STILLWATER, OK (06.10.24) – KICKER’s entire Pro–Class line of competition products, including the highly anticipated Warhorse Amplifiers, were front and center this past weekend at Slamology – one of the largest car audio events in the country. In its 21st season, Slamology took place June 8-9 at Lucas Oil Raceway near Indianapolis. This year new KICKER builds were surround the XRV (Xtreme Recreational Vehicle) big rig and the intimidating KICKER Warhorse Bronco.

KICKER rolled into the massive Lucas Oil Indianapolis Race Park Park in the XRV with Jeremy Wynn and John Myers in the cab to and set the booth for the event. The KICKER 85’ XRV is showcasing an new custom wrap and all knew KICKER would be Livin’Loud at Slamology 2024.

Wynn, KICKER Events and Promotions Manager, related as the event wrapped Sunday night “No doubt about it, the KICKER XRV and wide selection of custom demo vehicles out front in the booth, were the talk of Slamoloy 2024.

Hundreds of attendees also experienced the BoomRoom in the XRV that was Livin’Loud with the 40,000 Watt system shaking the walls. There is no way to know how many people John and I talked with and experienced the amazing demo vehicles out front. The Pro Audio Center custom pickup demo was way beyond custom and will have attendees talking about it for weeks. We arealready talking about Slamology 2025.”

Several vehicles featuring KICKER SoloX® Subwoofers, Warhorse Amps, and ST Street-Series Speakers made their debut, making a raucous statement regarding the brand’s triumphant return to its Pro-Class lineup of SPL-type products. The Pro Class featured KICKER’s new competition-grade products – SoloX Subwoofers, ST-Series Speakers and Warhorse Amplifiers.

The current KICKER-built 2021 Bronco, which pays homage to the legendary Alma Gates’ “Beast” from 20 years ago, houses a 30,000-watt system with nine 12-inch SoloX subwoofers and 3600-watt Warhorse mono amps. A trio of seven-inch ST-Series midrange drivers are installed in each custom door panel, as are four one-inch ST bullet tweeters. Full-tilt demo sessions occurred regularly.

“Lucas Oil Raceway Park has proven to be the perfect venue for our continued expansion,” stated Donnie Babb, President of GaugeMagazine.com and Slamology.

In addition to Slamology’s well-earned reputation as a first-class car show, it is also known to be the premiere car audio event on the planet, with more than 2,000 vehicles committed to attend before the show opened..

Simultaneously, showgoers witnessed several multi-point, car-audio competitions, featuring hundreds of the world’s best Sound Quality and SPL competitors vying for much-desired championship points, trophies and prizes. Slamology met the planned for attendance in excess of 20,000 spectators.

Visit kicker.com for more.

12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (06.08.24) 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 275th time on Friday morning June 7th. The Wheel landed on the PowerBass space and The Tint World Lawrenceville  slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted. We willl let Erik Harbour know the news.

We reached out to the lucky winning retailer in Lawrenceville GA with the news. Jason Rogers was very happy to hear the news. It was great to talk with Jason who had 3 customers in front of him in the showroom.

Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 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, RDV, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, THINKWARE, Race Sport Lighting, Maximum Power, AlloyGator, King Boxes and Massive Audio. 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 and The Sound Shop in Chino CA..

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 276 on Friday, June 14th.

DIAMOND BAR, CA (06.07.24) – Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that the Commonwealth would not adopt California’s 2035 ban on selling new gas- and diesel-powered motor vehicles.

“Seventeen states have attached themselves to California’s emissions standards over the past 20 plus years. Nine states have passed laws and/or resolutions rejecting government deciding what technology American consumers must purchase and buy,” said SEMA President and CEO Mike Spagnola. “Virginia is now the first state in the nation to untangle itself from California’s emissions standards and EV mandates. We applaud Governor Youngkin for this bold action that rejects the notion that California should determine policies for nearly half of American consumers. We urge other states to follow Virginia’s lead.”

Virginia lawmakers passed a law in 2021 under Youngkin’s predecessor, tying the state to California’s emissions standards, which includes California’s 100% EV mandate by 2035. Since then, SEMA-supported bills aiming to repeal the law have narrowly failed to pass the Democratically controlled legislature.

Elected in 2021, Youngkin campaigned on repealing California’s standards and pledged to follow through during his 2023 State of the Commonwealth address.

“It defies common sense that in 2021, lawmakers decided that instead of writing our own electric vehicle laws, Virginia would simply do whatever California decided to do,” said Youngkin. “Because lawmakers outsourced their responsibilities and surrendered our values to California, Virginians face a mandate starting in 2024 that limits and eventually bans the buying of gas-powered cars or trucks. Unless we act, Virginia is hostage to the extreme policies of California. Common sense says that the law of Virginia should be written by elected leaders here, not outsourced to radical bureaucrats in California.”

SEMA has led the charge to pass laws and/or resolutions in nine states that would outlaw states and local governments from mandating a singular vehicle technology over others and protect the American consumer’s right to choose the vehicle technology that best suits them and their families. SEMA’s efforts also led to the successful delay in the adoption of California’s ICE ban in Connecticut and Maine earlier this year.

Visit www.sema.org, www.semashow.com, or www.performanceracing.com for more.

STILLWATER, OK (06.06.24) – KICKER makes its initial trek to Atlantic City, New Jersey to participate in MEA KnowledgeFest June 7-9.

The KICKER Tech Force training crew will provide two trainings during the show, featuring KICKER’s reestablished Pro-Class competition line of products, including ST-Series P.A. Speakers, SoloX Subwoofers, and the anticipated Warhorse Amplifiers. Also, integration classes will help installers quickly determine the equipment needed to integrate aftermarket audio into a factory sound system, using KICKER’s revolutionary FIT and KEY technologies. The first class will be held Friday at 3 p.m., followed by one on Saturday at 4:15 p.m.  Show attendees can obtain more information at the KICKER booth.

The full KICKER product line will be on display, including products for auto, marine, motorcycle and powersports. “Bass-head” consumers have been rejoicing at KICKER’s Pro-Class line, available for viewing in the booth. Marine and powersports dealers will see award-winning KMXL Horn-Loaded Speakers, tower systems, waterproof and compact amplifiers, along with fairing kits and bag-lid kits specifically for Harley-Davidsonmotorcycles.

Also in the booth representing the Northeast region will be a fully outfitted Jeep Gladiator.

For more details, readers can visit www.knowledgefest.org.

ORLANDO, FL (06.05.24) – VOXX Electronics Corporation (VEC) is thrilled to announce the launch of an enhanced rewards program for its popular SmartStart Pro product, as well as a new revenue share opportunity for store owners. These initiatives are designed to recognize and reward the collaborative efforts of sales teams and installers, and to offer store owners a new revenue stream.

Part 1: Enhanced Rewards Program: Split Rewards for Sales and Installers

VOXX is excited to introduce a groundbreaking enhancement to its rewards program for the SmartStart Pro. Effective immediately, rewards for selling the SmartStart Pro can now be split between two individuals – projectably the salesperson and the installer. This change addresses a longstanding industry issue where only the salesperson received rewards, leaving installers unrecognized despite their critical role in the customer experience.

“This new approach ensures that both the sales team and installers are equally motivated and rewarded for their contributions,” said Aron Demers, Senior Vice President of VOXX Electronics. “By acknowledging the essential work of our retail sales associates and technicians, we are fostering a more collaborative and productive environment, ultimately leading to better customer satisfaction and increased sales.”

Note that 2 salespersons or 2 installers may also split the rewards between each other, or 1 person may still claim the full reward amount.

Part 2: Revenue Share Program for Store Owners

In addition to the enhanced rewards program, VOXX is also launching a new revenue share opportunity for store owners. Store owners who renew service plans for the SmartStart Pro will now be eligible for a share of the revenue generated from these renewals. This initiative is designed to provide store owners with an additional income stream, encouraging them to actively promote the renewal of service plans and enhancing the overall customer retention rate.

“Store owners play a pivotal role in our distribution network, and their success is integral to our own,” added Demers. “The revenue share program is our way of recognizing their efforts and ensuring they benefit directly from the ongoing relationship with their customers. This not only rewards their hard work but also aligns our goals in delivering exceptional service and support.”

About SmartStart Pro

The SmartStart Pro (available as the VIPER VSM550 and DIRECTED by VOXX DSM550) is a state-of-the-art solution that allows users to start, lock, and unlock their vehicles from virtually anywhere using their smartphones. It offers unparalleled convenience, security, and control, making it a top choice for vehicle owners looking to enhance their driving experience.

Visit us at our KnowledgeFest Atlantic City booth, June 7^th-9^th, and be sure to attend one of our training sessions:

VIPER Training – Fri. 6-7 @ 1:45p

VOXX eKey & CarLink 7 Training – Fri. 6-7 @ 3:00p

VOXX Rear Seat Entertainment & Leather Craft Training – Sat. 6-8 @ 5:30p

Please contact your VOXX sales representative for further details.

For more information about VOXX Electronics Corporation and its range of automotive aftermarket solutions, please visit www.voxxelectronics.com.

LONG BEACH, CA (06.04.24) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. (“Alpine”) attended the 2024 Electrify Expo event at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach CA from Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 2.

Alpine was set up a 20’ x 20’ booth in the Electrify Show-Off & Aftermarket Pavilion with a 2021 Tesla Model 3 demonstrating the precision sound performance of the industry’s first complete sound system upgrade designed to fit the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y.

Each system included an 11-speaker (or 13 for factory premium audio systems) upgrade designed to easily replace the front, rear, and center dash Tesla factory speakers with Hi-Resolution certified speakers from Alpine’s “Blue Series” speaker line. The package also included a powerful 10” subwoofer and 12-Channel Premium Digital Sound Processor and ultra-efficient EV-optimized Amplifier that’s tuned for the unique cabin environment for the Tesla.

Jason Hannon, Alpine West Coast Regional stated “Alpine is committed to growing the Tesla community and our Tesla kits deliver the sound quality and performance Tesla owners have been looking for. Having a Tesla vehicle on hand for demos allowed owners to understand what they have been missing… and what they have been missing is the incredible sound Alpine delivers We did tons of demos..”

Members from Alpine’s sales and marketing staff were available during the event to answer product questions and provide vehicle demonstrations. Joining Hannon were Jason Fine, Eric Brooks, Chris Sihn and Steve Piceno.

Long Beach-based Alpine Authorized Retailer, PCH Custom Audio, was also on-site with Tesla systems available for purchase at special, event-only deals. PCH Custom Audio’s Andrew Chavez stated “There was so much enthusiasm at the event. We made so many demos. When someone got into the Tesla for a demo they didn’t want to get out. We set a number of appointments for Tesla owners to come into our store for their installation. It was terrific to be at the event and we thank Alpine for the opportunity to be in their booth.”

Electrify Expo is the #1 Electric Vehicle Festival in North America with a 1 million square foot outdoor festival that attracted over 30,000 attendees and pioneering brands in the electric mobility space in Long Beach for the 2024 Electrify Expo.

Visit www.alpine-usa.com for more.

GALLUP, NM (06.03.24) – The KICKER Monster Truck event on Friday May 31st and Saturday June 1st featured two events at the Red Rock Park Arena under sunny skies. The setting for the event is very unique as many attendees are seated on a hillside looking down at the track.

“This venue brings enthusiasts together in a very unique setting. KICKER has sponsored events at this venue before. Attendees on both days were very enthusiastic and all were definitely Livin’Loud’” Lorin Morrell stated.

KICKER was set up under a tent along the entrance to the Red Rock Park Arena. Tables were stacked with a wide variety of the latest products with the KICKER RZR located close to the event track for demos. The KICKER RZR participated in trackside activities.

Continuing “With afternoon and evening action on the track we were busy throughout the day. Pre-race pit parties have become popular activities at these events. Attendees can spend time walking around the track, check out vehicles that will soon be in action plus meet the drivers. Meeting drivers and asking them about their rides creates a lasting impression with attendees.” Morrell related.

“KICKER is sponsoring, and participating, in many consumer events. That visibility and direct connection with consumers is creating awareness for traditional car and truck audio products plus marine, motorcycle, Powersports and lifestyle products” Morrell, MADDOG Media who orchestrates KICKER Monster Truck events, concluded.

Visit kicker.com for more.

12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (06.01.24) 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 274th time on Friday morning May 31st. The Wheel landed on the Massive Audio space and The Sound Shop slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted. We willl let John Velez know the news.

We reached out to the lucky winning retailer in Chino CA with the news. Alex Vargas was very happy to hear the news. It was great to catch up with Alex and he said biz is rockin’ there with a retail and expediter business.

Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 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, RDV, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, THINKWARE, Race Sport Lighting, Maximum Power, AlloyGator, King Boxes and Massive Audio. 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 and Dr Dashboard in Evansville IN.

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 274  on Friday, May 31st.

FALL RIVER, MA (05.31.24) – The bike season is here and Sean Murray is rolling with upgrades for Bikers across eastern Massachusetts for his expert audio installations as well as expert servicing of Harley Davidson Motorcycles. Sean’s Murray’s Cycles also carries a wide range of motorcycle accessories as well.

“When Art Rickless came in and presented the Cicada Audio line I was very impressed and signed on as a dealer. When our order arrived I replaced the system on my personal Harley and have it displayed on the showroom floor. When I crank it up that gets the sale rolling. I have been in a retail location since 2007 and now focus on the bike category instead of car audio in general.”

Continuing “Larry Frederick was all about top quality sound when he founded Cicada and it delivers for Bikers on the road. I remember Larry from the Phoenix Gold days and truly honor his memory with every Cicada Audio installation” Murray related.

Art Rickless with A.I.R. Associates represents Cicada Audio and covers the New England states along with Metro New York City and Upstate New York.

“Sean does a great job and customers certainly see he is ‘The Bike Place’ when they enter his store. The Cicada Audio micro amps provide so many installation and performance options for bike installations. Having GoFast Solutions as a proactive distributor in this territory is another strong benefit for 12volt retailers in the territory to get onboard with Cicada Audio” Rickless stated.

Cicada Audio will be showing their latest products at the upcoming K’Fest in Atlantic City June 7th-9th.

Visit cicadaaudio.com for more.

DIAMOND BAR, CA (05.30.24) – Registration for the 2024 SEMA Battle of the Builders is open at www.semabotb.com. Now in its 11th year, SEMA Battle of the Builders is the industry’s leading vehicle competition, providing an international platform for SEMA Show builders to showcase their ingenuity.

“We’re excited to launch the second decade of Battle of the Builders and continue to spotlight the most innovative vehicle builds at the SEMA Show,” said RJ de Vera, SEMA vice president of marketing. “The vehicles entered into the competition highlight the talent that prevails in our industry. We look forward to seeing builders use the latest parts and showcase their fabrication skills.”

The 2024 SEMA Battle of the Builders will recognize class champions as the best in four categories — Hot Rod & Hot Rod Truck; 4 Wheel Drive & Off-Road; Sport Compact, Import Performance, Luxury & Exotic; and Young Guns — and one of these four will be crowned the overall BOTB champion. Industry experts serve as judges and review all qualifying applications, including vehicle descriptions and photos, before walking the SEMA Show floor to review builds in-person and selecting the Top 10 finalists in each category. The finalists are then narrowed down to the Top 3 in each category, and these 12 finalists become the judges and select the winner of each category and the overall champion.

“Battle of the Builders has opened the door for builders on an international level, providing a world stage for their custom cars and trucks,” said Cam Miller, Hot Rod & Hot Rod Truck judge and former Battle of the Builders Overall Champion. “The uniqueness of the builds and how builders use the industry’s finest parts is always one of the most exciting parts of the contest.”

A special element of SEMA Battle of the Builders is the Young Guns category, which is open to builders who are 29 years and younger at the time of the SEMA Show. As part of SEMA’s initiative to support the next generation of builders, Young Guns entries can compete in one or more virtual Golden Ticket competitions for the chance to win a prize package that includes transportation of the vehicle to the SEMA Show along with travel and hotel accommodations.

“Battle of the Builders has helped launch the careers of dozens of builders by bringing both established and up-and-coming modifiers to the forefront of the global automotive stage,” said de Vera. “The vehicles that are entered into the competition are truly iconic builds that take the world of customization to new levels.”

For more information on the 2024 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition or to register, visit www.semabotb.com. The deadline to register is October 18.

The 2024 SEMA Show, taking place November 5-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, is the ultimate gathering for the automotive specialty equipment industry. It is the place to discover new products and trends, make new business connections, strengthen existing ones, and help professionals take their careers and their businesses from good to great. Attendees can maximize their ROI by registering early and taking advantage of housing and travel discounts.

Registration is $40 for qualified attendees who register by June 28. To learn more or to register to attend the 2024 SEMA Show, visit www.semashow.com.