CE GUYS at the 2020 Sturgis Rally

Posted on August 9, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

Early morning set up on Tuesday, August 4, at the Ride and Rest Campground in Sturgis.

STURGIS, SD (08.10.2020) – The 2020 Sturgis Rally got underway on Friday, August 7th, and runs through Sunday August 16th. Bikers, motorcycle enthusiasts and vendors from across the U.S. are riding to Sturgis SD. Reports are over 250,000 will descend on the town of 6922 people.

CE GUYS gassing the rigs and on the road in Minnesota. From Chicago to Sturgis SD it’s 938 miles.

The CE GUYS Team made the 938 mile trip from Chicago to Sturgis on Monday, August 3rd. Two teams, towing 34’ and 24’ trailers, made the Monday journey. The trailers were filled with bikes, a golf cart and a large amount of inventory to cover sales and installations during the event’s 10-day run. Tools and office supplies, along with apparel to support the Camron and Conner Raffle for the Autism Custom Bagger being built by DA Performance.

Members of the CE GUYS crew hard at work on Wednesday morning.

CE GUYS are set up under a SounDigital tent at the Ride and Rest Campground. The trailers, with tools and inventory, are positioned adjacent to the tent where the sales and installations are taking place.

Rene Enriquez, Ricky Baldwin and Gus Rigas (LtoR) working into the night on this bike installation.

The CE Guys Team members are Gus Rigas, Rene Enriquez, Gabriel Dieppa, Ricky Baldwin and CE GUYS Principal Michael Foundation. All members of the team are motorcycle enthusiasts who enjoy great sound while on their rides.

The parents of a CE GUYS SounDigital dealer, Baggerpunkin Litchfield MN, stopped by the booth at the Ride and Rest Campground and got their tickets for a chance to win the Cameron and Conner Raffle for Autism Custom Bagger being created by DA Performance.

Foundation related “The Sturgis Rally is such an amazing event. Our team is here with multiple goals. First is the drive to support the Cameron and Connor Autism mission. To that end a campaign was launched for the Cameron and Conner Autism Custom Bagger Raffle. DA Performance is creating a work-of-art and we are selling raffle tickets and apparel here at the event. All proceeds go to the Cameron and Conner Autism initiative. In addition we are selling SounDigital and products plus installing systems for bikers looking to upgrade their rides for the trip home. We are working underneath a large SounDigital tent with inventory stored in the trailers. We have large banner signage on the trailers to grab the attention of bikers traveling around the Ride and Rest Campground. There are over 4000 bikers staying at this campground.”

T-Shirts were available for sale with all proceeds to benefit the Cameron and Conner Autism Custom Bagger Raffle.

Continuing, Foundation offered “All on the CE Guys Team are bike enthusiasts. While at the Sturgis Rally we are interacting with other bikers and get a real feel for what they are looking for and future trends. We are all working long, sometimes stressful hours, but enjoying what we are doing. Our experiences in Sturgis will definitely be put to use when we get back in front of 12volt retailers.”

Inside the trailer a functioning office space was set up.

This article covers CE GUYS activities at the 2020 Sturgis Rally through Saturday, August 8th. Watch for more as the Sturgis Rally continues through Sunday, August 16th.

Visit ceguys.com for more.

The 12Volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Is Rolling In 2020 – Impact Tint and Audio Wins Spin 88

Posted on August 8, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

SHREVEPORT LA (08.08.20) WTF…Win This Friday. The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Eight months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

The latest 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Winner, Number 88, is Impact Tint & Audio in Tyler TX. The Wheel landed on the 12volt space Friday morning August 7th. We reached out to the company in Tyler. Owner Graeme Wyatt came to the phone and he was very happy to hear the news and is looking forward to receiving the 12volt News check for $100.Spinning out a new winner each Friday, a 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.

12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, Cadence, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, Precision Power, JBL, Power Acoustik, Farenheit and SpellBrite. 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 and 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 and DFM Stereo in Ukiah CA. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, August 14th.

Firstech Hires Opus Marketing Group for Mid-Atlantic, Michigan

Posted on August 6, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged DroneMobile, Firstech.

KENT, WA (08.07.2020) – Firstech, makers of Compustar and DroneMobile connected car solutions, is hiring Opus Marketing Group to represent the company’s solutions in Mid-Atlantic and Michigan. Opus Marketing Group will represent all Firstech brands and products, including Compustar, DroneMobile, Arctic Start, and Momento. Daniel Fellers, Firstech’s Eastern regional sales manager, describes the partnership as an “alliance between two of the strongest forces in automotive remote start and security.”

Firstech’s announcement comes in anticipation of the upcoming 2020-21 remote start season, which will follow one of the busiest summers in recent mobile electronics history. Despite the freshness of their partnership, Firstech and Opus Marketing Group promise to immediately hit the road both virtually and physically. Jamie White, the owner of Opus Marketing Group, explains, “With all great things come better things and we look forward to continuing to provide the dealer base the best customer service and cutting-edge technology for many years to come with this recent alignment.”

All Firstech brands and products are available for purchase on www.myfirstech.com. To gain access to pricing and free, same-day shipping, contact Opus Marketing Group at (866)438-6787 (Mid-Atlantic, Michigan) or email Firstech at orders@myfirstech.com (U.S.A., Canada).

Statement from SEMA About the 2020 SEMA Show

Posted on August 5, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged SEMA Show.

DIAMOND BAR, CA (08.06.2020) – SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, has announced that due to Covid-19 and concerns that event facilities and services will be unavailable, the SEMA Show will not be taking place in 2020.

While both event organizers and industry members have been working tirelessly to deliver an outstanding SEMA Show in November, mounting uncertainty has rendered continuing with the event inadvisable. SEMA expects the decision will bring much needed clarity to an uncertain picture and will help exhibitors, attendees and partners plan accordingly.

Recent SEMA Show survey results indicated interest in a possible virtual tradecshow with related live elements. SEMA will be working with industry members to determine interest levels on specific alternatives.

“The SEMA Show is committed to furthering businesses in the automotive specialty equipment market, and to providing manufacturers and buyers with the best opportunity to connect, promote new products and discover new trends,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “We appreciate the spirit, hard work and innovation our industry puts into the SEMA Show each year. While we are disappointed circumstances prevent us from hosting the Show in November, we look forward to getting everyone together in 2021 for another outstanding event.”

Full refunds for SEMA Show exhibitor booth deposits and attendee registration fees will be issued.

Updates will be posted to SEMAShow.com.

dBDRA Combining 2020 and 2021 Competition Seasons

Posted on August 4, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

AUSTIN, TX (08.05.2020) – After careful consideration, the dBDRA has elected to combine the 2020 and 2021 competition seasons. The ongoing global pandemic combined with continually changing event restrictions make it virtually impossible to plan or produce a Championship event. Competitor memberships, earned points, certified scores, and world records for the current 2020 season will carry over to the new, hybrid season.

Wayne Harris with a big smile for all across the 12volt industry and competition world.

According to Wayne Harris, dBDRA President, “There are many benefits to an extended season, and we are excited to begin work on something special for 2021. We expect huge participation once restrictions are lifted. Until then, stay safe.”

dBDRA World Records
The 2020/2021 dBDRA World Records are NOW Live. World Records are reserved for dBDRA Members and may only be set at Triple Point events and the dBDRA Championship. To establish a new dB Drag Racing World Record, the competitor must beat the old record twice at the same event. The lower of the competitor’s two record-breaking scores will be used as the new record. As the season progresses, the World Records will be updated. Good luck to everyone!

dB Drag Racing World Records
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Psychlone World Records
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Visit dbdragracing.com for more.

Resonado Taps Global Zendustry as Business Advisor

Posted on August 3, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Resonado, Zendustry.

PHOENIX, AZ (08.04.2020) – Global Zendustry has been named new business advisor for South Bend, Ind.-based Resonado, an audio technology company that designs and provides proprietary speaker transducer technologies. Global Zendustry will help expand Resonado’s worldwide manufacturing, distribution, and technology partnership efforts.

Rex Whitehead, Global Zendustry Principal

“As Resonado has quickly taken a foothold in the market with its flagship Flat Core Speaker (FCS) technology, the multiple market access possibilities for this product are nearly endless,” explained Rex Whitehead, Global Zendustry principal and an industry veteran with more than 30 years experience in sales, marketing, and product development with some of the world’s leading manufacturers. “We are excited to help expand Resonado’s presence in the industry.”

Resonado was founded in 2017 by four undergraduate students at the University of Notre Dame and launched the brand nationwide as the Official Sound Partner of Notre Dame Athletics in late 2019 with plans to enter the marketplace in 2020.

“Resonado is introducing a new take on the century old conical electrodynamic transducer with a thin-profile, lightweight, premium, and fully scalable alternative,” explained Peter Moeckel, Resonado Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer. “Our proprietary structure allows us to create a driver with a high aspect ratio and a wide pistonic range in our diaphragms. This enables unprecedented design innovations for products in industries including aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, home theater, and marine. As such, we needed a partner who could help us expand our network of production and distribution partners for all of these categories, and Global Zendustry has the resume and rolodex to fulfill this important role. We are excited to work with Rex and establishing a long-term relationship with Global Zendustry.”

Global Zendustry offers expertise in business development and sales strategies, organizational and product strategy, and in marketing and merchandising strategies. Global Zendustry engages a collaboration of industry veterans who have held a variety of roles in a broad range of markets.

For more information, please contact Rex Whitehead at 480-650-3979 or email rex@globalzendustry.com.

To learn more about Resonado, visit www.resonado.com.

JVC Multimedia Receivers Shine with DVD Playback, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Support

Posted on August 2, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged JVC.

LONG BEACH, CA (07.03.2020) – JVC Mobile Entertainment is pleased to announce the shipment of 2 new Apple CarPlay and Android Auto ready multimedia receivers; the KW-V660BT (MAP $369.95), and KW-V66BT (MAP $369.95).

The CD/DVD playback equipped KW-V660BT and KW-V66BT extend JVC’s already impressive offerings of multimedia receivers to a current total of 12 to date for 2020. They provide a simple step-up solution from the KW-M560BT and KW-M56BT CD/DVD-less digital multimedia receivers, which began shipping earlier this Summer.

“Although we’ve seen a trend in consumers moving towards digital media entertainment options, there is still a significant demand for CD/DVD playback equipped models,” said Steve Cote, JVC Eastern Regional Sales Manager. “By featuring an immense value combination of driver safety options, sound quality, various media type support, and unique features such as Gesture Touch Control, these models are ready to impress!”

Some of the most notable features on both the KW-V660BT and KW-V66BT include:

• 6.8” WVGA Capacitive Touch Monitor
• Apple CarPlay Via USB
• Android Auto Via USB
• SiriusXM Ready
• USB Mirroring for Android Phones*
*App Required (Mirroring OA for JVC App)
• DVD and CD Playback
• Built-in Bluetooth
• Rear USB Port with 1.5A Rapid Charging
• Digital Time Alignment
• 13-Band Graphic EQ
• Rear View Camera Ready
• Mounting Sleeve and Trim Plate Included

For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit www.us.jvc.com/car.

The 12Volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Is Rolling In 2020 – DFM Stereo Wins Spin 87

Posted on August 1, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

SHREVEPORT LA (08.01.20) WTF…Win This Friday. The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Eight months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

The latest 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Winner, Number 87, is DFM Stereo. The Wheel landed on the PowerBass space Friday morning July 31st. We will reach out to team in Ukiah CA and let them know the super news. Spinning out a new winner each Friday, a 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.

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 and 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 and Go Autosound in Union NJ. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, August 7th.

Want to enter for future spins? It’s easy-when making an Instagram post for your store include the hashtag #12voltspin to make sure your company has a slip in the jar. There are over 1100 #12voltspin posts on Instagram.

With 18 chances to WIN, the 12Volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is ready to shower a lucky weekly winner with one of the cool prizes.

Stay tuned to 12voltnews.com on the web and @12voltnews on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for 12volt Spin-To-Win winner announcements every Friday!

Impact Tint and Audio Hosts Successful MOPARS and Ram Club Event

Posted on July 30, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

TYLER, TX (07.31.2020) – MOPARS of East Texas and Texas Ram Club were spotlighted during an event on Saturday, July 25th, hosted by Impact Tint and Audio. The company store’s lot on the Loop in Tyler was packed with nearly 40 vehicles from the clubs members. There were also vehicles parked in front of the adjacent business.

Vehicles were spotted throughout the lot during the Impact Tint and Audio event.

Event vehicles flowed next door to the Floor Works store.

Graeme Wyatt, who operates the family business, related “We do a lot of work for members of both of these clubs. Since MOPARS of East Texas and Texas Ram Club members drive vehicles from the same “family” all thought it was a super idea to show together at the same event. My Mother and Father, along with my girlfriend, had a great day spending time checking out all the rides and taking with folks about what they could add to their rides.”

It was a family event and mothers and children spent time in the air conditioning of the showroom. A food truck was on site to offer treats and refreshments under a hot, sunny Texas summer sky.

Members of MOPARS of East Texas and the Texas Ram Club parked wherever they could find space.

Impact tent and audio fronts on the very busy loop in Tyler. All of the vehicles on the lot drew a tremendous amount of attention to this proactive 12volt retailer.

“During the day we made several sales and wrote a number of quotes for tint and lighting jobs. I do a lot of custom acrylic work with the the CNC in the shop and talked to several people about projects they had in mind” Wyatt added.

Inside the store families could stay cool their children while all of the action was going on outside.

During the day one of the store’s past customers related a story about a recent accident. The Impact Tint and Audio Team had installed a dash cam that captured an accident. Their customer was able to document the accident to show he was in the right.

“All of the people at our event are proud of their rides and have big investments. The story about how the dash cam came into play for our customer got a lot of attention” Wyatt added.

Visit www.impacttintandaudio.com for more.

KICKER Hosts Stillwater Cars and Coffee at World HQ

Posted on July 29, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Kicker.

STILLWATER, OK (07.30.2020) – The Stillwater Cars and Coffee took place in the KICKER World HQ parking lot on Saturday, July 25th. Local enthusiasts, with over 100 vehicles on site, enjoyed the event under a sunny sky with July Oklahoma temperature in the mid 90s.

Enthusiasts at the event in the parking lot with the KICKER World HQ building in the background.

A wide variety of vehicles were in the parking lot.

Kicker’s John Myers was instrumental in bring the event together. Myers related “It was certainly a fun day. Six or seven of us from KICKER were there and enjoyed meeting with many in the crowd.”

This mid day image shows a portion of the vehicles on site at the Cars and Coffee.

The event was a good old fashion car meet with cars, bikes and trucks on the lot. The monthly Stillwater Cars and Coffee event is typically a monthly event that is totally free for all to attend. A classic ’57 Chevy, classic Corvette convertible, decked out Hummer, along with a ACR Viper and hot bikes, grabbed the eyeballs of enthusiasts checking out rides on the huge parking lot by Boomer Lake.

The Studebaker brand has not been in production for decades.

Aftermarket upgrades are everywhere on this shiny Hummer.

“We passed out KICKER goodie bags with a catalog, stickers and a lanyard. There were also raffle drawings from local businesses like car detailing products” Myers added. Myers is KICKER Tech Force Senior Trainer.