General Motors Names Alps Alpine North America, Inc. a 2022 Supplier of the Year

AUBURN HILLS, MI (04.14.23) – General Motors recognized Alps Alpine North America, Inc. as a 2022 Supplier of the Year. GM celebrated honorees at its 31st annual Supplier of the Year event in San Antonio, Texas, earlier this week.

GM’s Supplier of the Year award recognizes global suppliers that distinguish themselves by exceeding GM’s requirements, in turn providing customers with innovative technologies and among the highest quality in the automotive industry. This is the 11th consecutive (21st overall) time Alps Alpine has received the award.

“This year was marked with a mixture of challenges and triumphs, so it is with great appreciation and honor that we accept this award for Supplier of the Year,” said Cameron Hosner, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Alps Alpine. “As we move forward, we vow our continued and unrelenting aim to deliver solutions that contribute to the creation of a brighter future for our customers, our partners, and ourselves.”

“We are thrilled to recognize these outstanding suppliers after yet another challenging year in the automotive industry,” said Jeff Morrison, GM vice president of Global Purchasing and Supply Chain. “They overcame countless obstacles and exemplified what it means to be resilient, resourceful and determined. Beyond that, these suppliers demonstrated their commitment to sustainable innovation and to driving advanced solutions in collaboration with the GM team.”

Each year, GM’s Supplier of the Year recipients are selected by a global, cross-functional GM team for their performance in criteria such Product Purchasing, Global Purchasing and Manufacturing Services, Customer Care and Aftersales and Logistics.

Visit alpsalpine.com/e for more.

Alps Alpine Welcomes Mike Kenhard as Chief Technical Officer and Vice President of Engineering

AUBURN HILLS, MI (04.13.23) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. welcomes Mike Kenhard as the Chief Technical Officer (CTO) and Vice President of Engineering at the headquarters location in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Mike Kenhard, Chief Technical Officer and Vice President of Engineering

Kenhard brings an extensive background in the automotive industry as well as a proven history of leading various teams through key company projects and initiatives. Throughout his career, Kenhard has championed growth and success both on a divisional and company-wide basis, using his skills as an effective communicator, manager, and strategic planner to promote positive change and desired company results.

“We are ecstatic that Mike has joined the Alps Alpine team,” said Robert Hill, President & CEO of Alps Alpine North America, Inc. “His technical expertise, experience, and drive will ensure that we continue to provide winning solutions to our customers and lead our expansion into new areas in our pursuit of Perfecting the Art of Electronics.”

Kenhard will oversee all engineering at Alps Alpine North America.

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

What You Need to Know About SEMA Fest

At last year’s Industry Awards Banquet, SEMA introduced SEMA Fest, an enthusiast-focused experience that connects automotive enthusiasts with the aftermarket industry for a celebration of car culture and automotive lifestyle. Combined with the SEMA Show and officially called SEMA Week, the goal of the expansion is to create the most exciting automotive event in the world.

2023 SEMA Show, Tuesday-Friday, October 31-November 3, Las Vegas Convention Center

During the planned five-year rollout period and beyond, SEMA will remain dedicated to producing the annual SEMA Show—the premier automotive trade show that puts the latest products from top companies in front of tens of thousands of qualified buyers representing every segment of the specialty-equipment industry. Companies that would like to exhibit at the 2023 SEMA Show can get started at SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

Held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, the SEMA Show provides exhibitors with the aftermarket’s most valuable venue for creating more business, expanding brand awareness, introducing new products and engaging with automotive professionals.

Open to the automotive trade, the 2023 SEMA Show will take place Tuesday–Friday, October 31–November 3. For more information on the 2023 SEMA Show or to exhibit, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

SEMA Fest, Friday-Saturday, November 3-4, Las Vegas Festival Grounds

SEMA Fest is an enthusiast-focused event that is open to everyone, including automotive enthusiasts and professionals. The two-day celebration will be held at a separate venue—the Las Vegas Festival Grounds—Friday and Saturday, November 3–4.

The festival will feature music and entertainment, craft food, automotive celebrities, drifting competitions, freestyle motocross and the world’s most innovative and advanced custom vehicles.

To register for SEMA Fest or for more information, visit www.SEMAFest.com.

2023 dB Drag Racing World Finals -September 30, 2023-October 1, 2023

The 26th Annual dB Drag Racing World Finals will occur from September 30, 2023 – October 1, 2023. Qualified contestants can compete at one of four venues: Owensboro, KY; Antioch, CA; Spruce Grove, AB; and Slovenia (pending). Participants at each venue will compete for Regional Championship honors and a shot at the World Championship title.

dBDRA World Finals competition formats:

            •           dB Drag Racing

            •           Bass Race

            •           Psychlone

            •           Top Dog

            •           Freestyle

Each location will complete a full competition. The winners at each venue will receive Regional Championship awards (trophies). To determine the “World Champion” for each class (and the Ring recipient), we will do the following…

  • dB Drag Racing – The two LOUDEST competitors in each class (overall) will go head-to-head to determine the World Champion. For example, if the loudest car in Street Stock 1K is in Slovenia and the second in California, those two competitors would go against one another to determine the World Champion. Or, if the 1st place winner is in Slovenia and the 2nd place winner is in Slovenia, then those two competitors will compete, and so on.
  • Bass Race – The WINNER of each class at EACH location will compete in a NEW contest. There will be four competitors in each class. For example, in the 129.9 class, the winner in California, the winner in Kentucky, the winner in Canada, and the winner in Slovenia will all compete for the ring and World Champion title.
  • Top Dog – The WINNER at EACH location will compete in a NEW contest. There will be a total of four competitors for the World Champion title.
  • Psychlone – All of the scores will be combined, and the highest-scoring competitor in each class will be the winner for that class. We will NOT conduct additional Psychlone runs. The scores from the regular competition will determine the World Champion.
  • Freestyle – All of the scores will be combined, and the highest-scoring competitor in each class will be the winner for that class. We will NOT conduct additional Freestyle runs. The scores from the regular competition will determine the World Champion.

Each World Champion will receive a ring.

This information is preliminary and subject to change. Additional information related to the Finals will be announced shortly, including the points requirements and cutoff dates.

The World Finals is an invitational event. The dBDRA invites contestants who acquire the requisite points and minimum competitor ranking based on score.

Please get in touch with the dBDRA for sponsorship opportunities.

dB Drag Racing

Tel: 512-377-1055

Email: marketing@termpro.com

Mark Lieber Leads Maxxsonics for the Ukrainian Cause

LIBERTYVILLE, IL (04.07.23) – On April 7th Mark is heading to Záhony, Hungary, to help his friend Slaven and his group take care of refugees. He needs your help to raise additional money to buy supplies here in the USA and in Hungary. If you can find it in your heart to donate to his cause, the Ukrainian cause, he will be purchasing items and supplies in the coming couple of weeks and even more once he arrives in Hungary.

On the Ukrainian cause, Mark Lieber, Project and Quality Manager at Maxxsonics, said, “As a human being I am deeply concerned with what is going on in Ukraine, the horrors that are being dealt to the people are beyond belief and imaginable. Though I am not able to stop Putin from committing these atrocities, I can do something to aid and provide comfort to the Ukrainian people inside Ukraine and fleeing.”

Below are some of the items your donations will be used to purchase:

  • Medical supplies including bandages, gloves, antibiotic ointments, trauma wound dressings, burn gel, emergency blankets, and children’s Tylenol
  • Hygiene supplies including toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, and towels
  • Gasoline for transport vehicles
  • Toys for children and pets

Any excess items and cash that are donated will be released to hospitals, families in need, and to other charitable organizations for distributions.

Any amount will help. Follow the link below to join the fight and learn complete Mark Lieber GoFundMe details on how YOU can make an impact in supporting Ukraine.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/pfwz4p-help-for-ukrainian-refugees

HiFonics Releases Thor Sound for Every Adventure

LIBERTYVILLE, IL (04.06.23) – Adventure demands sound with adrenaline around every turn and corner. Whether it is through sights and sounds along the trail ahead or the impact of the sound that you bring with you, it’s time to take on the winter trails like never before with the POWER and SOUND OF THOR!

Turn every outdoor adventure into a thrill ride of audio adrenaline that delivers more into your sound with THOR TPS soundbars.

Creating LOUD ADVENTURE with sound that’s designed for those that want MORE ATTITUDE, MORE POWER, and MORE CLARITY on every journey – THOR TPS soundbars transform songs with richer and sharper detail.

The TPS-10 and TPS-6 are powered, Bluetooth soundbars that are designed to be protected against the elements while featuring easy installation. Take on every narrow winding turn, steep sand dune, and lakeside beach or pond with
higher-quality audio powered through undistorted listening levels.

Take on the trails with BIGGER power that provides clearer levels of listening. The THOR TPS-10 is a 10 speaker, Bluetooth soundbar that comes with an integrated amplifier including Super HPD (High Power Digital) technology.

Creating 200 watts of LOUD, undistorted sound, specialized high-efficiency midrange/bass drivers feature poly composite cones coupled with Butyl rubber surrounds that produce a clean sound. You’ll receive higher volume and deeper layers of listening throughout every genre of music or desired playlist.

Learn more here about the THOR TPS-10 soundbar.

For those that want a smaller, but still, a mighty soundbar that produces rich audio, the THOR TPS-6 is a 6-speaker version with the same features as the 10 (with just fewer drivers). All of your playlists will be heard from miles away with THOR TPS sound.

Still creating 200 watts of power for high-quality audio, Bluetooth “Memory Sync,” will remember the most recent device instantly on power-up, while large, center-mounted buttons are waterproof and provide easy control with riding gloves or while withstanding the conditions or elements.

Crave audio that brings LOUD adrenaline to EVERY outdoor adventure. Unleash undistorted levels of higher quality listening while taking on the trails with THOR TPS sound that add new dimensions of layers within every song. It’s time to embrace the POWER of THOR!

Jimmy Sound System Wins NavAtlas Prize on The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 221

SHREVEPORT LA (04.01.23) WTF…Win This Friday. Jimmy Sound System won the NavAtlas prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 221 on Friday morning, March 31st.

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 221st time on Friday morning March 31st. The Wheel landed on the NavAtlas space and the Jimmy SoundSystem 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 by telephone twice, and sent an Instagram message, to the winning retailer in Lawrence MA. No reply at the time of this post. We will continue to reach out to the winning retailer to let them know a NavAtlas 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, RDV Automotive, 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 and Fabulous Auto Alarms in Passaic NJ.

Congratulations to all.

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

The CMA EXPO Scored Big on the Event Floor and in Packed Training Sessions

TORONTO, CANADA (04.05.23) – From Friday, March 24th, through Sunday, March 26th, over 300 mobile enhancement experts from retailers across Canada assembled in Toronto to attend the first-ever CMA Expo dealer training and networking event. The CMA EXPO was a collaborative effort to connect retailers, distributors and leading top Industry trainers. The team at CMA Networks executed the event which showcased booths and training seminars from the leading Canadian 12v distributors which featured over 80 brands, making it a unique offering in the Mobile Electronics Industry.

What made the event unique was the ability for dealers to work with their sales representatives to place booking orders and kick off the 2023 season with some serious momentum and knowledge. The success of the CMA EXPO can be attributed to the unwavering support of Canadian retailers, the tireless efforts of the industry leading trainers, the incredible participation of the exhibiting distributors and their partnering brands. In addition, each company had access to classroom-style training rooms to provide in-person education sessions on product features and applications.

Attendees waiting for the opening bell
Over 80 brands were featured on the event floor.

Frank Spezzano, the President and Executive Producer of CMA Networks, noted, “being able to provide retailers across Canada with an event that was custom-tailored to our country’s unique business model worked perfectly to launch the 2023 season. The support from all the companies and retailers involved was remarkable.. We are honoured to have been chosen to facilitate this distinguished gathering of professionals.

” Ben Woo, Content Director and Webcast Host for CMA Networks added, “I think the appetite for the Canadian 12V industry to get back to the in-person experience that only a live event can deliver was definitely long overdue. There’s still a buzz about the ‘Delivering the Best Car Audio Systems’ and ‘The A to Z of Car Audio Retailer Marketing’ presentations from Friday and Saturday evening.”

Rick De Sclafani showcased his RDV products in expansive Importel Ltd area.
CMA EXPO training sessions were packed.

Hot on the heels of this event’s success, planning is underway for next years CMA EXPO. Information will be available at www.cmaexpo.ca.

CMA Networks would like to send a special thank you to all our exhibiting partners for making the inaugural CMA EXPO a huge success.

The N&H 2023 Dealer Show on Saturday April 1st Rocked… No Foolin’!

HATTIESBURG MS (04.03.23) – “The N&H Dealer Show retuned and it was terrific to see members of our dealer family lined up at the door on Saturday morning. We had more dealers signed up for this show than any of our past dealer shows and the dealer turnout was great. Our last show was 3 years ago and connecting with our dealers Saturday was special. Dealers were upbeat and excited to connect with area reps and see new products. They also took advantage of the super specials we offered, many won a prize in dealer drawing. The drawing prizes totaled $6000 and of course all enjoyed the delicious lunch from the Mack’s West Catfish Truck. In fact they served 103 lunches” Ricky Gibson related.

The doors opened at 11AM and dealers registered and went to the aisles to see new products from over 30 top brands with special show prices. A number of factory reps were in the house to cover the product features and connect with dealers from across the territory. The famous catfish truck pulled up in the parking lot and lunch was served beginning at 1PM. The show officially wrapped at 5PM.

Dealers lined up to register for the N&H on Saturday, April 1st.
Dealers filled the aisles and booths soon after the doors opened.

Sunday appointments were scheduled and Gibson related, during a Sunday morning phone call with the 12volt Central Studios, “The N&H crew mentioned how excited dealers were at the show yesterday. Several dealers made appointments and placed orders today. A couple dealers called this morning and added to the orders they placed yesterday at the show. Monday and Tuesday we will be shipping freight orders and our van will be making delivers across Mississippi and Louisiana this week.”

Mark Sealy works with a dealer in the warehouse as a dealer fills his cart.
Jeff Falk making a PowerBass presentation.

Continuing Gibson shared some highlights from Saturday. “Metra showcased new products under the company umbrella with Carlos and Mike traveling from the Metra HQ in Holly Hill Fl. Heise Lighting grabbed attention. PowerBass, with Jeff Falk National Sales Manager, excited dealers with their all inclusive OEM Direct Fit plug and play speakers which are fantastic and reduce dealer install times. PowerBass SoundBars were hot too. His video presentation on the big screen during lunch was well received. KICKER, JVC Mobile, Soundstream, Power Acoustik and Rydeen were covered by Tech Marketing’s Rickie Holtzman in the house. Richie spotlighted the new JVC KWZ1000W with 10.1” screen. Dave Gill, SMS Marketing, was on site and covered the DB Drive and Bazooka brands he reps in the territory. Bob Anderson, N Motion, highlighted the new Massive Audio single DIN with DSP onboard in the booth.”

Mack’s West CatFish Truck pulled into the lot and set up for a delicious hot lunch.
Mike from Advanced Audio is all smiles with his Bazooka drawing prize.

Wayne Holton, Audio Solutions 49, has been attending the N&H Dealer Show for years and headed south from Florence for the 85 miles to attend this years show.

Concluding Gibson stated “It’s tax season time and our super show specials will add profit for dealers who took advantage of the specials. Some dealers took their orders with them for Monday morning sales. The N&H team was excited to see all dealers at our 2023 Dealer Show and look forward the the 2024 N&H Dealer Show.”

The N&H Team as the event wrapper…Ricky Gibson, Van Lee, Josh Long, Scott Rogers, Michael Figemo (LtoR). Seated Debbie Lowery and Mark Sealy. Check out the orders to be shipped in the background.

Visit nandhelectronics.com for more.

RDV and Importel LTD Connected with Dealers Across Canada at the CMA Expo in Toronto

TORONTO, CANADA (03.31.23) – RDV Automotive Technology, the go to company for Wireless CarPlay integration, is proud to have attended the CMA Expo with their exclusive partner Importel LTD.

Rich De Sclafani, the owner of RDV Automotive Technology, said about the CMA Expo and the new partnership: “I am immensely happy to have partnered with Importel LTD. The CMA Expo was a huge success for both RDV and Importel LTD. The RDV training was a packed house and the response from all the event attendees was great! It was so nice to see everyone there, many who I have not seen in many, years and many who I met for the first time. Overall it was an amazing event and the CMA crew put together a truly top notch event”.

Rich De Sclafani had the RDV booth in the Importel LTD section set when the CMA Expo floor opened.
Soon after the CMA Expo doors Rich De Sclafani connected with attendees to show the RDV products.

Importel Ltd, as a leader in mobile electronics distribution industry in Canada, is excited to partner with RDV Automotive Technology and bring the industry leading Wireless CarPlay Integration to the market across Canada.

In a networking minute De Sclafani (C) and Importel LTD President Trevor Patrick (R) listen to Paul Trueman-SiriusXM who traveled from the US for the CMA Expo.
De Sclafani conducting a packed RDV Training session.

Trevor Patrick, Imported LTD President, related “It was terrific to have Rich and RDV in the Imported LTD world on the CMA Expo floor. He showcased the RDV product lineup to virtually every attendee at the event. In addition the trailing session he conducted delivered the RDV message to the members of the audience. His training was packed and I wish we could have had an additional training session.”

Importel LTD is now shipping the RDV Automotive Technology products from both their Eastern and Western warehouses.

Please visit RDVFL.com and importel.com for more.