JVC Dash Cam Trainings Are Set… Including LIVE DEMO

12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (05.03.2021) – JVC Mobile Entertainment has entered the booming dash cam market. The new KV-DR305 dashboard camera, a feature rich and value-priced dash cam boasting full HD (1920×1080) recording, is now shipping.

The KV-DR305 is arriving in the field and JVC Mobile has set 2 training sessions for dealers to learn about this exciting new product. Lights..Dash Cam..Action. The sessions are set for Tuesday May 4th @12:00 PM Eastern and Wednesday, May 5th @ 9:00 PM Eastern.

Marcus Vasconcellos, JVC KEWOOD Mobile Electronics Product Specialist, recently received a sample KV-DR305 and installed it in his Toyota Sequoia. “I have hands on experience with the KV-DR305. I put it through its paces forward and backward and it performed flawlessly. I look forward to presenting a LIVE DEMO of this amazing new JVC dash cam during the 2 training sessions.”

Marcus Vasconcellos holds the JVC KV-DR305W sample that he installed it is vehicle to prepare for the LIVE DEMO.

During the sessions hosts will lead discussions relating to Dash Cam market growth and why it makes sense for 12volt retailers to add the category their product mix. Dealers will also find out who the dash cam customer is and the benefits a dash cam will add to their driving experience. The LIVE DEMO of the KV-DR305 dash cam will add to the take-away of people attending the sessions.

Dealers attending a session will also have a chance to win a KV-DR305… 1 dash cam prize per training.

Make your plans to attend a JVC KV-DR305 training session.

Visit www.us.jvc.com/car for more.

Modern Media Geeks Celebrates 13 Years with New Branding and Strategic Alliance Partner

ST. MARYS, GA (04.03.2021) – Modern Media Geeks is celebrating their 13th birthday in some big ways. What started as a small consulting firm in 2008 has grown into a Google-accredited agency specializing in brand-building for businesses.

Services now include:
• Local Search Engine Directory Submission
• Search Engine Management (SEM)
• Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
• Pay-Per-Click (PPC)
• Back Link Auditing
• Google Citations
• Social Media / Online Marketing
• Web Design
• Premium Company Brand Development NEW

Modern Media Geeks is adding to their available services, but they are continuing to grow their team to ensure that all their clients’ needs are met and exceeded. Their most recent hires include Stephanie Benoit – Key Accounts Manager – and James Smith – Marketing Director. With these new additions comes a completely new look and a brand-new name that aligns with its continued growth.

No longer is Modern Media Geeks merely geeks. The team is now a professional agency and is changing its name and branding to reflect that. That said, the brand is dropping the “Geeks” from their name and will now be known simply as Modern Media.

Along with the new branding comes even more exciting news: a new strategic alliance with the award-winning
creative agency D’zine Alaska.

“We are incredibly excited to be working collaboratively with D’zine Alaska,” said Jon Dewar, founder of Modern Media. “Don and his team are the absolute best graphic artists and brand strategists in the country.

“Our strategic alliance allows each of us to add services to each of our businesses which complement both party’s strengths. By doing so, our customers can be certain they are hiring the best that can be had.”

The team at D’zine Alaska are just as excited about the new strategic partnership:
“We are thrilled to be collaborating with Dewar and his experienced team at Modern Media. As we forge a new
future for the branding and online presence needs of our clients, each of our industry-leading skills will add the
professional strength and bold engagement they need to stand out in their fields and succeed.” – Don Poynter, President & Creative Director, D’zine Alaska.

While the team is proud of the work they’ve accomplished, Dewar is excited to see the company continue to grow and help their clients to see the great success they’ve experienced thus far. Dewar believes that the only constant is change in business and marketing, which is why he’s excited to invite everyone to grow alongside the Modern Media team.

Call Jon Dewar at (904) 717-0000 or visit www.modernmedia.pro for more information

Make a Plan to Showcase Your Store

12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (05.03.2021) – Owners undoubtedly have a large investment in their stores and businesses. Social media platforms today offer store owners an opportunity to show their stores, products and services to followers and consumers with a minimal outlay of cash. Marketing your store locally should be at the very top of a retailer owner’s business plan.

Chad at KC Trends grabs attention in Kansas City with upgrades on hot vehicles.
Installations Unlimited spotlights categories with posts in North Syracuse, NY.
Sound Connection in Brainerd, MN grabbed interest with the recent PowerSports and motorcycle jobs.

Every day 12volt Central Studios staff see posts from 12volt retailers who make posts that highlight their stores. When these posts are seen on social media they have an impact with the viewer. The viewer’s impact could turn into business that makes the cash register ring. With just a smartphone a store post can be made in a matter of minutes. Snap, add a few words of text, and post.

During the COVID-19 Pandemic the 12volt industry has seen strong sales spurred by stimulus checks, reduced consumer spending in other areas and the ability upgrade rides for not a big cash outlay.

This post from Showtime Audio stresses doing it right to followers in the Chicago area.
559 Car Stereo in Fresno, CA features a happy customer in a great looking show room.
When followers see this in-vehicle lighting from Audio Electronics in Indy they will immediately think “What could my ride could look like!”

As an industry, let’s utilize social media tools to drive brick and mortar business and keep the cash register ringing.

Getting people to know your brand is key.

Audio Solutions 49 Wins DAS Off Terrain Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Spin 125

SHREVEPORT LA (05.01.21)  WTF…Win This Friday. Audio Solutions 49 won the DAS Off Terrain prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel on Friday morning, April 30th.

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

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 125th time on Friday morning April 30th. The Wheel landed on the DAS Off Terrain space. The Audio Solutions 49 slip was drawn from the jar and an Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted. We reached out to Audio Solutions 49 and Wayne Holton was out for the morning. We will contact DAS to determine which Off Terrain product will be headed to Audio Solutions 49 and let Wayne know what Off Terrain product will be headed his 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, Accele, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, JBL, DAS/Off Terrain, Power Acoustik, JVC and ZZ-2. 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, Just Audio in North Providence RI and CT_Custom in Philadelphia.  Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, May 7th.

Alpine Seeking Product Planner – Auburn Hills, MI

Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. is the industry-leading manufacturer of high performance mobile electronics. Alpine is the only manufacturer specializing in mobile multimedia, an integrated system approach incorporating digital entertainment, security and navigation products for your mobile entertainment. As a consolidated subsidiary of Alps Electric Co., Ltd., one of the world’s premier manufacturers of electronic components for computer, communications and car electronic equipment, Alpine is the specialized supplier of quality mobile electronics systems.

Job Summary:

The Product Planner will conduct research, evaluates new products/technologies and consumer/market trends toward product/market requirements, business case and development feasibility. 

How to Apply:

To view the full job description and/or apply online please follow the link below.

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/ALP1010AEOAI/JobBoard/19b82ab4-a57b-4b94-bd3e-7704a9598a65/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=256eee0a-fe71-4fea-a183-2c6d9cfbf3f8

Alpine offers competitive salaries with a great work environment. Our comprehensive employee benefits package includes: 

  • PPO Health Benefits (medical/dental/vision): Effective on Start Date
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Opportunity for Annual Bonuses
  • Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Product Purchase Discounts
  • Wellness Reimbursement Program
  • Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurances

Alpine values its members as individuals and is committed to forming an energetic and attractive company where the quality of work is enhanced.

Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Alpine to consider all job applications on the basis of merit without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Kustom Car Solutions Seeking 12 Volt Installer – Elmhurst, IL

Kustom Car Solutions is currently searching for a highly qualified 12 volt installer

Experience within the mobile electronic industry as cars; semi-trucks and motorcycles is preferred, but we are willing to train. Must have some experience working with cars.

Qualification: This position requires automotive or electrical/electronics experience 5+ years of car audio; mobile video experience. Encompassing a broad range of vehicles and audio systems. Knowledgeable on foreign cars also.

Kustom Car Solutions is a reputable shop who strives to always create quality work and provide excellent customer service. We consistently stay on top of the automotive aftermarket trends and new products in the automotive electronics industry.

We can install from basic car stereo installation to fully custom fabricated audio systems. We take pride in our products, craft and being able to provide quality installations that will serve our clients for years to come.

Attention to detail along with strong problem solving skills; must have a great work ethic and positive attitude.

Tools: Technicians are required to have their own basic 12v installation tools.

Email kustomcarsolutions@gmail.com or call 630-433-2214.

KICKER Went Overboard in Arizona at Lake Havasu Events

LAKE HAVASU, AZ (04.30.2021) – KICKER stretched West from Stillwater, OK to join dealers and fans with festivities at Desert Storm, running April 21-25, on Lake Havasu and Lake Havasu City.

The KICKER XRV rolled out of Stillwater, OK early Tuesday morning for the 1,100 mile trip west to Lake Havasu, AR.

The KICKER XRV rolled out of KICKER HQ on Tuesday morning, April 20th, for the 1100 mile trip to Lake Havasu. Jeremy Wynn, Events and Promotions Manager, was behind the wheel as the XRV hit the road for the first time in a year due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Tracy Focht, Western Regional Sales Manager, and David Glasgow were also in the big rig. Glasgow is involved in International Sales and has had his travels overseas restricted as well for nearly a year.

This is the 5th year with KICKER participating in Desert Storm. KICKER first started at Desert Storm with a 10×20 booth with River Dave and Wired 4 Sound. The last 3 years KICKER has been onsite as the Title Sponsor with a much, much larger presence at the downtown Street Festival and on the lake with the Poker Run and boat parades through the days and evening Friday and Saturday.

 The vendor party Thursday evening got the activities in gear.

“We feel this grass roots event is the perfect event to work directly with both boat manufacturers, dealers and end consumers. This allows us and our dealers to learn more about what customers are actually looking for and where the the target market is headed. In the years since it evolved the KICKER Sales Team, along with Events and Promotions Manager Jeremy Wynn, continue to see growth at the Desert Storm event. Each year we work diligently to better our approach and showcase KICKER at the event” Focht stated.

KICKER staff worked with their Southern Nevada/Arizona and SoCal Rep Firm Murfco at the event. Dealers Wired 4 Sound, Ron’s In Your Ear Audio and Premium Golf Carts showcased many of their jobs at the event.

There was plenty to see around the XRV.

Murfco’s Riley Murphy stated “Desert Storm was such a great event and we were all excited to get back outside and work with dealers and talk with consumers.” Devin Daniel, also with Murfco said “There was so much excitement during the Poker Run. Boats would pull up beside the Boom Toon to make sure they got their packet with cards. Everything on the water was exciting in spite of the wind.”

Wired 4 Sounds’ Jeff Cuvelier offered “We were right across the street from BJ’s Bar downtown.The number of people on the street was just amazing.To put the Wired 4 Sounds brand in front of people is an investment that will drive store traffic and business.”

The KICKER UTV brought the PowerSports category to Desert Storm.

Ron Burnett, Ron’s In Your Ear Audio, related “Being involved with KICKER and Desert Storm brings so much visibility to consumers for the products we sell. We always see a spike in business from Desert Storm.

KICKER’s Glasgow added “Participating in an event like Desert Storm is certainly something that will interest all of the international customers that I work with…they all like to know about Livin’Loud activities in the US.”

The strong partnership with Rod Voegele of Gatorwraps adds to the overall success of KICKER’s presence at Desert Storm.

The KICKER XRV was a magnet for members of the crowd at Desert Storm.

On the Poker Run, boats competed for the hefty purse. Some prominent boats, including a customized Trifecta Pontoon boat outfitted with top-of-the-line KICKER Marine Audio gear and an 11” Tower System were Livin’Loud on the water. This boat owned and equipped by Dan Murphy of MurfCo. Inc., KICKER Marine Audio’s Manufacturers Rep Group, emphasized the company’s tag line of “Livin’ Loud!”

The Trifecta is one of many boats the 38-year veteran KICKER representative has outfitted for this and many other events. Murphy, who has partnered with KICKER for so long because they are “the best” also partnered with Frank Zepeda on the “Boom Toon”. The “Boom Toon” is a “vintage” 30-foot Starlight 1986 riverboat that was along for the ride and the fun. The boat was transformed into a runabout double decker party barge, and is now a fan favorite, complete with a slide, party poles and a KICKING, KICKER Marine Audio system. The Desert Storm event was “sold out” with 237 boats participating in its 24th year.

This image from above shows the scope of KICKER’s presence at the event.

Also along for the ride at Desert Storm was another KICKER Marine Audio fan and partner, Rod Voegele of California-based, Gatorwraps. The company displayed its specialty large-scale vehicle and vessel wraps on its Kenworth W9 Show rig, and International CXT show truck, both heavily decked with KICKER audio components and broadcasting live and loud from the Street Party and throughout the event.

Also at the event Gatorwraps featured a 30’ Formula 302 SR-1, fully customized with 11 amps powering its over 25 speakers and subs. In addition, a Rinker Flotilla F-24 that has too many KICKER Marine Audio components to list. But ten 8” Horn Coaxial speakers with LED Speaker Rings (plus 2, 6.5” Horns) and 6 11’ Horn pods, plus the appropriate number and size of amps and support gear, gave some idea of the SOUND of this boat that is KICKER Marine Audio ‘Going Overboard’.

The KICKER Boom Toon was a star on the water at Desert Storm.

Said Voegele, “The clarity of KICKER Marine Audio is what sets it apart from other brands. I have a friend with a Rinker installed by Wired 4 Sound in Lake Havasu and when he pulls into a cove, everyone else shuts off their stereos because his sounds like a live concert! We get those comments all the time when we play our KICKER sound systems—the sound is that clear!”

Both MurfCo and Gatorwraps have had long-time KICKER audio affiliations including friendships with KICKER founder Steve Irby, who is known as a pioneer in the 12volt mobile audio world.

The downtown area was packed as enthusiast checked out boats parked along the way.

“KICKER Marine Audio finds kindred spirits in the performance boating community,” stated Jeremy Bale, brand manager, “This group of boaters enjoys being seen and heard and KICKER certainly has all the right top-grade marine equipment to help them achieve those goals! Lake Havasu has been a good location for us with long-time dealers, distributors and installers and we enjoy getting together with Rod (Voegele) and Dan (Murphy) at these events to engage with our customers. We’re happy to lend our support!”

Concluding, Focht offered, “From the first night kicking off the vendor party Wednesday night, to the hustle of the street party Thursday, to the Poker Run on Friday and the family atmosphere throughout the event Desert Storm at Lake Havasu is amazing. We have built friendships and created extended families with the people of Desert Storm. We look forward to learning more that we can do right for 2022 and remain the audio company of Desert Storm.”

Visit kicker.com/marine-audio for more.

SEMA Doubles Down on Commitment to Help Auto Parts Manufacturers Meet CARB, EPA Compliance

DIAMOND BAR, CA (04.30.2021) – SEMA is advancing its commitment to help automotive aftermarket parts manufacturers meet established standards for emissions compliance by investing millions of dollars into a second SEMA Garage Emissions Compliance Center.

In 2014, SEMA established a groundbreaking SEMA Garage Emissions Compliance Center in Southern California. The state-of-the-art facility features high-tech equipment, including a CARB-recognized lab that has helped hundreds of SEMA manufacturers—more than 100 of which have secured 431 CARB Executive Orders (EO) through the SEMA Garage. The Center is currently operating two full shifts, and demand from manufacturers seeking to obtain compliance remains at an all-time high.

To help meet the compliance needs of the $46.2 billion automotive aftermarket parts industry, SEMA recently announced the purchase of a building just outside Detroit that will be used as a second SEMA Garage Emissions Compliance Center. At 45,000-sq.-ft., the Detroit facility is three times the size of the existing SEMA Garage in California and will feature millions of dollars of new OEM-quality tools and equipment, including a CARB-recognized testing lab, as well as an Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Research and Development Center.

“The SEMA Garage Emissions Compliance Center sets out to remove any mystery or confusion over the rules and regulations related to emissions compliance,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM relations and product development. “Since opening the Southern California SEMA Garage seven years ago, automotive aftermarket parts manufacturers have poured through our doors seeking help with the complicated and confusing compliance requirements.”

With the Detroit SEMA Garage opening in early 2022, SEMA will help dramatically more members obtain CARB and EPA compliance, as well as shorten the processing time so that manufacturers remain competitive. Additionally, the Detroit Garage is expected to continue, and increase, the long-standing tradition of collaboration between OEMs and the aftermarket industry for the benefit of the consumer experience.

“The California Air Resources Board applauds SEMA for investing in this second testing and resource facility designed expressly for the performance aftermarket industry,” stated Annette Hebert, California Air Resources Board deputy executive officer. “We appreciate SEMA’s commitment to provide its members with the tools and services needed to ensure that products sold for California vehicles meet our requirements. CARB looks forward to our continued communication and cooperation with SEMA in this important area.”

“I congratulate SEMA for continuing to be a resource for the industry and setting the example for compliance,” said California State Senator Josh Newman (D-Fullerton). “I have visited and continue to support the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, and I am proud that SEMA is opening this new facility, which extends the excellent work done by the folks in Diamond Bar.”

Like the SEMA Garage in Southern California, the Detroit Garage will hire and train staff dedicated solely to helping aftermarket parts manufacturers understand and navigate the emissions-compliance process. Whereas manufacturers previously reported a significant delay to obtain a CARB EO, manufacturers working through the SEMA Garage average about four months.

“While we have made great strides towards reducing emissions from motor vehicles, the aftermarket industry is thriving,” said California State Assembly Member Phillip Chen (R-Yorba Linda). “The new SEMA Compliance Center will help make it possible for the industry—particularly small businesses—to continue to meet California’s stringent air-quality standards and succeed in today’s regulatory environment.”

Although there are a handful of other CARB-recognized test labs throughout the country that offer similar services, many manufacturers choose to go through the SEMA Garage because SEMA offers its members the benefits of aiding with the application process. Annually, SEMA submits more than 200 aftermarket product applications to CARB’s Aftermarket Parts Division, representing approximately 50% of the volume received. By working closely with CARB and EPA throughout the year, SEMA staff are intimately familiar with CARB EO requirements and able to successfully assist manufacturers with the entire process, from application to testing.

“By meeting regularly and communicating openly with regulators, we are able to better understand what their concerns are and develop programs that will ultimately help manufacturers get their products to market faster,” said Spagnola. “We value and appreciate the collaborative relationship we have with CARB and EPA.”

Visit semagarage.com for more.

DEI a Sponsor of 2021 One Lap of America

AVON LAKE, OH (04.30.2021) – Design Engineering, Inc. is supporting the 2021 Tire Rack One Lap of America presented by Grassroots Motorsports Magazine, a unique weeklong drive-and-race event that covers 3,400 miles.

Piloting some of the world’s most advanced street cars, One Lap participants begin and end the event in South Bend, Indiana, following a circuitous route in between that takes them to facilities as far south as Avondale, Louisiana and then as far east as Summit Point, West Virginia.

Over the eight days of competition, drivers will test their overall skills in a variety of challenges including skid pad, autocross, drag strip, racetrack and highway transit. Teams are self-managed, have no support crews, and must start and finish on the same set of tires.

“We are excited to be a part of this annual historic event,” said Will Farkas, Social Media and Sponsorship Coordinator at DEI. “It really is a true test of endurance and vehicle preparation, and we’ll be offering a discount on our products for all 2021 One Lap of America race teams.”

Participating facilities include Tire Rack, Memphis International Raceway, Eagles Canyon Raceway, Grissom Air Reserve Base, NOLA Motorsports Park, Atlanta Motorsports Park, Lanier Raceplex, Summit Point Motorsports Park and GingerMan Raceway.

The event begins April 30 with driver registration and concludes May 8. Enthusiasts can follow along on Facebook and/or through available livestreams.

Visit designengineering.com and onelapofamerica.com for more.

CTA Announces Return to Las Vegas for CES 2022

ARLINGTON, VA (04.29.2021) – The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) today announced CES 2022, the world’s most influential technology event, will return to Las Vegas next year. Following a successful all-digital CES 2021 , CTA will convene the tech industry in-person and digitally, giving a global audience access to major brands and startups, as well as the world’s most-influential leaders and industry advocates. CES heads back to Las Vegas Jan. 5-8, 2022, with Media Days taking place Jan. 3-4, 2022.

Featured Exhibitors

Some 1000 companies have committed to showcasing their most innovative technologies in Las Vegas and companies are continuing to sign up. Attendees can expect to see global brands including Amazon, AMD, AT&T, Daimler AG, Dell, Google, Hyundai, IBM, Intel, Lenovo, LG Electronics, Panasonic, Qualcomm, Samsung Electronics and Sony. Companies including Caterpillar, Indy Autonomous Challenge and Sierra Space are planning to make a Las Vegas debut in 2022. Eureka Park will return with startups representing countries around the world, including large delegations from France, Italy, the Netherlands and South Korea.

“We’re thrilled to return to Las Vegas – home to CES for more than 40 years – and look forward to seeing many new and returning faces,” said Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, CTA. “Hundreds of executives have told us how much they need CES to meet new and existing customers, find partners, reach media and discover innovation.”

Digital audiences will also experience the spirit of the live event in Las Vegas. The CES anchor desk, which debuted at CES 2021, will travel to Las Vegas and connect the digital audience with exhibitors, conference sessions, keynotes and product announcements from the live event. New content will also be added once CES departs Las Vegas, enabling attendees and exhibitors to continue connecting and exploring.

“Our customers are enthusiastic about returning to a live event in Las Vegas,” said Karen Chupka, EVP, CES, CTA. “Global brands and startups have shared that plans are already well underway and are committed to sharing the magic of an in-person CES with even more people from around the world.”

CTA will be reviewing guidelines for coronavirus safety measures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in addition to state and local guidelines. CTA will be following applicable federal, state and local laws, adapting CES plans accordingly and sharing updates with its audiences.

Visit ces.tech and cta.tech for more.