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MECA Car Audio to Present Separate SQL and SPL World Finals Events

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GOODLETTSVILLE, TN (09.21.2020) – The Mobile Electronics Competition Association, Inc. will be presenting separate League World Finals for 2020. Commish Steve Stern offered “With the volitile and confusing COVID-19 issues and repercussions, it has been extremely difficult to secure venues for events. MECA is concentrating on fulfilling the club’s mission for quality sound-off events, with a renewed emphasis on safety and crowd health and well-being, as we deal with the realities of the pandemic, and government requirements and guidelines.”

TRU Technolgy will be the Sound Quality League (SQL) Title Sponsor for the event outside Nashville, TN at the Cheatham County Fairgrounds, in Ashland City, on the weekend of October 17th and 18th. 60+ vehicles are expected for 7 Sound Quality classes, 4 Install classes, RTA Freq Out, and 2 SQ2 2-seat Sound Quality classes. MECA will also offer it’s Show & Shine car/truck/motorcyle show on Saturday the 17th.

Incriminator Audio, Sundown Audio, and XS Power have pledged support as co-sponsors for the Sound Pressure League (SPL) World Finals to be held at SoundCheck Customs store location in Lafayette, IN on the weekend of October 24/25th. RP Patel, owner at SoundCheck Customs, voluteered to host and help sponsor the event.

“It is great to have a Retail Member with the ability and participation demonstrated by RP and his crew! There will be 18 Sound Pressure classes, 5 Park & Pound classes, and the MECA Kids classes vying for Championship rings, sponsored by SoundCheck. The traditional Qualifying on Saturday, and Top 3 on Sunday for the Ring and 6′ trophy as World Champ, contest proceedings will take place. This event will include the Finals contests for Dueling Demos, Ride The Light, and our Show & Shine competitors” Stern added.

A BBQ is being planned for Saturday for the Members, Competitors and their families and friends, and fans.

Concluding, Stern stated “With a month to go, all pieces of the MECA puzzle are coming together: many State and Regional Finals in September, determining the State Champs in all classes, and then the Big Shows in October to cap of a memorable season.”

The annual Club Awards will be presented at the events, with voting by the Members closing on October 1st.

Info on the events, including sponsorship opportunites, can be obtained at www.mecacaraudio.com and by contacting the Commissioner at mecacaraudio@comcast.net or 615-851-7428.

Event details, including Results, are located at www.mecaevents.com.

American Radio Orlando Wins SiriusXM Prize on 12volt Spin-To-Win Spin 94

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SHREVEPORT LA (09.19.20)  WTF…Win This Friday. American Radio Orlando won A SiriusXM Prize on Friday, September 18th.

The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Ten months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

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On Friday morning, September 18th, the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the 94th time and the Wheel landed on the SiriusXM space. The American Radio Orlando slip was drawn from the jar. We placed a call to the Orlando area retailer and Jeremy Bemberg was excited to hear the news. A SiriusXM SXV300 Tuner would be headed that way.
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 Inkling Designs. 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, 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 and River Oaks Car Stereo in Houston TX. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, September 25th.

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With 18 chances to WIN, the 12Volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is ready to bring a smile to a lucky weekly winner’s face with one of the cool prizes on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

GoFast Solutions Announces the 2020 Virtual Winter Summit Sep. 22 – 25, 2020

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MIDDLETOWN, CT (09.18.2020) – GoFast Solutions has announced the official dates for the GoFast Solutions Virtual Winter Summit being held via online training webinars from Sep. 22-25, 2020. Featuring Keynote Speaker Chris Cook from the Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) and webinars from Remote Start Brands: Compustar, Artic Start, NuStart, Fortin, Audiovox, Crimestopper and Omega. Remote Start related products from Metra and iDatalink.

New this year are Lighting Brands Race Sport, Putco, Heise, XK Glow, Battery Manufacturer XS Power and Safety and Heated Seat supplier Rostra. This year’s Winter Summit is sure to get Dealers prepared, informed and excited for the Winter Selling Season. Dave Prinz, CEO of GoFast stated” It is for everyone’s safety that this year’s summit is a digital event. That being said, last year’s event was named Starter Summit, but with the growth we have seen across the entire 12 Volt category, that has inspired us to expand the summit to cover all aspects of the 12v seasonal winter needs.

Remote Starters is just the beginning, but as you can see from our confirmed presenters, the training sessions are going above and beyond this year.”

There is still time register for this year’s event:
Visit https://tinyurl.com/y5p3q3hy to register now

Synergy Marketing Agency and Sound Evolution Worked Through COVID-19 Downtime

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HOUSTON, TX (09.17.2020) – Synergy Marketing Agency, working with Sound Evolution, utilized COVID-19 downtime to create a stunning new demo vehicle for the Houston based rep firm. David Toliver, Synergy Marketing Agency Principal, is a 12volt industry veteran of nearly 20 years. The firm’s line card includes over a dozen top brands and serves Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Louisiana. Some brands extend into the state of Mississippi also. During the COVID-19 downtown a new website was also created.

David Toliver pictured with the Synergy Marketing Agency Avalanche in front of the Sound Evolution location in Houston.

“We feel we have best in class brands and the new Avalanche demo vehicle will showcase those brands when I begin to travel the territory again. I look forward to pulling up in front of dealers across the territory. I am sure all be excited to see and hear this creation by Sound Evolution that showcases our firm’s brands.”

Sound Evolution Team (from left to right) Jake Jesty, Patrick Garcia, Jesh Jesty, James Mitchell, Rick Paul, and Edwin Salazar.

The following words are those of David Toliver:

“I think everyone would agree that COVID-19 has presented its fair share of challenges, but it has also created a lot of opportunities as well.  As a manufacturer’s representative, I wanted to take advantage of the time spent working from home and partner up with a local dealer to build a demo vehicle showcasing the latest and greatest from Synergy Marketing Agency.”

No expense was spared to showcase brands and products in the stunning Avalanche installation.

“Sound Evolution in Houston, TX has built a solid reputation for their over the top builds and attention to detail for numerous manufacturers and high profile vehicles in the 12 Volt Industry.  Owners Jesh & Jake Jesty will go above and beyond to exceed your expectations and never cut corners.  Last year, when veteran installer and friend, Rick Paul, came to work for Sound Evolutions I knew I wanted him to build my next demo vehicle.  It was an easy decision since Rick and the entire Sound Evolutions Team share the same passion and love for Morel Hi-Fi as he runs the top of the line Morel Supremo’s (Retail $5000) in his personal vehicle.”

Check out the new website www.synergyagency.net

“I approached this project with three simple goals and they knocked it out of the park! The first goal was to keep the retail price of all of the audio equipment installed in the vehicle between $5000 – $6000.  My second goal was to spare no expense on showcasing the equipment.  Lastly, I wanted to show how much output you could get from 2 – 10” Audiomobile Subs and 2 – 10” Audiomobile M-CAR Passive Radiators in a small sealed box (1.5CU) with only 1100 Watts!”

“I want to extend a HUGE thank you to all of the vendors that participated in this build: Morel Hi-Fi, ARC Audio, Audiomobile, Rydeen Electronics, Reikken/Energie Batteries, Silencer Security, and Lucas Lighting.”

Best in class brands are featured in the Synergy Marketing Agency line card.

Polk Audio www.polkaudio.com (Automotive & Marine Audio)
Morel America www.morelhifi.com (Audiophile Speakers & Amplifiers)
Audiomobile www.audiomobile.net (Audiophile Special Application Subwoofers)
ARC Audio www.arcaudio.com (Audiophile DSP Amplifiers & Powersport Solutions)
Eton www.eton-gmbh.com (Premier German Hi-fi Speakers, Amps, and VSS)
Froghead Industries www.frogheadindustries.com (UTV Stereo Roofs)
Magnadyne www.magnadyne.com (RV, Marine, & OEM Products)
Silencer www.silencer.com (Aftermarket Security Systems)
Reikken/Energie www.reikken.com (12 Volt Performance Batteries)
Rhino Bass Box www.rhinobassbox.com (Vehicle Specific Sub Enclosures)
Rydeen www.rydeenmobile.com (Vehicle Safety Solutions)
Lucas Lighting www.lucas-lighting.com (Premium LED Headlight Solutions)
SOL-X Film (Carbon & Dyed Window Film and Paint Protection Solutions)

Visit www.synergyagency.net for more.

The 1st Annual Rewind Car Show Set at Al & Ed’s Escondido

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ESCONDIDO, CA (09.16.2020) – With an eye to creating excitement in the marketplace Al&Ed’s Autosound in Escondido is set to present the 1st Annual ‘Rewind Car Show.’

Chris Denardo related “We are all looking positives in this crazy time. Car Shows have a way of bringing people together for a fun time. With that in mind we thought ‘The Rewind Car Show’ would be a great event. So far there has been a tremendous amount of interest and excitement about the event.”

Al & Ed’s Autosound Escondido, CA

‘The Rewind Car Show’ will be held at the Al&Ed’s location in Escondido. There is a large parking area that is well suited for the Sunday event, September 27th.

“We are expecting well over 100 vehicles at the event. There will be a $20. registration fee with trophies and cash prize for the best in class. There is a class for best vehicle entertainment but this event is not a sound-off. In addition there will be raffles to add even more excitement at the event” Denardo added.

SoundSkins, Cerwin Vega, Chemical Guys and Al&Ed’s have committed to offering raffle prizes with more in the works.

“The weather down in this area is fine. We will be following COVID-19 guidelines with masks and social distancing. Local authorities have given us the thumbs. We think all is in place to make the 1st Annual ‘Rewind Car Show’ a great event that we can continue in future years” Denardo concluded.

Roll-in for the event is 9-11 with the show 11-5. This is a family, kid friendly event. Al&Ed’s Autosound 1144 W Valley PKWY, Escondido CA 92025.

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KICKER Congratulates Top 50 Retailers and Installers

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STILLWATER, OK (09.15.2020) – KICKER congratulates its 24 authorized installers, retailers and sales professionals who have earned a place in this year’s prestigious “Top 50,” as determined by the Mobile Electronics Association (MEA).

“KICKER is blessed to work alongside an outstanding group of retailers and their workforce,” said Tom Heath, KICKER Vice President of Domestic Sales and Marketing. “It’s a dedicated group that we feel has progressed the KICKER brand beyond our capabilities, and we’re pleased to see they are properly recognized for their efforts.”

According to the MEA press release, the announcement comes after industry nominees submitted videos describing their business or professions. Judges appointed by the association reviewed the videos and selected the winners, comprising the “Top 50 Installers,” “Top 50 Retailers,” and “Top 20 Sales Professionals.” The complete list of winners is posted at the official Industry Awards website, meindustryawards.com.

Winners at this stage also qualify as semifinalists for the top honors of Retailer-of-the-Year, Installer-of-the-Year and Sales Pro-of-the-Year. Top 50 Installers award recipients can also opt to run for 2020 Trusted Tech, an award given to professional installers who excel more from an electronics standpoint than a design standpoint.

The next phase of the competition features voting by industry professionals and consumers to narrow the semifinalists list down to finalists.  These categories are joined by other categories of which industry professionals vote to select top suppliers, reps and rep firms, distributors and expeditors, as well as retail locations that excel in specific business practices. Voting began Thursday, August 27, and will run for three weeks.

Top 50 KICKER Retailers:

California Audio – West Valley City, UT

Mobile Toys – College Station, TX

Stereo & Video Center – Tyler, TX

Absolute Electronix – Rockville, MD

Sonic Sound – Arlington, VA

Car-Tunes – Greenville, MS

DES of Wilmington – Wilmington, NC

Greg’s Custom Audio & Video – Pikeville, KY

Showtime Audio – Chicago, IL

Tunes-N-Tint – Lakeland, FL

Top 20 KICKER Sales Professionals:

Jim Skaggs – Mobile Toys Inc. – College Station, TX

Jade Lindow – Anchorage Remote Start and Sound – Anchorage, AK

Top 50 KICKER Installers:

James Halter – Stereo & Video Center – Tyler, TX

Aaron Iwane – Car Toys Denver – Denver, CO

Justin Kush – Mobile Toys Inc. – College Station, TX

Matt Vowell – Mobile Toys Inc. – College Station, TX

Jesse Mitchell – Safe & Sound Car Audio and Security Inc. – Manassas, VA

Dean Beyett – Five Star Car Stereo – Clearwater, FL

Alejandro Caballero – Showtime Audio – Chicago, IL

Fernando Lopez – Five Star Car Stereo – Clearwater, FL

Alex Mendez – Showtime Audio – Chicago, IL

Mario Paredes – M & M Pro-Audio – River Grove, IL

Austin Thorne – Tunes-N-Tint – Lakeland, FL

Dalton Trainer – Car-Tunes, Inc. – Greenville, MS

Visit kicker.com for more.

Jeepers Back the Blue at the Dover International Speedway

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DOVER, DE (09.14.2020) – The Dover International Speedway was the site of the 4th Annual Jeepers Back The Blue event. Area retailer Audioworks of Delaware, with KICKER and Opus Marketing, was on site supporting the event and connecting with Jeep enthusiasts from across the region. Over 600 Jeeps were on site for the event on Saturday, September 12th.

The Jeepers Back The Blue Foundation event was organized by Jeff Lehnert to honor and raise money for the Families of fallen or injured Police Officers. Lehnert is a State Probation Officer with 23 years of service.

A  ceremony honoring fallen law enforcement members and families was held at 2PM Saturday.

“Jeep owners overwhelmingly support the efforts of law enforcement. Jeepers come together as a community at events across the U.S. The Dover International Speedway is well known in the area and offered a unique venue and experience for Jeepers to show support law enforcement, connect with members of their community and take a few laps around a NASCAR track in their rides. With over 600 Jeeps on site the event was certainly very successful. Over 400 Jeepers took 3 laps on the NASCAR Miracle Mile Track” Lehnert stated.

Audioworks of Delaware, with KICKER and Opus Marketing, offered great Livin’Loud deals to Jeepers.

Continuing “We had representatives from 10 Police agencies, a special Honor Guard Ceremony mid-afternoon, K-9 demos, food trucks and vendors. Audioworks of Delaware, with KICKER and Opus Marketing, was among a large number of vendors on site” Lehnert related.

Over 600 Jeeps were on site at the Dover International Speedway for the Jeepers Back The Blue event.

Jamie White and the Opus Marketing Team worked the event under the Audioworks of Delaware and KICKER tents. Darren Thomas, Audioworks of Delaware owner, along with Bruno Berg, Chuck Ottati, Todd Ess and White set up the tents Friday night. Bright and early Saturday morning the tables were stocked with KICKER products that led to a very successful day. At the end of the day all worked as the products were packed, the tents came down and all was loaded to wrap the event.

Over 400 Jeepers took their rides for a few laps on the ‘Miracle Mile’ at Dover.

“Sales were good for the day. In addition, Darren put the store’s brand in front of a large number of Jeepers that will lead to future business. Audioworks, in Newark DE, is less that an hour from Dover. KICKER makes a wide selection of products that really connect with Jeepers so it was a great match. Audioworks of Delaware also showcased the KICKER brand at the OC Jeep Week in Ocean City MD the previous week. Area Jeepers will definitely look to Darren’s store to get their Jeeps Livin’Loud with Kicker. Being able to jump in Bill Weidemoyer’s Gecko Jeep for a few laps around the Miracle Mile NASCAR track capped a great event. We look forward to next year” White offered.

Opus Marketing’s Jamie White snapped a selfie during set up Friday night. Chuck Ottati,  Bruno Berg and Todd Ess with Audioworks of Delaware owner Darren Thomas. (L to R). ‘Miles’, Miracle Mile Mascot, towers in the background.

Great to see 12volt industry retailers, vendors and rep firms working together to create consumer awareness and support very worthy causes.

On Instagram #12voltstp to see more posts from Jeepers Back The Blue.

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River Oaks Car Stereo Wins 12volt News Prize on 12volt Spin-To-Win Spin 93

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SHREVEPORT LA (09.12.20)  WTF…Win This Friday. River Oaks Car Stereo won the 12volt News $100. Prize on Friday, September 11th.

The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Nine months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

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On Friday morning, September 11th, the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the 93rd time and the Wheel landed on the 12volt News space. The River Oaks Car Stereo slip was drawn from the jar. We placed a call to the Houston TX retailer. We left a message and trust Eddie will be excited to hear the news.
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 Inkling Designs. 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, 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 and Audio X Custom Car Audio in Florence AL. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, September 18th.

Schedule Update: CES 2021 Moves Dates to January 11-14

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ARLINGTON, VA (09.11.2020) – The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has announced the following updates for the all-digital CES 2021:

WHAT: CES 2021 is shifting its dates for the all-digital show.

WHEN: CES® 2021 will take place Monday, January 11 through Thursday, January 14, 2021.

View this video via the CES 2021 homepage: www.ces.tech

January 11: Exclusive media-only access
January 12: Exhibitor showcase and conference programming
January 13: Exhibitor showcase and conference programming
January 14: Conference programming

DETAILS: Owned and produced by CTA, CES 2021 will be an all-digital experience connecting exhibitors, customers, thought leaders and media from around the world. CES 2021 will allow participants to hear from technology innovators, see cutting-edge technologies and the latest product launches, and engage with global brands and startups from around the world.

For over 50 years, CES has been the global stage for innovation, and CES 2021 will provide an engaging platform for companies large and small to launch products, build brands and form partnerships.

Visit CES.tech for all CES 2021 updates and the media page for all press resources.

DS18 “We Like It Loud” at the Daytona Truck Meet 2020

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DAYTONA BEACH, FL (09.09.2020) – The famed Daytona International Speedway was home to the Daytona Truck Meet 2020 the weekend of September 4th-6th. The infield was packed with vendor tents and spectators along with a reported 5,000 trucks from across the U.S. Live entertainment and a burn-out pit were additional attractions to the tricked-out trucks for all to see.

The large DS18 booth featured 18 demo vehicles on the Daytona International Speedway infield.

DS18 showcased the company’s latest products and highlighted new truck products in a very large,160’x40′ booth. There were 12 DS18 tents set up in the booth to showcase 18 demo vehicles on site. Vehicles featuring DS18 products were on site from Texas, South Carolina and Illinois plus the surrounding area. Rob Ferro (Mr DS18), Hery Santiago and Luis Delgado travelled from DS18 HQ in Miami Gardens FL to work the event along with Efron Rivera. DS18 dealer Design X Restyling, located in Winter Gardens FL, handled onsite sales in the booth. Rob, Hery, Luis and Efron spent their time talking with members of the crowd about DS18 products and showing all “We Like It Loud.’

Members of the 18 Teams in the DS18 booth gathered for a photo op.

Ferro related “This was the first truck event for DS18 to have a booth and major presence. It was amazing to see the quality of the trucks with so much high dollar aftermarket gear and graphics. Then, in talking to owners of trucks valued at way over 100 grand, to learn they were listening to a stock sound system in their ride. The new DS18 RunAcross Bar was shown for the first time at a show. The RAM pickup, from Wilson Autosports in Fort Walton Beach, showcased the RunAcross Bar with DS18 10” speaker pods and it drew a crowd.”

The Fury Tire models with the DS18 Big Bad Wolf.

“This was our 3rd year to be at the Daytona Truck Meet. It was the best yet as business is terrific. It was great to be working with DS18 at the Daytona Truck Meet” Julio from Design X Restyling stated.

The Wilson Audiosports RAM Pickup featured the new DS18 RunAcross Bar and 10” pod speakers.
Design X Restyling creations featured DS18 gear.

Continuing, Ferro related “While at the event I had a chance to see other booths and it was so cool to see DS18 products included in show vehicles of other exhibitors. In the evenings I always went out with a DS18 shirt on all 4 nights and people would notice and ask me to come out and check out the DS18 products in their rides. DS18 is definitely connecting with enthusiasts.”

The DS18 Booth in the infield was 160’x40’!

During the event masks were required, plus social distancing was enforced, with random temperature checks also administered.

On Sunday evening the two DS18 trailers were southbound on I-95 and headed back to Miami Gardens, FL.

At 3 on Sunday afternoon teardown began and it was time to take down all the tents, pack the supplies and load the vehicles into the 2 trailers for the trip southbound on I-95 to Miami Gardens.

Visit ds18.com for more.