Wet Sounds Named 2024 Global Media Award Winner at the SEMA Show

ROSENBERG, TX (11.30.23) – The SEMA Global Media Awards (GMA) Program recognizes those companies that manufacture specialty equipment products and accessories that would have mass appeal to consumers in countries outside the United States. The products are voted on by a prestigious group of international journalists who serve as judges.

The GMA program taps top international media experts to weigh in on which new products are likely to success in their home markets. The global automotive specialty-equipment market is made up of enthusiasts who are passionate about the hobby. This passion can be found not only throughout the United States but also in countless spots around the globe including in Dubai United Arab Emirates, Melbourne Australia, and Stockholm Sweden.

L to R: Tim White, President
Savannah DiPaola, Marketing Manager
Omar Chapa, Sales Manager
George Afremow, SEMA Association Staff
Lee Teeples, VP Product Development
Gabe Sandoval, Project Director
Dustin Triesch, Lead Application Tech
“We are thrilled to receive a Global Media Award! Our priority is our customers when it comes to developing products such as the AR-5 Defender Max Audio Roof. I’m immensely proud of our teams’ relentless efforts in consistently innovating high performance audio solutions.”

-Savannah DiPaola, Wet Sounds Marketing Manager

This year’s program included 19 judges from 14 different countries. Each judge carefully reviewed and evaluated over 2,000 product entries at the SEMA Show before selecting the products that they felt would resonate and appeal most to consumers in their home countries.

Wet Sounds continues to push the envelope in the powersports market by creating high-end audio that fits the power-sport enthusiast. These audio systems are designed to withstand the elements, such as rain and dirt, as well as extreme vibrations that can occur while in motion. The AR-5 Defender Max Audio Roof comes one year after the launch of the AR-5 Ranger Crew Audio Roof.

This award was given by Nabil Moustafa for the Mobile Electronics category from United Arab Emirates with the publication Strive Middle East. To read more about the judges involved in this years GMA Program, visit: sema.org.

AR-5 Defender Max
600W 5-Speaker Audio Roof
Ready-to-go system designed to provide audio in a roto-mold construction to Can Am Defender Max 2017+. Included is a 5-speaker system consisting of (4) 8″ coaxial speakers, 12″ sub, (2) LED light bars, RGB lighting, and media controller, all powered by a 600W amplifier. If that’s not enough, add in the optional AR-AMP 2CH, perfect for REV8/ICON8 tower speakers.

Now available for pre-order.

JBL Receives CES Innovation Award for New Club Series Speakers

LAS VEGAS, NV (11.30.23) – New Club speakers bring JBL pro sound to more vehicles. Their compact design means they’ll fit into more vehicles than many of our competitors, and their high sensitivity delivers outstanding performance even with modestly-powered factory systems.

The Plus One™ cone design deliver hard-hitting bass and long performance life. Edge-driven silk dome tweeters deliver broader and smoother high frequency response, never-harsh regardless of output level. Starfish™ Tweeter Mounting Adapter and I-Mount Tweeter Mounting Kit in component speaker system for easy installation.

Available in a range of standard sizes: 3″, 4″, 5-1/4″, 6-1/2″, 6″ x 8″, 4″ x 6″, 6″ x 9″.

Visit jbl.com for more.

Tint World Opens Ninth Georgia Location in Tyrone

TYRONE, GA (11.29.23) — Tint World Automotive Styling Centers announces the opening of a new location in Tyrone, Georgia, to serve drivers and automotive enthusiasts throughout the southern Atlanta area with premier styling and performance products and services.

Tint World Tyrone, owned by Antonio Mattei, is the ninth Tint World location in Georgia and serves Peachtree City, Newnan, Fayetteville, Jonesboro, Palmetto, Starr’s Mill, Union Mills, Brooks and Riverdale.

“The team here at Tint World Tyrone is committed to providing high quality products, trusted service and true value to customers throughout Fayette County and the greater Atlanta area,” Mattei said. “With Tint World’s proven franchise systems and record of success, we have a unique opportunity to meet the needs of all drivers, regardless of their lifestyle or budget.”

The Tint World Tyrone Team gathered for the ribbon cutting in front of the store with owner Antonio Mattei and fiancé at the ribbon.

Tint World Tyrone, located at 1544 Hwy 74, Tyrone, Georgia 30290, provides a comprehensive range of premium aftermarket products and services, including customized audio and video systems, high-quality wheels and tires, advanced security enhancements, industry-leading window tinting, and paint protection films.

To book an appointment, request a quote or learn more about Tint World Tyrone, call (770) 969-0766 or visit https://www.tintworld.com/locations/ga/tyrone-088/

“Antonio and his team share Tint World’s dedication to being the one-stop automotive accessory and service solution for our customers,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “Their passion for serving drivers in Tyrone and the surrounding area is matched by their commitment to our innovative and repeatable franchise systems, which means they’re on track for immediate and sustained success.”

Fullbay Celebrates GivingTuesday, Highlights Over $15,000 in Donations to Heavy-Duty Industry Charities in 2023

PHOENIX, AZ (11.29.23) – November 28, 2023 – Fullbay, the turn-key platform that improves the operational efficiency of heavy-duty repair shops, is celebrating the annual GivingTuesday movement by emphasizing the importance of giving back and supporting the heavy-duty repair industry. Throughout 2023, through its Fullbay Cares initiative, the company has donated more than $15,000 to industry-focused charity organizations. 

In 2023, Fullbay Cares supported charities including Truckers Against TraffickingSt. Christopher Truckers Relief FundTruckers Final Mile, and Folds of Honor. This year Fullbay also launched its new lifestyle website, All About the Grilles, which sells heavy-duty apparel and other merchandise. Additionally, the company published a children’s book, Truck Tales 2, and announced that Truck Tales 3 is soon to come. All proceeds obtained from sales of the apparel and books go directly back to Fullbay Cares and are distributed to industry charities.

“We are honored to be able to give back to our heavy-duty repair community and do what we can to help others and make their lives easier – especially during the holiday season,” said Jacob Findlay, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Fullbay. “Every year, I’m inspired by the generosity of our industry. Giving back is a non-negotiable component of our business as we want to shed light and pay respect to the hard-working individuals and groups who keep America’s trucks running.”

In the month of December, Fullbay will support Sleigh Bells and Santa, an annual Christmas campaign to provide support and presents to children experiencing the holidays after the loss of a parent who was a commercial truck driver.

The Fullbay Cares initiative was launched in 2020 as a way to support the heavy-duty repair community by providing charitable donations, educational resources, opportunities to volunteer, and more. Since then, the initiative has donated over $84,000 total dollars in funding to deserving organizations and groups.

To learn more about Fullbay Cares, visit the link here

Solder Master Is Stocked For The Remote Starter Season

MEDFORD, MA (11.28.23) – In July of this year Krank It Up became the US distributor for professional Solder Master products. Fawzi Alqudah related “We had been using this great soldering iron for years when it was known as Aussie Irons. Earlier this year that company made some changes and we stepped up to become the US Distributor.”

Continuing Alqudah stated “With the remote starter season upon us installers are spending more time in the bays doing installs for this category. The professional Solder Master iron saves time while heating up quickly and is light weight plus it includes a built-in working light. The cordless Solder Master has a built-in lithium battery and regulated temperature. The Solder Master iron goes for weeks on a single charge too. As an added bonus a 12volt charger is included for installers on the road.”

For the Remote Starter season, the Solder Master is in stock and ready to work. The complete kit comes with two different soldering tips, AC charger, and the 12volt car charger, perfect for on the go installs. The complete kit and replacement parts are available to order directly from the website: http://www.SolderMasterUSA.com. Visibility for the brand has also expanded with an online presence on Instagram andYouTube:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/soldermasterusa/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@soldermasterusa

For more info contact Solder Master at 781-393-5442

KICKER Component Upgrades Complete the New Harley-Davidson Audio Kits

STILLWATER, OK (11.28.23) – KICKER delivers even more power and better fitment into a pair of all-in-one-package, Audio Upgrade Kits for specific Harley-Davidson bikes and their fairings. These plug-and-play kits for 2015-and-newer Road Glides and 2014-and-newer Street/Electra/Ultra Glides will be available for purchase at Authorized KICKER Dealers in-store and online. Soon to be introduced to the world on the KICKER UnMASKED! Live™ streamed show, Audio Upgrade Kits for Harley-Davidson bikes will retail for $899.99 and will also be available for purchase online at www.kicker.com.

Specifically designed to fit the 2015-and-newer Road Glide “shark-nose” fairing and the 2014-and-newer Street/Electra/Ultra Glide “bat-wing” fairings, these entirely plug-and-play audio kits come complete with a set of reengineered, high-efficiency speakers, a redesigned four-channel 300-watt amplifier with bracket, pre-measured and pre-terminated wiring, custom grilles and all the hardware. The kit uses factory holes and mounting points, with no cutting or drilling required.

Each kit contains new KICKER PS-Series 6.5-inch Coaxial Powersports Speakers that are completely weather-proof, featuring lightweight neodymium magnets and strong polypropylene woofer cones. Made with the rider in mind, the lightweight speaker design does not affect bike handling while playing at extreme volume levels to cut through the wind and road noise.

The equally new KICKER KPX300.4 Compact Powersports Amplifier delivers 75 watts to each of its four channels, making it ready for system expansion if a Harley-Davidson Tour Pak is attached or added in the future.

For more information, consumers can log onto kicker.com/motorcycle-audio-kits.

PowerBass Releases OE Direct Fit Series for Chrysler and Jeep

ONTARIO, CA (11.22.23) – Making any stock factory sound system sound fantastic is now a simple task with our OEM drop in replacement speakers for many Jeep & Chrysler vehicles. With our patent pending DUAL TERMINAL design the OE65C-CH allows easy plug and play design for early and late model vehicles!

PowerBass OEM Speakers are available in two different styles, The co-axials feature an Injection molded PP cone with a 1” silk dome tweeter, while the component system features a separate 0.1” mylar dome tweeter to deliver the music experience you have always wanted from your factory sound system.

The OE65C-CH comes with adapters to fit most JEEP applications with a pop in design that simply snaps into place in the stock tweeter pod or a plate adaptor for most Chrysler applications that have a dash mounted speaker.

With the PowerBass OE Series there is no need to drill holes, or cut wires thanks to our simple plug and play design that matches the factory bolt locations and plug styles for one of the fastest upgrades ever!

Visit powerbassusa.com for more.

Alpine Shipping the OPTIM™6 6-Channel Sound Processor with Automatic Sound Tuning

AUBURN HILLS, MI (11.2223) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. is shipping the Alpine OPTIM™6, a 6-channel Hi-Res Sound Processor with Automatic Sound Tuning.

Following the launch of the Alpine OPTIM™8, which debuted a powered, 8-channel processor with Automatic Sound Tuning, the OPTIM™6 offers a nearly identical feature set in a smaller, 6-channel configuration and no built-in amplifier. This intentional design positions this product as a starting point for the customer looking to easily integrate and elevate the performance of their factory sound system or be a means to build or add to an amplified aftermarket sound system.

“The competitive edge of the OPTIM™ line is its versatility,” said Gregg Thomas, Director of National Sales at Alps Alpine North America. “The OPTIM™ products are for any customer who walks in the door wanting better sound. The OPTIM™6 takes this idea a step further by offering an easy integration and sound tuning piece at a more approachable price point.”

In addition to its versatility, the OPTIM™6 continues in the quest to simplify sound processing. A simple, self-guided tuning process via the OPTIM™ IOS app (available for iPhone/iPad) or PC app with the KTX-CSP1 External Mic kit (sold separately) quickly and precisely measures the vehicle’s interior. This innovative Auto-EQ software analyzes the vehicle’s acoustic environment and intelligently adjusts to “optimize” the audio output for the vehicle and provide the best possible listening experience.

The Alpine OPTIM™6 PXE-C60-60 is available now for $399.95 and can be purchased at Alpine Authorized retailers and Preferred Online Stores. Please check the store locator on http://www.alpine-usa.com for details.

Features:
Alpine PXE-C60-60 OPTIM™6 6-Channel Hi-Res Sound Processor with Automatic Sound Tuning
Hi-Res Audio Playback (96kHz/24Bit)
Intuitive Realtime Sound Set-Up with 5 Minute Vehicle Self Tuning
Manual & Automatic Sound Tuning with PC App Control
Automatic Sound Tuning with iPhone App
Anti-EQ for OEM System (Eliminates Factory EQ Curve)
Auto-EQ Powered by Eilex PRISM® with APVD Collection which Quickly Creates a Flat Vehicle Response
31 Band Parametric & Graphic EQ
Inputs: 6-Channel Hi-Level / 6-Channel RCA
Outputs: 6-Channel 4V RCA
Digital Inputs: Coax, USB (DAC)
Speaker Input: Up to 30V
Compatible with KTX-CSP1 Tuning Microphone (sold separately)

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

22nd Tint World Location in Texas Opens in New Braunfels

SAN ANTONIO , TX (11.21.23) – Tint World announced the opening of their 22nd Texas franchise’s physical store in New Braunfels.

Tint World New Braunfels, owned by Kevin and Allyson McBreen, has already been serving the area with premier commercial and residential window tinting solutions, and the opening of their physical location introduces the brand’s full line of automotive aftermarket services to drivers throughout their market. The expanded offerings include premium solutions such as paint protection films, custom wheels and tires, industry leading window tinting, security enhancements and more.

“It’s been a dream of mine to work with cars every day at work, and thanks to Tint World’s amazing franchise model, I can say I’m living that dream now,” said Kevin McBreen. “The Tint World leadership team has been phenomenal in helping Allyson and me build our team and start this journey. The training has been top-notch, and the support has really made us feel like we’re part of a family. We’re so excited to have our storefront open and now offer the full lineup of world-class Tint World automotive products to our community.”

Prior to the store opening, the McBreens began working with homeowners, business owners and contractors in the area to provide window enhancement solutions. The range of products they introduced, including safety and security films, commercial graphics, privacy films, and solar control window films designed to counter the intense Texas heat, swiftly addressed a void in a predominantly unexploited market. 

“Our growth in Texas is evident of both the strong consumer demand and the excellent service our franchise owners provide, and the McBreens are a perfect fit to help continue our expansion in the state,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “Their daughter Emily told us that ‘when her parents have a goal, they only know how to overachieve it,’ and I can confidently say she’s right. Kevin and Allyson hit the ground running with our premium residential and commercial window films well before their store was open, and now they’re going to take it to the next level. They’ve placed their trust in our proven franchise system and repeatable process, and we have complete faith that they’re going to make a lasting impression in New Braunfels and the entire northeast San Antonio market.”

Tint World New Braunfels, located at 553 South Business IH-35, New Braunfels, Texas 78130, serves the Gruene, San Marcos, Bulverde, Seguin, Wimberley, McQueeney, Kingsbury, North Cliffe, and Selma areas.

To book an appointment, request a quote, or find out more about the store and its products and services, call (830) 214-7822 or visit https://www.tintworld.com/locations/tx/new-braunfels-147/.

SiriusXM Launches Three New Channels Expanding On Its Broad Music Offerings

NEW YORK, NY (11.21.23) – SiriusXM announced the launch of three new music channels, Alt2K, Flex2K and The Flow, which all join its extensive and diverse lineup. The exclusive and original channels will offer something for every listener, bringing a mix of 2000s hits across R&B, Hip-Hop and Alternative.

The new year-round SiriusXM channels were announced as part of SiriusXM’s Next Generation Industry & Press Preview event in New York.

Alt2K: Relive the energy, emotion and exploration of 2000s alternative rock from the breakthrough artists that defined the generation. Hear from Cage The Elephant, Coldplay, Fall Out Boy, MUSE, The Killers and much more. Alt2K is available starting today on channel 313 and on the SiriusXM app.

Flex2K: The 2000s marked a special time in Hip-Hop with classic albums such as 50 Cent’s “Get Rich or Die Tryin’,” the strong emergence of southern rap, and rise of superstars like Drake, J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj and more. Hear all the throwbacks from T.I., Young Jeezy, Ludacris and more all on one dedicated channel. Flex2K is available starting today on channel 49 and on the SiriusXM app.

The FlowIt’s all about those good R&B vibes from the 2000s and 2010s. Hear all the R&B hits since the turn of the millennium on SiriusXM’s The Flow. The new channel will feature tunes from iconic artists including Alicia Keys, Ciara, H.E.R., John Legend, Khalid, Ne-Yo, Usher and more. The Flow is available starting today on channel 48 and on the SiriusXM App.

SiriusXM’s newest 24/7 channels are available to subscribers across North America in their cars and anywhere they go with the SiriusXM app. Eligible customers can get their first three months of SiriusXM streaming for free.

Click here to sign up and experience all that SiriusXM has to offer. See Offer Details.