The DAS Win A Trip To The MasterTech Expo 2024… Register Now… TODAY Is The Last Day To Register

PALMYRA, PA (02.15.24) – DAS is offering an all-expense-paid trip to MasterTech Expo for two (2) installers in the Ohio Valley. These contestants will be chosen from a drawing which will consist of brick & mortar 12V dealers who have applied and opened an account with DAS.

Click here to apply for an account

The sweepstakes entries must be submitted and completed… TODAY THURSDAY 2/15/24. The drawing will be held on 2/16/24 where two new accounts from these areas will be chosen and contacted. The winning accounts will be able to send one (1) installer on this trip.

MasterTech Expo will be held in Mesa, AZ, March 3rd – 6th, 2024.

Vist Master Tech Expo online, www.mastertechexpo.com.

MasterTech Expo 2024 is more than just an event… it’s a catalyst for growth, inspiration and future-forward thinking. It’s where attendees transform their knowledge, connect with the best in the industry, and witness the future of technology unfold.

  1. Airfare to and from the event, hotel room, and MasterTech Expo entry fee. The winner is responsible for any items charged back to the room during their stay.
  2. Opened up for dealers who apply in the following states: Ohio, Indiana, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Michigan (Lower Peninsula).

Please contact DAS at 800-233-7009 for more information.

Cicada Audio Had A Strong Presence At K’Fest 2024 in Vegas

LAS VEGAS NV (02.14.24) Cicada Audio showcased the company’s latest products for motorcycle builds in their very busy new booth on the event floor. From San Jose CA Bagger Audio brought their build, loaded with Cicada Audio, that was spotlighted and rattled the ceiling tiles.

The Cicada Audio booth was very busy with the Bagger Audio build spotlighted.

“The Bagger Audio build was the best sounding bike on the event floor. We introduced 42 new products from the last of Larry Fredericks’ product plan. The new product highlights included the new super small FLX amplifier product line that consists of 7 products which will start shipping the 1st of April……no foolin” Larry Vansickel, Cicada Audio CEO, stated.

The Cicada Audio training sessions were very well attended.

Marty Deane and Forrest Hamberlin joined Larry with activities in the booth and conducting the very well attended training sessions. Cicada literature was available during the training sessions and in the booth.

The super-small FLX amplifier line was introduced.

Continuing Vansickel related “New woofer mounting ring, midrange dividers, 3” port and bag brace for a complete bag solution for woofers was on display. In addition two lines of Carbon Matrix Composite™ cones, with waterproofing of the horns were introduced. These are the first horns that are made for rain or shine™.

New Cicada Audio product packaging debuted at K’FEST.

Cicada Audio also made an addition to the company’s rep firm network. Taylor Marketing Reps,with Mike Thompson for SoCal is now on the road.

Cicada will be attending Daytona Bike week and will be displaying at the MasterTech Expo…both events coming up in March.

For more see cicadaaudio.com

What Does Mardi Gras Mean?

Mardi is the French word for Tuesday, and gras means “fat.” In France, the day before Ash Wednesday came to be known as Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday.”

Mardi Gras is a a time for fun and enjoyment leading up to Fat Tuesday which is February 13th this year. Mardi Gras floats roll down the streets of many cities and towns across the South. People line the streets crying out to people on the float to “Throw Me Something Mister”. Sales of beads and Mardi Gras items spike business.

Many companies connect with people celebrating Mardi Gras. Ricky Smith’s Audio in Lafayette LA has the Mardi Gras spirit every year and their store has to close on Fat Tuesday as the street out front of their store is closed for a Mardi Gras parade.

The 12volt Central Studios also has Mardi Gras fun along with friends like the crew at N&H Electronics in Hattiesburg MS.


We wish all a happy and safe Mardi Gras 2024. Check out some fun pics.

Ken’s Car Tunes enjoying the Mardi Gras parade in Mobile AL Friday night.

Below is a history of the centuries old history of Mardi Gras.

Mardi Gras is a Christian holiday and popular cultural phenomenon that dates back thousands of years to pagan spring and fertility rites. Also known as Carnival or Carnaval, it’s celebrated in many countries around the world—mainly those with large Roman Catholic populations—on the day before the religious season of Lent begins. When Christianity arrived in Rome, religious leaders decided to incorporate these popular local traditions into the new faith, an easier task than abolishing them altogether. As a result, the excess and debauchery of the Mardi Gras season became a prelude to Lent, the 40 days of fasting and penance between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday. .Along with Christianity, Mardi Gras spread from Rome to other European countries, including France, Germany, Spain and England. Brazil, Venice and New Orleans play host to some of the holiday’s most famous public festivities, drawing thousands of tourists and revelers every year.

Traditionally, in the days leading up to Lent, merrymakers would binge on all the rich, fatty foods—meat, eggs, milk, lard and cheese—that remained in their homes, in anticipation of several weeks of eating only fish and different types of fasting.

Mardi Gras is traditionally celebrated on “Fat Tuesday,” the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent. In many areas, however, Mardi Gras has evolved into a week-long festival. Traditions vary by region but often include lavish balls, parades, throwing beads and king cake.

Mardi Gras 2024 will fall on Tuesday, February 13.

KICKER Was Livin’Loud At The AMA ArenaCross Rounds 9 and 10 In Reno

RENO, NV (02.12.24) THE AMA KICKER Arenacross 2023/2024 Series has been expanded to 14 race dates across the U.S. The series returned to the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center for the 9th and 10th Rounds on Friday and Saturday, February 9th and 10th.

“It was great to get back to Reno this year. The Reno-Sparks Livestock 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 area is positioned so the KICKER tents can be seen from the stands and as attendees enter the facility.” Lorin Morrell, Maddog_Media related.

New for the AMA KICKER Arenacross Series for 2023/24 is the pre-racing Pit Party. Fans get a chance to meet and talk with racers on the track and in the pit area. “This Pit Party was the best so far this year. Not only did fans get to meet and talk with their favorite they were walking all over the track for over an hour before the racing started….with walkups the events were sellouts.”

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 were picked up in the booth.

“We talked with many enthusiasts and most had questions about what KICKER products would be best for their rides. Thomas from local retailer Nevada Auto Sound Reno and area KICKER Rep Dana Doyle stayed busy. The KICKER PowerBar once again grabbed a lot of attention in the booth. Fans from the area also had questions about KICKER products for their trucks, boats, cars, bikes and side-by-sides” Morrell concluded.

On Friday night Lorin Morrell presented the KICKER T-shirt toss Bullfrog prize with Dana Doyle and Thomas Wing. Doyle is the KICKER Territory Representative and Wing is with local retailer Nevada Auto Sound.


Morrell orchestrates the AMA ArenaCross events for KICKER.

Next up for the AMA ArenaCross Series is Round 11 in Daytona Beach FL on February 29th and March 1st.

What Does Mardi Gras Mean?

Mardi is the French word for Tuesday, and gras means “fat.” In France, the day before Ash Wednesday came to be known as Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday.”

Mardi Gras is a a time for fun and enjoyment leading up to Fat Tuesday which is February 13th this year. Mardi Gras floats roll down the streets of many cities and towns across the South. People line the streets crying out to people on the float to “Throw Me Something Mister”. Sales of beads and Mardi Gras items spike business.

Many companies connect with people celebrating Mardi Gras. Ricky Smith’s Audio in Lafayette LA has the Mardi Gras spirit every year and their store has to close on Fat Tuesday as the street out front of their store is closed for a Mardi Gras parade.

The 12volt Central Studios also has Mardi Gras fun along with friends like the crew at N&H Electronics in Hattiesburg MS.


We wish all a happy and safe Mardi Gras 2024. Check out some fun pics.

Ken’s Car Tunes enjoying the Mardi Gras parade in Mobile AL Friday night.

Below is a history of the centuries old history of Mardi Gras.

Mardi Gras is a Christian holiday and popular cultural phenomenon that dates back thousands of years to pagan spring and fertility rites. Also known as Carnival or Carnaval, it’s celebrated in many countries around the world—mainly those with large Roman Catholic populations—on the day before the religious season of Lent begins. When Christianity arrived in Rome, religious leaders decided to incorporate these popular local traditions into the new faith, an easier task than abolishing them altogether. As a result, the excess and debauchery of the Mardi Gras season became a prelude to Lent, the 40 days of fasting and penance between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday. .Along with Christianity, Mardi Gras spread from Rome to other European countries, including France, Germany, Spain and England. Brazil, Venice and New Orleans play host to some of the holiday’s most famous public festivities, drawing thousands of tourists and revelers every year.

Traditionally, in the days leading up to Lent, merrymakers would binge on all the rich, fatty foods—meat, eggs, milk, lard and cheese—that remained in their homes, in anticipation of several weeks of eating only fish and different types of fasting.

Mardi Gras is traditionally celebrated on “Fat Tuesday,” the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent. In many areas, however, Mardi Gras has evolved into a week-long festival. Traditions vary by region but often include lavish balls, parades, throwing beads and king cake.

Mardi Gras 2024 will fall on Tuesday, February 13.

Santa Fe Auto Sound Wins the KICKER Prize on The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 258

SHREVEPORT LA (02.10.24)  WTF…Win This Friday. Santa Fe Auto Sound won the KICKER prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 258 Friday morning, February 9th.

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 258th time on Friday morning February 9th. The Wheel landed on the KICKER space and the Santa Fe Auto Sound 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 will reach out to the lucky winning retailer in Overland Park KS with the news. Santa Fe Auto Sound is just west across the Missouri boarder in Kansas, Santa Fe Auto Sound has been a fixture in the Kansas City marketplace since 1967. We look forward to speaking with the Santa Fe Auto Sound team after they receive their KICKER prize.

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 and Ultimate Sounds in Chattanooga TN.

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 257 on Friday, February 16th. 

Alpine Now Shipping PrismaLink™ Subwoofer Enclosures

AUBURN HILLS, MI (02.09.24) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. (“Alpine”) is now shipping the PrismaLink™ S-Series Preloaded Subwoofer Wedge Enclosure line.

PrismaLink™ is a sealed wedge enclosure line that comes preloaded with a subwoofer from Alpine’s Next-Generation S-Series line. It features RGBW multi-color trim bar lighting controlled by an included IR remote or the iLX-W670 (sold separately) via Lighting Link feature.

The enclosures have a multi-link design that can connect dual, triple, and even quad-enclosures with an optional linking kit. When used as a multi-linked enclosure application, the lighting feature can connect across the subwoofers for an uninterrupted visual experience.

The PrismaLink™ S-Series Preloaded Subwoofer Wedge Enclosure line is available in a 12” (S2-SB12) option for $399.95, a 10” (S2-SB10) option for $379.95 and an 8” (S2-SB8) option for $329.95. The PrismaLink™ Linking Kits are available in a 12” (KTX-LK12) option for $69.95, 10” (KTX-LK10) option for $59.95, and 8” (KTX-LK8) option for $49.95. All models can be purchased at Alpine Authorized retailers and Preferred Online Stores. Please check the store locator on http://www.alpine-usa.com for details.

Features:
S2-SB12 PrismaLink™ 12” S-Series Preloaded Subwoofer Wedge Enclosure
Sealed Wedge Style Enclosure with Preloaded S2-W12D4 12” S-Series Subwoofer
RGBW Multi-color Trim Bar Lighting with IR Remote
12 Changeable Static Colors, 4-Dynamic Modes
Multi-Link Capable (Link 2 or more enclosures together)
Carbon Fiber / Poly Propylene Subwoofer Cone for Lightweight Construction with High Output and Low Distortion
Enhanced “Punch” and Accurate Bass
High-Amplitude Multi-Roll (H.A.M.R.) Surround
Dimensions: 16.5”(W) x 15”(H) x 13.25”(D)
Frequency Response: 23Hz-215Hz
Sensitivity: 86dB
Nominal Impedance: 2Ω (4+4)
Power Handling: 600W RMS / 1800W Peak
Compatible with KTX-LK12 Linking Kit & KTX-EBKT Mounting Brackets
Compatible with iLX-W670 for Lighting Link Control

S2-SB10 PrismaLink™ 10” S-Series Preloaded Subwoofer Wedge Enclosure
Same as above with:
Sealed Wedge Style Enclosure with Preloaded S2-W10D2 10” S-Series Subwoofer
Dimensions: 14.5”(W) x 13”(H) x 11.25”(D)
Compatible with KTX-LK10 Linking Kit & KTX-EBKT Mounting Brackets
Frequency response: 25-215Hz
Sensitivity: 85dB
Power Handling: 600W RMS / 1800W Peak

S2-SB8 PrismaLink™ 8” S-Series Preloaded Subwoofer Wedge Enclosure
Same as above with:
Sealed Wedge Style Enclosure with Preloaded S2-W8D2 8” S-Series Subwoofer
Dimensions: 12.5”(W) x 11”(H) x 9.25”(D)
Compatible with KTX-LK8 Linking Kit & KTX-EBKT Mounting Brackets
Frequency response: 35-215Hz
Sensitivity: 83dB
Power Handling: 300W RMS / 900W Peak

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

Alpine Names 2023 Rep and Rep Firm of the Year

AUBURN HILLS, MI (02.08.24) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. (“Alpine”) named their 2023 Rep of the Year and Rep Firm of the Year for Alpine during the Annual Brand Summit meeting on Thursday, February 1 at the Paris Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. These annual awards recognize independent rep firms and Alpine’s direct reps who strongly commit to the Alpine brand by providing exceptional sales and marketing growth.

L to R: Kunihiko Sato (Executive Director), Colette Beaudoin, and Gregg Thomas (Director of National Sales).
L to R: Kunihiko Sato, Greg Douglas, Jason Hannon (West Coast Regional Manager), and Gregg Thomas.

“We’re thrilled to continue the tradition of gathering as a company and honoring those who have gone above and beyond in their role at Alpine,” said Gregg Thomas, Director of National Sales for the Alpine Brand Division at Alps Alpine North America, Inc. “These individuals represent the very best of what the Alpine brand has to offer and continue to positively impact Alpine’s reputation in the aftermarket car audio industry with their professionalism and dedicated service.”

L to R: Greg Boylan, Roy Meyer (East Coast Regional Manager), Chuck Otatti, Jamie White, Todd Ess, and Gregg Thomas.

The 2023 award winners include:

2023 Rep Firm of the Year
Opus Marketing Group
Jaime White, Principal, Greg Boylan, Chuck Otatti, and Todd Ess

2023 Rep of the Year
Greg Douglas, Alpine West Coast Region

2023 OPTIM Leadership Award
Colette Beaudoin, Alpine East Coast Region

Award recipients were chosen by Alpine senior leadership based on an evaluation of their sales, marketing, customer service, and communication for 2023.

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

NOT EVERYTHING THAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS NEEDS TO STAY IN VEGAS

SHREVEPORT, LA (02.07.24) – KnowledgeFest 2024 arrived in Las Vegas with meetings, trainings, a busy event floor, networking and awards. Over 60 top industry brands exhibited their latest products and programs for attendees to experience. The 12volt Central Studios is working to extend those substantial investments for industry companies and friends well beyond the Las Vegas city limits.

From the NavAtlas booth a K’FEST Patrick Brooks, National Sales Manager, related “It was a great turn out and we had a lot of traffic. The focal point in our display was the off-road communications. Dealers and distributors are starting to see there is another revenue stream with off-road communications and they should start taking advantage of the category to drive sales.”
The large MUSWAY booth featured loaded demo vehicles to showcase the company’s latest products to drive future growth.
D Source Distributing was named the PowerBass Distributor of the Year 2023 for the Central. Jeff Falk and Erik Harbour from PowerBass flank Jeff and Josh holding their award.

In today’s world, and the 12volt world, it’s hard to find positive news. The 12volt News, and the 12volt Central Studios, work to deliver positive industry news each business day. Creating the 12voltSTP in 2020 is another example of making it easy for industry members to put their company’s brand and activities in front of members of the 12volt industry. Snap..Txt..Presto.. your company’s positive news could be in the news. 318 465 0844 is the number.

The busy Morel Booth was totally packed with new products in this image from David Toliver with Synergy Marketing.
The Race Sport Lighting showcased the company’s wide selection of products and the possibilities for creating lighting category profit centers in dealer stores. David Toliver, Synergy Marketing, supplied this image.
“Audiomobile returned to the KnowledgeFest Las Vegas Expo for the third consecutive year. We enjoyed a very successful event where several new advanced high-power drivers, as well as the exciting new ‘SPEED’ Series of ‘Vehicle Spec’ enclosures were introduced” Matt Overpeck related.
More news from vendors that utilized the 12voltSTP Tool in Vegas is spotlighted below. 

With the advent of social media Facebook and Instagram platforms became key vehicles for information and news delivery. The fact remains people need still, and look forward to, receiving positive news. That is also true for the business realm that includes the 12volt Industry.

The Blaupunkt team gives a big thumbs up in their booth. Chuck Kenney, National Sales Manager, is in the center with Paul, Nelson, Kam and Mario (L to R)

To deliver fresh industry news to members of the mobile electronics industry the 12volt Central Studios makes multiple posts on Instagram and Facebook each business day. Snap and Txt and an image with a few to 318-465-0844. PRESTO, your positive news could be delivered to members of the 12volt industry. On Instagram and Facebook @12voltnews has over 10,000 followers on each platform. Those followers are dedicated members of the 12volt industry.

The 12volt Central Studios works to put out more fresh industry news than anyone.

Visit instagram.com/12voltnews for more.

Not Everything That Happens In Vegas Needs To Stay In Vegas

SHREVEPORT, LA (02.06.24) – KnowledgeFest 2024 arrived in Las Vegas with meetings, trainings, a busy event floor, networking and awards. Over 60 top industry brands exhibited their latest products and programs for attendees to experience. The 12volt Central Studios is working to extend those substantial investments for industry companies and friends.

The massive KICKER booth on the event floor was Livin’Loud and highlighted big bass plus innovation.
The Lucas Lighting booth was busy and introduced the new Lucas Automotive NA AGM Battery Line to the US Market

In today’s world, and the 12volt world, it’s hard to find positive news. The 12volt News, and the 12volt Central Studios, work to deliver positive industry news each business day. Creating the 12voltSTP is another example of making it easy for industry members to put their company’s brand and activities in front of members of the 12volt industry. Snap..Txt..Presto.. your company’s positive news could be in the news. 318-465-0844 is the number.

PowerBass congratulates Davis Distribution Systems as the Eastern Distributor of the Year. Pictured Robert, Jeff, Sam, Rudy and Erik Jeff and Erik also showcased the latest PowerBass products to attendees.
This amazing new JVC display was showcased as a new in-store display for JVC dealers.

News from vendors that utilized the 12voltStp Tool is spotlighted below.

With the advent of social media Facebook and Instagram platforms became key vehicles for information and news delivery. The fact remains people need still, and look forward to, receiving news. That is also true for the business realm that includes the 12volt Industry.

This Kenwood meeting prepared representatives for the busy year ahead for the company’s broad selection of products.
Rich De Sclafani and his daughter Angelina pictured in the RDV booth where the new Pre-Amp interfaces were a hot product.

To deliver fresh industry news to members of the mobile electronics industry the 12volt Central Studios makes multiple posts on Instagram and Facebook each business day.  Snap and Txt and txt image with a few to 318-465-0844. Presto, your positive news could be delivered to members of the 12volt industry. On Instagram and Facebook @12voltnews has over 10,000 followers on each platform. Those followers are dedicated members of the 12volt industry.

Ignacio Ayala, checking the price on a Race Sport Lighting product for an interested dealer in the booth filled with the company’s wide selection of lighting products.

The 12volt Central Studios works to put out more fresh industry news than anyone.

Visit instagram.com/12voltnews for more.