DIAMOND BAR, CA (02.26.26) – SEMA Garage and BigRep America today announced a new partnership that will give SEMA members throughout North America access to their newly offered large-format 3D printing services. Through this collaboration, the SEMA Garage facility in Diamond Bar, Calif., will serve as the hub for these services, enabling members to produce parts ranging from early-stage prototypes to functional components using BigRep’s catalog of validated 3D printing filaments.

SEMA Garage is the product development and technology resource center of the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), serving member companies in the automotive specialty equipment industry. It has consistently positioned itself at the forefront of emerging manufacturing and product development technologies, offering advanced vehicle testing, 3D scanning, OEM data, and manufacturing services to support members’ product development, research, and compliance needs. The addition of large-format additive manufacturing represents the next chapter in that commitment.

“We couldn’t be more excited about this partnership with SEMA Garage. It’s a meaningful step forward in how we bring large-format additive manufacturing to the automotive industry in North America. The automotive sector has always been at the heart of what we do, and by working directly with SEMA Garage, we’re making it easier than ever for their members to tap into that technology for real large-scale applications.”
— Jeff Olson, President, BigRep America

“SEMA Garage is thrilled to partner with BigRep to bring large-format rapid prototyping into our Product Development service lineup. This cutting-edge capability gives our members the tools to stretch the limits of innovation and improve the speed and efficiency of their development process.”
— Jim Moore, Vice President, OEM and Product Development, SEMA

The Diamond Bar facility will be home to the BigRep STUDIO, a large-format 3D printer with a well-established track record in the automotive industry. The STUDIO is purpose-built for professional environments, capable of printing parts at full-scale using a broad range of materials — from standard prototyping filaments to engineering-grade thermoplastics suited for demanding functional applications.

BigRep brings deep roots in the automotive sector to this partnership. The company has worked with major automotive OEMs, including Ford, and has supported aftermarket shops nationwide in producing custom parts, interior components, and fabrication tooling. BigRep technology has also made its way into motorsports through a collaboration with LEGACY MOTOR CLUB of the NASCAR Cup Series, where large-format printing has been used to develop large-scale tooling, aerodynamic components, and race-ready parts.

For more information, visit www.bigrep.com and www.sema.org.

LIBERTYVILLE, IL (02.26.26) – Built for the trail. Tuned for the drive. ALL-NEW Ford Bronco® Tuned Audio Packages have arrived, exclusively engineered for NEWER Ford Bronco® vehicles (2025-2026). Get ready to BRING YOUR LOUD with Music. Defined. sound!

MB Quart Ford Bronco® Tuned Audio Packages include front 3-way component speakers with 1-inch Magnesium WideSphere™ Technology tweeters and two 400-watt Class-D amplifiers with on-board equalization.

MBQBRO-STG6A-1-25 Ford® Bronco 2025-2026 Tuned Audio Package works with MBQBRO-302 400-watt Tailgate Subwoofer System and MBQBRO-SUBR-1 400-watt OEM Subwoofer Upgrade.

UPGRADE your 2025-2026 Ford Bronco to be BUILT LOUD!

To learn more, click here.

TEMPE, AZ (02.25.26) – Automotive audio pioneer Wayne Harris will feature his world-famous Terminator vehicle during a special live interview during MasterTech Expo 2026, held March 12-15, 2026 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Ariz., offering attendees a rare look into one of the most iconic builds in car audio history.

Open to all MasterTech attendees and exhibitors, the Terminator will be on hand and the featured session will take place March 12 from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM in the Delta AZ Ballroom.

Harris has been a driving force in the 12-volt automotive audio industry since the early 1980s. A designer, engineer, entrepreneur, and innovator, he has earned multiple Design & Engineering awards, he holds several patents for audio technology innovations, and was named one of the Top Ten Most Influential People in Car Audio from 1987–1992.

Originally built in the mid-1980s – well ahead of its time – the Terminator featured groundbreaking concepts including one of the first true symmetry-based system layouts, including six Power 1000 amplifiers and a rotating amplifier rack that redefined what was possible in mobile audio design. The vehicle pushed extreme power levels for its era and became a benchmark for competitive audio builds.

The Terminator Vehicle
The Terminator began life as a 1960 Cadillac hearse before Harris transformed it into one of the most legendary show vehicles in automotive audio history. Packed with massive subwoofers, multiple drivers, and staggering power output for the time, it helped shape early competition culture and left a lasting impression on anyone who experienced it in person.

Today, Harris has been carefully modernizing, refurbishing, and rewiring the Terminator, preserving its original spirit while ensuring it remains period-correct. Decades later, the vehicle remains a cultural icon, still talked about by competitors and enthusiasts who remember seeing – and hearing – it dominate early car audio events.

Live Interview & Walk-Through
Attendees will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear directly from Harris as he walks through the history, design philosophy, and technical innovation behind the Terminator.

The session will be hosted by Matt Schaefer and Gary Bell of the Old Fashion Podcast.

For anyone passionate about car audio history, innovation, and legendary builds, this is a moment not to be missed.

Register today at www.mastertechexpo.com.

LIBERTYVILLE, IL (02.25.26) – Hifonics Colossus Mini amplifiers create higher PRO POWER where you need it the most. The smallest size footprint of the Colossus family of amplifiers – Colossus Mini amplifiers are innovated with a sleek, bold design that blends into any car or vehicle interior.

Incorporating full-range Class-D chipsets (including the mono models) – all Colossus Mini amplifiers are compatible with a
wide range of drivers, especially pro-style speakers.

Feel BIGGER POWER in a Mini footprint.

To learn more, click here.

(02.24.26) – With a career built on exceptional sales acumen and an enduring passion for automobiles, Dan represents the perfect balance of strategy and drive. His approach transforms every negotiation into an art form and every sale into a calculated success.

Join Dan as he shares proven techniques and forward-thinking strategies designed to help you unlock new levels of profitability, customer engagement, and long-term growth. Experience the synergy between strategic brilliance and automotive passion — and discover how to turn opportunity into achievement.

What You’ll Learn:

• Day 1 – Attachments & Upsells: Master the art of value expansion and maximizing every customer interaction.
• Day 2 – Diversified Revenue Streams: Learn how to build multiple pathways for sustained business growth.
• Day 3 – Social Media & Marketing as a Sales Tool: Leverage modern platforms to amplify your reach and drive results.

Don’t miss this powerful three-day Sales Summit that will redefine how you sell, connect, and succeed in today’s competitive marketplace.

Register at www.cmaexpo.ca

WASHINGTON, DC (02.23.26) – In response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s 6-3 ruling to strike down the Trump Administration’s tariffs issued under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 (IEEPA), the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) made the following statement:

“SEMA hopes this court decision enables the space to establish a transition period where American companies can reshore their operations, diversify their supply chains, and re-establish their domestic manufacturing capabilities. We encourage President Trump to continue to remove regulatory barriers that hamper the ability of small manufacturers to thrive domestically.”

BACKGROUND
Tariffs on automotive parts, as well as steel- and aluminum-derivative items, are not impacted by this legal decision. SEMA will continue to advocate for a level playing field for those who depend on domestically sourced raw materials.

The automotive aftermarket that SEMA represents has an annual economic impact of $337 billion, supporting more than 1.3 million American jobs.

The vast majority of SEMA member businesses, and of the broader automotive aftermarket, are small, domestic manufacturers who are committed to Made in America principles.

SEMA, in a previous letter to the Trump Administration, has urged the use of incentives that support American manufacturers as they transition their capabilities, including tariff exemptions for things like molds, tooling, and machinery brought back to the United States, as well as tax incentives to offset the associated costs.

For more information, visit www.sema.org.

LIBERTYVILLE, IL (02.23.26) – Patent pending VU Meter technology is placed directly on top of every V-DRIVE amplifier, allowing for convenient tuning for capturing the best possible sound from your Crunch car audio installation. Selectable logo illumination modes include switching between full constant red LED lights, VU Meter mode, or full off.

V-DRIVE amplifiers come in mono, 2-channel, and 4-channel configurations and feature clean and undistorted sound in a smaller space that takes audio to new levels of power for deeper output and richer listening gains.

To learn more, click here.

ITASCA, IL (02.20.26) – Lucas Lighting is pleased to share details of the new standard in mini bulbs, M-Series. Vice President Steve Rogers reports, “After more than three years of development and more prototypes than any other project in our history, we have delivered what I believe are the finest automotive mini bulbs available today. Our design criteria were significant, and we were able to achieve everything we set out to accomplish.” 

Highlights of the line include: 

Position matching of LED chipsets to the original halogen bulb to optimize light pattern and amplification from the original factory housing. 

Custom tooled 31 and 74 series connectors to ensure a tight click in fit. 

These utilize headlight chipsets to optimize output using fewer chips (light sources) than typically found on mini bulbs. 

Addition of red single and dual output bulbs to optimize visibility with proper color retention for braking. 

Optimized current draw eliminates the need for resistors on turn signals and better than 90% of bulb checking systems. 

Advanced heat dissipation for prolonged life. 

“While all the bulbs are fantastic, the T15 style may be the one I am most proud of. The style is exclusively used as a reverse bulb and for truck bed lighting. This compact model has nearly double the output of a halogen headlight bulb and 5 times that of a standard T15! Our first recommendation when upgrading lighting is the low beam position, the second is reverse lights. If you have a backup camera, it will work more effectively in the dark. If you have tinted windows, you will see significantly better through the glass,” Rogers added. 

19 of the 26 new models are available now. 

For additional information, please visit www.lucas-lighting.com.

TORRANCE, CA (02.20.2026) – Rydeen Mobile Electronics has announced key additions to its Midwest sales representative network. Through partnerships with two established manufacturer’s representative firms, Rydeen is bringing premium vehicle safety solutions closer to retailers and installers across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Western Pennsylvania, making advanced safety technology like digital rear view mirrors and 360° view camera systems more accessible throughout the region.

With the aftermarket playing an increasingly vital role in vehicle safety, Rydeen continues to invest in strong regional partnerships that deliver superior support and service to local dealers.

“Expanding our Midwest territory with these experienced partners ensures that car audio retailers and professional installers have the resources and inventory they need to meet growing consumer demand for advanced safety technology,” says Rex Berfield,

Rydeen’s National Sales Manager.
We are proud to announce the appointment of Midwest Sales and Online Representatives
to help us expand our brand coverage.

Midwest Sales
Midwest Sales, a leading manufacturers’ representative firm in Michigan, is proud to announce the addition of Rydeen Mobile Electronics to its portfolio of innovative brands. This new partnership strengthens Midwest Sales’ commitment to delivering technology driven mobile electronics solutions to the marketplace.

“This brand is an exciting addition to our line card, and we are happy to partner with the Rydeen Team,” said Michael Schafer. “Rydeen Mobile brings a strong reputation for innovation and reliability, and we’re thrilled to represent a brand that aligns so well with our vision and the needs of our customers. “With this new representation, Midwest Sales will provide sales, support, and market development for Rydeen Mobile’s product line, ensuring strong visibility and growth across the region.

Online Marketing
Online Marketing is a rep firm committed to your success. We strengthen and support our dealer partners by representing multiple manufacturers across Ohio, Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Indiana, Kentucky, and Michigan.

“Online Marketing is looking forward to working with the Rydeen Mobile team. Rydeen has proven to be a trusted and reliable manufacturer for many years, and one that we look forward to helping support and grow with independent dealers in our market.”

For more information, visit: www.rydeenmobile.com.

OXNARD, CA (02.19.26) – BOSS Audio Systems is proud to announce it has named its Elite Regional Rep Firms of the Year during the recent KnowledgeFest Las Vegas, held Feb. 3-5, 2026.

The Elite Rep Firms of the Year are:
• Eastern: 12 Volt Marketing Group
• Central: Echo Sales
• Western: Ovation

“BOSS Elite has worked overtime the past few years to continually gain traction and a dedicated following across the country as we continually roll out new products across our speaker, amplifier, and source unit lines,” said Matt Delgado, BOSS Elite Director of Sales. “It takes a dedicated group of partners to help us achieve these goals out in the market. We are proud to present our annual awards to 12 Volt Marketing Group, Echo Sales, and Ovation for their exemplary dedication and performance as we look forward to another exciting year ahead.”

For more information about B.I.G. or to become a dealer, please visit sales.bossinternationalgroup.com.

Visit www.bossaudio.com for more.