NEW YORK, NY (01.12.24) – SiriusXM Connected Vehicle Services Inc. (SiriusXM Connect), a subsidiary of SiriusXM Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SIRI) and leading provider of connected products and services to vehicle manufacturers, today announced its next-generation ACN+ technology powered by RapidSOS, an intelligent safety company, will now be included as part of its emergency service platform for all vehicles with compatible embedded telematics equipment.

ACN+ provides industry-leading emergency response by sharing critical data with 911 call centers digitally, minimizing the amount of information that must be verbally communicated to first responders. Automakers who rely on SiriusXM Connect can now offer this advanced safety feature to all their customers with available connected data. This enables automakers to expand their safety and security service offering, ensuring drivers receive timely emergency care that could save lives.

“We are committed to continuously improving emergency response for drivers across the country, and by expanding our relationship with RapidSOS we are enabling vehicles on our platform to have access to technology that can help to save lives,” said Steve Coker, Senior Vice President at SiriusXM Connect. “In working with RapidSOS over the last three years, we’ve seen ACN+ reduce 911 dispatch times by an average of 45 seconds compared to voice-only calls; when lives are at stake, every second counts.”

ACN+ powered by RapidSOS digitally provides automated, enhanced safety information and offers the opportunity to collaborate with automakers to expand data fields as they become available, allowing crash, and other critical data, including when authorized by customers, medical profile information, to be delivered to 911 in the workflows they use every day.

“Together, SiriusXM Connect and RapidSOS now provide more than 16,000 public safety agencies that cover 99% of the U.S. population with life-saving contextual data like location, speed, and impact,” said Michael Martin, CEO of RapidSOS. “Additionally, we have the capabilities to provide this vital data to Canada and Mexico, helping more than 1 million field responders across North America.”

”The expanded relationship between SiriusXM Connect and RapidSOS is a significant development for the industry. This action enables emergency responders’ access to ACN+ data directly covering more vehicles on the road. This will empower responders to make faster decisions on the necessary resources required at the scene,” said Brian Fontes, CEO NENA: The 9-1-1 Association. When we have access to more information and in a timely manner, we can better determine the needs of people in distress sooner, thus increasing our chances of saving their lives.”

SiriusXM Connect will offer ACN+ standard on all compatible equipped vehicles covered by an active connected vehicle subscription for this enhanced safety feature by March 2024.

Visit siriusxm.com and rapidsos.com for more.

CERRITOS, CA (01.11.24) – Dalton Duckett is excited to introduce himself as the new Marketing and Design Specialist at SoundSkins Global. Below, in his words, he relayed his plan moving forward.

I come to SoundSkins Global with a strong background in creative marketing and innovative design. My passion lies in crafting captivating narratives and visually appealing content that resonates with audiences worldwide.

I am deeply committed to building upon the solid foundation that my predecessor established. My objective is to bring fresh perspectives to our marketing strategies and design initiatives, ensuring that Sound Skins Global continues to shine in our dynamic industry.

I’m looking forward to diving into collaborations with all of you and exploring ways to soar to even greater heights. Whether you have marketing or design needs or simply want to say hello, please don’t hesitate to connect with me. I’m here to champion our brand and help it thrive with style and innovation.

Thank you all for welcoming me into the Sound Skins Global family. I’m excited about the journey ahead and can’t wait to make a positive impact as I lead our marketing department.

Visit soundskinsglobal.com for more.

Contact Dalton Duckett, Marketing and Design Specialist
M (562) 390-0263
P (877) 211-5597
E dalton@soundskinsglobal.com

SHREVEPORT, LA (01.11.24) – In today’s world, and the 12volt world, it’s hard to find positive news. The 12volt News, and the 12volt Central Studios, work to deliver positive industry news each business day. Creating the 12voltSTP Tool is another example of making it easy for industry members to put their company’s brand and positive activities in front of members of the 12volt industry.

The 12volt STP Tool makes it easier than ever to showcase your company’s positive activities and products. It’s not an app. Just Snap an image with your smartphone and Txt with a few words to 318 465 0844. Snap..Txt..Presto! Your company’s positive news could be in the news. 318 465 0844 is the number. 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 news. That is also true for the business realm that includes the 12volt Industry.

Today a vast percentage of people spend hours and hours on their mobile devices each day. Reports are the average person spends 7 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. Fresh industry is also posted each day on the web @ 12voltnews.com.

The 12voltBeat newsletter, delivering fresh industry news, is emailed early Monday and Thursday mornings to over 4,000 industry members. Check your inbox.

Visit 12voltnews.com for more.

LONG BEACH, CA (01.10.24) KENWOOD USA is excited to announce the extension of its distribution partnership with Ultimate Marketing. Effective immediately, in addition to serving as the distributor for North and South Carolina, Ultimate Marketing will now take on the responsibility of distributing KENWOOD products in Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, and Florida.

“We are thrilled about this extended partnership with Ultimate Marketing. Their dedication to building meaningful relationships aligns perfectly with our values at KENWOOD. With their increased role, we are confident that customers in Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, and Florida will experience the same level of personalized service and expertise that KENWOOD is known for,” said John Lucas, VP of Sales at KENWOOD.

About Ultimate Marketing:

• Brings over two decades of industry experience.
• Commits to understanding the unique needs of your business.
• Places a core focus on building face-to-face relationships with its customers.
• Ensures orders received by 4:30 p.m. EST are shipped the same day.
• Offers more than just distribution; they provide retailers with access to extensive knowledge in merchandising, product development, sales training, tech support, and show management.

As expressed by Kevin Holder, the Owner of Ultimate Marketing, “To us, our customers are like family, and their success is our top priority. As a family-owned and operated company, we genuinely care about the profitability of our dealers. I want people to know the personal touch we have with our customers, and relationships are the key value to our business.”

This strategic move marks an exciting chapter for KENWOOD and Ultimate Marketing, solidifying their commitment to delivering top-tier mobile electronics solutions for customers in the Southeastern United States. Holder also noted that they are actively pursuing opening an additional operating location to provide even faster access to KENWOOD products throughout the territory.

You can reach Ultimate Marketing by phone: 1-800-425-0753, email: sales@umdistributors.com, & web: https://umdistributors.com/

To learn more about KENWOOD, visit the company’s website at https://www.kenwood.com/usa/car/

NASHVILLE, TN (01.10.24) – Elite Distributor Alliance (EDA) with one day shipping from 23 distribution centers, has broadened its footprint with the addition of Mobile Imports of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Josh Eatherly, EDA’s Executive Vice President said: “We are excited to kick off 2024 with the addition of Mobile Imports.  Danny Cintron and his team fit the mindset and the go to market strategy of EDA perfectly.” Eatherly added, “It is so important that membership is like-minded in their business approach in order to provide added value for our vendors and each other.”

Danny Cintron, the President, and CEO of Mobile Imports added, “We are excited to become a distributor partner with EDA.  They represent the most well organized and forward-thinking distributors in our industry.  We look forward to sharing and learning with our new partner.”

Steve Cote, Eastern Regional Sales Manager at JVC added, “Mobile Imports is the right EDA member for Puerto Rico.  Danny’s team is pro-active with dealers across the island daily providing not only logistic support but superior tech level support as a JVC distributor.”

John Yodzis, one of the officers of EDA, and president of DOW Technologies said, “We took our time to find the right partner to add in Puerto Rico.  My company, DOW, has a strong presence on the island, but we felt we needed one more member to really round things out.  Danny and his team are a great fit.” 

Find out more at www.elitedistributoralliance.com.

HOLLY HILL, FL (01.09.24) – Metra Electronics is honored to formally announce a partnership with ACV GmbH of Germany in 2024 and its new role as master distributor for the EU Marketplace. Metra’s brand of radio replacement products, including installation kits and fascias, wiring harnesses, antenna products, and more, will now be stocked and distributed by ACV GmbH.

A vendor of vehicle-specific product solutions that does business around the globe, ACV GmbH is headquartered in Erkelenz, a town located in the industrial region that comprises Düsseldorf, Cologne and Aachen. It is an enterprise that has been specializing in technical car accessories for decades. They now also provide product development services for custom-tailored, individual solutions in compliance with client specifications based on OEM standards and standardized products for the aftermarket. The business has earned a reputation for expeditious service and excellent, uncomplicated support services.

As a long-term partner of Metra, ACV GmbH will provide the manufacturer with logistical advantages to facilitate outreach and product fulfillment to dealers across Europe and surrounding countries. “Our team is very excited about the advancement of our relationship with ACV GmbH. We look forward to expanding our brand presence and growing mutual business within the European marketplace,” says Maurice Soto, Metra’s Director of International Sales. Any retailers or custom integrators who would like more information on this partnership may contact their Metra Representative.

Visit metraonline.com for more.

ONTARIO, CA (01.08.24) – Take your sound to the next level with the PowerBass PBX-DSP8 8 Channel DSP.

The PBX-DSP8 digital signal processor is engineered to deliver the ultimate in system tuning capabilities, in an easy-to-use format. Combined with a state-of-the-art 32-bit DSP processor, The PBX-DSP8 gives you the ability to do complete DSP tuning and signal summing via your smart phone or tablet using the downloadable PBX-DSP8 app.

The PBX-DSP8 31 Band Parametric Equalizer gives you complete control on your sound profile. By knowing how to adjust the EQ properly you can make fine adjustments to each channel to adjust specific frequencies to accent them or decrease them to smooth out the peaks and dips in the curve.

The PBX-DSP8 is packed with tons of great tools to enhance your in car listening experience!

PBX-DSP8 iOS
Click here to download the new PBX-DSP8 App for your Apple iOS Device.
Link Multiple XL-RGB1 to one app and control them all from your device!

PBX-DSP8 Android
Click here to download the new PBX-DSP8 App for your Android Device.
Dial in your sound from your phone, or tablet from your listening position in car with out the need of cables and bulky laptops!

• Digital Signal Processor for system integration.
• Wireless / APP Control compatible with PBX-DSP8.
• Auto Turn on with DC Offset
• High and Low level input
• Low Level user adjustable Outputs
• 8 Channels input / 8 channels output
• Amplifier remote turn on with user selectable delay

Processing Features:

• 32-Bit Digital Signal Processing
• 31 Band User Adjustable Equalization per channel
• User Adjustable Delay and Gain per channel
• User Adjustable Crossover Network with adjustable slopes 6 – 48db
• User Selectable Phase control per channel 0 / 180 degrees
• Adjustable input voltage per channel pairings 250mV – 9V

Visit powerbassusa.com for more.

BATTLE GROUND, WA (01.05.24) – In a strategic move to advance future growth plans in the Pacific Northwest, The Crossover Marketing Group proudly announces the addition of Zach Vanatta to its dynamic team.

Zach brings not only a wealth of experience with automobiles, but a strong desire to work closely with like-minded people in the car audio industry. While pursuing his Business Marketing degree at Clark College, Zach honed his skills at a local Auto Broker and Dealership, managing critical business operations.

Now he joins Crossover, ready to write the next chapter in his career.

“I’ve known Zach for years, and I’m excited about the person he’s on track to become. With the right support and guidance, he will soon help define the next generation of Sales Reps in the industry.” said Rob Sutton on why he chose Zach for this important growth phase of the company.

This expansion will help Crossover utilize the unique tools that have been built quietly over the last several months, including full integration of proprietary programs to manage every aspect of the business, and several unique new sales focused programs that will roll out this year…most of all, this move will bolster the priority on customer service for dealer partners that is a core tenet of the Crossover Marketing Group.

“Operationally Zach’s addition to the team is timely and aligns perfectly with our vision and plans to provide unparalleled client support and a strong and consistent field presence to drive value to both our vendors and customer base here in the Pacific Northwest“ said Paul Pilat about the bigger picture for the company.

Visit www.crossovermktg.com for more.

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS (01.05.24) – Barbados is an eastern Caribbean island and an independent British Commonwealth nation with the capitol in Bridgetown. Tiffany and Triston Parris operate a business that facilitates product deliveries plus conducting sound-off competitions across the various Caribbean islands with a focus of dB Drag Racing events. Custom in-vehicle installation is also included in the company’s daily activities.

“Our journey into car audio installation, distribution and hosting dB Drag events has been exciting and a truly rewarding experience. We’ve made friends throughout the industry that we now consider our family – from dealers and audio teams on different islands to international suppliers and judges. It’s hard to imagine what our lives were like before these relationships became an integral part of our journey” Tiffany and Triston related.

Continuing “Imagine that we started our business over 14 years ago, shopping online for accessories to representing some of the best competitive brands in the industry today, such as SounDigital, Ground Zero, DC Audio, Incriminator Audio, Singer Alternators, XS Power, Triton Loud Speakers (Brazil), and Sparked Innovations. We really must especially thank Rusty Flowers from DC Audio for taking a chance on us and trusting us with his brand, starting us off on this incredible trajectory of working with these amazing companies. We treat each brand as if it is our own, believing that when you interact with SQ Soundz, it should be as though you are dealing directly with the supplier in “their” Caribbean locations. Focusing on the importance of these personal connections, we strive to provide a level of service that reflects the values of the brands we represent and this has been the foundation of our growth strategy.”

HKI USA CEO Diogo Iannaccone offered “Triston and Tiffany at SQ Soundz are our very good partners from Barbados and they drive HKI brands and business across the Caribbean.”

SQ Soundz has a 2024 and beyond plan in place to continue to drive the enjoyment of music across the the Caribbean Islands.

Visit sq-soundz.business.site for more.

GASTONIA, NC (01.04.24) – David Holland, Shiflet & Dickson VP and GM, stated “Boomer Robinson is our new Road Warrior to travel the territory we serve in southeastern US. Boomer’s exact territory will be eastern North Carolina, South Carolina and East Tennessee.”

Boomer brings a great deal of experience in retail as well as experience in the 12volt distributor arena. Outside sales with DAS, Next Level Marketing and Ambassador Marketing are included in his 12volt work experience.

“Our dealers will appreciate the knowledge Boomer brings to the table when he enters their stores” Holland concluded.

Visit shifletdickson.com for more.