BOUCHERVILLE, QUEBEC (12.31.2020) – Fortin is now shipping new T-Harnesses for select Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Infiniti vehicles.
Nissan models include 2021 Rogue, 2022 Pathfinder, and 2020-21 Sentra. Other models include 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2022 Infiniti QX60.
Features include immobilizer bypass, remote start, OEM style cabling system, and plug & play installation.
Visit fortin.ca for more.
AVON LAKE, OHIO – Keep your hot new Polaris RZR from getting too hot with a Heat Control Kit from Design Engineering, Inc.
Designed to snugly fit the contours of 2019-2022 Polaris RZR XP 4 1000, RZR XP 4 Turbo, RZR Turbo 4 S models, the kit keeps the center console area and seats cool thanks to DEI’s heat-blocking blend of materials.
“Using Extreme Heat Barrier to shield heat in the center console and our Black Extreme Heat Barrier to insulate behind the seats blocking engine heat, this new Heat Control Kit provides a comfortable ride on any excursion,” stated Mike Buca of DEI. “Plus, detailed instructions, along with our DEI support team, makes installation a breeze.”
DEI’s Extreme Heat Barrier withstands temperatures up 1750°F to keep the driver and passenger areas protected. The materials are water nonabsorbent, self adhesive, and have superior insulating properties. The Heat Control Kits are available in Behind-the-Seats and Center-Console options, as well as a Combination kit that covers it all.
For more information about DEI’s full line of thermal and sound control products, visit www.designengineering.com
AUBURN HILLS, MI (03.15.22) – Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. will offer three, 1-hour online training webinars for their Authorized U.S. Dealers. These webinars will focus on newly released and upcoming 2022 Alpine products.
This is the first series of webinars that Alpine will host in 2022. Over the past two years, Alpine has found new opportunities to connect with dealers by offering online courses that ranged from new product introductions, marketing promotions, and detailed product training.
“Even though the concept of these webinars was born out of necessity during the “stay-at-home” environment we’ve experienced these past two years, we continue to find value in offering online education and support to our dealers,” said Ed Moriarty, Assistant Vice President of Sales and Technology, Brand Business Unit, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. “Not only are these trainings valuable for staying connected with our dealers; they also give our dealers the opportunity to receive important brand information and support straight from the source – you don’t see that with many companies.”
Led by Alpine National Trainer, Eric Brooks, the theme for the webinar training is “Precise. Dynamic. Live.” with training on the 2022 Alpine Product Line. The training will be fully accessible online with time for questions at the end.
Registrants can choose from the following days to attend:
Monday, April 4, noon EST
Tuesday, April 5, 3 p.m. EST
Wednesday, April 6, 6 p.m. EST
All Alpine Authorized Dealers are encouraged to register for this free webinar by contacting their Alpine Rep.
Visit alpine-usa.com for more.
TAMPA, FL (03.15.22) – DOW Technologies is an award-winning distributor of 12Volt aftermarket products. The company’s team focuses on the sales of car, marine and powersport vehicle audio, video, and lighting upgrade products to 12Volt shops that sell and install the products. Additional vehicle upgrades products distributed include security alarms, remote start, safety products such as blind spot detection and backup cameras, radar detection, dash cameras, and other accessories.
The primary products distributed are car audio equipment (speakers, amps, radios, subs), remote start accessories, radars, cameras and more. Supporting products include everything from cables, plugs, fuses, harnesses, adapters to other installation parts. The primary vendor partners are Sony, Escort, Triton, Rockford Fosgate, Arc Audio, and Metra.
The Account Manager position for DOW Technologies is primarily responsible for developing and increasing business in their designated territory and pillar. You will be responsible for managing and strengthening existing accounts, as well as finding and growing new points of business, developed directly by you or developed from leads provided by any of the company’s external partners. Job responsibilities and obligations may extend beyond normal workday hours; you may be required to work before and after hours or on weekends in order to accomplish your goals. This position will work closely with all DOW management to provide you and our customers with the materials and programs needed to make them successful.
If interested in the position, click here to apply: shorturl.at/fmtP2
Visit www.dowtechnologies.com for more.
HOLLY HILL, FL (03.14.22) – Saddle Tramp by Metra Electronics has added new products to their inventory designed to upgrade 1998-2013 Harley-Davidson Road Glide models. This new line of products features a replacement inner fairing for riders who want to upgrade the sound system and install a modern aftermarket Double-DIN radio, as well as accompanying products that complement the fairing. Saddle Tramp has also introduced a new amp bracket kit to fit 2014-up Harley-Davidson Street Glide models. These new products are available now for shipping and are designed to help installers deliver upgraded, fully customizable sound systems with less time and labor spent in the install bay.
FLT/Sharknose Inner Fairing – Fits 1998-2013 Harley-Davidson Road Glide FLT Models
The 95-HDIF2 Harley-Davidson Road Glide FLT/Sharknose fairing is a replacement inner fairing designed to fit almost any 4-inch tall Double-DIN radio into 1998-2013 Harley-Davidson Road Glide FLT models. This product allows for the upgrading of the stock radio to a model with a display screen for modern radio technology like Apple CarPlay and Android audio. These motorcycles come from the factory able to accommodate only a smaller 2-inch tall Single-DIN radio. This customization kit comes with the radio mounting hardware and speaker plates in three different sizes; 6.5-inch, 6×9-inch, and a blank plate so that you can add the speaker size of your choice. The fairing is painted high-gloss black but can be custom painted if desired, and it retains all of the original gauges on the motorcycle. Like all of Metra’s radio installation kits, it is constructed with durable ABS plastic and designed to match the factory look and feel for a sleek upgrade that will withstand the elements.
Handlebar Audio Control Retention Interface – Fits 1998-2013 Harley-Davidson FLH/FLT Models
The BC-HDSWC-WR Harley-Davidson Handlebar Control allows installers to replace the radio in a motorcycle, while retaining the use of the factory handlebar audio controls. This easy-to-install interface uses a patented Auto-Detect system to configure itself for the specific motorcycle application and aftermarket radio being installed. The interface provides wires for front speakers, constant power, switched power and ground, and includes a water-resistant enclosure. This product works with the 95-HDIF2 Harley-Davidson Road Glide FLT/Sharknose fairing featured above. It can be made to work with all models by pairing with Metra’s BC-9725 Amp Bypass Harness.
Rear Speaker Harness – Fits 1998-2013 Harley-Davidson FLH/FLT Models
The BC-9711 Harley-Davidson Rear Speaker Harness allows riders to easily upgrade the sound system in their motorcycles. It fits nicely into the 95-HDIF2 Harley-Davidson Road Glide FLT/Sharknose fairing. This harness will keep your factory rear speakers playing, with plug-n-play ease, using factory Molex connectors. Constructed with 18-gauge oxygen-free copper for the best possible conductivity and audio performance.
Amplifier Mounting Plate – Fits 1998-2013 Harley-Davidson Road Glide FLT Models
The BC-AMP05 Harley-Davidson Road Glide FLT Amp Mounting Plate installs inside the front fairing and can be mounted to the clutch or brake side of the main fairing mounting bolts. Mounting plate, hook and loop pad, and cable ties are included in the package. The mounting plate is black powder-coated steel with slots around the outside edge which can be used to secure the wiring for the amplifier with the supplied cable ties. This mounting plate is small enough to fit into the limited space within fairings and should be paired with a micro amp. We recommend amps that are 4.5”W x 8”L x 1.5”H, as noted in the included instructions. This product is compatible with the 95-HDIF2 Harley-Davidson Road Glide FLT/Sharknose replacement fairing.
Amplifier Mounting Plate – Fits 2014-up Harley-Davidson Street Glide
In addition to the BC-AMP05 mounting plate, Saddle Tramp also has a new amp mounting plate for Harley-Davidson Street Glide motorcycles; the BC-AMP06. This product is installed on top of the OE radio tray and reuses the factory bolts. The kit includes a hook and loop pad and cable ties. The mounting plate is black powder-coated steel with slots around the outside edge which can be used to secure the wiring for the amplifier with the supplied cable ties. Original fairings on these motorcycle models offer adequate space for aftermarket amps.
Visit metraonline.com for more.
NEW YORK, NY (03.14.22) – SiriusXM will offer listeners nationwide extensive coverage of NCAA March Madness – a favorite time of year for sports fans – carrying play-by-play of the entire 2022 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship, as well as expanded play-by-play coverage of this year’s NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship. In addition to tournament game broadcasts, listeners will also get the most in-depth expert analysis leading up to and throughout the tournament on SiriusXM’s exclusive 24/7 college sports talk channels.
From the First Four on March 15-16 through the Final Four and National Championship game on April 2 and 4 SiriusXM will air every game – from the tip to the final buzzer – of the 2022 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship.
SiriusXM will air NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship games, this year carrying more live play-by-play than ever before, from the Sweet 16 games through the Women’s Final Four and championship game.
All Men’s and Women’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts are provided to SiriusXM by Westwood One, the official network radio partner of the NCAA.
Tournament match-ups and SiriusXM channel assignments will be available at siriusxm.com/sports starting Monday, March 14.
On Selection Sunday, March 13, SiriusXM listeners will get up-to-the-moment coverage as tournament teams and first round match-ups are announced. On Mad Dog Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 82), Chris “Mad Dog” Russo and Steve Torre will host special Selection Sunday coverage live from 5:00 to 9:00 pm ET. ESPNU Radio on SiriusXM (channel 84) will air Selection Sunday specials from 5:00 to 11:00 pm ET. At 5:00 pm ET, Fran Fraschilla and Jon Crispin will host coverage of the men’s bracket reveal, then Nicole Auerbach and Krista Blunk will take over as the women’s bracket is announced at 8:00 pm ET. The official NCAA Tournament Selection Show produced by Westwood One will air on CBS Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 158) from 6:00 to 9:00 pm ET and will cover the reveal of both the men’s and women’s tournament brackets. The shows will feature interviews with special guests, including team coaches as well as NCAA Men’s Basketball Committee Chair Tom Burnett and NCAA Women’s Basketball Committee Chair Nina King.
Throughout the tournament, SiriusXM’s exclusive, dedicated college sports channels – ESPNU Radio, SiriusXM ACC Radio, SiriusXM Big 12 Radio, SiriusXM Big Ten Radio, SiriusXM Pac-12 Radio and SiriusXM SEC Radio – will offer daily expert analysis from former players, coaches and other college sports insiders. These channels will be a place for fans to call in and discuss the performances of their favorite teams and conferences.
Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski, in his final NCAA Tournament with his Blue Devils, will continue to host his weekly SiriusXM show throughout the tournament. Basketball and Beyond with Coach K airs on ESPNU Radio on SiriusXM and is available on the SXM App.
The next series of episodes of Christopher Russo’s SiriusXM original podcast – Digging Up The Past – will debut weekly throughout the tournament, and will feature Russo and guests looking back at the history of the NCAA Tournament from the late 1970s through the 1980s. The first episode in this series, which focuses on the famous 1979 Tournament that featured the Magic Johnson-led Michigan State Spartans facing Larry Bird and the Indiana State Sycamores, is available now on the SXM App: siriusxm.us/DiggingUpThePast.
Men’s and Women’s Tournament games, as well as SiriusXM’s exclusive 24/7 college sports talk channels, are available to listeners nationwide on SiriusXM radios in their cars and on the SXM App. Streaming access is included for most subscribers.
DAYTONA BEACH FL (03.11.22) Progressive American Flat Track has announced an 18-round schedule for the 2022 season that will bring the world’s premier dirt track motorcycle racing series to new venues in new markets as well as a return to the major motorcycle rallies.
Ideally balanced in its March-October dates, coast-to-coast locations, and blend of eight Half-Miles, five Miles, two TTs, and three Short Tracks, the ‘22 slate is set to establish Progressive AFT as a highlight attraction at some of the world’s biggest motorcycling events.
The season will kick off with an epic Daytona Bike Week doubleheader on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 with the Volusia Half-Mile I & II to properly set the stage for the year ahead.
KICKER is on site with Lorin Morrell with an expanded presence for 2022 as the season begins. KICKER is the Official Audio Sponsor in 2022 and the Presenting Sponsor of the AFT Singles Category.
The circuit continues with Progressive AFT rounds reinstated as key components of the massively popular Laconia Motorcycle Week and Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Finally, the 2022 Grand National Championship battle will come full circle with a return visit to Daytona Beach during Biketoberfest for the Volusia Half-Mile III season finale. In addition, several other events will have a similarly celebratory feel with high-profile showdowns on holiday weekends including Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day.
The annual legendary Midwest events, the Springfield Mile doubleheader, Peoria TT and Lima Half-Mile, all return on the same weekends while four events will move to new weekends in 2022. After a rain-out in 2021, the Texas Half-Mile moves to a new date in March to be a part of IndyCar weekend at Texas Motor Speedway. The New York Short Track and Port Royal Half-Mile will both move to new weekends in July, and Cal Expo will play host to the Sacramento Mile in August.
A number of fan and rider favorite venues are back following temporary absences. The Red Mile, Laconia Short Track and Black Hills Half-Mile last took place in 2019 and are set to make their triumphant return to the calendar in 2022.
The Castle Rock TT, meanwhile, is back following a lengthier pause. The ‘22 edition will mark the 28th inclusion of the adrenaline-fueled race on the Progressive AFT schedule and a return to the Pacific Northwest for the first time since 2014. The event is sure to be one of the most unique events on the tour thanks to a collaboration with Thor Drake, renowned for his ability to curate motorcycle art, racing and culture and deliver highly entertaining events such as The One Moto Show and The Wild One.
There will also be two new additions to the slate: I-70 Half-Mile in Odessa, Missouri, and the Cedar Lake Short Track in New Richmond, Wisconsin. The stop in Odessa is Progressive American Flat Track’s first in Missouri since 2005 while the race in New Richmond will be the series’ first in Wisconsin since 2003.
The complete 2022 Progressive American Flat Track schedule follows:
1. March 10, 2022 – Volusia Half-Mile I, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
2. March 11, 2022 – Volusia Half-Mile II, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
3. March 19, 2022 – Texas Half-Mile, Texas Motor Speedway, Dallas-Ft. Worth, TX
4. April 23, 2022 – I-70 Half-Mile, I-70 Motorsports Park, Odessa, MO
5. May 28, 2022 – Red Mile I, The Red Mile, Lexington, KY
6. May 29, 2022 – Red Mile II, The Red Mile, Lexington, KY
7. June 11, 2022 – Laconia Short Track, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Loudon, NH
8. June 25, 2022 – Lima Half-Mile, Allen County Fairgrounds, Lima, OH
9. July 2, 2022 – New York Short Track, Weedsport Speedway, Weedsport, NY
10. July 16, 2022 – Port Royal Half-Mile, Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
11. July 30, 2022 – Peoria TT, Peoria Motorcycle Club, Peoria, IL
12. August 6, 2022 – Black Hills Half-Mile, Black Hills Speedway, Rapid City, SD
13. August 13, 2022 – Castle Rock TT, Castle Rock Race Park, Castle Rock, WA
14. August 20, 2022 – Sacramento Mile, Cal Expo, Sacramento, CA
15. September 3, 2022 – Springfield Mile I, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, IL
16. September 4, 2022 – Springfield Mile II, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, IL
17. September 24, 2022 – Cedar Lake Short Track, Cedar Lake Speedway & Arena, New Richmond, WI
18. October 15, 2022 – Volusia Half-Mile III, Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
Online ticket sales for all rounds will be available in the coming weeks on AmericanFlatTrack.com. To score the latest gear for the Progressive American Flat Track fan, visit our official merchandise store at https://store.americanflattrack.com.
The above text was edited from the original 2022 Progressive American Flat Track Scheduled press announcement.
DIANA BEACH FL (03.11.22) TURY engineers, manufactures and offers a complete lineup of interfaces from factory key fob window, sunroof and side mirrors automation to a throttle response kit designed to eliminate the gas pedal delay found in many drive by wire vehicles.
TURY FAST is a throttle response enhancement product. With 36 different levels of adjustment, it allows the driver to find the most improvement to their liking.
Jayson Cook, Sales Manager Columbus Car Audio, just received a TURY Fast order at the company’s Columbus OH store.
“We just received it and I installed it in my personal vehicle and LOVE it! I think this is going to be a good add on to sales with a lot of our clients. It is a quick and easy install and works very well. I think it is priced similar to other throttle controllers but does a lot more. The lock out feature alone is a home run in my opinion.”
Continuing Cook added “This is a product that will requite the sales person to actually discuss and for shops to get behind and promote. At this point it will not be a product that people will come in asking for yet because of how new it is. CCA is very excited about the TURY Fast and looking forward to showing it and installing it for our customers.”
FAST also has a few unique functions. From the TURY FAST Bluetooth App, the driver can “lock out” the gas pedal which makes the vehicle immovable even if the keys are left inside. FAST can provide a level of security that most aftermarket systems don’t.
FAST also has a valet mode. The driver can select the amount of throttle response; limiting the speed and performance of the vehicle.
TURY is also developing trailer connection harnesses specifically catered to the US market and many other unique items that will be announced over the next several months.
For more information please contact marty@hki-usa.com.
TAMPA, FL (03.09.22) – DOW Technologies, the leading independently owned electronics and technology services distributor, was recently awarded Distributor of the Year at the Mobile Electronics Association Industry Awards. DOW also received the award in 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019, and 2020.
The Mobile Electronics association presents the awards annually to recognize and honor those in the mobile electronics industry. The Industry Awards are voted on by the retailers and vendors working in the 12Volt industry nationwide.
“I am really proud of the effort our team gives every day,” stated Mike Hurwitz, 12volt strategic sales manager. “We are focused on providing our customers the best customer service and this award recognizes the work we’ve put in over the last year.”
“This award recognizes the dedication of our entire company to support our 12Volt customers,” stated senior vice president Dave Elkin. “The sales team provides great service, building meaningful relationships with the customers. Our purchasing team works with our vendor partners to work through inventory and supply chain issues to help customers. And the warehouse teams ensure rapid order processing, getting products shipped out quickly. All of our employees can take pride in being honored by the industry.”
To learn more about DOW Technologies, please visit http://www.dowtechnologies.com or call 1.800.627.2900. To read more about the Mobile Electronics Industry Awards, visit https://meindustryawards.com/what-are-the-industry-awards/.
LAS VEGAS, NV (03.09.22) – Kingpin University showed two new kits featuring Habanero Cordless Heating Tools at the recent KnowledgeFest event in Las Vegas, a result of the new distribution agreement with the Mount Pleasant, Wisc.-based tool manufacturer. In addition, Kingpin University announced three new training classes that culminate in a multi-session group build of the company’s iconic “Rat Rod” show vehicle.
Kingpin University is marketing the Habanero Plastic Repair Kit in addition to its own custom kit. The Plastic Repair Kit (MSRP $129.99) features the USB-charging Habanero tool body in a convenient hard case. It ships with a hot staple tip, plastic welding tip and plastic filler tip, as well as charging cable, wire brush, three types of plastic filler rods and two types of staples.
The Ultimate Soldering Kit (MSRP $199.99) created by Kingpin University includes the Habanero tool body and charging cable, fine soldering tip, heat-resistant tool lid and solder roll in a transportable storage base to allow easy access in the vehicle or on a workbench.
“Habanero soldering kits are quickly becoming a favorite of installers and fabricators because of their versatility and portability,” said Jason Kranitz, lead instructor at Kingpin University. “The ability to quickly change tips to accomplish various fastening and repair jobs saves businesses time and money. We are thrilled to offer Habanero products to our students and fellow industry professionals.”
Kingpin University also added three upcoming classes to its website at kingpinuniversity.com. Fundamentals of Car Audio Online is a two-hour virtual course that will take attendees through all of the features of a professional-grade oscilloscope and show them how to use the tool to deliver maximum power and performance from an audio system. The second “Step One” virtual course for Laser / CNC work shows attendees how to use CAD software to create precise, intricate drawings that can be cut on a CNC machine.
The third course is the first of an in-session series in which attendees will design and build different sections of Kingpin University’s award-winning show car. The work will be featured at the upcoming Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas.
For more information on Kingpin University, available training courses, Habanero tools or Kingpin Fab Products, visit kingpinuniversity.com.
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