Race Sport Lighting Partners with Trends Electronics in Canada

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RINGWOOD, IL (11.02.2021) – Shortly after Race Sport Lighting launched their 2021 Canadian specific website, they have now officially partnered with Trends Electronics, Inc headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia. Trends Electronics has a sales force located in each marketplace, from the West Coast to the East Coast and they will be hitting accounts hard in the next few months to get on board with Race Sport Lighting. Trends will also be stocking and promoting the Marine Sport Lighting line that is Race Sport’s fastest growing category over the last few years. Trends is well known for their success in getting behind the hottest categories, and with the best partners, it is no mistake that Race Sport Lighting fits their success mold in the Canadian marketplace.

“Trends Electronics Inc and our company have been methodically vetting this opportunity for a while now, and we felt as if it was the time to come in strong into Canada. In the next twelve months, we are going to work closely with Trends to present our all-in-one, solution-based products to Canadian dealers. We plan to help dealers become more confident and more profitable in the lighting category.”

– Steve Jergensen, Race Sport Lighting President

This exciting news just got out of the bag this week in a live 60-minute broadcast on CMA. The recording of the broadcast can be viewed be clicking here. Race Sport Lighting clearly laid out the game plan to bring some of their new and exclusive patented technologies to Canadian dealers in conjunction with Trends Electronics Inc to the 12-volt marketplace. There was definitely some excitement on the high-quality lighting offerings, but also on the value-added dealer tools and services. Some of the services include vehicle fitment guides, business-to-business dealer portals, sell sheet libraries and a vast retail display program. Race Sport Lighting also discussed their RS University basic lighting training courses that will pair with Trends University training programs. These tools will be available to all of their dealer base in Canada.

“As a leader in Canadian wholesale distribution and going into our 32nd anniversary, Trends is extremely happy to announce this new partnership. Trends Electronics has always carried best-in-class products for mobile, residential and commercial industries and we believe that the Race Sport Lighting family of world class products will continue to add to our mix for specialty independent retailers here in Canada. With their vast product offering, we are happy to be able to be the one-stop-shop offering to our Canadian partners.”

– Grant McFatter, Trends Electronics National Sales Director

“Trends Electronics is very excited to introduce the Race Sport Lighting line of products to our partners in Canada. Trends has always believed in high-end mobile audio and lighting products and will continue to bring these products to market in Canada.” Their product line adds the lighting category to our mobile division, and keeps us true to our company mission statement to create an incredible, immersive experience of sound and light that will blend seamlessly into any environment.”

– Grant Daoust, Trends Electronics President

Visit trendsinc.com and racesportinc.com for more.

Contact: 

The Trends Electronics Client Services Team Orders@trendsinc.com

Grant McFatter – National Sales Director (Mobile Division) grantm@trendsinc.com 

The SEMA Show 2021 Kicks Off The 4-Day Run Tuesday November 2nd

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LAS VEGAS, NV (11.01.2021) – The massive Las Vegas Convention Center is certainly the center of the automotive aftermarket world as the SEMA Show 2021 prepares to get underway. SEMA 2021 will no doubt be unlike any previous SEMA Show as there so many variables in play in today’s world.

The All Ways Safe Flag Truck rolled into the Memphis Audio Feature Vehicle area at the SEMA Show on Saturday morning. A full Memphis Audio system was designed and installed by Team Nutz.
The SEMA Show Mobile App is a must have tool for those attending the SEMA Show. The App is available in the Apple App and Google App stores.

From the 12volt Central Studios we are redoubling our efforts to showcase positives from across the massive venue that includes the huge new West Hall. Over the course of the last several months a number of major exhibitors have exited the show floor. That includes 12volt vendors as well as performance parts and major automotive aftermarket companies.

Utilizing the SEMA Show APP it appears just over 3 dozen traditional 12volt companies are to exhibit at SEMA 2021.Their efforts are applauded, as even at this writing, challenges to get their displays set up are common.

Robin McNeal pictured as the new Nakamichi booth setup was underway on Friday.
Chip Foose (C) pictured with members of the Beyma Team during setup of the company’s North Hall booth.

All exhibitors have made tremendous investments to be on the SEMA Show 2021 show floor. From the 12volt Central Studios we will work to showcase their efforts in Vegas. In addition, we will work with exhibitors to continue visibility for their efforts in the days and weeks following SEMA 2021.

The expansive VOXX North Hall booth during initial setup on Friday.
#12vnn_sema2021 to see SEMA Show 2021 action on your smartphone.

The 12voltSTP Tool can be utilized by exhibitors, and SEMA attendees as well, to showcase positives over the course of the event’s 4-Day run from Tuesday through Friday, November 2nd-5th.

The 12voltSTP Tool is so easy for all who have a smartphone in their pocket. Snap an image. Txt the image to 318 465 0844. Presto…your company’s positive news could be in the 12volt News. That’s the 12voltSTP Tool.

The 12volt News will provide extensive coverage of the 2021 SEMA Show from the 12volt Central Studios.

Look forward to seeing your SEMA Show 2021 activities in the 12volt News. #12vnn_sema2021 to see dozens of posts as companies worked to get ready for SEMA 2021.

Visit semashow.com for more.

Score to Display Over 50 Legendary Off-Road Vehicles at Score Baja 1000 Experience at 2021 SEMA Show

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (11.01.2021) – The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) will host he SCORE Baja 1000 Experience in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center during the 2021 SEMA Show from Nov. 2-5.

This display will feature over 50 vehicles representing the best of SCORE from several classes, including Trophy Truck, Buggies, UTV, and Moto classes. SCORE Baja 1000 history will also be showcased with legendary vehicles, including the “Big Oly” Bronco driven by Parnelli Jones, the first Meyers Manx ever known as “Old Red”, and Ivan Stewart’s multi-championship Toyota.

November, 1998. Ivan Stewart finished 1st in the Trophy Truck class driving his MCI WorldCom/PPI-prepared Toyota Trophy-Truck powered by a Toyota Tundra Racing V8.

The complete SCORE Baja 1000 Experience presentation will include the SCORE start line transplanted to the SEMA Show floor with the SCORE Semi, starting arches, and the giant digital screen that make up the pageantry of the iconic SCORE race environment.

Beyond the competition vehicles, SCORE Lifestyle exhibits will highlight overlanding, highly-modified chase vehicles, and state-of-the-art Pre-Runners.

For more information about SEMA exhibits or to register to attend the 2021 SEMA Show, visit www.semashow.com.

Mobile Solutions Brings 2021 Product Line to SEMA Show

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TEMPE, AZ (11.01.2021) – Mobile Solutions will fulfill its 16th year of exhibiting and teaching at the 2021 SEMA show, scheduled for November 2-5, 2021 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. The company will present its products at Booth No. 12445 in the Mobile Electronics & Technology section of the North Hall. Bryan Schmitt, president and head instructor will be on hand to greet attendees and demonstrate the company’s products.

Among the products to be highlighted at the show, the Arc Guide Template system allows fabricators to add stylish touches to wood surfaces. The 11-piece kit comprises arcs with a radius of 20 to 36 inches alongside straight pieces of three lengths. Also featured is the new Magnet Fitment kit, which enables quick, easy and secure flush-mounting of magnets to secure speaker grilles or panels. The kit includes four sizes of Magnet Match countersink bits to create perfect, flat holes at the proper depth. Smart Mag Alignment Plates ensure each magnet is inserted with precision.

The new GT Template system adds another series of fabrication shaping guides to the Mobile Solutions ecosystem. Nine template pieces—including four pieces that can be used separately or as part of the largest template ring—give fabricators expanded creative flexibility when building pressed grilles or close-contact panels.

In addition to the booth presence, Mobile Solutions’ Bryan Schmitt will headline a seminar as part of the annual SEMA Education series. Titled, “Seamless Visual Integration of Modern Electronics into Vehicles,” the session will focus on upgrading classic and custom vehicles with the latest technology while retaining the vehicle’ original style and design flow. The session takes place in Room N257 at 1:00PM PT on Tuesday, Nov. 2. Gary Bell, accomplished vehicle designer and owner of Define Concepts in Orange, Calif., will moderate the seminar.

“In this uncertain climate, we recognize companies made the decision to attend or not attend SEMA based on factors that are unique and internal for each company,” said Schmitt. “We made the decision to continue our attendance at SEMA based on our own factors and look forward to seeing new and existing customers while participating in the safety measures implemented throughout the show.”

For more information on Mobile Solutions’ SEMA participation, visit mwi.re/MS-SEMA. Find out more about Mobile Solutions at mobilesolutions-usa.com.

West Coast Car Audio Wins 12volt News Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Spin 151

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SHREVEPORT LA (10.30.21)  WTF…Win This Friday. West Coast Car Audio won the 12volt News $100. Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel on Friday morning, October 29th.

The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Nine months ago we celebrated the 2nd Anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 151st time on Friday morning October 29th. The Wheel landed on the 12voltBeat space. The West Coast Car Audio slip was drawn from the jar and an Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. 

We reached out by phone and talked with Mike at the store in Citrus Heights CA. He was very happy to hear a 12volt News $100. prize would be heading their way and said that news was a great way to start Friday morning. He plans to pass the news on the Rick Khan, the business owner, ASAP.

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, Silencer, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, JBL, Kenwood, Power Acoustik, JVC and Magnadyne. 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 and 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 and Animated Car Audio in Essex MD. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, November 5th..

The Wholesale House Announces Expansion with Arizona Location

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HICKSVILLE, OH (10.29.2021) – The Wholesale House, with locations in Ohio and Florida, is excited to announce that it is opening a new distribution warehouse in Tempe, Arizona. The new facility will start operations November 1, 2021. Similar to the Jacksonville Florida location in the southeast, the Tempe warehouse will serve as a gateway to expand their business to serve the western region of the US.

As a distribution point, the Arizona facility will be administratively supported by the Ohio headquarters and will be initially staffed with both Ohio and local employees. This expansion has been in motion since 2019, but the timing to move forward hadn’t been quite right until this year. Along with that timing, The Wholesale House has received tremendous support from both customers and vendors.

Mark Yoder, president of The Wholesale House stated, “We are excited about the move to Arizona and look forward to the opportunity to better serve existing customers while expanding our footprint. We have been very encouraged with the response of our current business partners and we anticipate building even more supply and distribution connections.”

For more information about The Wholesale House, visit twhouse.com, email at info@twhouse.com or call (800) 722-5553.

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PowerBass OE Direct Fit Toyota How-To from the SEMA Garage

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Follow along with our technical director Dave Myers as he shows off the play by play for a Direct Fit OE Replacement using our Toyota OE Series Co-Axials and Components. With no holes to drill, no wires to cut the installation is streamlined and simple for installers of all skill levels. Installing great sound has never been easier!

Making any stock factory sound system sound fantastic is now a simple task with our OEM drop in replacement speakers for most Lexus, Scion and Toyota cars, trucks and SUV’s. Check out our latest install video on the Auto Revolution 4 Runner at the SEMA Garage!

OE DIRECT FIT TOYOTA
OE652-TY 6.5″ Coaxial
OE692-TY 6×9″ Coaxial
OE65C-TY 6.5″ Component
OE69C-TY 6×9″ Component
PowerBass OE Series Speakers are available in two different styles.

The co-axials feature an Injection molded PP cone with a 1” silk dome tweeter, while the component system features an inverted molded woofer cone with a separate 1” titanium dome tweeter to deliver the music experience you have always wanted from your factory sound system!

Follow this link to the OE SERIES FITMENT GUIDE or click on the image to open the guide. Find your year, make, and model and the guess work is handled with a list of what fits and even some install tips to help make your OE Direct Fit replacement a breeze.

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NAV-TV Announces the Wireless Charger Pro Phone Charging System

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL (10.29.2021) – NAV-TV Corp. has announced the Wireless Charger Pro automotive grade phone charging system.

The Wireless Charger Pro is an automotive-grade charging device for phones and other Qi-compatible devices. Utilizing a triple-coil design, it allows for greater flexibility in positioning the phone without needing to find that “sweet spot.” A built-in audible alert will let the customer know when their phone has been detected and charging has begun, so they don’t need to look at the phone’s screen to know that it’s working.

The device will charge through up to 3mm of plastic or rubber, and can be mounted out of sight (under existing trim or a pad.) The unit has passed rigorous OEM tests, and a version of it is currently in use by a luxury automobile manufacturer.

The Wireless Charger Pro is available and shipping now at an extremely attractive price.

For more information on the Wireless Charger Pro, or to place an order, contact your NAV-TV sales representative at (866) 477-3336 (USA and Canada toll free) or +1(561) 955-9770 (International), or email sales staff at sales@navtv.com.

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AudioControl Brings Legendary Mobile Audio Products to SEMA

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SEATTLE, WA (10.28.2021) – AudioControl will be exhibiting at the 2021 SEMA show taking place November 2 – November 5 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Booth 12341. SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) provides resources to the automotive aftermarket culminating in a festive yearly tradeshow showcasing new products, show cars, celebrity appearances and more. For more than 40 years, AudioControl has established the benchmark for performance and reliability, delivering the 12-volt audio products and support services dealers and installers must have to be successful.

“We take tremendous pride in the products we design, build and bring to market for our customers,” explained AudioControl CEO Alex Camara. “The SEMA show is an excellent opportunity for us to showcase our amazing brand with so many of the talented people who drive the automotive aftermarket and help our industry thrive.”

At the 2021 SEMA event, AudioControl will display their entire class-leading lineup of audio products engineered for car, marine and mobile sports applications. AudioControl offers ultimate-performance OEM interface solutions that enable 12-volt dealers to upgrade sound systems while keeping the factory in-dash systems in place. These products are vital for automobiles featuring integrated multimedia systems that can’t easily be replaced.

AudioControl’s SEMA booth will also feature a stunning demo vehicle—a 1954 Chevrolet 210 coupe, elegantly equipped with an AudioControl LC-5.1300 5-channel amplifier and ACX-BT1 Bluetooth receiver, creating a high-performance, stealth, audio system.

AudioControl has established an unmatched legacy of innovation and performance with their 12-volt amplifiers and signal processors, delivering superb sound quality from cool-running, compact designs. AudioControl supports the finest dealers and installers worldwide with award-winning customer support, technical support and training that includes sessions on market trends, DSP-based system tuning, OEM integration techniques and more.

Visit audiocontrol.com for more.

AAMP Global is Back at SEMA 2021, Showcasing 400+ SKUs Across Two Booths

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CLEARWATER, FL (10.28.2021) – AAMP Global will be present at SEMA 2021, featuring over 400 SKUs across multiple categories; infotainment, audio, integration, marine, safety and off-road to name a few. AAMP will have its traditional Mobile Electronics footprint in the North Hall, but new this year will be a Stinger Off-Road booth in the West Hall. The additional booth signifies the company’s focus to target the Jeep, Truck and Side-by-Side communities.

The AAMP booth (#12133) in the North Hall will feature new and existing products from its flagship brands PAC, Stinger, Phoenix Gold and EchoMaster. New products to keep an eye out for include PAC’s new series of line output converters, LOCPRO ADVANCED, for adding aftermarket amplifiers to modern OEM head units. Coming soon, LPH, T-harnesses are designed to simplify the LOCPRO ADVANCED installation. One of the newest Stinger 10-inch multimedia HEIGH10 kits will be featured for the first time. Designed for the Challenger, Charger and Chrysler 300, it features plug-and-play installation, flush-mount look and feel and vehicle data integration.

AAMP’s booth will debut its newest brand M2M In Motion. Simplify your fleet and asset management with M2M’s user-friendly, cloud-based software platform, Fleet Motion. Access your live camera views, run reports by driver or vehicle, and view real-time data and alerts. The live map view gives you a simple visual of your entire fleet and each vehicle’s location. The full line of telematics devices, asset trackers and connected cameras provides solutions for fleets of all sizes.

Launched as a spin-off of the iconic Stinger brand, Stinger Off-Road was developed to provide off-road communities with the tailored products they require. At the Stinger Off-Road booth (#60119) you can expect to see vehicle-specific infotainment HEIGH10 kits for Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, RAM, and GM trucks. Upfit your off-road rig with vehicle-specific audio, safety, lighting, and power accessories. Get a sneak peek of another upcoming HEIGH10 infotainment kit for the Toyota Tacoma.

AAMP Booth (#12133) – LVCC North Hall
Stinger Off-Road Booth (#60119) – LVCC West Hall

New Products Showcase

AAMP Global will have 15 official new product entries in the showcase this year across various Mobile Electronics, Off-Road and Display categories. These include new 10-inch multimedia vehicle-specific kits, vehicle-specific subwoofer enclosures and Jeep-specific safety solutions. Be sure to visit the New Product Showcase booth (#31255) in the South Hall Upper to check out these entries.

Contact your AAMP rep now to let them know if you are attending SEMA and plan on stopping by one of the booths.

Visit aampglobal.com for more.