CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA (02.12.2020) – Cadence has partnered with 12 Volt News to giveaway a pair of IQ 653GE Speakers to a special winner, selected randomly by 12 Volt. The winner was announced via Instagram – and it was Stereo City Pros.
Rick Kahn pictured in his Carmichael, CA store with the Cadence 12volt Spin-To-Win prize.
John Velez in the Cadence City of Industry warehouse set to send the Cadence speakers to Stereo City Pros.
Here at Cadence, we enjoy partnering with companies like 12 Volt, which gives us the opportunity to get involved with more car audio lovers and dealers like Stereo City Pros. We cannot wait to see what kind of car these speakers are installed in.
Interested in becoming a dealer? Dealer and Representative inquiries are welcome. Visit our website or give us a call 626.465.3383. Make sure to visit our new and improved website: CadenceSound.com
Epsilon Electronics Inc. operates as a corporate umbrella for various 12volt brands that include Soundstream, Power Acoustik, Precision Power, Farenheit, and NESA. In addition, Epsilon is the second largest aftermarket car video supplier in the USA. As an innovator in the industry, Epsilon holds over 13 key industry patents.
International Sales Position Skill Requirements:
– Preferably 5+ years experience as an international manufacturer representative
– A strong work ethic with the ability to work self-sufficiently
– Conduct business according to company values
– Experience in and knowledge of the 12v market
– Must enjoy spending time on phone and computer
– Must be ready to travel Europe, Asia, as well as other countries
– Superior real-time social media skills for International updates
– Basic computer skills and ability to use our proprietary software for order entry and fulfillment
– Generate new business
– Help sustain and manage current accounts
– Responsible for hitting monthly sales and new dealer goals of the business – Deliver on a timely basis any promises made to customer regarding products and services – Continuously analyze customer business (inventory, sales trend, financial status, etc.)
Essential Job Qualifications & Capabilities Honesty – direct, and factual communication and actions with internal and external customers Organized – able to effectively manage schedule, duties, and submit reports in a timely manner Responsible – takes full ownership and owning mistakes without transferring blame or responsibility Inspiring – able to inspire/ mentor/ coach/ the team to help motivate them for success Decisive – able to make difficult decisions and communicate without hesitation.
BIRMINGHAM, AL (02.11.2020) – The 2020 Angel Distributing ‘Dealer Appreciation Show’ was a strong event. The Saturday evening activities and Sunday show both took place at the Angel Distributing facility in Birmingham, AL. The Saturday Meet & Greet-that included food, beverages and networking with vendors and fellow dealers was from 6 PM until 9 PM. Tubs of wings, trays of veggies and fruit plus beverages were enjoyed. The Sunday show, with over 2 dozen top 12volt brands exhibiting and 6 vendor training sessions, was from 9 AM – 4 PM. A 10 x 20 tent featured closeout specials.
Stan Smith, Railroad Bazaar (L), received a Dealer of the Year Ward and is pictured with Angel’s Vince Brown.
Charlie Angel stated “This is a wonderful time of the year as we welcome our friends and customers to our annual ‘Dealer Appreciation Show’. We moved the show to earlier February dates this year so as not to interfere with dealer’s busy tax season. The move to the earlier date, and having everything at our warehouse, worked out very well.”
Chad Seekers, Angel GM, spearheaded show activities. “We had 122 dealers represented at the show this year. Dealers from Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, North and South Carolina and across Alabama attended. This year we added vendors Nakamichi, Phoenix Gold and TRIMAX trailer locks plus RuffTuff seat covers. Those new brands showed their products with Nakamichi and TRIMAX grabbing a lot of attention. In addition the 6 vendor training sessions on the schedule brought dealers up to speed on the latest from JVC, PowerBass, Euphoria, WeatherTech, Metra and Phoenix Gold on Sunday. Michael Davis did a great job highlighting everything in the WeatherTech line.”
Phil Bruner (R), Phil’s Tint and Alarm, is pictured with his Angel Distributing Dealer of the Year Award with Angel’s Charlie Angel. This year there were 2 Dealer of the Year Awards.
A special announcement was made during the show that in the near future dealers will be able to place orders online via the Angel Distributing website.
Brands in the house included Metra’s Brands, PowerBass, JVC, Kicker, Euphoria, Q-Power, Nakamichi, Race Sport Lighting, LinksWell, Rostra, WeatherTech, Design Engineering, SolarGard, Renegade Audio, AAMP, Phoenix Gold, Accele, Polk Audio, Wet Sounds, TRIMAX and RuffTuff.
Jeff Falk, PowerBass National Sales Manager, stated “The Angel was a great show to kick off the season. Dealers were excited about all the new OE products that PowerBass has for 2010.”
Robin McNeal, Nakamichi National Sales Manager offered “It was super to near Angel Distributing had a very good show with the Nakamichi line. We have an exciting line and think dealers will see the value and add Nakamichi to their store’s mix.”
Metra Electronics received the Angel Distributing Manufacturer of the Year Award. Metra’s Paul Von Feldt and Dallas Lovelace pictured with Angel GM Chad Seekers (L to R).
Neil Ottavi, TRIMAX, offered “Angel brought in our line of trailer locks and hitches which can offer dealers a new business opportunity for their customers. Dealers in our booth definitely saw the possibilities.”
During the show on Sunday Angel Distributing presented awards for Dealer of the Year, Manufacturer of the Year and Rep Firm of the Year. Two Angel Distributing Dealers received Dealer of the Year. Phil’s Tint and Alarm, with Phil Bruner accepting, along with Railroad Bazaar and Stan Smith received customized Angel thermal tumbler awards. The Manufacturer of the Year Award went to Metra with Paul Von Feldt and Dallas Lovelace accepting the custom Angel thermal tumbler. Manufacturer Rep Firm of the Year was bestowed on Tech Marketing with Richie Holtzman accepting the Angel thermal tumbler.
Richie Holtzman (R) holds the Angel Distributing Rep Firm of the Year Award. Holtzman is the Principal of Tech Marketing and is pictured with Angel GM Chad Seekers.
“The closeout area last year was strong and this year it was even stronger with the 10×20 tent. Should have been a 10×30 tent. Dealers brought their vans and pickups and loaded up. We worked very hard to make the trip to our show great for our customers. The World of Wheels was in Birmingham the weekend of our show and several dealers went there Saturday before coming to our show” Seekers added.
Angel concluded “Our manufacturers worked with us to give our dealers the best discounts of the year. Also, with the Saturday night activities at our warehouse many dealers got one-on-one time with reps and factories and placed their orders. That helped make sure everyone was taken care of in a timely fashion. We thank all for coming to our ‘Dealer Appreciation Show’ 2020 and look forward to a great year.”
Angel Distributing has been hosting a yearly ‘Dealer Appreciation Show’ for over 2 decades. A big 12volt News Hat’s Off to the entire Angel Distributing Team that worked long hours and into the nights to deliver a terrific ‘Dealer Appreciation Show’ for their dealers.
See #12vnn_angel2020 to see posts from the Angel ‘Dealer Appreciation Show’. Stay tuned @12voltnews for daily posts of fresh industry news.
(02.11.2020) – We know that weather affects satellite and radio signal, with even a light mist greatly hampering satellite TV viewing, but did you know that weather also has a big impact on your cellular signal? As we forge through winter and into spring, unpredictable weather from blizzards to heavy rain storms can greatly impact your phone’s ability to connect to its network at home or in your car or RV.
Cellular network traffic is carried on radio waves, and that means it can be affected by atmospheric conditions in the same manner as terrestrial radio signals. Whether the effect on signal is direct — such as thunderstorms causing electrical interference — or indirect — such as a change of season from winter to spring leading to budding trees that physically block signal — weather can be a huge factor in the diffusion, weakening, and even blocking of cell signals as they travel to and from the cell tower. Even a completely sunny day can hurt cellular signal if there’s high humidity. Thankfully, you can greatly reduce the impact of weather on your device’s cellular connection with a cellular signal booster from weBoost for your car, RV, home or office.
Are you interested in learning more? I’m happy to set up an interview with an expert from cellular signal boost leader weBoost. You can also find more information here. We also have review units available if you’d like to see how the boosters stack up against Mother Nature.
SOUTHFIELD, MI (02.11.2020) – Brandmotion has introduced the FullVUE Jeep Rear Camera Mirror. Brandmotion’s FullVUE Mirror/Rear View Camera for Jeep delivers a completely new driving experience for your JK by helping you see more than ever before.
This versatile new safety and convenience aid replaces your current rear view mirror with a full always-on HD video screen. It improves on your traditional JK mirror by providing a clear, crisp live action view at all times, with no spare tire or rear seat occupant obstructions. In addition to seeing everything behind your Jeep at all times, the view is 300% wider. Result? No more blind spots.
Mirror Features:
Bright 800LUX 9.66” Full Mirror LCD Video Screen
Super High Definition 1980*320 Pixel Display
Advanced Anti-glare Tempered Glass Camera
Full Swipe/Scroll Touch Screen for Easy View Adjust
Built in 2-channel recording cameras and DVR (w/ 32GB SD Card) High quality OEM grade mirror snaps onto Jeep JK Mirror Mount
Revert to a normal rearview mirror with the touch of a button
Camera Features:
170° Wide Angle Rear View 2MP Front Camera, 300% Wider than Stock JK Mirror
Custom Adjustable Spare Tire Mount Exclusively for 2007-2018 Jeep JK
Fits Virtually All Tire/Wheel Designs Including Deep Dish Wheels (extenders included)
60 FPS Refresh Rate for Realistic Video Smoothness
LONG BEACH CA/BIRMINGHAM AL (02.10.20) Knowledgefest 2020 filled the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center from February 7th through February 9th. Over 50 brands exhibited on the event show floor and a full slate of vendor training seminars filled the 3 days for attendees from across the U.S and Canada.
Seth Halstead, JVCKENWOOD National Training and Content Development Manager, stated to 12voltnews.com “The Kenwood and JVC Mobile booths were very busy during show hours. Our training sessions were well attended. Knowledgefest 2020 in Long Beach was a tremendous opportunity to show news products in demo vehicles to a large number of attendees. National meetings at our LA Headquarters made for a very packed and productive week in SoCal”.
The Kenwood new eXcelon Hi-Res Audio Certified Speakers Technology session, presented by Marcus Vasconcellos, was very well attended.
Nakamichi Car Audio exhibited at Knowledgefest for the for the first. Robin McNeal offered “The relaunch of the Nakamichi Car Audio brand has momentum following SEMA and CES 2020. Having a presence at Knowledgefest continued that momentum. Several of our rep firms were in our new booth that definitely attracted attention”.
Alphasonik also returning to the marketplace and exhibited at Knowledgefest 2020. A hot Harley and Jeep Wrangler drew attention in the booth as Rick Andersen and Enrique Avalos met with with dealers. There will be more from Long Beach from the 12volt Central Studios. #12vnn_kf2020 to see over 3 dozen posts.
In the Southeastern U.S. Angel Distributing hosted dealers at the company”s warehouse in Birmingham for the annual ‘Dealer Appreciation Show’. Charlie Angel, GM Chad Seekers and the Team worked long hours and into the night to prepare for event. Saturday and Sunday, February 8th and 9th, were the dates with a party Saturday night and show on Sunday. Over 24 brands were in the house and 6 vendor trainings were on the Sunday schedule. Four new brands including Phoenix Gold, TRIMAX, RuffTuff and Nakamichi were showcased to dealers. There will be much more from the Angel Dealer Appreciation Show from the 12volt Central Studios. #12vnn_angel2020 to see posts from the Angel Show.
Charlie Angel (R) and Randy Goodwin reported strong Euphoria Audio sales. Angel is on the mend from recent shoulder surgery.
The Kicker Arenacross in Reno NV added to the very busy week across the 12volt industry.
Audio Express Reno, with Lorance, was on site at the Kicker Arenacross. Members of the crowd checked out the latest Kicker audio, Marine, Powersports and lifestyle products.
TEMPE, Ariz., Feb. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Rockford Fosgate the industry leader in high-performance audio systems, is pleased to announce the availability of new Element Ready™ products introduced last November. The M1 and M2 Series speakers and subwoofers as well as the Color Optix™ Controller and corresponding cables are now shipping to authorized retail locations.
The RF CONNECT™ App which interfaces with the Color Optix™ Controller to allow the user to choose from 30 different color scrolling options or choose any fixed color from the color wheel and dial in the speed and brightness of the LED lighting is available on both the Apple® and Android® app stores.The Color Optix™ M2 series includes 6.5 inch and 8-inch coaxial speakers, a standalone, high efficiency tweeter, as well as 10-inch dual 2 ohm and dual 4-ohm subwoofers. Color Optix™ M1 Series 6-inch, 6.5 inch, and 8-inch coaxial speakers are available along with 8-inch, 10-inch and 12-inch subwoofers offered in dual 2 ohm and dual 4 ohm varieties.Black and white grille options are available on both M1 and M2 products. M2 takes customization a step further by including a stainless-steel grille insert so you may choose black with stainless or white with stainless as well.To achieve industry leading plug and play connectivity Deutsch™ and Amphenol™ connectors are integrated into the design on all the M1 and M2 drivers. This combined with their IP67 certification make these speakers and subwoofers Element Ready™ and truly purpose built for marine applications.For more information on the complete line of Color Optix™ products please visit RockfordFosgate.com.M2 Series Products Available:
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Feb. 10, 2020) — Applications are now being accepted at www.sema.org/speakers for industry leaders who would like to host a seminar at the 2020 SEMA Show, taking place Nov. 3-6 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The association is especially interested in speakers with experience in retail, small-business operations, economic trends and niche markets such as off-road and powersports.
Educational seminars are an essential component of the SEMA Show, the premier automotive trade event that attracts more than 162,000 industry professionals annually. In addition to connecting automotive manufacturers with professional buyers from all over the world, the four-day SEMA Show is the leading venue for industry experts to network in person and learn new business strategies.
“The SEMA Show is the premier gathering for the automotive aftermarket, and the Show’s educational program is among the top conferences in the world,” said SEMA Vice President of Events Tom Gattuso. “In addition to coming to see new products, SEMA Show participants come to learn new skills and find new ideas. We’re looking for experts who will be able to provide companies with the competitive edge they need to succeed.”
The SEMA Show education program typically includes more than five-dozen sessions. While topics address basic business practices such as customer service, marketing and social media, the 2020 education program will focus on issues currently affecting businesses in the automotive aftermarket.
Topics of interest for the 2020 SEMA Show are:• Truck & Off-road • Business Issues and Solutions • eCommerce • Electric and Alternate Fuel Vehicles • Technical Training and Fabrication • Vehicle Customization • Diversity and Inclusion • Brand Development • Digital Marketing All speakers should be able to focus on industry issues and not a specific company position or agenda.
“SEMA Show Education is focused on providing attendees with practical, real-world insights that will take their business to the next level,” said SEMA Senior Director of Education Zane Clark. “Professional speakers and automotive industry leaders who can share their knowledge and expertise with the aftermarket are encouraged to submit a proposal.”
Potential speakers have until Feb. 21 to apply at www.sema.org/speakers. Speaker entries will be answered by June 2020. For more details, contact Clark at zanec@sema.org, 909-978-6743.
SHREVEPORT LA (02.08.20) WTF…Win This Friday. The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Just over 3 months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.
The latest 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel winner is The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC. The Wheel landed on the CRUX space and a CRUX Interfacing Solutions product will be headed to David Phillips who stated he was very happy to hear the news and looked forward to receiving his CRUX package.
Spinning out a new winner each Friday a 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, Cadence, PowerBass, Sony, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, Precision Power, JBL, Power Acoustik, Farenheit, Wilson Electronics and Image Dynamics. SpellBrite, a manufacturer of in-store signage, also has a space. 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 and the latest winner The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC. Congratulations to all.
WTF….Where’s The Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel Friday, February 14th. Want to enter for future spins? It’s easy – when making an Instagram post for your store include the hashtag #12voltspin. A slip for your company will be added to the slips in the jar.
With 18 chances to WIN, the 12Volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is ready to shower a lucky weekly winner with one of the cool prizes.
Stay tuned to 12voltnews.com on the web and @12voltnews on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for 12volt Spin-To-Win winner announcements every Friday!
Alphasonik Inc., the original developer of such ground-breaking technologies such as high voltage transfer and amplifier cooling fans, which remain a benchmark in high-end audio to this day, has returned.
“This will be our official relaunch, where we can debut our productsto dealers and distributors and show everyone that we are back, and we are serious” stated Enrique Avalos-Director of Sales and Marketing.
Alphasonik will be in exhibit booth number 1614, and staff will be available to go over the new product lineup.
Booth visitors will be able to learn about new product launches, the upcoming products including our Motorcycle / UTV lineup and see our product in action in the Infinite Auto Designs / Monster Jeep and the Custom Bagged Harley from Bagger Werkz.
As a special incentive for dealers, we will have KFEST specials, and product giveaways during the show.
Term-LAB, Term-PRO, and the dB Drag Racing Association at KnowledgeFest
WHE Inc., the parent company of Term-LAB, Term-PRO, and the dB Drag Racing Association is proud to be an exhibitor at the KnowledgeFest event in Long Beach, CA on February 7-9, 2020.
KnowledgeFest was founded in 1994 by a group of passionate specialty retailers and reps in the Midwest who saw the value in mobile electronics retailers getting together to share knowledge and experiences. In sharing successes and failures, all participants become better, smarter and more profitable businesspeople. Since that time, KnowledgeFest has grown into a full trade show and educational conference like no other in our industry.
WHE Inc. manufactures the Term-LAB Sound Measurement system, Term-PRO Loudspeaker Enclosure Design software, and the dB Drag Racing Association sound off organization. Wayne Harris, President and CEO of WHE Inc. will be on-site to meet with attendees. Wayne has been heavily involved in the auto sound industry for more than 35 years and served as an inaugural member of the original MECP test committee. Please visit booth #109 and say hello.
SSV Works to Provide Trainings on JVC Powersport/Marine Receiver During 2020 KnowledgeFest
SSV Works is proud to announce that it will provide booth trainings for KnowledgeFest 2020 attendees in Long Beach, Calif. from Feb. 7-9 as part of its recently announced JVC headunit collaboration.
“We announced our new partnership with JVC during the recent CES 2020 show with great fanfare, and we are excited to get this new headunit in front of industry pros at the upcoming KnowledgeFest in Long Beach,” said Trevor Kaplan, SSV Works CEO. “As SSV Works is now the exclusive distributor for JVC’s new KD-MR1BTS marine/powersports digital media receiver, we are integrating and making available the KD-MR1BTS into a number of our existing and new Polaris RZR and CanAm Maverick X3 kits for our customers. Getting dealers and installers hands-on experience is vital, and KnowledgeFest is the idea venue for our trainings.”
The IPX6-rated KD-MR1BTS digital media receiver features Bluetooth®, USB, a 2.7-inch color display, global tuner with weather band, 7-Band EQ, rear view camera capability, and is SiriusXM-Ready®.
Available in Spring 2020, vehicle-specific SSV Works plug & play dash kits and harnessing to work with the JVC KD-MR1BTS include:
2014 – ‘18 Polaris RZR XP1000, Turbo, 900
2019 – ‘20 Polaris RZR XP1000, Turbo, 900
2020 Polaris RZR Pro XP
2017+ CanAm Maverick X3
“Current SSV Works customers can upgrade their audio kits with a plug-and-play mounting and harness solution, as well,” added Kaplan. “And as a special incentive, we are also announcing that for a limited time, we will include the backup camera with new systems free of charge. JVC is a legacy in the mobile audio radio market, and we could not be more excited to partner with such a brand and provide our customers with the best powersports radio and overall audio solution kits in the market.”
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