EDMOND, OK (03.04.24) – Petra Industries, the consumer technology authority and wholesale electronics distributor, is excited to announce the addition of RYTASH Tie Down Straps to its lineup of automotive aftermarket products.
RYTASH, located in Southwest Missouri, takes pride in providing end users with the HAPPY HAULING® experience they deserve. Their products reflect their commitment to using the finest quality of materials available. Axle straps are made from woven, commercial-grade webbing. A strong, thick, and soft protective sleeve prevents damage to both the axle and the strap’s webbing. And all straps go through rigorous testing. This ensures long-term safety, long life, and immense customer satisfaction along with peace of mind.
Ryan Kent picture in his Springfield MO office. These two products are showcased in packaging designed for slat walls in a retail store.
“When it comes to vehicle hauling products, RYTASH has set an extremely high bar,” said Tate Morgan, President, Petra Industries. “We had nothing like their products in our inventory, so we wanted to make them available to our retailers and installers. The company’s axle straps are very rugged.”
Petra’s lineup of RYTASH products are now available at petra.com, enhancing Petra’s extensive catalog of automotive products.
POMPANO BEACH, FL (03.04.24) – ZZ2, a manufacturer known for their Apple CarPlay/Android Auto solutions and ZWAGZ lighting controllers is pleased to announce a new distribution partnership with Road Angel, a U.K. based company recognized for its award-winning lineup of dash cams.
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“We are glad to announce Road Angel as a new dash camera partner,” said Tiago Spearndio, VP at ZZ2. “Road Angel’s development of cutting-edge dash camera solutions aligns with our mission to provide our customers with the finest in technology, connectivity and safety for our consumers. This partnership aims to bring high-quality dash cams to the U.S. market, offering great value and while increasing profitability for U.S. dealers.” Road Angel cameras come with a 3 year warranty, which is the same as that offered by most ZZ2 products.
Gary Digva, visionary behind the Road Angel brand said: “We are excited to be working with such a distinguished US partner as ZZ2. Road Angel dash cams have grown market share to become the second biggest selling dash cam brand in the UK thanks to innovative designs and high-tech features. The Halo Pro dash cam was selected as one of the top 10 products of the year across all categories in 2023 by leading UK consumer champion Which?. We can’t wait to share our passion for high-quality dash cams with more U.S. dealers and customers in the future.”
For more information about the complete line of Road Angel dash cameras, click here.
MESA, AZ (03.01.24) – MSC is proud to announce its 2024 MasterTech Expo manufacturer training schedule. The 2024 MasterTech Expo is scheduled for March 3-6 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, AZ. MSC and Audiotec Fischer officials will host a number of programs during the event focusing on new products and technologies.
“Audiotec Fischer is on a tear right now with some of the most unique, solution-based product that will make your job more proficient and profitable,” said Larry Penn, MSC President. “We are proud to host a number of seminars and trainings for show attendees, and advise that they sign up for them as soon as possible because slots are filling up quickly.”
Image courtesy of MSC
MSC’s 2024 MasterTech Manufacturer Trainings and Seminars include:
Sunday – March 3rd 3PM; Location: Theatre Room
MSC / Audiotec Fischer New Product Presentation
Join the Team from MSC and the masterminds from the Audiotec Fischer Germany mothership for a very special New Product Launch Event for Brax, Helix and Match! Come join us on a walkthrough of all the new products, including the amazing Helix V Eighteen DSP; an 18-channel amplifier with 20 channel DSP, the ultimate integration amplifier!
Monday – March 4th 7PM; Location: Delta D
Dude…. Why are your amplifiers not bridgeable??
Join the Team from MSC along with the masterminds from the factory in Germany as we give you an explanation to this often-asked question along with, “If only you guys had a 5 channel”. Here we will explain the how and why of our amplifier design and how the new Compose Speaker System range was designed with our amplifiers in mind!
Tuesday – March 5th 7PM; Location: Theatre Room
The Trifecta …Helix Compose Flexmount, Fusion 360 and Bambu Labs 3D Printers
Join the MSC Team, along with Helix Compose Product Manager Stefan Elchlepp, direct from Germany as we teach you simple, effective, and repeatable methods to create your own Flexmount speaker mount.
SOLD OUT! Preworkshop: Radar/Laser Speed Defense (Sunday March 3rd, 12:30-2:15) This session covers specific need-to-know information on fitting the custom installation (CI) radar/laser systems.
Sales Track: EV Integrated Modern Audio Design (Monday March 4th, 8:00-9:15 & Tuesday March 5th, 8:00-9:15)
Course Description:
Overview of Modern Electric Vehicles (EVs)
Challenges of Integrating 12V Audio in EVs
Power Management
Safety Considerations
Charging Systems and Audio Equipment
Custom Solutions and Adapters
Future Trends and Innovations
Business Track: Luxury Marketing (Monday March 4th, 9:30-10:45 & Tuesday March 5th, 9:30-10:45)
Course Description
Learn about creating demand in the exotic sports and luxury automotive market segment. From client acquisition to the retention of these clients, something far different than traditional marketing strategies is necessary.
For more information on MasterTech 2024, please visit:
MONTREAL, CANADA (03.01.24) – Automobility is excited to announce the company is the exclusive Canadian distributor for King Boxes and inventory is in stock.
As Canada’s largest automotive distributor Automobility will represent the complete line of the King Boxes ever-expanding line of speaker boxes and consoles.
“We are excited to have the exclusive partnership with Automobility in Canada. Our King Boxes will provide their dealers with our quality products that will showcase strong bass, save time in the installation bay and provide profit opportunities for their dealers. And look good on the showroom floor too” Jaysam Odeh, King Boxes VP, related.
The Automobility location in Toronto is stocked with King Boxes.
Michael Berger, Automobility Vice President of Sales, offered “The King Boxes shipment has arrived and we look forward to providing our dealers with this quality line of products that are designed to enhance a listener’s audio experience. King Boxes are designed to maximize bass output while maintaining precise soud quality. Already we are seeing positive reactions from our dealers.”
Automobility dealers in western Canada will be shipped from the Vancouver location.
Michael Berger (R) and Nima Jalilvand pictured with one of the King Box in the Automobility warehouse in Toronto.
Automobility, serving the 12volt industry since 1991, is headquartered in Montrael along with offices and warehouses in Toronto and Vancouver.
SHREVEPORT, LA (02.29.24) – SPOTLIGHT your new products in the 12volt News Show.
The 12volt News Show was created as a vehicle for companies across the 12volt industry to showcase their new products to members of the 12vol industry. The 12volt News Show is a venue to let industry members know about new products from manufacturers, distributors and service companies. From the convenience of a company’s office it can happen with no travel time, hotel, freight or travel and booth expense. A number of The 12volt News Show packages are available.
The 12volt STP Tool, which is not an app to download, makes it easier than ever to showcase a company’s new products. Simply hold and have an image Snapped. Txt the image, along with a few words about the product, with your smartphone. PRESTO…. our company’s new products could be in the 12volt News Show. 318-465-0844 is the number.
No doubt in-person trade and distributor shows offer so many more possibilities to showcase new products and connect with customers. Post Pandemic in-person trade shows have slowly returned. Distributor shows in the spring of this year were less that 20% of Pre Pandemic numbers. As with all business related marketing initiatives measuring the ROI is a must.
With the advent of social media Facebook and Instagram platforms became key vehicles for information and news delivery. The fact remains people need still, and look forward to, receiving fresh, positive news. That is also true for the business realm that includes the 12volt Industry companies and members.
Today a vast percentage of people spend hours and hours on their mobile devices each day. Reports are the average person spends over hours a day on their smartphone. To deliver fresh industry news to members of the mobile electronics industry the 12volt Central Studios makes multiple posts on Instagram and Facebook each business day. Each business day there is also fresh industry news posted to 12voltnews.com.
The 12volt STP Tool was created in 2020 for members of the 12volt industry to easily send their news to the 12volt Central Studios. On Instagram and Facebook @12voltnews has over 10,000 followers on each platform. Those followers are for the most part dedicated members of the 12volt industry. The 12voltSTP Tool and The 12volt News Show work hand-in-hand with the 12volt News to deliver positive news to members of the 12volt industry.
LIBERTYVILLE, IL (02.28.24) – 3…2..1. SPRING. Get ready for a new season of on-the-water adventure with Music. Defined. levels of NA3 POWER. Nautic NA3 amplifiers bring an attitude that’s ready to take on any condition that the elements may bring. Take on open waters with an amplifier line that answers the call for durability, playback, and fuel your Marine MB Quart audio system craves to showcase. NA3 POWER!
Using conformal-coated PC boards to offer protection against harsh elements, NA3 amplifiers bring huge durability that can be relied upon wherever the outdoor journey may lead to. In addition to taking on rough conditions, these amplifiers feature sound contouring with onboard crossovers, bass boost, and adjustable input sensitivity — all concealed behind top-mounted controls.
Marine power that is designed to take on any condition – every NA3 amplifier features top-mounted sound contouring with onboard crossovers, bass boost to bring out deeper levels of bass impact, and adjustable input sensitivity hidden and concealed behind top-mounted controls.
Every NA3 amplifier is waterproof and dustproof against the conditions innovated with a Q-Stasis pre-amplifier stage with a maximum low voltage signal from the source unit creating minimal distortion while RCA inputs are prewired to the PC board and offer more protection.
A heavy-duty heat sink efficiently moves heat from the MOSFET as innovative DC Signal Sense switch allows every NA3 amplifier to turn on when a signal is received on the RCA inputs. Obtain complete control of amplifier output with an electronic equalizer for specific frequencies to speakers and subwoofers.
Embrace an amplifier line that answers the call with clean sound that stands up to the toughest conditions on the water while giving your music higher quality playback and power. Nautic NA3 amplifiers make audio durable and ready for on-the-water adventure no matter the conditions ahead.
Embrace your Marine lifestyle on the NA3 LEVEL with top-mounted controls and stay protected against the environment. SPRING HAS ARRIVED!
Learn more HERE about the entire line of Nautic NA3 amplifiers.
NEW YORK, NY (02.28.24) – SiriusXM announced the details for its annual MLB Network Radio Spring Training Tour, which will begin today, February 26, and continue through March 13. SiriusXM’s expert hosts will visit all 30 MLB team camps in 17 days to give listeners a comprehensive preview of every club as they prepare for the 2024 MLB season.
Each one-hour show on the tour will be dedicated to an individual team, and SiriusXM’s insiders will interview players, managers and executives on location at various spring training ballparks.
Shows will be hosted by former general managers Jim Bowden, Jim Duquette and Steve Phillips, former major leaguers Kevin Frandsen, Eduardo Perez, Xavier Scruggs, and Ryan Spilborghs, as well as Mike Ferrin and Dani Wexelman.
MLB Network Radio is available to subscribers nationwide in their cars (channel 89) and on the SiriusXM app at https://sxm.app.link/MLBonSXM. Episodes will be available on demand on the SiriusXM app after they premiere, enabling listeners to hear them anytime.
2024 SiriusXM Spring Training Tour Broadcast Schedule: (All times ET)
Monday, Feb. 26
Brewers – Phoenix, AZ 6 pm with hosts Mike Ferrin and Ryan Spilborghs
Tuesday, Feb. 27
Rays – St. Petersburg, FL 5 pm with hosts Steve Phillips and Eduardo Perez
Giants – Scottsdale, AZ 7 pm with hosts Mike Ferrin and Ryan Spilborghs
Wednesday, Feb. 28
Twins – Lee County, FL 5 pm with hosts Steve Phillips and Eduardo Perez
Mariners – Peoria, AZ 6 pm with hosts Mike Ferrin and Ryan Spilborghs
Thursday, Feb. 29
Red Sox – Fort Myers, FL 5 pm with hosts Steve Phillips and Eduardo Perez
Friday, Mar. 1
Dodgers – Glendale, AZ 1pm with hosts Mike Ferrin and Ryan Spilborghs
Pirates – Bradenton, FL 5 pm with hosts Steve Phillips and Xavier Scruggs
Angels – Tempe, AZ 6 pm with hosts Ryan Spilborghs and Jim Duquette
Saturday, Mar. 2
Orioles – Sarasota, FL 6 pm with hosts Steve Phillips and Xavier Scruggs
Rockies – Scottsdale, AZ 7 pm with hosts Ryan Spilborghs and Jim Duquette
Sunday, Mar. 3
Braves – North Port, FL 5 pm with hosts Steve Phillips and Kevin Frandsen
Cubs – Mesa, AZ 7 pm with hosts Ryan Spilborghs and Jim Duquette
Monday, Mar. 4
Tigers – Lakeland, FL 5 pm with hosts Steve Phillips and Kevin Frandsen
Rangers – Surprise, AZ 7 pm with hosts Ryan Spilborghs and Jim Duquette
Tuesday, Mar. 5
Phillies – Clearwater, FL 5 pm with hosts Steve Phillips and Kevin Frandsen
Royals – Surprise, AZ 7 pm with hosts Ryan Spilborghs and Jim Duquette
Wednesday, Mar. 6
Yankees – Tampa, FL 5 pm with hosts Steve Phillips and Xavier Scruggs
Thursday, Mar. 7
White Sox – Glendale, AZ 5 pm with hosts Mike Ferrin and Jim Duquette
Friday, Mar. 8
Reds – Goodyear, AZ 1 pm with hosts Mike Ferrin and Jim Duquette
Blue Jays – Dunedin, FL 5 pm with hosts Steve Phillips and Xavier Scruggs
Diamondbacks – Scottsdale, AZ 7 pm with hosts Mike Ferrin and Jim Duquette
Marlins – Jupiter, FL 8 pm with hosts Dani Wexelman and Eduardo Perez
Saturday, Mar. 9
Cardinals – Jupiter, FL 4 pm with hosts Dani Wexelman and Jim Bowden
Padres – Peoria, AZ 7 pm with hosts Mike Ferrin and Jim Duquette
Sunday, Mar. 10
Astros – West Palm Beach, FL 4 pm with hosts Dani Wexelman and Jim Bowden
Athletics – Mesa, AZ 8 pm with hosts Mike Ferrin and Jim Duquette
Monday, Mar. 11
Mets – Port St. Lucie, FL 5 pm with hosts Dani Wexelman and Jim Bowden
Tuesday, Mar. 12
Guardians – Goodyear, AZ 5 pm with hosts Mike Ferrin and Jim Duquette
Wednesday, Mar. 13
Nationals – West Palm Beach, FL 5 pm with hosts Dani Wexelman and Jim Bowden
* schedule subject to change.
SiriusXM offers live broadcasts of select spring training games, as well as every regular and postseason MLB game and select Spanish-language game broadcasts. The SiriusXM app offers 30 play-by-play channels that stream the official radio broadcasts of every MLB team, giving fans the choice between the home and visiting team announcers for every game all season long. All 30 MLB play-by-play channels are also available in vehicles equipped with SiriusXM with 360L. For the schedule, visit www.siriusxm.com/sports.
MARRERO, LA (02.27.24) – Extreme Car Audio is a very proactive 12volt retailer in the New Orleans suburb of Marrero celebrating 15 years in business. Owner Ace Troung is preparing for EV sales and installations. Recently Ace invested in a new white 2024 HUMMER EV.
The new HUMMER EV at night will catch every eyeball on the busy roadway.
“We have seen the consumer move to EV’s and have prepared for sales and installation on our sales floor and the in installation bay. Displays in the showroom, plus charging and charging devises along with accessories in the bay, let all know we are prepared for EVs. Recently we took the next step and bought a new HUMMER EV”
Ace Troung shortly after picking up the ‘Shop HUMMER’.
Continuing “The new HUMMER interior is stripped and the installation is underway for a total system and we are going all Alpine Status and OPTIM DSP gear. We work closely with Alpine Representative Jimmy Chauffe and have hosted several Alpine Experience events in our store and parking lot. Our HUMMER will definitely raise the bar!”
The HUMMER EV interior is stripped as the installation is in progress.
Adding “We got the HUMMER EV to let our customers know that we can adapt to the current and future EV market. This is definitely help us set it off. We are super excited to have the new shop demo HUMMER with the OPTIM DSP and Status products which will sound amazing.Stay tuned for the finished product.”
SoundSkin sound deadening will add to the overall installation and system sound quality.
Ace recently attended K’Fest in Vegas and attended the Alpine training that featured a Tesla vehicle on the floor of the Alpine training presentation.
A look inside the HUMMER EV.
“It was super to see Alpine host a training specifically geared to sales and installations centered on EVs. The session confirmed I was on the right path. Others in the meeting mentioned to me they felt more confortable with the EV category after the meeting. Candidly some retailers may shy away from the caterory” Ace concluded.
Extreme Car Audio is located on a very busy throughfare and the attractive building easily catches the eyes of drivers. Soon the new HUMMER EV will be parked in the parking lot to provide a new Alpine listening experience for consumers in the New Orleans market.
MONTREAL, CANADA (02.27.24) – Automobility is excited to announce the company is the exclusive Canadian distributor for King Boxes.
As Canada’s largest automotive distributor Automobility will represent the complete line of the King Boxes ever expanding line of speaker boxes and consoles.
“We are excited to have the exclusive partnership with Automobility in Canada. Our King Boxes will provide their dealers with our quality products that will showcase strong bass, save time in the installation bay and provide profit opportunities for their dealers. And look good on the showroom floor too” Jaysam Odeh related for King Boxes.
The pallets being loaded on the semi in Gadsden AL for the 990 mile trip north.
Michael Berger, Automobility Vice President of Sales, offered “The King Boxes shipment has arrived and we look forward to providing our dealers with this quality line of products that are designed to enhance a listeners audio experience. King Boxes are designed to maximize bass output while maintaining precise soud quality.”
Automobility, serving the 12volt industry since 1991, is headquartered in Montrael along with offices and warehouses in Toronto and Vancouver.
TULSA, OK (02.21.23) – Code Zero Customs had a major presence at the recent Starbird Show in Tulsa. The event, the 60th Annual, was held in the Tulsa Expo Center February 16th-18th. This was the 8th year for Code Zero Customs to exhibit and the company’s 7th year to be an event sponsor. As part of the event sponsorship 2500 Code Zero Customs VIP Lanyards were provided to be worn on the show floor by attendees.
Cody Landis, Code Zero Customs owner, related “Being on site up front with a 20 x 40 booth at the Starbird Show is always a real branding opportunity for our company. Attendees are serious automotive aftermarket enthusiasts and it’s a great way to showcase our brand, products and work to the right audience. JL Audio, Memphis Audio and Wavtech were brands we spotlighted. Our Code Zero Customs apparel also grabbed attention.”
Code Zero Customs had a show special spotlighted in the booth with other products and their custom speaker enclosure builds.
“Showing great project vehicles by the booth really let attendees see our custom work. Seeing client vehicles around the show floor is always humbling. Bobby, Jenni and I definitely stayed busy throughout the event. I totaled up over $75,000 in jobs we quoted” Landis added.
“At the Starbird shows our goal is to put our brand in front of the right crowd. Attendees ask if we are local so they can come to the store to talk about projects on their vehicle. Every year we quote packages to members of the crowd and that turns into business at our store. This event was definitely one of the busiest. We certainly look forward to the 2025 Starbird Show” Landis concluded.
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