Metra Electronics Announces Partnership with ACV GmbH

HOLLY HILL, FL (12.08.23) – 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.

will.i.am Brings First-Ever AI-Themed Series to SiriusXM Platform with Launch of Exclusive New SiriusXM Show

NEW YORK, NY (12.08.23) – SiriusXM has announced that will.i.am, global music artist, producer, TV star/host, Futurist, future-caster, creative innovator, popthropologist, philanthropist and STEAM education activist, will launch an exclusive SiriusXM show, will.i.am Presents the FYI Show. The show is set to launch in January 2024 on SiriusXM’s The 10s Spot (channel 11), available to listeners in their cars and on the SiriusXM app.

will.i.am Presents the FYI Show will be hosted by will.i.am, showcasing the latest in AI innovation and AI-powered interactive projects. Each week the show will take listeners on a deep dive into the intersection of pop culture, music, entertainment, world news, and technology, featuring thought-provoking conversations, hilarious games, the hottest new music, and interviews with the brightest stars making culture happen today.

The interactive show will be driven through will.i.am’s FYI app – an AI-powered communication and creative collaboration tool designed to help Focus Your Ideas.

Listeners can keep the movement going by joining the Show Project on FYI, giving the audience access to episode content, bonus materials, discussions with other listeners and engagement with AI.

A special preview of the new show was recorded with will.i.am in front of a live audience this week at the SiriusXM Miami studios. Subscribers will be able to tune into this content in car and on the app upon show launch in January. Photos from the event can be found HERE.

“The FYI Show is a celebration of creators, innovators, and their dreams,” said will.i.am. “Episodes delve into AI-powered projects, exploring the What and the How, while also understanding the passion behind them. At FYI, we provide the right tools, infusing AI to help materialize dreams. An amazing journey awaits us!”

“will.i.am is an extraordinary talent who has been at the nexus of entertainment and technology for some time,” said Scott Greenstein, SiriusXM’s President and Chief Content Officer. “SiriusXM offers an ideal platform for him to combine these passions and create a cutting-edge show that can showcase his renowned creativity, his insights into trends and much more.”   

Eligible customers can get their first three months of SiriusXM streaming for free. Click here to sign up and experience all that SiriusXM has to offer. See Offer Details.

Race Sport Lighting Is Shipping LED Scanning Hood Brow DRL Flex Kit for Cars and Jeeps

RINGWOOD, IL (12.07.23) – Race Sport Lighting, a leading innovator in automotive lighting solutions, proudly announces the release of their latest product, the HOODKIT2 (PN# 1007752) LED Knight Rider Scanning Hood Brow DRL Flex Cool White Kit. This revolutionary lighting kit is designed to enhance the aesthetic appeal and visibility of cars and jeeps, providing a modern and stylish touch on any vehicle. The highly flexible light contours along the bottom of the hood lid and is very similar to some modern cars on the road. This comes months after the successful launch of their nationwide popular HOODKIT1 which is longer, in length, for Trucks and larger SUV’s.

“We are thrilled to introduce the HOODKIT2 LED Knight Rider Scanning Hood Brow DRL Flex Cool White Kit to the market to fit on cars, Jeeps, and smaller SUVs. The HOODKIT1 for trucks and larger SUVs launched over the summer has quickly grown in popularity and risen on our top-ranking product list nationwide. It was logical that we would launch a smaller version that fits up on smaller-width vehicles. We have already moved much of our opening production, as dealers had this product on pre-order for a few months now.” said Steve Jergensen, President at Race Sport Lighting.

3 Key Features of the HOODKIT2:

1.       Knight Rider Scanning Effect: The HOODKIT2 features a distinctive Knight Rider scanning effect upon ignition before the final transition into a solid daytime running light while running. This attention-grabbing feature adds a touch of sophistication and modernity to the vehicle’s appearance.

2.       DRL Flex Cool White Technology: Equipped with cutting-edge Daytime Running Light (DRL) Flex Cool White technology, the HOODKIT2 ensures optimal visibility and safety on the road. The cool white illumination not only enhances the vehicle’s presence and safety during the day but also contributes to a sleek and contemporary look.

3.       Weather-Resistant Construction: Built to withstand various weather conditions, the HOODKIT2 is constructed with durable silicone materials that ensure long-lasting performance. Whether driving through rain, snow, article sub-temps in the northern hemisphere, or intense heat in the southern hemisphere, users can count on durability.

The HOODKIT2 LED Knight Rider Scanning Hood Brow DRL Flex Kit is now in stock and shipping from their Ringwood, IL warehouse to distributors and dealers near you. Resellers are encouraged to stock the HOODKIT1 and HOODKIT2 to universally service all small to larger body-width vehicles seeking to add safety and modern light effects.

Visit www.racesportinc.com for more.

ZZ-2 Add On Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto Fully Integrated to the Factory Controls

BOCA RATON, FL (12.07.23) – In most AUDI vehicles from 2009-2019, ZZ2 integrates wireless CarPlay & Android Auto, front and rear cameras and more. Additionally, we offer a factory handle camera which retains the factory trunk appearance.

With our AUDI ZZPLAY line we offer wireless CarPlay and Android Auto solutions, bringing your vehicle up to date with one of the most desirable features in the market.

You can access the most relevant apps from your phone like iMessage, Spotify, Waze, WhatsApp, Google Maps and more, directly from factory controls. In addition to mirroring your smartphone, the ZZPLAY lineup includes USB audio and video playback, as well as a YouTube app.

Features:
Wireless CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
SmartPhone Mirroring
USB A/V Playback
Front View Camera input
Rear View Camera input (w/ Dynamic Parking Lines)
Plug and Play

Please CLICK HERE to access the Audi section on the ZZ-2 website and get a full compatibility list.

Christmas Day 2023 Is Just 19 In-Store Experience Days Away

12VOLT NEWS (12.06.23) – The Holiday Season is an opportunity for 12volt retailers to create a unique in-store experience for members of their local communities. Holiday themed exterior store front lighting and in showroom displays can bring smiles to customers faces. Making social media posts of Holidays themed images can draw store traffic. Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales activity in 2023 set online sales records. Proactive 12volt retailers can spotlight the advantages of shopping and making Christmas gift purchases locally.

Custom Audio’s Holiday window decorations draw attention from the busy street in front of the Erie PA strip center.

Custom Audio in Erie PA is located in a strip center along a busy local street. Window graphics, signage and lighting grabs eyeballs from the street. With daylight savings time it is dark during evening drive time and into the night.

The Team Nutz location draws eyes from the very busy street.
Krista is the member of the Team Nutz staff and pictured with a Ed Nuttall‘s niece and nephew Mia and Cole at the Sunday night event at local retailers annual gathering. Over 300 of the custom lighted lanyards were given out.

Team Nutz in Pittsburgh is located on a very busy local main street. The 2-story building with lighting plus the area in front of store spotlighting the Holiday season with Santa and more adds to visibility. This past Sunday Ed Nuttall and wife Nina attended 2 Holiday themed events in the Team Nutz Excursion. The first event was a Tow Truck Parade with over 50 area Tow Trucks picking up and delivering Toys For Tots gifts. The evening event concentrated on close local businesses presenting a Holiday event that drew hundreds to the area. At both events the loaded Team Nutz Excursion was blasting Christmas music from speakers mounted on top of the vehicle. That evening the Team Nutz crew handed out over 300 customized lighted Team Nutz lanyards.

The 12volt Central Studios is on the road to Showcase 2023 in-store experiences….with the 12voltSTP Tool.

The Ricky Smith’s Audio showroom in Lafayette LA is gift wrapped for the Holiday in-store experience.

The entire showroom at Ricky Smith’s Audio in Lafayette LA has a Holiday theme and is a Toys For Tots drop of center. See the feature article as the Monday December 4th feature @12voltnews.com.

The expansive Abt Electronics lobby and halls in Glenview IL is filled with Holiday decorations.

The massive Abt Electronics store in Glenview IL offers appliances, electronics, mobiles electronics and so much more. The huge lobby area and hallways are filled with Christmas decorations and lights. A Tesla vehicle is spotlighted at the entrance to let customers know Abt can add aftermarket products to EVs.

This wall in the Sound Hound store in Caldwell ID highlights KICKER products for Holiday cheer.

Sound Hounds in Caldwell ID has one wall of of the company’s showroom decked with a Holiday theme and spotlighting KICKER products.

Customers at Intense Kustom Audio are greeted with the Happy Holidays feel from JC and the crew when they enter the showroom in Brentwood IL.

Intense Kustom Audio in Brentwood NY has spotlighted products in several areas of the showroom with a Holiday theme.

The 12volt Central Studios staff will continue to spotlight proactive 12volt retailers working to create the Holiday in-store experience for members of their respective communities.

Visit instagram.com/12voltnews for more.

Pandora Reveals Artists to Watch 2024: The Pandora Ten

NEW YORK, NY (12.06.23) – Pandora revealed its highly anticipated annual list of Artists To Watch, The Pandora Ten. For almost a decade, the streaming platform has forecasted the next crop of artists set to make the biggest waves in the coming year, and Pandora’s genre-spanning predictions showcase the diversity of emerging talent on deck to make an impact across the globe in 2024.

Through an advanced analysis of listener data and programmers’ insights, past artists whose future stardom Pandora has anticipated include Post Malone and Alessia Cara in 2016; Lizzo and Dua Lipa in 2017; H.E.R. and Ashley McBryde in 2018; Summer Walker and Rauw Alejandro in 2019; Doja Cat, Roddy Ricch and Tones & I in 2020; The Kid LAROI and Tate McRae in 2021; PinkPantheress in 2022; and Kim Petras and Coco Jones in 2023. Now, Pandora turns its focus to the promising talents who are poised to leave an indelible mark on the music landscape next year.

“As fans continue to explore a wide array of new artists from a diversity of genres, the prediction process has grown to be more and more exciting for us,” said Steve Blatter, Senior Vice President/General Manager, Music Programming, SiriusXM Pandora. “We’re able to narrow down the list of talent that’s up next by carefully looking at our listeners’ preferences coupled with insights from our expert curation team and artist relations team. We can’t wait to see where the careers of these 10 artists will go in the upcoming year!”

Here is the next Pandora Ten, the artists to watch in 2024 and beyond. Listen to all of them HERE.

charlieonnafriday (Pop)

Cooper Alan (Country)

Electric Callboy (Metal)

GONZY (Latin)

Kenya Grace (Dance)

Natalie Layne (Christian)

Reneé Rapp (Pop)

Scar Lip (Hip-Hop)

Tyla (Afropop)

Vacations (Rock)

Along with The Pandora Ten, Pandora highlights emerging artists across various genres such as CountryLatin and R&B.

Elettromedia Group Partners with William F. Miller & Associates for Enhanced U.S. Presence

NASHVILLE, TN (12.05.23) – November 28, 2023 –Today, Elettromedia Group, the Italian-based audio designer and manufacturer, announced their partnership with William F. Miller & Associates, the U.S,’s leading marine manufacturers’ representative agency. As a partner, William F. Miller is now responsible for representing marine audio products to customers in the greater South and Midwest U.S. territories for two of Elettromedia Group’s brands, Hertz Marine and Audison.

The partnership enhances Hertz Marine and Audison’s growing commitment to the U.S. boating industry. Both brands recently opened a U.S. distribution center in Nashville, Tenn. to service a growing demand from U.S. customers and manufacturers.

“Our agency is honored to be partnered with Elettromedia and their Hertz Marine and Audison brands. These brands have made a strong entrance into the US marine market, with Hertz being recognized at IBEX with a 2023 Innovation Award. We look forward to sharing their story throughout our territory and helping to grow their business by gaining market share.” said Hill Lenderman, Owner / President of William F. Miller & Associates.

“We are proud to continue our work in the United States, growing our marine industry brands and developing new and exciting partnerships,” says Pietro Pantaleone, President of Elettromedia Group. “Through Hertz Marine and Audison, we are bringing the best of audio performance, durability, and luxury to the boating industry. We look forward to continuing our work alongside key industry leaders like those at William F. Miller.”

Visit elettromedia.com and williamfmiller.com for more.

SiriusXM to Launch on Rivian R1T and R1S Vehicles

NEW YORK, NY (12.05.23) – SiriusXM has announced that electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian will bring SiriusXM’s audio entertainment experience to new and existing Rivian R1T and R1S models in the U.S. in 2024.

The collaboration, which directly integrates SiriusXM into Rivian’s in-vehicle software, will deliver owners intuitive, user-friendly control over the best 24/7 audio entertainment on the market. Upon launch next year, all new and existing Rivian owners will be able to opt in and activate a three-month SiriusXM trial subscription directly on their vehicle’s center display.

“Rivian is a disruptor in the automotive industry and has an exceptional lineup of software-forward electric vehicles that deliver to their owners a truly tailored experience in a variety of different ways,” said Joe Verbrugge, Chief Commercial Officer, SiriusXM. “We are excited to launch SiriusXM with Rivian and to meet listeners everywhere they are and everywhere they want to go.”

“At Rivian, we’re committed to enhancing the driving experience and evolving our vehicles over time through software updates,” said Wassym Bensaid, Sr. Vice President, Software Development at Rivian. “We collaborated with SiriusXM on a digital integration that provides a seamless user experience and will be available to owners with a simple over-the-air update.”

The trial subscription will include SiriusXM’s full lineup of varied content, plus access to SiriusXM outside the vehicle on the SiriusXM app and on connected devices and speakers in the home.

SiriusXM features hundreds of live channels plus thousands of hours of recorded on-demand content and podcasts. The platform offers personalized “For You” recommendations and the ability to access related content, allowing listeners to discover more of the programming they love.

SiriusXM’s music channels are expertly curated, ad-free, and deliver an exceptionally wide array of audio choices for listeners. Covering every genre across many decades, channels feature popular tracks and deep cuts from popular artists, as well as introduce listeners to new and emerging musicians and bands. Artist-branded channels from Hall of Fame and iconic talent feature original content that can’t be heard anywhere else. SiriusXM’s concept-based channels, such as Road Trip Radio and Yacht Rock Radio, or its many activity and mood-based channels, are designed to deliver a personalized music experience that fits the moment.

SiriusXM offers the most extensive lineup of professional and college sports in audio, news from around the country and the world from many sources and political perspectives, the scoop on the latest from the world of entertainment, hours of stand-up by the funniest comics and more.

For more information on all the programming that SiriusXM offers, and all the ways subscribers can listen, visit www.SiriusXM.com. For more information on Rivian, visit www.rivian.com.

SiriusXM Celebrates the Holiday Season with Launch of Most Festive Channels to Date

NEW YORK, NY (12.04.23) – SiriusXM has announced the return of its highly anticipated holiday music lineup featuring 26 festive channels, including three new channels: Trans-Siberian Orchestra Radio, Smokey’s Holiday Soul Town and Sleep Christmas. The holiday season kicks off November 8 on SiriusXM with many of the channels live now and streaming on the SiriusXM app.

SiriusXM brings listeners its most extensive collection of holiday channels yet with a wide variety of seasonal tunes including traditional holiday songs, classic Christmas carols and Hanukkah music as well as genre-specific channels such as holiday pop, country Christmas, seasonal soul and classical Christmas.  

SiriusXM’s holiday channels are available to subscribers nationwide in their car and on the SiriusXM app. Eligible customers can get their first three months of SiriusXM streaming for free. Click here to sign up and experience all that SiriusXM has to offer. See offer details.

For more information visit: www.siriusxm.com/holiday-music   

SiriusXM’s Holiday Channel Line-Up

Acoustic Christmas: Unplug this Christmas with nothing but acoustic holiday tunes. Hear new and classic holiday songs from well-known singer songwriters and bands like Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers, Jack Johnson, Kacey Musgraves, Norah Jones, The Lumineers and more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26 and on channel 17 beginning December 24 through December 26.

Christmas Spirit: Christmas music and holiday favorites exclusively from contemporary Christian artists. Here, the reason for the season is not just remembered, He’s celebrated in song, with no commercial interruptions. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26 and on channel 63 beginning December 6 through December 26. 

Cool Jazz Christmas: Elevate the season with a jazzy holiday soundtrack that is everything you need for a cool yule! Pour the eggnog and let the festivities begin with Christmas classics from some of the greatest contemporary jazz instrumentalists including Dave Koz, Vince Guaraldi, Jonathan Butler and Boney James, plus a sprinkling of some of the smoothest vocals of the season from the likes of Anita Baker, Samara Joy, Take 6, and Natalie Cole.  Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26. 

Country Christmas: A wide-ranging assortment of country Christmas music spanning the generations of country, including Willie Nelson, Carrie Underwood, George Strait and more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26 and on channel 58 beginning December 6 through December 26.

Hallmark Channel Radio: Hallmark Channel Radio is back for the holidays featuring timeless Christmas music and carols that celebrate the joy of the season. Hear the songs you love including music from this year’s all-new Hallmark Channel Countdown to Christmas movies as well as the channel’s new app-exclusive themed radio mixes including the Mistletoe Kiss Mix, Peppermint Pop Christmas Mix and Cozy Christmas. Hallmark Channel Radio is the perfect way to embrace the wonder of the season with loved ones near and far. Available on the SiriusXM app and channel 107 November 8 through December 26. 

Holiday Chill-Out: SiriusXM brings you a 24/7 Holiday Chill-Out channel featuring downtempo, chilled-out holiday favorites. ’Tis the season to relax. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26. 

Holiday Instrumentals: String, piano and orchestral versions of seasonal favorites designed to set the holiday mood. No vocals…just instruments playing holiday hits…so YOU can sing along! A cozy soundtrack to the season! Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Holiday Pops: This festive season, immerse yourself in classical Christmas carols and cherished holiday favorites! Experience the magic as performed by some of the most iconic classical musicians, including Luciano Pavarotti, the New York Philharmonic, King’s College Choir, Boston Pops, Andrea Bocelli, and many more. Listen exclusively on the SiriusXM app from November 8 to December 26 and tune in to channel 78 from December 24 through December 25.  

Holiday Soul: Classic soul and Motown holiday music from the ‘60s and ‘70s, along with R&B holiday favorites from the 80’s including Aretha Franklin, The Temptations, James Brown, Lou Rawls, Smokey Robinson, Dionne Warwick, The Jackson 5, the Four Tops, The Supremes and more. Available on the SiriusXM app and channel 74 November 8 through December 5.

Holiday Traditions: Traditional holiday songs from the ‘40s through the ‘60s by artists such as Bing Crosby, Andy Williams, Doris Day, Ray Conniff, Ella Fitzgerald and Nat King Cole. Available on the SiriusXM app year-round and channel 71 November 8 through December 26.

Holidays with The Tenors: Hanukkah, Christmas, comedy and more; celebrate the Holidays with The Tenors! Listen as they tell stories about the songs on their new album, Christmas with The Tenors. Plus, they’ve got the best mix of music from friends like Michael Bublé, Jann Arden, Bryan Adams and more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 21 through January 7. 

Holly: Modern holiday hits featuring songs by Mariah Carey, Michael Bublé, Dean Martin, Kelly Clarkson, Pentatonix, Josh Groban, John Legend, Brenda Lee, Train, Gwen Stefani and more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through January 8 and on channel 79 November 8 through December 26.

Jingle Jamz: Jingle Jamz features a mix of R&B and Hip-Hop artists from the 90’s to now, singing and rapping about the holidays! ’Tis the season to be jammin’, with artists like Alicia Keys, Boyz II Men, Mary J. Blige, TLC, Gucci Mane, Mariah Carey, Run-D.M.C., John Legend and more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Jolly Christmas: Upbeat, energetic holiday hits from The Chipmunks and Gene Autry to Mariah Carey and Jose Feliciano. Feel-good sing-along songs, bringing smiles to the season. Available on the SiriusXM app and channel 105 November 8 through December 26. 

Kids Christmas: The soundtrack for the most magical time of year! Welcome the holiday season with songs the whole family will love. From holiday classics to today’s most jingle-jangling tunes: It’s all here on Kid’s Christmas! Rudolph, Santa Claus, and Frosty the Snowman take over the airwaves to delight both kids and kids-at-heart all season long. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26. 

Mannheim Steamroller Radio: Celebrate the holidays with Chip Davis of Mannheim Steamroller featuring their signature blend of symphonic, new age and rock inspired Christmas music. Explore more than three decades of their majestic sounds plus Chip’s groundbreaking Fresh Aire music. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26. 

Navidad: Latin holiday music and traditional sounds, including Ricky Martin, Gloria Estefan, José Feliciano, Tito El Bambino, Marco Antonio Solís and Fania All-Stars. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through January 8. 

New Year’s Nation: New Year’s Nation is curated to serve as your ultimate New Year’s celebration playlist powering your party with the best pop, rhythm, dance and hip-hop hits from across the nation to ring in 2024. Available on the SiriusXM app and channel 79 December 27 through January 3.

Noël Incontournable: Holiday music channel featuring Francophone Christmas classics and contemporary holiday hits from the ‘60s to today with music from Ginette Reno, Bruno Pelletier and Laurence Nerbonne. Available year-round on the SiriusXM app.

Radio Hanukkah: An extensive collection of Hanukkah-themed music, including contemporary, traditional and children’s selections as well as daily reflections and prayers related to the holiday. Available on the SiriusXM app December 6 through December 26. 

Real Jazz Holiday: Bop and swing under the mistletoe with some of the most memorable Christmas classics that make for a “real” jazz holiday!  Hear jazz masters like Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole and the Count Basie Orchestra to today’s stars like Wynton Marsalis, Diana Krall, Samara Joy and Christian McBride. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Rockin’ Xmas: SiriusXM’s Rockin’ Xmas Channel brings you memorable Christmas songs that Rock including hits from AC/DC, Paul McCartney, Bon Jovi, U2, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Eagles, Blink-182 and more. Trim your tree and fill your stockings and ears with Classic Rock, Punk Rock, Hard Rock, Alternative Rock, Hair Metal and Blues Rock…All songs that will rock your holidays. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Sleep Christmas: Drift off to meditative versions of classic Christmas melodies and stay well-rested throughout the holidays with Sleep Christmas. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Smokey’s Holiday Soul Town: Celebrate the season with Smokey Robinson as he plays soulful holiday favorites from the ‘60’s, ‘70’s and ‘80’s. From standards by Etta James and Eartha Kitt to classics from Stevie Wonder and The Temptations – you’ll hear them all in Smokey’s Holiday Soul Town! Available on the SiriusXM app and channel 74 beginning December 6 through December 26.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Radio: ‘Tis the season for the multi-generational holiday tradition Trans-Siberian Orchestra! Dive into the realm where rock music pushes classical’s boundaries, where holiday classics fuse with powerful electric guitars, and where a diverse lineup of vocalists come together to create storytelling like no other. Hear the band’s iconic Christmas discography, exclusive concert recordings, original shows hosted by band members and much more. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

70s/80s Holidays: Sing-along to the biggest and most familiar Christmas and holiday songs from the 1970s & ‘80s. Available on the SiriusXM app November 8 through December 26.

Visit www.siriusxm.com for more.

Kaotikkustomz Wins SiriusXM Prize on The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 248

SHREVEPORT LA (12.04.23) – WTF…Win This Friday. Kaotikkustomz won the SiriusXM prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 248 on Friday morning, December 1st.

The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. The weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel is now spinning in Year 5.

Jer Bohnstedt at KaoTik Kustomz in Syracuse, IN will be receiving the SiriusXM prize.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 248th time on Friday morning December 1st. The Wheel landed on the SiriusXM space and the Kaotikkustomz slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted.

We reached out to the lucky winning retailer in Syracuse IN with the news. We left a voice mail and also sent a message to their Instagram address. More to come on this 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.

12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, AlloyGator, Kenwood, JVC, SD Lighting, Nakamichi, Alphasonik, Race Sport Lighting and Maximum Power. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for the winning 12volt retailer.

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, 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, 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, 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, C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT and The Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT, Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, Electronics Depot Car Audio in Altamonte Springs FL. Car Audio Garage in Pearland TX, Pinnacle Autosound in Lake City FL, J H Audio in Bowling Green VA, The Car Audio Shop StL in High Ridge MO, Anthonys Car Stereo in North Highlands CA, Flynn Audio in Middleton WI, Living Loud Car Audio in Pelham AL, Trail Star Audio in Minnesota, On The Spot Audio in Pennsauken NJ, Animated Car Audio in Essex MD, West Coast Car Audio in Citrus Heights CA, Modified Auto Sound in East Alton IL, Star Car Audio in Hermiston OR, VapeNAudio in Clovis CA, SoundWorks in Millersville MD Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, J A Custom Audio in Houston TX Jose Electronics in North Hills CA,  Sound Proof Car Stereo in Douglasville GA, Auto Additions in Springfield IL, Elite Car Audio in Hollywood CA, Masters Car Stereo in Greenville SC, Audio Plus in Eden NC, Seismic AutoSound in Novato CA, Car Audio Addicts in Pittsburgh PA and AudioKing Tinting in Yakima WA, Arias Tint and Alarms in Duncanville TX, Odeh Car Audio in Gadsden AL, 12volt Specialist in Newark DE, Cutting Edge Audio in San Diego CA, Southern Auto Fab in Lafayette LA, California Sound in Fontana CA, Big Boyz Toyz in Florence SC, 740 Audio in Athens OH and 12volt Outfitters in Hollywood FL., High Quality Auto Sound, Lawrence MA, Custom Car Stereo SC in Spartanburg SC, Zier Box in Dallas TX, Maximum in Manville NJ, Audio Car Stereo in Miami FL, Mach 1 Audio in Washington MO, Doren Car Stereo in Queens Village NY, Side-x-Side Audio in South Charleston WV, Sound Concept in Nanuet NY, Pda Road Gear in Littleton CO and A-Plus Audio and Tinting  Newington CT, Audio Electronics in Indianapolis IN, Tint and Sound in Frederick MD, Tint World Wilmington DE, VIP Autoworks in Mentor OH, All Out Audio in Killeen TX, Yong’s Audio in Indianapolis IN, Custom Audio Concepts in Lima OH, Clear Vibrations in Quakertown PA, The Outlaw Garage in Columbia TN, Xpert Car Audio in Layton UT, No Doubt Window Tint in Ardmore OK, San Diego Car Stereo in San Diego CA, Smart Audio in Lawrence MA, Car Audio One in Chula Vista CA, Audio Excellence in Orlando FL, Ultimate Sounds 1 in Wilmington NC, King Kong Custom Audio in Albuquerque NM. Manny’s Customs in Stockton CA, OD Car Audio in Pasco WA, Car Tunes on Line in Largo FL, INOV8 Audio in Houston TX, Kartel Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT, Pro Auto Sound in Hialeah FL Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Fabulous Auto Alarms in Passaic NJ, Jimmy_Sound_System in Lawrence MA, American Audio Concepts in Houston TX, Arias Tint and Alarm in Duncanville TX, Big Papas Car Audio in Cincinnati OH, Houston Audio Lab in Houston TX, 901 Sound in Memphis TN, Kurtz Car Stereo in Traverse City MI, Sound By Stephen, Music In Motion in Alsip IL, Current Automotive Design in Sparta NJ, Prestige Sounds in Pompano Beach FL, Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Telza Audio in Columbia SC, Limelight Automotive in Webster NY, Victory Lap Auto Restyling East Moline IL, Unique Audio VA in Lorton VA, Builds by Paul in Litchfield AZ, Voodoo Customs in Haltom City TX, Elevated Design in Phoenix AZ, Mobilework/Tintworks in Santa Maria CA, Nappo Car Audio in Houston, Platinum Car Audio in Washington, Ballistic Audiowerks in Smithsburg MD and The Best Guys in Concord CA.

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 249 on Friday, December 8th.