MOAB, UT (05.13.2021) – SSV Works is exhibiting at the 2021 Discount Tire Rally on the Rocks from May 12-15 in San Juan County, UT. “It only makes sense, that as a market leader in off-road audio systems and accessories, that we exhibit at one of the biggest events of the year. It’s been quite a year for all of us and so many have taken to the outdoors in record numbers.” Trevor Kaplan, SSV Works CEO, stated.
The SSV Works CanAm Maverick X3 Max on a run down the Behind the Rocks Trail at Rally on the Rocks in Moab Utah.
Continuing, Kaplan offered “SSV Works offers the industry’s only weatherproof Polaris RZR Pro XP full aftermarket audio solution. The 2021 Rally on the Rocks is an ideal occasion to showcase our new and exciting audio kits to thousands of side-by-side enthusiasts.”
Rally on the Rocks is the perfect setting to showcase the latest SSV Works products to thousands of side-by-side enthusiasts.
SSV Works is also participating as a sponsor for the Rally on the Rocks Taco Dinner Night this year. “We feel we need to show our appreciation to the Powersports community for staying strong through the tough times we all have been experiencing,” Kaplan continued. “This is our way to give back to say ‘Thank you’ and offer some amazing audio prize packs for the nights’ raffle. It’s going to be a blast seeing all of our friends after so long!”
Last year SSV Works announced a collaboration with JVC in which SSV Works is now the exclusive Powersports distributor for the KD-MR1BTS marine / powersports digital media receiver. “That success has led us to add this incredible receiver to our XP1000 kits. Our customers asked for an easy plug-and-play upgrade, we listened, and now we have it and all can experience it at The Rally of the Rocks,” Kaplan concluded.
HOLLY HILL, FL (05.12.2021) – Metra Electronicsis now shipping a new dash kit for 2016-2021 Honda Civic models (excluding the LX). The new 99-7821B TurboTouch dash kit has a built-in 4.3-inch touchscreen and integrated electronics to retain most of the features normally lost when replacing the factory radio. The color touchscreen and hard buttons are located below the head unit and the screen shows climate and personalization settings, adding a high-tech look and feel to the dashboard. The backlit hard buttons can be customized with 250 different color options.
Metra’s newest dash kit fits either a Single-DIN or Double-DIN radio provision and makes stereo installation easier for Honda Civic upgrades. It comes with several of the items installers need to help retain safety and convenience features and is Micro “B” USB updatable. The included wiring harness and interface allow the OE Honda LaneWatch camera to keep working, ensures that the factory backup camera will work on the new screen, and retains the use of the audio control buttons on the steering wheel.
An antenna adapter is also included to allow AM/FM radio stations to work on the aftermarket radio. If the vehicle has a factory amplifier that needs to be retained, the Axxess AXSP-HN, sold separately, should be purchased. (To know whether or not this applies to the vehicle, installers can check to see if it has the factory subwoofer or center channel speakers.) The 99-7821B dash kit is painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the original look and feel of the vehicle’s dashboard and is in stock now.
A video with installation tips that also shows the touchscreen functionality can be seen above or at this link: https://youtu.be/hXlybf4OASE.
Visit MetraOnline.com for additional details and technical information.
AVON LAKE, OH (05.12.2021) – Add a finishing touch to any noise-blocking or sound-damping project with versatile Boom Mat Tape from Design Engineering, Inc.
Offering the same qualities as DEI’s Boom Mat damping material, multipurpose Boom Mat Tape helps reduce vehicle road-noise, sound system vibrations, rattles, dashboard plastic-to-plastic chafing and more. Use it to cover seams, fix leaks and to secure and protect cables, wires and lines.
“Boom Mat tape is for those hard-to-reach areas, as well as for covering wire and cable harnesses running on or along the sides of floorboards,” stated Mike Buca of DEI. “Cover seams and gaps on doors, floor pans, deck lids and trunk areas, to name just a few, or stick it anywhere spot coverage for vibration is needed.”
In fact, possibilities extend far beyond just vehicles, with plenty of in-home applications, such as applying Boom Mat Tape to the bottom of metal sinks to eliminate ringing, or on sump pump pipes to keep them from vibrating.
Simple to use, Boom Mat Tape requires no special tools for installation. The easy-to-cut material comfortably conforms to a variety of shapes and adheres to any metal, aluminum, fiberglass or plastic material, as well as many types of foam padding and fabrics.
Made from 2.5mm-thick butyl rubber with aluminum facing, Boom Mat Tape is offered in 2″-wide-by-20-foot black rolls (# 50215) as well as 1.5”-wide-by-20-foot silver rolls (# 50449). Simple peel-and-stick application is aided by an easy-to-remove clear release liner.
For more information about Boom Mat Tape and DEI’s complete line of performance heat and sound control products, visit www.DesignEngineering.com.
OXNARD, CA (05.11.2021) – SSV Works has launched the industry first 6.5-inch Kick Panel Speaker Pods (p/n KX-F65A) for the 2020+ Kawasaki Teryx KRX1000. The pods are now shipping (MSRP: $329.99) and include an SSV Works powersports A6 speaker.
“Utilizing 3D modeling and design, SSV Works was able to design a proper enclosure for a kick panel speaker, offering a better solution than the open backed factory door speakers.” explained Trevor Kaplan, SSV Works CEO. “Being completely open in the back, the factory door pods are not fully sealed, leaving them exposed to the elements and reducing sound quality. Our fully sealed, UV stable, all-weather durable kick panel pods provide better sound quality and ensure that you never have to worry about where you ride.”
The KX-F65A includes all necessary mounting hardware and an SSV Works 4ohm, 60/120W (RMS/Peak) powersports marine speaker with 25mm Titanium hard dome tweeter, Santoprene surround, UV Stable ASA plastic grille, and 2-pin posi-lock connectors.
The KX-F65 also has an unloaded option so that you can incorporate your own 6.5-inch speakers for a custom install.
NEW YORK, NY (05.11.2021) – Sirius XM Holdings Inc. has announced that it is establishing a new combined advertising sales organization spanning its SiriusXM, Pandora, and Stitcher audio entertainment platforms and services. The new group, which will operate under the name SXM Media, will create a unified sales team, powering the audio advertising experience across its three iconic listening platforms, which represent the best in live radio, streaming music, and podcasting. With a reach of 150 million listeners, SXM Media gives brands, creators, and publishers access to the largest digital audio advertising platform in North America.
SXM Media will serve as a central representative for brands of all sizes to plan, produce, manage, and measure effective digital audio advertising across SiriusXM, Pandora, and Stitcher. SXM Media will also serve as the exclusive advertising and sales representative for other platforms and podcasters, including major entities such as SoundCloud (exclusive U.S. advertising representative) and the NBCUniversal News Group (exclusive advertising representative for NBC News and MSNBC podcasts, with additional sales rights to CNBC podcasts). The re-branding of SXM Media will be discussed during a joint presentation by Pandora and Stitcher at tomorrow’s Interactive Advertising Bureau’s Podcast Upfront 2021.
“SiriusXM, Pandora, and Stitcher are each powerful brands, but bringing them together under the SXM Media umbrella bolsters our position as the premier audio entertainment leader and the largest digital audio advertising platform in North America,” said Jennifer Witz, CEO of SiriusXM. “SXM Media is driven by a world-class combined salesforce of digital and broadcast media pros working across music, talk, and podcasts who create unique new opportunities in the marketplace.”
SXM Media is powered by its cross-platform sales team and a unique ad tech stack that leverages the services and technologies of SiriusXM-owned audio ad platforms AdsWizz and Simplecast, as well as leading podcast advertising network Midroll, to support publishing, distribution, analytics, ad format innovation, and monetization for marketers, creators, and publishers.
These capabilities, along with SXM Media’s in-house creative consultancy, Studio Resonate, will help connect brands with an unrivaled array of ad technology solutions, exclusive programming, proprietary research, bespoke creative and production solutions, live and virtual events, and millions of engaged listeners.
“Audio is experiencing a renaissance with a boom in premium content, spikes in listening, and innovative ad tech fueling the industry, and our powerful portfolio of brands puts us at the forefront of this moment,” said John Trimble, Chief Advertising Revenue Officer at SiriusXM. “We’ve combined the unique strengths of SiriusXM, Pandora, and Stitcher – along with our innovative ad tech platforms – to unlock connections between brands, creators, and listeners. Our platforms and content providers bring premier content that captivates the largest audio audience in North America, creates personalized audio ad experiences through diverse voices, and drives results for our advertisers. SXM Media will bring brands effective audio advertising solutions and scale across the leaders in music, talk, and podcasts, without sacrificing the intimate listener experience that is at the heart of everything we do.”
(05.10.2021) – Elettromedia Srl (Italy) has announced that a 35-year veteran of the car audio industry has joined their company on May 1st as International Technical Marketing Manager.
Kenneth Ward, founder of Educar Training, and mobile electronics product marketing veteran, will be based in Portland, OR. He will be responsible for advanced technical support, deliver trainings to Elettromedia dealers, as well as develop marketing content. He will also work closely with the Elettromedia R&D team in Italy in developing and validating new products, especially for vehicles specific to North America.
Ken Ward pictured in the Educar offices in Beaverton, OR.
“We started working with Kenneth Ward in 2018 providing training for dealers, and we have been very pleased with his ability to show dealers ways to use our technologies to profitably deliver great sound. We are glad to finally bring him into the Elettromedia family,” said Leonardo Falcetelli, Commercial and Marketing Director for Elettromedia.
Ward commented, “A few years back, I was fortunate to be asked to train Elettromedia dealers in North America, and I’ve been impressed with the company’s commitment to high fidelity sound in cars. Anyone who visits the Elettromedia facility in Italy will be impressed by the number of innovations they’ve pioneered over the years. I am excited to help show dealers how to use these technical advances in their day-to-day business. Educar will continue on at the same time, as we believe this is the right way to stay in touch with the market. This is an exciting opportunity.”
CUMBERLAND, RI (05.10.2021) – In stock now at Sylvester Electronics we have the XED line of speakers, the PRO MOBILE line of tweeters, Cerwin Vega MOBILE and STROKER lines of full range speakers and amplifiers in both the MINI and Cerwin Vega MOBILE lines.
Tom Sylvester (L) and Taha Mtaallah pictured with a few new Cerwin Vega products now in stock at Sylvester Electronics.
Sylvester Electronics is excited to announce we are now carrying Cerwin Vega. A leader in the 12 volt industry since 1954, Cerwin Vega offers some of the top brands of Speakers, Subwoofers, Tweeters, Amplifiers, and other automotive electronics in the marketplace,” commented Tom Sylvester, Sylvester Electronics GM.
Since 1976 Sylvester Electronics has been servicing the New England area with a mission to help the 12 volt shop and installer bring high quality Audio, Security, and Safety to the 12 Volt industry. Please contact us at 1-800-225-5568 for any questions or if you wish to become an authorized 12 volt dealer.
Jessi Combs, Rick Love, Bob Moore, and Carl Schiefer will be honored as new SEMA Hall of Fame members during the 2021 SEMA Installation & Gala on July 30.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (05.07.2021) – Four dedicated individuals who contributed to and have had an impactful influence on the automotive specialty equipment industry are being honored as new SEMA Hall of Fame members. They will join an elite group of icons who comprise the SEMA Hall of Fame, as they are officially inducted at the SEMA Installation & Gala on July 30 in Las Vegas, Nev.
The four newest SEMA Hall of Fame members are Jessi Combs, Rick Love, Bob Moore, and Carl Schiefer.
Jessi Combs
Jessi Combs: Jessi Combs built an accomplished career in the automotive industry as the host of several television programs, founder of a variety of businesses, and an accomplished fabricator and racecar driver. With an infectious passion and youthful enthusiasm for the industry, Combs served as a host for many SEMA events, including the SEMA Installation & Gala and the SEMA Awards Banquet at the SEMA Show. As a lead in the historic 2012 SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) All-Female Ford Mustang Build, Combs served as a role-model for women in the industry and continued to inspire women through the launch of The Real Deal, a collaboration with fellow SBN member Theresa Contreras designed to inspire confidence, break stereotypes, and motivate other women to pursue their passions. In 2019, Combs set a land speed record for women, 522.783 mph, on a dry lake bed in Oregon – a feat that resulted in an accident that led to her untimely death at the age of 39.
Rick Love
Rick Love: While freelancing as a writer/photographer for Rodder’s Digest magazine in 1982, Rick Love created a home workshop and leaned on his electronics degree to do wiring and air conditioning installations for other hot rodders. It was this A/C work that caught the attention of SEMA Hall of Famer and founder of Vintage Air Jack Chisenhall. Chisenhall asked Love to assist the company at rodding events, and continued to promote him over the years to his current position of president, in charge of overseeing the day-to-day operations of the entire company. Despite his busy schedule at Vintage Air, Love never wavers to volunteer his time, expertise, and energy to helping the industry. As a true car guy, he advocates for the industry. Having served multiple terms as chairman of the SEMA Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA), Love is an ambassador for SEMA and constantly recruits and encourages businesses to get involved.
Bob Moore
Bob Moore: Bob Moore appropriately authored a monthly column in Aftermarket Business magazine titled “Ahead of the Curve.” As electronic catalogs evolved and the Internet began to dominate the way consumers researched and purchased products in the early 2000s, Moore was a pioneer in establishing standards for product data in the automotive aftermarket. As a SEMA Board Member and the co-founder and chairman of the SEMA Business Technology Committee (which has evolved to what is now the SEMA Data Co-op), Moore was instrumental in creating standardized data for the specialty-equipment industry. He spent years scrutinizing the specialty-equipment industry’s needs to determine the attributes that consumers look for that will help businesses sell more products, resulting in the first-ever one-stop product information data pool. Moore was awarded the 2010 SEMA Chairman’s Service Award from then-Chairman of the Board Rick Rollins, who noted, “We are fortunate to have someone with his leadership and determination driving some of our industry’s most critical initiatives.”
Carl Schiefer
Carl Schiefer: As the son of the first SEMA Hall of Fame recipient Paul Scheifer, Carl Schiefer built a legacy of his own by founding one of the first marketing agencies dedicated to automotive brands. Schiefer Media was created in 1985 as an enthusiast media agency with an original focus on automotive aftermarket and related enthusiast categories. With an impressive list of clients, including Edelbrock, Mother’s, Bilstein, and Royal Purple, Scheifer Media was instrumental in bringing motorsports brands to the mainstream public. He initiated advertising for automotive brands on television – a practice that may seem standard today, but was unusual at the time and significantly expanded market reach to a nationwide audience. Perhaps what sets Carl apart from other marketers is his passion for the industry; Carl raced Top Gas and Top Fuel dragsters amongst the greats, including Don Garlits, Tommy Ivo, and the Smothers Brothers. Although retired from Schiefer Media, the agency continues to operate as SCS, with Carl’s son James as CEO.
In addition to formally introducing Combs, Love, Moore, and Schiefer as SEMA Hall of Fame members during the 2021 SEMA Installation & Gala, the annual event on July 30 will include recognitions of the newly elected and the outgoing SEMA Board members.
All SEMA members and industry professionals are invited to join the celebration and can purchase tickets at www.sema.org/gala.
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA (05.07.2021) – Cadence Sound loves to stay connected with our audio community. We understand that due to Covid-19, some of our customers have been affected financially. We decided to do several giveaways so that Cadence aficionados can still enjoy their passions without worry.
Our April Giveaway winner is Shane, in Michigan. Shane won a pair of Cadence Ultra Shock Subwoofers. Shane loves to build enclosures and show off his skills on his Instagram. Be sure to check it out! He plans to build an enclosure with his new Cadence subs and give it to his brother as a 16th birthday gift! His brother will definitely be showing off at school.
“To enter our next giveaway, make sure to follow us on Social Media so you can see when the next giveaway happens!”
DIAMOND BAR, CA (05.06.2021) – Registration for the 2021 SEMA Show, scheduled for Nov. 2-5 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nev., is now open at www.semashow.com/register.
The premier gathering for the automotive specialty equipment industry, the 2021 SEMA Show already has more than 1,500 companies confirmed to exhibit and many more expected before the event takes place in November. Exhibitors include major automakers and small businesses, as well as iconic aftermarket manufacturers who are enhancing their booths to heighten their presence at what will be the first industry-wide in-person gathering for the $46.2 billion specialty automotive industry in nearly two years.
“Given the restrictions our industry has endured the last year, pent-up demand for the SEMA Show is at an all-time high,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of events. “More so than other years, the 2021 SEMA Show will be fundamental in helping industry professionals grow existing relationships, create new ones, and push their businesses forward.”
Registration for the 2021 SEMA Show, the premier gathering for the automotive specialty equipment industry, is now open at www.semashow.com/register.
Attendees at the 2021 SEMA Show will witness firsthand nearly two year’s worth of innovation, technology, and new products from manufacturers, as they showcase products, debut vehicles, conduct demonstrations, and prepare to do business throughout all four halls of the 3.2-million-square-foot Las Vegas Convention Center.
“We are ready to get back to SEMA and connect with our customers this fall,” said Michael Hamrick, Wilwood Disc Brakes events and promotions manager. “Everyone at Wilwood Disc Brakes is putting their best foot forward to have a great event and catch up with our customers. We have quite a few new products to unveil, and SEMA is the place to do it.”
With the entire Convention Center in use, the SEMA Show floor will be designed to improve traffic flow and make navigating the event simple and easy. The 2021 SEMA Show floorplan will begin to take shape during the annual Priority Space Selection process June 7-23. Companies that submit booth space applications before May 7 will participate in the weeks-long process to determine their booth location on the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees will also be able to sign up for educational seminars featuring industry experts, and networking events that bring market niches together.
“We’re excited to already be working with the more than 1,500 companies that have committed to exhibit at this year’s SEMA Show, and we expect hundreds more to reserve booth space before May 7,” said Gattuso. “We encourage attendees to register early so they can secure their credentials and receive updates on breaking news from what will be an amazing event.”
Registration for the 2021 SEMA Show is offered in three categories – attendee, exhibitor, and media – and everyone must qualify to receive a badge and attend. For more information about qualifying documents and the 2021 SEMA Show, log on to www.semashow.com.
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