DETROIT, MI (03.18.22) – If you’re planning to cross an intersection you should be extra careful if a pickup or SUV is about to make a turn, according to a new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Drivers of big vehicles are more likely to hit pedestrians than those behind the wheel of a sedan or coupe, the new study found. With pickups and SUVs taking to the road in ever-increasing numbers, this may help explain why there has been a steady increase in pedestrian injuries and fatalities.
“The link between these vehicle types and certain common pedestrian crashes points to another way that the increase in SUVs on the roads might be changing the crash picture,” said Jessica Cicchino, the IIHS vice president who authored the new study.
Pedestrian fatalities on the rise The number of pedestrians killed in motor vehicle incidents has risen by more than half during the past decade. Data released by the Governors Highway Association shows 6,700 fatalities in 2020, a 5% increase despite the sharp drop in traffic due to the COVID pandemic. Adjusted for vehicle miles traveled, pedestrian fatalities rose 21 percent.
Final figures for 2021 have yet to be released but preliminary numbers suggest there was another increase.
The recent spike appears linked to a noticeable increase in vehicle speeds during the pandemic, but that’s not the only factor, the new IIHS study would demonstrate, as it focuses on pedestrian fatalities that occurred when vehicles were turning at intersections.
Turning the corner The IIHS looked at both federal crash data and North Carolina police reports. According to the Associated Press, “pickups were 42% more likely than cars to hit pedestrians while making left turns. SUVs were 23% more likely to hit people than cars. There was no significant difference in the odds of a right turn crash for the different types of vehicles, the study showed.”
But there was a disproportionate rise in vehicle/pedestrian crashes outside of intersections, as well. Pickups showed the biggest gap, IIHS reporting they were 80% more likely to strike a pedestrian than a passenger vehicle. SUVs were 61% more likely, while minivans had a 45% increase compared to passenger cars.
The question is why? The new study cites prior research pointing to the large blind spots created by vehicle A-pillars. Federal rollover and roof crush standards have been updated over the past few decades to make it more likely passengers will survive such crashes. But that has resulted in larger pillars, particularly those framing the windshield.
MARIETTA, GA (03.17.22) – The AIS Pro-series fog lights were the first ever where the driver can wirelessly change the color of the fog lights from 6500K (super bright white) to 3000k (yellow) at the push of a button on the dash.
AIS CEO Kelley Vickers explained, “This is an important safety feature because in a typical situation, the driver would use the white lights. However, in cases of extreme weather such as fog, rain and snow, the driver can change the lights to yellow providing better visibility by simply pressing a button installed on the dash. The fog lights have no moving parts such as fans, which means greater reliability in harsh environments where dirt and moisture have been a problem in the past.”
The AIS dual-color fog light on display on the counter at Ken’s AV in Macon, GA.
Austin Jones stated, “The AIS display really makes it easy to show customers the lighting possibilities. Also, by being on the counter, it draws customers attention as we are preparing invoices for other products. It’s terrific AIS makes this counter top display available to dealers. It drives visibility for the lighting category and profitable sales for our store.”
The lights require no additional wiring, as they plug directly into the factory harness. The lights are available in H7, H8, H10, H11, 9006, PSX24, PSX26 and 880/881.
The working display makes it easy for customers see the different lighting options.
AIS wants to drive profitable labor dollars to the dealers by incentivizing the consumer to have it professionally installed by authorized dealers in order to have the three year warranty. A beautiful counter-top display is also available for AIS dealers.
This active countertop display is available for dealers with a qualifying order.
The fog lighting setting really shines.
Vickers added, “AIS products are not sold to internet retailers or sold on the internet, thereby allowing our valued network of nationwide dealers the most profitable line of safety and convenience products available today. In addition to providing the best and most innovative products, our number one goal is to protect the profit of our dealers and this is why they are fiercely loyal to the AIS brand.”
AIS is a global technology supplier of integrated automotive safety and convenience products. AIS engineers and controls the manufacturing of automotive back-up cameras, back-up sensors, Blindwatch systems, CD players, GPS Tracking, Cruise Controls, DVRs, video monitors, video mirrors, lighting, navigation, Autoplay and Bluetooth modules. AIS also provides automotive leather kits and is the nationwide distributor of Mobileye Advanced Driver Assist Systems.
Check out the unit on the website. AIS carries over 3000 SKUs and offers a three year to lifetime warranty for key dealers. AIS is can be reached at 800-365-6060 and www.aisinterface.com.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (03.16.22) – SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association), the host of the aftermarket industry’s premier products trade event, the SEMA Show, has announced RJ de Vera as its Vice President of Marketing.
De Vera comes to SEMA after 12 years at 3M, a Fortune 100 company, including the last seven as Global Leader of Digital Marketing and Public Relations for the Meguiar’s Car Care brand. He will be developing and implementing a modernized multi-channel marketing strategy for SEMA with a digital-first focus to expand brand awareness and build customer affinity for SEMA and its members.
As SEMA’s Vice President of Marketing, industry veteran RJ de Vera will develop and implement a modernized multi-channel marketing strategy with a digital-first focus.
“RJ is an industry icon, having worked in and with the aftermarket specialty business for nearly 30 years. It’s a thrill to have him join the SEMA leadership team,” said SEMA Senior VP of Operations Bill Miller. “He will surely be an asset to our growth in the coming years, and we look forward to seeing what he will bring to the organization.”
Prior to 3M/Meguiar’s, de Vera worked with OEMs including Honda, Lexus, Mitsubishi, Mazda, and Scion to build corporate image vehicles. He also helped American Racing, Veilside Japan, and Vorsteiner design and market aftermarket parts and accessories, while also consulting on automotive-related marketing initiatives with numerous brands, including Pepsi Co., Valvoline, Boost Mobile, Michelin/BF Goodrich, and Microsoft/XBOX.
“I have attended every SEMA show since 1997 and have had the honor of being a judge for the SEMA Show’s Battle of Builders series for the past six years,” said de Vera. “I am honored to expand my role within the association and hope to have a positive impact on the industry and culture that I love.”
Early in his career, he was part of the team at Petersen Publishing that led the charge to popularize sport compact culture with Super Street Magazine. In addition, de Vera helped promote the first National Import Racing Association (NIRA) events and assisted Universal Studios in launching “The Fast and the Furious” movie franchise as a consultant and actor. He also served as a judge, host, and content strategist for MTV’s “Trick It Out” series.
SHREVEPORT LA (03.16.22) – WTF…Win This Friday. Odeh Car Audio won the 12volt News prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 169 on Friday morning, March 11th.
The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. The weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is now spinning in Year 4.
The check is on the way to Junior Odeh in Gadsden, AL as Odeh Car Audio was the winner of the 12volt Spin-To-Win 169 on March 11th.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 169th time on Friday morning March 11th. The Wheel landed on the 12volt News space and the Odeh Car Audio slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the wheel spin was also posted.
We reached out to Odeh Car Audio in Gadsden AL. Waiting on a reply to let them know the good news that a $100 check will be heading their way.
Spinning out a winner each Friday, a 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, AIS, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, JBL, Kenwood, Power Acoustik, JVC and USASpec. 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, 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, Car Stereo Max in Houston, Pro Audio Center in Richland MS, Rhodes Off-Roads in Farmington MO, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Class A Sounds in Athens OH. Just Audio Video in North Providence RI, CT_Custom in Philadelphia, Audio Solutions in Florence MS and The Audio Shop RC in Rapid City SD, DG Motorsportz in High Point NC, ST Mobile in Texarkana TX, AR Custom OC in Orange CA, Temecula Mobile Sound in Temecula CA, Unique Auto Sound in Lindenhurst NY, D’s Garage in Corona CA and DS2 Mobile Solutionz in Tomball TX, C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT and The Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT, Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, Electronics Depot Car Audio in Altamonte Springs FL. Car Audio Garage in Pearland TX, Pinnacle Autosound in Lake City FL, J H Audio in Bowling Green VA, The Car Audio Shop StL in High Ridge MO, Anthonys Car Stereo in North Highlands CA, Flynn Audio in Middleton WI, Living Loud Car Audio in Pelham AL, Trail Star Audio in Minnesota, On The Spot Audio in Pennsauken NJ, Animated Car Audio in Essex MD, West Coast Car Audio in Citrus Heights CA, Modified Auto Sound in East Alton IL, Star Car Audio in Hermiston OR, VapeNAudio in Clovis CA, SoundWorks in Millersville MD Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, J A Custom Audio in Houston TX Jose Electronics in North Hills CA, Sound Proof Car Stereo in Douglasville GA, Auto Additions in Springfield IL, Elite Car Audio in Hollywood CA, Masters Car Stereo in Greenville SC, Audio Plus in Eden NC, Seismic AutoSound in Novato CA, Car Audio Addicts in Pittsburgh PA, AudioKing Tinting in Yakima WA, Arias Tint and Alarms in Duncanville TX and Star Car Audio in Hermiston OR. Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, March 18th.
BARBERVILLE, FL (03.15.22) – The Progressive American Flat Track 18-round schedule for the 2022 season was delayed by storms in the Southeast. The Thursday March 10th event was canceled but the Friday night was strong. The American Flat Track 2022 season is set to bring the world’s premier dirt track motorcycle racing series to new venues in new markets as well as a return to the major motorcycle rallies.
KICKER was on site trackside at the Volusia Speedway Park with Lorin Morrell and an expanded event presence as the 2022 season began. KICKER is the Official Audio Sponsor for 2022 and the Presenting Sponsor of the AFT Singles Category.
“It was so disappointing when we got stormed out Thursday night. We had the 10×20 KICKER tent set up with 4 tables featuring a wide variety of KICKER products on display. The loaded RZR was positioned next to the tent to let everyone know KICKER was Livin’Loud at the track. But then the announcement came on the PA that the evening’s race was cancelled. Then it was a booth tear down and pack up the trailer,” Morrell related.
The weather was iffy during the day on Saturday but settled down so KICKER could get set up and the racers could prep to hit the track that had dried. Morrell offered, “The race and crowd was stellar on Friday. The gates opened at 3:30 for spectators. The race started at 7 and finished with the last race around 11PM. After the gates opened there was a steady flow of people stopping to see the KICKER set up under the tent. The American Flat Track PA announcer team of Ralph and Scottie did a great job letting all enthusiasts that KICKER was in the house and to stop by the tent. A lot of lanyards were also passed out by event staff members in the hospitality and pit area with considerable branding on awards podium.”
Enthusiasts also checked out Harley Davidson saddle bag product at the KICKER booth.
The Progressive American Flat Track circuit was set to race at the Volusia FL Speedway Park and Livin’ Loud with KICKER trackside.
Concluding, Morrell stated, “No doubt the 2022 American Flat Track season kick off would have been much better with good weather. That said, because of the crappy weather, I was able to spend a lot of time talking with bikers. At the hotel there must have been 30 bikes parked outside. Spending time with them was an opportunity to get a lot of insight about systems on their bikes. Several mentioned how much visibility the KICKER brand got over the course of the event.”
Next up for Morrell will be the Texas Half Mile at the Texas Motor Speedway in Dallas Saturday March 19th.
Ideally balanced in its March-October dates, coast-to-coast locations, and blend of eight Half-Miles, five Miles, two TTs, and three Short Tracks, the ‘22 slate is set to establish Progressive AFT as a highlight attraction at some of the world’s biggest motorcycling events.
The circuit continues with Progressive AFT rounds reinstated as key components of the massively popular Laconia Motorcycle Week and Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Finally, the 2022 Grand National Championship battle will come full circle with a return visit to Daytona Beach during Biketoberfest for the Volusia Half-Mile III season finale. In addition, several other events will have a similarly celebratory feel with high-profile showdowns on holiday weekends including Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day.
The KICKER pickup, with new graphics and Lorin Morrell behind the wheel, is headed to the next stop on the Progressive American Flat Track schedule which is at the Texas Motor Speedway in Dallas Saturday, March 19th.
The annual legendary Midwest events, the Springfield Mile doubleheader, Peoria TT and Lima Half-Mile, all return on the same weekends while four events will move to new weekends in 2022. After a rain-out in 2021, the Texas Half-Mile moves to a new date in March to be a part of IndyCar weekend at Texas Motor Speedway. The New York Short Track and Port Royal Half-Mile will both move to new weekends in July, and Cal Expo will play host to the Sacramento Mile in August.
A number of fan and rider favorite venues are back following temporary absences. The Red Mile, Laconia Short Track and Black Hills Half-Mile last took place in 2019 and are set to make their triumphant return to the calendar in 2022.
The Castle Rock TT, meanwhile, is back following a lengthier pause. The ‘22 edition will mark the 28th inclusion of the adrenaline-fueled race on the Progressive AFT schedule and a return to the Pacific Northwest for the first time since 2014. The event is sure to be one of the most unique events on the tour thanks to a collaboration with Thor Drake, renowned for his ability to curate motorcycle art, racing and culture and deliver highly entertaining events such as The One Moto Show and The Wild One.
There will also be two new additions to the slate: I-70 Half-Mile in Odessa, Missouri, and the Cedar Lake Short Track in New Richmond, Wisconsin. The stop in Odessa is Progressive American Flat Track’s first in Missouri since 2005 while the race in New Richmond will be the series’ first in Wisconsin since 2003.
The complete 2022 Progressive American Flat Track schedule follows:
March 10, 2022 – Volusia Half-Mile I, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
March 11, 2022 – Volusia Half-Mile II, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
March 19, 2022 – Texas Half-Mile, Texas Motor Speedway, Dallas-Ft. Worth, TX
April 23, 2022 – I-70 Half-Mile, I-70 Motorsports Park, Odessa, MO
May 28, 2022 – Red Mile I, The Red Mile, Lexington, KY
May 29, 2022 – Red Mile II, The Red Mile, Lexington, KY
June 11, 2022 – Laconia Short Track, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Loudon, NH
June 25, 2022 – Lima Half-Mile, Allen County Fairgrounds, Lima, OH
July 2, 2022 – New York Short Track, Weedsport Speedway, Weedsport, NY
July 16, 2022 – Port Royal Half-Mile, Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
July 30, 2022 – Peoria TT, Peoria Motorcycle Club, Peoria, IL
August 6, 2022 – Black Hills Half-Mile, Black Hills Speedway, Rapid City, SD
August 13, 2022 – Castle Rock TT, Castle Rock Race Park, Castle Rock, WA
August 20, 2022 – Sacramento Mile, Cal Expo, Sacramento, CA
September 3, 2022 – Springfield Mile I, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, IL
September 4, 2022 – Springfield Mile II, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, IL
September 24, 2022 – Cedar Lake Short Track, Cedar Lake Speedway & Arena, New Richmond, WI
October 15, 2022 – Volusia Half-Mile III, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
Online ticket sales for all rounds will be available in the coming weeks on AmericanFlatTrack.com. To score the latest gear for the Progressive American Flat Track fan, visit our official merchandise store at https://store.americanflattrack.com.
PITTSBURGH, PA (03.14.22) – Consumer Electronics rep firm End Result is set to present its popular consumer electronics dealer and manufacturer showcase. Marking its 18th event, The End Result Show will take place on Friday, March 18 at the Bridgewater Conference Center, 10561 Sawmill Parkway, Powell, OH—a location that is easily accessible for dealers located in Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
The one-day event, designed to motivate and educate retail sales teams is entitled, A Time for Transformation to Revive, Survive, and Thrive which is “absolutely needed to successfully move forward in 2022,” stated Ed Dalesandro, Principal of End Result and organizer of the show.
Continuing Dalesandro stated “As of this past Friday there were 156 area retailers registered and over 30 registered for every class which was nearing capacity. Keynote speakers Allison Lopez-CEO and Co-Founder, along with Dr Frank Viggiano, will make presentations. Dr Viggoano is a Professor Emeritus, CES Innovations Judge plus radio and TV reporter in Pittsburgh. On the 12volt side Ken Ward-Hertz Audison, Nick LoManoco-Memphis Audio, Ignacio Ayala and Jason Proios-Nakamichi Car Audio will be in the house to work with dealers.
Allison Lopez-WECONECT CEO and Co-founder and Dr Frank Viggiano are Keynote speaker. Dr ‘Frank’ is a professor Emeritus CES Innovations Judge plus radio and TV reporter in Pittsburgh.
Home audio, video, and aftermarket automotive retailers are encouraged to attend to see and hear new products from exhibiting manufacturers, attend educational seminars that cover all the bases from technical sessions to advice on how to create attention-grabbing in-store displays, to effectively using social media to their advantage. After a full day of activities, all are invited to a special networking social event.
Dalesandro concluded, “These are crucial times for brick and mortar independent dealers that are trying to adapt to survive and thrive again. As a rep in the consumer electronics industry, I feel it’s my job to provide dealers with the tools they need to be successful and compete in this moving target of a world. It will take ‘out of the box’ thinking to maintain customer flow and this could be a boom for all of us but it must be carefully orchestrated and well-thought-out.”
The Saturday Mobile Hot Rod Installation Class will include tuning and integration techniques. A deep dive from Ken Ward will be featured. There is a $50. per installer fee to be paid at the class.
SHREVEPORT LA (03.12.22) WTF…Win This Friday. Odeh Car Audio won the 12volt News prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 169 on Friday morning, March 11th.
The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. The weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is now spinning in Year 4.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 169th time on Friday morning March 11th. The Wheel landed on the 12volt News space and the Odeh Car Audio slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the wheel spin was also posted.
We reached out to Odeh Car Audio in Gadsden AL. Waiting on a reply to let them know the good news that a $100. check will be heading their way.
Spinning out a winner each Friday, a 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, AIS, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, JBL, Kenwood, Power Acoustik, JVC and USASpec. 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, 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, Car Stereo Max in Houston, Pro Audio Center in Richland MS, Rhodes Off-Roads in Farmington MO, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Class A Sounds in Athens OH. Just Audio Video in North Providence RI, CT_Custom in Philadelphia, Audio Solutions in Florence MS and The Audio Shop RC in Rapid City SD, DG Motorsportz in High Point NC, ST Mobile in Texarkana TX, AR Custom OC in Orange CA, Temecula Mobile Sound in Temecula CA, Unique Auto Sound in Lindenhurst NY, D’s Garage in Corona CA and DS2 Mobile Solutionz in Tomball TX, C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT and The Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT, Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, Electronics Depot Car Audio in Altamonte Springs FL. Car Audio Garage in Pearland TX, Pinnacle Autosound in Lake City FL, J H Audio in Bowling Green VA, The Car Audio Shop StL in High Ridge MO, Anthonys Car Stereo in North Highlands CA, Flynn Audio in Middleton WI, Living Loud Car Audio in Pelham AL, Trail Star Audio in Minnesota, On The Spot Audio in Pennsauken NJ, Animated Car Audio in Essex MD, West Coast Car Audio in Citrus Heights CA, Modified Auto Sound in East Alton IL, Star Car Audio in Hermiston OR, VapeNAudio in Clovis CA, SoundWorks in Millersville MD Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, J A Custom Audio in Houston TX Jose Electronics in North Hills CA, Sound Proof Car Stereo in Douglasville GA, Auto Additions in Springfield IL, Elite Car Audio in Hollywood CA, Masters Car Stereo in Greenville SC, Audio Plus in Eden NC, Seismic AutoSound in Novato CA, Car Audio Addicts in Pittsburgh PA, AudioKing Tinting in Yakima WA, Arias Tint and Alarms in Duncanville TX and Star Car Audio in Hermiston OR. Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, March 18th.
TORRANCE, CA (03.11.22) Rydeen Mobile Electronics, a cutting-edge electronics designer and manufacturer dedicated exclusively to advanced vehicle driver safety, has announced the release of the company’s new website http://www.rydeenmobile.com.
The new website features easier navigation, enhanced product offerings and a commitment to consumer awareness of newly introduced TOMBO 360.
Sako Topalian is flanked by Phil Maeda (R) and Ruben Torres in the 559 Car Stereo soundboard in Fresno CA.
Rydeen’s Phil Maeda and Ruben Torres have been on the road in California showing, and demoing, the new TOMBO 360 Rearview Mirror/DVD to dealers.
Maeda related “Our stop at 559 Car Stereo in Fresno yesterday, Wednesday March 9th, was terrific. While giving a demo to Sako Topalian a customer with a commercial truck arrived looking for a way to have better visibility around his truck. He jumped into the Rydeen van for a demo of the TOMBO 360. After seeing a full demo Sako made the sale of the TOMBO 360 on the stop.”
In a conversation with 12volt News staff Topalian indicated 559 had placed an order for the customer’s TOMBO 360 plus additional units for display and inventory.
STILLWATER, USA – 03/10/2022 – After several months of avoiding events due to COVID-19, KICKER will once again take to the road this summer, this time for Slamology – one of the largest car-audio events in the country. The show will take place June 11-12 at Lucas Oil Raceway outside of Indianapolis.
A regular at events prior to the pandemic, KICKER has supported Slamology since its inception 19 years ago. In addition to Slamology’s well-earned reputation as a first-class car show, it is also known to be the premiere car-audio event on the planet. KICKER will attend the show with its 80-foot XRV (Xtreme Recreational Vehicle) tractor-trailer, which will be located in “Audio Vendor Row” on the south grounds. The KICKER road crew at the XRV will regularly conduct full-tilt demo sessions for audiophiles and those who enjoy loud bass.
Slamology founder Donnie Babb bills the event as family friendly, yet edgy.
“We wanted a way to connect with our readers at Gauge Magazine and have a weekend-long party,” said Babb. “That has brought in droves of people, and made the show one of the largest car, truck and audio events in the world.”
Slamology anticipates in excess of 2,000 show cars visiting for the two-day event, with nearly 20,000 spectators expected to attend. The show also features live, local-based bands on stage, along with other car show-type competitions and contests.
Simultaneously, USACi, MECA, IASCA and Bass Wars will all regulate independent multi-point, car-audio competitions, featuring hundreds of the world’s best Sound-Quality and SPL competitors vying for desired championship points, trophies and prizes.
BOCA RATON, FL (03.09.22) – Tint World Automotive Styling Centers was recently named a Top Franchise for 2022 by Franchise Business Review. This is the 17th annual ranking of the 200 best franchise opportunities as rated by franchise business owners. The list is available at https://franchisebusinessreview.com/page/top-franchises/.
Tint World Automotive Styling Centers offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance and repair services, and more. Tint World is also the leading provider of residential, commercial and marine computerized window tinting and security film services with locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, with franchise opportunities available worldwide.
Franchise Business Review, a market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction and employee engagement, provides the only rankings and awards for franchise companies based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of the top 200 franchises in its annual Guide to Today’s Top Franchises.
“While the pandemic impacted various business sectors differently, the last 18 months have clearly demonstrated the inherent strengths of the franchise business model. The old franchise adage of ‘being in business for yourself, but not by yourself’ has never been more important,” said Franchise Business Review founder and CEO Eric Stites. “Thanks to fast innovations, significant support, and responsive crisis management, many franchise brands have emerged stronger from the pandemic, and that is reflected in high franchisee satisfaction.”
Tint World was among over 300 franchise brands, representing more than 30,000 franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research. Tint World’s franchisees were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems, including training and support, operations, franchisor/franchisee relations, and financial opportunity.
“This recognition is incredibly rewarding, because it’s coming from the people who represent Tint World in their communities,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “Our franchisees are the foundation of this company, and we’re passionate about empowering them to succeed by providing them all the support and resources they need. Our position on Franchise Business Review’s list of the 200 Top Franchises reflects that, and demonstrates that we’re in a unique position to continue our explosive growth, both nationally and internationally.”
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