ISLE OF WIGHT, ENGLAND (05.19.26) – 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 2026 took place on Sunday, May 17th.

The event was bigger this year than passed and they said attendance was up. They guess 8 to 10,000 people and the cars on site had to be between 800 and 1000. The Show cars came from everywhere and also had to be ferried across the bay to the island. Sales were amazing and Safe and Sounds Essex business grew substantially this year. The majority of the items sold were PowerBass products. Lee Glover and six members of Safe and Sound Essex staff were on hand doing live on site installs. Carl Huntington and Erik Harbour helped with sales in the stand.

The Safe and Sound Essex crew outfitted Ford OE Direct Fit speakers one after another all day long as they were doing installs in the booth. Other PowerBass products such as the BP-US62 under seat sub and loaded enclosures added to the sales total. Sales were flying out the door from the start of the show nonstop and the PowerBass and Image Dynamics equipped show cars were a huge hit” HARBOUR added.

Call Huntington and the great dealers like Safe and Sound oEssex have done an amazing job with the PowerBass line across the UK. We love seeing our super dealers getting out to events and helping their customers get great sounding Car Audio. We are always happy to be invited by our PowerBass partner Lee Glover along with the Isle of Wight event staff for this year’s great takeover show” Harbour, VP of Product Development and Global Marketing added.

The event staff put on an excellent show, hospitable and well organize, which made it fun for everyone in attendance. All are looking for 2027.

For more see 12votnews.com.

SHREVEPORT LA (05.18.26) – The 12volt industry is’ Cranking it up in May’ and the 12voltBeat staff is staying super busy for sure!

This past week PowerBass has been across the pond working the Isle of Wright annual event off the coast of Southern England. Thousands of Car Audio enthusiast attend and the Safe and Sound Essex team has a major presence at the event along with Erik Harbour supporting Safe and Sound Essex.

KICKER is very busy as always with Lorin Morrell working the American Flat Track at Budd’s Creek in Mechanicsville MD. Also, Kicker is hosting the second annual SQ@HQ event on Sunday at their headquarters in Stillwater OK following the Saturday Car Show.

The 2026 SSR Distributors 5th Annual Show Dallas kicked off on Saturday with the set up, followed by dinner that evening. Sunday the sales floor was was busy with exhibitors showing their latest products to a packed house of area dealers. Outside there were many demo vehicles and activities for families attending the SSR Show.

Preparations were underway for the PNWCEE 2026 in Seattle that runs from the 18th through the 20th with a very active schedule for the three days.

The 12volt Central Studios makes it easy for exhibitors and 12volt industry members to showcase their activities and extend the ROI from the events. With that smartphone in everyone’s pocket all it takes is snapping an image, txting the image with a few words to 318-469-2526 and Presto. You can be in the 12volt Central Studios post across the 12volt Industry.

Stay tuned for more from the events spotlighted above in the following days this week.

See 12voltnews.com for more.

Brand to Showcase New Premium Mobile and Marine Audio Lines; PREACT™ Training Scheduled

OXNARD, CA (05.19.26) — Modus is proud to announce it will exhibit at the 2026 Pacific NW Mobile Electronics Expo (PNWCEE), held May 18–20 in Seattle at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Seattle Airport–Southcenter.

“As our new product lines roll out nationwide, PNWCEE gives us a high-impact way to connect with Pacific Northwest partners and put Modus innovation in their hands,” said Matthew Delgado, Director of Sales at DSP Solutions.

PNWCEE has established itself as a cornerstone event for the Pacific Northwest mobile electronics community, bringing together retailers, manufacturers, and dealers for new product showcases, hands-on demonstrations, and in-person training. With strong regional demand across both 12-volt and marine, the show offers an ideal environment for industry professionals to see what’s next and build relationships that drive the season ahead.

Modus Training Session (PNWCEE)

Modus will also host a training session designed for installers and sales professionals, featuring PREACT™ Current Averaging Technology: a patented approach to managing amplifier current for improved power efficiency, consistency, and real-world performance. The class will explain how PREACT adapts to varying vehicle electrical conditions, maintains stable output under load, and differs from traditional amplifier designs. Attendees will also explore real-world EV applications through a discussion of Tesla Cybertruck and Tesla Model X system examples, highlighting how PREACT enables high-performance audio in platforms with limited or sensitive electrical systems.

Training details:

Topic: MODUS Car Audio featuring PREACT™ Current Averaging Technology

Trainer: Jason Digos

When: May 19, 2026 | 5:05 PM – 6:00 PM

For more information about Modus products and partnership opportunities, request more information on the web at www.modusglobal.com .

ESSEX, UK (05.14.26) – Erik Harbour traveled to the UK on Sunday May 10th for a busy working with Safe and Sound Essex and to cap the week at the Isle of Wight Takeover 2026.

Safe and Sound Essex hosted a PowerBase dealer training event on Monday night at their location for dealers around the UK. It was a night of education and fun with Pizza, PowerBass and Pints…the 3 Ps.

At the event Safe and Sound Essex introduced Image Dynamics into the UK market as a new brand offering and everyone was very excited to get it going with both brands at their respective retail and installation locations.

“It’s always a treat to be in the UK. A big thanks to all for the support and hard work from Safe and Sound Essex and the Team. Carl Huntington at Nuts and Volts/PowerBassUK. We truly appreciate all of the dealers who made the drive out to be in attendance at the Safe and Sound Essex training. The training event was terrific as all attendees were so engaged” Harbour,
PowerBass VP, related.

On Tuesday and Wednesday, there was more activity loading and on the road with sales staff in private meetings and then with Carl Huntington for more meetings.

Stay tuned fo more as the week caps at the Isle of Wight Takeover 2026.

Brand to Showcase New Premium Mobile and Marine Audio Lines; PREACT™ Training Scheduled

Oxnard, Calif., May 16, 2026 — Modus is proud to announce it will exhibit at the 2026 Pacific NW Mobile Electronics Expo (PNWCEE), held May 18–20 in Seattle at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Seattle Airport–Southcenter.

“As our new product lines roll out nationwide, PNWCEE gives us a high-impact way to connect with Pacific Northwest partners and put Modus innovation in their hands,” said Matthew Delgado, Director of Sales at DSP Solutions.

PNWCEE has established itself as a cornerstone event for the Pacific Northwest mobile electronics community, bringing together retailers, manufacturers, and dealers for new product showcases, hands-on demonstrations, and in-person training. With strong regional demand across both 12-volt and marine, the show offers an ideal environment for industry professionals to see what’s next and build relationships that drive the season ahead.

Modus Training Session (PNWCEE)

Modus will also host a training session designed for installers and sales professionals, featuring PREACT™ Current Averaging Technology: a patented approach to managing amplifier current for improved power efficiency, consistency, and real-world performance. The class will explain how PREACT adapts to varying vehicle electrical conditions, maintains stable output under load, and differs from traditional amplifier designs. Attendees will also explore real-world EV applications through a discussion of Tesla Cybertruck and Tesla Model X system examples, highlighting how PREACT enables high-performance audio in platforms with limited or sensitive electrical systems.

Training details:

Topic: MODUS Car Audio featuring PREACT™ Current Averaging Technology

Trainer: Jason Digos

When: May 19, 2026 | 5:05 PM – 6:00 PM

For more information about Modus products and partnership opportunities, request more information on the web at www.modusglobal.com .

SEATTLE, WA (05.08.26) – MB Quart will exhibit and the PNWCEE 2026. Tim Page, Western & South Eastern Regional Sales Manager, will spotlight numerous new products.

“I’m excited to have the opportunity to introduce MB Quarts’ exciting new products that are performance-based solutions for some of the best-selling pick-up trucks, SUVs, and UTVs on the market, which include the 2016-2023 Tuned Audio package that features a Dual 10” Sealed Subwoofer Upgrade. We also have excellent solutions for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans, which are profitable and can add incremental profit opportunities to car audio retailers looking to expand” Page related.

“Stop by our booth, and I’ll be happy to go over all of our 2026 product line, which also includes Tuned Audio Systems for Jeep Wranglers & Gladiators along with Ford Bronco, Can-Am and Polaris UTVs.”

For more see mbquart.com

PORTLAND, OR (05.06.26) – The One Motorcycle Show 2026 was held May 1st thru 3rd at the iconic Zidell Yards in Portland OR. On site there were over 300 bikes plus the inclusive audience enjoyed bands, beers and much more. The One Motorcycle Show is North America’s largest custom bike show and this year marked the 17th Anniversary of the event that attracts young and old, wild to mild Moto enthusiast and non-motorcycle enthusiasts alike.

Stereo King was on site for the second time. Anthony Galster along with Bethany and Kevin Cornutt were front and center of the Stereo King setup with the company’s loaded Jeep Gladiator and custom Tesla.

In addition to the bikes there are also cars, art, helmets, live music, stunt shows, world-class, riders, celebrity appearances, awards, after parties and top vendors. The One Moto Show guarantees an unforgettable experience for all.

Kevin Cornett related “Our Jeep was the official sound system for the ‘Globe of Death’ show as a motorcycle rider was ripping around inside the dome. “The Stereo King Jeep, with 42” wheels, was delivering loud sound, clean audio and the crowd was going absolutely wild as the rider was flying around inside the ‘Dome of Death”. Traffic was constant throughout the event and we made sales and set installations at the store” Cornutt related.

Stereo King also had the amazing Stereo King Tesla on display, featuring a 19-speaker Audison system pushing out over 3000 watts. Stereo King was doing live demos all weekend and people were blown away by the imaging and sound quality the Tesla delivered. “At shows several attendees always say they have never heard a demo that sounded as crisp and clean as our Stereo King Tesla” Cornutt concluded.

For more see stereoking.com.

CHINO CA (05.04.26) The world‘s premier dirt track motorcycle racing returned to the Silver Dollar Speedway in Chico CA on Saturday, May 2. This was Round 5 of the 2026 Progressive Flat Track Championship for the nations top riders to go for a glory on the legendary track.

Lorin Morrell, Maddog Media, had all set up and said the event was a real burner. Dana Doyle, Doyle Sales, rolled his KICKER Chrysler demo car on the grounds and was Livin’Loud making demos for attendees throughout the event.

Action in the booth was very strong through the day. In the local area there are many bikers and that season is ramping. KICKER is providing more products for bikes than ever. Under the tent there was a wide wide variety of products for trucks, marine, powersports and auto also.

“The KICKER booth was setup right by the entrance so all walked by as they were headed to the track. There were also a number of vendors in the midway that got action during breaks in the action on the track. Entering and leaving attendees saw KICKER’s wide selection of products and could experience live demos in Dana’s loaded KICKER Chrysler. This was one terrific event” Morrell related.

For more see kicker.com

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SAINT JOSEPH MO (05.01.26) The House Of Sound hosted a very successful Garage Sale at their location in Saint Joseph MO on Saturday, April 25th.

Owner John Gregory related, “We had been thinking about doing an event like this for sometime. Brent Hale and I finally made it happen on Saturday with the Garage Sale. We planned to open at 9AM, but people were lining up at 8:30 to come in, check out the great deals and make purchases.”

Continuing, “Chris Pace rolled in from Kansas City pulling the Arrowhead JBL trailer that he parked right in the driveway by the entrance. It really got a lot of attention as people were driving by. Chris did a ton of product demos that generated some on site sales. We’re thinking about doing some remodeling so clearing out some old inventory worked out very well. We had people coming in a few days after to see what was left.”

“At JBL we have a long-term relationship with John and the House of Sound. The company operates with integrity and professional support of the Saint Joe and surrounding communities. We are honored to be a partner with John Gregory” Shawn Spedding related. Spedding is the Director of Sales for JBL Mobile Audio Aftermarket Consumer Audio.

Chris Pace, Arrowhead Sales and Marketing, stated “At Arrowhead we enjoy working closely with John and Brent. They are a great business partner and they certainly take care of their customers in the community. Supporting them with the JBL Trailer at the House of Sound Garage Sale was a natural. We made sales and it was an opportunity for me so connect directly with consumers to get a read on what’s hot with audio for cars, trucks, bikes, boats and powersports.”

House of Sound has served the Saint Joe community since 1993 and John is planning for many more years.