DENVER, CO (02.13.23) – The KICKER AMA ArenaCross 14-City Series raced into the National Western Complex in Denver on Friday, February 10th. The Complex seats 4700 in fixed seats and the riders were racing and flying high to an enthusiastic crowd.
The KICKER booth set up in the lobby before the Friday night event started.
“The KICKER displays setup in the lobby area attracted enthusiasts throughout the evening. The KICKER tent displays actually overlooked the arena. Mike Brown, MB Customs 303 owner, was in the booth. Brown is a motorcycle enthusiast and answered many questions from Harley owners about adding KICKER to their bikes. Brown anticipated he would be busy the week after the event as he was after the 2022 event” Lorin Morrell, Maddog_Media who orchestrates KICKER’s presents at the events, stated.
Mike Brown rolled MB Customs 303 boxes, loaded with KICKER subs, to show attendees his store’s custom work.
“I think we were busier this year than last year in the KICKER booth. This year I rolled in some of our custom enclosures, loaded with KICKER subs, to show our work to attendees. The red boxes definitely drew attention and compliments. We passed out KICKER lanyards and business cards and anticipate seeing several of those people in our store in a few days. It’s great to be associated with KICKER at the Arenacross events.” Mike Brown related.
Lorin Morrell (L) and Mike Brown grabbed an image during set up in the lobby.
Continuing Morrell offered “The new pre-race Pit Party again was very popular with attendees and got them into the Complex Center early. They met with racers and that set the stage for the racer’s introduction before the racing began. When the racing began the racers were flying so high fans in the stands were actually looking up to see them flying high over the mounds. The 2023 Series is definitely Livin’Loud.
During the Pit Party attendees met with riders and checked out their bikes.
Riders were introduced before the race began.
Off-roading and outdoor activities are very big in this part of the US. The KICKER PowerBar really grabbed the attention of Powersports members of the crowd…also the marine towers as the boating season is around the corner. The BullFrog was a product most had not seen and they were amazed at the sound. The KICKER brand is well known throughout the Rockies and some who stopped by the KICKER booth mentioned they were Livin’ Loud with KICKER in their rides and were very impressed with the new under rear seat pickup truck enclosures.
Fans in the stands look up at the rider in this @arenacrossusa image.
Mike Brown holds the certificate for the KICKER Bullfrog prize in the T-Shirt toss with the winner and his son with their prize.
Concluding, Morrell offered, “The KICKER AMA ArenaCross got off to a great start in Albany with successful events in Loveland, Prescott, Oklahoma City/Guthrie OK, Wichita and Reno preceded Denver. Each event added excitement to the 2023 Series and showcased to enthusiasts that KICKER is Livin’Loud.”
The KICKER AMA ArenaCross was definitely Livin’ Loud in Denver.
SHREVEPORT LA (02.11.23) WTF…Win This Friday. Tim The Tint Man won the CRUX prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 214 on Friday morning, February 10th.
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 214th time on Friday morning February 10th. The Wheel landed on the CRUX space and the Tim The Tint Man 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 to Tim The Tint Man. Recorded message stated the voicemail box was full. Then received a txt “sorry missed your call”. Will continue to reach out to the lucky retailer in Orange City FL to gather the info to be sent to CRUX so they can ship the prize.
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 and Maximum Power. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a 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 and OD Car Audio in Pasco WA……Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday February 17th.
LAS VEGAS, NV (02.10.23) – JVC Mobile Entertainment, manufacturer of class-leading aftermarket car, marine, and motorsports products, conducted trainings and exhibited at the Paris Hotel and Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, February 3rd-5th.
The open JVC Mobile meeting was very well attended.
JVC Mobile showed a wide variety of new products in their booth on the show floor and provided networking opportunities for attendees.
The training agenda included NEW Product Unveilings and attendees were the first to see new products that will enable them to gain an edge in the upcoming season.
The NEWEST Multimedia Receivers showcased what strategic advantages dealers will gain and why JVC should be the Go-To brand for multimedia receivers.
The Day-1 JVC training attendees hold up their KS-GC10Q Qi Wireless Charger prizes.
Seth Halstead (3rd from L) is pictured with members of the JVCKENWOOD team from Canada. (LtoR) Rory Butler, Glen Swackhammer, Seth Halstead and Charles Lillies.
Complete RGB Speaker Solutions were spotlighted in a LIVE demo. This demonstration pointed the way for dealers to maximize profits from the growing demand for LED-lit speakers.
The JVC trainings also offered attendees more chances to Win. EVERYONE walked away a WINNER from the trainings with more than just Knowledge. That meant more chances to win and JVC handed out nearly 30 giveaways at each training.
Day-2 JVC training attendees hold their Qi mobile wireless charging prize.
The JVC trainings were held on Friday and Saturday. Additional on-demand trainings with JVC personnel were available to attendees during show floor hours during KnowledgeFest.
For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit www.us.jvc.com/car.
AUBURN HILLS, MI (02.09.23) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. (“Alpine”) named their 2022 Rep of the Year and Rep Firm of the Year for the Alpine Brand Business Unit (aftermarket division) during an all-staff meeting on Thursday, February 2 at the Paris Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. These annual awards recognize independent rep firms and direct reps who strongly commit to the Alpine brand, providing exceptional sales and marketing growth.
Pictured from left to right: Anthony Rawlings, Eric Baltzer, Mike Anderson, Matthew Macias, and Jeffery Henshaw.
“We’re excited to honor the rep and rep firms who have gone above and beyond for the Alpine Brand,” said Mike Anderson, Executive Director at Alps Alpine North America, Inc. “Despite the challenges in the market, these individuals have shown great sales and marketing efforts and provided excellent service to their Alpine Authorized Dealers.”
Greg Douglas (Right) was named the 2022 Direct Rep of the Year
During the ceremony, Santa Fe Sales Rocky Mountain States was named 2022 Rep Firm of the Year. The team from Santa Fe (Anthony Rawlings, Eric Baltzer, Matthew Macias, and Jeffery Henshaw) was recognized for their strong sales results in 2022, exceptional support and service to their Alpine Authorized Dealers and Alpine Style Centers, and their pride and passion for the Alpine Brand.
Greg Douglas was named the 2022 Direct Rep of the Year for his impressive sales growth and dedicated support to his Alpine Authorized Dealers. Douglas was also recognized for coordinating an Alpine event that resulted in gaining new customer insights and business opportunities for the Brand.
Award recipients were chosen by Alpine senior leadership based on an evaluation of their sales, marketing, customer service, and communication for 2022.
SEATTLE WA (2.8.23) – Firstech, the Seattle-based manufacturer of Compustar, DroneMobile, and Momento products, has released its calendar for in-person training events through the end of the July.
The Firstech training center opened last year in the Dallas suburb of Flower Mound TX…just 6 miles from the DFW International Airport.
Starting in April, Firstech will resume MyFirstech Academy, a two-day training course created to provide practical training that pertains to everyday, real-world installations. Installers of all levels are invited to Firstech’s Dallas or Seattle offices to receive direct training from the company’s award-winning technical support team led by Wade Beebe and Doug Reed. Firstech offers a Level 1 course for new installers and a Level 2 version for experienced installers with at least 2 years of experience.
Individuals and businesses can register for MyFirstech Academy courses at http://www.firstechllc.com/calendar. Registration does require a $99 deposit per attendee, which will be fully refunded at the end of the course. In addition to two days of hands-on instruction, attendees will receive three sponsored meals, swag bag, 50% student discount on MAC tools, and unlimited access to supplemental virtual trainings.
During training sessions students will be totally engaged with vehicle hands-on plus large monitors that provide learning opportunities.
Firstech kicked off its training calendar last weekend at the Mobile Electronics Association’s Knowledgefest tradeshow in Las Vegas. At the event, Firstech conducted remote start trainings for over 150 installers and concluded the weekend with an exciting “Top Vendor” award win in its category.
Firstech’s next training event will be held at Master Tech Expo in Mesa, Arizona on March 5th.
For more information about Firstech’s products, services, or events, please visit www.firstechllc.com.
LAS VEGAS NV (02.07.23) – JVC Mobile Entertainment announced its Sales Rep Firm of the Year Awards during their annual sales rep meeting held on Thursday, February 2nd, at the Paris Hotel and Convention Center in Las Vegas during KnowledgeFest. Earning the top sales rep firm for the Western territory was Team Sales, with Trent Partners commanding the Eastern territory.
“Team Sales & Marketing, based in Katy, TX, brings their A-Game every day” said Ron Trout, JVC Director of Sales. “They have a plan to be successful and work this plan. They consistently focus on effective communication, both upstream and downstream.”
Brian Tolley holds the Team Sales Award plaque for Western Sales Rep Firm of the Year 2022. Pictured at KnowledgeFest (LtoR) Ron Trout, Gabe Schmidt, Brian Tolley, Ben Pugh and Steve Cote.
“Team Sales is thrilled to have been selected as the Western Rep Firm of the Year for JVC. We send our heartfelt thank you to Ron Trout, Steve Cote and Dave Hoag and the support of the team at JVC for the help over the last few years of craziness and look forward to growing with them as a team moving forward” Ben Pugh related for Team Sales.
“Trent Partners & Associates, based in Rockville Centre NY, has an all-hands-on-deck approach,” said Steve Cote, JVC Eastern Regional Sales Manager. “Everyone in the organization works to make JVC successful in the Metro NY market. They are engaged with our customers and help them meet their objectives with JVC, every day.”
Peter Huggins holds the JVC Award plaque for Eastern Territory Rep Firm of the Year 2022. Pictured at KnowledgeFest (LtoR) Ron Trout, Peter Huggins and Steve Cote.
“Trent Partners is extremely honored to be recognized by JVC with this award. Having JVC as a vendor partner has been a true blessing” Matt Gonzalez stated for Trent Partners.
“JVC takes pride in the service and support given to all of its dealers by its nationwide network of trusted sales rep firm’s professionals,” added Trout. “We sincerely appreciate the efforts of all and look forward to a bright and productive year ahead!”
RENO, NV (02.06.23) THE AMA KICKER Arenacross 2023 Series has been expanded to 14 race dates across the U.S. The series returned to the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center for the 8th 2023 event on Friday, February 3rd.
“It was great to get back to Reno this year. The Reno-Sparks Livestock venue is perfect for Arenacross. The whole track area can be seen from the stands and again this year the stands were packed. Also, the lobby area is positioned so the KICKER tents can be seen from the stands and as attendees enter the facility.” Lorin Morrell related.
Fans gathered in the pits as soon as the pre-race Pit Party started.
New for the AMA KICKER Arenacross Series for 2023 is the pre-racing Pit Party. Fans get a chance to meet and talk with racers on the track and in the pit area. “This Pit Party was the best so far this year. Not only did fans get to meet and talk with their favorite they are walking all over the track for over an hour before the racing started” Morrell added.
Fans walked the track to check the dirt mounds.
Before the racing started the arena lights dimmed and fans grabbed their smartphones during the playing of the National Anthem presentation.
Continuing “With walkups the event was s sellout. Prior to the racing there was a special presentation of the National Anthem. The arena lights were darkened and attendees held their smartphones with the spotlight on throughout the playing of the National Anthem.”
Riders are positioned in the starting gate to get the AMA KICKER Arenacross underway in Reno.
This rider was flyin’ high and the crowd was Livin’Loud!
As soon as racers hit the track they got their rhythm as they went up a mound and easily flew over the next mound to land… 50 feet away. Between races the PA announcers let the crowd know there was a special offer inside one of the KICKER T’s being tossed into the stands to attendees. The certificate was for a KICKER Bullfrog. Once again the child of a fan came to the KICKER booth and pickup the Bullfrog prize from Lorin Morrell.
Lorin Morrell is Livin’Loud as he presents the young T-Shirt toss winner his Bullfrog prize.
“We talked with enthusiasts and many had questions about what KICKER products would be best for their rides. The KICKER PowerBar was once again grabbed a lot of attention in the booth. Fans from the area also had questions about KICKER products for their trucks, boats, cars, bikes and side-by-sides” Morrell concluded.
KICKER products set up before the event opened.
Next up for the AMA KICKER Arenacross is Denver CO on Friday, February 10th. Local KICKER retailer MB Customs 303 is scheduled to be in the house.
LONG BEACH, CALIF., February 4th, 2023 KENWOOD USA (kenwood.com/usa/car), manufacturer of premier entertainment and information solutions for the automotive, marine, and motorsports aftermarket, announced its rep of the year awards for both individual sales reps, as well as sales rep firms for the East, Midwest, and Western territories at their recent annual sales rep meeting, held at the Paris hotel in Las Vegas yesterday.
Sales Reps of the Year Western Region Sales Rep of the Year: Dave Furness, Oliver Marketing Midwest Region Sales Rep of the Year: Shawn Simpson, Momentum Marketing Eastern Region Sales Rep of the Year: Bill Freeman, MAG Sales/The Progressive Group
Sales Rep Firms of the Year Western Region Sales Rep Firm of the Year: Oliver Marketing Midwest Region Sales Rep Firm of the Year: Momentum Marketing Eastern Region Sales Rep Firm of the Year: MAG Sales/The Progressive Group
“This year’s winners come after a new beginning of what it means to be a sales representative in today’s ever-changing world and business climate,” said John Lucas, KENWOOD Vice President of Sales. “We value all of our sales reps and rep firms and greatly appreciate the unparalleled level of service and support that they provide to our dealers.”
Additional trainings for dealers begin this afternoon (Friday, Feb. 3 rd ) at 1:45 PM and again on Saturday, Feb. 4 th at 4:15 PM at the Paris Hotel & Convention Center. KENWOOD is set to train and exhibit on many never-before-seen products, including a multitude of new additions to its marine and motorsports lineup. Interactive displays and staff will be on-site through Sunday, Feb. 5 th directly to the right of the entrance at booth 501.
SHREVEPORT LA (02.04.23) WTF…Win This Friday. OD Car Audio won the KENWOOD prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 213 on Friday morning, February 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 213th time on Friday morning February 3rd. The Wheel landed on the KENWOOD space and the OD Car Audio 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 with a message to OD Car Audio. They responded and we called the store in Pasco WA. Owner David Simiano answered the phone and was very happy to learn a KENWOOD CAX-HL10Qi Motorized Clamping Qi Charging Phone Mount would be heading their way from the 12volt Central Studios.
KENWOOD and Seth Halstead had supplied a stock of 12volt Spin-To-Win Prizes.
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 and Maximum Power. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a 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 and Manny’s Customs in Stockton CA……Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday February 10th.
LONG BEACH, CA (02.03.23) – KENWOOD USA has announced the addition of a dedicated category of products aimed to boost the audio experience for Harley-Davidson® motorcycle riders. KENWOOD’s new eXcelon Motorsports “Motorcycle Audio” product line offers customers a better sound experience, while also maintaining all the factory controls and fitment with a “Plug & Play” solution.
The lineup will consist of all-in-one product packages designated by years 1998-2013 and 2014+, along with a la carte amplifier, speaker, and accessory solutions. Packages will offer direct fitment replacement speakers and sound-matched amplifier(s), enhanced with better durability and power handling than OE solutions, allowing riders to achieve better sound and higher volume levels. Expansion kits such as replacement hard saddlebag lids (1998-2013) and an existing lid cut-in kit (2014+) are precisely designed for the XM69R 6x9s. Riders can also add speakers to the lower crash bars of the bike with optional speaker pod accessory kits, all with an enhanced fit and finish. “Boot” resistant steel grilles and more, strategically designed amplifier mounting plates, and more set riders up for a full system out of the gate or easy future system expansion.
“To ensure that our dealers would be equipped with proven products right out of the gate, we looked for a partner that already lives and breathes motorcycle audio,” said John Lucas, KENWOOD Vice President of Sales. “Just like our success in partnering with companies like iDatalink™ and Garmin®, when it came to a partner for motorcycle audio, Hogtunes’ level of trusted product, support, and separate network of distribution was the logical choice. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome of the products that we’ve developed and the support that Mike “Pez” Pesdirz (Owner/President of Hogtunes) has provided.”
Rick Noetzil, KENWOOD General Manager Product and R&D, unveiled the new KENWOOD eXcelon Motorcycle Audio line to KENWOOD Sales Reps during the rep meeting Thursday, February 2nd.
Hogtunes team members Shaun Guthrie, Scott Hooper and Mike “Pez” Pesdirz (LtoR) suited up in KENWOOD shirts to help unveil the new KENWOOD eXcelon Motorcycle Audio line to KENWOOD reps during the rep meeting.
The KENWOOD eXcelon Motorsports Motorcycle Audio line is set to begin shipping this Spring.
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