FLOWER MOUND, TX (6.18.25) – Uniden America Corporation, a leading manufacturer of high-performance radar and laser detection systems, is proud to announce the appointment of InPhase Marketing as its exclusive sales representative for the Pacific Northwest territory, including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska.

This strategic partnership marks a continued expansion of Uniden’s presence in the 12-volt retail and automotive aftermarket channels. InPhase Marketing, known for its longstanding relationships and technical expertise across the region, will play a key role in driving growth for Uniden’s full product portfolio—including the R9w, R8w, R4w, and integrated laser solutions.

“InPhase Marketing brings a deep understanding of the Pacific Northwest market and a passion for serving the specialty retail community. We’re confident in their ability to expand our brand presence and support our authorized partners with integrity and focus,” said Ray Woolf, Director of Specialty Radar Sales at Uniden. “Dan and his team share our vision of delivering high-performance solutions with meaningful dealer support. We’re excited about what’s ahead.”

With decades of experience in mobile electronics and a proven track record of delivering value to manufacturers and retailers alike, InPhase is poised to elevate Uniden’s market positioning in the region.

“We’re honored to partner with Uniden—a brand that leads through innovation, performance, and a commitment to the specialty 12V community,” said Dan McMillan, President of InPhase Marketing. “Our team is eager to introduce the Uniden portfolio to our dealers and help them thrive with the most complete radar and laser offering in the industry.”

Effective immediately, InPhase Marketing will serve as the point of contact for all sales, training, and dealer onboarding activities in the Pacific Northwest.

For dealer inquiries or product information, please visit www.uniden.com or contact InPhase Marketing directly.

AUBURN HILLS, MI (6.17.25) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. (“Alpine”) will attend the 2025 Electrify Expo event at the Port of LA in San Pedro, CA from Saturday, June 21 to Sunday, June 22.

Alpine will be in booths 103 and 105 in the Electrify Show-Off & Aftermarket Pavilion, where visitors will be the first to receive a demo and exclusive purchase opportunities of Alpine’s first Plug-and-Play Subwoofer and Amplifier upgrade kit designed especially for the Tesla Model 3 Premium and Model Y.

“We took the feedback we received during our last Electrify Expo event and turned it into a powerful, subwoofer upgrade package that we believe hits the mark,” said Dan Sparks, National Sales Director for the Alpine Aftermarket Division at Alps Alpine North America. “Our ‘boots-to-the-ground’ approach at these events allows us to hear directly from the consumer and craft solutions that will get them excited about their audio system.”

Alpine will also have a 2024 Tesla Model Y with the Complete 11-Speaker Sound System upgrade kit, designed to easily replace the front, rear, and center dash Tesla factory speakers with Hi-Resolution certified speakers from Alpine’s “Blue Series” speaker line. The package also includes a powerful 10” subwoofer and a 12-channel Premium Digital Sound Processor with an ultra-efficient EV-optimized Amplifier that’s tuned for the unique cabin environment of the Tesla.

The 2024 Tesla Model Y is upfitted from a partnership between Alpine and Rebel Off Road, an off-road vehicle builder with locations in Lake Forest, CA, and Fort Worth, TX. The Tesla, called “Peak Charge,” features a 2-inch lift kit and is outfitted with off-road-ready tires and a roof rack to hold gear. The Alpine x Rebel Off Road booth will offer similar off-road upgrade packages, such as Peak Charge, available for purchase during the event.

Members of Alpine’s sales and marketing staff will be available during the event to answer product questions and provide vehicle demonstrations. Long Beach-based Alpine Authorized Retailer, PCH Custom Audio, will also be on-site with Tesla systems available for purchase at special, event-only deals.

Electrify Expo is the #1 Electric Vehicle Festival in North America with a 1 million square foot outdoor festival that attracts over 30,000 attendees and pioneering brands in the electric mobility space.

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

BUTLER, PA (06.16.25) – The 14h Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival took place June 13th thru 15th in historic downtown Butler PA and on the Cooper’s Lake Campground. Over 15,000 Jeepers attended the weekend and enjoyed off-road trails, obstacle courses and a huge vendor area filled with companies that offered aftermarket products for Jeep owners and enthusiasts. The downtown Butler Jeep Invasion witnessed over 1000 Jeeps parked along main street and parking areas in the town of approximately 13,000 located 35 miles north of Pittsburgh. Butler was named the 7th Best Small Town in America in a Smithsonian Magazine in 2012.

Team Nutz is a proactive 12volt retailer located in Pittsburgh and returned to the Bantam Jeep Festival for the 2025 run. Ed Nuttall related, “The Bantam Jeep Festival draws thousands of Jeepers, enthusiasts and their rides. That crowd is noted for adding aftermarket products to their rides. We do a lot of Jeep upgrades at the store, and being so close to our store in Pittsburgh, it makes perfect sense for our brand to be on site. We had a great crew on site with vendor support, a large booth area with multiple tents plus several demo vehicles. Attendance was down a little this year due to rain in forecast. Sales this year were strong and our team of 8 made contact with so many enthusiast and promising prospects. In fact on Sunday we sold a Rockford Fosgate Jeep kit to an attendee that will be shipped to a customer in New York”.

Team Nutz is also spotlighting the company’s DIYCustoms.store in addition to driving on site sales and at the retail store in Pittsburgh. A free DIYCustoms.store offer was under the tent for attendees that liked, followed and tagged DIYCustoms.store on social media. There were 1000 T shirts on site and over 300 attendees took one home.

Continuing “We made 5000 custom black rubber ducks for the event and gave out almost 4000. Downtown we went down along parked Jeeps and put ducks on hoods. The rubber ducks had the Team Nutz logo for all to see and remember. We also passed out 1000 stickers and over 200 lanyards” Nuttall related.

Concluding, Nuttall stated, “This was our 10th time to exhibit at the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival. Based on our success at this year’s event expect to see us at the 2026 event and beyond.

Visit www.teamnutztechnology.com for more.

AUBURN HILLS, MI (6.13.25) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. (“Alpine”) will attend the 2025 Electrify Expo event at the Port of LA in San Pedro, CA from Saturday, June 21 to Sunday, June 22.

Alpine will be in booths 103 and 105 in the Electrify Show-Off & Aftermarket Pavilion, where visitors will be the first to receive a demo and exclusive purchase opportunities of Alpine’s first Plug-and-Play Subwoofer and Amplifier upgrade kit designed especially for the Tesla Model 3 Premium and Model Y.

“We took the feedback we received during our last Electrify Expo event and turned it into a powerful, subwoofer upgrade package that we believe hits the mark,” said Dan Sparks, National Sales Director for the Alpine Aftermarket Division at Alps Alpine North America. “Our ‘boots-to-the-ground’ approach at these events allows us to hear directly from the consumer and craft solutions that will get them excited about their audio system.”

Alpine will also have a 2024 Tesla Model Y with the Complete 11-Speaker Sound System upgrade kit, designed to easily replace the front, rear, and center dash Tesla factory speakers with Hi-Resolution certified speakers from Alpine’s “Blue Series” speaker line. The package also includes a powerful 10” subwoofer and a 12-channel Premium Digital Sound Processor with an ultra-efficient EV-optimized Amplifier that’s tuned for the unique cabin environment of the Tesla.

The 2024 Tesla Model Y is upfitted from a partnership between Alpine and Rebel Off Road, an off-road vehicle builder with locations in Lake Forest, CA, and Fort Worth, TX. The Tesla, called “Peak Charge,” features a 2-inch lift kit and is outfitted with off-road-ready tires and a roof rack to hold gear. The Alpine x Rebel Off Road booth will offer similar off-road upgrade packages, such as Peak Charge, available for purchase during the event.

Members of Alpine’s sales and marketing staff will be available during the event to answer product questions and provide vehicle demonstrations. Long Beach-based Alpine Authorized Retailer, PCH Custom Audio, will also be on-site with Tesla systems available for purchase at special, event-only deals.

Electrify Expo is the #1 Electric Vehicle Festival in North America with a 1 million square foot outdoor festival that attracts over 30,000 attendees and pioneering brands in the electric mobility space.

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

TEMPE, AZ (6.12.25) – Mobile Solutions, a leader in creating the tools and training needed for custom automotive electronics, audio, and interior installations, is proud to unveil the groundbreaking training session “Bass with Style: Advanced Enclosure Design”, a dynamic, hands-on seminar that redefines how custom car audio installations are imagined and executed. This elite training experience, taking place at July 18-21 at Mobile Solutions HQ in Tempe, Ariz., brings together three of the industry’s most respected innovators: Bryan Schmitt, Wayne Harris, and Sage Anderson Weir.

“This course empowers technicians to elevate their creativity, efficiency, and profitability through repeatable, real-world fabrication methods,” explained Bryan Schmitt, Mobile Solutions founder/CEO/president. “Designed for fabricators of all experience levels, the course focuses on trunk area installations, structural mounting, advanced subwoofer enclosure techniques, and visually impactful trim panels. Attendees will leave equipped with techniques to stand out in a saturated market. This class is about more than just bass…it’s about bold design, functional structure, and professional execution. It’s the difference between good and unforgettable.”

The course also features a special seminar with Wayne Harris, creator of Term-LAB and Term-PRO. Harris will dive deep into advanced enclosure modeling and acoustic simulation using Term-PRO software. Attendees will learn to design, analyze, and tune sealed, vented, and bandpass enclosures with precision, guided by real-world data and award-winning examples.

“There’s a science to designing great enclosures, and Term-PRO gives you the tools to do it right,” said Harris.

Sage Anderson Weir, a nationally recognized expert in system integration and DSP tuning, will round out the session with cutting-edge insights on 3D design thinking, in-vehicle acoustic considerations, OEM material strategy, and top tuning secrets for award-winning sound.

Topics covered include:
• 3D design development for custom enclosures
• Acoustic modeling, port tuning, and airflow management
• OEM-style material selection and layering techniques
• Structural mounting for subwoofer enclosures and electronics
• Using Term-PRO for system design and simulation
• Real-world installation case studies and best practices

Who should attend:
• Custom fabricators
• 12-volt installation professionals
• Interior automotive designers
• Technicians looking to sharpen their enclosure design and integration skills

“Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best in the business and take your builds to the next level,” Schmitt concluded.

Mobile Solutions will include lunch each day at its training facility so that there is no need to leave during the training session. This maximizes participants’ time spent learning while providing an incredible value. Course tuition also includes a detailed training manual. Hotel accommodations are not included, however Mobile Solutions has negotiated a great rate for attendees at a nearby hotel.

Class times are 8:15am – 5:30pm each day.

For more information and to register and inquire about hotel accommodations, please visit www.mobilesolutions-usa.com/mastertech-subwoofer.

KENAI, AK (06.11.26) – Joseph Norton left Northern AR on May 24th for the 4000 mile trip to Anchorage AK where 5150 Audio’s owner Dave Parrot met him at the airport for the 157 mile trip to Kenai. Parrot has extensive 12volt experience and opened 5150 Audio just over a year ago. Norton provides tech support with MUSWAY across the US.

Norton stated “We met Dave at a KnowledgeFest in Las Vegas a few months ago. He was very impressed with the MUSWAY products and demos in the booth. We continued to talk and ultimately put a program in place to set up 5150 Audio as a dealer with a plan to work with Dave for additional visibility across Alaska for MUSWAY. We supplied MUSWAY products to load his RAM pickup as a demo. My trip to Kenai included in-store training and fine tuning the MUSWAY system in the RAM. In addition, we spent days on the road visiting dealers in Alaska with a wrap at the REV Alaska Motorsports Show in Wasilla AK on Sunday June 1st where 5150 Audio had a booth on the event floor.” Norton made it back home on Tuesday June 3rd.

“Business at our store is strong as the word is out that we are the place for mobile aftermarket products in over a 100 mile range. The word is also out in the area that the 5150 Audio RAM is the best sounding vehicle enthusiasts have ever experienced. The REV Alaska event was very successful and we set appoints for installs even though Wasilla is 200 miles from our store. We are booked out for a few weeks. In fact we have an appointment in July for a customer 400 miles away” Parrot related.

Stay tuned for much more from 5150 Audio and MUSWAY USA as these two proactive companies are Jammin’ N June to drive business.

Visit www.muswayusa.com for more.

 SEATTLE, WA (06.10.25) – Firstech, a leading innovator in connected car technology and makers of Compustar and DroneMobile solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Momentum Marketing, a highly respected manufacturers’ representative firm. Momentum Marketing will now spearhead Firstech’s sales and marketing efforts across the Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana (TOLA) region, effective immediately. 

This collaboration aims to significantly enhance Firstech’s presence and support for dealers within the vital TOLA territory. Momentum Marketing’s deep regional expertise and strong relationships with 12-volt retailers will ensure that more dealers and consumers have access to Firstech’s award-winning line of remote start, security, and telematics products, including the popular Compustar and DroneMobile brands. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Momentum Marketing to the Firstech family,” said Jason Kaminski, Managing Director at Firstech. “Their proven track record and extensive network in the TOLA region make them the ideal partner to expand our reach and strengthen our commitment to providing top-tier support for our dealers. This partnership represents a significant step in our strategy to bring the best connected car solutions to more customers.” 

Hector Mena, Principal at Momentum Marketing, expressed enthusiasm about the new partnership: “We are extremely honored to be given the opportunity to represent the Firstech family of products in the TOLA markets. With this new partnership, the Momentum team will be able to deliver Firstech’s innovative solutions and unparalleled customer service and support to our dealer base.” 

The partnership with Momentum Marketing underscores Firstech’s dedication to optimizing its distribution network and providing localized, dedicated support to its valued dealer partners. 12-volt retailers that are interested in Firstech products can browse the company’s full catalog of solutions at www.myfirstech.com. 

12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (06.09.25) – It’s Summertime and time for members of the 12volt to ‘Crank It Up’ and drive sales! It’s Summertime and time for consumers to get Jammin’ N June with great gear for their rides. Vendors, reps, distributors and dealers can unite to get consumers into stores. HiTech in-dash media, powerful amps and speakers that rock plus much more will get their rides Jammin’ N June.

The first week of June the 12volt Central Studios staff was on the news beat working with industry members to showcase their activities to drive business by utilizing the 12voltSTP tool. No it’s not an app…simply the smartphone everyone has in their pocket or purse. Snapping an image and txting, with a few words to 318 469 2526 makes it happen. Snap.Txt. Presto… that’s the 12voltSTP tool.

The Falcon Sales/AM Merchandising Northwest Dealer Show rocked in Washougal WA. Rydeen and TEZspez connected with Tesla owners and EV enthusiasts at the EV Fest in Long Beach. Joseph Norton was on the road with MUSWAY working with 5150 Audio in Anchorage AK, Team Nutz was connecting with community actives in Pittsburgh. John Velez was on the road with Art Rickless calling on Massive Audio dealers in Connecticut. The SSR Distributors Kenwood Direct Replacement Trainings in Houston and Dallas were max’ed June 4th and 5th.

This custom Jammin’ N June graphic can get the ball rolling. There is No Charge. In today’s marketplace proactive 12volt retailers are utilizing social media to connect with followers and consumers. 12volt retailers can post this FREE graphic on their Instagram and Facebook accounts. The graphic is square for the Instagram and Facebook templates….Simply screenshot and size the graphic!!! In the comments area dealers can highlight their brands and exciting activities… Special offers too!

Jammin’ N June. Those words, and that message, can grab the attention of followers and consumers to create much needed in-store traffic for 12volt retailers.

Online sales have been on a steady rise for the past several years. Today tariffs have turned much upside down. Continuing inflation has led to lower in-store traffic. Jammin’ N June themed activities by proactive 12volt retailers can drive social media awareness and traffic into their stores… and very importantly drive sales.

It’s imperative that 12volt retailers create a powerful in-store experience for consumers in the showroom. An impressive demonstration will bring a smile to the consumer’s face and can raise the hair on their arms.

Sound-Off events and in-person activities are once again creating excitement. These facts indicate 12volt enthusiasts are ready to Crank It Up and get Jammin’ N June.

From the 12volt Central Studios we will continue to showcase positives across the 12volt industry. The 12voltSTP Tool makes that easier than ever. Snap an image with your smartphone. Txt that image with a few details to 318-469-2526. PRESTO. Your store’s positive activities could be in the news.

As an industry ‘Let’s Get Our Shine On.’ Let’s get Jammin’ N June!

Much more to come from the 12volt Central Studios.

ORLANDO, FL (6.4.25) – VOXX Electronics by Gentex Corporation, proudly announces the appointment of Marketing Pros, Inc. (MPI) as its new manufacturer’s representative firm for the TALO region, which includes Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma, effective immediately.

The TALO region will be led by Pete Daley, and VOXX is confident that MPI’s deep roots and proven success in the territory will drive new momentum for the company’s trusted brands. Formed in 1979, Marketing Pros is celebrating 46 years of service, bringing more than 150 years of combined industry experience to the VOXX family.

Renowned for its focus on brick-and-mortar accounts, MPI has built a strong reputation for growing lines through independent specialists—a model that aligns seamlessly with VOXX’s commitment to supporting its retail partners. MPI has been nationally recognized seven times as Rep Firm of the Year by Mobile Electronics Magazine, underscoring their expertise and consistency in delivering results.

“Marketing Pros has long demonstrated their commitment to supporting retailers and driving category growth,” said Aron Demers, VOXX Electronics SVP. “Their reputation, relationships, and strategic approach make them a perfect fit to help us grow and diversify our dealer base across this critical territory.”

The Marketing Pros, Inc. field team includes:
• Rick Dewey – Oklahoma and Arkansas (405) 410-5028 | rick@marketingprosinc.com
• Kevin Knox – Louisiana, East Texas, Houston (I-45 East) (504) 343-4770 | kevin@marketingprosinc.com
• Travis Coody – Austin, San Antonio, Houston (I-45 West), and the Border (432) 634-8803 | travis@marketingprosinc.com
• Blake Daley – Tarrant County and West Texas (817) 614-9147 | blake@marketingprosinc.com
• Pedro Rodriguez – Dallas County and Northeast Texas (214) 404-4730 | pedro@marketingprosinc.com
• Pete Daley – Key Accounts (817) 400-7383 | pete@marketingprosinc.com

VOXX Electronics warmly welcomes Marketing Pros to the VOXX family and looks forward to a successful partnership that delivers exceptional value to dealers throughout the TALO region.
About VOXX Electronics

Visit www.voxxelectronics.com and www.gentex.com for more.

LONG BEACH, CA (06.03.25) – TEZspex, the innovative brand dedicated to enhancing Tesla vehicles with premium accessories was on site at the EV Fest 2025. The took place on Saturday, May 31, from 12 PM to 4 PM, at Long Beach City College in Long Beach, CA.

“EV Fest was the perfect opportunity for us to connect with Tesla owners in SoCal and showcase our range of top-tier accessories designed to elevate their driving experiences,” said Ruben Torres, National Sales Manager for TEZspex. “Our aim is to provide solutions that enhance comfort, convenience, and performance while keeping the stunning OEM look of Tesla vehicles.”

The EV Fest 2025 took place on the large grounds at the Long Beach City College. The weather was perfect and hundreds of Teslas and cars were on site. Many Teslas feature unique custom wraps. Ruben Torres and Mira Ricchaizzi were in the booth that included the fully upgraded Rydeen Tesla Y and Rydeen Show van. The van towered above surrounding Teslas which grabbed attention and was packed with Rydeen giveaway bags and event supplies.

“The Rydeen booth was very busy throughout the day as Ruben did dozens and dozens of demos in the Model Y. Also I walked down close by show aisles and handed out our catalogs to hundreds of attendees,” Mira Ricchiazzi related.

This year TEZspex featured a fully upgraded Tesla Model Y at the festival, showcasing an array of accessory innovations set to transform the driving experience. Attendees explored products like 8.8” Front Display W/ CarPlay & Android Auto, high-def display for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y with steering column-mount. Auto door handles (RGB wireless) featuring customizable RGB ambient lighting and smart detection, Motorized Soft Closing Systems, Soft Closing trunk and Soft Door Locks for smooth operation of doors and trunk.

Even more TEZspex upgrades included Electric Sunshades, Portable refrigerator and Ventilated Seats designed to maximize comfort during hot summer drives. Footrest, Rear Seat Folding Table and Rear console 7.0 Control Systems for comfort and style and many more premium accessories aimed at enhancing the Tesla owner’s experience!

“At TEZspex, we are passionate about meeting the needs of Tesla enthusiasts,” added Torres. “Every accessory we create is engineered for seamless installation and integration into Tesla vehicles, empowering owners to personalize their rides with ease.”

Visit tezspex.com for more.