The AutoTech Engineering Bass And Chill Meet June 14th

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RIVERSIDE, CA (06.25.2020) – The recent AutoTech Engineering Bass and Chill Meet, along with a Car Show, at the company’s Riverside plant was a very bright spot on the car audio scene in Southern California. The COVID-19 Pandemic has disrupted daily lives across the state and U.S. The Sunday, June 14th, event was a chance for many car audio enthusiasts to get outside and enjoy their ‘sport.’ Over 185 vehicles were on the property and members of the crowd enjoyed showing off their rides…while keeping social distancing in mind.

The huge lot on the AutoTech Engineering property in Riverside CA was filled with vehicles and car audio enthusiasts.

Sam DeSantos, who orchestrated the event, stated, “It was terrific to see the huge turnout. This was our second event this year and enthusiasts from around the area really turned out. Chris Denardo, from Al&Eds in Escondido, helped get the word out and put together a raffle with great prizes that excited members of the crowd and helped local charities.”

Products from AutoTech, SoundStream, Cerwin Vega and SoundSkins brought smiles to raffle winners faces.

SoundstreamUSA, in Montebello, CA, got behind the event with their area Soundstream Team members. “We had a great turnout from the Soundstream Team with 15 vehicles onsite featuring full Soundstream systems,” Jordan Shahriary, Soundstream Social / Marketing Manager, stated.

SoundStream Team members numbered 15 at the event. This installation is amazing.
Chris Denardo’s Scion, loaded with Cerwin Vega from AlandEd’s in Escondido, was a top demo vehicle at the event.

Chris Denardo from the Al&Eds location in Escondido offered “People in the area turned out to breathe some fresh air, see friends and check out great systems at the event. We had an Al&Ed’s tent set up and drew a lot of traffic to the booth with the raffle along with my red Scion that is loaded. The winners of the great Cerwin Vega and SoundSkins raffle prizes were smiling from ear to ear. Our store in Escondido is maybe 70 miles away from AutoTech in Riverside but we have had people contacting us after the event.”

SoundSkins and Cerwin Vega prizes were awarded to these raffle winners.

Reisenauer Designs, with Chris, displayed his great acrylic creations at the event and added to the prizes raffled. “I do a lot to support car audio and BassHeads. People who display their systems are very creative and they appreciate the detail in my work.”

This acrylic Soundstream logo showcases the details in work from Reisenauer Designs.

AutoTech Engineering manufactures a wide variety of high output alternators driven by quality, value and performance.

AutoTech makes a wide selection of custom high performance alternators.

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Nemesis Audio Releases New Series of Korean Made Amplifiers

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DALLAS, TX (06.25.2020) – Nemesis Audio, maker of competition level Speakers and amplifiers since 2014, has released a new line of Made in Korea Amplifiers. The new line line of Amplifiers which will fall under the Category: “TEAM NEMESIS” has 10 new models including Eight New Monoblock Amplifiers, One 4-CH Amplifier, and One 5-Ch Amplifier. The ALL NEW NA-K12000D is Nemesis’ largest amplifier to date a 12,000W RMS Amplifier. All “Team Nemesis” Amplifiers will be underrated Amplifiers which will exceed even listed RMS Power. “Team Nemesis” Amplifiers will range in power from 1,000W RMS – 12,000W RMS Team Nemesis Series Amplifiers are now in stock and Shipping to Dealers worldwide.

At the top of the monoblocks is a Nemesis 12,000 watt RMS amplifier, the most powerful from Nemesis to date.

Nemesis will also introduce in the 3rd quarter of 2020 Nemesis Batteries, that will compliment the Team Nemesis Amplifiers, as well as a new Brazilian Style series of Amplifiers.

New Nemesis amplifiers:
NA-K12000D, NA-K7500D, NA-K6000D, NA-K4000D, NA-K3000D, NA-K2000D, NA-K1500D, NA-K1000D, NA-K200X4, and NA-K2200X5D

For more info, visit NemesisAudio.com or e-mail: Info@NemesisAudio.com

CTA Says Moving Forward Act a Missed Opportunity for SDV Leadership

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ARLINGTON, VA (06.25.2020) – The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, Consumer Technology Association (CTA), regarding the introduction H.R. 2, the Moving Forward Act in the U.S. House of Representatives:

“Lawmakers in the House have missed a key opportunity to show U.S. leadership on self-driving vehicles (SDVs). House Democrats called their infrastructure bill ‘The Moving Forward Act’ – but without provisions advancing self-driving vehicle technology, the bill leaves the U.S. standing still on transportation innovation, while the rest of the world moves forward. To the contrary – this bill would make it more difficult to use SDVs in public transit.

“Self-driving technology will boost our economy, save lives, help seniors and those with disabilities and lead to even better contactless delivery services. But politics continues to throttle any legislative progress on this pivotal technology. We hope the Senate will include provisions in its own infrastructure package that move our country closer to fully realizing self-driving technology and saving thousands of lives on American roads.”

Visit cta-tech.org for more.

Race Sport Lighting Shipping a New 3-in-1 Automotive Protection Kit

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RINGWOOD, IL (06.24.2020) – Race Sport Lighting is excited to announce the launch of their Race Sport Lighting’s 3-in-1 automotive protection kit. Designed for businesses who service any type of customer vehicles, to provide a simple layer of protection for porters, installers and technicians from potential transmission of germs, bacteria and viruses.

This kit features a recyclable slipcover for three of the most common surfaces technicians come in contact with while servicing a vehicle. One protective cover for the steering wheel, one for the gear shifter and one for the driver’s seat.

“Having a protective barrier between your employees and potentially contaminated surfaces within the vehicle they are servicing, is a simple and effective way to lower employee exposure to germs, bacteria and viruses. As well as giving customers peace of mind that they are not being exposed by the staff servicing their vehicle,” stated Steve Jergensen, President, Race Sport Lighting.

“To shield the surface, simply stretch the elastic band of the steering wheel and shifter knob cover out over the mechanism. The driver seat cover has a pouch on the back that you simply slip over the headrest. Drape the rest of the cover over the seat. We protect every test vehicle that comes in during our intake procedure,” commented Mac Gracia, Installation & Tech Support, Race Sport Lighting.

3-in-1 Automotive Protection kits are in stock and shipping in cases of 100 for your average dealer, or 1000 for large dealerships or WD Distributors to sell to their active dealership base.

Click here for more info and resources on this new product.

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MEA Partners with SDG to Administrate 2020 Industry Awards

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LONG BEACH, CA (06.24.2020) – TheMobile Electronics Association (MEA) announced that it has contracted SDG, Inc., a marketing and communications firm specializing in the automotive integration industry, to facilitate the 2020 Mobile Electronics Industry Awards. Solomon Daniels, principal of SDG, has administered the awards process for the past 10 years as part of his former role as editor-in-chief of Mobile Electronics magazine. Daniels will oversee and implement the same processes up to the determination of the winners. MEA President Chris Cook will present the winners at the annual awards ceremony, scheduled for September 27 at the Dallas Convention Center during this year’s only remaining KnoweldgeFest event.

Solomon Daniels, principal of SDG

The Industry Awards process typically begins in May and runs through to the annual awards ceremony that accompanies the Dallas KnowledgeFest event in August. But the drastic impact of the COVID-19 virus forced the pushback of the remaining three KnowledgeFest education and tradeshow events. The Indianapolis and new Orlando shows have been moved to 2021, and the flagship Dallas event has been shifted to late September this year.

The Mobile Electronics Industry Awards celebrate the best examples of the industry from the retail, technical, supplier and support sectors. The process is divided into three segments to include endorsements from every segment of the industry. Participants submit nominations which are narrowed to a list of semi-finalists. Industry members and consumers then cast votes to determine the finalists in each awards category. In some award categories, winners are chosen from their final vote rankings. For the remainder, finalists are asked to submit additional materials for review, and the winners are selected by a judging body. 

“I am extremely happy to be able to continue the tradition of overseeing the Industry Awards, even in this new capacity,” said Daniels. “My commitment has always been to remain a strong advocate and participant in our industry and provide help wherever I can. To be a part of rewarding our most-accomplished performers and sharing their best practices to benefit others is one of the most fulfilling tasks I could ask for.”

Announcements about the awards process will be made in the coming days. Participants will be able to stay up to date throughout the entire awards cycle by visiting meindustryawards.com. For more information, contact Solomon Daniels at (213) 291-7888 or solomon@sdgmac.com.

Fortin Releases ‘No Key Sacrificed’ Immobilizer For Select 2019-2020 Toyota Vehicles

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MONTREAL, QUEBEC (06.24.2020) – Fortin has announced an exclusive “No Key Sacrificed” immobilizer bypass and remote start solution for 2019-2020 TOYOTA specific vehicles.

Covering TOYOTA RAV4 2019+, RAV4 Hybrid 2019+ and COROLLA 2020+ H-Key vehicles, the solution uses Fortin EVO-ONE or EVO-ALL platforms to offer a secure cost effective solution. A T-HARNESS is available to facilitate the installation (sold separately). 

The solution also supports the remote start from the OEM remote function and covers alarm and security features. RF Kits and compatible smartphone/telematic devices can also be connected directly to the EVO-ALL and EVO-ONE modules to extend the operating range if desired.

Fortin Electronic Systems is a world leading developer and manufacturer of integrated consumer solutions for vehicle control and connectivity.

Visit Fortin.ca to discover more remote starter, immobilizer bypass and security system solutions.

Scrapin’ The Coast 2020 with DS18 and Limitless Lithium on the Gulf Coast

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MIAMA GARDENS, FL (06.23.2020) – Coming like a freight train right into the new show season! DS18 and Limitless Lithium are the perfect combo for any enthusiast wanting to get the most bang for their bucks with the best designed equipment in the field.

Team DS18, lead by Rob Ferro-MR.DS18, will be in full force at Scrapin’ the Coast just like very year with their closest of kin in audio, Team Limitless! These two teams combined will no doubt blow away any COVID-19 that may be in the air with the massive amounts of cone area pushing hurricane force winds from these amazing manufacturer demo builds. Leading the limitless Team is Chris Allen, Matt Leisch, and Roy Rose who are prepared for a hot and windy day in Biloxi on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

The DS18 Big Bad Wolf and more will be Scrapin’ The Coast.

MR.DS18 himself will be there with his gang of amazing fully build audio Jeeps. Alongside will be a couple DS18’s newest dealers Kyle Wardwell and Sammy BOOBMOX Serrano. Both Kyle and Sammy will have their fully build audio Jeeps there showing off their amazing fabrication work and 100% DS18 equipment setups. These Jeeps define what pro audio is all about. The immense sound coming from these vehicles is as impressive as their sound quality. Also joining will be a plethora of other Team DS18 members and DS18 enthusiasts.

These DS18 and Limitless Lithium builds are nothing like people have ever seen and are guaranteed to LITERALLY blow all away. Just between the Limitless Gorilla and Ground Pound, there is a combined 180,000 watts of goose bump making high powered pro audio sound! These two vehicles alone can stop breaths, shatter windshields, and make people squirm when the massive 165+ DB bass moves through their body. These vehicles are not just about the bass. Both are LOADED with DS18 Mids and Highs to compliment all that DS18 subwoofer bass and give an experience that rivals the Sydney Amphitheater!

See MR.DS18 and the Big Bad Wolf

This year will be an amazing experience at Scrapin’ The Coast. DS18 and all are ready to get back to normal and start all the summertime shows all have been missing!

Team Members of DS18 are driving across the country just to have a portion of WE LIKE IT LOUD to start this season with a GIANT BANG!

Visit ds18.com and scrapinthecoast.com for more.

Custom Audio Father’s Day Promotion on Social Media

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ERIE, PA (06.23.2020) – Custom Audio added more for Fathers on Father’s Day 2020 with a special promotion.

Custom Audio posted this Father’s Day graphic on social media to lead Fathers to enter to win.

Sondralee Orengia related, “A few days before Father’s Day we put together a quick promotion on Facebook and Instagram. Fathers could register to win a gift package that included a very popular Nebo Tino compact flashlight we sell with a pair of their socks too. Fathers were asked to like, comment and share our Father’s Day offer post.”

Jacob was the winner and is pictured in the store picking up his Nebo flashlight and other goodies.

On Saturday before Father’s Day a winner was selected, contacted and he came into the store to pick up his prize package.

“Jacob was the winner and very promptly came by the store and picked up his Father’s Day prize. This was the first time he had been into our store and he commented on the wide selection of products we offer for home and car,” Orengia added.

Custom Audio made this very creative post on Father’s day.

The Father’s Day promotion had a reach of over 3000 on the Custom Audio social media outreach.

To further build a lasting relationship with customers Custom Audio gives each one a company pen and note pads to keep the company’s brand in view.

Custom Audio gives customers a packet with pen, paper pads, comment card and a WeatherTech brochure as an added ‘Thank You.’

Visit customaudio.net for more.

American Bass Releases Stealth Energy Batteries

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SOLON, OH (06.23.2020) – American Bass Audio has released a brand of batteries called Stealth Energy.

Bob Ahuja, Company President offered, “Our consumers use American Bass products to seriously upgrade their audio builds because they are enthusiasts or because they are competitors. Often our customers need more energy to run their builds than what is available in their car and they often upgrade batteries to supply that energy. Entering the battery business allows American Bass to supply every aspect of their audio build from their subwoofers, speakers, amplifiers and now the energy that supplies the whole system.”

Stealth Energy Batteries are in stock and a new product from American Bass.

American Bass has released 6 models of 12 volts AGM, absorbent glass mat, batteries. The six models are Stealth 150-15 amp hours, Stealth 200-20 amp hours, Stealth 350, 35 amp hours, Stealth 550-50 amp hours, Stealth 750-75 amp hours and Stealth 1000-100 amp hours.

There are 6 models in the Stealth Energy line.

The key difference between Stealth Energy batteries and the competition is that these batteries are designed for car audio and American Bass batteries have far better surge capacity than competitors. Surge, or reserve, capacity is key because often car audio customers are drawing a lot of current from their batteries over very short periods of time.

Ahuja concluded, “We are thrilled to enter the battery business in car audio. Car audio enthusiasts often do not have many options when it comes to quality, affordable batteries specifically designed for audio applications. Our customers often have to make do with batteries not designed for audio. We are excited to now provide the perfect solution for them.”

Visit americanbassusa.com for more.

Elite Audio Hosted a Very Successful MECA Event

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ATHENS, TN (06.22.2020) – Long-time MECA Retail Member, Elite Audio in Athens TN, hosted a MECA event at the Sweetwater Flea Market on Sunday May 31st. Elite Audio has hosted numerous events at this venue through the years.

MECA Members pitch in to help a fellow competitor get a big number on the meter.

Oran Barkley, Elite Audio owner and MECA 2018 SPL Street 5 World Champion stated “The Sweetwater Flea Market is just up the road from our store a few miles. We had a great event. Over 60 competition vehicles were in the lanes for MECA Show & Shine, SQL and SPL runs. In addition there were NSPL and Bass Outlaw competitors plus about 20 friends that just came to demo their rides. There was a lot of enthusiasm among competitors who were very happy to be back at a MECA event. We had competitors from Ohio, North Carolina and Georgia plus many from Tennessee.”

Oran Barkley was happy to see friends and competitors at the Sweetwater Flea Market.

Steve Stern, MECA Commish, offered “This was the first show for the East Tennessee/Virginia area and spectator turnout was especially good, and lots of enthusiasm. People were genuinely grateful to be back at a MECA event, able to see friends, show new builds, and lots of car audio gear.”

This amazing Chevy pickup was one of the ultra tricked rides on site at the event.

Continuing, Stern stated “Oran is a believer in hosting cost-effective, fun events that highlight his store plus the products and services he provides. He understands the sound-off competitors since he has been one for many years. Team O.S.C. is a testimony to the relationships he builds with his customers, who turn into friends as they travel and socialize at the events. This makes for loyal customers, and that’s really important to speciality car audio shops.”

The Odd Squad Custom Team was founded in 1995 as a low rider club.

Barkley started Team O.S.C. (Odd Squad Custom) in 1995 as a Low Rider Club for car shows. Through the years the marketplace has changed and now club members focus on car audio competitions and car shows.

Barkley related business has been strong during the COVID-19 pandemic with strong sales across the board in car audio, marine and side-by-side categories.

Concluding, Stern offered “Starting Monday, June 22nd, we will make daily posts on Facebook highlighting MECA Retail Members. The first post will be last year’s Team Of The Year, Team O.S.C. owned by Oran Barkley-Elite Audio and featured above.

Visit mecacaraudio.com for more.