The 400-Mile Legends Rally Event Will Take Place in Baja From Oct. 4-8

TEMPE, Ariz. – September 18, 2018 – For the second time in 2018, Rockford Fosgate (www.rockfordfosgate.com), the industry leader in high-performance audio systems, has joined The Legends Rally as supporting sponsor, this time for the October 4-8 400-mile Sea to Sky journey through Baja.

“We are excited to head down south once again for a few days of riding in Baja!” said Tammy Lowe, Rockford Corp. Director of Marketing. “Earlier this year we sponsored the Legends Rally and it was a terrific success. It’s great that our support of UTV Underground now extends to its own consumer events such as The Legends Rally, and we’re happy to continue our participation.”

This time, Rockford Fosgate staff will be taking along fellow fanatics Heath Pinter and Del “Delmo Speed” Uschenko on the three-day off-road adventure through the beautiful Baja terrain.

“I’m honored to be teaming up with Rockford Fosgate on this year’s Legends Rally,” said Pinter, BMX freestyle rider and Harley-Davidson® enthusiast. “This is going to be a good one.” 

Beginning in the coastal city Ensenada, riders will traverse some of the most iconic and heavily raced roads in Baja as they wind down the coast to reach Bahia San Quintin and then up through the Sierra San Pedro Martir Mountains. Along the way they’ll enjoy picturesque scenery, amazing meals, and the comradery of seasoned off-road racers and industry leaders.

Added Uschenko, custom truck builder, “Beautiful Baja, turbo Razors, great food? Count me in for the Legends Rally sponsored by my friends at Rockford Fosgate.”

Rockford Fosgate provides a full line of multi-stage kits for off-road vehicles including Polaris, Can-Am, and Yamaha models. All kits are designed to provide high performance audio for the backcountry and twisted trails while out in the elements. Rockford keeps the installation simple by offering incredibly efficient plug-and-play kits designed to fit factory locations perfectly by utilizing precise 3D scanning so there is no loss of storage or cabin space.

For more information on The Legends Rally Sea to Sky event, please click here.

For more information on Rockford Fosgate, please visit www.rockfordfosgate.com.

Setting the standard for excellence in the audio industry, the Rockford Corporation markets and distributes high-performance audio systems for the mobile, motorsport, and marine audio aftermarket and OEM market.  Headquartered in Tempe, Ariz., Rockford Corporation is a publicly traded company and manufactures or distributes its products under multiple brands: Rockford Fosgate(R), CrimeStopper, and Renegade. For more information, please visit: www.rockfordfosgate.com, www.crimestopper.com, and www.renegadecaraudio.com.

September 19, 2018 -- 12-volt industry veteran Jared Bahley has joined the Actionlink Sony Car Audio team as a Field Support Specialist to further improve their ability to support retailers and distributors that sell Sony Car Audio products. Jared will work directly with Richard Wong to travel and assist with these efforts.

Bahley has held many different positions in his 20-year career, and the experience he has gained while serving as a vehicle technician, store manager and owner, project vehicle builder, and manufacturer’s rep will give him the ability to effectively help retailers. Just like the rest of the team, Jared has experienced nearly every part of the 12-volt industry himself, and this knowledge benefits Sony retailers because it is legitimate experience they can relate to and use to improve their business.

“As a long-time Sony fan, being able to work with this top-rated team is a huge opportunity," Bahley said. “With Sony having just won 2018 Vendor of the Year and Top Vendor in Autosound & Processing in the Mobile Electronics Industry Awards, the timing is great, and I’m anxious to help the team get even better.”

“Adding Jared to our team gives us another set of boots on the ground that can increase our effective retailer response time and service. Our distributors will benefit from having added resources on our team to assist with routine items, and this will free some of our existing resources to allow us to get even better at what we do,” added Anthony Tozzi, the Distribution Sales Manager, who leads the Actionlink team.

Sony Car Audio has seen great success over the last two years because of its hands-on, grass-roots approach to doing business right. Sony leads the industry in MAP pricing protection, and retailers have found huge success by increasing the Sony product assortment in their stores because of its profitability. Sony’s dedicated 12-volt tech line (855-SONY-12V) is handled by experts not only in Sony products, but also in-vehicle application, and the dedicated Sony Retailer Facebook group allows fast access to help and creative ideas.

Sony Car Audio and its 12-volt team will be at the SEMA Show in the North Hall at Booth #12053 highlighting the launch of their new XAV-AX210 Car Play / Android Auto head unit with iDatalink Maestro compatibility. Jared Bahley can be reached directly at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 480-737-5499, and Anthony Tozzi can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 201-400-7833.

Seasoned Executive to Drive Rapid Growth at Alcohol Detection Systems (ADS) Business Unit

VISTA, Calif. (September 17, 2018) – Directed, a leader in aftermarket automotive electronics, today announced that Jason Bertellotti has joined the company as Senior Vice President and General Manager of its Ignition Interlock Device (IID) business. He will report to Bob Struble, Directed CEO.

“Directed purchased ADS in January because we are committed to the mission of saving lives and believe that by bringing our leading product design, technical service, and distribution capabilities to the IID market, we will rapidly expand the business,” said Mr. Struble. “Jason has an extensive track record of driving hyper-growth and is the right leader to drive our aggressive IID expansion plans. I’m particularly pleased that in selling to the automotive industry, he has spent a lot of time with folks who spend their working hours under hoods and dashes. IIDs are primarily installed by mobile electronics retailers and auto service shops, and we are excited to bring this new business opportunity to our longstanding partners.”

Bertellotti comes to Directed from AuptiX, a high-growth San Diego-based startup working to disrupt the B2B freight industry. As Vice President of Sales, Bertellotti built a sales strategy and organization that drove rapid revenue and customer growth. Previously, he held various senior sales and product management positions at Mitchell International, including SVP Sales and Service. Mitchell provides products, services and data to the automotive service and repair industries. Mr. Bertellotti earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UCLA and his MBA from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California.

“I’m thrilled with the opportunity to lead Directed’s IID business,” Mr. Bertellotti added. “Directed has targeted the business for rapid growth, and I’m excited to work with the ADS team to make that happen. I’m looking forward to working alongside Bob and his executive team as we build upon Directed’s leadership position in Remote Start and Security and leverage Directed’s extensive capabilities to bring innovation and growth to the IID industry.”

Mr. Bertellotti will be based out of Directed’s Vista, Calif. office.

Directed is a world leader in automotive electronics, the largest North American designer and marketer of consumer-branded vehicle security and remote start systems, and a pioneer in the connected car space. Its products connect more consumers to their vehicles than anyone else on the planet. Directed markets its broad portfolio (sold under Viper®, Clifford®, Python®, Autostart®, Astrostart® and other brands) through leading national retailers and specialty chains. For more information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

September 17, 2018 -- VAIS Technology has released new satellite radio integrated solutions specifically designed for 2019 Toyota, GM, Honda and Subaru models. This solution allows owners of these 2019 models to add SiriusXM® satellite radio to their existing factory stereo, without compromising functionality.

“Since 2003, VAIS Technology have been developing satellite radio adapters for vehicles that aren’t equipped from the factory with SiriusXM® tuners,” said Dennis Hopper, Vice President of Sales. “While satellite radio is more popular than ever, many new OEM vehicles still don’t come equipped from the factory with satellite tuners. In 2019 KIA now has deleted options of satellite radio. Our company develops simple, easy to install integrated solutions that add satellite radio, but preserve factory functions.”

The new 2019 integration kits provide coverage for Toyota (GSR-TY51 & 52), GM (GSR-GM03), Honda (GSR-HD02) and Subaru (GSR-SB02) vehicles. Also, all these models are compatible with the GSR-U01 (universal unit) which can be flashed using online software.

This adapter connects directly to the original factory radio and allows the vehicle owner to listen to satellite radio through the existing factory system. The VAIS integrated solution also allows for full control of satellite radio functions-- changing stations, setting presets, steering wheel functions, etc.

To learn more about the new, GSR-TY51&52, GSR-GM03, GSR-HD02, GSR-SB02,and GSR-UV01 from VAIS Technology, visit http://www.vaistech.com

September 18th, 2018 - SEATTLE, Wash. – Firstech, makers of Compustar, Arctic Start, NuStart, and DroneMobile, has opened registration for its annual “Drive for Coats” campaign for dealers. Firstech’s Drive for Coats campaign is an effort to collect new and gently used coats throughout winter to donate to those in need across North America.

Firstech first launched “Drive for Coats” in 2017, when the company partnered with One Warm Coat, a national coat drive organization. In the campaign’s inaugural run, Firstech dealers collected over 6,000 coats – all of which were distributed by local charities vetted by One Warm Coat. Participating retailers include Mobile Edge of Lehighton, Pa. Mobile Edge has promoted coat drives campaigns similar to Drive for Coats for nearly a decade, generating hundreds of coat donations and a great deal of positive and free press in the process.

“Drive for Coats is a tool for empowering 12-volt retailers to partner with their communities and to improve their business’s visibility in local markets,” said Firstech’s marketing director, Justin Lee. “We at Firstech believe that Drive for Coats is a win-win-win for our dealers, their customers, and their communities. We hope to double, if not triple, last year’s number of coats collected by the end of the year.”

Registration for Firstech’s Drive for Coats opens on September 18th and closes on October 1st, 2018. Retailers can register by visiting www.compustar.com/coats/dealers. Upon registration, retailers will receive free in-store and social marketing kits developed by Firstech and 1sixty8media, a digital marketing company that focuses primarily on helping 12-volt retailers. Drive for Coats will be launched to the public on October 1st, 2018.

California -- September 17, 2018 -- Reviver Auto, a Silicon Valley startup, and creators of the World’s First Digital License Plate, the Rplate Pro, announced their partnership with Al & Ed’s AutoSound, the longest-running mobile electronics retail retailer.

“Al & Ed's is very pleased to represent the Rplate Pro as part of our extensive mobile electronics product mix," said John Haynes, General Manager of Al & Ed's Autosound. "Al & Ed's has always been a leader in bringing new products to market, and the Rplate Pro is a very cool, high-tech product that fits right in to our marketing strategies. We love the fact that it is not just a cosmetic upgrade, but also offers our clients the ability to get out of the DMV rabbit hole!"

Reviver Auto just launched their ground-breaking product in June, and already has 1,200 plates on the road. Rplate Pro replaces the 125-year old stamped metal plate with a sleek, digital, E Ink display, enabling users to automatically renew DMV registration, view the vehicle’s telematics, and customize look of their plate. Rplate Pro is road-ready and approved in California, Texas, Arizona and Florida.

Founded in 1954, Al & Ed's Autosound serves the Southern California market with their 15 locations. They offer a wide variety of top-tier mobile electronics, vehicle restyling, and first-class installation.

Montreal, Canada -- September 17, 2018 -- Fortin is pleased to announce the release of its new FlashLink Manager Mobile for iOS and Android. 

Fortin FlashLink Mobile App works with the FlashLink Mobile Bluetooth®device (sold separately) in order to detect and setup a Fortin remote starter or bypass module. The app allows the user to select a specific vehicle and a firmware version, change options settings, process DCryptor jobs, access installation guides as well as multiple built-in or external technical support tools. The Bluetooth®device works with both iOS and Android platforms.

The apps allow installers to easily:

- Update Fortin module firmwares

- Customize installation options

- Load vehicle's specific suggested options

- Process OEM-Key decryptions with DCryptor Technology

- View and filter installation specific installation guides

Click here to learn more about theFlashLinkMobile.

Download the iOS app here.

Download the Android app here.

Fortin Electronic Systems is a world leading developer and manufacturer of integrated consumer solutions for vehicle control and connectivity.

Visit Fortin.ca to discover more remote starter, immobilizer bypass and security system solutions.

(Dallas, Texas)— September 17, 2018 —Quad State Distribution-Dallas (QSD), a mobile electronics distributor located in Dallas, Texas, announces the addition of Anita Graham to its staff. Graham has 15 years of experience in the 12-volt industry.

Graham’s mobile electronics career began in 2003, at a time when she was focused on providing for her young daughters. She did not have any experience when she was hired, but learned quickly and has experienced much success. Throughout the years, Anita has grown to love this industry, and has built many relationships with her customers and coworkers.

“After all these years, it is safe to say that I love what I do,” Graham said.

Anita will provide customer service for QSD, utilizing her years of working with manufacturers, as well as wholesale and retail customers. She will be a primary contact for order placement and tracking, as well as daily communication and office management.

“Anita sets a very high standard for customer service, and we are excited to have her on our team at QSD,” said Tracy Farr, QSD’s Managing Partner. “Her work ethic matches our desire to provide outstanding customer service and class leading products for our customers.”

During her career, Anita’s two daughters have grown into adulthood, and she is grateful for all that her career in the mobile electronics industry provided for her family. And now, she also gets to enjoy her five grandchildren.

“I am grateful for this opportunity to work, alongside Tracy Farr, for QSD, and continue my career in mobile electronics. I’ll do my best to provide outstanding customer service,” Graham said. “Plus, I am bilingual, so I can also assist our Spanish-speaking customers.”

QSD-Dallas is the premier mobile electronics distributor, located in Dallas, providing a large selection of 12-volt products and accessories to retailers. For more information about QSD’s product offering go to www.qsddallas.com or call (469) 687-2495 and speak to Anita or Tracy.

Holly Hill, FL – September 13, 2018 – Metra Electronics®, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket automotive solutions, introduces the new TE-STM98 by iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems®. This kit includes a live video streaming rearview mirror monitor, backup camera, forward-facing camera, and HD DVR to provide a high-tech safety upgrade that improves driver visibility. Additional convenience features include an integrated compass and clock, built-in speaker for DVR playback and a reverse trigger for the backup visual.

High-Quality Rearview Mirror with 9.8-Inch Built-in Monitor and Forward-Facing Camera - The rearview mirror provides the driver peace of mind by giving them the exact same view they would have as if they were standing outside of the vehicle. At 60 frames per second, the full-sized touchscreen monitor provides a fluid visual with almost no lag, thanks to the LVDS signal. The built-in forward-facing camera has a 170-degree view with 1080p resolution.

Rearview Camera - The kit includes a dedicated 1080p HD rearview camera with a 130-degree viewing angle. This outside mounted camera increases the field of vision by an estimated 300 percent over traditional rearview mirrors.

1080p HD DVR - The DVR can automatically record both the forward-facing and rearview camera simultaneously while driving. It also offers a menu option to start and record any activity (forward and rear) for the amount of time selected by the user. While this DVR supports up to 64GB of storage on a Micro-SD card (sold separately), it is also equipped with a G-sensor that activates in the event of a collision to lock in the recording, preserving potentially vital video evidence of the accident. The built-in GPS antenna also provides a DVR timestamp for additionally critical video evidence.

Installation Accessories - A universal footprint mount is included to allow an easy and seamless install. (Use the TE-M06 to work with other vehicle applications, sold separately. Vehicle-specific options are available for Ford, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Toyota, Kia, Subaru, VW, Mercedes, Fiat, Iveco, and Peugeot.)

This TE-STM98 is now shipping, visit iBeamUSA.com for additional details.

TE-STM98 Specifications

• Replacement mirror with 9.8-inch touchscreen built-in monitor
• 1080p HD DVR recording
• Integrated compass with clock
• Real-time rearview visual at a 130-degree viewing angle
• Built-in speaker for DVR playback
• Universal footprint mount included (if the vehicle does not have a universal footprint, installers need to use the TE-M06, sold separately)
• 1080p HD rearview camera included
• Reverse trigger for backup visual
• GPS antenna for DVR timestamp
• Allows up to a 64GB SD card (TE-16SD available, sold separately)
• 60 fps LVDS digital signal at the rear camera for less lag and a fluid visual

At Metra, 12-volt installation and integration is our passion. We strive to continuously offer the highest quality products to meet the fluctuating technological challenges of the automotive world. We actively listen to our customers’ requests and invest resources into developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make more dash kits for the most vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for more than 72 years. Our other brands include: Axxess®, T-Spec®, The Install Bay®, Heise LED Lighting Systems®, iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems®, Shuriken High Performance Batteries®, Raptor®, Ballistic®, AmmoTenna®, Metra PowerSports®, and Metra Marine®. Metra’s expertise in connectivity solutions is also applied to its division of premium home theater and surveillance products, Metra Home Theater Group®. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 800.221-0932.

Rockford Fosgate Staff Was on Hand at House of Harley Equipping Newly Released 2019 Harley-Davidson® Models with Rockford Fosgate Audio Systems

TEMPE, Ariz. – September 12, 2018 – Harley-Davidson® sure knows how to throw a party.

Rockford Fosgate (www.rockfordfosgate.com), the industry leader in high-performance audio systems, proudly supported House of Harley in Milwaukee, Wis. during Harley-Davidson®'s 115th Anniversary Celebration August 28 - September 2, 2018. 

Motorcyclists enjoyed festivities around the Milwaukee area for the five-day celebration. Starting with a carnival like atmosphere on the shores of Lake Michigan to the legendary exhibits at the Harley-Davidson Museum, the celebration extended to factory tours and out to local dealerships including the party at House of Harley.

“The Harley-Davidson® rider community has really welcomed Rockford Fosgate into the fold, and so we could not wait to help them celebrate Harley-Davidson’s® 115 years as the industry leader,” said Greg Cobbs, Rockford Fosgate regional sales manager. “At House of Harley, the crowds enjoyed live entertainment, browsing the selection of new motorcycles and, of course, test driving Rockford Fosgate audio systems designed specifically for Harley-Davidson®. Our staff was on-site to lend a hand as technicians equipped newly released 2019 Harley-Davidson® models with Rockford Fosgate front audio and bag lid audio systems.”

Rockford Fosgate recently announced that the new Power Series TMS57 bag lid audio speakers are now available. Specifically designed for Harley-Davidson® factory equipped with BOOM!™ Audio & BOOM!™ Audio Stage-1, the 5x7-inch 100/200-Watt (RMS/Peak) speakers are now shipping with a retail price of $299.99. The new Element Ready, purpose-builtbag lid speaker upgrade solution has been designed for the often harsh environments motorcycles are subject to out on the open road.

For more information on Rockford Fosgate, please visit www.rockfordfosgate.com.

Setting the standard for excellence in the audio industry, the Rockford Corporation markets and distributes high-performance audio systems for the mobile, motorsport, and marine audio aftermarket and OEM market.  Headquartered in Tempe, Ariz., Rockford Corporation is a publicly traded company and manufactures or distributes its products under multiple brands: Rockford Fosgate(R), CrimeStopper, and Renegade. For more information, please visit: www.rockfordfosgate.com, www.crimestopper.com, and www.renegadecaraudio.com.

Minimum Advertised Price Policy Targets Online Sellers

Solon, Ohio – September 11, 2018 -- Cleveland-based audio equipment and accessories manufacturer, American Bass USA, has implemented a minimum advertised price (MAP) policy to address the unauthorized sale of American Bass products on e-commerce sites such as Amazon and eBay.

American Bass adopted the policy after learning American Bass equipment and accessories were being promoted by online sellers at prices below the minimum price the company determined to be fair to its dealers, distributors and customers.

"These practices are in direct violation of the agreements we have in place with our sellers," said Gurwin Ahuja, Vice President. "We take these matters seriously since selling below MAP undercuts our dealers’ and distributors' prices, making it difficult for them to successfully compete in the marketplace."

The implementation of the new policy has resulted in a 64 percent decline in products being sold below MAP price since the beginning of the year. "We're pleased to see these results,” Ahuja said. “American Bass is committed to the success of our distributors and dealers, so we will continue to aggressively address these issues as they arise."

STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® will bring a truckload of fun to the Sand Sports Super Show, the largest show of its kind in the world showcasing dune and dirt sports. The Orange County Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa, Calif., plays host to the event Sept. 14-16.

New to the KICKER mix at this year’s show, longtime KICKER freestyler and X Games gold-medalist Colten Moore will be signing autographs at the XRV (Xtreme Recreational Vehicle) from 2-3 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Moore wrote the 2016 autobiography Chasing the Sky, which was nominated for an ESPN Award in the field of Literary Sports Writing.

KICKER’s 83-foot, XRV rolling showroom displays the complete line of KICKER audio gear and houses the 20,000-watt “Boom Room” with a wall full of 15-inch, L7® subwoofers for fans to experience and enjoy. Consumers will find the XRV at booth OS-1016, by the East Entrance of the show.

Five demo vehicles loaded with KICKER gear with accompany the XRV at this year’s Sand Sports Super Show. The KICKER Polaris® RZR® is equipped with a Phase 5 KICKER/SSV Works™ plug-and-play audio kit that includes an SSV Works receiver, a pair of compact KICKER PX-Series amplifiers, stealth subwoofer loaded enclosure and two pairs of speakers. In addition to four custom UTVs, the MaxTrac Suspension™ Chevy® 1500 LT will also be in the KICKER XRV area. The SEMA-quality Silverado® features KICKER KX-Series amplifiers, speakers and a thin-mount CompRT® subwoofer in a custom enclosure.

Also new this year, KICKER will be giving away one Bullfrog BF100 Bluetooth Speaker every day. Show-goers that sign up will be automatically entered for the giveaway. The waterproof speaker is designed to be loud, durable and convenient with a built-in speakerphone and charging USB port.

KICKER will display a strong partner presence outside of the booth as well. SSV Works™ (booth OS-708) will have KICKER-equipped UTVs and audio products for purchase on hand, as will Gatorwraps™ (located next to the XRV). KICKER authorized retailers UTV Stereo (booth OS-158, Gilbert, Ariz.), Temecula Motorsports (booth 18-300, Murrieta, Calif.), West Coast UTVS (booth OS-5075, Temecula, Calif.) and Bert’s Mega Mall (booth 15-101, Covina, Calif.) will be offering KICKER audio gear for purchase on-site during the Super Show.

For more info, consumers can visit www.sandsportssupershow.com.

KICKER Performance Audio products, a division of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.®, are available for the mobile and home audio aftermarket at authorized retailers worldwide, and also as Original Equipment for automobile manufacturers. Consumers seeking more information on KICKER or Livin’ Loud® may call the Consumer Information Line at 1-800-256-5425 or visit the brand website at www.kicker.com. Follow KICKER socially at Facebook.com/kickeraudio, Twitter.com/kickeraudio, Instagram.com/kickeraudio, or Pinterest.com/kickeraudio.

New Audio Adaptor Cables Designed for Use with Polaris Vehicles Equipped with Ride Command

TEMPE, Ariz. – September 10, 2018 – Audio fanatics who drive a Polaris® RZR, Ranger, or General equipped with Ride Command can now easily add a Rockford Fosgate audio system to their vehicle.

Rockford Fosgate (www.rockfordfosgate.com), the industry leader in high-performance audio systems, is proud to announce the launch of its new Ride Command Audio Cable (RFPOL-RC34) designed to connect Rockford Fosgate amplifiers with a factory Polaris Ride Command source unit. The two-part harness taps both front/rear signal and subwoofer signal from the Ride Command unit and delivers them via an Element Ready plug to mono-block and 4-channel amplifiers in either the Punch PBR or Power TM product lines.

“With the popularity of our SXS audio kits growing so rapidly, we knew that we had to offer a solution for those people with Ride Command in their vehicles,” explained Jake Braaten, Rockford Vice President of New Product Development and Engineering. “This set of adapter cables gives them the option to integrate our Rockford Fosgate vehicle specific audio solutions with either their factory equipped Ride Command or upgrade to a Rockford premium PMX source unit.”

Specifications and features include:

RFPOL-RC34 (MSRP $49.99):

• Designed for RZR, RANGER, and GENERAL equipped with Ride Command
• Retains factory Polaris Ride Command as source unit
• Utilizes built-in crossovers from Ride Command (100 Hz HP & 100 Hz LP)
• Harness plugs exclusively in to compact Punch and Power amps (mono / 4ch)
• Includes custom wiring cables for both front/rear amp & subwoofer amp
• Includes remote-out to turn-on Rockford Fosgate amplifiers
  For more information on the new Ride Command Audio Adaptor Cables, please visit rockfordfosgate.com.

Setting the standard for excellence in the audio industry, the Rockford Corporation markets and distributes high-performance audio systems for the mobile, motorsport, and marine audio aftermarket and OEM market.  Headquartered in Tempe, Ariz., Rockford Corporation is a publicly traded company and manufactures or distributes its products under multiple brands: Rockford Fosgate(R), CrimeStopper, and Renegade. For more information, please visit: www.rockfordfosgate.com, www.crimestopper.com, and www.renegadecaraudio.com.

Latest collaboration with Mobile Solutions to target advanced-level fabricators and technicians

CAMARILLO, CALIF., September 10, 2018 (MEDIAWIRE) –Orca Design and Manufacturing, in conjunction with installation training facility Mobile Solutions, will sponsor an advanced-level training in its final session of 2018, October 5-9. "Orca Elite" will welcome a select group of technicians from qualifying authorized Orca retailers who have attended at least one of the previous sessions. The purpose of Orca Elite is to provide an enhanced level of fabrication training intended for highly experienced fabricators.

Orca has held four sponsored sessions to date, all at the Mobile Solutions headquarters in Tempe, Ariz. Orca pays for class admission and accommodations for the duration, and supplies equipment and components used in the class vehicle project builds. Attendees leave with a completed class project showcasing their skill, as well as knowledge that leads to higher quality work and more efficient job performance.

In addition to Mobile Solutions President and Lead Fabricator Bryan Schmitt, class instructors for the Orca Elite session include four Installers of the Year: Tom Miller, Chris Pate, Matt Schaffer and Juan Torres. Joining them will be current and multi-time Top 12 Installer Sage Weir. Among other activities, the instructors will split attendees into two teams. Each will build a premium subwoofer enclosure to complement the tower speakers that were built during last year’s competition. The projects, as well as past project vehicles, will be shown at the upcoming KnowledgeFest show and education conference in Long Beach, Calif., February 23-25 at the Long Beach Convention Center.

"When we started the partnership with Mobile Solutions, our goal was to raise the skill level of our dealers so they could represent and install our products with confidence and creativity," said Nalaka Adikari, sales director for Orca. "So far we've had four sessions and we have already seen vast improvements in the work and self-esteem of the attendees, so we consider this collaboration a successful investment. In this final session of the year we will cater to those who have achieved a higher level of expertise and go beyond everything we've taught before."

Invitees will be notified individually. For more information, contact your authorized Orca sales representative.

Based in Southern California for more than 30 years, Orca is a multi-faceted supplier of premium audio brands and components. Orca is the sole U.S. importer and distributor for Focal mobile audio and Gladen-Mosconi. With in-house design, engineering and manufacturing capabilities, Orca also produces quality products including Blackhole damping materials, Raven pure ribbon tweeters for pro audio applications, and Illusion Audio reference car speakers and subwoofers. For more information, visit our website at orcadesign.com.

Oklahoma City, Okla., September 7, 2018 -- DD Audio’s upgraded line of integration products is now shipping to authorized dealers worldwide.

The SC4 (4 channel) and SC6 (6 channel) line output signal converters represent quality and value second to none. They include all the must have features needed to create a high quality signal path to aftermarket amplification without modding OEM equipment like: input summing, signal sense turn-on, independent variable gains, differential-balanced inputs, and selectable ground isolation.

These pieces were designed to provide many years of trouble free operation by utilizing durable aluminum chassis, detachable power and speaker input terminals, and FR4 Printed Circuit Boards.

Additional features like the double power supply, 10v RCA outputs and OEM load detect compatibility demonstrate DD Audio’s commitment to consistently improve and expand on the product lines that assist installers.

The 360-degree automotive security camera that inspired early adopters and won SEMA’s Best New Mobile Electronics Award is now available with high-speed 4G LTE connectivity

Cambridge, MA (September 5, 2018) – Waylens, Inc. announced today that is has partnered with Best Buy to bring the Secure360 line to market this fall. Best Buy currently offers the Waylens Horizon and Secure360 Wi-Fi on their website and will roll out both versions of the Secure360 to their stores this fall. “Best Buy has done a great job in showcasing leading technology for the home and is doing the same for the automotive category. We’re excited to be part of their automotive initiatives,” said Tim Coomer, Waylens’ President.

The availability of the much-anticipated Secure360 4G dash camera that captures everything going on in and around the car, even when parked, is here. The first and only consumer automotive camera to utilize 360-degree imaging technology, the Secure360 connects to the Waylens Secure App, putting in the palms of drivers’ hands the power to know, show and protect what’s important in real-time from any location.

KNOW what’s happening in and around the car: now via live smartphone alerts.

SHOW evidence of accidents, theft and other events: now uploaded automatically to the cloud.

PROTECT drivers from threats and misinformation: now with real-time information.

The first-place winner of SEMA’s 2017 Best New Mobile Electronics Product Award and recipient of a SEMA Global Media Award and a CE Week Best in Show Award, the Secure360 captured the imaginations of the Kickstarter and Indiegogo crowdfunding communities seeking the most innovative products. The Secure360 is a total car security solution that blends multiple sensing technologies to see trouble, anticipate risks, and capture events when the driver is in the car or away from it for an extended time.

“With all the threats drivers face today, car owners need at least as much protection as homeowners do,” said Waylens CEO Haowei Zhang. “The Secure360 is the only consumer dash cam that provides true 360-degree vision. While the limited view and coverage of other cameras fall short, the Secure360 provides full 360-degree video evidence in all driving and parked situations.”

How the Secure360 4G works:

Step 1: Go for a drive

While driving, the 360-degree lens captures everything

Step 2: Park without worry 

When parked, low power sensors monitor for unusual events

Step 3: Stay informed

If a security event is detected, the Secure360 sends the user an alert while storing evidence on the onboard microSD card and automatically uploading it to the cloud for safekeeping

Breakthrough features:

• Witness Everything: 360-degree lens captures everything inside and out 
  The patent-pending 360-degree lens of the Secure360 simultaneously captures all 360-degrees of activity inside and outside the car. Whether a fender bender in a parking lot or a collision during a commute, the Secure360's interior and exterior views eliminate confusion about what occurred.
• Always Available: Low power sensors watch for unusual events 
  The Secure360 packs amazing technology into a beautiful design, relying on radar, a 3-axis accelerometer and GPS to detect unusual events even when the car is turned off for an extended time. Low-power sensors allow the Secure360 to actively scan the perimeter to protect an unattended vehicle for an unprecedented 360 hours or 15 days.
• Constantly Connected: 4G bandwidth streams to the cloud 
  The innovative Secure360 4G camera and simple-to-use Secure360 app work seamlessly together to provide a complete security experience. Automatic uploading of event data to the cloud keeps event evidence secure even if the camera is stolen or disabled. High-speed 4G bandwidth delivers real-time live alerts and live streaming information power.

“Whether commuters, rideshare drivers, car enthusiasts, or parents of young drivers, all car owners need protection from financial loss and unfair litigation,” explained Waylens’ President Tim Coomer. “The Secure360 protects your vehicle investment, yourself and your loved ones at a price every driver can afford.”

Pricing and Availability:

The Secure360 4G is now shipping to early Kickstarter and Indiegogo backers. Once backer orders are fulfilled, shipments will begin to retailers and direct customers. The Secure360 4G retails for $399.95 plus a $10 monthly service charge that covers 1GB of usage with a rolling 7 days of free cloud storage. The Secure360 Wi-Fi has been shipping for the past month and retails for $299.95 and has all the features of the 4G model but without the live features.

Privately-held Waylens creates automotive camera technologies and products that make the experience of car ownership and driving more enjoyable and secure. It is a team of world-class engineers, designers, and car enthusiasts who share a passion for building the best automotive cameras in the world. 

Waylens is headquartered in Cambridge, with offices in Cincinnati, Austin and Shanghai. For more information, visit waylens.com or 360.waylens.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Torrance, Calif. (Sept. 6, 2018)-- Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. is now shipping its first Tough Power Pack amplifier, the KTA-30FW. This compact, weather resistant amplifier delivers a sound boost to a variety of vehicles and can also be used in motorsports and marine applications.

Two models of Tough Power Pack amplifiers are being introduced, which are the 4-channel KTA-30FW and the upcoming mono KTA-30MW. A new feature debuting in the Tough Power Pack models is Alpine’s exclusive Dynamic Peak Power (D.P.P.) technology which delivers additional bursts of power during dynamic musical passages. To accommodate the extra bursts of power, the amplifier quickly increases its internal gain level and supplies additional stored current. This effectively doubles the power for short periods of time and prevents the amplifier from clipping during dynamic sections of music at high volumes. Each model measures just 9-3/16” W x 1-5/8” H x 3-3/4” D so despite the small footprint, the D.P.P. technology boosts the amplifier’s performance to 600 watts D.P.P., making it sound like an amplifier with double the power at maximum output.

Tough Power Pack amplifiers represent a new category extension, since they are the first weather resistant versions of the Alpine’s popular Power Pack amplifiers. The amplifiers are weather resistant with an IP66 rating, so they’re protected from dust ingress and high-pressure water spray. They feature high-quality, weather resistant connectors which make them a good fit for use in exposed areas such as side-by-sides, boats, open-top vehicles, and motorcycles. The amplifiers’ compact footprint allows them to be tucked away under the dash or hidden in limited-space areas, and they have connections on just one side for easy access to controls.

The KTA-30FW is available now at authorized Alpine retailers for $330 SRI, and the KTA-30MW will be available in October for $330 SRI. Visit www.alpine-usa.com for a store locator.

KTA-30FW 4-Channel 600-Watt D.P.P./300-Watt RMS Weather Resistant Tough Power Pack Amplifier

• Alpine's Class D amplifier circuit with Dynamic Peak Power (D.P.P.)
• 150W x 4 D.P.P. (2Ω/4Ω, 14.4V, ≤ 1% THD+N); 75W RMS x 4 (2Ω/4Ω, 14.4V, ≤ 1% THD+N)
• >85dB S/N (ref. 1W into 4Ω)
• <0.1% THD
• 20-20kHz Frequency response (+/- 1dB)
• Weather resistant (IP66 rating)
• OEM-grade Tyco 26-pin weather resistant connector with pigtail wire harness
• Speaker/RCA inputs (selectable, High range=0.5-10V, Low range=0.2-4V)
• Sound control
  • Crossovers: Off/HP/LP, Fc=50-400Hz @ -12dB/Oct. (variable)
  •  Input sensitivity adjustment (variable)
  •  2ch/4ch input (selectable)

Thirty-Year Profitability Expert to Lead Company's Sales Efforts as VP Sales and Marketing

LONG BEACH, CALIF., September 4, 2018 (MEDIAWIRE)—KENWOOD USA today announced that Mike Roberts, longtime industry executive and former KENWOOD vice president of sales, will return to the company as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. He originally joined KENWOOD in 1990, starting a tenure that lasted 13 years. In this new position, Roberts will assume leadership of KENWOOD’s sales and marketing group.

Roberts re-joins KENWOOD following a high-profile career in which he helped medium to large companies break through sales barriers to achieve higher sales performance and profitability. His experience includes leading the sales efforts of Mitek Corporation, SiriusXM Radio and Delphi as VP of Sales and Marketing before starting his own sales consultation company in 2016.

"I'm excited to rejoin this amazing team and help to deliver comprehensive go-to-market strategies that reinforce KENWOOD as the market leader while bringing new fans to the brand,” said Roberts. “I’ve been fortunate to work for world-class organizations in many different industries, but I am thrilled to return to KENWOOD. The company has undoubtedly been the highlight of my sales career in terms of great people, outstanding product and a brand legacy that has entertained people for many years.”

In addition to directly supporting the company's sales representatives, Roberts will be responsible for developing programs and promotions that empower KENWOOD and KENWOOD eXcelon retailers to grow sales and gain competitive market share.

"We are thrilled to welcome Mike back to the KENWOOD family," said Dave Hoag, executive vice president of KENWOOD's Car Electronics division. "His vast experience and recent accomplishments will bring a fresh entrepreneurial energy to our team. We hope to utilize Mike’s strategic leadership and ‘big idea’ thinking to elevate our game to new heights; all of this to deliver the product, profit, protection and stability our retail partners expect."

Roberts can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation and is a leading developer of imaging, home and car entertainment, and navigation products for the consumer market, two-way radio communications systems for public safety, private industry and amateur users, and video equipment for the broadcast and professional markets. For detailed information, call JVCKENWOOD USA at 1-800-950-5005 or visit us at http://us.jvckenwood.com, www.kenwood.com/usa and www.jvc.com.

EISA Award-Winning Vehicle Tuning Package Makes Its Debut at KnowledgeFest

DALLAS, August 17, 2018 (MEDIAWIRE) – Orca Design and Manufacturing today introduced the new Mosconi Gladen Aures vehicle tuning system at the 2018 KnowledgeFest trade show and education conference in Dallas. The introduction comes on the heels of the Aures being recognized with the In-Car Innovation Best Product award for 2018-2019 by EISA, the Expert Imaging and Sound Association. Aures is unique because it is the first tuning package to use two microphones to measure sound, with each microphone located in the ear of the tuning technician.

Aures is a hardware solution that features a headphone set with high-quality microphones built into the in-ear pieces. It can be used as a standalone system or in conjunction with Mosconi’s DSP (Digital Sound Processing) products such as the new (and also award-winning) Pico 8|12 DSP. When connected to the DSP, the system gives the tuning technician options for manual or semi-automatic adjustments. To further tune the system to a driver’s tastes, measurements can be made while the vehicle is in motion to account for road noise and vibration.

“It’s a simple solution, really,” said Nalaka Adikari, sales director for Orca. “After any vehicle tuning process, no matter if you use microphones or software, the customer listens to the result from the driver’s seat, in stereo, at headrest level. It only makes sense that two microphones, located exactly where the drivers’ ears would be, would deliver the most accurate representation of music and content from the car audio system. We are pleased and excited to introduce this solution to the industry at KnowledgeFest.”

Orca envisions the Aures as an in-store tool that technicians will use to perfect and streamline their tuning processes, as well as introduce the procedure to retail stores that have yet to employ the practice. It will be available for shipment in October. For more information, visit mosconi-america.com.

Based in Southern California, Orca acts as importer/distributor, designer and manufacturer for a variety of notable brands. We are the sole U.S. distributor for Focal mobile audio, and import speakers by GLADEN Audio of Germany and Italian-made Mosconi amplifiers. In addition, we design quality products under the Illusion Audio brand, and offer Blackhole damping materials and Raven pure ribbon tweeters for home and mobile installations alike. For more information, visit our website at orcadesign.com.