LONG BEACH, CA (10.16.23) – Prepare for an electrifying experience at the upcoming JVC EDA Hot Shots Part Deux event in Orlando this weekend, as Fender’s legendary visionary and charismatic product maestro, Rich McDonald, takes the stage as the keynote speaker.
Hosted by JVC as part of its commitment to the Elite Distributor Alliance (EDA), a group of high-integrity regional 12-volt distributors, this event aims to aid in creating a more organized and predictable business environment. Building on the success of last year’s Hot Shots, this year’s Part Deux event focuses on increasing the knowledge and skill sets of EDA distributor sales personnel. Attendees will benefit from a master class in selling with a deeper dive into JVC, featuring appearances by industry experts, including iDatalink’s Matt Yerger and other surprise guests.
McDonald, celebrated for his illustrious 25-year career as the heart and soul of one of America’s most iconic brands, is set to inspire and enthrall attendees with his captivating leadership profile and unique business perspectives.
As the former Chief Product Strategist at Fender, McDonald’s contributions to the company’s product catalog are monumental. He started his journey in 1993 as a small parts coordinator, climbed through the executive ranks, and was promoted to the role of Chief Product Strategist in 2017. In this capacity, he provided invaluable counsel and guidance for Fender’s long-term product vision.
Rich’s influence extends beyond the music industry. Through his current company, McDonald Business Strategies, he actively imparts his unique business insights to iconic American brands such as General Mills, Renfro Corporation, Hillrich and Bradsby – Louisville Slugger, as well as forward-thinking next-generation online retailers like Trend Nation and Vinyl Me, Please.
Rich McDonald’s keynote speech at JVC EDA Hot Shots Part Deux is expected to be a highlight of the event, where he will share his incredible journey, insights, and inspirational perspectives that have shaped the music industry. Attendees can look forward to an unforgettable experience as Rich takes center stage.
SHREVEPORT LA (10.14.23) WTF…Win This Friday. Elevated Design won the CRUX prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 241 on Friday morning, October 13th.
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 5.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 241st time on Friday morning October 13th. The Wheel landed on the CRUX space and the Elevated Design 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 Phoenix AZ. Repeated calls got the ‘We are not available now’ message. Sent an Instagram message letting them know the good news that a CRUX prize will be headed their way.
Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.
12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, AlloyGator, Kenwood, JVC, SD Lighting, Nakamichi, Alphasonik, Race Sport Lighting and Maximum Power. 12volt News $100. cash awards 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 and Voodoo Customs in Haltom City TX.
Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, October 20th.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (10.13.23) – See the latest news from exhibitors of the SEMA Show, October 31-November 3 in Las Vegas.
SEMA Show management is dedicated to making the event as successful and worthwhile as possible for all. Registration is still available online for $120 through the event date. Badge pick-up will be available on-site at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) in the West Hall for those who register online. Full-service registration (and badge pick-up) will be open in South Hall for those who still need to register. Get started on your road to the 2023 SEMA Show by registering today at SEMAShow.com/register!
And, it’s never too early to start your SEMA Show plan. Create a customized schedule, view the floorplan and exhibitor list, browse education sessions, keynote addresses and other Show-related events with the SEMA app atSEMAShow.com/app.
TMI Products TRIM Awards Returns to the SEMA Show
The TMI TRIM Awards will return to the SEMA Show following its successful inaugural launch at the 2022 event when the Best of Show Champ title went to Wes and Vivian Rhydell for their impressive ’41 Chevy two-door Fleetline, a creation by Rad Rides by Troy.
The TRIM Awards gained significant momentum after its partnership with Barrett-Jackson, which culminated in the TRIM Awards Road Tour–a nationwide search for the best TMI-equipped vehicles. The judges selected Dana Estes’ C10 as the Road Show Champ, earning him a coveted spotlight at the SEMA Show, where his vehicle will be in the TMI Products Booth #V196 in the Central Hall.
TMI is not just awarding custom trophies to winners. Each recipient will also receive fantastic prizes from esteemed industry partners, including an invitation to the 2024 Barrett-Jackson Cup in Scottsdale, Arizona, courtesy of Barrett-Jackson, as well as prizes from Mothers Polish, FiTech and Optima Batteries. Individual category winners will also be presented with a TMI $500 voucher, while the Best of Show Champion will receive a certificate for a complete TMI interior for their next build, valued at $10,000.
Expert Panel of Judges
The TRIM Awards will be presented by a distinguished panel of industry insiders, including:
Kevin Oeste: Host of V8 Speed & Resto Shop and the voice of the 2023 SEMA Show.
Sean Holman: Owner of Use For Adventure Agency and co-host of “The Truck Show Podcast.”
Sara Morosan: The 2021 SEMA Person of the Year, multi-Ford Design award winner, and owner of LGE/CTS Motorsports.
Theresa Contreras: PPG Brand ambassador, Multi Ford Design award winner and owner of Baja Forged.
Marcel Venable and Jason Mulligan: Co-owners of Auto Revolution and “Car Guy Confessions,” representing the custom automotive video team.
How to Enter
To enter your vehicle in this year’s TMI TRIM Awards, it must first be on display at the 2023
SEMA Show. Having a TMI Interior in the vehicle is not a requirement as many of the awards are a celebration of creativity and design. Winners must be present during the awards ceremony,
The awards ceremony will take place at the second TMI Products Booth #24477 in Central Hall at 12:00 p.m. PDT on Wednesday, November 1. Winners must be present during the ceremony to receive their trophies and bask in their well-deserved recognition. Interested applicants can enter at tmiproducts.com/blog/tmi-s-trim-awards-2023.
TRIM Awards Categories
Best Car: Open to any car featuring TMI seats.
Best Truck: Open to any truck featuring TMI seats.
Best Custom SUV or Wagon: Open to any SUV or wagon, whether two-door or four-door.
Best Full Interior: Open to any vehicle running a full TMI interior, including all available components from that model line.
Most Creative: Awarded for the best use of patterns, colors, and overall execution.
Best Color-Matching: Recognizing the best use of patterns, colors, and stitching that matches the vehicle’s exterior.
Best Custom Car Interior (open to all Cars at the show): This can be any vehicle with any type of custom interior.
Best Custom Truck Interior (open to all Trucks at the show): This can be any vehicle with any type of custom interior.
Fan Favorite (Chosen on Social Media): Finalists chosen by TRIM Award Judges will be displayed on TMI Social Media channels for audience voting.
Best of Show Champion: Judges will vote on their favorite vehicle at the 2023 SEMA Show, crowning it with the TRIM Award’s highest honor.
The TRIM Awards Rules
To compete for the TRIM awards, entrants must have their vehicles already registered for display at the SEMA Show before registering for the TMI TRIM Awards here. Judging will begin on Tuesday afternoon, October 31, with the announcement of the top 20 vehicles from TMI’s SEMA booth.
The crowning of the TRIM Champion will take place at TMI Products Booth #24477, on Wednesday, November 1, 12:15 p.m. PDT.
CAMARILLO, CA (10.12.23) – ORCA Design and Manufacturing’s fall training and fabrication session, is set at Mobile Solutions in Tempe, Ariz. Select industry installation and fabrication professionals will undergo four days of intense training from October 13 through October 16.
Instruction will consist of the highly rated MasterTech training program taught by Mobile Solutions, in addition to product-specific training led by Orca’s training team. This session will center on the Gladen GA-BARNIE vehicle audio tuning system, which accurately simulates human listening to tailor the sound for drivers and passengers.
“I’m looking forward to seeing all at the Orca/MasterTech Training event. With the recent passing of Todd Ramsey there will be a Monday night class project Tribute to Todd Ramsey and his Mercedes E63 AMG. Tribute details are follow in this press release” Nalaka Adikari, National Sales Manager, stated.
Adding, “I encourage all to bring your windows-based laptop for the BARNIE training. We encourage all to grab your gift bag with your name upon arrival/check in. Also be ready to depart the hotel lobby to Mobile Solutions at 8:30AM and if not attending any of the dinners to inform me as soon as possible.”
“We value our ongoing relationship with Mobile Solutions. Over the years we have seen the improvement of our retailers – in representing our product lines and enhancing the quality and creativity of their builds-as a result of the training they receive in our special sessions. DSP has become a vital component of car audio customization. With the dedicated GA-BARNIE training segment, we ensure our installation professionals master one of the most innovative tools for enhancing the in-vehicle audio experience” Adikari concluded.
Industry veterans Tom Miller, Gary Bell and Chris Pate will be spearheading the special Tribute Honoring Todd Ramsey. The Class Project will be Monday night at the hotel during the private dinner. Many industry members from across the country will be arriving to be a part of the Tribute to Todd Ramsey.
GA-BARNIE is currently available to Orca retailers. For more information on the upcoming training session, please contact your local authorized Orca representative. For more on the GA-BARNIE vehicle audio tuning system, please visit mosconi-america.com.
AUSTIN, TX (10.11.23) – The 26th Annual dB Drag Racing World Finals took place September 30-October 1, 2023 with 4 locations worldwide streaming all weekend. Owensboro KY, Antioch CA, Spruce Grove AB and Ljubljana Slovenia were the sites.
The dB Drag Racing Association wrapped up the 26th Annual dB Drag Racing World Finals September 30 – October 1, 2023. The World Finals was truly an international competition with 232 participants competing in 4 venues from 16 countries around the world. Event locations included: Owensboro, Kentucky; Antioch, CA; Spruce Grove, AB, and Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Competitors competed on Saturday in each of the 4 locations. The winners then competed head-to-head via the Term-LAB Measurement system and the event was live streamed throughout the weekend on dBTV.com. Lots of excitement in the lanes with 14 World Records established and 184.3 dB as the loudest score of the weekend put up by Team GZ Pezi Frank of Germany. The grand finale in Owensboro, KY was a 5-minute DEMO STYLE Deathmatch sponsored by Kicker. The winner of Deathmatch was DD Tank, walking home with $2000 in winner takes all prize!
A huge thanks goes out to the competitors, judges, staff and sponsors. An event of this size and scope with a lot of moving parts was truly amazing.
World Champions:
MHD Brothers (Italy)…………………………………….. dB Drag Racing – Street Stock 1K Team Last Minute (USA)………………………………. dB Drag Racing – Pro Stock 2K Team Baudio – Db Squirrels (Slovenia)…………. dB Drag Racing – Pro Stock 5K Audiodreamland Chris (USA) ……………………….. dB Drag Racing – Pro Stock Trunk 5K Team Kostadopoulos – Allabouttech (Greece)…. dB Drag Racing – Pro Stock Wall 5K Peter Augustijnen (Belgium)………………………….. dB Drag Racing – Pro Stock NL Team Directronix Dan (USA)…………………………. dB Drag Racing – Super Street NW Team Koukakis Ntountounakis (Greece)………… dB Drag Racing – Super Street 1-2 Gormany Cassidy (USA)………………………………. dB Drag Racing – Super Street 3-4 dB Rev Jay (USA)……………………………………….. dB Drag Racing – Super Street 5+ Nickos Athanasiadis (Greece)……………………….. dB Drag Racing – Super Street X Team Vassou – Giorgakis (Greece)……………….. dB Drag Racing – Super Street OG 10K Team GZ Pezi Frank (Germany)……………………. dB Drag Racing – Extreme NL
Audiodreamland Chris (USA) ……………………….. Bass Race – 120.0 dB to 129.9 dB Team Crossfire Brandon (USA)…………………….. Bass Race – 130.0 dB to 139.9 dB Team Directronix Matt (USA)………………………… Bass Race – 140.0 dB to 149.9 dB Team Ground Zero – Gregory (France)………….. Bass Race – 150.0 dB to 159.9 dB
Wallstreet Ron (USA)…………………………………… Psychlone – Demo No Wall Team Crossfire James (USA)……………………….. Psychlone – Demo Wall DD Tank (USA)……………………………………………. Psychlone – Demo Extreme
Peak Freq Daniel New (Canada)…………………… Freestyle – Street Stock 1K Team Chs Hellboys (Austria)………………………… Freestyle – Pro Stock 5k Jl Pro Cab (Mexico)……………………………………… Freestyle – Pro Stock NL Team VooDoo Customs Steve (USA)…………….. Freestyle – Super Street NW Team Directronix Fafo (USA)………………………… Freestyle – Super Street Wall
North American Sponsors: Deaf Bonce / Alphard Group (Presenting Sponsor) – Incriminator Audio (Rings and Badges) – US Amps (Trophies) – SounDigital & Ground Zero (Party) – KICKER (Premier Sponsor including Deathmatch, Plaques, Bags, Points, Show Sponsor) XS Power (Electric) Sundown Audio (Decal & Show) – Show Sponsors: Team Space 4 Bass – Crossfire Car Audio – Directronix – DC Audio – FCBC – TN Bass Racers – Term-LAB – DD Audio – JL Auto Estereos
European Sponsors: For-X, Dragster, SounDigital, Ground Zero, XS Power, B2 Audio, DD Audio, LRF Gold Edition, Steg, B Evil, B Audio
Judging Team: Daren Narine, Doug Stockton, Ray Choy, Bine Zupan, Yiannis Lekkas, Jeffrey Fernandez, Jereme Creamer, Chet Teel, Wyatte Meier, Andre Lohoff and Alex Emrith
Finals Staff: Wayne Harris, Bethany Meier, Malissa Creamer, Dayna Fernandez, FX Audio crew, Celise Harris
Photo credits: World Finals Competitors and spectators, Dayna Fernandez, Ray Choy, George Dimitriadis
GRAPEVINE, TX (10.10.23) – Smart Start, a leading provider of Ignition Interlock Devices in the United States and Globally, today announced a new partnership with M.E.S.A. (Mobile Electronic Specialists of America), a member-owned retailer marketing and buying group in the 12-volt industry. The group is made up of retailers who meet the criteria for membership and vendors who support the independent channel of distribution. This partnership will make Smart Start Ignition Interlock Devices more accessible to drivers across the country.
Under the terms of the agreement, M.E.S.A. will offer Smart Start services at its participating locations nationwide. This will provide drivers with more convenient and affordable options for obtaining and maintaining their Ignition Interlock Devices.
Ryan Gunter, Executive Director
“We are excited to partner with M.E.S.A. to make our Ignition Interlock Devices more accessible to drivers across the country,” said Bob Gallup, Chief Revenue Officer of Smart Start. “M.E.S.A. is a trusted and respected name in the automotive electronics industry, and we are confident their customers will appreciate having the option to obtain and maintain their Smart Start Ignition Interlock Devices at M.E.S.A. locations.”
“Our partnership with Smart Start Ignition Interlock Devices is the best way for our Members to get into this space or expand their reach in their market. The Smart Start team and product is a perfect fit for M.E.S.A. and our Member said Ryan Gunter, Executive Director of M.E.S.A.”
The partnership between Smart Start and M.E.S.A. is a significant step forward in the fight against drunk driving. By making it easier for drivers to obtain and maintain their Smart Start Ignition Interlock Devices at convenient locations with exceptional service, the partnership will help more drivers get the help they need to stay safe on the road.
RICHMOND, VA (10.09.23) – The first of the 3-City Compustar Training Series takes place tonight, Monday October 9th, at the Top Golf location in Richmond VA starting at 5:30.
For Opus Marketing Jamie White related “The remote start season is here. Compustar is a market leader in the category and the 3-City training series will prepare Compustar retailers in the territory with product features and knowledge to maximize sales in the 2023 remote start season and beyond. Hosting the training sessions at Top Golf locations, and providing a delicious dinner, with time on the range will certainly add to the value of dealers attending these events. Compustar’s Jason Ewing, who many will remember from last year’s training series, will once again conduct the Compustar Training sessions.”
After the training session and dinner attendees can stay and enjoy hitting some golf balls on the Top Golf range plus network and catch up and enjoy networking and time with friends.
Following the Compustar Training session in Ricmond the remaining stops are at Top Golf locations on Wednesday October 11th in Baltimore and Thursday October 12th in Philadelphia. See the complete list of locations and evening schedules below.
White concluded “The Opus Marketing Team looks forward to seeing our Compustar retailers at a Top Golf location. Chuck, Todd, Greg and I look forward to a very successful Compustar Training series like we experienced in 2022.”
Below are the dates set for Mid Atlantic Firstech trainings at Topgolf.
10/09/2023 Topgolf Richmond 2308 Westwood Ave Richmond VA, 23230
10/11/2023 Topgolf Baltimore 1411 Warner Street Baltimore MD, 21230
10/12/2023 Topgolf Philadelphia 2140 Byberry Rd Philadelphia PA, 19116
Schedule for Each Training:
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Client Arrival & Set Up
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Training in Meeting Room
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM | Catering & Topgolf
What’s for Dinner: Braised Beef with sauce, Chicken w/ Tomato Basil, Grilled Vegetable Medley, House Salad + low-fat balsamic vinaigrette & ranch dressing, Parmesan Cream Farfalle Pasta, Whipped Butter + kings buns, Fountain Soda, Iced Tea, Coffee and Water
Beverages: 2 x Drink tickets per person. Includes any choice of call liquors, beer or wine. A full list of included beverages are available upon request. Does not include shots or doubles.
For more contact your Opus Marketing representative.
SHREVEPORT LA (10.07.23) WTF…Win This Friday. Voodoo Customs won the AlloyGator prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 240 on Friday morning, October 6th.
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 5.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 240th time on Friday morning October 6th. The Wheel landed on the AlloyGator space and the Voodoo Customs 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 Haltom City TX. Fred Montana, Voodoo Customs owner, was happy to hear the news. Fred competes in a lot of Sound-Offs and the AlloyGator wheel rings could add to his competition vehicle’s look in the lanes.
The AlloyGator 12volt Spin-To-Win 240 prize, in the 12volt Central Studios, will be headed to Fred Montana at Voodoo Customs in Haltom City TX.
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, AlloyGator, Kenwood, JVC, SD Lighting, Nakamichi, Alphasonik, Race Sport Lighting and Maximum Power. 12volt News $100. cash awards 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 and Builds by Paul in Litchfield AZ.
Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, October 13th.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ (10.06.23) – The JETS-CHIEFS game at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday night October 1st was the hottest ticket of the NFL Football weekend. When attendees rolled into the tailgate area of the MetLife Stadium the first thing they saw was Ramzil Khalil’s JETS green Tesla with green LED’s lighting up the massive parking lot. When the attendees opened their doors they heard the Tesla rockin’.
Ramzil Khalil, Dave Russell, Will Sullivan and Morris Hartman (LtoR) with Ramzil’s JETS-badged Tesla Model Y that drew a crowd in the MetLife Stadium tailgate area.
Ramzil has been a JETS fan for years and this Tesla, totally decked with a full 12volt system and upgrades, is his latest personal vehicle featuring a large JETS logo. Ramzil is a Brooklyn Car Audio staff member with 10 years on the job and is sales floor manager. Many days his new Tesla is packed outside the store grabbing attention as drivers drive by the store.
“The whole football world was excited about the JETS-CHIEFS Sunday night game. When I drove into the MetLife Stadium parking tailgate area it was totally packed and heads started turning my way with horns honking and thumbs up. When I parked people started to gather and pose for selfies and want demos of the system. It is amazing how the Tesla draws a crowd. Seeing the Brooklyn Car Audio badging is certainly good for business too” Ramzil related.
At the JETS-CHIEFS game there were also special 12volt industry guests including Dave Russell, The Progressive Group, who was in town. He was joined by Brooklyn Car Stereo’s Will Sullivan and Progressive Group area Representative Morris Hartman.
“Ramzil’s JETS Tesla was a real ‘Swiftee’ parked in the tailgate area. It was amazing how that car drew a crowd that wanted to see it, hear it and take pictures. Seeing people so exited was a highlight of the night as the JETS lost the game in the final couple minutes” Hartman said.
At the next JETS home game Ramzil will have his JETS badged Highlander in the tailgate area with LED’s shining and tunes rocking for attendees getting set to go into MetLife Stadium.
TAMPA, FL (10.05.23) – The 2023 IBEX Show is October 3-5 in Tampa FL where marine focused companies are showcasing their latest products in the Tampa Convention Center and dockside. A number of 12volt focused companies are on site with booths inside and featuring their marine lineups as attendees walk the aisles and docks outside.
KICKER Marine is onsite with a large presence inside the CPS Marine booth. Marine Sport Lighting and Memphis Audio are also in the CPS Marine booth highlighting the company’s broad marine lineup.
Hertz also has a major presence on show floor and outside with a number of Hertz Audio cruisers. Hertz Marine was honored with an IBEX 2023 Innovations Award for the company’s HTX 8H S-FL G horn design tower speaker that delivers crystal-clear audio well outside the wake.
Audiopipe Marine has a large booth with many displays highlighting specific marine products. A product that caught the eyes of attendees is a 7-lead speaker wire designed with a separate leads for LED RGB speakers. The new product greatly reduces the installation time.
Ed Nuttall, Team Nutz-Pittsburg, made the trip to Tampa. Nuttall related “Nina and I came down looking for new marine products and accessories. We were not disappointed with we saw for the marine side of our business. Roswell Marine was a new brand that offers a selection audio, towers, racks and accessories. I see many possibilities for that line and would not have known about Roswell Marine without attending IBEX. Experiencing the loaded cruisers dockside definitely created sound and water waves. Show officials were on hand to tell all to dial back the volume.
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