LIBERTYVILLE, IL (11.03.23) – Utilize PRO SOUND anywhere your installation demands with Colossus Mini amplifiers. The call for tighter space in your audio installation/setup can be a burden when you still want PRO POWER or LOUDER sound. Colossus Mini amplifiers are ALL-NEW for 2023 and are the smallest size footprint of Colossus amplifiers from the Hifonics Colossus family. Higher performance meets compact space with Colossus Mini!

A smaller footprint but Colossus PRO SOUND – Colossus Mini amplifiers signify the smallest footprint the Colossus family of amplifiers has to offer but utilize innovative technology to make and create PRO POWER within every audio setup. Get ready to feel your audio come alive with HIGHER POWER and playback within a reinvented, smaller footprint. Demand PRO SOUND anywhere!

Sam Dattalo, Vice President of Sales, said, “If you need more space in your audio installation but want PRO POWER and PRO SOUND from your amplifiers – the ALL-NEW Colossus Mini lineup of amplifiers will take care of everything. Showcasing sound in a smaller heat sink but producing PRO SIZE POWER in every beat and song, audio heard through the Colossus Mini line comes close to the Colossus PRO line of Hifonics amplifiers. I am blown away by the BIGGER and LOUDER SOUND that comes from such a smaller footprint. Get ready to hear your sound go PRO with Colossus Mini amplifiers!”

ABOUT THE COLOSSUS Mini AMPLIFIER LINE —

The Colossus Mini is the perfect amplifier when space is tight, and that installation setup calls for something smaller (but just as mighty as the Colossus PRO in louder sound) with ultimate POWER FROM THE GODSplayback. COMPACT SIZE creates Colossus PRO POWER with the Colossus Mini line of amplifiers. Presenting PRO audio with higher playback of details innovated in a smaller footprint that can fit anywhere your audio installation/setup demands – Colossus Mini amplifiers demonstrate incredible PRO POWER within the smallest size of the Hifonics Colossus family.

A smaller footprint – but utilizing full range Class-D chipsets (including the mono models) – all Colossus Mini amplifiers are compatible with a wide range of drivers, especially pro-style speakers. Colossus Mini amplifiers incorporate a smaller footprint design that enables them to be placed in motorcycles, UTVs, and other automotive vehicles – all while still creating Colossus sound. A high tolerance output device utilizes high output power and thermal dissipation through a proprietary coupling method, making LOUDER sounding playback in every beat, while a mass-loaded extruded aluminum heat sink results in better thermal management and output performance – resulting in HIGHER POWER audio. With fly-cut CNC badging on every Colossus Mini amplifier, the Hifonics and Colossus logo badges are CNC machined aluminum, presenting a sleek and stylish finish to every car audio installation. Embrace PRO SOUND with more space through Colossus Mini!

COLOSSUS Mini FEATURES INCLUDE:

Full Range Class-D – All Colossus Mini amplifiers feature a full range Class-D chipset, including the mono models, making them compatible with a wide range of drivers, especially pro-style speakers.

Compact Design – Small footprint design suites a wide range of applications like motorcycles, UTVs, and automotive vehicles.

High Tolerance Output Device – Ultra-Fi MOSFETS are designed for high output power and thermal dissipation through a proprietary coupling method.

Power Supply – Air core transformer is more effective for higher frequencies and energy loss due to its open-core design.

High-End Preamplifier Circuit – Accepts a wider range of input signals.

RCA Inputs – Nickel-plated RCA jacks create an efficient connection that is corrosion-resistant.

Clean Board Construction – Multi-layer printed circuit boards (PCB) with surface mount components require fewer parts and result in a cleaner design.

Delayed Turn-On Function – Ensures compatibility with a wide range of source units to eliminate unwanted turn-on/off noises (like hisses and pops).

Mass-Loaded Heat Sink – The mass-loaded extruded aluminum heat sink results in better thermal management and output performance – no fan cooling required.

Triple Protection Circuits – Over/under voltage, short circuit, and thermal protection circuits give you peace of mind that your investment (audio system and vehicle) will be protected (under nearly every circumstance).

Fly-Cut CNC Badging- The Hifonics and Colossus logo badges are CNC machined aluminum (giving a sleek and stylish finish).

Bass Remote – The included bass remote allows you to adjust the bass level relative to the setting on the amplifier end panel. The LED indicator light displays green when the amplifier is powered ON and red if the amplifier enters protect.

Alden Stiefel, President of Maxxsonics, mentioned, “The Colossus Mini line of amplifiers has you covered when space runs tight in your vehicle or audio setup. If you want to still receive PRO POWER and SOUND for your Hifonics audio system – the Colossus Mini amplifier line delivers on all of it. A smaller footprint has been reinvented with Colossus PRO technology giving your audio a taste of the Colossus PRO line but repurposed for a smaller footprint within the Colossus Mini. I am very pleased with the development and outcome of this Colossus Mini amplifier line and can’t wait for others to hear the PRO HIGHER POWER sound and playback for themselves.”

Embrace PRO SOUND and POWER in a Mini footprint with Colossus Mini amplifiers. Make sure to contact your sales representative or customer service at 847-540-7700 immediately to secure your order.

Full line details are available on the Hifonics website at https://hifonics.com/.

CHATSWORTH, CA (11.02.23) – CRUX is unveiling 6 new Nissan interfaces during SEMA 2023 in the North Hall of the LVCC. See product details below.

Elevate Your Drive with CRUX’s 6 Brand-New Nissan Radio Interfaces

SWRNS-63ACompatible with 2013-2019 Nissan Vehicles (20 & 16 pin connector)Learn More

SWRNS-63FFor 2019 + Up Nissan Sentra (No Carplay)Learn More

SWRNS-63FCFor 2019 + Up Nissan Sentra (With Carplay)Learn More

SWRNS-63MFor 2015-2016 Nissan Murano (Factory Navigation)Learn More

SWRNS-63NCompatible with 2013-2019 Nissan Vehicles (Factory Navigation)Learn More

SWRNS-63SCompatible with 2013-2019 Nissan Vehicles (32 & 20 pin connector)Learn More

Visit cruxinterfacing.com for more.

DIAMOND BAR, CA (11.02.23) – SEMA Fest, a new two-day festival celebrating motorsports, music and car culture produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), is coming to the Las Vegas Festival Grounds Nov. 3-4.

In addition to two stages featuring 22 musical acts, SEMA Fest attendees will enjoy a variety of unforgettable motorsports entertainment, including demonstrations from Formula DRIFT, Hoonigan, and Nitro Circus.

“The SEMA Show is about preserving and promoting car culture, and instilling that passion for cars in younger, more entertainment-oriented generations,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA Vice President of Events. “SEMA Fest will help us build new audiences that are passionate about the automotive lifestyle.”

The festival is the natural evolution of the passion for all things automotive exemplified at the SEMA Show. The Association started to further highlight and share that passion with the enthusiast public in 2011 with the SEMA Cruise, which evolved in 2014 with SEMA Ignited, the official Friday night after-party for the SEMA Show. Now, it’s evolving again with this new festival format that celebrates the relationship between motorsports, music, and car culture.

Featured attractions include:
World-class drifting demos by Formula DRIFT teams
Extreme motorsports action by Hoonigan
Freestyle motocross and BMX Big Air show from Nitro Circus
Ride with Us – learn-to-ride motorcycle experience
Consumer marketplace with vendors, craft food, and more
E-Gaming experience and competition by NACL
Two festival stages featuring 22 diverse acts over two days showcasing a wide variety of musical genres
Top performing musical acts aren’t the only attraction at SEMA Fest as the Motorsports activities will also be major headliners of the festival over the course of two days. Performances include:

Formula DRIFT
Formula DRIFT provides a series for the best professional drifters from around the globe to compete against each other. As the first official drifting series in North America, Formula DRIFT has taken competitive motorsports to the extreme, attracting drift fans and car enthusiasts from all walks of life, and established itself as the global leader for the sport.

“Formula DRIFT has been involved in drift demos at SEMA for many years, and we’re excited to see it taken to the next level at SEMA Fest, combining some of the most exciting motorsports on the planet with some incredible music acts. It’s certainly going to be an unforgettable weekend,” said Formula DRIFT President Ryan Sage.

Formula DRIFT will have the following drivers smoking tires at SEMA Fest: Rome Charpentier, Forrest Wang, Daniel Stuke, Jeff Jones, Trent Beechum, Blake Olsen, Kasey Kohl and Richard Advani.

Hoonigan
Hoonigan is not only bringing the Burnyard back to the SEMA Show, but they will also be throwing down exclusive live Hoonigan shows at SEMA Fest. Don’t miss the high-adrenaline mix of burning rubber, flying trucks, speeding cars, and breathtaking motorsports action–all headlined by Lia Block and Travis Pastrana. Get ready for a week of tire slaying mayhem with the Hoonigan team.

Nitro Circus
Nitro Circus is bringing its action-packed Freestyle Motocross (FMX) and Bicycle Motocross (BMX) Big Air show featuring stunts and tricks that push riders to their limits to SEMA Fest. Riders performing at SEMA Fest include FMX riders Adam Jones, Jarryd McNeil, Beau Bamburg, Javier Villegas, Keith Sayers, and James Carter; and BMX riders Ryan Williams (BMX and Scooter), Aaron Wheelz Fotheringham (Wheelchair), Andy Buckworth, Kurtis Downs, Casey Ervin and Jared Wiedhour.

SEMA Fest will be held Nov. 3-4, 2023, at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds, an outdoor venue located along the famed Las Vegas Strip on the southwest corner of Sahara Avenue and Las Vegas Boulevard.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.semafest.com.

METAIRIE, LA (11.01.23) – ORACLE Lighting unveils its largest project vehicle to date: a fully-built Stewart & Stevenson M1079 Light Medium Tactical Vehicle (LMTV) global expedition vehicle. Designed to tackle off-grid expeditions and harsh environments, the ultra-capable and EMP-proof bug-out vehicle will also serve as a showcase for ORACLE Lighting products and as a platform for product testing in real-world conditions.

The Stewart & Stevenson M1079 made its debut in the 1980s and was a serious departure from the Army’s previous trucks. Its cab-over design makes it smaller and more maneuverable while still achieving a 2.5-ton payload rating with only two axles, making it less cumbersome than 6×6 options. The LMTV’s smaller dimensions, off-road capability and extreme ruggedness also make it an excellent platform for building a serious expedition vehicle.

“In considering our next project, it was important to our team to have it reflect our passion for outdoor pursuits,” said Justin Hartenstein, ORACLE Lighting’s director of development. “The LMTV hits all the marks by giving us an extremely capable vehicle and a massive canvas to show off our products and serve as a base camp at different events. It makes a big statement wherever it goes, and we thank our team and product sponsors for helping bring it to life.”

The ORACLE Lighting LMTV retains its military underpinnings. Weighing in at over 18,000 lbs, the truck is powered by a 6.6-liter Caterpillar turbo-diesel engine mated to an Allison seven-speed electronic transmission. Massive 46-inch all-terrain tires crawl over almost any obstacle, and the rig is fitted with a central tire inflation system. To ensure the LMTV is ready for anything it might encounter on an expedition, the ORACLE team fitted a Superwinch Tiger Shark 18,000-lb synthetic rope winch, FASS Titanium Signature Series 165 GPH diesel fuel system and a total of six XS Power 100 Ah lithium-ion batteries.

The rig is also fitted with a 1,000-watt solar system, 12-foot power awning and traction boards. A 75 x 52-inch Go Rhino SRM500 roof rack and weather-resistant Pelican BX140R cargo cases add additional storage up top. The entire exterior of the vehicle was refinished and painted Nardo Grey before being wrapped with ORACLE-branded graphics by PG NOLA.

No off-road or off-grid vehicle is complete without auxiliary lighting, and ORACLE has loaded the LMTV with the latest lighting technology. OCULUS 7″ Bi-LED Projector Headlights are mounted in the massive off-road front bumper and Universal Illuminated LED Letter Badges in amber highlight the cab’s custom ORACLE badge. Seven ORACLE 9″ Multifunction 60W Round LED Spotlights are mounted to the cab’s roof rack, while flush-mount 5” 24W Angled LED Scene Light Bars and Multifunction LED Plow Headlightswith heated lenses provide peripheral and rear illumination.

Not originally designed with comfort in mind, the LMTV’s cab has been fitted with Dynamat for sound and vibration deadening and then upholstered for longer treks on or off the pavement. The new interior features distressed leather and Alcantara by Gleen Hebert at Level Up Auto Interiors, completely transforming the driving experience. The EMP-proof box-turned-habitat features custom-built benches that double as sleeping arrangements, custom cabinets, carpeting and a Bluetooth sound system. Interior lighting is provided by ORACLE’s new Plasma™ LED strips.

The ORACLE Lighting LMTV is currently on display at the 2023 SEMA Show in the Overland Experience (Diamond Lot, adjacent to West Hall). Click here for a project overview and to watch build series videos.

For more information on ORACLE Lighting and its complete product line, please visit www.oraclelights.com, call (800) 407-5776 or email info@oraclelights.com.

TEMPE, AZ (11.01.23) – Rockford Fosgate announced the launch of its latest all-inclusive audio kits for select Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator models. Purpose built for not only the elements but also for the demands of the most discerning Jeep enthusiasts, combining expansive performance with refined factory fitment.

Continuing to evolve product offerings and solutions for premium audio systems, the Rockford Fosgate Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator Audio Systems deliver industry leading performance. With both kits featuring two subwoofers, front and overhead coaxial speakers, front tweeter, precisely tuned DSP, and two vehicle specific pre-tuned amplifiers, delivering a total of 1800 watts, ensure that these kits offer best-in-class performance.

“It’s where sound meets adventure, the new Jeep Audio Systems are the natural evolution in our “everything in the box” systems approach, a concept that will deliver us into the future of mobile audio. Providing the best possible sonic experience, with a factory fit and finish, put the all new, all inclusive kits at the apex of our vehicle specific system solutions. We have decades of experience in curating the Rockford Fosgate sonic signature and the Wrangler and Gladiator Jeep systems deliver just that…an experience,” said Zach Luke, VP Sales and Marketing of Rockford Fosgate.

The Rockford Fosgate Jeep Audio Systems are all-in-one audio solutions that are Element-Ready™ with UV protection and designed to stand up to water, salt, and whatever else is thrown its way.

The Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator Systems start at $5,499.99 US MSRP for both model
configurations. A Wrangler OEM premium package replacement trim kit (WRNGLR-TRIM) is also available
for $399.99 US MSRP to return the vacant space to its original finished state. Both systems will be
available for purchase at Authorized Rockford Fosgate Retailers starEng December 1, 2023.

For additional details on Rockford Fosgate’s complete audio solutions, visit rockfordfosgate.com.

HOLLY HILL, FL (10.31.23) – Heise LED Lighting Systems by Metra Electronics will display a new 6 Gang Switch Panel with 3 power levels at this year’s SEMA show. This device makes it easy for installers to integrate lighting into any vehicle. SEMA attendees can see this new product and many more automotive LED accessories from October 31 to November 3 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Heise LED’s new 6 gang switch panel, the HE-SWP6, is durable enough for off-road use and has a narrow footprint for easy installation. Users can connect up to 6 different auxiliary LED lights or electrical devices for easy control. This device is designed to be safe for all connected accessories and is compatible with any switches capable of latching to ground. This switch panel has 10 feet of cable for versatile mounting options throughout the vehicle’s interior, such as the dash panel, center console, or vehicle pillar.

Features:

• Painted aluminum base
• Polycarbonate smoke-tinted cover
• (2) 30A, (2) 20A, and (2) 15A circuits
• Spare fuses included (1 of each)
• Fuse puller included
• DEUTSCH trigger connectors
• #2 Phillips head securing screws included
• Universal applications
• 1-year warranty

Metra’s main SEMA Show booth will be #10539 in the North Hall of the LVCC, and its off-roading and powersports products will be on display at booth #60031 in the West Hall. More product details will be available at HeiseLED.com soon after the show.

LAS VEGAS, NV (10.31.23) – The 2023 SEMA Show is set to be the largest automotive aftermarket trade event to date. The addition of The SEMA FEST is designd to excite and engage enthusiasts and thus further increase car culture. With a reported 2200 exhibitors the 2023 SEMA Show will definitely be a record setting trade show.

The 12volt Central Studios and The 12voltBeat are woking to showcase the mobile electronics segment of the automotive aftermarket industry at the 2023 SEMA Show. 12volt vendors are concentrated in the LVCC North Hall. Setup began for most 12volt exhibitors on Saturday, October 28th and continues Sunday and Monday. The SEMA Show runs Tuesday October 31st through Friday November 3rd.

On Instagram and Facebook @12voltnews the 12volt Central Studios staff are making posts showcasing exhibitor setup acrtivity and will continue making posts throughout the event and beyond. These posts are designed to increase exhibitors’ visibility and encourage dealers, reps and distributors to check out the latest products on display. On Instagam #12vnn_sema2023.

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (10.30.23) – The SEMA Garage will feature its research and testing capabilities during the 2023 SEMA Show in an expanded area in the upper South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. The 6,600-sq.-ft. feature area will allow the SEMA Garage to host real-time testing demonstrations and live calibrations. Attendees can learn from subject-matter experts, exchange knowledge and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) best practices and gain hands-on experience with ADAS tools and equipment.

The new exhibit’s aim is to assist in member education, to improve industry awareness of ADAS systems and their impact on the aftermarket, and to provide marketing and networking opportunities between buyers and sellers. The dedicated space will host a variety of ADAS-related products for examination and review, and live recalibration demonstrations throughout the week will guide attendees through the step-by-step process of integrating ADAS protocols into the workplace.

“The SEMA Garage Area will help Showgoers understand what the SEMA Garages offer and how we can help them bring products to market,” said Mike Mohacsi, SEMA Vice President, Product Development and OEM Relations. “SEMA Garages are on the forefront of research with new ADAS and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards along with EV standards. We are excited to share our research and technology during the SEMA Show.”

Opened last year, SEMA Garage Detroit features a new ADAS Technology Center. Rapid adoption of ADAS features raises new opportunities and challenges for vehicle modifiers. Currently, there is little data available to help anyone modifying an ADAS-equipped vehicle understand the exact degree of risk associated with changes to the vehicle. Ongoing testing and research at the SEMA Garage Detroit ADAS Technology Center seeks to change all that. During the Show, the SEMA Garage Area will perform live calibrations that may be used in the SEMA Garage White Paper on an ADAS-equipped truck.

In the area of emissions compliance, SEMA is dedicated to helping aftermarket manufacturers meet the “reasonable basis” criteria by testing and certifying products so they have the confidence they can legally sell their products. The SEMA Garage team works closely with both the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to understand their policies, namely the EPA’s Tampering Policy. As part of that effort, last year the Association launched SEMA Certified-Emissions, a program designed around the guidance of the EPA’s Tampering Policy to help manufacturers bring their products to market. SEMA assists manufacturers gain SEMA Certified-Emissions to sell their products in 49 States, and also helps interested manufacturers in processing their CARB EOs for sale in California. Demonstrations of the tests will be happening in real-time at the Show.

Additionally, the expanded SEMA Garage area will feature three vehicles, and additional Garage technologies like 3D Scanning and 3D Printing available for member companies.

The 2023 SEMA Show, taking place Oct. 31-Nov. 3 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, is receiving tremendous support from the automotive aftermarket and is forecasted to return to historic levels as one of the most highly anticipated trade shows in the country. The Show is the ultimate business gathering for the multi-billion specialty-automotive industry and is the place to discover the latest products and trends, connect with industry leaders, and network with fellow aftermarket professionals. To learn more and register to attend, visit www.semashow.com or download the official SEMA Show Mobile App.

LAS VEGAS, NV (10.30.23) – The 2023 SEMA Show is set to be the largest automotive aftermarket trade event to date. The addition of The SEMA FEST is designd to excite and engage  enthusiasts and thus further increase car culture. With a reported 2200 exhibitors the 2023 SEMA Show will definitely be a record setting trade show.

The 12volt Central Studios and The 12voltBeat are woking to showcase the mobile electronics segmen of the automotive aftermarket industry at the 2023 SEMA Show. 12volt vendors are concentrated in the LVCC North Hall. Setup began for most 12volt exhibitors on Saturday, October 28th and continues Sunday and Monday. The SEMA Show runs Tuesday October 31st through Friday November 3rd.

On Instagram and Facebook @12voltnews the 12volt Central Studios staff are making posts showcasing exhibitor setup acrtivity and will continue making posts throughout the event and beyond. These posts are designed to increase exhibitors’ visibility and encourage dealers, reps and distributors to check out the latest products on display. On Instagam #12vnn_sema2023.

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OXNARD, CA (10.27.23) – Southern California’s BOSS Audio Systems and West Coast Customs Academy are teaming up to empower the next generation of automotive customization professionals.

West Coast Customs, renowned for its exclusive and high-profile celebrity car builds, has opened its doors to budding automotive industry enthusiasts through the West Coast Customs Academy. As an audio sponsor for the academy, BOSS Audio Systems is excited to bring its extensive product range and expertise to the students’ fingertips.

For over three decades, BOSS Audio Systems has led the car audio industry, delivering over 500 high-quality, affordable, and user-friendly products worldwide. BOSS Audio offers an extensive range of products from full-range speakers and tweeters to subwoofers and multimedia players.

Students will enjoy the unique opportunity to explore every facet of a car build, including painting, electricity, fabrication, upholstery, design, and beyond. With access to BOSS Audio’s product lineup, this partnership will provide West Coast Customs Academy students with the ultimate education in the art of vehicle customization.

“We are thrilled to have BOSS Audio Systems on board as our audio sponsor, providing our students with world-class audio solutions,” says Lorenzo Strong, VP of Sales/Brand Partnerships for West Coast Customs.

The future of vehicle customization education is bright. Stay tuned for exciting developments as the partnership unfolds.

Visit bossaudio.com and westcoastcustoms.com for more.