SiriusXM Celebrates the Holiday Season with Launch of Most Festive Channels to Date

NEW YORK, NY (12.04.23) – SiriusXM has announced the return of its highly anticipated holiday music lineup featuring 26 festive channels, including three new channels: Trans-Siberian Orchestra Radio, Smokey’s Holiday Soul Town and Sleep Christmas. The holiday season kicks off November 8 on SiriusXM with many of the channels live now and streaming on the SiriusXM app.

SiriusXM brings listeners its most extensive collection of holiday channels yet with a wide variety of seasonal tunes including traditional holiday songs, classic Christmas carols and Hanukkah music as well as genre-specific channels such as holiday pop, country Christmas, seasonal soul and classical Christmas.  

SiriusXM’s holiday channels are available to subscribers nationwide in their car and on 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.

For more information visit: www.siriusxm.com/holiday-music   

SiriusXM’s Holiday Channel Line-Up

Acoustic Christmas: Unplug this Christmas with nothing but acoustic holiday tunes. Hear new and classic holiday songs from well-known singer songwriters and bands like Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers, Jack Johnson, Kacey Musgraves, Norah Jones, The Lumineers and more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26 and on channel 17 beginning December 24 through December 26.

Christmas Spirit: Christmas music and holiday favorites exclusively from contemporary Christian artists. Here, the reason for the season is not just remembered, He’s celebrated in song, with no commercial interruptions. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26 and on channel 63 beginning December 6 through December 26. 

Cool Jazz Christmas: Elevate the season with a jazzy holiday soundtrack that is everything you need for a cool yule! Pour the eggnog and let the festivities begin with Christmas classics from some of the greatest contemporary jazz instrumentalists including Dave Koz, Vince Guaraldi, Jonathan Butler and Boney James, plus a sprinkling of some of the smoothest vocals of the season from the likes of Anita Baker, Samara Joy, Take 6, and Natalie Cole.  Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26. 

Country Christmas: A wide-ranging assortment of country Christmas music spanning the generations of country, including Willie Nelson, Carrie Underwood, George Strait and more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26 and on channel 58 beginning December 6 through December 26.

Hallmark Channel Radio: Hallmark Channel Radio is back for the holidays featuring timeless Christmas music and carols that celebrate the joy of the season. Hear the songs you love including music from this year’s all-new Hallmark Channel Countdown to Christmas movies as well as the channel’s new app-exclusive themed radio mixes including the Mistletoe Kiss Mix, Peppermint Pop Christmas Mix and Cozy Christmas. Hallmark Channel Radio is the perfect way to embrace the wonder of the season with loved ones near and far. Available on the SiriusXM app and channel 107 November 8 through December 26. 

Holiday Chill-Out: SiriusXM brings you a 24/7 Holiday Chill-Out channel featuring downtempo, chilled-out holiday favorites. ’Tis the season to relax. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26. 

Holiday Instrumentals: String, piano and orchestral versions of seasonal favorites designed to set the holiday mood. No vocals…just instruments playing holiday hits…so YOU can sing along! A cozy soundtrack to the season! Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Holiday Pops: This festive season, immerse yourself in classical Christmas carols and cherished holiday favorites! Experience the magic as performed by some of the most iconic classical musicians, including Luciano Pavarotti, the New York Philharmonic, King’s College Choir, Boston Pops, Andrea Bocelli, and many more. Listen exclusively on the SiriusXM app from November 8 to December 26 and tune in to channel 78 from December 24 through December 25.  

Holiday Soul: Classic soul and Motown holiday music from the ‘60s and ‘70s, along with R&B holiday favorites from the 80’s including Aretha Franklin, The Temptations, James Brown, Lou Rawls, Smokey Robinson, Dionne Warwick, The Jackson 5, the Four Tops, The Supremes and more. Available on the SiriusXM app and channel 74 November 8 through December 5.

Holiday Traditions: Traditional holiday songs from the ‘40s through the ‘60s by artists such as Bing Crosby, Andy Williams, Doris Day, Ray Conniff, Ella Fitzgerald and Nat King Cole. Available on the SiriusXM app year-round and channel 71 November 8 through December 26.

Holidays with The Tenors: Hanukkah, Christmas, comedy and more; celebrate the Holidays with The Tenors! Listen as they tell stories about the songs on their new album, Christmas with The Tenors. Plus, they’ve got the best mix of music from friends like Michael Bublé, Jann Arden, Bryan Adams and more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 21 through January 7. 

Holly: Modern holiday hits featuring songs by Mariah Carey, Michael Bublé, Dean Martin, Kelly Clarkson, Pentatonix, Josh Groban, John Legend, Brenda Lee, Train, Gwen Stefani and more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through January 8 and on channel 79 November 8 through December 26.

Jingle Jamz: Jingle Jamz features a mix of R&B and Hip-Hop artists from the 90’s to now, singing and rapping about the holidays! ’Tis the season to be jammin’, with artists like Alicia Keys, Boyz II Men, Mary J. Blige, TLC, Gucci Mane, Mariah Carey, Run-D.M.C., John Legend and more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Jolly Christmas: Upbeat, energetic holiday hits from The Chipmunks and Gene Autry to Mariah Carey and Jose Feliciano. Feel-good sing-along songs, bringing smiles to the season. Available on the SiriusXM app and channel 105 November 8 through December 26. 

Kids Christmas: The soundtrack for the most magical time of year! Welcome the holiday season with songs the whole family will love. From holiday classics to today’s most jingle-jangling tunes: It’s all here on Kid’s Christmas! Rudolph, Santa Claus, and Frosty the Snowman take over the airwaves to delight both kids and kids-at-heart all season long. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26. 

Mannheim Steamroller Radio: Celebrate the holidays with Chip Davis of Mannheim Steamroller featuring their signature blend of symphonic, new age and rock inspired Christmas music. Explore more than three decades of their majestic sounds plus Chip’s groundbreaking Fresh Aire music. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26. 

Navidad: Latin holiday music and traditional sounds, including Ricky Martin, Gloria Estefan, José Feliciano, Tito El Bambino, Marco Antonio Solís and Fania All-Stars. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through January 8. 

New Year’s Nation: New Year’s Nation is curated to serve as your ultimate New Year’s celebration playlist powering your party with the best pop, rhythm, dance and hip-hop hits from across the nation to ring in 2024. Available on the SiriusXM app and channel 79 December 27 through January 3.

Noël Incontournable: Holiday music channel featuring Francophone Christmas classics and contemporary holiday hits from the ‘60s to today with music from Ginette Reno, Bruno Pelletier and Laurence Nerbonne. Available year-round on the SiriusXM app.

Radio Hanukkah: An extensive collection of Hanukkah-themed music, including contemporary, traditional and children’s selections as well as daily reflections and prayers related to the holiday. Available on the SiriusXM app December 6 through December 26. 

Real Jazz Holiday: Bop and swing under the mistletoe with some of the most memorable Christmas classics that make for a “real” jazz holiday!  Hear jazz masters like Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole and the Count Basie Orchestra to today’s stars like Wynton Marsalis, Diana Krall, Samara Joy and Christian McBride. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Rockin’ Xmas: SiriusXM’s Rockin’ Xmas Channel brings you memorable Christmas songs that Rock including hits from AC/DC, Paul McCartney, Bon Jovi, U2, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Eagles, Blink-182 and more. Trim your tree and fill your stockings and ears with Classic Rock, Punk Rock, Hard Rock, Alternative Rock, Hair Metal and Blues Rock…All songs that will rock your holidays. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Sleep Christmas: Drift off to meditative versions of classic Christmas melodies and stay well-rested throughout the holidays with Sleep Christmas. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Smokey’s Holiday Soul Town: Celebrate the season with Smokey Robinson as he plays soulful holiday favorites from the ‘60’s, ‘70’s and ‘80’s. From standards by Etta James and Eartha Kitt to classics from Stevie Wonder and The Temptations – you’ll hear them all in Smokey’s Holiday Soul Town! Available on the SiriusXM app and channel 74 beginning December 6 through December 26.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Radio: ‘Tis the season for the multi-generational holiday tradition Trans-Siberian Orchestra! Dive into the realm where rock music pushes classical’s boundaries, where holiday classics fuse with powerful electric guitars, and where a diverse lineup of vocalists come together to create storytelling like no other. Hear the band’s iconic Christmas discography, exclusive concert recordings, original shows hosted by band members and much more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

70s/80s Holidays: Sing-along to the biggest and most familiar Christmas and holiday songs from the 1970s & ‘80s. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Visit www.siriusxm.com for more.

Kaotikkustomz Wins SiriusXM Prize on The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 248

SHREVEPORT LA (12.04.23) – WTF…Win This Friday. Kaotikkustomz won the SiriusXM prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 248 on Friday morning, December 1st.

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.

Jer Bohnstedt at KaoTik Kustomz in Syracuse, IN will be receiving the SiriusXM prize.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 248th time on Friday morning December 1st. The Wheel landed on the SiriusXM space and the Kaotikkustomz 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 Syracuse IN with the news. We left a voice mail and also sent a message to their Instagram address. More to come on this 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

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, Limelight Automotive in Webster NY, Victory Lap Auto Restyling East Moline IL, Unique Audio VA in Lorton VA, Builds by Paul in Litchfield AZ, Voodoo Customs in Haltom City TX, Elevated Design in Phoenix AZ, Mobilework/Tintworks in Santa Maria CA, Nappo Car Audio in Houston, Platinum Car Audio in Washington, Ballistic Audiowerks in Smithsburg MD and The Best Guys in Concord CA.

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 249 on Friday, December 8th. 

PowerBass Recaps The SEMA 2023 Experience That Included An Award Winning Impala And New Products

LAS VEGAS, NV / ONTARIO, CA (12.01.23) – PowerBass pulled into the 2023 SEMA show with yet another amazing Impala built by Zamz Audio and Maharaj Customs.

The booth was packed while the crowds checked out our new PBX Series of Ultra High End Amplifiers and our first ever 8 Channel DSP all ready to take your PowerBass experience to the next level! Both of these new items are going to be in stock and shipping soon!

Sarah Marie greeted guests while signing postcard and taking pics and we had none other than Sinistar Monster Truck Driver and PowerBass staple Athena In the booth signing posters on Friday! Thank you to all that came out to see us at the show and for those that didn’t make it enjoy this recap as captured from the eyes of our friends at Auto Revolution!

Visit powerbassusa.com for more.

Major League Baseball and SiriusXM Extend Broadcasting Agreement Through 2028

NEW YORK, NY (12.01.23) – SiriusXM and Major League Baseball announced a five-year extension of their broadcasting agreement. SiriusXM has teamed up with MLB to deliver games to fans around the country since 2005, and will continue to air live play-by-play of every regular season and postseason MLB game, as well as select spring training and Spanish-language game broadcasts, through the 2028 season. SiriusXM will also continue to produce the exclusive MLB Network Radio channel, which delivers live, in-depth MLB talk and analysis 365 days a year.

All MLB games are available to SiriusXM listeners in their cars and on the SiriusXM app. Those listening on the SiriusXM app and in vehicles equipped with SiriusXM’s latest generation 360L platform get access to play-by-play channels dedicated to each of MLB’s 30 clubs. This ensures the listener can hear their favorite team’s announcers for every game, whether they are playing at home or on the road.

The new SiriusXM app, which will begin rolling out on December 14, will offer listeners a more personalized, easy-to-use, lean-back streaming experience that puts discovery at the forefront. A new centralized sports hub ensures fans never have to miss a game, with all the latest live broadcasts, dedicated league and team pages, start of game notifications and more.

“We’re very proud to continue Baseball’s rich history of reaching fans through their radios. Today, we’re delivering those fans the sounds of the game through SiriusXM’s state-of-the-art platforms in the car and on the SiriusXM app,” said Scott Greenstein, SiriusXM’s President and Chief Content Officer. “Being able to hear their team’s announcers is important to fans, and no matter where you are listening from across North America, you’ll get access to every team’s broadcast for every game on SiriusXM. Couple this with the best daily talk and analysis of the game on the MLB Network Radio channel and SiriusXM is a must-have for baseball fans, and will be for years to come.”

“The collection of MLB game presentations and content that has developed through our extended relationship with SiriusXM has been a powerful asset in making our game more accessible to fans wherever they are,” said Kenny Gersh, Executive Vice President of Media & Business Development, Major League Baseball. “The sounds of Baseball are an important part of our story and we’re proud to continue to work with SiriusXM as they advance and grow the MLB streaming experience for fans on their platforms.”

SiriusXM’s exclusive 24/7 MLB Network Radio channel features live daily talk programming covering MLB 365 days a year with a roster of hosts that includes former players, executives, managers and other baseball insiders.

The channel will broadcast live from the Baseball Winter Meetings happening next week (Dec. 3-6) in Nashville, TN. MLB Network Radio hosts on site will include former general managers Jim Bowden, Jim Duquette and Steve Phillips, former player Eduardo Perez, and baseball experts Jenny Cavnar and Mike Ferrin. Listeners will hear interviews with many of the executives and managers who are in town, and get up-to-the-moment news and analysis on free agents, trades and other offseason topics from Major League Baseball.

Additionally, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman, hosts of SiriusXM’s popular Baseball Bar-B-Cast podcast, will be in Nashville capturing content and publishing daily podcasts.

Visit siriusxm.com for more.

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 Trafficking, St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund, Truckers 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.