Dwaine Craig is pictured in the showroom with his Harley Street Glide build to drive the Breast Cancer Awareness message across the Warren OH community.

WARREN, OH (9.19.25) – The Advanced Custom Sound Team, with Dan and Jeanna Nezbeth behind the wheel, is a very proactive retailer that is community and awareness focused. Bringing more attention to Breast Cancer Awareness has been a continuing focus for many years.

“Breast cancer awareness is not just a logo and it is not just in October. It is a real fight that impacts lives, families, and communities every single day. We were honored to sponsor this Harley-Davidson Street Glide that was transformed into a rolling tribute to breast cancer awareness for Dwaine Craig and his wife 5 years ago.”

“Its owner, Dwaine Craig, shared his story” Jeanna continued. “When his wife was diagnosed, their world changed in an instant. Her courage through surgeries, treatments and the unknown became a source of inspiration for everyone around her. Determined to honor her strength, Dwaine built this tribute bike from the ground up, pouring his heart into every detail. With support from friends and audio by Advanced Custom Sound, the bike now carries her story and spreads awareness wherever it goes. It is more than a show bike. It is a testimony of love, perseverance and faith that reminds others that no one rides alone in this fight.”

“Let’s continue to come together to support our community, share stories, and spread awareness. Breast cancer awareness should live in our hearts every day of the year. Find local nonprofit organizations to support, get involved, and remind others it is not just a ribbon. It is about real people, real families and real hope” Jeanna concluded

For more see acsmotorsports.com.

DANIA BEACH, FL (09.18.25) – A 12-volt community-based platform hosted by rotating Ground Zero team members and special industry guests showcasing the latest trends, offering pro-level tips on installation, advanced tuning techniques, and real-world insight into the engineering and innovation behind our diverse product categories.

“We’re excited to launch the new Zero Hour podcast as a way to connect directly with car audio enthusiasts, share our passion, and dive deeper into the topics that our customer base and dealers have offered as feedback,” stated Diogo Iannaccone, CEO, Ground Zero USA.

Whether you’re a professional installer, a serious enthusiast, or just love getting into the details, Zero Hour is your go-to source for insider knowledge, expert advice, and true audio craftsmanship.

PREMIERES – THURSDAY, SEPT. 18TH @ 8PM ET

WHERE TO WATCH:

FACEBOOK – https://www.facebook.com/GroundZeroAudioUSA

YOUTUBE – https://www.youtube.com/@GroundZeroUSA

For more information:

HKI USA INC
345 Bryan Road
Dania Beach, FL 33004 USA
info@groundzerousa.com
1.844.960.2007

DIAMOND BAR, CA (09.18.25) – The ultimate fusion of motorsports and chaos is stampeding into Las Vegas as Horsepower Rodeo joins the high-octane lineup of live activations at the 2025 SEMA Show. Taking place Nov. 4-7 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in the Diamond Lot, adjacent to the LVCC’s West Hall, Horsepower Rodeo promises a full-throttle spectacle that celebrates the raw power, mechanical creativity, and the unfiltered excitement of car culture.

Headlined by superstar automotive content creator Westen Champlin and professional smoke show driver Kyle Douglas, Horsepower Rodeo is a living, breathing showcase of everything that makes the aftermarket world roar. From drag racers to drifters, classic muscle to modern burnout monsters, this arena unites builders, drivers, and fans from every corner of the scene.

“Horsepower Rodeo exemplifies the spirit of the aftermarket — bold, creative, and unapologetically passionate,” said SEMA Vice President of Events Tom Gattuso. “It’s a strategic addition to our live programming that reflects the diversity and energy of the industry, while engaging a new generation of enthusiasts.”

As part of the SEMA Show’s expanded motorsports programming, Horsepower Rodeo joins a powerhouse lineup, including OPTIMA Unleashed, Nitro Circus, Hoonigan, and the Globe of Death. These demos offer attendees a full sensory experience the moment they step onto the SEMA Show campus, bringing the innovations displayed inside the halls to life in thrilling, real-world action, creating more connections with buyers, media, and influencers.

“Horsepower Rodeo is the ultimate stage for the wild side of car culture,” said Champlin. “We’re here to deliver a high-octane experience SEMA Show attendees will be talking about long after the smoke clears.”

Horsepower Rodeo will run daily throughout the Show just outside of the Truck, SUV, Off-Road, and Restyling exhibitor areas of West Hall, giving professionals and enthusiasts a front-row seat to the tire-shredding burnouts, high-speed drifts, and raw horsepower that define the world of motorsports.

“We’re focused on creating unforgettable moments for our attendees that showcase the passion, products, and people that drive the industry forward, and Horsepower Rodeo delivers exactly that,” said SEMA Trade Show Director Andy Tompkins. “It’s loud, it’s wild, and it’s the kind of experience that sticks with you long after the Show ends.”

To learn more about the 2025 SEMA Show, see the event lineup, and to register, visit www.semashow.com.

DALLAS, TX (9.16.25) – Southwest Sales & Marketing is proud to announce that beginning October 1, 2025, industry veteran Mark Sartain will join the company’s sales team.

With more than 40 years of experience in the electronics industry, including 25 years as a manufacturers’ representative, Sartain brings a wealth of knowledge, deep product expertise and strong dealer relationships to the organization. He most recently served as a Regional Key Account Manager with Alpine Electronics, where he successfully supported and expanded key dealer partnerships across the region.

Based in North Texas, Sartain will oversee sales responsibilities across Dallas/Fort Worth, West Texas, and Oklahoma. In his new role, he will represent the following brands in the region including MODUS Audio, Cicada Motorcycle Audio, Memphis Car Audio, Maxxsonics: MBQuart-Hifonics-Crunch-Autotek, Alpine Electronics, Audiofrog and Epsilon: Soundstream-PPI-Power Acoustik.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mark to the Southwest Sales & Marketing team,” said Scott Ringo, Principal of Southwest Sales & Marketing. “His proven track record, product knowledge, and long-standing relationships in the mobile electronics industry make him a tremendous asset as we continue to grow and strengthen our presence in the Southwest.”

“Adding a veteran salesperson like Mark is a huge benefit to our company,” said Tommy McClure, Vice President of Southwest Sales and Marketing, “We are all excited to watch and learn as he increases our footprint in those markets.”

For more information, please contact:
Scott Ringo
Southwest Sales & Marketing
📧 Sringo@Swsalesmarketing.com
📱 214-212-904

Mark Sartain
Southwest Sales & Marketing
📧 Msartain@Swsalesmarketing.com
📱 972-489-3818

SANFORD, ME (9.16.25) – Sanford Sound hosted an Autosound Showcase Sound Quality Car Audio competition on Saturday, September 13th at their Sanford ME location.

The Autosound Showcase is orchestrated by Keith Turner who presents IASCA and MASQ SQ events across the country in association with proactive 12volt retailers like Sanford Sound.

Jack Bogart, Sanford Sound, related “This was our second Autosound Showcase event working with Keith and it went very well. The weather was terrific and competitors rolled in early as registration started at 9 AM. All of the SQ systems sounded like in-vehicle concerts and several very unique installations were judged.”

“Jack and his team do an amazing job. All of the competitors were excited to be participating in the event and they, along with customers, were wide-eyed when they walk into the Sanford Showroom as there is a such wide variety of automotive upgrade products showcased” Turner related.

Sanford Sound is definitely southern Maine’s mobile electronics experts for car, bike, boat or UTV gear that has been locally owned since 1995.

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