February 9, 2022 -- VAIS Technology is excited to release Push to Start with Smart Access kit - https://vaistech.com/seer-pts/. We designed a true push to start in junction with award-winning SEER. Now owners can add an all-encompassing device to turn almost any classic vehicle into a total hands-free experience. EVP, Dennis Hopper stated, “The classic car market expressed a lot of interest in push to start technology. And since we already developed a Smart Access kit SEER, adding push to start seemed like a win-win for everybody.”

Once professionally installed Push to Start with Smart Access gives user a proximity based keyless entry, illuminated entry, walk-away lock, audible and visual alerts, as well as engine push to start. Just like in a brand-new vehicle, with a keytag present and brake pedal pressed a push start button turns green allowing driver to start the vehicle.

Kits are available on VAIS Technology’s website at the retail price of $799.99 and come with a choice of a metal or an OEM looking push to start button. A part of the kit is an in-house designed relay module to shorten the install time.

Smart Access with PST can be fully installed straight out of the box for parking/hazard lights, headlights, interior or dome lights, audible notification and locking and unlocking upon entry and exiting the vehicle. Technology used in the kit matches to what OEMs are using to provide customers with proximity keyless systems. On top of that VAIS added high security communication and rolling code to prevent remote replay and relay attacks.

“The combination of low frequency and RF technology allows us to recognize the driver far as 13-15 feet away. The recognition zone, security, reliability, and customization make this product so versatile and available for multiple markets,” Hopper said.

Founded in 2003, VAIS Technology offers a wide variety of OEM factory radio upgrades, including SiriusXM add-on adapters, kits for adding a Bluetooth music streaming through a factory radio, and SEER Smart Access system. VAIS Technology currently offers products for most automotive brands, including Alfa Romeo, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, GMC, Honda, Jeep, Land Rover, Mercedes, Mazda, Nissan, Porsche, Subaru, Toyota, VW and more. All VAIS Technology products are built to OEM standards and are designed to offer seamless functionality for best user experience. VAIS Technology products come with one-year warranty and do not affect OEM warranties. Visit http://www.vaistech.com to learn more.            

February 10, 2022 -- Sony Car Audio will have two demo cars, four trainings, and their entire team at the upcoming Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) KnowledgeFest taking place at the South Point Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, from February 18 through February 20. Sony retailers are encouraged to contact their distributor rep or Sony Car Audio team members for a code to register for the event for free.

Booth #601 on the trade show floor will show off Mike Rundel’s Toyota CH-R and Jared Bahley’s Toyota Tacoma, both of which show off complete Sony Mobile ES audio systems, and highlight the extraordinary XAV-9500ES head unit. Attendees will be able to sit in the vehicles for a guided demo of these excellent sound systems.

National Trainer Kris Bulla will provide three trainings for Sony Mobile ES, including some new products that will be released in the near future, and one training highlighting the benefits and support received as a Sony Car Audio retailer. Attendees are encouraged to register ahead of time by clicking the training links below:

Sony Dealer Support Training

-          Friday, Feb 19, 4:15PM-5:15PM, Napa B

Sony Mobile ES Trainings

-          Friday, Feb 18, 3:00PM-4:00PM, Napa B

-          Saturday, Feb 19, 5:30PM-6:30PM, Napa B

-          Sunday, Feb 20, 10:45AM-11:45AM, Napa B

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MIAMI, FL—Nakamichi Car Audio will be exhibiting at the Las Vegas Knowledgefest February 18-20, 2022 at the South Point Hotel and Casino.

On display will be new 2022 models, some which are shipping now and couple of new head units slated for introduction later this year.

Robin McNeal, Nakamichi National Sales Manager, will be on hand along with David Bradman, Guillermo Mendez and Jason Proios from Diplomat Trading.

Nakamichi Mobile Audio can be found at booth #714 in the convention hall of the South Point.

For more information visit www.nakamichicaraudio.com or www.knowledgefest.com

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TORRANCE, Calif., February 8th, 2022 – Rydeen Mobile Electronics, a cutting-edge electronics designer and manufacturer dedicated exclusively to advanced vehicle driver safety, announces a new and unique 360-degree video rearview replacement mirror with built-in touch capable 10-inch HD monitor with built-in drive recorder.  Unlike other mirrors that can capture and record DVR video, the RYDEEN TOMBO 360 DVR Mirror also houses a 360-degree 4K High-Definition digital video camera. TOMBO, which means “dragonfly” in Japanese, symbolizes the capability of All-Seeing-Vision. It provides a full view of both the inside and outside of the vehicle from the vantage point of the rearview mirror.

The stunning 10-inch frameless mirror embeds a full-length touchscreen that controls and displays streaming in 4K video.  The single 360-degree camera streams and records video from all sides of the car.  Users can then choose to display the front of the car, sides of the car and the rear seat, for monitoring passengers.

Users can swipe left and right on the mirror to view the particular perspective they wish to see.  They can also set the mirror to show split screen views of multiple angles (including left and right-side lanes or front view plus backseat).  What makes this product so unique is that the TOMBO 360 can show a 360-degree view simultaneously on all multiple view selections for complete viewing coverage.

See quick video clip:

TOMBO 360 + ProKit 1 (long) https://youtu.be/UvETvLysTzg

TOMBO 360 (short) https://youtu.be/JeGnS-HVogw

Backup Safety https://youtu.be/EHvs_rrjKaM

Amazing 360 View https://youtu.be/pOLFDlnn4Zc

Convenient https://youtu.be/hCMDurQm6M0

When the DVR mirror’s monitor section is off, it becomes a normal reflective mirror, however, the video recording will continue in the background.

The mirror can also work with a HD video quality backup camera, giving you a 2-channel HD recording feature. The TOMBO 360 mirror can also stream video from behind the car and automatically switch to a backup camera when the car is in reverse (sold separately with ProKit 1 package).

ProKit 1 also includes proximity sensor. If a car was damaged while parked overnight, the owner can view video footage of the incident recorded by TOMBO 360. Viewing both the car cabin AND the surroundings of the car, or owners may view a parked car’s condition and surroundings recorded, as the proximity sensor can wake up the DVR function with the presence of objects and movement.

TOMBO 360 features a USB-C port, enabling the user to connect TOMBO 360 with an external memory device for video storage backup. This feature is so convenient for the video files backup and transfers to a PC rather than the tiny microSD card used by other car DVR products.

In the future, RYDEEN will add 4G/5G capability to the USB-C port, so that it becomes a “virtual technology hub” for any car, including older vehicles.  With the optional wireless 4G/5G connection, parents can check on teen drivers in real time.

Rydeen Mobile Electronics CEO and Founder Phil Maeda said, “Even older vehicles can benefit from cutting edge technology with the TOMBO 360 mirror. This is the only automotive mirror of its kind that combines both streaming video and a 360-degree camera for views in and around the vehicle,” he continued, “The TOMBO 360 now becomes the base platform for adding future technology; not only 4G or 5G, but also facial recognition and unattended vehicle security.”

Unlike other 360-degree cameras that present a rounded, “fish-eye,” distorted image, the TOMBO 360 uses internal processing to flatten the image and present a bright, clear, and realistic view.

Our system uses a Sony® Hi-Res CMOS (STARVIS®) sensor with advanced HDR (High Dynamic Range) technology, adjusting lighting conditions for clarity and perfect resolution in any situation. This is important when the outside lighting is bright and sunny, but the inside cabin lighting is darker. RYDEEN has overcome this lighting challenge, which continues to plague most other systems.

Users may change the camera angle to face straight forward, then the TOMBO 360 mirror can view beyond right and left sides of A-pillars of a vehicle.  It can automatically change the screen view for blind spot elimination. The mirror also automatically triggers the optional rear camera when the car is placed in reverse, offering a seamless system for all driving directions.

TOMBO 360 mirror enables adding one of RYDEEN’s Blind Spot Radar Safety products with internal LED indicators. Making installation easy with the elimination of removing the A-pillar panel and drilling holes for independent indicators. As indicated, TOMBO 360 is truly the information HUB for all types of safety features. “This is the first generation of our platform, which will continue to incorporate industry leading technologies,” added Maeda.

The retail pricing for TOMBO 360 is $399.00 and the upgrade ProKit 1 package is $199.00.

RYDEEN is now shipping the TOMBO 360 and ProKit 1 to retailers & distributors throughout USA and Canada. Please feel free to contact us at 310-787-7880 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for any questions.

At Rydeen Mobile Electronics, our mission is to provide the safest vehicle driving experience with solution-based products and technologies, aiming for ZERO auto accidents & auto thefts, thus creating “peace of mind everyday” to consumers worldwide! For more information, visit our website at www.rydeenmobile.com.

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World’s most renowned bass-restoration processor adds OEM integration capability plus additional new features and enhanced durability

Seattle, Wash. -- February 8th, 2022 – AudioControl (audiocontrol.com) has introduced The Epicenter® Micro, an ultra-modernized revision of the legendary Epicenter bass-restoring audio processor. A new and exciting member of The Epicenter family, The Epicenter Micro adds AudioControl’s award-winning OEM integration capability and increased durability from a new form factor that delivers easy-to-use top-mounted controls, providing dealers and installers with the ultimate array of solutions for every project.

Introducing The Epicenter Micro

PLEASE VISIT AUDIOCONTROL AT THE KNOWLEDGEFEST LAS VEGAS, FEBRUARY 18-20, BOOTH 801

Now Available, the Vibrant, Low Draw Letters are the Perfect Way to Make Your Own Marquee-Style Glowing Vehicle Badge for Your Vehicle

METAIRIE, LA, Feb. 8, 2022 – Oracle Lighting (www.oraclelights.com), the market leader in creating high quality lighting products and innovative LED solutions for the automotive aftermarket, is proud to announce the launch of the new universal LED letter badges. Now shipping with an MSRP of $38.75 (per letter), these vibrant letters are available in a matte white or matte black surface finish with either white LED or amber LED.

“These individual LED illuminated letters are the perfect way to make your own marquee-style glowing vehicle badge for your vehicle,” explained Justin Hartenstein, Oracle Lighting director of development. “When turned on, the letters emit a soft edge-lit glow to make your custom badge stand out. Even when off, the sleek design of the letter housings gives a customized high-end appearance.”

The LED lighting has a low draw…less than 0.1 Amp per letter with an overall size of approximately 3.75in. wide x 1.4in. tall x 0.5in thick. Installation is easy with the VHB double-stick adhesive. Simply wire the letters to a 12V source such as parking lights, ignition fuse, or a separate toggle switch. Please note that a hole may be required to route the wire, and each vehicle’s needs will be different. Oracle Lighting recommends using the company’s VHB Primer (Oracle p/n 2082-504) to get the best bond with the mounting surface.

“The premium construction and overall styling deliver great value for an easy DIY illuminated badge,” Hartenstein concluded. “Simply choose the letters you need, and get ready to draw attention to your ride with a build-your-own glowing letter design.”

Louisiana-based Oracle Lighting has been designing innovative lighting products and technologies for the automotive/12Volt, powersports, motorcycle, and marine markets since 1999. Oracle’s philosophy is this: in today's world of fly-by-night vendors, we think it is important to partner with businesses that you can trust to be there for you today, tomorrow, and for years to come.

For more information on Oracle Lighting and its full product line, please visit www.oraclelights.com, call (800) 407-5776, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Having celebrated its 20-year anniversary in 2019, Metairie, Louisiana-based Oracle Lighting has been designing innovative lighting products and technologies for the automotive/12Volt, powersports, motorcycle, and marine markets since 1999. Oracle’s philosophy is this: in today's world of fly-by-night vendors, we think it is important to partner with businesses that you can trust to be there for you today, tomorrow, and for years to come.

Located just outside New Orleans, Oracle Lighting has received accolades from numerous organizations for our business practices, including being listed on the Inc500 list of the Fastest Growing Businesses in the USA for the past eight years consecutively, winning the 2012 Bronze Stevie Award for Consumer Products Company of the Year, and most recently being named The Small Business Administration's Exporter of the Year and a Small Business Champion by the U.S. Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee. In 2012, Oracle was named the Jefferson Parish Small Business of the Year by JEDCO. New Orleans CityBusiness Magazine also named ORACLE Lighting a Top Private Company in the Greater New Orleans Area in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

BestCarAudio.com's Buying Guides help consumers make educated buying decisions and direct them to qualified brick-and-mortar retailers to make purchases and have products installed

February 3, 2022 -- Lehighton, PA – BestCarAudio.com, a publication of 1sixty8 media, inc., has launched a series of consumer buying guides on its highly popular website. These guides are designed to educate consumers about Car Audio, Powersports Audio, Dashcams, Motorcycle Audio, Remote Car Starter upgrades and more.

“As a retailer myself, I know that one of the biggest challenges we face in our industry is consumer awareness,” said Mitch Schaffer, founder of 1sixty8 media and owner of Mobile Edge in Lehighton, PA. “When consumers are aware of the great upgrades that are available, they are more likely to make a purchase. Our buying guides are designed to educate and pique curiosity to make upselling and closing sales at the retail level easier.”

Schaffer explained, “All of our buying guides promote best practices in sales and installation and encourage consumers to seek out a qualified brick-and-mortar retailer to do business with.”

When asked why he launched the buying guides and online store on BestCarAudio.com, Schaffer replied, “Our traffic and engagement are fantastic and continuing to grow. These guides are a good way to take advantage of our success while promoting the mobile enhancement industry to consumers.”

All of the buying guides were created by industry veteran and BestCarAudio.com Editor-In-Chief Dave MacKinnon. They are priced between $2.99 and $3.99 each and come with a money-back guarantee.

You can find the store at https://www.bestcaraudio.com/shop.

1sixty8 media, inc., provides high-converting digital marketing and business services to the mobile enhancement industry. Made up of a team of industry veterans, we speak the language of our clients. Our streamlined processes make it very simple and fast for our clients to have a turnkey website solution that is maintained and updated regularly. In addition to our core website, graphic design and content services, we are the exclusive reseller of the Mitchell1 ProDemand software to the mobile enhancement industry. We also offer Evalu8, a proprietary software to help small businesses cultivate their online reviews. 1sixty8 media is the publisher of BestCarAudio.com, an online magazine that seeks to educate interested consumers about existing and emerging technologies available for today’s vehicles and point them to qualified retailers to purchase the product and get it installed.

Our mission for BestCarAudio is to provide a trusted platform that educates consumers who are interested in upgrading their vehicles but want to know more about what’s available or how solutions work.

We will provide this platform by publishing highly targeted content designed to answer consumers’ questions in a professional and engaging manner.

Our comprehensive team of industry veterans, contributing their talent and experience to furthering our mission, enables us to accomplish this.

Oklahoma City, Okla., February 7th, 2022 -- DD AUDIO®, a manufacturer of high-quality mobile audio products for the masses, is proud to announce their partnership with the Black Wall Street Rally which will be held May 13th and 14th, 2022 in Tulsa Oklahoma’s historic Greenwood District. DD Audio will be joining the BWSR as the Official Presenting Sponsor of the Custom Bike Show and Soundoff. The Custom Bike Show will be judged by Jerry and David Covington of Covington's Customs and the Soundoff will be hosted by Team Money Cycles. In addition, DD Audio will have demo bikes and audio installation onsite so attendees can experience superior motorcycle audio at the event and on the ride home. To learn more about DD Audio’s commitment to the motorcycle riding experience, visit ddaudio.com/motorcycle.

This FREE rally welcomes all to experience the Greenwood District in a family-friendly environment. It will provide attendees the opportunity to experience the various Greenwood District history sites and enjoy an organized cultural festival. Visitors will enjoy Black Wall Street tours, musical entertainment, a parade of motorcycles, community organizations, day and night parties, Tulsa hospitality, and of course, the Custom Bike Show and Soundoff. Visitors can also enjoy the attendance and support of many vendors like DD Audio and Covington’s Customs. Together they will be offering demos, professional advice, onsite installations, and more.

The Greenwood District was once characterized by bustling streets with hotels, theaters, doctors offices, restaurants, nightlife establishments and more. As one of the most prosperous African-American communities in the United States, the district would earn the name, “Black Wall Street”. On May 31, 1921 a white mob attacked black residents and destroyed homes and businesses of the Greenwood District. The Tulsa Race Riot, as it's now known, is considered the single worst incident of racial violence in American history. The Black Wall Street Rally keeps the memory of the prosperous times alive while shining a light on the atrocities that occurred there just over 100 years ago with a motorcycle inspired event held in the historic Greenwood District. The rally will not condone any form of racism, sexism, intolerance, anti-Semitism, white supremacy or hate speech.

Visit blackwallstreetrally.com to learn more about the event and its historical importance.

February 4, 2022 -- Los Angeles, Calif. -- Cerwin-Vega Mobile (exhibit booth #901) and Diamond Audio (exhibit booth #906) will be attending the upcoming Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) KnowledgeFest industry event in Las Vegas, NV from February 18th-20th at the South Point Hotel & Casino.

The Cerwin-Vega Mobile brand will be introducing its new 2022 line of RPM (Recreation. Powersport. Marine) series products such the new RPM Stroker tower speaker canisters, complete SXS audio system packages, and action cameras for powersport, motorcycle, and helmet applications. Cerwin-Vega Mobile’s vast product assortment will be on display for the best of the best 12V retailers to see first-hand what Cerwin-Vega Mobile has to offer in addition to the unveiling of their latest SXS powersport demo vehicle.

Cerwin-Vega Mobile will be hosting a product overview training session led by Bryan Piper, Product and Technical Support Specialist, on Saturday, February 19th from 5:30PM-6:30PM in the Palm Room at KnowledgeFest.

The Diamond Audio booth will have the iconic Diamond “Haunted Rod” on display that was built by the famous crew at “Welderup” led by their creative genius, Steve Darnell. Equipped with an exceptional Diamond Audio sound system, the “Haunted Rod” is a demo vehicle experience you will not want to miss! Diamond Audio will be showcasing brand new DSP processors and demonstrating its innovative and ease-ofuse software to solve system tuning issues.

Diamond Audio has expanded its Motorsport series of products for 2022 and will be introducing complete SXS audio sound system kit packages as well that includes completely waterproof and submergible amplifiers. It will also be showing its completely redesigned Motorsport series speaker pods for powersport and marine application.

Also at the show, new for 2022 will be a complete line of Motorsport sound bars with some models having built-in LED lighting to create an even more exciting atmosphere in conjunction with high performance audio. The Diamond Audio booth will have on display its latest Polaris RZR SXS and Polaris Ranger demo vehicles fully equipped with Diamond Audio’s brand new Motorsport series complete SXS audio sound system kit packages.

For motorcycle audio, Diamond Audio will be showcasing its recently introduced Harley Davidson® complete speaker lid kits and its assortment of motorcycle plug-n-play harnesses. Diamond Audio will be hosting a product overview training session led by Bryan Piper, Product and Technical Support Specialist, on Friday, February 18th from 1:45PM-2.45PM in the Napa B Room.

To obtain more information about CV & DA Holdings Inc. brands – Cerwin-Vega Mobile and Diamond Audio, please contact CVDA’s sales and support staff at 213-261-4161 or visit us online at www.cerwinvega.com and www.diamondaudio.com

Holly Hill, Fla. – February 4, 2022 – T-Spec® by Metra Electronics® is shipping new oxygen-free ultra spec copper speaker cable kits, bulk front and rear channel speaker cable spools, a four-way power and ground distribution block, and black nickel finished couplers. These new products expand the brand’s line of premium competition-rated car audio accessories, designed with the finest materials for maximum performance.

OFC Speaker Cable Kits

New ultra spec speaker cable kits are designed for installers who want a high-end system with organized, clean wire management, without the hassle of creating their own wire labels. T-Spec’s new kits have oxygen-free copper wiring inside a 20-foot, flexible over-molded braided cable. They exceed the stringent CEA-2016 specifications for performance and meet BC-5W marine compliance standards, allowing the kits to be used for sound systems beyond car audio, including marine or powersports applications. There is enough heatshrink and ferrules included to split the cable into two sections. The kits come in a 16-gauge, 11 conductor option, the VSW116, or an 18-gauge, 11 conductor option, the VSW1118. Included in the kits are:

• 20-foot over-molded braided speaker cable
• Outer jacket with heatshrink
• Heatshrink wire labels
• Red and black ferrules
• Braided cable cover
• 5 pair speaker wire plus 1 remote wire

Front and Rear Channel Bulk OFC Speaker Cables

Sold in 250-foot spools, T-Spec's new flexible 18-gauge, 4 conductor speaker cable is designed with full-spec oxygen-free copper. It is available now in a front channel speaker cable option, the VSWF418-250, and a rear channel speaker cable option, the VSWR418-250.

Power and Ground Distribution Block

T-Spec’s newest distribution block, the VBDB4, combines the most practical, sophisticated features in its class with the highest performance on the market to unleash the full power of a car audio system. Premium construction and materials allow for a highly conductive block with 5mm thick solid brass bus bars and a satin gunmetal finish, with dual 0/1 ground inputs to match the dual 0/1 positive inputs. This block also has a built-in amplification relay for boosting the current rating of the amplifier turn-on wire, distributing it across all four outputs. The four mated outputs group remote, four gauge power, and four gauge ground together for quick identification, and an anti-short sub-cover isolates the returning ground bar and terminals. A Blown Fuse Indicator (BFI) LED light for each circuit indicates which fuse to replace and three rapid replacement spare MANL fuse locations built into the case make replacement simple and easy. A TPE wrapped soft-touch cover completes the high-end look.

VBDB4 Product Specifications:

• Dual 0/1 AWG positive in
• Dual 0/1 AWG negative in
• Built-in amplification relay for boosting the current rating of the amplifier turn-on wire, distributing it across all 4 outputs
• Anti-short sub-cover to isolate the ground bar and terminals
• Blown Fuse Indicator (BFI) LED for each circuit
• One tool for hardware installation using T-Spec T20 Torx® screws with Gate Lock technology
• Satin gunmetal finished 5mm brass bus bars for power and ground distribution
• TPE wrapped soft-touch cover with modern aesthetics
• MANL fuses are sold separately

Brass Couplers

T-Spec’s new couplers are made with solid brass construction and a black nickel finish to look good in any install while meeting the demands of a high-performance system. These couplers are sold as a set of 2 pieces with heatshrink covers and T20 Torx® set screws. They are available in a 4 gauge in and 4 gauge out option, the VCP4, or a 0/1 gauge in, 0/1 gauge out option, as the VCP0. These products are all in stock now. More information can be seen on the T-Spec website at TspecOnline.com.

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 in developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make dash kits for more vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for more than 75 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®, Saddle Tramp®, Metra Marine® and Daytona Lights®. Metra’s expertise in connectivity solutions is also applied to its division of premium AV and surveillance products from MetraAV™. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 386-257-2956.

February 4, 2022 - Ringwood, Ill. -- Race Sport Lighting will be exhibiting in booth #104 for dealers to visit and learn about their new lighting technologies. Staff will be available in the booth all weekend to answer any questions. The booth will feature a large custom display of hundreds of lights to test out with the push of a button. Race Sport Lighting will also have on display their nationwide best-selling Terminator™ LED Kits, the fast-growing DRIVE Series V2 LED kits and their USPTO patented GEN4® LED system.

“We can’t wait to meet with our dealers from all over the country and reconnect face to face with many. The last 2 years has been rough on us all, but it has been a time of great change here at Race Sport Lighting. We have added unique LED products to our line up and added amazing value-added tools for our dealers to us. It’s going to be exciting to show them off in Vegas.” Steve Jergensen, President of Race Sport Lighting

Race Sport Lighting will host a training session during KnowledgeFest that will focus on selling and installing lighting done easy and profitable:

Friday, February 18 from 1:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. in JOSHUA room

Race Sport Lighting 2022 Product Line Introduction and Training

Race Sport Lighting is the leading manufacturer of LED and HID lighting technology in North America, and serves the 12-Volt, Truck Accessory, Powersports, Motorcycle, Marine, and RV industries primarily. Founded in 2007, Race Sport Lighting is going on 15+ years leading the way as the Pioneer for the lighting category. They offer the highest quality lighting products to the industry and back it up with award winning customer service and tech support. This reputation has earned them the position of Preferred Lighting Vendor for MESA, Tint World franchises, AAM Group, AutoGear, and Restylers International just to name a few in the industry.

Become a USA Reseller today - https://www.racesportinc.com/customer/account/create/

Become a Canadian Reseller today - https://www.racesportlighting.ca/customer/account/create/

Heathrow, FL (February 4, 2022) – Dual Electronics Corporation announced today that 12Volt industry veteran Clyde Podraza passed away on February 2.  Clyde spent more than 25 years in the 12V industry.  Starting his career at Motorola, he then moved on to work in executive positions at Panasonic, International Jensen, Recoton, Dual Electronics, and AAMP Global.  Clyde was one of the founding partners at Dual Electronics and spent a decade as a top executive there.

Jim Braun, President of Dual Electronics said “I worked alongside Clyde for almost 20 years.  He was a pillar of the 12Volt industry during his time with Jensen and Dual.  Clyde was one of the original founders of Dual Electronics, and we would certainly not be where we are today without the monumental efforts and influence Clyde brought to the marketplace.”  Braun added, “More important than this, he was just a genuinely great person.  Clyde would do almost anything to help any one of his large network of friends and colleagues.  I’m going to miss Clyde, as I know many will.”

Clyde spent the last several years of his career at AAMP Global prior to retiring in 2020. Scott Forst, President and CEO of AAMP Global added “I personally started at AAMP with Clyde, and I couldn’t have been luckier to learn from such a wonderful and talented person.   He spread his knowledge and joy to everyone at AAMP and he will be greatly missed.”

Clyde is survived by his wife of 44 years, Marj, his three grown children and three grandchildren.

Dual Electronics Corporation, a subsidiary of the Namsung Corporation, is based in Heathrow, FL. Dual offers a wide selection of mobile electronics, marine electronics, portable aviation electronics, home audio loudspeakers and portable GPS products. For further information, visitwww.dualav.com.

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (Feb. 2, 2022) – Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. will attend the upcoming Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) KnowledgeFest hosted in the South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada from Friday, February 18 to Sunday, February 20.

Alpine will be in exhibit #806 where staff will demo the new 2022 Alpine Product Line, featuring the new Alpine Halo Dash Solutions and Accessories, Vehicle-Specific Dash Solutions for Jeep®,Next-Generation R-Series Sound System line, Preloaded Alpine Halo R-Series and Truck Subwoofer Enclosures, and Preloaded S-Series and R-Series Shallow Subwoofer Enclosures.

Featuring the highly anticipated AlpineF#1Status system, aTesla Model S demo vehicle will be in Exhibit Hall A for a first-ever listening experience. Booth visitors can experience the first premium car audio system that canachieve 384kHz/32bit High-Resolution Audio Playback, the highest recording spec possible in a car audio system.

Alpine’s Ford F-150 will also be onsite to showcase the new Alpine Halo 11-inch Floating Touchscreen Display with high-resolution audio and display plus wireless Apple CarPlay© and Android Auto™. The F-150 will also feature Alpine’s next-generation 3-way R-Series speakers, the new R-Series Alpine Halo Preloaded Truck Enclosure, and the PXE-0850X 12-Channel Advanced Wireless Digital Sound Processor.

Alpine will host 3 training sessions during KnowledgeFest that will focus on the 2022 Product Line:

Friday, February 18 from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. in Sonoma C 

Alpine 2022 Product Line Introduction and Training

Saturday, February 19 from 4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. in Sonoma C 

Alpine 2022 Product Line Introduction and Training

Sunday, February 20 from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. in Sonoma C 

Alpine 2022 Product Line Introduction and Training

All KnowledgeFest attendees are welcome to visit the Alpine booth, join the training sessions, and meet with Alpine staff from the sales, marketing, and product planning teams. Attendees are encouraged to visitwww.knowledgefest.organd use the “Education Workshops & Vendor Training” link to register for the Alpine training sessions. 

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Alps Alpine, a leading manufacturer of electronic components and automotive infotainment systems, has brought the world numerous “First 1” and “Number 1” products since its founding in 1948. The Alps Alpine Group currently operates 110 bases in 26 countries and regions, supplying roughly 40,000 different products and solutions to around 2,000 companies worldwide. Those offerings include devices such as switches, sensors, data communication modules, touch input panels, actuators, and power inductors; electronic shifters, remote keyless entry systems and other automotive units; consumer electronics like car navigation and audio-visual systems; and systems and services such as digital keys based on a smartphone app and blockchain technology, and remote monitoring. For more information:www.alpsalpine.com/e/

STILLWATER, USA – In its first product release for 2022, KICKER® Audio announces a trio of down-firing loaded enclosures, each featuring KICKER’s thin-mount L7T™ square subwoofers. All enclosures come with a single 2-Ohm terminal, and are available in 8-, 10-, and 12-inch models. The enclosures are available for purchase at Authorized KICKER Dealers in-store and online. Soon to be introduced to the world on the KICKER UnMASKED! Live™ Weekly show, L7T Loaded Down-Firing Enclosures will retail from $279.99-$379.99. L7T Loaded Down-Firing Enclosures are also available at www.kicker.com.

Designed to fit perfectly under a seat or in your cargo area, each thin enclosure features plush black carpeting with rounded corners and custom embroidery. Inside the enclosure, thick MDF construction and heavy internal bracing offers strength and stability despite the stacked cargo that may be on top. The enclosures are carpeted and custom embroidered with the KICKER logo.

The inner workings of the L7T thin-mount subwoofer are unprecedented. L7T features an innovative “Forced-Air Cooling™” system that uses the woofer’s own cone movement to route more air through its motor, forcing unwanted heat out of vents built into the backplate and allowing the sub to run cooler than previous versions. Users get the bass they love, the sleek look, and the reliability beyond expectations.

KICKER’s exclusive UniPlate™ combines the pole piece and back-plate, making them a single, seamless unit that assists in pushing damaging heat away from the subwoofer. Perimeter venting is also used above the sub’s extended top-plate, pulling additional cooling air in and around the motor. The subwoofer’s top-plate utilizes a patented “bumped” design, allowing extra excursion and longer throw for deeper overall bass in an extremely thin design. Additionally, the unique, patented square cone provides nearly 20 percent additional cone area compared to a standard round-shaped sub of the same size, making a 12-inch square sub perform like a 13-inch round subwoofer, for example. As a result, the listener enjoys more volume and deeper bass.

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 boat and 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. Consumers can follow KICKER socially at Facebook.com/kickeraudio, Twitter.com/kickeraudio, Instagram.com/kickeraudio, or Pinterest.com/kickeraudio, and use the hashtags #kickeraudio and #livinloud.

RINGWOOD, IL – January 26, 2022 -- Race Sport Lighting 2022 Full Line Catalogs are now shipping to the industry. These 80-page catalogs contain thousands of Lighting Category solutions, which helps resellers grow their business and find the right lighting solutions for outfitting customer vehicles. Distributor and Dealers can start requesting these B2B catalogs to ship with their orders or from their RSL territory sales rep. Requests can also be sent via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The 2022 Full Line Catalog has multiple nationwide best sellers that the industry already loves, however it also features some NEW patented technologies like their High Performance GEN4 LED Headlight Kits, and their new Solar Wireless Cab Roof Mount Light kit. The New Product section also features some products already HOT to the market like:

• The P-Series Projector Perfect LED Headlight All-in-One solution Kit
• The ColorSMART Chasing LED Underbody Kit
• MELT Series Auxiliary Lighting
• LoPro Running Board Switchback LED Lighting System

“It’s always exciting each year to get out the full line catalogs out to the Reps, Distributors, Dealers, and ultimately to the consumer to make a buying decision. There are truly some amazing new technologies that are patented that every dealer should be adding to their line up and positioning themselves for major growth in 2022. Make sure to check out display section in the back and display up. Displays in your store sell more lighting,” said Steve Jergensen, President of Race Sport Lighting.

Want to view the 2022 Catalog digitally? Click Here Now or check out some of their updated Industry specific catalogs:

• Motorcycle Lighting Guide
• Marine Lighting Guide
• Jeep Lighting Guide
• ATV/UTV Lighting Guide (Publishing Soon)

Race Sport Lighting is the leading manufacturer of LED and HID lighting technology in North America, and serves the 12-Volt, Truck Accessory, Powersports, Motorcycle, Marine, and RV industries primarily. Founded in 2007, Race Sport Lighting is going on 15+ years leading the way as the Pioneer for the lighting category. They offer the highest quality lighting products to the industry and back it up with award winning customer service and tech support. This reputation has earned them the position of Preferred Lighting Vendor for MESA, Tint World franchises, AAM Group, AutoGear, and Restylers International just to name a few in the industry.

Become a USA Reseller today - https://www.racesportinc.com/customer/account/create/

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Now Available, the 120-Watt LED Auxiliary Spotlight is Designed to Offer Superior Illumination with an Average 30 Degree Beam Pattern and Projection Up to 500 Meters

METAIRIE, LA, Jan. 31, 2022 – Oracle Lighting (www.oraclelights.com), the market leader in creating high quality lighting products and innovative LED solutions for the automotive aftermarket, is proud to announce the launch of the 9-inch Multifunction 120-Watt LED Spotlight for Jeeps, trucks, and off-road vehicles (p/n 2917-023). The round post mount is now available with an MSRP of $289.95. Oracle’s 7-inch Multifunction 60-Watt LED Spotlight (p/n 2915-023) is also now available with an MSRP of $199.95.

“Whether you are conquering the off-road or just enjoy exploring at night, having adequate lighting is important to spot obstacles in your path,” explained Justin Hartenstein, Oracle Lighting director of development. “This new auxiliary light from Oracle Lighting is designed to offer superior illumination for any Jeep, truck, or off-road vehicle.”

Incorporating both TIR (Total Internal Reflection) and LED Reflector Facing Technology, this design creates a high-quality light output with a precision beam pattern. By combining both optic technologies, this light provides an average 30 degree beam pattern and projects up to 500 yards away.

“The integrated LED marker lights feature both white and amber LEDs which can be used for parking lights, DRL, and/or turn signals,” Hartenstein continued. “This multifunctional automotive spotlight is the perfect solution to your lighting needs. With an Ingress Protection Rating of IP68 and a heavy-duty blacked-out housing, this nine-inch spotlight is rugged enough to last through all of your adventures with an LED lifespan of 80,000+ hours.”

Additional features and specifications include:

• 4x 20w LEDs + 4x 10w LEDs
• Draw: 8.5 Amps @ 12VDC
• Raw/Effective Lumens: 12000lm / 9600lm
• Peak Intensity: 282500cd
• Input Voltage: 9V - 36V DC
• Warranty Period: 1 Year
• ETM Thermal Management Technology
• Compliant with ECE R112/R7/R10
• Heavy duty U mounting racket
• Stainless Steel 304 mounting hardware
• Under/Over voltage protection
• Reverse polarity protection

Louisiana-based Oracle Lighting has been designing innovative lighting products and technologies for the automotive/12Volt, powersports, motorcycle, and marine markets since 1999. Oracle’s philosophy is this: in today's world of fly-by-night vendors, we think it is important to partner with businesses that you can trust to be there for you today, tomorrow, and for years to come.

For more information on Oracle Lighting and its full product line, please visit www.oraclelights.com, call (800) 407-5776, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Having celebrated its 20-year anniversary in 2019, Metairie, Louisiana-based Oracle Lighting has been designing innovative lighting products and technologies for the automotive/12Volt, powersports, motorcycle, and marine markets since 1999. Oracle’s philosophy is this: in today's world of fly-by-night vendors, we think it is important to partner with businesses that you can trust to be there for you today, tomorrow, and for years to come.

Located just outside New Orleans, Oracle Lighting has received accolades from numerous organizations for our business practices, including being listed on the Inc500 list of the Fastest Growing Businesses in the USA for the past eight years consecutively, winning the 2012 Bronze Stevie Award for Consumer Products Company of the Year, and most recently being named The Small Business Administration's Exporter of the Year and a Small Business Champion by the U.S. Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee. In 2012, Oracle was named the Jefferson Parish Small Business of the Year by JEDCO. New Orleans CityBusiness Magazine also named ORACLE Lighting a Top Private Company in the Greater New Orleans Area in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

Popular OEM upgrade line improved with slim component, coaxial

CAMARILLO, CALIF., January 31, 2022 (MEDIAWIRE) – ORCA Design and Manufacturing announced it is currently shipping the latest models of its popular Focal Auditor line. Rebranded Auditor EVO, the line adds two slim versions of its 6.5-inch component and coaxial speakers as well as a redesigned tweeter.

 The 2022 Auditor EVO line consists of six coaxial kits ranging from 4 inches to 6x9 inches, along with three component kits in five-inch and 6.5-inch sizes. The inverted-dome tweeter in each has been redesigned with the stylish Focal logo in black and the component versions come with surface mount cups and flush-mount bezels.

The 6.5-inch ACX 165 coaxial and ASE 165 component set gain slimmer counterparts in the ACX 165S and ASE165S. The speaker depth is reduced by 25 percent thanks to a redesigned basket and magnet structure. The resulting technology maintains quality midbass performance while enabling fit into doors and panels with limited depth.

“Auditor has been a great addition to the Focal line, especially as more customers opt to perform value-focused upgrades to their factory systems,” said Nalaka Adikari, sales director for ORCA. “We’ve worked closely with Focal to bring new options to our retailers that fit more applications. The addition of shallow drivers let more drivers experience Focal’s superior audio performance.”

All models of the 2022 Auditor EVO line are currently shipping to authorized Focal retailers. For more information, please visit focal-america.com.

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.

Holly Hill, Fla. – January 25, 2022 – Heise LED Lighting Systems® by Metra Electronics® is now shipping three new sets of LED wheel lights, available in 14-inch, 15.5-inch, and 17-inch sizes, for RGB, RGBW, and RGB chasing light options. These wheel rings have sturdy metal frames that are constructed from anodized aluminum and lined on two sides with IP68 rated LEDs to produce a brighter glow. The light ring sets include stainless steel hardware, harnesses, and have water-resistant connectors for a long-lasting installation. The lights mount to the OE disc brake shield and have thread locking adhesive included for a worry-free install.

RGB Wheel Lights

Heise’s RGB wheel lights show a single color at a time, with 16 million different options to choose from using the Metra RGB app. These lights require the RGB-CB1 controller, which is sold separately and allows it to work with other Heise RGB lights on the same control box (see the website for compatible lights).

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RGBW Wheel Lights

Heise’s RGBW lights have all of the same features as their RGB lights, plus the ability to choose a pure white LED light. These lights require the RGBW-CB1 controller, which is sold separately and allows it to work with other Heise RGBW lights on the same control box (see the website for compatible lights).

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RGB Chasing Wheel Lights

For drivers who want to show multiple colors at the same time, Heise’s RGB chasing lights offer more than 170 pre-programmed modes for patterns with 16 million different RGB colors. 12volt triggers are available for the turn signal and brake. It includes the RGB controller with two wireless control options; an included remote control or using a free app for a smartphone or tablet. This light set’s controller is not compatible with other Heise RGB lights.

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Heise has a detailed installation video at https://youtu.be/A5PelNFUcQw with step-by-step instructions online. Installers should measure and confirm the proper wheel size using the instructions. Vehicles that have a wheel base over 144 inches will need extension cables. (Visit HeiseLED.com for details). A special training session covering these new products will also be hosted at KnowledgeFest at the South Point Convention Center from February 18th to 20th.

At Metra, 12volt 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 in developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make dash kits for more vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for more than 75 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®, Saddle Tramp®, Metra Marine® and Daytona Lights®. Metra’s expertise in connectivity solutions is also applied to its division of premium AV and surveillance products from MetraAV™. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 386-257-2956.

Oklahoma City, Okla., January 18th, 2022 -- DD AUDIO®, a manufacturer of high-quality mobile audio products for the masses, is proud to announce the release of their 600 Series “e” revision subwoofers. From the top down, the 600e Power Tuned subs are built for extreme sonic performance.

For this revision DD Audio went bigger and better. In order to improve power handling and excursion capabilities they increased the motor size, voice coil length, surround height, spider diameter, and added a cast aluminum basket.

For maximum transfer of energy to the air they use non pressed pulp cones that are rigid and lightweight.

Power Tuned suspensions with staple DD AUDIO EROM (Extended Range Of Motion) surrounds and a progressive dual spider system keep the moving parts linear and distortion free during high excursion play.

Custom tooled cast aluminum baskets provide a solid support system for the heavy duty 170 oz double stack magnet motor. The motor also features backplate venting to allow for increased voice coil cooling.

Available in 10, 12 and 15 inch sizes with dual 2 and dual 4 Ohm voice coil options the 600e subwoofers cover a wide range of installation needs.

With a power handling of 500-800 watts RMS and 2400 watts peak they can be driven hard, while the 2.5” long throw voice coils, plus frame and motor venting allow them to handle the heat.

Contact an Authorized DD Audio Dealer near you to experience these new 600 Series, “e” revision, Power Tuned subwoofers today.