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The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel To Be Spinning in June

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SHREVEPORT LA (05.27.23) WTF…Win This Friday. The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is set to Spin again on Friday June 2nd. 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 set to Spin next Friday, June 2nd.

AlloyGator is now on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel with the next Spin set for next Friday June 2nd. AlloyGator wheel protection systems are engineered with teeth to offer protection for the expensive tires and wheels on the rides of enthusiasts while providing profit opportunities for 12volt retailers.

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, RDV Automotive, Kenwood, JVC, SD Lighting, Nakamichi, AlloyGator and Maximum Power. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for the winning 12volt retailer.

The ambulance ride Monday morning April 3rd sidelined the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel for 2 months.

Over 220 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 and Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME..

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, June 2nd.

Safe and Sound Essex with PowerBass at the Isle of Wight Takeover 2023

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ISLE OF WIGHT, ENGLAND (05.26.23) – The Isle of Wight is a beautiful picturesque small island off the South Coast of England. Thousands of car audio enthusiasts from all over the mainland take the ferry for the one hour ride from Southampton each summer to attend the Isle of Wight Takeover. The Isle Of Wight Takeover 2023 took place on Sunday, May 21st.

The Safe and Sound Essex team-George, Lee and Richard with Carl (LtoR) and the PowerBass van headed to the event site.

Carl Huntington, who drives PowerBass business on the Continent, related “We were waving the PowerBass flag with Safe and Sound Essex at the Isle of Wight Takeover 2023. Lee Glover, and his team members George and Richard, were set up under a PowerBass tent installing and offering PowerBass as the audio option. During the event Safe and Sound Essex sold a selection of PowerBass products and as always the Ford OE Speakers sold like hotcakes.”

Huntington and the Safe and Sound Team arrived Thursday night so there would be ample time to get all set for the Sunday event. They stayed at an Air B&B which gave all an opportunity tp plan the event’s activities and set plans moving forward during the busy summer season. Following the Sunday event the vans were packed up for the trip back to the mainland Monday morning.

As a note of interest gasoline at the present time is running about $8.00 a gallon in the UK. Huntington’s large PowerBass van takes up a lot of space on the old narrow UK roads as he makes trips to see PowerBass dealers.

The PowerBass setup drew attention and drove sales at the Isle of Wight Takeover.
The team stayed in an Air B&B during the event and the PowerBass was loaded with inventory for the event.

Lee Glover’s Safe and Sound Essex has been onboard with PowerBass since Huntington began representing the brand on the European Continent. Over the years Glover has attended CES and toured the PowerBass HQ in Ontario CA.

“Carl and the great dealers like Lee at Safe and Sound Essex have done an amazing job with the PowerBass line across the UK. We love seeing our super partners getting out to events and helping their customers get great sounding car audio” Erik Harbour, VP Product Development & Global Marketing, stated.

Visit safeandsoundessex.co.uk and powerbassusa.com for more.

RDV Automotive Technology Partners with DOW Technologies for Distribution

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POMPANO BEACH, FL (05.25.23) – RDV Automotive Technology, the go to company for Wireless CarPlay Interfaces, is proud to announce DOW Technologies as our newest distribution partner.

DOW Technologies distributes a full selection of 12Volt products to independent dealers across 22 states plus Washington. D.C. and Puerto Rico. DOW is positioning itself to be able to continue to be the one stop shop for car audio and video dealers by identifying profitable solutions that meet the needs of the current state of in-car infotainment and the future of electric vehicles. RDV’s products fit a need that many car owners have for wireless CarPlay and Android Auto. People are holding onto cars longer and even new cars may be missing wireless connectivity due to chip shortages, leading to a large potential customer base. Together, DOW and RDV are the right partners to assist dealers to take advantage of this huge opportunity.

Rich De Sclafani, owner of RDV Automotive Technology, said about the new partnership: “I am extremely happy to be partnering with DOW. They are SEVEN TIME distributors of the year and I could not ask for a better partner to represent the RDV brand. The whole crew at DOW are truly amazing and they absolutely represent the best of this industry. DOW will be distributing the full RDV line of interfaces throughout their whole territory.”

“We are dedicated to bringing our customers new opportunities that help 12Volt dealers take advantage of the current state of vehicles as well as preparing them for future changes in the industry,” stated DOW’s senior vide president, sales and product management, Dave Elkin. “Partnering with Rich and RDV brings our dealers an opportunity to create additional revenue while improving the experience for their customer. We look forward to a great partnership with RDV.”

To learn more about RDV Automotive Technologies, call 561-922-7747 or visit their website www.rdvfl.com.

Team Nutz Supports Pittsburgh Public Works Annual Event

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PITTSBURGH, PA (05.24.23) – The annual community event invited families to come to the Bethel Park Public Works grounds to allow families and children the opportunity to check out firsthand fire trucks and other emergency vehicles. Children were then invited to climb onto a huge pile sand located in a large parking area. While digging lucky children could find envelops containing money as a reward for their efforts.

The pile of sand is behind this Team Nutz demo vehicle.

Team Nutz was onsite supporting the event. Ed Nuttall related “My wife Nina arranged for us to support the annual community event. We were able to have 3 of our company demo vehicles on site plus a motorcycle. We recognized the opportunity the youngsters had to be rewarded for their digging efforts. It’s just like working a job and be rewarded for their efforts.”

All at the event could check out this totally customized Jeep.
This customized sedan from Team Nutz was another demo possibility.

Continuing Nuttall offered “Another element for our participation was the opportunity to provide live demos in our demo vehicles. The youngsters were invited to sit in the driver’s seat while we provided a system demo and a selfie for them to remember the experience. In some regards it’s like the McDonald’s approach to getting families into the ‘Happy Meal’ mode.”

Mike Gosnik giving a demo to one of nearly 30 youngsters who got a demo and selfie.

Of course while on site the children’s parents were standing next to top Team Nutz demo vehicles with Nutz Team members at the controls. To that Nuttall concluded “That could turn into next day business for Team Nutz.”

Visit teamnutz.com for more.

The 2023 Grand Haven, MI Jeep Fest Stretched for 3 Blocks Downtown

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GRAND HAVEN, MI (05.23.23) – The 2nd Annual Grand Haven Jeep Fest exceeded all expectations which sets the stage for an even larger event in 2024.

Retailer Tech Audio owner Jim Cooper connected with the local event organizer and secured a large booth for the Saturday, May 20th, event. “I saw the success of the first event last year and saw the potential for an even larger event this year. The Jeep category continues to grow and Jeepers are a real community. Alpine is a key brand in our store so I contacted my area representative Mike Schafer at Midwest Sales and that got the ball rolling. He contacted Alpine’s Chris Reavis and the next thing we knew all was set to have the Alpine RAM under an Alpine tent at Jeep Fest 2023 in downtown Grand Haven” Cooper relayed.

The street in downtown Grand Haven MI was busy on a chilly Saturday morning.
Tech Audio was under an Alpine tent next to the RAM. A loaded company Jeep was on the right.

Grand Haven is listed as a town of 11,000 in the latest census reports. The main street downtown is filled with local businesses on both sides of the street. Three city blocks were blocked off the the Jeep Fest with 150 Jeeps assigned a space. Even more Jeeps were parked adjacent to the 3 blocks. Those businesses were open on Saturday and benefitted from the crowd of several thousand through the day.

A selection of Alpine products and POP for Jeepers.
Jim Cooper in the Tech Audio showroom with an event offer sheet for a 15% discount through the end of May they handed out at the non-selling Jeep Fest event.

Mike Schafer related “All came together for the event that was not a selling show. We took a selection of Alpine products and set up under a Tech Audio tent that was next to the Alpine tent with Chris doing demos in the RAM. It was so terrific to see the Alpine brand working together with a proactive retailer like Jim at Tech Audio to connect directly with consumers….especially consumers like the Jeepers community.”

“Jeepers certainly like to add aftermarket products to their rides. When a Jeep owner experienced the Alpine system in the RAM their eyes opened wide for sure. Next stop for many of them was to catch up with Jim in the next booth” Reavis offered.

This drone image shows the scope of the 3 block downtown Jeep Fest event.

“We set up a number off appoints at the event and Monday the 22nd, yesterday, we were plenty busy in the store. Based on this year’s success the event organizers is already contacting city officials for a 5 block area in 2024. The Grand Haven Jeep Fest is a charity event with proceeds going to the local Ferry School. Tech Audio truly appreciates the support from Alpine this year and looks forward to an event larger Grand Haven Jeep Fest in 2024” Cooper concluded.

Visit facebook.com/grandhavenjeepfest for more.

The KICKER Monster Truck Event at Red Rock Park Arena

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GALLUP, NM (05.22.23) – The KICKER Monster Truck event on Saturday, May 20th, featured two events at the Red Rock Park Arena under a sunny sky. The setting for the event is very unique as many attendees are seated on a hillside looking down at the track.

KICKER was setup at the entry way at the Red Rock Park Arena.

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

Attendees seated on the hillside had a great view of the track from above.
The track area during setup.

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

Before the action on the track attendees spent time on the track at the pit party.
This amazing post shows a rider flying high. This post by w_wilson1994.

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

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

Visit kicker.com for more.

The Alpine Experience at WOW Mobile Electronics and More at Hi-Tech Car Audio

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EASTPOINTE, MI & EL CERRITOS, CA (05.19.23) – Wednesday, May 17th, was a very busy day for Alpine with retailer partners. An Alpine Experience took place at WOW Mobile Electronics in Eastpointe MI. In addition, Alpine had a major presence at Hi-Tech Car Audio in Cerritos CA with the retailer’s very successful Midnight Madness event covering 3 days.

The Alpine Experience RAM early Wednesday morning.

The Alpine Experience RAM was positioned under the Alpine tent in front of the entrance at WOW Electronics. Chris Reavis, Alpine Soecialist, orchestrated the event and conducted demos throughout the day. “As soon as an attendee took their seat and the doors closed I hit the volume. Immediately their eyes widened and their smiles appeared. When the demo concluded all noted that was the most amazing sound they had ever heard in a vehicle.”

Plenty going on in the showroom with Chris Reavis checking out the action.

Rick Daniels, WOW co-owner, related, “This was the first Alpine Experience at our Eastpointe store and it was very successful. Certainly Chris did over 40 demos in the Alpine RAM. We saw regular customers plus consumers who had never been into our store. Attendees came into the store to check out the Alpine specials and a good number made purchases. Sales for the day were strong.”

Alpine sales happening at the counter.
A customer checking out the latest Alpine products.

When lunch time arrived 100 hot dogs were placed on the grill with all the trimmings and refreshments. Many attendees enjoyed the hot dogs in the showroom and also checked out the Home AV products WOW Electronics brings to the local market.

Reavis added, “Rick and JD were very pleased with the event and another Alpine Experience could happen this fall. The freebees passed out at the event, plus fliers, will certainly extend the Alpine Experience for those who attended.”

Out West Alpine was on site at the Hi-Tech Car Audio Midnight Madness event that began on Wednesday, May 17th, and stretches for 3 days. An Alpine Experience pickup was out front in addition to 2 additional Alpine vehicles.

An Apline Experience Pickup ready at the Hi-Tech Car Audio event in Cerritos CA on Wednesday, May 17th.

Alpine was represented on site with Jason Hannon, Region 1 Sales Manager and Chris Sinh -Alpine Brand Specialist who provided demos in the Alpine Experience pickup throughout the event. Pete Bobsin and Greg Douglas, with Alpine California territory rep firms, also stayed busy talking and selling Alpine during the event.

A customer picks out his Alpine products.
Alpine is stacked high in the showroom for the Hi-Tech Car Audio Midnight Madness Event.

Hannon related, “This is such an amazing event. There was a line outside the door at 8:30 Wednesday morning. Azim Dehestani and his team do such a great job. They were cranking every minute through the days. The shelves were packed with Alpine products with floor stacks too. Some of our Alpine models actually sold out and a new order is on the way.”

Azim Dehestani (L) and Pete Bobsin among stacks of Alpine on the Hi-Tech Car Audio sales floor. Bobsin’s Rep firm works with Hi-Tech in NorCal.

Watch for more from Alpine in California this weekend as Alpine will be on site at the Audio Design Open House and Grand Opening in San Jose on Friday and Saturday, May 19th and 20th.

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

See the 12voltSTP Tool at Work Across the 12volt Industry… YESTERDAY… Wednesday, May 17th

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THE 12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (05.18.23) – Wednesday, May 17th, was a very busy day in the 12volt Central Studios. News from 2 Alpine Experience events, RDV preps for Orlando,  The Rock the House event in Kansas City, Shiflet and Dickson PowerBass promo and Pacific Rim Marketing on the road arrived via the 12voltSTP Tool.

The 12volt STP tool was created to provide a vehicle for industry members to MAX the visibility of their positive activities. Positive industry news and visibility is more important than ever across the marketplace.

A manufacturer representative, or vendor staff member, can MAX their time on the road by Snapping and Txt’ing an image to the 12volt Central Studios….318 465 0844 is the number. Presto… that image could be fashioned as a post to let a rep’s dealers know activities an area distributor is doing with one of their lines. That post could highlight a dealer with a great in-store display that could give other dealers an idea to drive more business.

Another possibility for the 12volt STP Tool could be a company HQ tour. We can work with a company’s HQ staff member to develop a list of images including HQ exterior, entry way, conference room, training area, testing facility, warehouse and shipping area. Utilizing new technology in this way touches a lot of bases. 

Believe me, I do have an understanding of today’s marketplace. The business year is like a football game with 4 quarters. The 12volt industry, as a whole, is nearing halftime in 2023. The 12volt industry is already well into the month of May. Let’s play smart in the second half of 2023 with a solid game plan….while keeping our eyes on the ball.

On this end the 12volt Central Studios staff will continue to showcase positives across the 12volt industry…across the U.S. and beyond.

Visit 12voltnews on Instagram and Facebook and check multiple, positive fresh 12volt industry news posts each day.

The Alpine Experience at Precision Cellular and Sound Was Very Successful

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STEVENS POINT, WI (05.17.23) – On Saturday, May 13th, the Alpine Experience event took center stage at Precision Cellular and Sound location. Chris Reavis, Alpine Specialist, rolled in early to set up the Alpine tent and position the Alpine Experience RAM for the day’s event.

The Alpine Experience was ready to roll early Saturday morning.

Ty Carrigan, Store Manager, relayed, “Having an Alpine Experience at our store in central Wisconsin was certainly special. When Chris did the first demo for our staff members we knew attendees would be impressed….and they were throughout the day. Showcasing hi-res sound in the RAM really set the demos apart from anything our customers had experienced.”

“During the event we did well over 20 demos for enthusiasts in the Alpine Experience RAM. A big smile appeared on their faces and their eyes widened as they experienced the ultimate in car Audio,” Reavis related.

Attendees began to arrive early for the Alpine Experience.
Inside the showroom there was a large display of Alpine gear plus attendees checked out the company’s Home A/V products.

Continuing Carrigan offered, “Bratwurst offerings fresh from the grill were a real treat that set the tone to spend time with attendees. Many came into the store to also see our home audio and TV offerings too. Certainly the Alpine POP coozies and lanyards will continue the Alpine Experience for attendees too.”

Reavis added, “The Alpine Experience, in the Central region I cover, started very strong. The Endless Possibilities Auto event in Aurora IL was very successful and next up is WOW Electronics in East Pointe MI on May 17th. Overall across the U.S. we have 20 Alpine Experience events on the calendar so far in 2023.”

“Business for the day was certainly stronger than a regular Saturday and we are already discussing the possibilities for a fall Alpine Experience event,” Carrigan concluded.

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

KICKER Plays Host in Nationwide Dealer Training

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STILLWATER, OK (05.16.23) – KICKER played host to more than a dozen dealers and rep firms this past week (May 8-11) during a two-day training and tour of KICKER Headquarters.

The group was also the first to experience a demo of the new KICKER Ford Bronco, equipped with nine 12-inch SoloX L7X subwoofers and 36,000 watts worth of KICKER Warhorse amplification (anticipated release in late 2023). The group was the first to experience the vehicle outside of KICKER employees and will play for the first time in public at Slamology (Lucas Oil Speedway, Indianapolis) in mid-June.

“The Bronco was incredible, and so was the entire experience,” said Remy Viator of Showtime Electronics (Knoxville, Tenn.). “I was impressed with how well organized the company is and was blown away by everyone’s welcoming attitude.”

The 22-person class also got hands-on training with the SoloX reconing process, and later Global Training Manager Aaron Malin led the group on an extensive tour of the facility, including a chance to audition speakers in the company’s listening labs.
The week also included in-depth discussions with Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing Tom Heath, as well as the Vice President of Product Strategy Bart Deal.

Viator was impressed with the information and pace of the training.

“I thought there was going to be a lot of sitting around in front of a whiteboard,” he said. “The fact we moved around a lot made it even more enjoyable.”

Visit kicker.com for more.