Oracle Lighting to Showcase New Innovations at Jeep Beach 2026

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METAIRIE, LA (03.13.26) – Oracle Lighting is excited to announce its participation in the highly anticipated Jeep Beach in Daytona Beach, taking place next month. The annual event brings together thousands of Jeep enthusiasts, off-road builders, and aftermarket brands from across the country for one of the largest Jeep-only gatherings in the world.

Known for pushing the boundaries of lighting performance and design, Oracle Lighting will showcase several of its newest lighting technologies engineered specifically for Jeep owners looking to enhance visibility, style, and trail performance.

Visitors to the Oracle Lighting booth will have the opportunity to experience firsthand a lineup of cutting-edge products designed for both on-road presence and off-road capability. The display will feature a range of innovative lighting solutions, including high-performance LED headlights, auxiliary lighting systems, and customizable lighting upgrades that have become a hallmark of the Oracle brand.

“Jeep Beach is an incredible event that perfectly captures the passion and creativity of the Jeep community,” said a representative from Oracle Lighting. “It’s a great opportunity for us to connect directly with enthusiasts, showcase our newest innovations, and demonstrate how Oracle Lighting products elevate both the performance and the look of Jeep builds.”

Among the highlights will be several recently released products designed with Jeep owners in mind, offering advanced LED technology, enhanced durability for off-road environments, and sleek, modern styling that complements today’s Jeep builds. Attendees will also have the opportunity to speak with the Oracle Lighting team, see product demonstrations, and learn how these lighting upgrades can transform their vehicles.

Jeep Beach continues to grow as a premier destination for Jeep enthusiasts, featuring vendor showcases, beach cruises, obstacle courses, and thousands of custom Jeep builds lining the shores of Daytona Beach. For Oracle Lighting, the event represents an exciting opportunity to celebrate the culture of off-road adventure while introducing new lighting innovations to one of the most passionate enthusiast communities in the automotive world.

Enthusiasts attending Jeep Beach are encouraged to stop by the Oracle Lighting booth to explore the latest lighting technologies, meet the team behind the brand, and discover new ways to upgrade their Jeep for both the trail and the street.

Visit oraclelights.com for more.

SiriusXM Will Broadcast Coverage of the 2026 NCAA® Division I Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships

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NEW YORK, NY (03.13.26) – SiriusXM is set to deliver extensive, coast-to-coast coverage of NCAA® March Madness®, offering college basketball fans the most thrilling month of the season. Listeners will have access to every game of the 2026 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. Coverage for the 2026 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship will include every game starting with the Sweet 16, running through the championship game, plus several early round matchups.

All of the Men’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts, and the Women’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts from the Sweet 16 through the National Championship, are provided to SiriusXM by Westwood One, the official network audio partner of the NCAA. SiriusXM will also air team broadcasts for select first and second round Women’s NCAA Tournament games.

The men’s tournament begins with the First Four® on March 17-18 and continues through the Men’s Final Four® semifinal and National Championship game on April 4 and 6 in Indianapolis, IN. The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship runs from the First Four matchups on March 18-19 through the Women’s Final Four semifinal and National Championship game, to be played April 3 and 5 in Phoenix, AZ.

All game broadcasts will be available to SiriusXM listeners in their cars and on the SiriusXM app. Channel assignments will be posted at www.siriusxm.com/sports starting this Monday, March 16.

In addition to game coverage, SiriusXM’s multiple sports talk channels will provide the most in-depth expert analysis both before and during the tournament. These channels feature daily expert insights from former players, coaches, and college sports insiders. They will serve as a platform for fans to call in and discuss their favorite teams’ matchups and performances, and will include special dedicated programming for Selection Sunday and Final Four weekend.

Selection Sunday®

On Selection Sunday®, March 15, SiriusXM listeners will get up-to-the-moment coverage as tournament teams and first round matchups are revealed:

  • On Mad Dog Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 82), Chris “Mad Dog” Russo and Steve Torre will host special Selection Sunday coverage live from 5 – 9 pm ET.
  • SiriusXM College Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 84) will air Selection Sunday specials from 5 – 11 pm ET. At 5 pm ET, Kris Budden and Matt McCall will host coverage of the men’s bracket reveal, then Chris Plank and Nicole Auerbach will take over as the women’s bracket is announced at 8 pm ET.
  • Westwood One’s NCAA Tournament Selection Show, hosted by Jason Horowitz, PJ Carlesimo and Debbie Antonelli, will air on SiriusXM channels 106 and 201 and on the SiriusXM app from 6 – 9 pm ET.

Final Four® Programming

SiriusXM will offer live on-site programming from both the Men’s and Women’s Final Four locations. This coverage will include pregame shows originating from Indianapolis and Phoenix, as well as live coverage of the Naismith Awards Brunch, where the recipients of the Women’s and Men’s Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and Defensive Player of the Year awards will be announced. Nicole Auerbach will host SiriusXM’s Women’s Final Four coverage in Phoenix from April 3-5, while Matt McCall and Dalen Cuff will host the Men’s Final Four coverage in Indianapolis from April 4-6.

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

For more about SiriusXM, please go to: www.siriusxm.com.

NVS Audio, Ultimate Marketing And Cicada Audio Conducted A DSP Training During Bike Week

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SOUTH DAYTONA, FL (03.12.26) – Ultimate Marketing and NVS Audio, with Cicada Audio, orchestrated the DSP dealer training that took place at SoundCrafters in South Daytona Thursday evening March 5th. The event, led by Carlos Ramirez, continued the shared mission of elevating tactical education within the 12volt industry.

Carlos Ramirez has been an incredible partner in bringing high-value training opportunities to the marketplace. This NVS DSP Training raised the bar to a new level. His practical, real-world approach continued to resonate with dealers and industry members looking to sharpen their capabilities in today’s rapidly evolving motorcycle audio segment.

Carlos offered “The DSP training was a huge in-person sit down success that engaged dealers from a wide area of the country that had not previously not attended one of our trainings. The training ran until almost midnight and we thank Paul for making the large garage available at SoundCrafters. We look forward to Bike Week Daytona 2027.”

“Education has always been a core focus for Ultimate Marketing, and the company remains fully committed to investing in opportunities that helps dealers expand their skills, product knowledge and overall installation confidence. Ultimate Marketing firmly believes that consistent, hands-on education is one of the most important drivers of long-term dealer success. The turnout and engagement was terrific. I spoke with 2 dealers from Canada and one from New Zealand. We know all will head back home with new tools to drive their business. Justin Miller, Cicada Audio Sales Manager, was in the house and provided a lot of support” Kevin Holde related.

The training was hosted at SoundCrafters, utilizing Paul Papadeas’s expansive, 3000 square-foot garage facility with parking available for up to 300 vehicles outside. Paul is no stranger to large scale events… Having previously hosted Spring Break Nationals and understands exactly what it takes to support gatherings of this size. A couple of the SoundCrafters team members, along with Paul, attended the training and saw tremendous value, further reinforcing the importance of continuing these educational opportunities.

The meeting was getting ready to start Thursday evening.
Engaging presentations were made along with live demos. The training was filmed and one of the YouTube videos grab 73,000 views.

“At SoundCrafters we welcome the opportunity to engage with industry members as we all look forward to further drive business across the industry. Seeing NVS, Ultimate and Cicada Audio working so well together was terrific” Paul Papadeas related with a big thumbs up.

For more see umdistributors.com and nvsaudio.com.

KICKER Launches KMFC Tower Systems

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STILLWATER, OK (03.12.26) – KICKER’s new KMFC65 and KMFC8 coaxial tower systems crank out serious mid-bases and high frequency volume, cutting through wind and waves! These flat mount marine speakers deliver loud, high fidelity sound was strong bass that keeps the party going strong on the water.

The new models come with stylish grills featuring 7-color LED lighting and are available in black or white to match the boats color perfectly. Built tough with UV treated polypropylene woofers and Santoprene surrounds the tower speakers mount easily to flat surfaces with hidden wiring for a clean professional look.

KICKER is Livin’Loud on the waves.

For more see kicker.com.

Louder Audio Thrills for Every Polaris Ranger Adventure

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LIBERTYVILLE, IL (03.12.26) – MB Quart Polaris RANGER Tuned Systems are engineered to deliver bold, high-fidelity sound that stands up to the toughest trail conditions. Whether you’re hitting dunes, ripping through woods, or just enjoying the ride, these tuned systems bring your music to life, innovated through cleaner audio in every beat and BIGGER punch in sound.

MB Quart RANGER-tuned systems are designed to fit and perform in the RANGER’s rugged environment. From IP-rated speakers and amps to vehicle-specific mounting hardware — feel crisp highs to deeper bass for a dynamic audio listening experience.

Plug-and-Play wiring harnesses and custom mounting panels make installation straightforward for DIY enthusiasts. Enjoy powerful STAGE 2 RIDE COMMAND integration and deep-thumping subwoofer and additional speaker options — these kits
deliver premium audio built for the trail.

To learn more, click here.

PRV Audio Adds Car Detailing Products Line

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MAPLETON, GA (03.11.26) – PRV Audio has introduced a line of car detailing products. Driven by the passion for cars, PRV Audio has expanded with a line of car detailing products that offers a high-quality line of products for the company’s worldwide fans who appreciate reliable products to provide their cars, motorcycles, and custom sound systems that sound the best and look the cleanest at Car Events.

Ben and Pietro on the left had the display a table set up for Jeff in the BESTCO Mapleton showroom with PRV Audio car audio products that spotlighted the new car care products also.

Jeff Fletcher, National Sales Manager, has been on the road showcasing this new line of PRV Car Detailing products to dealers and distributors. This week Jeff made a stop at BESTCO Distributing in Mapleton GA and spent time with Ben Cheng and Pietro Martinez. Jeff covered the new product lineup and they had set up a display with PRV audio car products along with the new car detailing products in the showroom.

BESTCO has been a full PRV Audio distributor for a number of years and now the car detailing products will be available to their dealers. Fletcher relayed “PRV had a massive launch in Puerto Rico and the US in the last few months with many dealers and distributors, like BESTCO, adding the new products to their inventory and placing reorders. I actually use the products on my truck and everything is made right here in the US and is super clean. The line includes several different products for the full range of car detailing needs. Let’s add this new category at your store.”

Jeff Fletcher holds a PRV product sheet with his shiny Ford pickup in the background.

For more see prvaudio.com.

AED Is Driving Blaupunkt e-Bike Sales

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BIRMINGHAM, AL (03.11.26) – AED is stocking Blaupunkt e-Bikes in their location. On Monday, March 10th, Blake Potts
conducted an on-site demo for a dealer that called and asked about e-Bikes.

“Ben Forsyth is an AED dealer that wanted to know about e-Bikes and I asked him to come on by for a demo and test drive on the affordable and ultra portable Blaupunkt e-Bike, which he did. Ben is a local AV installation company, Forsyth Sound and Consulting, and he bought one which I folded up and put it in his ride.”

Ben and Blake after the demo ride outside of the AED warehouse in Birmingham.

Continuing “We had the e-Bike all charged up and ready for him to ride. He actually bought the Blaupunkt e-Bike with orange and black graphics. His wife was with him and they’re thinking about buying her one also. They’re getting ready to go on a family vacation and having 2 e-Bikes will make it very easy to get around.”

The Blaupunkt e-Bike folds in half and fits easily into a trunk.

The Blaupunkt e-Bike folds in half and weighs just 47 pounds and has a top speed of 20mph and 45 mile range with pedal
assist. The solid magnesium frame has no welds which prevents any rusting. The Blaupunkt e-Bike is the perfect fusion of
German engineering and innovation in the world of electric mobility.

The 12volt Central Studios encourages 12volt retailers to take a look at stocking e-Bikes for an opportunity to drive business
with a small inventory investment and connecting with a new audience of consumers.

For more see aedusa.net.

MB Quart Introduces Nautic NA4 Amplifier Line

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LIBERTYVILLE, IL (03.11.26) – The next evolution of Nautic Music. Defined. POWER has arrived! ALL-NEW for 2026 — the Nautic NA4 amplifier line brings in a new era of Marine amplification — compact, durable, and purpose-built to thrive on the water with steady and consistent performance. GET READY for the NA4 evolution of power!

Unlike traditional Marine amps, NA4 amplifiers are engineered from the ground up with waterproof-potted internals and quick-release connectors, making tackling the conditions a breeze on the water.

Designed to withstand harsh elements like salt spray, moisture, and vibration, these amplifiers give boat builders and enthusiasts clean, reliable power in even the most unforgiving Marine environments and on-the-water conditions.

To learn more, click here.

Mobile Solutions Announces New Canadian Distribution Partnership with Automobility

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TEMPE, AZ (03.10.26) – Mobile Solutions, a leader in creating the tools and training needed for custom automotive electronics, audio, and interior installations, is proud to announce a new Canadian distribution partnership with Automobility, expanding access to its industry-leading fabrication tools, training products, and the rapidly growing FabKit panel system brand.

“Automobility is a well respected Canadian distributor and so through this strategic partnership, they will provide improved availability, faster shipping, and localized support for customers across Canada,” said Bryan Schmitt, founder, president, and CEO of Mobile Solutions. “Automobility will not only carry Mobile Solutions’ product lines, but it will also play a key role in expanding advanced fabrication education throughout Canada.”

Mobile Solutions, known globally for its innovative fabrication tools and hands-on technical training programs, continues to invest in strategic growth initiatives that support fabricators, custom installers, and performance shops at every level of the industry.

“We are incredibly proud to join forces with Bryan and the Mobile Solutions team,” said Steve Coulombe, Automobility product manager. “This collaboration is built on a shared passion for our industry, and together, we’re focused on bringing world-class tools and training to the Canadian market.”

New Montreal Training Center

“As an important piece of our partnership, a new training center in Montreal is planned as a cornerstone of future expansion for both companies,” Schmitt continued. “The facility will host fabrication workshops, hands-on tool training, and MasterTech certification programs, thus strengthening both of our shared industry commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and professional growth.”

Schmitt added, “Together, we are expanding access to the tools, systems, and training that help fabricators work smarter, faster, and more profitably. The new Montreal training center represents the next step in growing our global fabrication community.”

Coulombe concluded, “Launching the Montreal training center will be a major milestone for us, providing a dedicated space for MasterTech certifications and hands-on workshops. While Montreal is our immediate priority, this is just the first step in our national growth plan; we’re already looking toward Vancouver for a future expansion to ensure pros across the country have the support they need. We are thrilled to get started and to help elevate the standards of our industry together.”

Customers can learn more at:
• Mobile Solutions: www.mobilesolutions-usa.com
• Automobility: https://automob.ca/EN/home.aspx

For distribution inquiries, training information, or product availability, please contact Automobility directly or visit the websites above.

MTX Brings Expanded Presence to MasterTech 2026

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PHOENIX, AZ (03.10.26) – MTX, a MiTek Electronics and Communications company, is excited to announce its participation in MasterTech Expo 2026, taking place March 12–15 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Arizona. The annual event brings together manufacturers, retailers, and installation professionals for hands-on training, product demonstrations, and industry collaboration focused on advancing technical expertise within the mobile electronics community.


MTX booth at SEMA 2025

Attendees are encouraged to visit MTX at the Trailer #3 spot, where the booth will display a wide range of MTX product lines across mobile, powersports, and marine audio. On display will be amplifiers, speakers, signal processors, and installation accessories that represent the breadth of the MTX portfolio. Attendees will also have the opportunity to see MTX’s iconic Anti-Bling Escalade on display, one of the brand’s most recognized demonstration vehicles.

The booth will also highlight newly released PS amplifiers, the latest RTX amplifier platform, and additional products debuting at MasterTech. These new offerings reflect MTX’s continued focus on delivering clean power, advanced technology, and dependable performance built for real-world installs.


MTX’s “Anti-Bling” Escalade

In addition to exhibiting on the show floor, MTX will sponsor the Clean Wire Challenge, reinforcing its commitment to craftsmanship and technical excellence within the installer community.


Poster for MTX’s THUNDERLab

MTX will also host its THUNDERLab Open House during the Manufacturer Night School trainings on Friday, March 13 from 4:30 PM to 5:45 PM in room Cholla 1–2. The session will feature live amplifier dyno testing with amplifier giveaways throughout the event, live demonstrations of the new MTX DSP platform, and additional premium giveaways. The THUNDERLab is designed to provide an engaging, performance-focused experience while offering direct interaction with the MTX team.

MasterTech Expo 2026 provides a valuable opportunity for manufacturers and installers to collaborate, learn, and experience the latest developments in mobile electronics. MTX looks forward to engaging with partners and continuing to push the limits of performance audio.

For more information about MTX or to find a dealer, please visit www.mtx.com.