GRAYSLAKE IL (03.03.22) Patrick Virock joins the Echo Sales team in a dual role as sales manager/ territory manager.  

Virock will help the existing Echo Team across all seven of the states the award winning rep firm covers and will split some account responsibilities in the northern part of the Echo Sales territory.  Among Patrick’s first tasks will be findng an additional inside sales team member and looking for an additional rep to bolster the southern half of the Chicago market.

Echo Sales represents Arc Audio, Alpine, AquaticAV, Elettromedia and VOXX in IL and WI. Alpine, Elettromedia and Arc Audio are in the firm’s bag in IN and KY. Arc Audio, AudioControl, Alpine, Elettromedia and Harman are represented in MN, ND and SD. Echo also represents Arc Audio in OH.

“Patrick spent 8 years with Directed electronics in many rolls.  We are excited to bring his experience to our growing team” Rob Osheaski stated.

DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Mar 3, 2022) – Applications for the 2022 SEMA Show are now available at http://www.semashow.com/buyabooth. The event taking place November 1-4 in Las Vegas is the premier automotive trade event in the world.

Manufacturers of automotive parts and accessories exhibit at the SEMA Show to promote new products, increase brand awareness, generate leads for future orders, build and strengthen relationships through in-person networking, and generate media coverage.

“Nothing compares to the SEMA Show. There’s a unique energy and mystique about the Show that makes it the ideal place for manufacturers to promote their products and raise brand awareness,” said SEMA VP of Events Tom Gattuso. “With buyers and media from all over the world in attendance, exhibitors have unlimited opportunities to engage in meaningful conversations that lead to profitable business partnerships.”

With more than 100,000 professionals in attendance at the 2021 SEMA Show, the event was Las Vegas’ No. 1-attended trade show last year. It also marked the Las Vegas Convention Center’s first full-capacity event since the pandemic. Exhibitors found valuable ROI by participating at the Show, with nearly all participants rating their experience as positive and noting that they plan to return in 2022.

“In-person interactions have greater meaning today than ever before,” said Gattuso. “The ability to communicate face-to-face, witness a live product demonstration, and take a photo with a celebrity is rare. The SEMA Show offers four full days of valuable activity both on and off the Show floor.”

In addition to more than 4.6 million of convention space, the SEMA Show includes interactive experiences, celebrity appearances, unique seminars with dynamic speakers, and unique panel discussions.

Companies may apply for space at the 2022 SEMA Show at http://www.semashow.com/buyabooth. To be included in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, applications must be received by Monday, April 4. For more information, visit http://www.semashow.com.

Seattle, WA, March, 1st, 2022 – AudioControl® (audiocontrol.com) has named Dynamic Sales & Marketing of New Port Richey, Florida as their 2021 Rep of the Year for Mobile Products. Dynamic Sales & Marketing was founded in 2002 and covers the state of Florida with a team of three, including Principal John Schneid (far right) covering the Western portion of the state, JC Iglesias (center) covering the Southeast region and Bruno Maffucci covering Orlando and North-Central Florida.

Honored with this award for the second consecutive year, Dynamic Sales & Marketing has demonstrated a proven formula for success—establish relationships with top dealers in the region and deliver best-in-class products and services from the finest manufacturer partners. “My team and I are very grateful to represent a respected brand such as AudioControl and to be honored with this award,” explained Schneid. “Our achievements in 2021 are the byproduct of hard work and dedication to the task at hand, and our mission is always to be the most knowledgeable sales consultants for the brands we represent—and the best resource for our dealer partners. We are grateful to AudioControl for their commitment to excellence—they have an uncompromising team who deliver innovative solutions and support services that enable dealers to thrive in a challenging market.”

“I want to congratulate John and his team for another exceptional year representing AudioControl mobile products in Florida,” explained Matthew Palumbo, Mobile Audio Sales Manager at AudioControl. “Dynamic has a unique approach to brand representation, and their level of communication with their dealers and vendors is top notch. They have enabled AudioControl to partner with the finest 12-volt specialists throughout the territory, and I anticipate continued growth together in 2022.”

OXNARD, Calif., March 2, 2022 – SSV Works (www.ssvworks.com), the market leader in powersports and off-road audio systems, is proud to announce the expansion of its Kawasaki Teryx KRX1000 audio line with the launch of the new 10-inch subwoofer enclosure. Now available, the KX-PS10 comes available either loaded with a Kicker subwoofer (p/n KX-PS10K; MSRP: $619.99), or unloaded (p/n KX-PS10U; MSRP: $429.99).

“Our custom molded enclosure is designed to be easily installed behind the passenger seat with no cutting required,” explained Trevor Kaplan, SSV Works CEO. “This roto-molded subwoofer enclosure is built with both performance and durability in mind as it simply bolts in and provides the proper airspace required for a 10-inch sub. You will feel the full potential of your subwoofer while hitting the trails. Whether it be mud, dirt, water, or snow, the SSV Works subwoofer enclosure can handle it all.”

Additional features and specifications include:

• Loaded: includes a 800 watt (400w RMS) Kicker Comp RT Subwoofer
• Unloaded: install your own subwoofer
• All mounting hardware included
 
For more information, please visit http://www.SSVWorks.com, call 818-991-1SSV (1778), or email sales@SSVworks.com.

AVON LAKE, OHIO (3-2-2022) – When it’s time to add sound and thermal protection to the inside of your hard-working Mercedes-Benz® cargo vehicle, look no further than the new Sprinter Van Custom Cut Insulation Kit from Design Engineering, Inc.

Available for 2007-current MB Sprinter vans, including long (50401) and short (50400) wheel base Hi Cube models, the custom kits install quickly and easily and provide precise coverage where needed.

“Sprinter Van Custom Cut Insulation Kits take the guesswork out of creating a cool, quiet, comfortable interior in your Sprinter van,” says Mike Buca of DEI. “Each piece is created from 3D scans of Sprinter van interiors and then CNC-cut for a perfect fit for each specific application area.”

The kits include DEI’s 30mm-thick D-Mat insulation material that controls heat and cold while absorbing noise, and additional kits include Boom Mat damping material that eliminates squeaks and rattles, and spray adhesive to complete the installation.

Used for everything from at home RV conversions, family trips and overlanding adventures to commercial contracting work or as a mobile office, Sprinter vans are hitting the roads, campgrounds and trails in record numbers. DEI offers a variety of kits for custom coverage with or without floor pieces, all of which have passed the FMVSS-302 flammability test.

For more information about Sprinter Van Custom Cut Insulation Kits and DEI’s complete line of performance heat and sound control products, visit http://www.DesignEngineering.com.

ARLOW, FL (03.01.22) DS18 was onsite again this year as an event sponsor and had a major presence on the event grounds that included over 5000 Jeeps. On Saturday the line was so long it took 3 hours to get into the site. DS18 also had a strong presence in downtown Barlow for the evening activities.

Rob Ferro, MR DS18 headed the company’s crew on site. “The new DS18 trailer, with office area and live display inside, was at this event for the first time. New product displays were placed outside plus we had over a half dozen demo vehicles set up for enthusiasts to experience a live demos to let all know at DS18 “We Like It Loud” he related.

In addition there were number of Jeeps loaded with DS18 on site that enthusiasts drove to the Jeepin’ With Sheriff Judd for a great time.

Martin Pineda, M2 Audio and Accessories, traveled from Orlando with a crew and set up a tent with stacks of products for Jeepers to buy on site. “It was such a great event. We made a lot of sales of DS18 products and it was so cool for enthusiasts to see all the new products DS18 is offering for Jeepers.”

In the evening the downtown area was alive as Jeep enthusiast’s rides were parked on both sides of the street. There was a Show and Shine event downtown and Mr DS18’s Exotica received a 2nd place trophy.

For more see ds18.com

LAS VEGAS, NV—Nakamichi Car Audio wrapped up a successful KnowledgeFest February 18-20 In Las Vegas.  Thursday evening the Diplomat Trading group got a head start on the 3-day event by hosting a dinner with the Oakland, CA sales team from AM Merchandising. 

Friday was the opening of the show floor with Beer and Business. Friday’s “meet and greet” was a big hit and Nakamichi served up Sapporo Japanese branded beer to those in attendance.

Additional meetings with reps and customers took place in the booth or at various venues at the South Point Casino on Saturday and Sunday.

“We met with a number our sales reps and customers from all over the country”, commented Robin McNeal National Sales Manager for Nakamichi Car Audio. “It was great to see so many familiar faces from around the industry—many of which I had not seen for a several years”. Existing and potential Nakamichi customers were on hand from coast to coast including CA, FL, OH, TX, OR, WA and HI.

For additional information on Nakamichi Car Audio visit www.nakamichicaraudio.com

Long Beach, Calif., Mar. 1, 2022 KENWOOD USA is pleased to announce that Dean Beyett and Fernando Lopez of Five Star will be joining them to present on “The Modern Deck and Four” during their training class at the Mastertech Expo in Mesa, AZ on Monday, March 7th @ 7:00 PM.

KENWOOD will kick off the training with a 2-part series, followed by Beyett and Lopez conducting part 3:

Part 1: No Need For Dash Cutting! – Keep your vehicle’s original look and still improve the sound.

Part 2: Why KENWOOD’s NEW Motorsports Action Camera System will ensure you never miss a moment.

Part 3: The old days of basic car stereo upgrades are over… or are they? Learn how to optimize your listening experience with this “Front Stage Upgrade” experience.

KENWOOD will also have a booth presence both indoors and outdoors with multiple demo vehicles installed with the latest KENWOOD products. Beyett and Lopez will be in the booth conducting additional training along with KENWOOD team members during the expo floor hours March 7th -9th .

“Education and interaction with products are crucial to fully understanding and being able to offer the best experience to our customers,” said Mike Roberts, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for KENWOOD USA’s car electronics sector. “By partnering with the Five Star team, attendees will gain an additional perspective with real-world techniques on how to provide the best in service and installation.”

Information on KENWOOD products can be found here: http://www.kenwood.com/usa/car.

Information on the Mastertech Expo can be found here: https://www.mastertechexpo.com/

SHREVEPORT LA (02.26.22)  WTF…Win This Friday. Arias Tint and Alarms won the JVC  prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 167 on Friday morning, February 25th.

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 4.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 167th time on Friday morning February 25th. The Wheel landed on the JVC space and the Arias Tint and Alarms 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 Arias Tint and Alarms in Duncanville TX and left congratulations on their Instagram message. A JVC Wireless Charging Magnetic Car Mount will be sent their way. 

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, AIS, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, JBL, Kenwood, Power Acoustik, JVC and USASpec. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a 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 and Tinting in Yakima WA. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, March 4th.

SHREVEPORT LA (02.19.22) WTF…Win This Friday. Audio King and Tinting won the Alphasonik prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 166 on Friday morning, February 18th.

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 has now rolled into Year 4.

The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 166th time on Friday morning February 18th. The Wheel landed on the Alphasonik space and the Audio King and Tinting 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 Audio King and Tinting in Yakima WA. Erick Jimenez came to the phone and was very happy to hear the news in person. The store had already seen and liked their post on Instagram a couple hours earlier. Erick said a pair of Alphasonik subs would be great. We will let Edgar Cedeno know and the subs will be sent from the Alphasonik warehouse in Los Angeles.

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, AIS, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, JBL, Kenwood, Power Acoustik, JVC and USASpec. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a 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 and Car Audio Addicts in Pittsburgh PA. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, February 25th.