TUSCON, AZ (07.30.2021) – The JT-OBA Onboard Air system was designed to perform under the most extreme conditions. Each system is 100% Bolt-On and features the heavy-duty Kleinn model 6450RC WATERPROOF air compressor with a 2.8-gallon air tank mounted on a superior custom designed mounting bracket. NO Cutting, NO Drilling or Modifications are necessary. These Direct Fit systems include all the necessary air line, hardware, fittings and wiring kit with 30-amp relay.
The JT-OBA is built rugged with a steel cage and integral skid plate for protection with no loss of ground clearance. The 6450RC compressor is fully submersible so water crossings are no problem.
The JT-OBA is capable of inflating 37” tires with ease. System provides an air source for air lockers, small air tools and of course, your Kleinn Air Horn. Each JT-OBA includes a remote mount tire inflator with locking air chuck with digital gauge, pressure relief and storage bag.
HOLLY HILL, FL (07.30.2021) – Axxess by Metra Electronics has a new interface, the AXA2B-FD1, designed to retain the A2B amplifier in Ford’s 2018-up* F-150 and 2017-up* Fusion models. This add-on amplifier interface is used when replacing the factory radio with Metra’s 99-5834CH and 99-5841B TurboTouch dash kits, which are sold separately.
This solution retains the Bang & Olufsen amplifier with an A2B input in Ford’s F-150 and retains the Sony amplifier with an A2B input in Ford Fusion. This Axxess interface also retains the balance audio feature when replacing the factory radio and is Micro “B” USB updatable.
AXA2B-FD1 Product Specifications:
Add-on interface for Metra’s 99-5834CH & 99-5841B dash kits
Allows the amplifier to keep working when replacing the original factory radio
Retains the Bang and Olufsen amplifier with an A2B input in Ford F-150
Retains the Sony amplifier with an A2B input in Ford Fusion
ARLINGTON, TX (07.29.2021) – Tri-State Enterprises, a wholesale distributor of automotive parts, automotive paint, mobile audio/electronics, and truck accessories, is proud to announce the addition of a 492,000 sq ft warehouse in Arlington, TX. This will be the largest facility for Tri-State Enterprises.
Tri-State has designated this space to their growth in the Texas market along with surrounding states. The general manager of the Arlington warehouse is to be Junior Calvert who has more than 30 years in the industry. The assistant general manager is to be Scott Covelli. Scott has been in the industry for 25 years. These two gentlemen, along with a host of other long-time industry team members, are ready to take Tri-State forward in several key areas and categories. Along with this new building, Tri-State is adding new and innovative technologies to increase efficiencies along with expanding its current line offering in all divisions of the company to better serve their customer base.
“We are very excited about our new location in Arlington. With this new facility and the combination of the WM Automotive and Tri-State Texas teams, we feel like we are in a great position to continue to take Tri-State to the next level in the Texas market. Our goal is to offer the best service along with a large inventory to better serve our growing customer base in the great state of Texas. We will have many additions both in categories and personnel over the next few months. Please stay tuned for additional announcements in the very near future. ” – Tri-State owner, Tristan Taylor.
MERRITT ISLAND, FL (07.29.2021) – AccuAir Suspension, maker of next generation air suspension control products, has launched product sales after being acquired by Arnott LLC late last year. E-commerce sales are now available via the company’s new website, https://accuair.com/, for both dealers and direct-to-consumer sales.
The launch includes AccuAir’s cornerstone products, such as the e-Level+ control system, including the e+ Connect ECU with built-in Bluetooth 5.0, and air supply and accessory components. The product offering now available for sale was designed for next generation air suspension control for automotive applications.
“Since Arnott LLC acquired the AccuAir brand in late 2020, we’ve been working hard to launch sales of the brand’s cornerstone air suspension products,” said Ryan Rutledge, AccuAir Suspension’s director of controls. “We’re proud to be launching the brand and products for both wholesale and retail sales. Additionally, we plan to have some exciting new product announcements happening soon.”
As part of the brand’s long-anticipated reemergence, a new, e-commerce driven website has also been launched. The site features more robust e-commerce options than ever before, designed with consumer education in mind. Air suspension enthusiasts can find all of the information needed to build a custom air suspension system for their vehicle.
COMPTON, CA (07.28.2021) – Magnadyne has announced the signing of the CE Guys to represent the New Carbine and Silencer remote start & security product lines for Northern Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North & South Dakota, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky and Hawaii.
Magnadyne’s Armando Parra (L) and CE GUYS Mario Zamudio (C) are pictured with Luis Andrade during a sales call with Custom Car Audio aka M&M Pro Audio in Chicago IL. Parra, based at Magnadyne’s HQ in Compton CA, was traveling the territory with CE GUYS Team members.
With over thirty-four years of experience the CE Guys are a family-owned corporation which is managed by Michael and Christy Foundation. “It’s one thing to have a strong work ethic, but it’s another to do it with sincere passion, —and in sales, that passion has allowed Michael to achieve unbelievable success and industry recognition.” Christy Foundation – CE Guys
“I look forward to working with Michael & Christy, as well as Mario Zamudio, Daniel Mount, and Edric Taira in bringing our New Silencer and Carbine Solutions to one of the largest Automotive Remote Start Centric Markets in the United States. Michael and I are aligned and committed to building a value-added business approach to our dealer and distribution relationships through seamless execution of our customer centric sales, service, and strategic placement initiatives.” Armando Parra – Magnadyne
For more information on the CE Guys or to inquire about becoming an authorized Carbine dealer or authorized Silencer distributor in the Upper and Middle West Markets please contact Michael Foundation (877) 7CE-GUYS or email info@ceguys.com
ARLINGTON, VA (07.28.2021) – The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has announced that T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert will deliver a keynote address during CES 2022, the world’s most influential technology event. Sievert’s keynote will discuss 5G innovations for consumers, businesses and thought leadership – and spotlight a look into the future of how these advancements are enabling people to work, communicate and learn more efficiently.
“As we return to in-person events, we look forward to convening innovators and business leaders from around the world who will showcase how technology impacts and improves every facet of our daily lives,” said Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, CTA. “The pace of innovation has accelerated over the last 18 months, and the rapid roll-out of 5G will only increase the momentum. There’s so much excitement in this space and for the first time, we welcome Mike Sievert to our keynote stage to share more about T-Mobile’s vision for fueling 5G innovation.”
5G is the key ingredient driving the future of many industries – from telecommunications and healthcare to transportation and smart cities – and will eventually underpin the global economy. CES 2022 will showcase these technologies and bring together industry advocates, including Mike Sievert, to share insights on the where 5G is headed.
“The last year has shown us the critical role connectivity plays in our lives – for consumers, businesses and society as a whole,” said Sievert. “As the nation’s 5G leader, T-Mobile is driving a transformation in wireless communications. I can’t wait to keynote CES 2022 and showcase new ways this 5G network is unleashing game-changing innovations both now and in the future!”
As CMO, COO and now CEO of T-Mobile, Sievert leads a customer-crazed team of disruptors and innovators, working tirelessly over the last eight years to change the rules of wireless, resulting in T-Mobile becoming the fastest-growing company in the industry. As CEO, Sievert is unrelentingly focused on supercharging the successful Un-carrier strategy to deliver both the best value and best network in wireless and building a company and culture that is world-famous for putting customers first.
CES returns to Las Vegas Jan. 5-8, 2022, with Media Days taking place Jan. 3-4, 2022. This is the first CES 2022 keynote announcement, as CES heads back to Las Vegas for an in-person event. The CES keynote schedule will be updated regularly as keynote speakers are announced. Top visionaries and thought leaders will speak and share insights on premiere technologies during CES 2022. The keynotes will be viewed in-person in Las Vegas and accessed across the globe through the digital experience, giving the world a front row seat to experience the future of technology.
NEW YORK, NY (07.27.2021) – SiriusXM has announced its newest and most comprehensive subscription tier – the Platinum VIP package. Platinum VIP provides subscribers with the full spectrum of SiriusXM content in up to two cars, with a SXM App login for each, as well as special perks, including opportunities to experience SiriusXM events with artists, athletes and stars, including VIP-only exclusives, and VIP Customer Service with priority call handling.
The Platinum VIP package also includes access to an extensive library of live concert video and audio recordings through nugs.net, the leading music platform for live concert streams, offering music fans VIP access to their favorite concerts anytime, anywhere. SiriusXM Platinum VIP subscribers will be able to log in to nugs.net using their SXM App credentials to instantly access more than 5,000 official, soundboard-quality live concert recordings and 250 full video-on-demand concerts handpicked from nugs.net‘s extensive streaming catalog, with new shows added every few months. Listeners can discover exclusive recordings and create custom playlists featuring artists with 24/7 SiriusXM channels including Bruce Springsteen, Phish, Pearl Jam and Dave Matthews, as well as hundreds of other fan favorites like Metallica, Wilco and many, many more – available via the nugs.net mobile app on iOS or Android devices or on a Mac or PC using a browser at nugs.net here.
Platinum VIP subscribers get all of the content SiriusXM offers in both vehicles and on the SXM App – more than 300 channels. These include Howard Stern’s two exclusive channels, live games and events from every major professional sport as well as hundreds of college games, an unparalleled selection of ad-free music channels covering every genre, plus entertainment, news, comedy and more. Platinum VIP is priced at $34.99/month. For more info on all that it offers, go to siriusxm.com/platinumvip.
“Platinum VIP is a terrific addition to our subscription choices and provides real value for those subscribers who love SiriusXM, want it in multiple vehicles, and want all of the premium programming that we offer,” said Richard Beatty, SiriusXM’s Chief Subscription Revenue Officer. “Not only are they getting the value of two subscriptions, they get added perks like special access to great SiriusXM events, concerts, in-studio shows and more. With the bundled-in access to thousands of great live performances via nugs.net, music lovers are getting a premium experience, and Platinum VIP will continue to evolve as SiriusXM’s premium offering with more perks and content being added in the coming months.”
Coinciding with the launch of Platinum VIP, several other SiriusXM subscription plans have been recently renamed, making it easier for subscribers to understand their choices.
The renamed SiriusXM in-vehicle satellite radio subscriptions, which all include access to the SXM App, are:
Platinum (formerly “All Access”)
Music & Entertainment (formerly “Select”)
Music Showcase (formerly “Mostly Music”)
Choose & Save (formerly “Choice”)
The renamed SiriusXM digital (no car required) subscriptions are:
Streaming Platinum (formerly “Premier Streaming”)
Streaming Music & Entertainment (formerly “Essential Streaming”)
The programming lineups in these subscription tiers remain unchanged. More info on what they offer can be found at SiriusXM.com/Subscriptions.
With the rebrand of its subscription plans, SiriusXM is also improving the SXM App experience for potential new subscribers with new preview and in-app purchasing functionality, which is rolling out this month. A new user can open up the SXM App and “Try It Out” with a three-hour preview that will enable them to experience the spectrum of SiriusXM content. This includes one-of-a-kind programming like Howard Stern’s channels, Drake’s Sound 42, Dave Matthews’ Friday Night Concert Series, the popular Highway Music Row Happy Hour with Buzz Brainard, Kevin Hart’s comedy channel, a favorite team’s hometown play-by-play broadcast and much more. Listeners get access to this preview instantly, with no credit card required.
New subscribers will then be able to choose to sign up for SiriusXM’s Streaming Platinum or Streaming Music & Entertainment packages, and get their first month free, without leaving the App experience.
“We’re very excited to launch our new preview and in-app purchasing functionality in the SXM App,” said Beatty. “Our ‘Listen Free’ events have always been a great introduction to our service for new listeners who want to try us out. Now you can try us out anytime and get access to so much great content with our new SXM App preview. And signing up for one of our streaming subscriptions is now easier than ever with in-app purchasing.”
SHREVEPORT, LA (07.26.21) – WTF…Win This Friday. So far 137 12volt retailers have won cool prizes on the weekly Spin-To-Win Wheel.
With the 12volt Jammin’ N July initiative the 12volt Spin-To-Win added another dimension. JBL has provided a MT6HLB Tower X Marine Speaker system with a $799. MSRP. During the balance of July plus August 12volt retailers may enter to with this JBL prize. When a JBL Marine installation is completed at your store make an Instagram post and #12voltspin_jbl. It’s that easy for your store to have an opportunity to win the JBL MT6HLB prize. There will be a drawing for the JBL Tower X Marine speaker on Wednesday, September 1st.
The JBL contest is an extension of the regular 12volt Spin-To-Win which includes these 12volt brands Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, Accele, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, JBL, Kenwood, Power Acoustik, JVC and ZZ-2. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a winning 12volt retailer.
On Friday, January 23rd the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the 137th time and the Wheel landed on the JVC space. The Eclipse Car Audio slip was drawn from the jar and a JVC Wireless Charging Magnetic Car Mount is headed to Jon Vargas at his store in Vancouver WA. Congratulations Jon.
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.
Additional winners include 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 and 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.
Additional winners include 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 and C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT, Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT and Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA. Congratulations to all.
MIAMI, FL (07.26.2021) – Nakamichi is pleased to announce the addition of two new models to its Mini Series mobile electronics amplifiers. The NHMD100.4 and NHMD600.1 are 4-channel and 1-channel mono offerings designed using the latest Full Range Class D topography. As a result, these amplifiers offer a small footprint but are still capable of delivering big power output.
The high-density extruded aluminum heat sink measures just under 2-inches tall.
While diminutive in size, these new models don’t sacrifice features or flexibility. Both have high and low level inputs as well as pass-thru low level line outputs. Other features including variable electronic crossovers and selectable filters are located under the top mounted removable cover. Each come packaged with a wired remote gain controller.
NHMD600.1 Mini Series mono amplifier
NHMD600.1 MONO AMPLIFIER (600 Watts)
Rated Power: 600W x 1 into 2-ohms or 400W x 1 into 4-ohms
Size: 7.75L x 4.75W x 1.875H-inches
Suggested Retail $299.95
NHMD600.1 with top cover removed exposing the preamp controls.
Controls under the cover include:
Variable Input Gain (0.32-6.5V) Selectable Full Range or Sub (30-250hz) Variable Low Pass (30-250Hz) Variable Sub Sonic Filter (15-60Hz) Variable Phase (0-180-degress) Variable Bass Boost (0-12dB)
NHMD600.1 mono (top) alongside NHMD400.1 four channel Mini Series amplifiers.
NHMD100.4 4-CHANNEL AMPLIFIER (500 Watts)
Rated Power: 125W x 4 into 2-ohms or 100 x 4 into 4-ohms
Size: 8.75L x 4.75W x 1.875H-inches
Suggested Retail $359.95
Controls under the cover include:
Separate Front and Rear Variable Gain (0.15-8V) Front Selectable High Pass Filter or Full Range Front Variable High Pass (50-500Hz or 500-5KHz) Rear Selectable High Pass Filter, Low Pass Filter or Full Range Rear Variable High Pass (15-500Hz) Rear Variable Low Pass (50-500Hz or 500-5KHz) Rear Variable Bass Boost (0-12dB)
These two models bring a total of four Mini Series amplifiers now offered by Nakamichi. All are in stock for immediate shipment.
LINCOLN, NE (07.26.2021) – With product shortages the story of 2021, Robidoux Distributing in Lincoln, NE. is taking no chances and stocking up early on Remote Starts.
Owner Jamie Robidoux is excited to announce its addition of the new SILENCER series of remote starts and security from Magnadyne.
Jamie Robidoux showing off the new SILENCER samples while being flanked by ROCK-N-REV Sales Jeff Budin (center) Max Mayer (far left) and Magnadynes Armando Parra (far right)
“I’m stoked to partner with such a legacy company like Magnadyne, ” says Robidoux, “This new SILENCER series is going to be something that all of our dealer base will recognize except with an updated smaller module and the kits have premium sensors onboard. Our rep Jeff (Boody) Budin was getting a ton of positive feedback from our dealer base who all wanted another remote start option, so I’m taking no chances and loading up now. We got a new dealer order entry portal slated to launch soon so we’re gonna be ready for a busy fall and winter”
Magnadyne’s Armando Parra sounded equally excited when asked about the new partnership with Robidoux. “I’m honored to be given the opportunity to partner with Robidoux Distributing in growing our New Silencer product line. All of us at Team Magnadyne are excited and committed to adding value to Robidoux’s ever growing client base. The month of August, sets off Remote Start Season Programs, and both Robidoux and Magnadyne are committed to keeping stock in service of key retailers and expeditors in the MINKS states! Armando Parra – Magnadyne Corp.
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