DAYTONA BEACH, FL (03.11.24) – THE AMA KICKER ArenaCross 2023/2024 Series was expanded to 14 race dates across the U.S. The series was very busy in Daytona Beach from Friday March 1st through March 9th. The Ocean Center was the venue for the AMA ArenaCross events. The American Flat Track series was also in Daytona Beach at the Daytona International Speedway Short Track for race events.

“With Bike Week in Daytona Beach going on this past week no doubt there were thousands and thousands of bikers in town. The AMA ArenaCross activities added to the options for enthusiasts KICKER was Livin’Loud in the Ocean Center for 3 events and we spent time at the American Flat Track action at the Short Track also” Lorin Morrell, Maddog Media who orchestrates the KICKER ArenaCross events, related.

In the Ocean Center lobby area a KICKER tent was set up with products on display for enthusiasts entering the event. The Friday and Saturday events this past weekend got rolling with Track Party events. Attendees spent time on the track connecting with riders and walking the dirt mounds that riders would soon be flying across as they raced to the finish line to collect their trophies.

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 announcers let the crowd know there was a special offer inside one of the KICKER T’s being fired into the stands to attendees. The certificate was for KICKER Bullfrog prizes that could be picked up in the booth.

“We talked with many enthusiasts and most had questions about what KICKER products would be best for their daily rides plus bike, UTV or boat. The KICKER PowerBar once again grabbed a lot attention as did bike gear plus lifestyle products” Morrell concluded.

Next up for the AMA ArenaCross Series is Round 14 in Las Vegas March 29th.

Visit kicker.com for more.

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 262nd time on Friday morning March 8th. The Wheel landed on the King Boxes space and the CenCal Audio 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 reached out to the lucky winning retailer in Madera CA with the news.  After hearing the news that a King Boxes prize would be heading their Mrs Varela said this news would make their day and would tell Gilbert and the crew. They be looking forward to receiving the King Boxes prize. CenCal Audio specializes in a wide variety of custom installations including semi truck tractors. Jaysam Odeh at King Boses in Gadsten AL will be shipping the King Boxes prize right out to CenCal Audio.

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, SiriusXM, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, Alphasonik, 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 and BK Audio in Pasco WA.

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 263 on Friday, March 15th.

BATESVILLE, IN (03.08.24) – Mike Beyersdoerfer is a ‘Rep on the Road’ as he traveled his upper Ohio Valley BEI territory. After 1200 miles in the Honda Ridgeline, with 19 dealer stops in the week of February 26- March 1, Ceasar Oleas will tell all Mike is an excellent chauffeur too.

“We made stops with quite a number of dealers as we focused on MTX car and Powersports products. The season for outdoor activities is right around the corner and dealers are ready and making plans for a good year. Dealers are always happy to see a rep on the road. In this case they also had a chance to visit with Ceasar who handles MTX car and Powersports in this region” Beyersdoefer related.

Key stops along the way were Traffic Jams in Utica Mi, Trail Sport in Brown City MI, Barry’s Electronics in Lima OH, TAS in Holland OH, Audio City in Detroit, Sound Station in Detroit, WOW Electronics in Clinton Township MI and Motor City Tunes in Deerfield Heights MI. Images from those stops are below.

“We definitely put in some miles and had a lot of time to talk about the state of the 12volt industry and plans to move forward. Ceasar really got a feel for the activity at retail in this territory” Beyersdoerfer concluded.

BEI is celebrating 22 years and represents MTX, Design Engineering Inc and Blaupunkt in the territory.

TULSA, OK (03.07.24)– In this digital driven cyber world it is more important than ever to drive store traffic into brick and mortar retail stores. Car Toys Tulsa took the in-store experience outside and then showcased the results on social media.

Car Toys Tulsa is a player in motorcycle audio. Recently the staff positioned 3 decked bikes right in front of their store. That visibility drew traffic from drivers on the busy street. Staff members also made posts of the bikes out front on social media.

Mark Adams related “In just a few days of posting the image on social media we had several calls from followers with questions. Those callers also indicated they would come by the store. Two of the bikes were customers bikes we had worked on and the other a bike our bike installation tech recently acquired.”

The bike season is at hand and Car Toys Tulsa connects with bikers at offsite venues like popular night spots in Tulsa. In the summer of 2023 Car Toys Tulsa participated at events like Churchills after the Rumble and Roll Ride through Tulsa which drew thousands of bikers.

Car Toys Tulsa utilizes Rockford Fosgate products on many installations. Kenwood bike camera systems are also gaining popularity with the well established company that is nearing 4 decades in Tulsa.

All 12volt retailer have digital options to create a network of social media followers to drive store traffic for the in-store experience. Proactive 12volt retailers utilize those digital social media platforms which turns into profitable business.

Visit cartoystulsa.com for more.

DAYTONA BEACH, FL (03.06.24) – This April 19th through the 28th, the 21st Annual Jeep Beach, the country’s largest Jeep-centric event, will canvas the city of Daytona Beach. Soundcrafters’ owner Paul Papadeas, an exhibitor at JEEP BEACH, returns to the event calling it “the most awesome event since the Spring Break Nationals”. More than 25,000 Jeeps canvas the county and over 70,000 spectators come to the Main Event on Friday and Saturday at the Daytona International Speedway.

“Jeep Beach is an event that all car audio brands should be seen at.” says Papadeas, “Our impact at the Spring Break Nationals Soundoff for 32-years is happening again; stimulating the consumer, bringing car audio awareness to all in attendance. For Jeep Beach, we are doing the same by coordinating IASCA judges to perform the Jeep Beats™ Soundoff and Glowoff on the Wednesday night Kickoff event. This segment of the event brings hundreds of “Jeepers” together for a Show and Shine and a Soundoff. The field sports well over 50 vendors and draws thousands of spectators and is open to the public at no charge.”

The JEEP BEACH main event, held Friday and Saturday inside the Speedway, has expanded to host several hundred manufacturers’ booth spaces and is a selling event. Papadeas said, “it took many years for industry to realize the efficacy of SBN. Now, the opportunity presents itself for suppliers to expose their brand and products to a targeted group of affluent consumers, especially after a year or two of softer sales; it really is a no brainer. Vendors and their dealers can sell on site as well, a great opportunity for ROI”.

For more information on the 21st annual Jeep Beach, a city-wide event, visit: www.jeepbeach.com for booth information, contact vendors@jeepbeach.com.

AUBURN HILLS, MI (03.05.24) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. announced that they will return to the 2024 New Jersey Jeep Invasion as the Official Audio Sponsor.

“Alpine is excited to return to New Jersey Jeep Invasion as the Official Audio Sponsor,” said Gregg Thomas, Director of National Sales for the Alpine Brand Division at Alps Alpine North America, Inc. “Our reputation in the Jeep community speaks for itself as we continue to be the number one audio brand that offers premium dash and sound solutions designed specifically for the Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator customer.”

Alpine will have a booth during the vendor show from Friday, July 12 to Sunday, July 14 where they will offer special, event-only pricing on all products. As part of their continued investment, Alpine will increase their booth presence by 2000 square feet to showcase more exciting solutions designed uniquely for the Jeep driver.

In addition to the vendor booth, Alpine will also have an installation bay, powered by Tampa-based Alpine Authorized RetailerSoundwaves, so customers can drive home with their Alpine purchase installed. The installation space will be located directly next to the Alpine booth space in Install Alley.

Two Alpine 2018 Jeep Wrangler demo vehicles will be on-site, featuring the i509-WRA-JL, a 9-inch Weather-Resistant Digital Media Receiver with Hi-Res Audio Playback. The unit was intentionally designed with the Jeep driver in mind to visually emulate the design identity of the Jeep interior and retain the features Jeep drivers use the most. Other features, like wireless and wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Hi-Resolution Playback (96kHz/ 24Bit), and one of the industry-first SiriusXM-Ready head units enhanced with 360L and Hi-Res music streaming with TIDAL, make this the ultimate upgrade for the Jeep driver.

A premium Dash Camera DVR-C320R with built-in drive assist and impact recording will also be installed to showcase the head unit pairing capabilities of the i509-WRA-JL. An Alpine PSS-24WRA sound system, with front 6.5” component speakers, 6.5” rear custom soundbar replacement speakers, 8” compact powered subwoofer, and 4-channel amplifier will be featured for in-vehicle sound upgrade demonstrations as well as an Alpine Weather-Resistant PSS-SX01 Sound System mounted to the roll bars to demonstrate exterior sound upgrade opportunities.

Alpine’s 2015 Jeep Wrangler will also be on-site with similar Jeep-specific solutions designed for older Jeep Wranglers, including the i509-WRA-JK, DVR-C320R, PSS-22WRA Weather-Resistant Sound System, PSS-SX01, and HCE-TCAM1-WRA Spare Tire Rear-View Camera and Light System.

All event visitors are encouraged to visit the Alpine booth and take advantage of the special, event-only deals and on-site installation services during the event.

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

LOS ANGELES, CA (03.04. 24) – Diamond Audio is delighted to announce the appointment of Kevin Siegel as its new Dealer Support Coordinator.

With an illustrious career spanning 38 years in the 12-volt industry, Kevin Siegel brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role at Diamond Audio™. His journey began in 1985 at a retail shop in Southern California, where he quickly gained recognition as a custom fabricator. Kevin’s exceptional skills led to his inclusion in the prestigious list of the top 100 installers in North America in 1994, and he became a featured figure in various magazines for his contributions to high-end audio systems.

In 1990, Rockford Fosgate recognized Kevin’s talent and appointed him as an RTTI instructor in Japan. During his four years in Japan, Kevin shared his knowledge of custom fabrication with Japanese dealers, leaving a lasting impact on the industry. Upon returning to the United States, Kevin transitioned to Alpine Electronics, where he served as a Dealer Support Coordinator for independent specialists in Southern California.

Kevin Siegel’s dedication to education and his passion for the industry led him to complete a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from California State University of Fullerton. Subsequently, he assumed the VP of Sales & Marketing role at Bravox Audio, a Brazilian speaker manufacturer, where he spent six years developing the company’s product line for North America.

His journey continued as Kevin Siegel took on the role of VP of Marketing at AAMP Global (now Stinger Solutions), contributing significantly to the company’s success during his tenure. After several years in Florida, Kevin returned to his roots in Southern California, where he briefly shifted to the retail sector as a store manager at South County Mobile Electronics.

John Catalano, DA’s Director of Product Development, exclaims,” Diamond Audio™ is thrilled to welcome Kevin Siegel back to the manufacturing side of the industry as the Dealer Support Coordinator. With his extensive knowledge in product development, marketing, sales, installation theory, and customer service, Kevin is poised to play a crucial role in enhancing Diamond Audio’s support services and fostering strong relationships with dealers. We’re confident that Kevin Siegel’s wealth of experience and proven track record would contribute to the continued success and growth of the company in the dynamic field of automobile electronics.”

Visit www.diamondaudio.com for more.

SHREVEPORT LA (02.24.24)  WTF…Win This Friday.  BK Audio won the KICKER prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 261 Friday morning, March 1st.

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 261st time on Friday morning March 1st. The Wheel landed on the KICKER space and the BK Audio 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 reached out to the lucky winning retailer in Pasco WA with the news. Brandon Ells answered the phone. After hearing the news that a KICKER prize would be heading their was he said that news made his day and would be looking forward to receiving the KICKER prize. BK Audio specializes in extreme marine systems.

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, SiriusXM, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, Alphasonik, 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 and Kartele Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT.

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 262 on Friday, March 8th.

HOUSTON, TX (03.01.24) – SSR Distributors came in clutch on Wednesday February 28th, with their second installment SSRU1.2, entitled “The Retail Experience” conducted by Trainer Paul Galanos.

Dealer clients and their staff members filled over 50 seats in this throwback-style fundamental sales training presentation that highlighted and explored the fundamentals of the retail sales experience from customer arrival to the after-sale follow-up. Attendees participated in role playing scenarios while learning new communication techniques and the art of reading body language.

The pizza was great, and the overall experience was even better! Stay tuned for installment 1.3 in Houston entitled “Tech Tune-Up” where Paul will go over the basic fundamentals of amplifier, head unit and crossover tuning.

Also SSR Distributors North, in Dallas, kicks off their inaugural SSRU quest together with Paul in-house, mirroring the original SSRU 1.1 originally held in Houston entitled “Basic 12 Volt Upgrades.” The event will be help at the SSR Dallas location on Wednesday evening March 6th.

Contact your SSR Dallas representative and visit https://ssrdistributors.com for more info.

TEMPE, AZ (02.29.24) – MasterTech Expo is proud to announce an exclusive interview with KICKER President and CEO Steve Irby during MasterTech 2024, scheduled for March 3-6 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Ariz. Bryan Schmitt, MasterTech founder/CEO/president, will conduct the interview on Wednesday, March 6.

“This will be a casual yet unique interview, and we are thrilled to have Mr. Irby on stage where he will discuss his personal journey and the evolution of KICKER in the car audio industry,” explained Schmitt. “This intimate discussion will delve into the early days of KICKER, exploring the company’s inception, its groundbreaking products, and the technological innovations that have revolutionized the car audio industry.”

The discussion will also cover other various topics, including the origins and growth of KICKER (including how the name came about), KICKER’s most innovative products and technologies, significant achievements and impacts on the car audio market, the evolution of products and strategies to stay ahead in the industry, KICKER’s influence on the car audio industry, what the future holds for KICKER, and more.

“Our history is unique…it’s something people won’t hear anywhere else,” said Irby. “I’m excited to share the KICKER story, and how we got to where we are today.”

The interview will provide attendees with a rare opportunity to hear directly from a true pioneer in the industry.

“Don’t miss the chance to gain a deeper understanding of KICKER’s impact on the car audio industry and what the future holds for this innovative company,” Schmitt continued. “We invite all enthusiasts, professionals, and members of the press to join this enlightening session.”

To learn more and register for the event of the year, please visit www.MasterTechExpo.com.

For accommodations, please visit: https://www.mastertechexpo.com/hotels.html