2019 SEMA Show Mobile App Now Available

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (10.29.2019) – The official 2019 SEMA Show Mobile App is now available for download at semashow.com/app. The free app gives Showgoers access to a comprehensive list of all exhibiting companies, seminars, events and more so users can create a personalized plan and maximize their time at the exclusive trade show, held Nov. 5-8 in Las Vegas, NV.

“The SEMA Show Mobile App enables Showgoers to leverage all the Show has to offer,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA Vice President-Events. “The app has been updated and new features have been added, making it the ideal tool to stay informed on everything happening at the 2019 SEMA Show.”

The free SEMA Show mobile app gives Showgoers access to a comprehensive list of all exhibiting companies, seminars, events and more so users can create a personalized plan and maximize their time at the Show.

New this year is an interactive feature that gives users detailed information on featured vehicles displayed throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center. By simply scanning a vehicle’s QR code, located on a Feature Vehicle sticker attached to the vehicle during check-in, the app will display the vehicle’s year, make and model; information on the exhibitor displaying the vehicle; and a list of products used on the vehicle. The app also allows users to access a list of exhibitors from 2018 and any saved product information.

Other features of the 2019 SEMA Show mobile app include:

  • Turn-By-Turn Directions: Find the quickest route from one place to another without the need of a GPS or data service. Simply enter an exhibitor name or room nearest to you and where you want to go, and the app will provide directions.
  • My Schedule: Create a schedule to keep track of the events you wish to attend.
  • New Products Showcase: View all of the products entered into the New Products Showcase, complete with detailed information and photos, exactly where within the Showcase the product is displayed, and directions to the exhibitor’s booth on the Show floor.
  • Product Scanner: Use your smartphone as a scanner at the New Products Showcase to create a list and map of the scanned products.
  • Maps: View floorplans of all SEMA Show halls and how/where they connect to make passage from hall to hall as easy as possible.
  • Exhibitors: Look up all 2019 SEMA Show exhibitors by name, Show section or product category.
  • Events, Celebrity Appearances and Speakers: See lists of all the events, seminars, conferences, celebrity appearances and speakers, including day, time and location.
  • Social Media: Keep up with the feeds of the official SEMA Show social media accounts, including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
  • Ground Transportation: Find the best way to arrive at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Obtain information on the Las Vegas Monorail, rideshare and hotel shuttles, including pickup locations.
  • eNews: Stay up to date with the latest news before, during and after the Show.

“A lot of planning has gone into making the app a valuable resource for Showgoers and will make navigating the Show and staying informed easy,” said Gattuso. “Attendees should use it in their Show preparation, while experiencing the event onsite and after they return home form the Show.”

The 2019 SEMA Show mobile app can be downloaded at no cost from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store or semashow.com/app

Saddle Tramp by Metra Electronics Introduces New Motorcycle Lighting Accessories at SEMA Show

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HOLLY HILL, FL (10.29.2019) – Metra Electronics has announced new motorcycle lighting accessories from Saddle Tramp that will be on display at the 2019 SEMA Show. Originally introduced under the Metra PowerSports division, Metra’s Saddle Tramp brand has now grown to include its own catalog to meet the growing demand for aftermarket motorcycle upgrades. Many new universal and vehicle-specific lighting products are included in the product line, with several items designed specifically for a wide range of popular Harley-Davidson models to offer OEM-quality upgrades with the signature “Harley” style in mind.

RGB LED Headlights and Auxiliary Lights
Saddle Tramp has designed new, round addressable RGB LED lights with a full halo and black front face. The BC-706RGBKT kit includes 7” headlights, 4.5” auxiliary lights, an RGB controller and a 7” retaining ring. The headlight has (9) 5-watt LEDs with a 3,600 lumens high beam and 2,400 lumens low beam. The auxiliary lights have (6) 5-watt LEDs with a 1,400-lumen light. With 120 color-changing patterns and DIY pattern functions, the RGB lights can be synced to music through an app controller compatible with Android and iOS devices. Both the headlights and auxiliary lights feature a durable polycarbonate lens and H4 connector.

Replacement LED Taillight for 1999-Up* Harley-Davidson Models
Saddle Tramp has also designed a unique replacement LED taillight with an eagle claw style for 1999-up* Harley-Davidson models. This taillight provides super bright, fast-acting visual alerts with 20 red LEDs for running and braking lights and 6 white LEDs for the license plate. The BC-HDTL9 has a black and red smoke colored lens with a clear protective cover, a contemporary style and color temperature of 6,000K to 6,500K.

Chrome LED Windshield Trim
The new generation II chrome LED windshield trim (BC-WSTSB14) has been upgraded with brighter flat-style LED lights. Made to fit 2014-up* Harley-Davidson models, it comes with 16 amber LED turn and running lights with a dim level for the running lights and bright level for the turning lights. A load equalizer, sold separately, may be required for operation, depending on the application.

Smoke Lens Turn Signals and Brake Lights
Saddle Tramp has designed 3 new pairs of turn signal, running and brake lights with a smoke-colored domed lens for Harley-Davidson models with 3.25” round lights. No additional adapter is needed for these direct replacement lights, making for an easier installation. The BC-PC1157A comes in a single amber color for the turn and running lights, while the BC-PC1157AW comes in a dual-color with amber for the turn signal and white for the running light. Both are sold in pairs and fit the 1157 base. The BC-PC1156R is a single-color brake light that fits the 1156 base with bright red LEDs. All three pairs of lights feature (24) 6-watt LEDs with 720 lumens of illumination to provide a bright yet stylish upgrade for Harley-Davidson motorcycles.

Highway Bar Switchback Lights
Riders will benefit from added visibility with Saddle Tramp’s highway bar switchback lights that come in black (BC-MHBSBB) or chrome (BC-MHBSBC) finishes. Each pair includes (6) 6-watt white LED driving lights and (6) 6-watt amber LED signal lights to fit 1.25” round bars for Harley-Davidson, Indian, Victory or other motorcycle models. The lights illuminate white while driving and amber while turning to ensure that other drivers will see the rider on the road. Rubber inserts are included with every light bar. A load equalizer, sold separately, may be required for 2013 and earlier models.

Metra Electronics will showcase these new products at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas from November 5th – 8th at booth 37017 in the South Hall Upper Level with their off-road, truck and powersports products. They will also be at Metra’s main booth 11639 in the North Hall. A new catalog from Saddle Tramp Motorcycle Accessories will also be released on the opening day of the show and available for download at MetraPowerSports.com.

Visit MetraPowerSports.com for more info.

Expand Your Polaris RZR Pro XP Ultimate Ride Command Audio System with New Speaker Pods from SSV Works

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OXNARD, CA (10.29.2019) – SSV Works has announced the launch of its new 6.5-inch speaker pods for the new Polaris RZR Pro XP Ultimate Ride Command factory audio system. Shipping Nov. 1, the RZ5-C65ARC comes available loaded with SSV Works powersports speakers (MSRP: $399.99).

“Expand your factory Pro XP audio system for less,” said Trevor Kaplan, SSV Works CEO. “Utilizing the factory amplifier for power, all that’s needed to greatly increase your existing factory system’s output and sound quality are SSV Works’ two cage-mounted 6.5-inch speaker pods. Besides the rugged and weatherproof design, the plug & play kit includes harnessing that works directly with the factory Ride Command audio system. With the RZ5-C65ARC, it couldn’t be easier to get bigger and better sound out of your Polaris RZR Pro XP Ultimate.”

Easy-to-install clamp system allows full 360 degree adjustability, fitting the factory 2-inch roll bar cage.

For more information, visit www.SSVWorks.com, call 818-991-1SSV (1778), or email sales@SSVworks.com

MESA Member Basin Tint and Sound Scored at Casino Royale Night

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DENVER, CO (10.28.2019) – THE 2019 MESA Summit, September 17th and 18th in Denver, concluded with a Casino Royale themed farewell event. Members attending were encouraged to wear James Bond attire. A highlight of the evening was the drawing for the amazing custom Poker Table created by 5Axis Innovations. Ben King, Basin Tint and Sound, Alamogordo NM was the lucky winner.

The custom Poker Table on the MESA Summit Show floor with RaceSport Lighting’s Ceasar Olaes (L) and Ignacio Ayala.

The Poker Table was prominently displayed on the MESA Summit show floor for all to see during the event. MESA Members were given a show floor map with instructions to visit each booth and have the vendor stamp their booth on the map . Completed maps were turned in for 2 tickets for the raffle drawing during the Casino Royale Farewell event.

Ben King (R) pictured with Jody Culbertson from 5Axis Innovations with the Poker Table… that was soon to be at King’s Basin Tint and Sound Store in Alamogordo NM.

King related to 12volt News “I noticed the Poker Table the minute I entered the show floor and went straight to it. I thought to my self it would be so cool to win this spectacular poker table. The attention to detail and overall construction of the Poker Table was absolutely top shelf. When the ticket was drawn, and my name was called, it was total shock.”

Upon returning to Alamogordo King, who drove to Denver, placed to Poker Table on the show floor at his store as soon as it came off his pickup truck. “The Poker Table has certainly received a lot of positive comments from customers. We recently participated as a store sponsor in a local poker run. When participants stopped in the store and saw the Poker Table they were amazed.”

Ben King on his store’s show floor with the Poker Table he won at the MESA Summit.

Jody Culbertson’s firm, 5Axis Innovations, created the one-off masterpiece. “In speaking with Ryan Gunter about this year’s MESA Summit he mentioned the Casino Royale themed Farewell Night. During our conversation the topic of a really cool prize to cap the evening’s activities came up. We brain stormed and the idea of a poker table popped up and that definitely fit the Casino Royale theme. At 5Axis we definitely have the ability to bring unique projects to life. After a few back and forth conversations we finalized the concept.”

The end product of the Poker Table was superb. The red playing card surface features the company logos of the MESA vendor partners silk screened in white. The armrest railing around the table is seamlessly fitted with vinyl. On the interior side of the armrest RaceSport Lighting LED’s light the playing surface. RaceSport Lighting also glows around the base of the Poker Table.

King drove the 500 miles to the MESA Summit. Once back in the custom shipping crate the Poker Table fit into the bed of King’s pickup for the drive back to Alamogordo from Denver.

Culbertson stated “We created the MESA Summit Poker Table totally from scratch as a one-off project. We work closely with Steve Jergensen at RaceSport Lighting and those LED’s really made the table a centerpiece at the MESA Summit. As fate would have it the winner, Ben King, drove to Denver. During the show floor teardown we took the table apart, put if back in the shipping box we made and loaded it in his pickup truck for the trip back to his store.”

Gunter, MESA Executive Director, stated “The Poker Table certainly grabbed a lot of attention on the show floor during the MESA Summit. The floor map for members to attend each vendors booth was a great incentive as every member was excited about the opportunity to win the Poker Table. Jody created a great prize and Ben King was thrilled to be the winner. As a matter of fact he plans to use it in promo activities at his store.”

Congratulations to Ben King and the very successful 2019 MESA Summit.

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SSV Works Launching Can-Am Ryker 2-Speaker Audio Kit at SEMA Show

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OXNARD, CA (10.28.2019) – SSV Works will launch the Can-am Ryker two-speaker audio kit during SEMA Show 2019, held in Las Vegas, Nev. from Nov. 5-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth S38011. The RKR-2K is now available with an MSRP of $599.99.

“Our new audio kit adds to the excitement of the Can-am Ryker with a premium yet compact audio system that features two full range, four-inch speakers and Bluetooth integration that mounts on the front fairing stylized to match the bike’s body lines and doubles as a windscreen,” explained Trevor Kaplan, SSV Works CEO. “Plug and play wiring for a 15-minute install, the RKR-2K is manufactured out of multiple weatherproof materials, including ASA plastic, aluminum, and silicone gaskets to help make this product a great all-weather premium upgrade solution for the Can-Am Ryker.”

For more information, visit www.SSVWorks.com, call 818-991-1SSV (1778), or email sales@SSVworks.com.

Directed Announces Updated Dealer Agreements to Protect and Empower Brick and Mortar Retailers

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VISTA, CA (10.28.2019) – Directed has announced a new suite of sales policies to protect its valued 12 Volt dealer partners and enable them to compete effectively in today’s changing retail landscape.

“We listen very closely to feedback from our dealer partners, and they have consistently emphasized the importance of protecting our brands and channel, especially as consumer electronics internet sales become an expanding part of the business,” said Bob Struble, Directed CEO. “These comprehensive policies will safeguard brick and mortar retailers from unauthorized online sales and set clear guidelines for them to expand their online businesses. I’m thrilled about how these actions will protect and empower our retailers.”

The actions include a Unilateral Pricing Policy (UPP) and comprehensive Online Selling policies. “These policies will give us the ability to strongly control our products on the internet,” said Al Fontane, Vice President Sales. “Only our authorized dealers will be allowed to sell online. We can then systematically clean up sales that hurt our brand perception. If we find unauthorized products online, we’re going to take them down.”

Directed is also serializing all of its systems. “We can then police the sale of all products, both direct and distributor lines with enhanced teeth. Where our products are sold is vital to consumer satisfaction. The highly skilled professional installers at our brick and mortar 12 Volt partners ensure the best possible consumer experience,” said Fontane.

Additionally, Directed is moving to ISP-based access for the Directechs Technical Support database to prevent unauthorized use. “Directechs is the gold standard for vehicle wiring diagrams,” said Struble. “We spend millions to provide this important benefit to our retailer partners. ISP-based access will allow us to provide the best information, give easy access to our dealers and eliminate unauthorized use. Having protected access to Directechs will again become a competitive advantage for our 12 Volt partners.”

For more info, visit www.directed.com/contact or call 1-800-876-0800.

AudioControl Brings Complete Lineup of High Performance Car Audio Products to SEMA 2019

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SEATTLE, WA (10.25.2019) – AudioControl has announced that they will be showcasing a full lineup of premium aftermarket car audio products at the 2019 SEMA tradeshow in Las Vegas, Booth 11665 North Hall. Highlighted new models include 5-channel amplifiers with 1300 watts of total system power and available DSP. Additionally, AudioControl will introduce several new Load Generating Devices (LGD’s) that enable technicians to add aftermarket audio components to a wide range of OEM entertainment systems from Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep and Maserati.

“Our newest amplifiers and LDG’s open up significant opportunities for our dealers, and we are very excited to showcase them at the upcoming SEMA show,” stated Chris Bennett, National Sales Director – Mobile at AudioControl. “Additionally, these new products round out the most compelling full line of aftermarket car audio products available from any brand, including premium amplifiers from 1 to 6-channels, our legendary DM-RTA audio analyzer and OEM integration solutions that represent vital opportunities to deliver best sound quality for each customer.”

New 5-Channel Amplifiers: Two new 5-channel amplifiers from AudioControl both offer 125 watts X4-channels RMS at 4-Ohm (200watts RMS X4 at 2-Ohm) and 500 watts X1-channel at 2-Ohm along with eight speaker level inputs with selectable summing capability. The D-5.1300 delivers onboard DSP control of all amplified outputs and a pair of low-level outputs as well. The DSP interface is managed by the highly intuitive DM Smart App designed for all of AudioControl’s DSP amplifiers. The LC-5.1300 offers the same outstanding specs and performance without the DSP features.

OEM integration with two new Load Generating Devices (LGD)

Most new vehicles use a class D amplifier platform in their factory sound systems. These amplifiers can become unstable when they are connected to aftermarket audio equipment, causing system noise and overall compatibility issues. In order to maximize the upgrade opportunity for 12-volt retailers, AudioControl engineers created the LGD series of solutions, which seamlessly interfaces these newer OEM systems with aftermarket amplifiers. The AudioControl AC-LGD20 was designed specifically for Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep and Maserati audio systems without an amplifier. The AC-LGD60 provides interface capability for these same vehicles that feature audio systems with an amplifier.

DM-RTA: The AudioControl DM-RTA is a sophisticated yet compact audio analyzer containing powerful analysis software designed to provide installers with the features of a fully functioning Oscilloscope, Voltage Meter, Real Time Audio Analyzer (RTA), SPL Meter and Polarity Checker. Because installers are often on-the-go and in cramped spaces when building a car audio system, the DM-RTA was designed to be light weight, compact and durable. Input/output options are staggering, including balanced XLR inputs, phono and RCA style unbalanced inputs as well as speaker level inputs designed to make OEM audio system interface a snap. Digital audio output options include Optical, COAX and USB. The DM-RTA is powered by a 5-hour rechargeable battery so that it can be effortlessly deployed anywhere.

Visit AudioControl at SEMA 2019, Booth 11665 in the North Hall

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VAIS Technology to Present a New Innovative Solution at SEMA 2019

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ENGLEWOOD, CO (10.25.2019) – VAIS Technology, a Colorado based manufacturer of audio, video, Bluetooth streaming and SiriusXM integration is showing at SEMA 2019, Booth# 31315

EVP, Dennis Hopper comments: SEER is a culmination of several years in design and more details to follow just before the SEMA show. We’ll also be showing all of our integrated solutions including the Harley Davidson solution.

Visit www.vaistech.com to learn more.

Clarissa Zulick Joins Directed as Chief Financial Officer

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VISTA, CA (10.25.2019) – Directed has announce dthat Clarissa Zulick has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer. Reporting to CEO Bob Struble, she will sit on the Executive Staff and oversee all aspects of Directed’s finance and human resources functions.

“Clarissa came to Directed on an interim basis in June and her efforts and performance made it an easy decision to make her a permanent employee,” said Struble. “She was instrumental in our recent effort to spin Directed out of our parent holding company and set us up as a standalone, and has excelled in managing our financial and HR functions.”

Before joining Directed, Zulick served in several executive roles across industries including consumer products goods, computer hardware distribution and medical device manufacturing. She most recently served as CFO at Mamma Chia and COO/CFO at Arbitech. As an operator, Clarissa has driven significant value creation across several businesses. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Math Applied Science at UCLA and her MBA from Yale.

“I’m thrilled to join Directed as CFO,” added Zulick. “In the few months that I’ve been here, it has been exciting to see how Directed is leading innovation in the aftermarket automotive space. I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to continue working with Bob and his executive team to further grow the brand and bring value to our channel partners.”

Zulick is based out of Directed’s Vista, California office.

Visit directed.com for more.

KICKER Sponsors Another Competition at the 12th Annual MWSPL Finals

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STILLWATER, OK (10.24.2019) – Fresh off attending and supporting the Unified Car Audio Championships (Louisville, Ky.) and USACi World Finals (Lawton, Okla.), KICKER continues its support of car-stereo competition by sponsoring the MWSPL Finals for the third consecutive year. The finals will be The The held at the Missouri State Fairgrounds October 26-27.

More than 120 competitors have committed to attend, according to the MWSPL Finals Facebook Event page.

After the competition has ended Saturday, a competitor’s party with costume contest will add more fun to the festivities, with prizes donated by KICKER awarded to the best costume. KICKER is providing prizes for many of the functions that night.

MWSPL will also run a silent charity auction during the Finals, with items donated by KICKER and other manufacturers. This year’s goal is to raise at least $4,500, with proceeds earmarked to help an ailing child in Arkansas. Details are available on the MWSPL Facebook page.

This year’s MWSPL Finals will feature a separate “progressive outdoor competition” that builds a competitor’s potential points for the 2020 season. The point value of the competition increases as the attendance of the outdoor event rises. 

“It’s a way to build some excitement,” said MWSPL founder Steve Benton. “The more of (competitor’s) friends they can get to compete, the larger the potential reward.”

Visit midwestspl.com and kicker.com for more.