Sound Pros Inc, Formally Known as Alphasonik, Has Acquired ORION

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HIALEAH, FL (02.13.23) – See the following announcement provided by Sound Pros Inc.:

We are pleased to announce we’ve made some exciting changes. Sound Pros, Inc formally known as Alphasonik has acquired ORION.

Rick Andersen, Senior Vice President, pictured in the Alphasonik Gardena CA warehouse showroom.

The new headquarters and warehouse located in Hialeah Florida will develop marketing and sales for Alphasonik and Orion. Product will be warehoused and shipped from both the Hialeah and Los Angeles locations.

The foundation has been set for our future growth stated Yoel “Joey” Gidanian, President.  Since our introduction at SEMA 2022 sales for the Alphasonik line has exceeded our forecast. We will be shipping all Mayhem flagship models later this month which will complete the 150 model mix for 2023.  

Joey Gidanian, Sound Pros Inc President, in the Hialeah FL HQ.

Product and Marketing plans for Orion and have been put in motion. Initially, Orion will be offered to accounts that have been loyal customers. In addition to current models included in the acquisition production has already begun and new products will be a priority.

Edgar Cedeno, General Manager, with Alphasonik and Orion products in the well stocked Hialeah FL warehouse.

Sound Pros will be exhibiting Alphasonik and Orion during Truck Week held March in Miami and Jeep Beach held April in Daytona Beach.

Joey Gidanian, President

Edgar Cedeno, General Manager

Rick Andersen, Senior Vice President

For more information contact Edgar Cedeno at 786-253-4061

Sound Pros, Inc
3130 West 15th Avenue
Hialeah, FL 33012

Sky High Car Audio Partners with Synergy Marketing

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SPARKS, NV (02.13.23) – Sky High Car Audio has partnered with Synergy Marketing Agency to expand their local marketing and local support in the TOLA Region for Sky High Car Audio, Trinity Audio, SoundQubed, and Gately Audio.

Over the last decade, Sky High Car Audio has created a cult like following known for their quality and attention to detail in having a complete line wiring, tools, and installation accessories. All of the products they offer have been torture tested as only the best products are selected to carry the Sky High Brand Name. They even offer Custom Shrink Wrap as an added value for Retailers branding with their own store logo.

Territory Restrictions apply to some products they distribute; however, they can be a very reliable one stop shop and partner in 12 volt community.

For more information, contact 775-513-8199.

Tim The Tint Man Wins CRUX Prize on The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 214

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SHREVEPORT LA (02.11.23) WTF…Win This Friday. Tim The Tint Man won the CRUX prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 214 on Friday morning, February 10th.

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 5.

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The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 214th time on Friday morning February 10th. The Wheel landed on the CRUX space and the Tim The Tint Man slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the wheel spin was also posted.

We reached out by telephone to Tim The Tint Man. Recorded message stated the voicemail box was full. Then received a txt “sorry missed your call”. Will continue to reach out to the lucky retailer in Orange City FL to gather the info to be sent to CRUX so they can ship the prize.

Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.

12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, RDV Automotive, Kenwood, JVC, SD Lighting, Nakamichi and Maximum Power. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a winning 12volt retailer.

Past winners of the 12volt Spin-To-Win include…Stereo & Video Center-Tyler TX, The Outlaw Garage-Franklin TN, Exotic Sounds-West Palm Beach FL, Endless Possibilities-Aurora IL., Go Auto Sound in Union City NJ, Al&Ed’s South Bay CA, No Limitz Car Audio in Upland CA, Neil’s Specialty-Eureka CA, Sturgess Customs-Lexington SC, Audio By Art-San Antonio TX, SMS Car Audio in Marreo LA and Sweet Wheelz in Mississauga Ontario Canada, Cartronics in Biscayne FL, The CarAudio Shop in St Louis MO, Exotic Sounds in West Palm Beach FL, High North Customs in Grand Prairie Alberta Canada and AMS Audio in Bakersfield CA, Team QRT in Abbeyville LA and California Sound in Fontana CA and Jackie Cooper Electronics, Oklahoma City OK, MARS Audio-Orlando FL, All American Audio in Nutley NJ, Proline Car Stereo in Brooklyn NY, Custom Shop Miami, Tunes and Tint in Lakeland FL, Mobile Concepts Inc in Mokena IL, Seismic Auto Sound in Concord CA, Brooklyn Car Audio in Brooklyn NY, Audio Solutions in Florence MS, Enhanced Customs in Largo FL, Rayco Auto Clinic, Audio Design in San Jose CA, Go Bass Mode in Florida, Avenue Sound in Freeport NY, Audio Plus in Riverview FL, Stereo Zone in Whittier CA, In-Phase Car Audio in Omaha NE, AutoLife Group, N&H Electronics, SK Customs, Land & Sea, The Audio One, NC Custom Shop,Tint World Orlando, Ricky Smith’s Audio, VIP Custom Woks, Mobile Audio Concepts, Audio Lad, Sound Sensations, Dave’s Stereo, Stereo Design, Badlands Customs, Custom Audio-Erie PA, Voltz Autosports-Bridgeport CT, Infinity Sound and Security-Kissimmee, Autosport Plus-Canton OH, Stereo City Pros in Carmichael CA, Devine Concepts in Naples FL, The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC, Extreme Performance Audio in Fresno CA, Audio Depot in Arlington TX, Audio Security in Houston TX, Earmark Car Audio and Marine in Lewisville TX, Audio Jam in Bear DE, Stereo City Ontario, Ontario CA, Audio By Art, San Antonio TX, Code Zero Customs in Tulsa OK, Ken’s Car Tunes in Mobile AL, Soundz Plus in Naperville IL, Markland Designs in Lithonia GA, Electronics Plus in Salinas CA, Xtreme Autosports in Santa Clarita CA, Superior Audio Sounds in San Angelo TX, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Texas Dreamz Customs in Spring TX, Wired Electronics in Linden NJ and Intense Car Audio in OKC, OK, Underground Auto in Sarasota FL, Car Toys Tulsa in Tulsa OK, Real Audio in Erie PA, Go Autosound in Union NJ, DFM Stereo in Ukiah CA, Impact Tint and Audio in Tyler TX, Mobile Sound Systems in Arlington TX, Redline Audio and Performance In Spindale NC, Car Audio Land in San Diego CA, Audio X Custom Car Audio in Florence AL, River Oaks Car Stereo in Houston TX, American Radio Orlando in Sanford FL, Illustrious Customs in Woodbridge VA, Remote Start Pros in Lawrence MA, HiPro Audio in Victoria TX, AudioPlanetNY in Huntington Station NY, Endless Possibilities in Aurora IL, Audio Finesse in Santa Monica, Drive Customs in San Luis Obispo CA, Custom Works, Noblesville IN, AtoZ Detail in West Haven CT, Cars 843 in Charleston SC, CarTunes Atlanta in Atlanta GA, Mobile Concepts in Garwood NJ, Duke’s Car Stereo in Flint MI, Infinity Auto Sound, King Car Audio in Norwalk CT, PopTronics in Baltimore MD, Sanford Sound in Sanford ME, Angelvip2474 in Draper UT, Dynamic Car Audio in Baltimore MD, Hi-Pro Audio in Victoria TX, Car Stereo Max in Houston, Pro Audio Center in Richland MS, Rhodes Off-Roads in Farmington MO, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Class A Sounds in Athens OH. Just Audio Video in North Providence RI, CT_Custom in Philadelphia, Audio Solutions in Florence MS and The Audio Shop RC in Rapid City SD, DG Motorsportz in High Point NC, ST Mobile in Texarkana TX, AR Custom OC in Orange CA, Temecula Mobile Sound in Temecula CA, Unique Auto Sound in Lindenhurst NY, D’s Garage in Corona CA and DS2 Mobile Solutionz in Tomball TX, C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT and The Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT, Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, Electronics Depot Car Audio in Altamonte Springs FL. Car Audio Garage in Pearland TX, Pinnacle Autosound in Lake City FL, J H Audio in Bowling Green VA, The Car Audio Shop StL in High Ridge MO, Anthonys Car Stereo in North Highlands CA, Flynn Audio in Middleton WI, Living Loud Car Audio in Pelham AL, Trail Star Audio in Minnesota, On The Spot Audio in Pennsauken NJ, Animated Car Audio in Essex MD, West Coast Car Audio in Citrus Heights CA, Modified Auto Sound in East Alton IL, Star Car Audio in Hermiston OR, VapeNAudio in Clovis CA, SoundWorks in Millersville MD Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, J A Custom Audio in Houston TX Jose Electronics in North Hills CA, Sound Proof Car Stereo in Douglasville GA, Auto Additions in Springfield IL, Elite Car Audio in Hollywood CA, Masters Car Stereo in Greenville SC, Audio Plus in Eden NC, Seismic AutoSound in Novato CA, Car Audio Addicts in Pittsburgh PA and AudioKing Tinting in Yakima WA, Arias Tint and Alarms in Duncanville TX, Odeh Car Audio in Gadsden AL, 12volt Specialist in Newark DE, Cutting Edge Audio in San Diego CA, Southern Auto Fab in Lafayette LA, California Sound in Fontana CA, Big Boyz Toyz in Florence SC, 740 Audio in Athens OH and 12volt Outfitters in Hollywood FL., High Quality Auto Sound, Lawrence MA, Custom Car Stereo SC in Spartanburg SC, Zier Box in Dallas TX, Maximum in Manville NJ, Audio Car Stereo in Miami FL, Mach 1 Audio in Washington MO, Doren Car Stereo in Queens Village NY, Side-x-Side Audio in South Charleston WV, Sound Concept in Nanuet NY, Pda Road Gear in Littleton CO and A-Plus Audio and Tinting Newington CT, Audio Electronics in Indianapolis IN, Tint and Sound in Frederick MD, Tint World Wilmington DE, VIP Autoworks in Mentor OH, All Out Audio in Killeen TX, Yong’s Audio in Indianapolis IN, Custom Audio Concepts in Lima OH, Clear Vibrations in Quakertown PA, The Outlaw Garage in Columbia TN, Xpert Car Audio in Layton UT, No Doubt Window Tint in Ardmore OK, San Diego Car Stereo in San Diego CA, Smart Audio in Lawrence MA, Car Audio One in Chula Vista CA, Audio Excellence in Orlando FL, Ultimate Sounds 1 in Wilmington NC, King Kong Custom Audio in Albuquerque NM. Manny’s Customs in Stockton CA and OD Car Audio in Pasco WA……Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday February 17th.

JVC Conducted Training Sessions and Exhibited at KnowledgeFest in Las Vegas

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LAS VEGAS, NV (02.10.23) – JVC Mobile Entertainment, manufacturer of class-leading aftermarket car, marine, and motorsports products, conducted trainings and exhibited at the Paris Hotel and Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, February 3rd-5th.

The open JVC Mobile meeting was very well attended.
JVC Mobile showed a wide variety of new products in their booth on the show floor and provided networking opportunities for attendees.

The training agenda included NEW Product Unveilings and attendees were the first to see new products that will enable them to gain an edge in the upcoming season.

The NEWEST Multimedia Receivers showcased what strategic advantages dealers will gain and why JVC should be the Go-To brand for multimedia receivers.

The Day-1 JVC training attendees hold up their KS-GC10Q Qi Wireless Charger prizes.
Seth Halstead (3rd from L) is pictured with members of the JVCKENWOOD team from Canada. (LtoR) Rory Butler, Glen Swackhammer, Seth Halstead and Charles Lillies.

Complete RGB Speaker Solutions were spotlighted in a LIVE demo. This demonstration pointed the way for dealers to maximize profits from the growing demand for LED-lit speakers.

The JVC trainings also offered attendees more chances to Win. EVERYONE walked away a WINNER from the trainings with more than just Knowledge. That meant more chances to win and JVC handed out nearly 30 giveaways at each training.

Day-2 JVC training attendees hold their Qi mobile wireless charging prize.

The JVC trainings were held on Friday and Saturday. Additional on-demand trainings with JVC personnel were available to attendees during show floor hours during KnowledgeFest.

For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit www.us.jvc.com/car.

VAIS Technology Intros New GSR SiriusXM Satellite Radio Adapter

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ENGLEWOOD, CO (02.10.23) – VAIS Technology has announced the addition of the latest SXM satellite radio adapter for immediate ordering. After exhaustive research by the VAIS Tech engineers, we have developed a new generation protocols states Dennis Hopper, EVP, VAIS Technology. The two units work the same, however the universal can be purchased immediately and flash with the new Mercedes protocols.

A dash radio screen in a Mercedes

VAIS Technology has had lots of calls since many OEM’s have removed Sat radio in factory head units because of the IC chip shortages that plague many OEM’s. This gives new life into this ecosystem now. Simple installation like all GSR’s from VAIS Technology. More 2023 models will be introduced after the Mercedes pieces, as the requests from our dealers have grown exponentially

Visit vaistech.com to learn more.

Nemesis Audio Releases New 8″ Team Subwoofer

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DALLAS, TX (02.10.23) – Nemesis Audio, maker of competition speakers and amplifiers since 2014, is now shipping a New Model 8″ Subwoofer. The subwoofer which falls under the “Team Nemesis” series of Speakers, is currently shipping & packs a jaw dropping 1,500 watts RMS power, and comes with a 3″ Voice Coil along with a 253 Oz Magnet.

Additionally, NEMESIS released 2 new Entry Level Subwoofers (500W RMS & 450W RMS Respectively) last week.

Model: NA-8T Full Specifications:

1,500W RMS Power
253 Oz High Efficiency Magnet
3″ – 4 Layer Voice Coil
Available in Dual 1 OHM & Dual 2 Ohm
Carbon Fire Cone

For more information visit www.nemesisaudio.com.

Alpine Names the 2022 Rep and Rep Firm of the Year

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AUBURN HILLS, MI (02.09.23) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. (“Alpine”) named their 2022 Rep of the Year and Rep Firm of the Year for the Alpine Brand Business Unit (aftermarket division) during an all-staff meeting on Thursday, February 2 at the Paris Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. These annual awards recognize independent rep firms and direct reps who strongly commit to the Alpine brand, providing exceptional sales and marketing growth.

Pictured from left to right: Anthony Rawlings, Eric Baltzer, Mike Anderson, Matthew Macias, and Jeffery Henshaw. 

“We’re excited to honor the rep and rep firms who have gone above and beyond for the Alpine Brand,” said Mike Anderson, Executive Director at Alps Alpine North America, Inc. “Despite the challenges in the market, these individuals have shown great sales and marketing efforts and provided excellent service to their Alpine Authorized Dealers.”

Greg Douglas (Right) was named the 2022 Direct Rep of the Year

During the ceremony, Santa Fe Sales Rocky Mountain States was named 2022 Rep Firm of the Year. The team from Santa Fe (Anthony Rawlings, Eric Baltzer, Matthew Macias, and Jeffery Henshaw) was recognized for their strong sales results in 2022, exceptional support and service to their Alpine Authorized Dealers and Alpine Style Centers, and their pride and passion for the Alpine Brand.

Greg Douglas was named the 2022 Direct Rep of the Year for his impressive sales growth and dedicated support to his Alpine Authorized Dealers. Douglas was also recognized for coordinating an Alpine event that resulted in gaining new customer insights and business opportunities for the Brand.

Award recipients were chosen by Alpine senior leadership based on an evaluation of their sales, marketing, customer service, and communication for 2022.

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.