Younger Generation of Classic Car Enthusiasts, New Technology Pave Road for New Business Opportunities

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DIAMOND CAR, CA (03.17.2021) – With more than 9.4 million pre-1990 vehicles estimated on the road today, more consumers and businesses report that they are modifying classic cars with modern parts and technology. While a significant number of consumers and businesses continue to restore classic cars to their original factory specifications, a growing number are customizing the vehicles to include upgraded engines with enhanced performance, increased efficiency, and modern-day comforts (a practice often referred to as “restomodding”).

The “Classic Cars, Modern Markets” report from SEMA Market Research reveals new data on market sizing, purchasing habits, and vehicle usage of classic car vehicle owners and explores how modern consumers feel about, work on, and engage with their fellow enthusiasts about classic vehicles.

“Classic cars and trucks have been a key part of the specialty automotive aftermarket since it began, and for many people who own older vehicles, fixing them up or modifying them into something new is a passion project that can span decades,” said SEMA Director of Market Research Gavin Knapp. “This report will help businesses understand this unique customer base, how to reach them, and where the current and future opportunities are for the vintage and automotive restoration aftermarket.”

The report, which researched classic car owners and businesses, found:

  • A growing number of businesses (62%) see restomodding on the rise and, on average, say that half the work they do on classics is part of a restomod job
  • Younger classic car owners are more likely to seek a restomod build, with 38% of owners under 45 going for a restomod, compared to 22% of older owners
  • Owners tend to view a classic as a long-term investment, with 44% saying they want to keep the vehicle forever
  • While 50% of owners use their classic vehicles for running errands, classic vehicles are much less likely to be used as commuter vehicles with 15% of classic car owners doing so (compared to 64% of the general population)
  • 80% percent of classic owners are comfortable doing at least some of the work on their vehicle on their own
  • Unrestored ‘60s muscle cars and pony cars remain popular barn finds among collectors, but the emerging market for ‘70s and ‘80s vehicles represent an important opportunity
  • Despite loving old-school cars, classic owners are not shy about going online to learn and shop for parts – especially younger owners

To learn more about the current state of the classic vehicle market and where the opportunity is for your business, download the “Classic Cars, Modern Markets” report for free today at www.sema.org/market-research.

Rockford Fosgate Releases New Prime R2 Loaded Enclosures

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TEMPE, AZ (03.17.2021) – Rockford Fosgate the industry leader in high-performance audio systems, is proud to announce the new Prime R2 Loaded Enclosures are now shipping. Offered in two models, customers can choose either a double 12-inch or double 10-inch version.

Both models are pre-built and pre-wired for easy drop in installation; simply add an amplifier and enjoy epic bass performance. Loaded with dual voice coil subwoofers, both the 10-inch and 12-inch models are rated at 500 watts RMS, 1000 watts peak. They are housed in enclosures constructed of high quality materials including 5/8 inch MDF, OEM grade carpet, and feature high-current binding posts to ensure a secure connection.

The Prime Dual R2 Loaded Enclosures are expected at authorized Rockford Fosgate retail locations in late March at an MSRP of $219.99 on the R2-2X10 to $249.99 on the R2-2X12.

For more information and complete specifications please use the links below.

R2 Models include:

  • R2-2X10   | Dual 10 inch 500 watt loaded enclosure
  • R2-2X12   | Dual 12 inch 500 watt loaded enclosure
  • 1 Year Warranty

To find an authorized retail location near you, visit rockfordfosgate.com.

Sight and Sound Created a Massive Street Glide Build

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ABERDEEN, SD (03.17.2021) – Sight and Sound just completed a massive build on a Harley-Davidson Street Glide at their shop in Aberdeen SD. Bike Week 2021 in Daytona was almost 1800 miles away… this build would rock with the best at Bike Week in Daytona.

Dan Mount is pictured in his busy Sight and Sound installation shop with the just  completed massive Street Guide build in the foreground.

Dan Mount, Sight and Sound owner, related “This was the largest build to date in the 4 years we’ve been doing bikes. This build is crazy loud but talk about clean sound. We definitely went way out with this great customer. The build included Sony head unit plus products from SounDigital, Ground Zero, Beyma, Design Lids and Braille Lithium Battery.”

Three powerful SounDigital amps and a  Ground Zero DSP were placed in the fairing.

The products installed included 2 SounDigital 1200.4, 1 SounDigital 800.1 amps and Ground Zero DSP in the fairing with Sony 7000 in the gauge dash. Two Ground Zero 10’ GZCK in jefe rings were housed in the bags. Two Beyma 8” carbon fibers in the Voodo lowers plus 2 Beyma Pro 6.5” in the fairing along with 2 Beyma Pro 8” in the Speed By Design Lids. A Braille Lithium Battery supplies the voltage.

Ground Zero and Beyma speakers were placed in the bags.

Sight and Sound is a very proactive retailer in the community and area. Exhibiting at a recent home builders show on March 5th generated a lot of mobile audio visibility for the company. In addition, security cameras are a big category for home and farm building applications with many jobs scheduled on the book.

Visit facebook.com/SightandSoundSD for more.

Hi-Pro Audio Received the NavAtlas Prize from the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 116

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VICTORIA, TX (03.16.2021) – Justin Hosek, Hi-Pro Audio, received the NavAtlas handheld prize last week and already has hit the trail for a check ride.

“I gave one of the pair to my buddy and had the other one in my RZR. Out on the trail in rugged south Texas the handhelds worked great and definitely added a level of safety” Hosek related to 12volt News.

Justin Hosek holds his NavAtlas 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel prize after a check ride in his RZR.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 116 rolled on Friday, February 26th. The Wheel landed on the NavAtlas space and Hi-ProAudio’s lucky slip was drawn from the jar in the 12volt Central Studios. A quick email to Patrick Brooks, NavAtlas National Sales Manager, got the handhelds prize ball rolling to Justin at Hi-Pro Audio.

Patrick Brooks, NavAtlas National Sales Manager, pictured in the Brea CA HQ with the NHR1 prize ready to ship Hi-Pro Audio.

Brooks stated “Every retailer should have the NR1 Dual-band VHF/UHF Radios at the cash register to start a conversation and complete an impulse purchase. Back stock of 6 units makes sense since the NavAtlas handheld could be best $109. a customer could spend for a device that could be life saving. One never knows when they might loose cell service and out on a trail cell service can be spotty. With a range of 8 miles the NHR1could get a rider out of some tight spots.”

Brooks continued “The NavAtlas NHR1 is also a great tool for retail storesl to communicate between departments and the install bay.”

Jack Bogard, Sanford Sound in Sanford ME, won NavAtlas handhelds on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 113. “After receiving my NHR1’s we checked them out and they worked great. We are selling more side-by-sides and some of our customers already wanted to make a purchase so we placed an order. Using the handheld also works great to talk to techs in the bay.”

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel was started to add some fun across the 12volt industry. The second anniversary was celebrated just over 4 months ago. Great to see companies, like NavAtlas, receiving exposure for their brands, dealers like Justin and Jack being happy 12volt Spin-To-Win prize winners and NavAtlas handhelds dealers.

Visit hi-proaudio.com, navatlas.net, and instagram.com/12voltnews for more.

Accele Electronics “Provides High Definition Security”

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SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA (03.16.2021) – Accele Electronics has announced the latest additions to their growing portfolio of Fleet Vehicle Solutions, the DVR1080P family of “Black Box” DVR’s. The new DVR’s employ H.265, also known as HEVC, High Efficiency Video Code, the latest Video Compression technology.

H.265 is the choice when streaming live video due to its high quality and reduced bandwidth, allowing for reduced storage space. The DVR1080P and its variants have slots for 2 (not included) SD Cards, capable of storing 256 GB each. With the new HEVC compression that translates to almost 1 TB of storage without a Hard Drive.

This is important because mechanical Hard Drives are prone to data loss, data corruption and even failure under conditions of excessive vibration, dust and other elements often found in commercial vehicles.

High capacity storage is not the only outstanding feature, it has High Definition recording capability in 4 Channels mixing 1080P, 960P, 720P AHD & any Standard CVBS Video Cameras. The DVR1080P records continuously, and its “Pixel Recognition” technology enables the device to begin recording when there is an event or change in its immediate viewing range when parked. This “event” will be marked and not recorded over until it is reviewed and the GPS model records vehicle location(s) with Time and Date Stamp for archiving.

The exclusive allocation file system solves the file fragmentation and lost file issues found in other systems. For Fleet Operators employing a variety of vehicles our DVR1080P has variable operating Voltage from 8 – 36 Volts. Security is provided with a lockable door protecting the dual SD Cards. Super stable, Anti-shock, Aviation quality connectors plug in and screw tightly to ensure durability and easy installation. An additional model featuring 4G for remote real time monitoring will be available this Spring. The DVR1080P and 1080PGPS are available now, contact your Accele Sales Representative.

Visit www.accele.com for more.

NCAA March Madness on SiriusXM

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NEW YORK, NY (03.16.2021) – The 2021 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship will air in its entirety on SiriusXM, giving subscribers nationwide access to every minute of March Madness on SiriusXM radios and the SiriusXM app. In addition to live play-by-play of every game, SiriusXM listeners will also get the most in-depth daily coverage throughout the tournament on several exclusive 24/7 college sports talk channels.

The 2021 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship tips off with the First Four on March 18 and runs through the Final Four and national championship game on April 3 and 5. SiriusXM will also air Spanish-language broadcasts of the Final Four and championship games.

All Men’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts are provided to SiriusXM by Westwood One, the official network radio partner of the NCAA.

Tournament match-ups and SiriusXM channel assignments will be available at siriusxm.com/ncaamonsxm starting Monday, March 15.

On Selection Sunday, March 14, SiriusXM listeners will get up-to-the-moment coverage as tournament teams and first round match-ups are announced. On Mad Dog Sports Radio (channel 82), Chris “Mad Dog” Russo and Steve Torre will host special Selection Sunday coverage live from 5:00 to 9:00 pm ET. Additionally, ESPNU Radio on SiriusXM (channel 84) will air a Selection Sunday special hosted by Jon Crispin, Fran Fraschilla and Mike Yam from 6:00 to 9:00 pm ET. The official NCAA Tournament Selection Show produced by Westwood One will air on CBS Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 206) from 6:00 to 8:00 pm ET. The shows will feature interviews with special guests, including team coaches and NCAA Men’s Basketball Committee chair Mitch Barnhart.

SiriusXM will also offer coverage of the NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship, providing listeners with live play-by-play of the Women’s Final Four and championship game. These Women’s NCAA Tournament radio broadcasts are produced by Westwood One. On Monday, March 15, ESPNU Radio on SiriusXM will air a special “Selection Monday” show hosted by Krista Blunk and Nicole Auerbach as the tournament field is revealed (7:00 to 9:00 pm ET).

Throughout the tournament, SiriusXM’s exclusive, dedicated college sports channels – ESPNU Radio, SiriusXM ACC Radio, SiriusXM Big 12 Radio, SiriusXM Big Ten Radio, SiriusXM Pac-12 Radio and SiriusXM SEC Radio – will offer the most extensive and in-depth college basketball news and tournament talk available on radio. SiriusXM’s 24/7 college sports channels feature several former coaches and players including Pat Bradley, Tom Brennan, Jon Crispin, Dalen Cuff, Tony Delk, Sean Farnham, Fran Fraschilla, Seth Greenberg, Robbie Hummel, Steve Lappas, Evan Moore, Chris Spatola, Earl Watson and Tim Welsh, as well as analysts Nicole Auerbach, Krista Blunk and others.

Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski, who has led the Blue Devils to five National Championship titles, will continue to host his weekly SiriusXM show throughout the tournament. Basketball and Beyond with Coach K airs on ESPNU Radio on SiriusXM and is available on the SiriusXM app.

The next series of episodes of Christopher “Mad Dog” Russo’s new SiriusXM original podcast – Digging Up The Past – will debut this Monday, March 15, and will feature Russo and guests looking back at the history of the NCAA Tournament. Digging Up The Past takes a historical deep-dive into the events and innovations that have shaped the sports landscape. This next four-episode series will examine NCAA Tournament history from its origins as an eight-team competition in 1939 through 1978, featuring some of the great teams and players from that period, including the dynasty UCLA teams of the 1960s and 70s, the groundbreaking 1966 Texas Western team, the 1976 Indiana Hoosiers, which was the last undefeated Division I team to win the championship, and more.

Listeners will hear from college basketball stars from that era, as well as insiders who have covered the sport for decades, including Willie Worsley, Jerry Lucas, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Walton, Don Chaney, Lennie Rosenbluth, Quinn Buckner, Dick Vitale, Billy Packer, Bill Raftery and many others.

Men’s and Women’s tournament games, as well as SiriusXM’s exclusive 24/7 college sports talk channels, are available to listeners nationwide on SiriusXM radios, on the SiriusXM app and however they stream in their house. Streaming access is included for most subscribers. Go to www.siriusxm.com/ways-to-listen to learn more.

Digging Up the Past with Christopher Russo is available on the SiriusXM app.

NCAA, March Madness, First Four, Final Four and Selection Sunday are trademarks of the National Collegiate Athletic Association.

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Presenting the Official CMA Industry Week Schedule

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TORONTO, CA (03.15.2021) – Canadian Mobile Audio is proud to present the complete broadcast schedule for the inaugural CMA Industry Week – Spring Showcase. The online broadcast consists of 9 days of LIVE streaming from over 100 brands, producing an unprecedented 100+ hours of original mobile electronics content.

Mark your calendars to watch either live or on-demand, the schedule features in-depth interviews, training sessions, keynote speakers, product unveilings and much more.

For the latest information and most updated schedule for CMA Industry Week – March 22nd to April 1st, 2021:

2021 CMA Industry Week Schedule (All Times ET)

Monday, March 22nd
9:00am – 10:00am:  You Won’t Hear This Anywhere Else – SiriusXM
10:00am – 11:00am:  Benefits of Selling – SiriusXM
11:00am – 11:30am:  Car Audio Products, Just Hold the Audio – JVCKENWOOD
11:30am – 12:00pm:  Toys for the Trails, Tracks and H2O – JVCKENWOOD
12:00pm – 1:00pm:  YES, Bigger is Better – JVCKENWOOD
1:00pm – 2:00pm:  Wetsounds – Hearing is Believing with Tim White – Trends
2:00pm – 3:00pm:  Mosconi / Gladen – Featuring Legendary Trainer Nick Wingate  – Trends
3:00pm – 3:30pm:  Aquatic AV – Watertight Reputation with Kyle Aeschliman – Trends
3:30pm – 4:30pm:  MTX – Car Audio with Rico Felice & Jason Planck – Trends
4:30pm – 5:30pm:  Illusion Audio – The Secret Weapon with Alan Hulsebus – Trends
5:30pm – 6:00pm:  Blackhole – Improve Your AQ – Trends
6:00pm – 6:30pm:  Exile Audio – Back in Canada with Marine & Car feat. Bill Hasbrook – Trends
6:30pm – 7:00pm:  iConnects – Pure 100% OFC – Trends
7:00pm – 8:00pm: Wetsounds – New Venue Series – Trends
8:00pm – 9:00pm:  MTX – New Powersports 2021 – Trends

Tuesday, March 23rd
9:00am – 9:30am:  Power Systems / Accessories / Mobile Video – VOXX Electronics
9:30am – 10:00am:  Security Systems – VOXX Electronics
10:00am – 10:30am:  ADAS – VOXX Electronics
10:30am – 11:00am:  Rostra – VOXX Electronics
11:00am – 11:30am:  Introduction, Website Review – Importel
11:30am – 12:00pm:  Sonax – Professional Car Detailing for 90+ Years – Importel
12:00pm – 1:00pm:  Connects 2 – Premium Vehicle Solutions – Importel
1:00pm – 2:00pm:  I-datalink Maestro – Seamless Integration – Importel
2:00pm – 3:00pm:  Euphoria – Pro / Moto / Powersports / Car Audio – Importel
3:00pm – 4:00pm:  Heise / Saddletramp – Extensive Harley Upgrade Solutions – Importel
4:00pm – 5:00pm:  Audiofrog – High Fidelity Car Audio Designed by Experts with Andy Wehmeyer – Importel
5:00pm – 6:00pm:  Wavtech – Ultimate Audio Integration feat Jason Kemmerer – Importel
6:00pm – 7:00pm:  Kingpin – Fabrication Solutions with Jason Kranitz – Importel
7:00pm – 8:00pm:  XS Power Batteries – Real Power, Unreal Performance with Shawn Mayo – Importel
8:00pm – 8:30pm:  USA Spec (BSM200) – Blindspot & Lane Departure Solutions – Importel
8:30pm – 9:00pm:  Lukas / Qvia – Industry Leading Dash Cams and ADAS Technology – Importel

Wednesday, March 24th
9:00am – 9:30am:  Metra – BB Distribution
9:30am – 10:30am:  Focal – Live from France –  BB Distribution
10:30am – 11:00am:  Clifford – Security, Starters & Telematics – BB Distribution
11:00am – 11:30am:  Acc. & Connected Solutions – Auto Connect / Auto Cell / VOXX / AIS – BB Distribution
11:30am – 12:00am:  Powerbass – Marine & Powersports – BB Distribution
12:00pm – 12:30pm:  Consumer Lighting Solutions – Vivid Lumen / ODX / Heise – BB Distribution
12:30pm – 1:00pm:  Focal – Cone Technologies – BB Distribution
1:00pm – 1:30pm:  Accessories & Drive Safe Solutions – Accele / Boyo / Rydeen – BB Distribution
1:30pm – 2:00pm:  MIO Dash Cams – Change the Way You See the Road – BB Distribution
2:00pm – 2:30pm: Focal Inside – Hi-Fi OEM Upgrade Solutions – BB Distribution
2:30pm – 3:00pm:  Clifford – Smart Start Connectivity & Tracking – BB Distribution
3:00pm – 3:30pm:  Powerbass – Audio Solutions – BB Distribution
3:30pm – 4:00pm:  EFX & Scosche – Complete Installation Solutions – BB Distribution
4:00pm – 4:30pm:  SounDigital – Size Doesn’t Matter – BB Distribution
4:30pm – 5:00pm:  Commercial & Fleet Safety Products – BB Distribution
5:00pm – 5:30pm:  Commercial & Fleet Lighting Solutions – BB Distribution
5:30pm – 6:00pm:  Ground Zero – Ride the Lightning – BB Distribution
6:00pm – 6:30pm:  Wirez – Install It Once, Install It Right – BB Distribution
6:30pm – 7:00pm:  Sound Shield / JK Tapes – Elite Essential Only the Pros Use – BB Distribution
7:00pm – 7:30pm:  Musway – Hi-Fi German DSP – BB Distribution
7:30pm – 8:00pm:  Mobile Solutions – Top 2021 Fabrication Trends with Bryan Schmitt – BB Distribution
8:00pm – 8:30pm:  Focal – Utopia M, the Pinnacle of Car Audio – BB Distribution
8:30pm – 9:00pm:  MasterTech – Product Unveiling with Bryan Schmitt – BB Distribution  

Thursday, March 25th
9:00am – 10:00am:  Metra
10:00am – 11:00am:  Axxess – Metra
11:00am – 12:00pm:  Saddle Tramp – Metra
12:00pm – 1:00pm:  Heise / Daytona Lighting – Metra
1:00pm – 2:00pm:  Powersports / IBeam – Metra
2:00pm – 3:00pm:  Website Training – Metra
3:00pm – 3:30pm:  Accele Electronics – Mobile Video Solutions
3:30pm – 4:00pm:  Accele Electronics – ADAS / Collision Avoidance Tools
4:00pm – 4:30pm:  Accele Electronics – Beuler Consumer & Automotive Products
4:30pm – 5:00pm:  Accele Electronics – Safety & Convenience / Littworx Lighting
5:00pm – 6:00pm:  5 Axis Innovations – Custom Displays For Success
6:00pm – 7:00pm:  Fortin – New & Exciting 2021
7:00pm – 8:30pm:  Arc Audio – The Brand Professionals Use with Fred Lynch – Importel
8:30pm – 9:00pm:  Crux – Vehicle Integration Solutions – Importel

Friday, March 26th
9:00am – 11:00am:  Car Lighting District
11:00am – 12:00pm:  Pioneer – History / Know-How / Speakers / Subwoofers / Amplifiers
12:00pm – 1:00pm:  Pioneer – Smart Audio / AV Receivers / Driver Assistance Solutions / Marine
1:00pm – 1:30pm:  Audiotec Fischer – DSP Software Explained – MSC
1:30pm – 2:00pm:  Audiotec Fischer – Technology Explained – MSC
2:00pm – 2:30pm:  Brax / Helix – Standalone DSP Lineup – MSC
2:30pm – 3:00pm:  Helix / Match – Multi-Channel System Design – MSC
3:00pm – 4:00pm:  Match – OEM System Upgrades Explained – MSC
4:00pm – 4:30pm:  Systems by MSC
4:30pm – 5:30pm – Stinger – Speedtrap Protection – MSC
5:30pm – 6:30pm – BLAM – Product Overview – MSC
6:30pm – 7:00pm – Escort – Radar / Laser Integrated Defence Systems – MSC
7:00pm – 7:30pm:  Ground Zero – Respect the Music – BB Distribution
7:30pm – 8:00pm:  Vehicle Audio & Install Solutions  – Maestro / Installbay / JVC / VAIS – BB Distribution 
8:00pm – 8:30pm:  Focal Inside –  Harley Davidson – BB Distribution
8:30pm – 9:00pm:  TekTrax – Rewards & Incentives LIVE – BB Distribution

Monday, March 29th
9:00am – 10:00am:  BPS Lighting – Sobel
10:00am – 11:00am:  Viper – Sobel
11:00am – 12:00pm:  Pioneer – Sobel
12:00pm – 1:00pm:  Metra – Sobel
1:00pm – 1:30pm:  Atrend / MTI Acoustics – Save Time & Reduce Dust: Pre-Made Enclosures – Gemsen
1:30pm – 2:00pm:  Dynamat – Serious About Sound Treatment – Gemsen
2:00pm – 2:30pm:  Clarion Marine – 2021 New Product Debut –  Gemsen
2:30pm – 3:00pm:  Kicker Marine – GO OVERBOARD with Our Extensive Lineup of Marine Gear – Gemsen
3:00pm – 3:30pm:  JL Audio Marine – High Performance Marine Audio – Gemsen
3:30pm – 4:00pm:  BOSS Elite – Affordable Industry Acclaimed Source Units – Gemsen
4:00pm – 5:00pm:  AudioControl – Simple OEM Integration – 1 Amp Can Do It All – Gemsen
5:00pm – 6:00pm:  JL Audio Mobile – DSP OEM Integration & System Tuning Products – Gemsen
6:00pm – 7:00pm:  Kicker Mobile – “Unmasked” Products New for 2021 – Gemsen
7:00pm – 8:00pm:  Morel – New Product Launch – Hi-Fidelity Sound for Every Budget – Gemsen
8:00pm – 9:00pm:  NavTV – Vehicle Integration Solutions for Cars, Trucks & Trailers – Gemsen

Tuesday, March 30th
9:00am – 10:00am:  PAC Audio – AAMP
10:00am – 11:00am:  Echomaster – AAMP
11:00am – 12:00pm:  Stinger – AAMP
12:00pm – 1:00pm:  Phoenix Gold – AAMP
1:00pm – 1:30pm:  ODX Lighting
1:30pm – 2:00pm:  Auto Oxide
2:00pm – 3:00pm:  Hertz Audio – Automobility
3:00pm – 4:00pm:  Audison – Automobility
4:00pm – 5:00pm:  Rockford Fosgate – Automobility
5:00pm – 5:30pm:  Radenso – Automobility
5:30pm – 6:00pm:  Thinkware Dash Cam – Automobility
6:00pm – 6:30pm:  Cobra – Automobility
6:30pm – 7:00pm:  OE Integration – Automobility
7:00pm – 8:00pm:  TBA – Automobility
8:00pm – 9:00pm:  TBA – Automobility

View the full schedule and French dates at the website below.

Visit www.CanadianMobileAudio.com/IndustryWeek for more.

2021 Polaris RZR Kicker Audio Build At LakeTown Speed And Sound

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DRAPER, UT (03.15.2021) – An Instagram post of an amazing Polaris RZR build by Laketown Speed and Sound grabbed eyeballs at the 12volt Central Studios.

The Polaris RZR pictured by the Laketown Speed and Sound facility in Draper, UT.

Angel Rivera and Isai Hernandez spent the better part of 4 days completing the amazing build that featured Kicker products and included substantial customization. Customized door pods, mount panels and modification to the glove box were color matched in neon green and made using weather resistant Sinatra plastic. All wiring, interconnects and aux battery to help with voltage stabilization were from Stinger Electronics.

The Kicker Pods and Tubes installed and ready to be Livin’Loud.

“This Polaris RZR screams with 2000 watts of Kicker RMS goodness. The system is extremely loud and projects extremely well thanks to the Kicker 11” HLCD,” Rivera offered.

Check out the custom panel work and neon green paint to match the RZR body color.

The list of equipment is as follows:

  • Kicker KXMA 800.8 running Mids and HLCD mounted on custom amp board made of Sintra plastic
  • Kicker KXMA 1200.1 running subwoofers mounted on custom amp board made of Sintra plastic
  • 3 sets of Kicker KM654L LED Coax
  • 2 Kicker KMTC11 11″ Horn Loaded Compression Drivers
  • 2 Kicker TB10 10″ tube subwoofers (mounted to custom sub board made of Sintra plastic and attached using factory mounting points for durability and functionality)
  • Stinger X2 series interconnects
  • Stinger 0 gauge power and ground
  • Stinger 0 gauge to 4 gauge distribution blocks
The Kicker gear to be installed in the RZR in the installation bay at Laketown Speed and Sound.
System wiring in progress.

Concluding, Rivera stated, “In our Big Sky area the Powersports category is growing rapidly. We see Polaris RZR quite often plus the Can Am Maverick. Thanks again brother for the shout outs and for your work in this industry. We need more people like you keeping things alive, especially in these unusual times.”

Visit laketownspeedandsound.com and kicker.com for more.

Lou Ottens, Dutch Inventor of Cassette Tape, Has Died at 94

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DUIZEL, NETHERLANDS (03.15.2021) – Lou Ottens, the Dutch inventor of the cassette tape, had died.
An estimated 100 billion cassette tapes have been sold worldwide, according to Philips, the company he began working for in 1952. Ottens also supervised the team that developed the compact disc (CD).

An engineer by trade, five years after joining Philips, Ottens became the head of the company’s product development department at its audio plant in Hasselt, Belgium.

In 1960, Ottens and his team developed the first portable tape recorder. At the time, all recorders used the reel-to-reel system, which meant the tape had to be manually wound. He revolutionized recorders two years later by inventing the compact cassette. Because of the laborious nature of the reel-to-reel process, Ottens wanted to simplify the process, said his family.

Ottens cut a block of wood that would fit into the side of his jacket pocket to find an ideal size for the new carrier. The block became the model after which the first portable cassette recorder was made, said Philips.

Related: Woman reunited with mixtape more than 20 years after she lost it

In 1963, the development of the cassette and the playback device had done so well that they were presented at the Internationale Funkausstellung — a trade exhibition for audio products — in Berlin.

Guests from Japan were inspired by his invention. The cassette was quickly copied by Japanese manufacturers into a different format and sold onto the Japanese market. The cassette recorder was a huge hit around the world, but particularly with young people in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s.

Ottens supervised the team that invented the CD, which was produced extensively by Sony-Philips and sold more than 200 billion copies worldwide. He retired in 1986.

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Pro Audio Center Wins 12volt News Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Spin 118

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SHREVEPORT LA (03.13.21)  WTF…Win This Friday. Pro Audio Center won the 12volt News $100. prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel on Friday morning, March 12th.

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

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The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 118th time on Friday morning March 12th. The Wheel landed on the 12volt News space. The Pro Audio Center 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 Vicky Hamm and she was pleased to hear the news.

Spinning out a winner each Friday, the 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, Design Engineering, 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 and Car Stereo Max in Houston.. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel will be on Friday, March 19th.