Sanford Sound Scores Big with the Alpine Experience Event

SANFORD, ME (06.12.23) – Sanford Sound hosted an Alpine Experience on Tuesday, June 6th. The Alpine Pickup rolled in with Colin Vargo, Alpine Brand Specialist, behind the wheel. Vargo was joined by Alpine Direct Representive Colette Beaudoin and the final setup for the event took place on the windy Tuesday. Nate Merrille, Sanford Sound representative from area distributor GoFast Solutions, was also in the house.

Jack Bogard, and the Sanford Sound crew, had the grounds in front of the store well prepared. In fact, Bogard’s classic Chevy pickup and Alpine banners were in place beginning May 24th. A custom-crafted Alpine surfboard was showcased on the side of the truck.

Sanford Sound began this Alpine graphic posts on April 29th and included 7 more posts before the June 6th event.

“The Alpine Experience event was a key promotion for us this summer. Therefore we started letting enthusiasts in Sanford know about the Alpine Experience at our store. The first post of the event on social media was actually on April 29th when we posted the Apline supplied graphic” Bogard related. The Alpine supplied Experience graphic was posted 8 times on Sanford Sound social media leading up to the June 6th event.

“We had many phone calls leading up to the event and people started showing up early Tuesday morning. Colin and Colette did at least 40 demos during the day with people seated in the Alpine demo truck. All were amazed when their demo was finished. We had asked peope to bring their favorite song for a demo. Those who did let us know their favorite song had never sounded like that as they heard something like a live concert” Bogard stated.

Jack Bogard, Nate Merrille Go Fast Solutions with Colette Beaudoin and Colin Vargo from Alpine.

During the day sales were strong as customers made purchases. There was lunch from the grill and product raffles. More customers booked appoints and business continued from the event through the end of the week.

Colin, Jack and the Sanford Sound team Kevin, Jay, Matt and Justin (LtoR).

“I want to thank my wife Christine who worked through the day as well as Team members Kevin, Jay, Matt, and Justin. A very big thank you to our business partner Alpine. It is terrific Alpine understands how important it is to connect with enthusiasts on the brick and mortar showroom floor” Bogard concluded.

Jack Bogard, an Alpine raffle winner, Christine Bogard and Colin Vargo (L to R).

Since Sanford Sound opened in 1995, with Jack Bogard behind the wheel, the company has proactively worked to connect with consumers and organizations by hosting events in the store, in the store’s parking lot and grounds plus at off-site events. Today, Sanford Sound is the established store for audio in-vehicle, Powersports, marine and motorcycles. Home AV and office applications are also on the menu.

After a long day and very successful event Colin and Colette flank Jack in the Sanford Sound showroom.

Sanford, ME is a town of just over 22,000. Over the past 25+ years the Sanford Sound has stretched well beyond the town’s borders throughout the region.

Visit sanfordsound.com for more.

Superior Audio Sounds Wins RDV Prize on The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 223

SHREVEPORT LA (06.03.23)  WTF…Win This Friday. Superior Audio Sounds won the RDV prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 223 on Friday morning, June 9th.

It was terrific to get back into the 12volt Central Studios again and beginning to roll the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel after the 2 months pause following the fall on Monday morning April 3rd.

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 223rd time on Friday morning June 9th. The Wheel landed on the RDV Automotive Technology space and the Superior Audio Sounds 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 retailer in San Angelo TX and spoke with Ken Smith. He was very happy to hear the news and looks forward to receiving the RDV prize. Ken said business is rockin’ at his store. He is also looking forward to the brisket that is on the grill outside the install bay. He said “It sure smells good!”

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, Aphpasonik 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  and American Audio Concepts in Houston TX..

Congratulations to all.

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

Maxxsonics Includes Tons of Incentives to Become a New Dealer

LIBERTYVILLE, IL (06.09.23) – Building off the success of last week’s Brick-and-Mortar Initiative launch program, Maxxsonics continues to bring incredible benefits and discounts for brand-new brick-and-mortar dealers nationwide. Maxxsonics is calling – SO PICK UP THE PHONE! We are continuing to call thousands of new dealers nationwide and deliver incredible benefits, perks, and discounts for signing up and becoming a new dealer with Maxxsonics. Maxxsonics is setting up stores with a high-profit margin with Brick-and-Mortar exclusive product lines.

The advantages and benefits new dealers have been waiting for! Stay by that phone because WE are calling and want you. Maxxsonics will be offering a ton of perks for new dealers for the Brick-and-Mortar Initiative that include – dealer incentive programs, quarterly rebates, dealer locater placement on the Maxxsonics websites, strictly enforced MAP products, non-internet dealer-specific products, free freight, and high-profit exclusive brick-and-mortar product lines.

Some of these exclusive brick-and-motor product lines include the ALL-NEW Hifonics BRUTUS ELITE 40th Anniversary amplifier line (with an included built-in processor enhancing playback and sound) and our best-in-class vehicle-specific kits for Jeep vehicles and market-leading UTVs. ALL-NEW MB Quart Jeep Tuned Audio products include Rear Overhead Soundbars (for Jeep Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT vehicles) and the ALL-NEW JL Tailgate subwoofer system (exclusive for Jeep Wrangler JL vehicles).

Alden Stiefel, President of Maxxsonics, said, “Every new dealer nationwide that signs up with Maxxsonics will be receiving incredible perks and benefits. From free freight to quarterly rebates and strictly enforced MAP products, dealers are going to love what we are going to offer them, and I am extremely excited to see the results and outcome of this brand-new Maxxsonics Brick-and-Mortar Initiative program launching this week.”

Sam Dattalo, Vice President of Sales at Maxxsonics, said, “What an amazing time to become a dealer with Maxxsonics. I am excited for all of the new dealers nationwide that take advantage of everything we are going to offer. We truly care as a company about our new dealers and the advantages we can give them with exclusive product offerings. I am excited to see the results of Maxxsonics Brick-and-Mortar Initiative, and I am sure they are going to be above and beyond.”

Maxxsonics is very excited to be launching this brand-new Brick-and-Mortar Initiative. With tons of advantages and bonuses to becoming a new dealer with Maxxsonics to receiving some huge discounts like dealer incentive programs, quarterly rebates, and non-internet dealer-specific products – the ALL-NEW Brick-and-Mortar Initiative offers incredible benefits for new dealers nationwide with high-profit margins and is going to be one that many new dealers will want to take advantage of – especially with all of the high-profit Brick-and-Mortar exclusive product lines and offerings.

Get ready to PICK UP THE PHONE because we are calling! Head over to maxxsonics.com for more details on Maxxsonics and its entire family of audio brands.

Real Audio Bike And Car Show Spotlights The SlingShot Takeover

ERIE, PA (06.08.23) – Real Audio continued to connect with area enthusiasts on Friday and Saturday, June 2nd and 3rd. The Bike and Car Show also included spotlighting the hot SlingShot that is seeing growth in the audio and lighting categories with 12volt retailers across the US.

Kyle Klaus, Real Audio owner, related “We are seeing growing consumer interest in owning SlingShots. Traditional 12volt audio and lighting products are natural add-ons for SlingShot and other 3 wheel vehicles. We are now doing a couple a month and the owners are not looking for a basic deck and a couple of speakers.”

Kyle Klaus is driving visibility and business with SlingShot sales.
During the Saturday day over 40 SlingShot riders cruised the streets in Erie.

Real Audio consistently develops events that connect with Erie community members. Those events also draw enthusiast from other cities. As part of the Bike and Car Show a raffle for a loaded Toy Jeep was on the schedule. Over 300 raffle tickets were sold and the proceeds were presented to Blayke who is a young girl fighting cancer. Grant Miller, who owns a local business, was the winner of the Toy Jeep loaded with 4 DB Drive 4” speakers and a small footprint amp with Bluetooth.

Real Audio sponsored a successful Toy Jeep raffle to benefit Blayke who is a young girl battling cancer.

“Certainly the ride through the streets of Erie was a highlight of the event filled weekend. To see 40 or more SlingShots driving single file stretching over the top of the next hill was very cool. Over the course of the event connecting with enthusiasts and having them see products and projects at the store was very positive. Seems when people come into the store they will see something they didn’t know was available” Klaus commented.

Grant Miller, the Toy Jeep raffle winner, with the prize in his business showroom.
This nighttime image showcases lighting on SlingShots…plus draws attention to the Real Audio building.

Since opening the new location in September of 2022 business has been strong and increasing. Dramatic lighting on the store’s exterior certainly continues the Real Audio branding message through the night hours.

Since opening the new location in September ‘22 Real Audio has been connecting with consumers across the Erie PA area.

SlingShot Takeover events are taking place in cities across the US. House Of Sound, Houston-based, sent a crew of 4 pulling a trailer on the 550 mile trip for the Kansas City SlingFest June 2nd. The House of Sound crew showcased one of the company’s award winning SlingShots and offered onsite installations.

Visit kylesrealaudio.com for more.

The Alpine Experience at Xtreme Auto Sound Louisville

LOUISVILLE, KY (06.07.23) – Early Friday morning, June 2nd, the Alpine Experience RAM and event tent were in place out front at Xtreme Auto Sound. Shortly after enthusiasts and Jeepers started to arrive to upgrade the audio in their rides.

The Alpine RAM set up early Friday morning for the Alpine Experiment event.

Tony Zagata, Xtreme owner, related “Chris had all in place with demos outside and our crew had Alpine products stacked on the floor and on tables in our showroom. We have 7 members on our team and all we were busy throughout the day.”

Jeepers arrived early to grab the Alpine Experience specials.
The specials were stacked on tables and the floor in the showroom.

Tony Zagata, Xtreme owner, related “Chris had all in place with demos outside and our crew had Alpine products stacked on the floor and on tables in our showroom. We have 7 members on our team and all we were busy throughout the day.”

Chris Reavis offered “It was definitely a super busy day. On several occasions I saw Tony and staff members carrying stacks of Alpine products back to the shop for installations.”

Tony Zagata made trips with Alpine products to the shop for installations.
Alpine products were stacked for installations.

Several full Alpine systems were installed during the day. Zagata commented “We have developed a loyal following of Jeepers in the area. They are a community and share good experiences with fellow Jeepers which leads to business with their community.”

The large installation shop was very busy throughout the day.

This year Xtreme Auto Sound is celebrating 20 years in Louisiville. Over those two decades the company has grown into a leading 12volt retailer in the area. The showroom in the 8,000 sq ft location spotlights the Alpine brand. The large installation area is well organized and definitely lets customers know their rides will be well taken care of during an installation.

“Day in and day out we strive to take care of our customers and deliver the very best for enjoyment in their rides. We thank all at Alpine for initiating the Alpine Experience” Zagata concluded.

In the months of June and July Alpine has 18 Alpine Experience events scheduled across the US.

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

KICKER Returns to Slamology for 20th Anniversary

STILLWATER, OK (06.06.23) – Now in its second decade of sponsorship, KICKER® will once again attend and put its brand name with Slamology – one of the largest car-audio events in the country. The 20-year show will take place June 10-11 at Lucas Oil Raceway near Indianapolis, and it will also observe the unveiling and playing of the highly anticipated KICKER “Gates” Bronco.

The KICKER-built Bronco, which pays homage to Alma Gates’ “Beast” from 20 years ago, houses a 30,000-watt system with nine 12-inch KICKER SoloX subwoofers. KICKER’s booth area will also feature four other extreme builds, including Andy Magill’s famed “Cookie Monster,” Slamology founder Donnie Babb’s magazine-worthy Mazda® truck, and the “Bone Shaker” rocket-powered big rig from Canada. The booth will be located on the south side of the show in Audio Vendor Row, where full-tilt demo sessions will regularly occur.

“It’s truly astounding that we’ve made it to our 20th annual event,” said Babb, president of GaugeMagazine.com and Slamology. Lucas Oil Raceway Park has proven to be the perfect venue for our continued expansion. We invite you to join us on Friday night free-of-charge for our 20-year birthday anniversary block party.”

In addition to Slamology’s well-earned reputation as a first-class car show, it is also known to be the premiere car-audio event on the planet, with more than 2,000 vehicles already committed to attend.
Simultaneously, USACi, MECA, IASCA and Bass Wars will all have independent, multi-point car-audio competitions, featuring hundreds of the world’s best Sound Quality and SPL competitors vying for much-desired championship points, trophies and prizes.

Slamology anticipates attendance in excess of 20,000 spectators. The show also features live, local bands on stage, along with a tattoo competition, auto-limbo, a hydraulic contest, big-rig show, bikini contest and more.

For more information, consumers can visit slamology.com online.

Tint World Announces Opening of Eighth Location in North Carolina

FAYETTEVILLE, NC (06.05.23) – Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ celebrates the soft opening of its new location in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Tint World® Fayetteville, owned by Shawn McMaster, Jaysen McMaster Foreman, and Candi Krueger, provides premium automotive aftermarket styling services for residents in the Fayetteville area, including the brave service members stationed at Fort Bragg.

“The three of us share a passion for automobiles, and we all love North Carolina,” said Shawn McMaster. “We have extensive experience with Tint World®, and we are proud to bring their world-class offerings to the Fayetteville community. We are also thrilled to be able to serve Fort Bragg and the area’s military community. Our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility is backed by Tint World®’s industry-leading business model, which is based on equipping its franchisees with all the tools needed for success. As a result, we’re uniquely positioned — and excited — to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers.”

Tint World® Fayetteville marks the eighth location in North Carolina, with their official grand opening celebration scheduled for July. Shawn, Jaysen, and Candi also own and operate Tint World® Greensboro and have two additional Tint World® franchise locations scheduled to open in the near future.

“Our continuing success throughout North Carolina demonstrates the strength of Tint World®’s proven franchise system and vision for growth,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World®. “Shawn, Jaysen and Candi have embraced our reliable, repeatable processes, with results that speak for themselves. Their continued commitment to Tint World® and their customers shows what is possible for our franchisees, inspiring all of us to continue aiming for the highest levels of success.”

Tint World® Fayetteville, located at 621 Bonanza Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina 28303, serves Fayetteville, Stedman, Fort Bragg, Dunn, Hope Mills, Woodbridge, Judson, Fenix, East Over, Wade, and Vander. To book an appointment, request a quote, or find out more about the store and its products and services, call (910) 900-8318 or visit https://www.tintworld.com/locations/nc/fayetteville-163/.

American Audio Concepts Wins JBL Prize on The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 222

SHREVEPORT LA (06.03.23) WTF…Win This Friday. American Audio Concepts won the JBL prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 222 on Friday morning, June 3rd.

It was terrific to get back into the 12volt Central Studios again and roll the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel after 2 months following the fall on Monday morning April 3rd.

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 222 time on Friday morning June 2nd. The Wheel landed on the JBL space and the American Audio Concepts 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 retailer in Houston and will continue to contact them to let them know a JBL 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, Aphpasonik 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 and Jimmy_Sound_System in Lawrence MA .

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, April 7th.

It’s Summertime… Let’s Get ‘Jammin’ N June’ to Drive Sales

12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (06.02.23) – ‘Jammin’ N June’… It’s Summertime and time for 12volt dealers to ‘Crank It Up’ and drive sales! It’s Summertime and time for consumers to get Jammin’ N June with great gear for their rides. HiTech in-dash media, powerful amps and speakers that rock plus much more will get their rides Jammin’ N June.

This custom Jammin’ N June graphic can get the ball rolling. There is No Charge. In today’s marketplace proactive 12volt retailers are utilizing social media to connect with followers and consumers. 12volt retailers can post this FREE graphic on their Instagram and Facebook accounts. The graphic is square for the Instagram and Facebook templates….Simply screenshot and size the graphic!!! In the comments area dealers can highlight their brands and exciting activities…. Special offers too!

Jammin’ N June. Those words, and that message, can grab the attention of followers and consumers to create in-store traffic for 12volt retailers.

Online sales have been on a steady rise for the past several years. The COVID-19 Pandemic, along with stimulus checks, led to a dramatic spike in overall 12volt sales which has come to an end. Jammin’ N June themed activities by proactive 12volt retailers can drive social media awareness and traffic into their stores… and very importantly drive sales.

It’s imperative that 12volt retailers create a powerful in-store experience for consumers in the showroom. An impressive demonstration will bring a smile to the consumer’s face and can raise the hair on their arms.

Sound-Off events and in-person activities are once again creating excitement. These facts indicate 12volt enthusiasts are ready to Crank It Up and get Jammin’ N June.

From the 12volt Central Studios we will continue to showcase positives across the 12volt industry. The new 12voltSTP Tool makes that easier than ever. Snap an image with your smartphone. Txt that image to 318-469-2526. PRESTO. Your store’s positive activities could be in the news.

As an industry ‘Let’s Get Our Shine On.’ Let’s get Jammin’ N June!

Much more to come from the 12volt Central Studios.

KICKER Marine Audio Joins Formula 1 Powerboat Championship Official Series Audio Sponsor

STILLWATER, OK (06.01.23) – KICKER Marine Audio will join the Formula 1 Powerboat Championship at Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, June 1-3, 2023 as part of the LOTO Powerfest event. In conjunction with OPA (Offshore Powerboat Association) the annual event will feature some of the fastest boats in the world, including offshore and circuit boats. The Powerfest excitement will take place in front of Shady Gators waterfront bar and Camden on the Lake Resort at the 7-mile marker.

“The performance boater that is drawn to this type of event is definitely the KICKER Marine Audio customer who expects the same kind of performance from his or her boat’s sound system,” says Jeremy Bale, Brand Manager, “We are pleased to partner with Formula 1 Powerboat on this and other events to bring KICKER into the sport. ‘Go Overboard’ is our marine slogan and that certainly fits the Formula 1 and Powerfest profile!” he adds.

F1 Race Ride Experience Boat

The Stillwater, OK-based company has been “Livin’ Loud” for 50 years and will be a welcomed addition to all the festivities planned in various locations. As the “Official Series Audio Partner,” KICKER will have an active display of its marine components and sound systems, participate in the Friday Night Street Party and will again add its sponsorship to “F1 Race Ride Experience” for the second consecutive year. The 2-seater pace boat for the race series is also used to provide rides to VIPs, dignitaries, media and sponsors, to help introduce the excitement of racing to the public. Promoted via social media and at the events, the rides share the thrill of boating at dragster-like speeds of over 100 mph and is used as an educational tool to introduce youth to the sport. KICKER Marine Audio’s logo will be placed on the boat and safety gear, providing excellent visibility throughout the race.

Tim Seebold, F1 Powerboats managing director, brings the F1 Series to his hometown of the Lake of the Ozarks where powerboating is the most popular summer activity. Seebold states, “I’m proud to bring our championship caliber powerboat racing home to the lake area and look forward to an exciting weekend of racing and entertainment. We are also grateful to our sponsor, KICKER Marine Audio for adding its powerful sound and support to the championship.”

Feel the thrill of racing in the F1 Race Ride Experience!

Contrasting disciplines of Offshore Powerboat racing and F1 racing will complement each other, treating fans to the nonstop racing action. The larger offshore boats from 30’-50’ long, are capable of speeds of over 180 mph on a larger racecourse, while the F1 boats are 17’ agile Formula boats, reaching speeds of 120 mph and are capable of cornering while pulling over 5 G’s on the smaller course set up off Lazy Gators Point.

Spectators will have the opportunity to view all the racing action from land and water. Land viewing and VIP locations are at both Shady Gators and Camden on the Lake Resort. Boaters can view on the water outside of the racecourse’s safety zone, stretching between the 4 and 7-mile markers.

The events kick off at the Driver Registration/Meet and Greet Party at Horseshoe Bend Restaurant, located off Hwy HH Thursday evening at 6 PM. Friday’s activities start at 8 AM in the teams’ pit and vendor booth area. The impressive display of horsepower at the Friday Night Street Party allows fans to get up close and personal with the drivers, teams, and colorful race boats. Saturday begins with 9 AM testing, Opening Ceremonies at 11 AM, followed by racing which concludes just after 4 PM. The awards ceremony party will wrap the event at 6 PM at The Encore Lakeside Grill and Sky Bar Restaurant.

For more event information, visit Formula 1 Powerboat Championship or LOTO Powerfest. For information on KICKER Marine Audio, visit www.kicker.com/marine-audio.