All Roads in the Northeast Lead to the GoFast Solutions Mobile Expo

Posted on March 9, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Go Fast Solutions.

SPRINGFIELD, MA (03.10.2020) – The GoFast Solutions Mobile Expo 2020 is set for Wednesday, March 11th at the MassMutual Center in Springfield MA. Over 3 dozen top 12volt and aftermarket automotive brands will show their latest products. In addition there will be six time slots through the day for product and training sessions. Each product time slot will feature 4 separate vendor sessions in meeting rooms adjacent to the Expo exhibit hall.

Jim Ciccio, GoFast Solutions Merchandising Manager, related to 12volt News “We have a solid plan in place with a goal to make this the best Mobile Expo ever presented in the Northeast. We have tremendous vendor support and feel the MassMutual Center in Springfield is a spectacular venue for our dealers and vendor partners. Spring is right around the corner and time for car audio, cycle, marine and power sports seasons. GoFast Solutions has been strong in the power sports category and we plan to highlight the category at the Expo.”

Brands exhibiting at the Go Fast Solutions Expo include Kenwood, Metra, Kicker, Escort, Firstech, ADS, Alpine, HushMat, Oracle, Sony, SounDigital, Memphis Audio, Triton, VAIS Technology, BrandMotion, DS18, Diamond Audio, SolarGard, Dual, PUTCO, SiriusXM, VOXX, Omega, Crimestopper, Rydeen, Audio Control and Race Sport Lighting, Kleinn Air Horns, Waylens, Rockford Fosgate and Fortin.

See the website expo.gofst.com for the day’s schedule plus training and presenter information.

Paul Trueman, SiriusXM, relayed to the 12volt News “I will be set up at the GoFast event to speak with dealers about great programming and promos. Right now the greatest SiriusXM live concerts from the last decade are being featured. The first was Paul McCartney Live at the Apollo on Monday, March 9th.

Matt Herald, Trent Partners area representative, stated to 12volt News “We have 8 brands exhibiting at the event… ADS, Audio Control, Kenwood, Kicker, Kleinn Air Horns, Race Sport Lighting, Rydeen Mobile and Diamond. Seven of these vendors will have staff on site from the company to take dealers through their product lines. Kleinn Air Hours just released 2 new Jeep Specific Air Horn products that we will cover.

Rob Ferro, Mr DS18, is flying in from the DS18 HQ in Florida. DS18 is a new line that recently arrived in the GoFast Solutions warehouse. Ferro stated “I will show everyone that at DS18 “We Like It Loud!”

Audio Control’s Chris Bennett is flying in from Seattle WA. Kicker’s Eastern Regional Matt Matheson and National Trainer John Meyers are traveling from Stillwater Ok for the event.

Rydeen Mobile’s Phil Maeda will be in the house. Outside the Rydeen Mobile van will showcase the company’s latest safety and convenience devices.

See the website expo.gofst.com for the day’s schedule plus training and presenter information.

The GoFast Solutions Mobile Expo 2020 is set to be a terrific event… Watch for much more from the 12volt Central Studios.

Aunex Enters the Global Market

Posted on March 8, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Aunex.

CHINO, CA (03.09.2020) – In May of 2019 Industry Veteran Steven Bach created and launched a new audio electronics brand called Aunex, Inc. Now, 9 months later Aunex is ready to support itsdealers and distributors worldwide. “After 25 years of working in the audio industry, it was time that I took this leap of faith and branched out on my own. I entered the 12volt audio industry in the mid 90’s starting at a company called Marathon in South Gate, California which later became Massive Audio,” stated Steven. From Massive, Steven joined PowerBass in their early start up stage at year one of the company. From PowerBass, Steven found his way to Crossfire Car Audio and eventually returned back to PowerBass where he held the company’s Vice President position for more than 10 years.

“At PowerBass, I took great pride leading both the Sales & Marketing Team along with overseeing the company’s Product Development Team. During that time, I learned a great deal about what it took to manage a diverse group of seasoned Sales professionals and an equally talented Acoustic and Electronics Engineering staff,” said Steven.

Steven Bach – Aunex President pictured visiting the company’s suppliers in 2019 to ensure production schedule is met and product quality is rigorously tested.

Now that times have become increasingly challenging for retailers, distributors and manufacturer reps with diverse competition from online marketplaces, to the way brands continually fight the race to zero mentality, Steven decided it was time to put his years of networking to the test and form his own company. Aunex will be positioned as a limited distribution line while setting its priority on dealer direct model. “When I started to take a deep dive with various retailers, one of the main concerns most dealers mentioned was price protection. Our industry business model continues to evolve with the growing trend of consumers making their purchases online.

“I can understand our dealer’s frustrations if they lose a sale from the internet. There are a large number of consumers who believe they will get the best deals online, so when they visit their local retailers, they ask product questions, get a feel for the products they are interested in and then proceed to make their purchases online. As such many retailers have adopted new ways to combat the seemingly unbeatable internet prices. Despite that, pricing challenges are still often hard fought. With Aunex, one of the ways we will be supporting our retailers is not allowing any online sales; protecting the margins of our dealers is one of our main priorities,” said Steven.

Gilbert Munoz – Aunex Warehouse & Shipping Manager fulfilling the first batch of orders.

However, to not have distribution in the US can limit product availability for dealers that are on the Southeast and East coast, therefore Aunex will limit its’ distributors to a few key partners that can help facilitate those dealers that need product in timely manner.

“I am very proud of what the talented staff of Aunex has accomplished within the past 9 months. Everything from product planning, product development & rigorously testing to packaging, manuals, website development are all done in-house and to see our first shipments leave last week is one of my greatest achievements,” stated Steven Bach.

Aunex’s first product category which consist of Amplifiers, Equalizers, DSP and Accessories are now ready to ship. “Our team presently is tasked with expanding our line to include Speakers, Midranges, Subwoofers and Enclosures to complement what we have already engineered. We will start to introduce these new categories in stages starting in 2021,” said Steven.

If you are looking for a company that will offer cutting edge products, backed by a team of professionals whose job it is to engage and support its’ customers, then it is time to Declare Your Independence and contact the Aunex staff to become an Authorized Aunex Dealer.

“Look out for more press releases from Aunex, Inc. as we start our mission to Making The World Sound Better, One System At A Time.”

Visit www.aunexusa.com for more.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Is Rolling In 2020…Earmark Car Audio and Marine Wins

Posted on March 7, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

SHREVEPORT LA (03.07.20) WTF…Win This Friday. The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Just over 4 months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

The latest 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel winner is Earmark Car Audio and Marine in Lewisville TX. The Wheel landed on the JBL space and JBL TUNE120 Ear Buds will be headed to Joe Parker at his store in Lewisville. We know Joe will enjoy the JBL Tune120’s around the store and on the lake.

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, Cadence, PowerBass, Sony, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, Precision Power, JBL, Power Acoustik, Farenheit, Wilson Electronics and Image Dynamics. SpellBrite, a manufacturer of in-store signage, also has a space. 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 and Audio Security in Houston TX. Congratulations to all.

JR Garcia pictured with the Cadence speakers in his Fresno CA store…Extreme Performing Audio. Garcia was the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel winner…spin number 63.

WTF….Where’s The Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel Friday, March 13th.
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!

Race Sport Lighting Dealer of the Year Award to Tint World Jacksonville NC

Posted on March 5, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Race Sport Lighting, Tint World.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (03.06.2020) – Tint World Store 079 received the Race Sport Lighting Tint World Store of the Year Award at the recent Tint World Franchise Convention in Fort Lauderdale. Race Sport Lighting CEO Steve Jergensen presented the award to David Pelletier in the Race Sport Lighting booth on the show floor. Team members Cameron Pelletier and Tyler Oingler, from the award winning Jacksonville store, were also present along with Neil Halprin-NH Sales and Marketing, Race Sport Lighting Account Manager.

Tint World Store 079 received the Race Sport Lighting Tint World Store of the Year Award. Race Sport Lighting CEO Steve Jergensen (R) with David and Cameron Pelletier ( 2nd & 3rd R) holding the Award. Tyler Oingler (L) from Store 079 is pictured with Neil Halprin-NH Sales and Paul Pirro from Tint World HQ (3rd L).

Halprin stated “The Jacksonville Tint World Store 79 really embraced the lighting category. It was a real pleasure to present their team with the Race Sport Lighting Tint World Store of the Year Award.”

Mike Perkins (R) and Mike Butler pictured by the Race Sport display with the Tint World Award in the Store 079 showroom. Mike and Mike make the lighting magic happen.

David Pellletier related to 12volt News “This was our first Tint World Conference and it was a terrific experience as we spent time with other franchise store personnel, attended presentations and spent time seeing vendors on the show floor. We see Race Sport as the lighting category leader and feature the category in our showroom. Race Sport Lighting displays, and banners, grab the attention of customers in the store. The lighting category offers so much potential for growth. LED headlights, underbody and interior lighting are all seeing strong sales at our store.”

Tyler Gentry (L) and Ruel Hinds pictured with the Tint World Social Media Achievement Award they helped Store 079 earn at the Tint World Conference.

To drive the lighting category the Jacksonville NC store hosts a ‘Get Lit Cruise’ event in the evening of the 2nd Saturday of each month. Customers meet at the store and, as a group, cruise to popular spots in the area. The store also actively engages with area car clubs and at events.

David Pelletier pictured at the sales counter in Tint World Store 079 in Jacksonville, NC.

Tint World Store 079 is proactive in their approach to marketing. A strong social media initiative earned the store a second Tint World Award during the Fort Lauderdale Convention… an Award for Social Media Achievement. Store events, like the ‘Get Lit Cruise,’ definitely drive consumer awareness and sales.

Great to see Store 079 ‘Get Their Shine On!’

Visit racesportinc.com and tintworld.com for more.

The Kicker Arenacross SLC, with California Audio, Was Livin’ Loud

Posted on March 4, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Kicker.

SALT LAKE CITY, UT (03.5.2020) – The recent Kicker Arenacross, held in the Maverick Center in SLC, put California Audio and Kicker brands in front of thousands of enthusiasts on Friday and Saturday evenings February 28th and 29th. With California Audio’s RAM pickup and Polaris RZR, both loaded with Kicker gear, outside and the double Kicker tent booth in the lobby attendees experienced Kicker’s wide selection of products. Kicker mobile, marine, powersports and lifestyle products were Livin’ Loud. California Audio owner Alan Withers and Scott Doran, Installation Manager, worked the booth and vehicles outside.

Kyle Peters, 2020 AMA Arenacross Pro National Champion, flying high at the Kicker Arenacross in the Maverick Center in SLC.

California Audio’s Alan Withers commented “Being part of the Kicker Arenacross in SLC was terrific. Our store is maybe 6 minutes from the venue. Saturday night the 10,000 seat Maverick Center was packed. The brand awareness for our store and Kicker was amazing. Seeing kids sitting the RZR and smiling from ear to ear was great. Those are our future customers.”

The California Audio RAM positioned in front of the Maverick Center during Friday set up.

California Audio utilizes the RAM pickup, Polaris RZR and a ski rig for their customers to experience top quality sound and installation at the store.

The Call Audio RZR lit up the night in front of the Maverick Center.

Kicker Regional Brad Ganz and Lorin Morrell from Kicker Performance Audio were both one site. Ganz related “Hundreds and hundreds of people checked out the Kicker products under the tent. Alan has quite a local following as friends and customers said Hi as he was working with a customer in the booth.”

Alan Withers (L) and Lorin Morrell are both speaking with attendees under the Kicker tent in the Maverick Center lobby.

Morrell stated “The RAM and RZR demos that California Audio had at the event really drew a lot of attention. People attending Kicker Arenacross events are true enthusiasts and like their music.”

“This was our first time to participate with Kicker at an Arenacross event. We got so much exposure at the event and people came into the store on Saturday following Friday night to make purchases. Such a super event and we thank Kicker,” Withers concluded.

Visit kicker.com and arenacrossusa.com for more.

Mobile Solutions and West Coast Customs Take a Ride

Posted on March 3, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Mobile Solutions, West Coast Customs.

TEMPE, AZ (03.04.2020) – Mobile Solutions has expanded its long-running partnership with West Coast Customs (WCC) by providing fabrication tools for the new West Coast Racers roller coaster ride at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, CA. Mobile Solutions and WCC have been partners for many years as WCC uses MS tools and Smart Templates™ for numerous high-visibility vehicle customization projects, many of which have appeared on television.

· Top shows the front entrance to the roller coaster ride.
· Lower left shows one of the two passenger cars (one blue, one red).
· Lower middle shows Kenny Williams of WCC (left) and Bryan Schmitt (right).
· Lower right shows one of the mocked up shop scenes with MS Smart Templates on the wall.

The WCC-themed roller coaster ride, which opened to the public January 9, 2020, features mocked up vignettes that replicate the various shop areas at the real West Coast Customs facility in Burbank, CA. The idea is to give riders the feeling that they’re touring the WCC shop seeing the tools and experiencing what happens as vehicles are built. Riders travel through the metal shop, paint booth and fabrication areas. Bryan Schmitt of Mobile Solutions commented “This is a proud moment for our company seeing our tools on the wall and staged just like the WCC shop for millions to see every year.” It’s estimated 12 million people will ride West Coast Racers every year.

Schmitt and his team recently met with West Coast Customs Founder and CEO Ryan Friedlinghaus at the WCC company headquarters to hear Ryan’s vision on the roller coaster and how it’s taken over eight years to turn the idea into reality. Schmitt and his team were then escorted by Kenny Williams, WCC’s Operations Manager, along with a other WCC team members to the Six Flags Magic Mountain amusement park where they all enjoyed a VIP tour of the ride and, of course, experienced the roller coaster firsthand. During the three-minute ride, each of the two cars running takes a pause and pulls into a replica of the West Coast Customs shop to listen to a narration given by Ryan [Friedlinghaus] before moving back on to the tracks.

Bryan Schmitt and his team thank Ryan Friedlinghaus and Kenny Williams for the inclusion of Mobile Solutions in the West Coast Racers project. “Kenny has really been our ambassador to being closely involved with both the WCC shop and the roller coaster ride. We enjoy working with West Coast Customs and look forward to continuing the relationship and having even more of our products involved in the ride” remarks Schmitt.

For more information on the West Coast Racers ride at Six Flags Magic
https://www.sixflags.com/magicmountain/attractions/west-coast-racers

PCH Custom Audio Gets Their Shine On

Posted on March 2, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged PCH Custom Audio.

WILMINGTON, CA (03.03.2020) – When PCH Custom Audio followers and consumers see the company’s social media posts they are immediately engaged. A wide variety of vehicles, positioned in front of the store, are showcased in frequent posts. Customized classics, SideXSides, Pickups, Motorcycles, Jeeps and cars, along with systems installations and Lambo doors have been featured in just the last 2 weeks. Each post grabs attention.

This shot shows a sampling of PCH Custom Audio posts..a SXS, Jeep, Lambo doors plus lifted pickup with wheels and tires.

Sam Benitez related to 12voltnews.com “We are very pleased with the work we do for our customers. The PowerSports category is very strong right now. These customers, in many cases, are looking for full systems and lighting which leads to bigger tickets.”

PCH is located in LA County a mere 3 miles from the ocean which means marine is also a strong category for the company.

Customized Classics are special at PCH also. Check out the custom floor mats that protect carpet and shows the Company’s attention to taking care of their customers.

Benitez continued “We have many repeat customers A customer with a new pickup will bring it to us for wheels, tires and a lift kit. Often we will see that happy customer return to have us deck out his new UTV.”

The PCH Custom Audio facility has an installation bay that will handle 7 cars and a 2,500 sq ft showroom. A staff of 12 dedicated employees keeps all at Pacific Coast Highway Custom Audio very busy.

A big 12volt News hat’s off to PCH Custom Audio.

Visit https://www.pchcustomaudio.net and @pchcustomaudio_lb for more.

Tint World Toasts Top 2019 Franchises and Charts Future Success at International Franchise Convention

Posted on March 1, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Tint World.

BOCA RATON, FL (03.02.2020) – Leading automotive customization and window tinting franchise Tint World Automotive Styling Centers honored its top franchise owners at the company’s 12th annual International Franchise Convention in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, earlier this month.

The 2020 Tint World International Franchise Convention featured a vendor trade show, seminars and training, and an awards banquet to recognize top-performing franchises.

Charles Bonfiglio, front row in the white shirt, pictured with a large group of Tint World Franchise Award Winners.

“The annual convention is one of the highlights of the year for the Tint World family,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “We take some time to celebrate our success, but our franchise owners and the corporate team both are always focused on the future. The franchisees show up focused for the training and education we provide here at the convention, and it’s a chance for us to learn from them, too. The connections that we make at this event are a big inspiration to reach even further in 2020.”

Tint World presented the following awards at the 2020 Tint World International Franchise Convention:

Franchisee of the Year Award: Jeff and Penny Rackley (The Colony, Texas)
Best Performing Franchise Award: Pedro Flores (Midland, Texas)
Most Improved Franchise Award: Paul Sawhney (Baltimore)
Rookie of the Year Award: David “Kit” Pelletier (Jacksonville, North Carolina)
Local Marketing Impact Award: Pete and Barbra Muller (Longwood, Florida)
Top Gun Franchise Award: Tim and Stacy Kjaer (Medford/Long Island, New York)
Franchise Mentor of the Year Award: Austin Gurba (Lenexa, Kansas)
Franchise Ambassador of the Year Award (Canada): Trevor and Sue Dwyer (Ontario)
Franchise Ambassador of the Year Award (U.S.): Daniel Apicella (Greensboro, North Carolina)
Social Media Achievement Award: Randy and Austin Silver (Cary, North Carolina); Pete and Barbara Muller (Longwood, Florida); David “Kit” Pelletier (Jacksonville, North Carolina); Santiago and Dominica Rojas (Messapequa, New York); Todd and Michelle Simms (Saint Petersburg, Florida); Tim and Stacey Kjaer (Medford/Long Island); Paul Sawhney (Baltimore); Jeff Moolevliet (Coconut Creek, Florida); Michael Richards and Dylan Thiel (Rowlett, Texas)

Tim and Stacy Kjaer, co-owners of the Medford/Long Island store, along with store manager Kurt Kaufman, were once again honored as members of the $2 Million Club. The $1 Million Club included Jeff and Penny Rackley; Michael Richards and Dylan Thiel (Rowlett, Texas); Acey and Kerri Lightt (Lubbock, Texas); Santiago and Dominica Rojas (Massapequa, New York); and Randy and Austin Silver (Cary, North Carolina).

Visit www.tintworld.com and tintworldfranchise.com for more.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Is Rolling In 2020…Audio Security Wins

Posted on February 29, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

SHREVEPORT LA (02.29.20) WTF…Win This Friday. The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Just over 4 months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

The latest 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel winner is Audio Security in Houston TX. The Wheel landed on the 12volt News space and a $100. check will be headed to Ivan Castillo at his store in Houston. We hope Ivan will have a little fun…maybe a nice dinner out with family.

Spinning out a new winner each Friday, a 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.

David Phillips with CRUX prizes for Spin-To-Win Number 62. David is pictured in The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC. The CRUX interface was the prize and CRUX included a tool kit as a bonus!

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 and Audio Depot in Arlington TX. Congratulations to all.

Bob Hering pictured in the California CRUX HQ with the 12volt Spin-To-Win number 62 prize headed to David Phillips at The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC.

WTF….Where’s The Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel Friday, March 6th.
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!

Alpine Conducts Training Evening at ECD Distributors in Houston

Posted on February 27, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Alpine, ECD Distributors.

HOUSTON, TX (02.28.2020) – Alpine Electronics conducted a training session Wednesday evening February 26th at Electronic Custom Distributors in Houston. Both Alpine Direct and ECD Alpine dealers were among the 25 dealers in the audience.

Dan Greenwood conducting the Alpine session in ECD’s first rate meeting and training room.

Dan Greenwood, Alpine’s Texas Brand Specialist, conducted the training session covering both new and continuing Alpine 2020 products. During the session special emphasis was given to Alpine’s upcoming PXE-X09 16-Channel Digital Signal Processor, as well as the new X409-WRA-JL Jeep Wrangler/Gladiator Head Unit Solution that is now shipping. Greenwood spent a great deal of time explaining the long list of features and benefits Alpine PXE-X09 owners will enjoy.

Andy Allen, Alpine’s Brand Representative for the South Texas market, demonstrated the Alpine Jeep Wrangler JL outfitted with the new X409-WRA-JL head unit and other great Alpine sound upgrade solutions. The Alpine Jeep Wrangler was parked outside and drew raves from dealers as Allen conducted full system demos.

Dan Greenwood (L) and Matt Caldwell from Hi-Pro Audio pictured with an Alpine in-store display. Caldwell is wearing the new Alpine Jacket he won in the raffle during the meeting courtesy of Alpine and ECD.

ECD”s Larry Treibel related “Dan and Andy really conducted a super session. The dealers were very engaged and asking Dan questions during his presentation. When dealers experienced the Alpine Jeep Wrangler JL demos from Andy they were all excited about making car stereo sound good in their stores. The evening lasted until 9:30 and the crew of 5 from Hi-Pro had over a 2 hour drive back to Victoria.”

Joey Simone, owner of Advanced Aftermarket Accessories in the Houston area stated “The training really got me fired up! The new Alpine Jeep solutions are great!”

The Alpine Jeep Wrangler JL, here with Dan Greenwood at the controls, stays on the road in the territory at trainings and store events.

Jay Bradley, owner of Audio Engineers in Pearland TX, was very impressed with the PXE-X09’s capabilities. Bradley commented, “I can’t wait to get my hands on one of those!”

Matt Caldwell, of Hi-Pro Audio in Victoria TX, was the lucky winner of an Alpine Jacket courtesy of Alpine & Electronic Custom Distributors. Caldwell offered to 12voltnew.com “We took almost everyone from the store to the meeting and got back to the shop just a little after 11PM. We learned a lot from Dan’s in depth presentation and really were impressed by Andy’s demos. I really like the Alpine jacket and have it on right now as I am speaking with you, Mike.”