Designed for the Lexus GX460 with factory navigation, the new ITZ-GX-A is compatible with models from 2014 through 2021, equipped with factory navigation.
In the new GX kit, the customer can use the factory mic and Bluetooth (for phone calls) while retaining the factory audio quality. Additionally, it supports Siri and Google Assistant, for voice commands, and it has a front and rear camera input, USB playback, and mirroring capability. The ITZ-GX-A gives ZZ2 a solution for most Lexus models between 2014 and 2021.
ITZ-GX-A retails for $850 and is currently available. A three-year warranty is included with it as part of our standard ZZ2 warranty.
CLICK HERE to watch the ITZ-GX-A demo video. You can find more details about it on our website.
If you would like more information about ZZ2 solutions or would like to become an authorized dealer, please contact our sales team at 929-220-1212 or by email at sales@zz-2.com.
VACAVILLE CA (10.02.23) It was a very good weekend for Musway the weekend of September 23rd and 24th at the California State Finals in Vacaville.
The event was held at the ADi HQ and presented by Papasin Sound for WCA (West Coast Audiophiles), EMMA and IASCA competition formats. Twenty-six unique competitors from Arizona, California and Nevada participated in the judging lanes for the three organizations. 12volt manufacturers ARC Audio, Morel America, TRU Technology and U.S. Acoustics each brought to the event unique and meaningful contributions for the car audio community.
Joseph Norton was all smiles as the Musway Ride was being judged and accepting the 1st Place EMMA Trophy from Linda Kobayashi and 1st Place IASCA Trophy from Richard Papasin.
Joseph Norton, with Global Audio Marketing in the Musway ride, took home 1st Place wins in all 3 formats…WCA, EMMA and IASCA. Norton’s ride even placed 10th in the Top Sounding Vehicles of the show competition.
During the awards presentation in the ADi showroom Joseph Norton is pictured with Richard Papasin receiving the WCA 1st Place Trophy.
“I’m grateful for Linda and Richard plus all the judges and sponsors that not only make these events happen but make them so welcoming with so much fun for newcomers. Every event is so open and enjoyable that all hang out with staff, sponsors and competitors” Norton related.
Judges for the 2023 West Coast Finale event (LtoR) Nick Adams-WCA, Cassie Hall-WCA, Mike Myers-WCA, Fred Lynch-WCA, Richard Papasin-IASCA and Linda Kobayashi-EMMA USA.
In their inaugural year Papasin Sound set out to provide the car audio community with high caliber experienced at car audio events. Papasin Sound’s mission statement states their primary focus is putting first to bring car audio enthusiasts together and providing what the car audio community needs to thrive and grow. Their approach is to work closely with competition organizations, audio manufacturers, retail shops, teams and individuals while emphasizing that each plays a vital role for a thriving car audio community and 12volt industry.
The 12volt Central Studios welcomes and thanks Papasin Sound for their contributions to the 12volt industry.
NEW HYDE PARK, N.Y. — Oct. 2, 2023 — Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, continues their expansion in New York with a new Long Island store located in New Hyde Park.
Owned by Ed and Yasmine Rosovich, Tint World New Hyde Park extends the national franchise’s lineup of premium aftermarket solutions and services to even more drivers in the area, offering paint protection films, the latest in security enhancements, industry-leading window tinting, marine products, custom audio and video upgrades, detailing services and more.
“After spending almost 20 years in law enforcement and security, I wanted to diversify and add a fun, lucrative business to my portfolio,” Rosovich said. “Tint World immediately stood out to me as the only choice for someone passionate about vehicles. They have a proven business model and world-class product catalog, and I knew right away the brand would be recognizable. Drivers throughout New Hyde Park, Queens, Garden City and other local communities can depend on us to provide the right solution for their needs and deliver professional service and installation during every visit.”
Rosovich came to Tint World seeking a franchise opportunity that merged his passion for automobiles with a clearly demonstrated pattern of success. Prior to opening Tint World New Hyde Park, he founded and built his own security company after serving nearly 15 years for the New York City Police Department.
“As someone who grew up in New York, it’s always special to me when we add another location to the city,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “Ed is a perfect culture fit for Tint World, and we have no doubt that having a former member of New York’s finest at the helm will serve his team well. Our franchise system is built to reward those who trust and lean into our proven, repeatable processes and marketing engine. With Ed’s strong work ethic, determination to succeed and business savvy as a security entrepreneur, Tint World New Hyde Park is already on the path to become another standout location in our rapidly growing company.”
Tint World New Hyde Park, located at 420 Hillside Ave, New Hyde Park, NY 11040, serves the New Hyde Park, Queens, Elmont, Roslyn, Garden City, Mineola and Floral Park areas. To book an appointment, request a quote, or find out more about the store and its products and services, call (516) 402-3031 or visit https://www.tintworld.com/locations/ny/new-hyde-park-165/.
Tint World Automotive Styling Centers offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance and repair services, and more. Tint World is also the leading provider of residential, commercial and marine computerized window tinting and security film services with locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, with franchise opportunities available worldwide.
SHREVEPORT LA (09.02.23) WTF…Win This Friday. Victory Lap Auto Restyling won the 12volt News prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 237 on Friday morning, September 15th.
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 237th time on Friday morning September 15th. The Wheel landed on the 12voltBeat space and the Victory Lap Auto Restyling slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the wheel spin was also posted.
We reached out to the lucky winning retailer in East Moline IL to let them know a $100. check prize will be headed their way. Some confusion resulted waiting to speak with the owner. After a 8 minute onhold their phone hung up. We will continue to contact he winning retailer.
Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.
12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, AlloyGator, Kenwood, JVC, SD Lighting, Nakamichi, Alphasonik, Race Sport Lighting and Maximum Power. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for the winning 12volt retailer.
Past winners of the 12volt Spin-To-Win include…Stereo & Video Center-Tyler TX, The Outlaw Garage-Franklin TN, Exotic Sounds-West Palm Beach FL, Endless Possibilities-Aurora IL., Go Auto Sound in Union City NJ, Al&Ed’s South Bay CA, No Limitz Car Audio in Upland CA, Neil’s Specialty-Eureka CA, Sturgess Customs-Lexington SC, Audio By Art-San Antonio TX, SMS Car Audio in Marreo LA and Sweet Wheelz in Mississauga Ontario Canada, Cartronics in Biscayne FL, The CarAudio Shop in St Louis MO, Exotic Sounds in West Palm Beach FL, High North Customs in Grand Prairie Alberta Canada and AMS Audio in Bakersfield CA, Team QRT in Abbeyville LA and California Sound in Fontana CA and Jackie Cooper Electronics, Oklahoma City OK, MARS Audio-Orlando FL, All American Audio in Nutley NJ, Proline Car Stereo in Brooklyn NY, Custom Shop Miami, Tunes and Tint in Lakeland FL, Mobile Concepts Inc in Mokena IL, Seismic Auto Sound in Concord CA, Brooklyn Car Audio in Brooklyn NY, Audio Solutions in Florence MS, Enhanced Customs in Largo FL, Rayco Auto Clinic, Audio Design in San Jose CA, Go Bass Mode in Florida, Avenue Sound in Freeport NY, Audio Plus in Riverview FL, Stereo Zone in Whittier CA, In-Phase Car Audio in Omaha NE, AutoLife Group, N&H Electronics, SK Customs, Land & Sea, The Audio One, NC Custom Shop,Tint World Orlando, Ricky Smith’s Audio, VIP Custom Woks, Mobile Audio Concepts, Audio Lad, Sound Sensations, Dave’s Stereo, Stereo Design, Badlands Customs, Custom Audio-Erie PA, Voltz Autosports-Bridgeport CT, Infinity Sound and Security-Kissimmee, Autosport Plus-Canton OH, Stereo City Pros in Carmichael CA, Devine Concepts in Naples FL, The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC, Extreme Performance Audio in Fresno CA, Audio Depot in Arlington TX, Audio Security in Houston TX, Earmark Car Audio and Marine in Lewisville TX, Audio Jam in Bear DE, Stereo City Ontario, Ontario CA, Audio By Art, San Antonio TX, Code Zero Customs in Tulsa OK, Ken’s Car Tunes in Mobile AL, Soundz Plus in Naperville IL, Markland Designs in Lithonia GA, Electronics Plus in Salinas CA, Xtreme Autosports in Santa Clarita CA, Superior Audio Sounds in San Angelo TX, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Texas Dreamz Customs in Spring TX, Wired Electronics in Linden NJ and Intense Car Audio in OKC, OK, Underground Auto in Sarasota FL, Car Toys Tulsa in Tulsa OK, Real Audio in Erie PA, Go Autosound in Union NJ, DFM Stereo in Ukiah CA, Impact Tint and Audio in Tyler TX, Mobile Sound Systems in Arlington TX, Redline Audio and Performance In Spindale NC, Car Audio Land in San Diego CA, Audio X Custom Car Audio in Florence AL, River Oaks Car Stereo in Houston TX, American Radio Orlando in Sanford FL, Illustrious Customs in Woodbridge VA, Remote Start Pros in Lawrence MA, HiPro Audio in Victoria TX, AudioPlanetNY in Huntington Station NY, Endless Possibilities in Aurora IL, Audio Finesse in Santa Monica, Drive Customs in San Luis Obispo CA, Custom Works, Noblesville IN, AtoZ Detail in West Haven CT, Cars 843 in Charleston SC, CarTunes Atlanta in Atlanta GA, Mobile Concepts in Garwood NJ, Duke’s Car Stereo in Flint MI, Infinity Auto Sound, King Car Audio in Norwalk CT, PopTronics in Baltimore MD, Sanford Sound in Sanford ME, Angelvip2474 in Draper UT, Dynamic Car Audio in Baltimore MD, Hi-Pro Audio in Victoria TX, Car Stereo Max in Houston, Pro Audio Center in Richland MS, Rhodes Off-Roads in Farmington MO, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Class A Sounds in Athens OH. Just Audio Video in North Providence RI, CT_Custom in Philadelphia, Audio Solutions in Florence MS and The Audio Shop RC in Rapid City SD, DG Motorsportz in High Point NC, ST Mobile in Texarkana TX, AR Custom OC in Orange CA, Temecula Mobile Sound in Temecula CA, Unique Auto Sound in Lindenhurst NY, D’s Garage in Corona CA and DS2 Mobile Solutionz in Tomball TX, C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT and The Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT, Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, Electronics Depot Car Audio in Altamonte Springs FL. Car Audio Garage in Pearland TX, Pinnacle Autosound in Lake City FL, J H Audio in Bowling Green VA, The Car Audio Shop StL in High Ridge MO, Anthonys Car Stereo in North Highlands CA, Flynn Audio in Middleton WI, Living Loud Car Audio in Pelham AL, Trail Star Audio in Minnesota, On The Spot Audio in Pennsauken NJ, Animated Car Audio in Essex MD, West Coast Car Audio in Citrus Heights CA, Modified Auto Sound in East Alton IL, Star Car Audio in Hermiston OR, VapeNAudio in Clovis CA, SoundWorks in Millersville MD Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, J A Custom Audio in Houston TX Jose Electronics in North Hills CA, Sound Proof Car Stereo in Douglasville GA, Auto Additions in Springfield IL, Elite Car Audio in Hollywood CA, Masters Car Stereo in Greenville SC, Audio Plus in Eden NC, Seismic AutoSound in Novato CA, Car Audio Addicts in Pittsburgh PA and AudioKing Tinting in Yakima WA, Arias Tint and Alarms in Duncanville TX, Odeh Car Audio in Gadsden AL, 12volt Specialist in Newark DE, Cutting Edge Audio in San Diego CA, Southern Auto Fab in Lafayette LA, California Sound in Fontana CA, Big Boyz Toyz in Florence SC, 740 Audio in Athens OH and 12volt Outfitters in Hollywood FL., High Quality Auto Sound, Lawrence MA, Custom Car Stereo SC in Spartanburg SC, Zier Box in Dallas TX, Maximum in Manville NJ, Audio Car Stereo in Miami FL, Mach 1 Audio in Washington MO, Doren Car Stereo in Queens Village NY, Side-x-Side Audio in South Charleston WV, Sound Concept in Nanuet NY, Pda Road Gear in Littleton CO and A-Plus Audio and Tinting Newington CT, Audio Electronics in Indianapolis IN, Tint and Sound in Frederick MD, Tint World Wilmington DE, VIP Autoworks in Mentor OH, All Out Audio in Killeen TX, Yong’s Audio in Indianapolis IN, Custom Audio Concepts in Lima OH, Clear Vibrations in Quakertown PA, The Outlaw Garage in Columbia TN, Xpert Car Audio in Layton UT, No Doubt Window Tint in Ardmore OK, San Diego Car Stereo in San Diego CA, Smart Audio in Lawrence MA, Car Audio One in Chula Vista CA, Audio Excellence in Orlando FL, Ultimate Sounds 1 in Wilmington NC, King Kong Custom Audio in Albuquerque NM. Manny’s Customs in Stockton CA, OD Car Audio in Pasco WA, Car Tunes on Line in Largo FL, INOV8 Audio in Houston TX, Kartel Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT, Pro Auto Sound in Hialeah FL Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Fabulous Auto Alarms in Passaic NJ, Jimmy_Sound_System in Lawrence MA, American Audio Concepts in Houston TX, Arias Tint and Alarm in Duncanville TX, Big Papas Car Audio in Cincinnati OH, Houston Audio Lab in Houston TX, 901 Sound in Memphis TN, Kurtz Car Stereo in Traverse City MI, Sound By Stephen, Music In Motion in Alsip IL, Current Automotive Design in Sparta NJ, Prestige Sounds in Pompano Beach FL, Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Telza Audio in Columbia SC and Limelight Automotive in Webster NY.
Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, September 22nd.
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (April 12, 2023) – SEMA Launch Pad, the automotive industry’s ultimate product-pitching competition that has propelled inventors and entrepreneurs to successful, thriving businesses since 2013, will be featured on a nationwide television special premiering on April 15 on the History Channel.
Viewers will watch the final five finalists make their way to Las Vegas, where they pitch their products and ideas in front of a live crowd and a panel of industry judges at the world renown SEMA Show. The panel of judges features industry experts and icons Chip Foose (Foose Design), Jared Hare (Addictive Desert Designs), Myles Kovacs (DUB), and Alex Parker (Redline Detection). With a grand prize valued at $92,000 including $75,000 in cash, the competitors give it their all and hold nothing back.
“2022 was the first year the SEMA Launch Pad was introduced to a nationwide television audience, and the response was fantastic,” said RJ de Vera, VP of Marketing at SEMA. “We are excited to once again have the potential life-changing competition showcased on the History Channel. Viewers will be amazed and inspired with each contestants’ innovation and perseverance. It’s the American dream unfolding right in front of your eyes.”
Over the last 10 years, hundreds of entrepreneurs have pitched their products, services, and business ideas to industry professionals live on stage and been offered tips for success. The TV special airs on the History Channel on April 15, 2023, 6:00 am PDT/9:00 am EDT.
East Wenatchee, WA, April 12th, 2023 – IASCA Worldwide has set the date and location for the 2023 IASCA World Finals for both SPL and Sound Quality. The event will take place at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Center in Birmingham, Alabama, from October 13th to the 15th, 2023.
Sound Quality competition will take place in the East Hall along with EMMA and MASQ and SPL competition will take place with ISPLL in the North Hall. Set up October 13th with competition taking place on the 14th and 15th .
“After several months of research and discussions with multiple venues, we’ve decided on a venue that is more than just a venue.” said IASCA President Travis Chin. “In the recent past, we were focusing on just the facility, where competitors came for only the event and nothing else. Now we have a venue where you can find a restaurant or a park across the street, all within walking distance.”
The venue features two hotels connected to the Convention Center in a newly developed area, with a recently added City Walk. All is directly across the street from the Uptown Entertainment District of Birmingham. The Uptown District features seven great restaurants, a family owned coffee shop and a traditional English Pub. The restaurants include Mexican food, a Brazilian Steakhouse, a Pizza House and two Grill and Bar restaurants.
Other amenities in the area include Top Golf only 2 blocks away and a short distance to downtown Birmingham. There are also several hotels just a few blocks away.
“We’re very excited to host our Finals event with EMMA, MASQ and ISPLL at this venue.” Chin continued to say “Now there’s more than just the event to take in.”
Pre-registration for Finals, hotel info and more will be posted in the coming weeks.
For more information on IASCA Worldwide and the 2023 IASCA World Finals, visit iasca.com or contact President Travis Chin at travis@iasca.com . Information on the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Center can be found at https://www.bjcc.org/ .
MIRAMAR, Flor., – April 11, 2023 – JL Audio, a leading manufacturer of high-quality audio solutions for the mobile, marine and powersports markets, announced the appointment of Heritage Marketing Solutions to its network of sales representatives. Heritage Marketing Solutions will be responsible for promoting and selling JL Audio’s extensive lineup of premium mobile, marine and powersports audio solutions to 12-Volt retailers throughout Illinois and Wisconsin from their base in Itasca, Illinois.
Heritage Marketing Solutions principals Steve Block and Samuel Yoo have extensive experience in 12-Volt sales and marketing, having worked with top-tier audio companies throughout their careers.
“We are pleased to welcome Heritage Marketing Solutions to the JL Audio team,” said J. Todd Wilson Area Sales Director for JL Audio. “Their extensive industry experience and commitment to customer service and satisfaction align perfectly with our values and mission. We are confident that they will help us grow our business in the Illinois-Wisconsin markets, while providing exceptional service and support to our customers.”
Steve Block
“We are thrilled to partner with JL Audio,” said Steve Block, Principal of Heritage Marketing Solutions. “Their commitment to quality and innovation is very well established, and we are excited to help them support their retailer base and grow JL Audio’s business in the Illinois-Wisconsin markets. We look forward to working with our customers to provide them with the best audio solutions available on the market.”
Samuel Yoo
About JL Audio:
Guided by a philosophy that great audio has real value, JL Audio develops innovative products that improve the audio experience on the go, in the home and in the studio. Committed to unique engineering and quality manufacturing, JL Audio operates three U.S. engineering facilities, and builds many of its home, car and marine loudspeaker products at the company’s Miramar, Florida, USA factory, with components sourced from the company’s global supply network. For more information about JL Audio, please visit www.jlaudio.com
March 2023; VAIS Technology, Englewood CO. has released new satellite radio integrated solutions specifically designed for 2023 Honda Civic, Accord, HRV and CRV. This solution allows owners of these models to add SiriusXM® satellite radio to their existing factory stereo, without compromising factory functionality.
“Since 2003, VAIS Technology have been developing satellite radio adapters for vehicles that aren’t equipped from the factory with SiriusXM® tuners,” Dennis Hopper, EVP, says. “While satellite radio is more popular than ever, many new OEM vehicles still don’t come equipped from the factory with satellite tuners. For 2023 several more OEM’s have removed satellite tuners from their platforms. Over the last few years Hyundai, Mazda, Kia, Jeep, Honda and Ford have removed satellite tuners from their base model vehicles. VAIS Technology develops simple, easy to install integrated solutions that add satellite radio, but preserve factory functions.”
The new kits provide coverage for new Honda models. Also, all these models are compatible with the GSR-UV01 (universal unit) which can be flashed using online software. This allows dealers to only stock one unit to do almost all applications. This adapter connects directly to the original factory radio and allows the vehicle owner to listen to satellite radio through the existing factory system. The VAIS integrated solution also allows for full control of satellite radio functions – changing stations, setting presets, steering wheel functions, etc.
GSR-HD07 and GSR-UV01 is available for order now. Retail price is $349.99 with SXV300 tuner included.
CAMARILLO CA (03.02.23) “On February 28th we were awarded a 2nd US Patent for our Current Averaging Technology for Audio Amplifiers…It’s US Patent 11,594,955.The first patent is 11,204,955” Tony D’Amore stated.
Tony D’Amore holds the new US Patent in the company’s facility in front of the Polaris RZR that will be demoed, with D’Amore Engineering products, at the MasterTech Expo.
Continuing D’Amore offered “The idea of these 2 patents is that it enables the installation of big amplifiers into things that don’t normally have a beefy enough electrical system to support big amplifiers.”
To demo the technology D’Amore Engineering will be exhibiting at MasterTech Expo in Mesa, AZ next week March 5th-8th.
“We are putting 2700 Watts RMS into a Polaris side by side….complete with 18 inch subwoofer!! All of this on the stock electrical system which consists of 2 very small motorcycle batteries only. The Polaris is under construction at our facility and will be be showcasing our patented technology in Mesa AZ next week” D’Amore concluded.
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