FLOWER MOUND, TX (02.04.25) – Uniden America is pleased to announce the appointment of Mid-State Distributing Co. as its authorized distributor partner for 12 key states in the Midwest and Mountain regions. This strategic partnership will expand Uniden’s footprint across Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Montana, Illinois, and Indiana, ensuring that Uniden’s industry-leading radar and laser detection products are more accessible to 12V retailers and specialty dealers in these territories.

A Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Uniden’s 12V Retailer Network
Mid-State Distributing Co. brings decades of experience in automotive electronics distribution, with a strong reputation for providing top-tier customer service, training, and dealer support. This collaboration will allow Uniden to strengthen its 12V retailer network, ensuring dealers in these states have access to Uniden’s full lineup, including the R4w, R8w, and R9w radar and laser systems.

“We are excited to welcome Mid-State Distributing Co. as a key partner in Uniden’s growing 12V distribution network,” said Ray Woolf, Director of Specialty Radar Sales at Uniden America. “Their deep-rooted relationships with retailers, combined with their expertise in automotive electronics, make them the ideal distributor to bring our high-performance, dealer-protected radar and laser solutions to more specialty retailers across the Midwest.”

Expanding Dealer Support & Training
As part of this partnership, Uniden and Mid-State Distributing Co. will collaborate to provide exclusive dealer training, marketing support, and technical resources to help retailers effectively position and sell Uniden’s high-performance radar detection solutions.

Visit uniden.com and midstatedistributing.com for more.

RENO, NV (02.03.25) – THE AMA KICKER Arenacross 2024-2025 Series Rounds 8 and 9 kicked off in the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center for a 2-Day run on Friday, January 31st and Saturday February 1st.

“It was great to get back to Reno this year. The Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center venue is perfect for ArenaCross. The whole track area can be seen from the stands and again this year the stands were packed. Also, the lobby was very business as attendees arrived and made stops at the KICKER booth with local dealer Nevada Auto Sound spotlighting products in the KICKER booth” Lorin Morrell, Maddog Media, related.

During the AMA KICKER ArenaCross Series during pre-racing enthusiasts had a chance to walk the track mounds and visit the pit area. “This time was a great way to give fans a fun experience and they got to meet and talk with their favorite riders and check out their bikes” Morrell added.

As soon as racers hit the track they got their rhythm as they went up a mound and easily flew over the next mound to land… 50 feet away. Between races the PA announcer Zac Herrin let the crowd know there was a special offer inside one of the KICKER T’s being tossed into the stands had a certificate for a KICKER Bullfrog. The lucky person who caught the KICKER T with the certificate went to booth and pickup a Bullfrog prize from Lorin Morrell.

Thomas Wing from KICKER Reno dealer Nevada Auto Sound was very busy in the booth. He talked with enthusiasts and many had questions about what KICKER products would be best for their rides. The KICKER PowerBar was once again grabbed a lot of interest in the booth. Fans from the area also had questions about KICKER products for their trucks, boats, cars, bikes and side-by-sides.

“At the ArenaCross attendees could enter a raffle in our booth to win $100., $50. or $25. gift certificates. Over 3 dozen attendees put their name and contact info on the back of one of our Nevada Auto Sound business cards for the raffle. Drawings will take place when we open Monday. We will the contact the winners to come into the store to pick out something to apply their certificate for a purchase” Thomas Wing related.

Nevada Auto Sound has served the Northern Nevada area for over 50 years and has taken pride in building not only a helpful and knowledgeable crew, but also a crew that works together as a family.

Visit kicker.com for more.

12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (02.01.25) The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. The weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is now spinning in Year 6.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the 307th time on Friday morning on January 31st. The Wheel landed on the ThinkWare space and the Active Sound slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning spin slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted.

We reached out to the lucky winner in Kernersville NC to let them know the ThinkWare prize will be headed their way. The owner Big Mo answered the phone and he was super excited to hear the news and is lookng forward to getting the ThinkWare Dash Cam prize and checking it out.

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

12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include KICKER, RDV, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, THINKWARE, Race Sport Lighting, EBS Audio, King Boxes, Lids-On-Demand, Massive Audio and VIPER. 12volt News $100. cash awards also have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for the winning 12volt retailer.

Past winners of the 12volt Spin-To-Win include…Stereo & Video Center-Tyler TX, The Outlaw Garage-Franklin TN, Exotic Sounds-West Palm Beach FL, Endless Possibilities-Aurora IL., Go Auto Sound in Union City NJ, Al&Ed’s South Bay CA, No Limitz Car Audio in Upland CA, Neil’s Specialty-Eureka CA, Sturgess Customs-Lexington SC, Audio By Art-San Antonio TX, SMS Car Audio in Marreo LA and Sweet Wheelz in Mississauga Ontario Canada, Cartronics in Biscayne FL, The CarAudio Shop in St Louis MO, Exotic Sounds in West Palm Beach FL, High North Customs in Grand Prairie Alberta Canada and AMS Audio in Bakersfield CA, Team QRT in Abbeyville LA and California Sound in Fontana CA and Jackie Cooper Electronics, Oklahoma City OK, MARS Audio-Orlando FL, All American Audio in Nutley NJ, Proline Car Stereo in Brooklyn NY, Custom Shop Miami, Tunes and Tint in Lakeland FL, Mobile Concepts Inc in Mokena IL, Seismic Auto Sound in Concord CA, Brooklyn Car Audio in Brooklyn NY, Audio Solutions in Florence MS, Enhanced Customs in Largo FL, Rayco Auto Clinic, Audio Design in San Jose CA, Go Bass Mode in Florida, Avenue Sound in Freeport NY, Audio Plus in Riverview FL, Stereo Zone in Whittier CA, In-Phase Car Audio in Omaha NE, AutoLife Group, N&H Electronics, SK Customs, Land & Sea, The Audio One, NC Custom Shop,Tint World Orlando, Ricky Smith’s Audio, VIP Custom Woks, Mobile Audio Concepts, Audio Lad, Sound Sensations, Dave’s Stereo, Stereo Design, Badlands Customs, Custom Audio-Erie PA, Voltz Autosports-Bridgeport CT, Infinity Sound and Security-Kissimmee, Autosport Plus-Canton OH, Stereo City Pros in Carmichael CA, Devine Concepts in Naples FL, The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC, Extreme Performance Audio in Fresno CA, Audio Depot in Arlington TX, Audio Security in Houston TX, Earmark Car Audio and Marine in Lewisville TX, Audio Jam in Bear DE, Stereo City Ontario, Ontario CA, Audio By Art, San Antonio TX, Code Zero Customs in Tulsa OK, Ken’s Car Tunes in Mobile AL, Soundz Plus in Naperville IL, Markland Designs in Lithonia GA, Electronics Plus in Salinas CA, Xtreme Autosports in Santa Clarita CA, Superior Audio Sounds in San Angelo TX, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Texas Dreamz Customs in Spring TX, Wired Electronics in Linden NJ and Intense Car Audio in OKC, OK, Underground Auto in Sarasota FL, Car Toys Tulsa in Tulsa OK,  Real Audio in Erie PA, Go Autosound in Union NJ, DFM Stereo in Ukiah CA, Impact Tint and Audio in Tyler TX, Mobile Sound Systems in Arlington TX, Redline Audio and Performance In Spindale NC, Car Audio Land in San Diego CA, Audio X Custom Car Audio in Florence AL, River Oaks Car Stereo in Houston TX, American Radio Orlando in Sanford FL, Illustrious Customs in Woodbridge VA, Remote Start Pros in Lawrence MA, HiPro Audio in Victoria TX, AudioPlanetNY in Huntington Station NY, Endless Possibilities in Aurora IL, Audio Finesse in Santa Monica, Drive Customs in San Luis Obispo CA, Custom Works, Noblesville IN, AtoZ Detail in West Haven CT, Cars 843 in Charleston SC, CarTunes Atlanta in Atlanta GA, Mobile Concepts in Garwood NJ, Duke’s Car Stereo in Flint MI, Infinity Auto Sound, King Car Audio in Norwalk CT, PopTronics in Baltimore MD, Sanford Sound in Sanford ME,  Angelvip2474 in Draper UT, Dynamic Car Audio in Baltimore MD, Hi-Pro Audio in Victoria TX, Car Stereo Max in Houston, Pro Audio Center in Richland MS, Rhodes Off-Roads in Farmington MO, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Class A Sounds in Athens OH. Just Audio Video in North Providence RI, CT_Custom in Philadelphia, Audio Solutions in Florence MS and The Audio Shop RC in Rapid City SD, DG Motorsportz in High Point NC, ST Mobile in Texarkana TX, AR Custom OC in Orange CA, Temecula Mobile Sound in Temecula CA,  Unique Auto Sound in Lindenhurst NY, D’s Garage in Corona CA and DS2 Mobile Solutionz in Tomball TX, C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT and The Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT, Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, Electronics Depot Car Audio in Altamonte Springs FL. Car Audio Garage in Pearland TX, Pinnacle Autosound in Lake City FL, J H Audio in Bowling Green VA, The Car Audio Shop StL in High Ridge MO, Anthonys Car Stereo in North Highlands CA, Flynn Audio in Middleton WI, Living Loud Car Audio in Pelham AL, Trail Star Audio in Minnesota, On The Spot Audio in Pennsauken NJ, Animated Car Audio in Essex MD, West Coast Car Audio in Citrus Heights CA, Modified Auto Sound in East Alton IL, Star Car Audio in Hermiston OR, VapeNAudio in Clovis CA, SoundWorks in Millersville MD Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, J A Custom Audio in Houston TX Jose Electronics in North Hills CA,  Sound Proof Car Stereo in Douglasville GA, Auto Additions in Springfield IL, Elite Car Audio in Hollywood CA, Masters Car Stereo in Greenville SC, Audio Plus in Eden NC, Seismic AutoSound in Novato CA, Car Audio Addicts in Pittsburgh PA and AudioKing Tinting in Yakima WA, Arias Tint and Alarms in Duncanville TX, Odeh Car Audio in Gadsden AL, 12volt Specialist in Newark DE, Cutting Edge Audio in San Diego CA, Southern Auto Fab in Lafayette LA, California Sound in Fontana CA, Big Boyz Toyz in Florence SC, 740 Audio in Athens OH and 12volt Outfitters in Hollywood FL., High Quality Auto Sound, Lawrence MA, Custom Car Stereo SC in Spartanburg SC, Zier Box in Dallas TX, Maximum in Manville NJ, Audio Car Stereo in Miami FL, Mach 1 Audio in Washington MO, Doren Car Stereo in Queens Village NY, Side-x-Side Audio in South Charleston WV, Sound Concept in Nanuet NY, Pda Road Gear in Littleton CO and A-Plus Audio and Tinting  Newington CT, Audio Electronics in Indianapolis IN, Tint and Sound in Frederick MD, Tint World Wilmington DE, VIP Autoworks in Mentor OH, All Out Audio in Killeen TX, Yong’s Audio in Indianapolis IN, Custom Audio Concepts in Lima OH, Clear Vibrations in Quakertown PA, The Outlaw Garage in Columbia TN, Xpert Car Audio in Layton UT, No Doubt Window Tint in Ardmore OK, San Diego Car Stereo in San Diego CA, Smart Audio in Lawrence MA, Car Audio One in Chula Vista CA, Audio Excellence in Orlando FL, Ultimate Sounds 1 in Wilmington NC, King Kong Custom Audio in Albuquerque NM. Manny’s Customs in Stockton CA, OD Car Audio in Pasco WA, Car Tunes on Line in Largo FL, INOV8 Audio in Houston TX, Kartel Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT, Pro Auto Sound in Hialeah FL Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Fabulous Auto Alarms in Passaic NJ, Jimmy_Sound_System in Lawrence MA, American Audio Concepts in Houston TX, Arias Tint and Alarm in Duncanville TX, Big Papas Car Audio in Cincinnati OH, Houston Audio Lab in Houston TX, 901 Sound in Memphis TN, Kurtz Car Stereo in Traverse City MI, Sound By Stephen, Music In Motion in Alsip IL, Current Automotive Design in Sparta NJ, Prestige Sounds in Pompano Beach FL, Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Telza Audio in Columbia SC, Limelight Automotive in Webster NY, Victory Lap Auto Restyling East Moline IL, Unique Audio VA in Lorton VA, Builds by Paul in Litchfield AZ, Voodoo Customs in Haltom City TX, Elevated Design in Phoenix AZ, Mobilework/Tintworks in Santa Maria CA, Nappo Car Audio in Houston, Platinum Car Audio in Washington, Ballistic Audiowerks in Smithsburg MD,  Xteme-Car Audio in Bremerton WA, Beltline Motors in Decatur AL, Ultimate Sounds in Chattanooga TN, Santa Fe Auto Sound in Overland Park KS, Soundelux Car Audio in Chula Vista CA, Kartele Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT, BK Audio in Pasco WA, CenCal Audio in Madura CA, Xtreme Auto Sound in Louisville KY,  Victorylap Auto Styling in East Moline IL, Car Trendz in Alexandria VA, BLVD Customs in Lakeland FL, Audio Systems in Montclair CA, Fitment_nyc_shop in Jamaica NY, King Audio in Norwalk CT. Foss Audio in Tukwila WA, OG Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, Tint and Tunes in Sacramento CA, Dr Dashboard in Evansville IN, The Sound Shop in Chino CA, Extreme Concepts in Albertville AL,The-King of Custom in Longwood FL, Car Audio Depot in Modesto CA and Audio Dreams in Acworth GA, PCH Custom Audio in Long Beach CA, Crazy Ralph’s Car Stereo in Gonzales LA,  Joe’s Cycle Therapy in Somerset MA, Cal Custom Audio in Tracy CA, NWA Audio in Bentonville AR,  XT Audio in Miami, Tim’s Audio in Newport OR, Build’s By Paul in Litchfield AZ, DAW Discount Audio in Paramount CA and M12 Audio in Bluefield WVA,  Jam City Pros in Caddo Mills TX, Finishline Shop in Lumberton NJ, Genuine Custom Audio in Riverside CA,Ballistic Autowerks in Hagerstown MD, Jeff’s Custom Car Audio in Royce TX, Pitbull’s in Houston, Aspen Sound in North Spokane WA, CP Designs in Jarrell TX and D&B Sales in Ft Wayne IN, Precision Custom Audio in Riverview FL and The King of Custom.

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 308 on Friday, February 1st.

LONG BEACH, CA (01.30.25) – Aligned Sales & Marketing Group (ASM), a newly established manufacturer representative firm, proudly announces its launch, dedicated to redefining the partnership between manufacturers and retailers. With a focus on aligning manufacturer GTM strategies with retailer objectives, the firm aims to drive mutual growth and profitability in an ever-evolving market landscape.

Founded by a seasoned industry leader with 22 years of experience in senior leadership roles at iconic Tier 1 12V manufacturers, ASM is built on a foundation of industry expertise, strategic insight, and a deep understanding of the complexities within the manufacturer-retailer ecosystem.

“Our mission is simple yet transformative: to bridge the gap between manufacturers’ strategic ambitions and retailers’ operational realities,” said Hazim Jainoor, Founder and Principal of Aligned Sales & Marketing Group. “By creating holistic partnerships, we empower our clients to achieve unprecedented levels of alignment, efficiency, and market success.”

Key Offerings of ASM:

• Strategic GTM Alignment: Tailored strategies that integrate manufacturers’ product and brand objectives with retailers’ goals and operational frameworks.
• Data-Driven Insights: Comprehensive market analysis to identify opportunities, optimize assortments, and enhance customer experiences.
• Collaborative Solutions: Innovative approaches to strengthen partnerships, streamline communication, and deliver measurable results.
• Marketing Expertise: A one-stop manufacturer resource excelling in event activation, product imagery and video production, demo vehicle procurement from conceptualization to delivery, and promotional products to enhance brand presence and engagement.
• With a proven track record of driving revenue growth, leading high-performing teams, and executing winning strategies, ASM is uniquely positioned to deliver exceptional value to its partners. The firm’s launch comes at a time when collaboration and alignment are more critical than ever for navigating today’s dynamic retail environment.

For more information about Aligned Sales & Marketing Group and its services, or to schedule a meeting with Hazim Jainoor at the KnowledgeFest show in Las Vegas, please contact him at Hazim.Jainoor@.ASMGroup-USA.com.

BOCA RATON, FL (01.29.25) – We’re thrilled to announce an exciting milestone for ZZ2—we’ve moved to a brand-new office and warehouse! This move represents our continued growth as a company and our commitment to innovation, quality, and providing top-tier support for our dealers, installers, and customers.

Here’s our new address:
1080 Holland Drive, suite 1
Boca Raton, FL 33487

Effective immediately, all shipping and receiving, returns, purchases, purchase orders (POs), and invoices will be handled at this location.

Our new headquarters isn’t just an office; it’s a state-of-the-art facility designed for growth and excellence. With an in-house tech and customer support team, we’re ready to provide even faster and more efficient assistance for you. Our spacious warehouse allows us to focus on developing innovative products that help support your business and enhance your customers’ experience.

This is a huge and exciting step forward for ZZ2, but we’re not stopping here. Our goal is to grow even more this year, strengthening our quality brand alongside you—our valued dealers and partners.

We can’t wait to continue this journey with you. Let’s build the future of automotive integration together!

If you have any questions about the new address or need assistance, feel free to reach out to our in-house support team.

Here’s to innovation, growth, and success—together!

Visit our website: zz2.com
Call us: 929-220-1212

PITTSBURGH, PA (01.28.25) – Team Nutz, a very proactive 12volt retailer in the Pittsburg area, had a very strong showing at the recent World of Wheels at the David Lawerence Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh Friday thru Sunday-Januay 24th-26th.

The Team Nutz 70’ x 90’ main booth was filled with demo vehicles, tents, show car displays, live installations and importantly consumers. The Team Nutz staff of 15 worked the show that actually featured 3 booths including Fuel Required.

Ed Nuttall, for Team Nutz, stated, “The attendance was reported to have topped 20,000 and members of the crowd were really interested automotive enthusiasts. We had literally over 10,000 customized swag items including pens, stickers, tote bags, screw drivers and lanyards we handed out to attendees.”

The event got off to a very fast start as about 1400 local high school students were bussed to the event. At the event a meeting was set up in an upstairs meeting room where Nuttall addressed the students about the automotive aftermarket products that the students could experience in the Team Nutz booth. Seeing a majority of those students in the Team Nutz midday was a great way to get the event rolling. The visibility for Team Nutz at the event will lead to very active days at the store following the World of Wheels event for those students.

To prepare to extend the ROI from the World of Wheels Team Nutz redoubled their efforts to connect with consumers via social media. The main focus was customized QR Codes specifically designed to be scanned to connect to Team Nutz Facebook, Instagram and Google platforms. Attendees scanning the QR Codes were entered for prizes at the event. “We gained hundreds of followers and boosted our Google rating from the custom QR Codes and gave away over 500 Team Nutz T-Shirts” Nuttall commended.

Continuing “We have been attending the World of Wheels for 22 years and we were awarded an Outstanding Vehicle Award. Nina Nuttall’s truck project drew a lots of eyeballs to earn the award.”

Another takeaway from recent activities and at the World of Wheels had been connecting with more car clubs and enthusiast groups.

“All at Team Nutz and partners certainly put a lot into pulling off this event. We worked over 3 days to set up and tear down took 1.5 hours this year…compared to 3 hours last year. We put our company and products in front a very large number of people. Literally thousands went home with some swag with our name on it too. All in all I think the show was a huge success. We look forward to more big events at the David Lawrence Convention Center. When we opened the store the day after the World of Wheels the phone was” ringing of the hook” Nuttall concluded.

Visit teamnutztechnology.com for more.

GUTHRIE, OK (01.27.25) – The expanded 2025 KICKER AMA ArenaCross Series was Livin’Loud in the huge Lazy E Arena in Guthrie on Friday night January 24th for Round 7. The Lazy E Arena in Guthrie is a mere 33 miles from KICKER’s World HQ in Stillwater, OK.

The track the action was red hot and the attendees were Livin’Loud. Since KICKER’s HQ is so close there was a large turnout of nearly 300 KICKER team members and family were in the stands. In addition KICKER dealer Audio Extremist with Neil Boswell from Oklahoma City was in the house along with Rick Dewey from the Marketing Pros rep firm.

“It was an amazing event with great action on track and a packed house that extended to the grand stand and VIP Area with many tables. Attendance estimate was 5000 enthusiasts and some traveled from over an hour away. The Lazy E Arena doors opened early for the long line that took 30 minutes to enter the arena. We had a KICKER tent and displays set up adjacent to the track area so virtually everyone who entered the Lazy E Arena had a chance to check out the KICKER setup. We had a selection of KICKER products for all to see. The KICKER Polaris General was on hand for all to checkout. As attendees entered by the booth we handed out hundreds of KICKER lanyards. Attendees asked Neil and Rick many questions and Neil handed out a ton of Audio Enthusiasts cards” Lorin Morrell, Maddog Media, related.

The Pit Party got the action started on the track with enthusiasts walking the track and talking with riders and checking out their rides. In addition to the racing action on the track an air cannon fired KICKER T-shirts into the crowd during race breaks and track maintenance periods. A special KICKER T had a certificate wrapped inside for a KICKER BullFrog to be picked up at the KICKER display in the lobby.

Concluding Morrell added “The next event is in Reno NV with Round 8 January 31st and Round 9 February 1st. I look forward to being at the event to orchestrate KICKER activities in Reno again. Nevada Auto Sound, with Thomas, will again be Livin’Loud in the house.”

Visit kicker.com for more.

12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (01.25.25) The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. The weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is now spinning in Year 6.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the 306th time on Friday morning on January 24th. The Wheel landed on the Q-Power space and the King of Custom slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning spin slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted.

We will reach out to the lucky winner in Florida to let them know a Q-Power prize will be headed their way.

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

12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include KICKER, RDV, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, THINKWARE, Race Sport Lighting, EBS Audio, King Boxes, Lids-On-Demand, Massive Audio and VIPER. 12volt News $100. cash awards also have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for the winning 12volt retailer.

Past winners of the 12volt Spin-To-Win include…Stereo & Video Center-Tyler TX, The Outlaw Garage-Franklin TN, Exotic Sounds-West Palm Beach FL, Endless Possibilities-Aurora IL., Go Auto Sound in Union City NJ, Al&Ed’s South Bay CA, No Limitz Car Audio in Upland CA, Neil’s Specialty-Eureka CA, Sturgess Customs-Lexington SC, Audio By Art-San Antonio TX, SMS Car Audio in Marreo LA and Sweet Wheelz in Mississauga Ontario Canada, Cartronics in Biscayne FL, The CarAudio Shop in St Louis MO, Exotic Sounds in West Palm Beach FL, High North Customs in Grand Prairie Alberta Canada and AMS Audio in Bakersfield CA, Team QRT in Abbeyville LA and California Sound in Fontana CA and Jackie Cooper Electronics, Oklahoma City OK, MARS Audio-Orlando FL, All American Audio in Nutley NJ, Proline Car Stereo in Brooklyn NY, Custom Shop Miami, Tunes and Tint in Lakeland FL, Mobile Concepts Inc in Mokena IL, Seismic Auto Sound in Concord CA, Brooklyn Car Audio in Brooklyn NY, Audio Solutions in Florence MS, Enhanced Customs in Largo FL, Rayco Auto Clinic, Audio Design in San Jose CA, Go Bass Mode in Florida, Avenue Sound in Freeport NY, Audio Plus in Riverview FL, Stereo Zone in Whittier CA, In-Phase Car Audio in Omaha NE, AutoLife Group, N&H Electronics, SK Customs, Land & Sea, The Audio One, NC Custom Shop,Tint World Orlando, Ricky Smith’s Audio, VIP Custom Woks, Mobile Audio Concepts, Audio Lad, Sound Sensations, Dave’s Stereo, Stereo Design, Badlands Customs, Custom Audio-Erie PA, Voltz Autosports-Bridgeport CT, Infinity Sound and Security-Kissimmee, Autosport Plus-Canton OH, Stereo City Pros in Carmichael CA, Devine Concepts in Naples FL, The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC, Extreme Performance Audio in Fresno CA, Audio Depot in Arlington TX, Audio Security in Houston TX, Earmark Car Audio and Marine in Lewisville TX, Audio Jam in Bear DE, Stereo City Ontario, Ontario CA, Audio By Art, San Antonio TX, Code Zero Customs in Tulsa OK, Ken’s Car Tunes in Mobile AL, Soundz Plus in Naperville IL, Markland Designs in Lithonia GA, Electronics Plus in Salinas CA, Xtreme Autosports in Santa Clarita CA, Superior Audio Sounds in San Angelo TX, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Texas Dreamz Customs in Spring TX, Wired Electronics in Linden NJ and Intense Car Audio in OKC, OK, Underground Auto in Sarasota FL, Car Toys Tulsa in Tulsa OK,  Real Audio in Erie PA, Go Autosound in Union NJ, DFM Stereo in Ukiah CA, Impact Tint and Audio in Tyler TX, Mobile Sound Systems in Arlington TX, Redline Audio and Performance In Spindale NC, Car Audio Land in San Diego CA, Audio X Custom Car Audio in Florence AL, River Oaks Car Stereo in Houston TX, American Radio Orlando in Sanford FL, Illustrious Customs in Woodbridge VA, Remote Start Pros in Lawrence MA, HiPro Audio in Victoria TX, AudioPlanetNY in Huntington Station NY, Endless Possibilities in Aurora IL, Audio Finesse in Santa Monica, Drive Customs in San Luis Obispo CA, Custom Works, Noblesville IN, AtoZ Detail in West Haven CT, Cars 843 in Charleston SC, CarTunes Atlanta in Atlanta GA, Mobile Concepts in Garwood NJ, Duke’s Car Stereo in Flint MI, Infinity Auto Sound, King Car Audio in Norwalk CT, PopTronics in Baltimore MD, Sanford Sound in Sanford ME,  Angelvip2474 in Draper UT, Dynamic Car Audio in Baltimore MD, Hi-Pro Audio in Victoria TX, Car Stereo Max in Houston, Pro Audio Center in Richland MS, Rhodes Off-Roads in Farmington MO, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Class A Sounds in Athens OH. Just Audio Video in North Providence RI, CT_Custom in Philadelphia, Audio Solutions in Florence MS and The Audio Shop RC in Rapid City SD, DG Motorsportz in High Point NC, ST Mobile in Texarkana TX, AR Custom OC in Orange CA, Temecula Mobile Sound in Temecula CA,  Unique Auto Sound in Lindenhurst NY, D’s Garage in Corona CA and DS2 Mobile Solutionz in Tomball TX, C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT and The Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT, Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, Electronics Depot Car Audio in Altamonte Springs FL. 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EDMOND, OK (01.24.25) – Petra Industries, the consumer technology authority and wholesale electronics distributor, congratulates Gerald Cruz, Director of Business Development for Petra, for his role as an industry expert judge for the 2025 CES Innovation Awards. Held in conjunction with the annual CES® show, the most powerful tech event in the world, this prestigious awards competition honors the most outstanding consumer technology products in the world across 33 categories. This is the second time Cruz has served as a judge; the first was for CES 2022.

Cruz joined a panel of 268 other judges in reviewing product submissions. He was assigned two categories—Headphones and Personal Audio and Smart Pet Technology. Each category contained about 60 products. After thoroughly examining each product, judges individually answered a questionnaire and gave it a score. Scoring criteria included aesthetics and design, engineering and functionality, and what made the product innovative and unique. Another group then reviewed the judges’ answers and awarded Honoree status to top-scoring products while Best of Innovation awards went to the highest-scoring ones.

“As a CES Innovation Award Judge for 2025, I was truly honored to be part of this incredible experience again,” said Cruz. “The level of innovation and emerging technology showcased was nothing short of inspiring. From groundbreaking advancements in the Headphone and Personal Audio space to the creative solutions in Smart Pet Technology, the ingenuity I witnessed will shape the future of our connected world.”

Before coming to Petra, his last role was Sr. Director/DMM over Mobility at Radio Shack. Cruz served over 15 years in senior management there, where he oversaw mobility operations for both company-owned and franchise locations. He brings over two decades of proven success in corporate leadership across a broad range of roles in sales and operations, consistently delivering long-term partnerships and sustainable business growth.

“We are thrilled and honored that Gerald was chosen as a 2025 CES Innovation Awards judge,” said Tate Morgan, Petra President. “This honor speaks volumes about Cruz and how highly regarded he is in the industry. We are thankful for the insights and depth of experience he brings to our company and to the consumer technology industry in general.”

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TEMPE, AZ (01.23.25) – MasterTech Expo, held March 20-23, 2025 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Ariz., is set to revolutionize the world of automotive interior craftsmanship with Modern Upholstery Design: Shop Talk With Industry Experts.

“This year’s event will bring together the industry’s most talented builders and designers to share their expertise and inspire the next generation of innovators,” said Bryan Schmitt, MasterTech founder/CEO/president. “Hosted by Mal Maher, Modern Upholstery Design: Shop Talk With Industry Experts will allow attendees to join five of the industry’s leading experts for a dynamic and interactive panel discussion on designing modern hot rod interiors. This engaging session brings together the creative minds behind some of the most striking custom automotive interiors to share their insights, techniques, and design philosophies.”

Modern Upholstery Design: Shop Talk With Industry Experts dives into the world of high-end custom interiors with a live panel featuring multiple seasoned experts who have mastered the art of designing for luxury clients and six-figure builds. This session provides an exclusive opportunity to explore the creative and technical processes behind crafting extraordinary automotive interiors. Gain actionable insights, practical strategies, and inspiration to elevate your work to new levels of creativity and sophistication.

Session includes:
• Host: Mal Maher – Host of the NC Carpet Shop Talk Podcast
• Panelists: Jeremy Katz; Phil Cato; Chris Pate; Justin Marks; Charles Brazil

Attendees will learn:
• Collaborative Insights: Hear the panelists discuss their design ideation processes, share behind-the-scenes stories, and reveal how they overcome challenges to deliver stunning results.
• Client-Centric Design: Discover proven strategies for attracting and working with high-end clients who value bespoke craftsmanship and are willing to invest in premium interiors.
• Innovative Solutions: Learn how to balance bold creativity with practical functionality to create interiors that are both beautiful and durable.
• Portfolio Building: Get expert tips on showcasing your skills, building your brand, and elevating your reputation in the competitive world of custom automotive interiors.

In addition, there will be free giveaways and exciting prizes every 15 minutes during this ground breaking session.

“This panel is a must-attend for anyone looking to refine their design approach, break into the luxury market, or expand their understanding of modern hot rod interiors,” Schmitt concluded. “Sessions such as this are a testament to the extraordinary talent and creativity in our industry. These builders are the best of the best, and their willingness to share their knowledge is what makes this community so special. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting in the industry, attendees will walk away with skills and inspiration to take their craft to the next level.”

For more information and to register for MasterTech Expo, please email info@mastertechexpo.com and visit www.mastertechexpo.com.