SEMA Show Transportation Options for Getting to the Convention Center

Posted on August 30, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Industry and tagged SEMA Show.

LAS VEGAS, NV (08.31.22) – SEMA Showgoers are encouraged to use hotel shuttles and the Las Vegas Monorail to get to and from the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Free hotel shuttle service will be available to and from the LVCC and more than 45 hotels, and discounted tickets are available to Showgoers for the Monorail, which will operate at extended hours during SEMA Show week.

Monorail
The monorail is a great option for getting to the SEMA Show each day. Trains arrive every few minutes and will begin operation at 6:00 a.m. on SEMA Show days (Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4).

There are seven stations along the Las Vegas Monorail route. With a total of nine running trains, one train arrives at each station every few minutes.

The extended Show hours are:

Monday, October 31: 6:00 a.m.–12:00 a.m.
Tuesday, November 1–Thursday, November 3: 6:00 a.m.–2:00 a.m.
Friday, November 4: 6:00 a.m.–3:00 a.m.
Stations:

MGM Grand Station
Bally’s/Paris Station
Flamingo/Caesars Palace Station
Harrah’s/The LINQ Station
Las Vegas Convention Center Station
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino Monorail Station
SAHARA Las Vegas Station
Look for Monorail kiosks throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center and at participating hotels to purchase discounted tickets. Showgoers can save money and purchase discounted multi-day Monorail passes. For more information, call 702-699-8200.

Discounted Ride Passes:

Single Ride: $5
24-Hour Pass: $13
Two-Day Pass: $23
Three-Day Pass: $26.10
Four-Day Pass: $32.40
Five-Day Pass: $38.70
Seven-Day Pass: $50.40

Ride Sharing
There will be three designated transportation hubs where ride-sharing services, such as Uber or Lyft, and taxis will be able to drop-off and pickup quickly and easily.

Las Vegas Convention Center:

Blue Lot (East End of Grand Lobby, adjacent to Central Hall)
Bronze Lot (South of South Hall)
West Hall Transportation Lot (Adjacent to West Hall )

Taxis and Limousines
There are three designated drop-off and pick-up areas.

Las Vegas Convention Center:

Blue Lot (East End of Grand Lobby, adjacent to Central Hall)
Bronze Lot (South of South Hall)
West Hall Transportation Lot (Adjacent to West Hall )
Registered buyers (retailers/WDs/jobbers) who are SEMA members will be able to utilize the express taxi lines from the Convention Center on Tuesday–Thursday, 2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. and Friday, 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. For details regarding the express taxi lines for member buyers, visit SEMA Member Central upstairs in the Grand Lobby.

SEMA Show On-Site Parking
Limited parking is available and rates are subject to change without notice. Plan in advance if you will be commuting to and from the Show in a personal vehicle. Updated parking information will be available on www.SEMAShow.com, in the mobile app, or by calling the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority at 877-VISITLV or 702-892-0711.

Limited parking at the following locations:

Platinum Lot – Las Vegas Convention Center – $10
937 East Desert Inn Rd.

Piero’s Italian Cuisine Restaurant – $50
355 Convention Center Dr.

Renaissance Las Vegas Hotel – $50
3400 Paradise Rd.

Las Vegas Marriott – $40
325 Convention Center Dr.

Courtyard by Marriott Las Vegas Convention Center – $40
3275 Paradise Rd.

Springhill Suites by Marriott Las Vegas Convention Center – $40
2989 Paradise Rd.

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino – $30
3000 Paradise Rd.

SEMA Show Hotel Shuttles
The complimentary morning and afternoon hotel shuttles transports Showgoers to-and-from the Las Vegas Convention Center and official hotel partners. Hotel shuttles, which will run every 20–30 minutes, carry an average of 55 passengers and will be marked with a route number. Route numbers will coordinate with which hotel properties they service.

A complete list of hotels, pickup locations and route details are available at www.SEMAShow.com.

The 12volt Chevy Studio Rolled with the 12voltSTP Tool

Posted on August 29, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged STP.

SHREVEPORT, LA (08.30.22) – In today’s world, and the 12volt world, it’s hard to find positive news. The 12volt Chevy Studio was on the road in Big D this weekend. 12volt News, and the 12volt Central Studios staffs, work to deliver positive industry news each business day. Creating the 12voltSTP Tool was another example of making it easy for industry members to deliver their company’s brand and activities to members of the 12volt industry.

Check out action with the 12voltSTP Tool this past weekend from OC Jeep Week in Ocean City MD and KFest in Big D. KICKER and Alpine both had a major presence at OC Jeep Week. KICKER was on site with the XRV, Audio Works of Delaware doing sales and installations along with area rep firm Opus Marketing.

Alpine had 3 demo Jeeps, event truck and trailer. The Proline Car Stereo crew was on site performing installations and they were packed for the 3 day run.

At KFest in Big D KENWOOD unveiled the amazing new in-booth sales kiosk that displays information selected in a PowerPoint format. Nakamichi was onsite and Robin McNeal spotlighted new products to dealers like Carmil Car Stereo from Springfield MO.

JVC and Kenwood hosted training sessions and presented a prize to attendees. Curtis Dickens from C&S Car Audio won a JVC Multimedia receiver in one of the 2 JVC training sessions. Chris Reed from Stereo Video Center in Tyler TX won a KENWOOD STZ-RF200D in one of the 2 KENWOOD sessions.

The New JVC Sonic demo, highlighting new waterproof amplifiers, was spotlighted in the JVC booth. DB DRIVE President Robert Diaz was in the showing products from the Euphoria line and more with area rep Dave Gill from SMS.

The KICKER FIAT 500 demo brought a lot of technology to the event with KEY line of all-in-one amplifies/processors. Paul Trueman in the SiriusXM booth offered a raffle prize package for dealers registering for the SXM training website.

The above examples are some of the 3 dozen posts made this past weekend from 12volt industry members who utilized the 12voltSTP Tool. Check out over 500 posts #12voltstp on Instagram.

The 12volt STP Tool makes it easier than ever to showcase your company’s positive activities and products. Snap..Txt..Presto.. your company’s positive news and activities could be in the news. 318 465 0844 is the number. With the advent of social media, Facebook and Instagram platforms became key vehicles to deliver information and news. The fact remains people still need, and look forward to, receiving positive news. That is also true for the business realm that includes the 12volt Industry.

To deliver fresh industry news to members of the mobile electronics industry the 12volt Central Studios staff makes multiple posts on Instagram and Facebook each business day. The 12volt STP Tool was created in 2020 for members of the 12volt industry to send their news to the 12volt Central Studios. Snap and Txt an image to 318-465-0844. Presto, your positive news could be delivered to members of the 12volt industry.

On Instagram and Facebook, @12voltnews has over 10,000 followers on each platform. Those followers are dedicated members of the 12volt industry.

Click to see over 500 posts #12voltstp on Instagram.

Look forward to seeing your company’s brand and activities in the 12volt News.

Tint World Announces Opening of New Naples Location

Posted on August 29, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Industry and tagged Tint World.

NAPLES, FL (08.30.22) — Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has announced the relocation of its Naples store to better serve Collier County.

Tint World Naples, owned by Manny Sousa, provides premier automotive aftermarket services and accessories, including window tint, mobile electronics, audio and video equipment, paint protection films, and more.

“Tint World has consistently demonstrated that it is committed to delivering a comprehensive range of premier automotive products and services,” Sousa said. “Tint World’s commitment to the industry’s leading customer experience is one of the foundations of the company’s success and value, along with its proven, predictable franchise model that empowers franchisees with unique training and support.”

In addition to offering premium products and services, Tint World Naples is staffed by a team of highly experienced and skilled technicians and installers.

“Manny is a team player whose dedication to Tint World’s strategic vision has been instrumental in helping the company grow and thrive,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, CEO and president of Tint World. “By implementing our tried and tested franchise systems and processes, he’s achieved sustained success that reflects the rewards available to franchisees through the Tint World model.”

Tint World Naples, serving Bonita Springs, Estero, Marco Island, Immokalee, Cape Coral, Port Charlotte, Captiva Island, Lehigh Acres, and Iona, is located at 3883 Davis Boulevard, Naples, Florida 34104-4340.

To book an appointment, request a quote, or find out more about Tint World’s products and services, call (239) 908 -0556 or visit https://www.tintworld.com/locations/fl/naples-056/.

VOXX Automotive and ESS Ink Deal to Make H.E.L.P. Intelligent Emergency Communications Widely Available

Posted on August 29, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Industry and tagged VOXX.

ORLANDO, FL (08.30.22) – VOXX Automotive Corp. is partnering with Emergency Safety Solutions, Inc. (ESS), creator of the Hazard Enhanced Location Protocol (H.E.L.P.™️) which revolutionizes vehicle hazard warning systems to prevent crashes into disabled and vulnerable vehicles and their occupants, to make H.E.L.P. available to virtually every passenger and commercial vehicle on the road.

“VOXX Automotive is proud to partner with Emergency Safety Solutions to assist in bringing their H.E.L.P. feature to market. There are more than 280 million vehicles on the road today in the U.S. that would benefit from this lifesaving technology being built in, which presents an incredible roadway safety opportunity,” said Pat Lavelle, President and Chief Executive Officer, VOXX International Corporation. “The interfacing of enhanced factory hazard lights and GPS-based digital alert technology is cutting edge. Our goal is to greatly reduce these preventable incidents, related injuries, and deaths. This really is a game changer to help us achieve that objective.”

The agreement broadens the availability of lifesaving H.E.L.P. technology, including the manufacturing and distribution of solutions to automakers, Tier 1 suppliers, aftermarket, trucking, and powersports markets to help prevent collisions with all vulnerable vehicles on the roadway.

H.E.L.P. is a regulatory-compliant safety communication solution which provides multiple layers of enhanced protection for disabled vehicles, their occupants and other roadway users including:

H.E.L.P. Digital Alerts – Notifications sent to oncoming drivers through in-vehicle displays and GPS navigation apps to provide advance warning as they are approaching a disabled vehicle.
H.E.L.P. Lighting Alerts – Dramatically improved, scientifically-tuned hazard flash pattern which is proven to signal urgency to oncoming drivers, prompting them to slow down and move over.
Intelligent Controls – H.E.L.P. auto deploys when conditions indicate a safety need, such as a collision, tire blowout, driveline failure or inattentive driver takeover (autonomous driving application). Drivers can also activate H.E.L.P. manually when the hazard signal is engaged, and the vehicle is in park.

Under the agreement, VOXX Automotive will design and manufacture OEM accessory and aftermarket kits featuring these products for sale across all VOXX Automotive and ESS sales channels. The scope of the agreement also includes H.E.L.P. DeliverSAFE, a specialized version of H.E.L.P. tailored to the needs of heavy-duty, long-haul, and commercial delivery vehicles.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with VOXX Automotive to bring the benefits of H.E.L.P. to millions of motorists, commercial drivers and fleet owners who otherwise would not have this option,” said David Tucker, Founder, Chairman and President of ESS. “More than 40 people a day across the U.S. don’t make it home every day due to these preventable crashes. This partnership will significantly accelerate the broader adoption of H.E.L.P. to save lives on the road by modernizing the 71-year-old hazard warning system featured on today’s passenger vehicles and commercial trucks.”

Visit www.voxxautomotive.com for more.

KICKER, Audio Works and Opus Marketing Were Livin’ Loud at OC Jeep Week 2022

Posted on August 28, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

OCEAN CITY, MD (08.29.22) – KICKER returned as the title sponsor of Ocean City Jeep Week, held August 25-28 2022, at the Ocean City Convention Center and trails around the Ocean City area.

KICKER’s XRV (Xtreme Recreational Vehicle) made the 1400 mile trek to OC Jeep Week and set up in front of the Convention Center entrance. The 82-foot big rig is a rolling showroom, that displayed the full line of KICKER audio products for UTV, motorcycle, marine and auto. The XRV’s upgraded Boom Room is larger, louder and built to withstand the torture emanating from 40,000 watts of power driving the wall of 15” L7 subwoofers.

*The KICKER XRV, with the 717 kickinjeeprod, were magnets for enthusiasts at OC Jeep Week.*

Jermey Wynn, KICKER Events and Promotions Manager, was behind the XRV Wheel with Co-Pilot Josh Alexander. Matt Matheson, KICKER Eastern Regional, Training Specialist Ken Bundy and tech-savvy Carlos Jimenez traveled from KICKER HQ to work the event.

Opus Marketing, KICKER Rep Firm in the area, worked the event with product sales and logistic support. Jamie White’s Opus Marketing Team on site included White, Bruno Berg and Todd Ess.

*The KICKER setup stretched the length of a football field at OC Jeep Week.*

*The Audio Works of Delaware crew was busy from the opening bell making installs underneath the lineup of KICKER tents.*

Next to the XRV, authorized KICKER dealer Audio Works (Newark DE) installed audio systems on-site for the entire show. Audio Works offered several KICKER packages made especially for Jeeps. Owner Darren Thomas, with members of his sales and installation team, had Jeep installations going under KICKER tents throughout the event. At OC JEEP Week the Audio Works of Deleware team scheduled numerous appoints for jobs at their Newark DE store that is 90 miles from Atlantic City.

*Members of the KICKER, Audio Works of Delaware and Opus Marketing crews gathered for an image after the show closed one evening.*

A special attraction this year was the presence of the amazing 717 Car Audio kickinjeeprod. Stephanie Stryjwski and Jeremy Lease trailered the totally custom project to OC Jeep Week from their Mounteville PA store. The lowered and stretched kickinjeeprod definitely is Livin’Loud and was a huge draw for picture takers and enthusiasts at OC Jeep Week.

White related “We look forward to this event every year. It’s especially special when our friends KICKER can make it out and even more fun when they bring the impressive XRV to OC JEEP Week. The weather was terrific this year. Even though we are all sunburned, tired and worn out we all left Ocean City with one of our best event experiences.”

*Stephanie Stryjwski and Jeremy Lease pictured in front of the 717 Kickinjeeprod during set up.*

Continuing White stated “KICKER coming to OC Jeep Week MD has become a destination for Jeep enthusiasts. It’s unbelievable how many enthusiasts look forward to getting KICKER products installed on-site each year. To show the enthusiasm for KICKER this year 2 of the KICKER enthusiasts had KICKER on their state license plates: LIVIN LD on a Pennsylvania plate and KICKER on a Delaware plate.

Just prior to press time Jeremy Wynn sent a txt at a stop in Efingham IL on the way back to Stillwater. “OC Jeep Week was absolutely a great event with a strong turnout of participants and spectators. Audio Works had a terrific event with sales and onsite installations. We will get back on the road to Stillwater tomorrow” Wynn txt’ed.

After the XRV pack-up and loading was completed Saturday night the KICKER and Opus Marketing teams gathered for an image. Right to left Matt Matheson, Jeremy Wynn, Josh Alexander, Jamie White, Ken Bundy, Todd Ess, Carlos Jimenez, Evan D’Ambrosia and Bruno Berg.

OC Jeep Week had a nonstop event schedule plan for every day of the show, that began with 300 Jeepers cruising the Ocean City sand at the Beach Crawl. The Jeep Jam trail and obstacle course were daily attractions, as was a Kids Zone, live DJ, vendors row and more.

Full event details remain on the OC Jeep Week web page, online at oceancityjeepweek.com. Visit kicker.com for more.

SEMA Offers Worldwide Recognition Through Ultimate Vehicle Competition Battle of the Builders

Posted on August 28, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Industry.

DIAMOND BAR, CA (08.29.22) – SEMA is calling all SEMA Show car builders to register for SEMA Battle of the Builders, the aftermarket industry’s ultimate vehicle competition. Open exclusively to builders with a car or truck displayed at the annual trade show, the competition celebrates and honors top builders for participating in what many consider to be the pinnacle of automotive events.

“Since 2014, we’ve provided vehicle builders a special platform to showcase their imagination, creativity, and craftsmanship while also fueling the love for competition and pride of accomplishment,” said RJ de Vera, SEMA vice president of marketing. “SEMA Show Exhibitors are tremendously selective with the vehicles they choose to showcase their products, capture attention, and drive traffic to their booths. SEMA Battle of the Builders not only offers an additional avenue for further exposure by featuring the top builders and brands that exhibit at the SEMA Show but also provides a chance for top builders from different genres to learn from each other building meaningful connections as they judge each other’s builds in the final round.”

SEMA Battle of the Builders gives builders to opportunity to gain global recognition, including possible inclusion in a one-hour television special or SEMA’s social channels, and a chance to be recognized and named as the industry’s top builder. The competition recognizes one winner in four different categories— 1) Hot Rod & Hot Rod Truck; 2) 4 Wheel Drive & Off-Road; 3) Sport Compact, Import Performance, Luxury & Exotic; 4) Young Guns —before crowning the coveted title, Battle of the Builders Champion.

The four categories have evolved for the 2022 competition. Hot Rod Trucks will now compete with traditional Hot Rod builds. The former Truck class becomes more focused on 4 Wheel Drive & Off-Road builds while the Sport Compact class is expanded to include Import Performance, Luxury & Exotic builds as well. The age limit for the Young Guns class has also been raised from 27 to 29 years old. As part of SEMA’s initiative to support and encourage the next generation of builders in the industry, the association will continue its SEMA Young Guns category for builders who are 29 and younger.

“Each year, we meet amazing young builders through the Young Guns program,” said de Vera. “It is inspiring to witness the passion, drive, and courage they have to put their blood, sweat, and tears into their projects and to compete with their pride and joy in this competition. To see the industry embrace them as they build a network of contacts and connections that will fuel a lifelong career is exactly why the Young Guns class was created. Fortune definitely favors the brave, and we want to highlight that.”

Although the SEMA Show is a trade-only event, consumers can experience the excitement of the event and see the winning Battle of the Builder vehicles during the SEMA Cruise and at SEMA Ignited (www.semaignited.com), the official SEMA Show after-party taking place from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the West Hall parking lot of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

For more information on the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition or to register, visit www.semabotb.com. The deadline to register is October 14. Calling all builders!

The 12volt Chevy Studio Rolled with the 12voltSTP Tool

Posted on August 28, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Industry.

SHREVEPORT, LA (08.29.22) – In today’s world, and the 12volt world, it’s hard to find positive news. The 12volt Chevy Studio was on the road in Big D this weekend. 12volt News, and the 12volt Central Studios staffs, work to deliver positive industry news each business day. Creating the 12voltSTP Tool was another example of making it easy for industry members to deliver their company’s brand and activities to members of the 12volt industry.

Alpine had 3 demo Jeeps, event truck and trailer. The Proline Car Stereo crew was on site performing installations and they were packed for the 3 day run.

The above examples are some of the 3 dozen posts made this past weekend from 12volt industry members who utilized the 12voltSTP Tool. Check out over 500 posts #12voltstp on Instagram.

On Instagram and Facebook, @12voltnews has over 10,000 followers on each platform. Those followers are dedicated members of the 12volt industry.

Click to see over 500 posts #12voltstp on Instagram.

Look forward to seeing your company’s brand and activities in the 12volt News.

Tint and Sound Wins SiriusXM Prize on The Spin-To-Win 193

Posted on August 27, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

SHREVEPORT LA (08.27.22) WTF…Win This Friday. Tint and Sound won the SiriusXM Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 193 on Friday morning, August 26th.

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 4.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 193rd time on Friday morning August 26th. The Wheel landed on the SiriusXM space and the Tint and Sound 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 to Sam Atallah at Tint and Sound in Fredrick MD and gave him the news a SiriusXM prize will be headed that way.

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, AIS, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, JBL, Massive Audio, Kenwood, JVC, USASpec and Nakamichi. 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 and Car SPA Dealer Services in Arlington VA. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, September 2nd.

SEMA Research: Forty-Nine Percent of All Late-Model Pickups Modified with Specialty-Equipment Parts

Posted on August 25, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

DIAMOND BAR, CA (08.26.22) – New research from the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) finds that 49% of all late-model pickups are modified with specialty-equipment parts.

The finding comes from the new, “2022 SEMA Pickup Accessorization Report,” which is available for download now at www.sema.org/research. The new report provides a comprehensive review of how the pickup accessorization landscape is evolving, including sales forecasts and types of parts pickup accessorizers buy and how they buy them.

“The pickup truck market is the largest segment of the specialty-automotive aftermarket and a key opportunity for businesses,” said SEMA Director of Market Research Gavin Knapp. “SEMA’s newest market report helps members understand where the opportunities are and how to best connect with pickup accessorizers.”

Additional findings from the report include:
Pickup owners spent $16 billion on specialty-equipment parts in 2021
There are more than 29 million late-model (2010 and newer) pickups on the road, and about half of them are modified
62% of late-model pickup accessorizers buy off-road-focused parts for their truck
84% of late-model pickup accessorizers plan to make additional modifications in the near future
45% of specialty-equipment businesses see electric pickups as an opportunity
As pickups remain the single-biggest segment in the specialty-equipment parts market, SEMA’s report will help businesses learn more about pickup owners from the industry, what they do after their parts are installed, and analysis of the emerging markets for compact and electric pickups. Download the “2022 SEMA Pickup Accessorization Report” now at www.sema.org/research.

The report is also the subject of the SEMA Webinar “Understanding the Pickup Accessorization Market” on August 24.

Register for the webinar here.

HushMat Insulation Reduces Noise, Vibrations, & More

Posted on August 25, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Industry and tagged HushMat.

OLATHE, KS (08.26.22) – High-quality audio is more than just great speakers. HushMat’s insulation greatly reduces or eliminates unwanted vibrations and rattles caused by mid and sub bass. HushMat insulation acts like a filter, purifying the sound coming from your speakers. We offer insulation kits for most popular vehicles and universal kits for vehicles that are not directly supported.

Cars and trucks are nothing more than a tin can with tons of holes in them. This is not the optimal material to reproduce high-quality audio. Thankfully HushMat’s peel-and-stick insulation prevents annoying vibrations that create rattles, limiting the quality of your music.

HushMat’s 100% Made in the USA self-adhesive sheets are easy to install and can be trimmed to fit any spot with normal scissors. Just cut to fit, then peel and stick.

Hush sound, hush heat, hush space. All you need is scissors.