GoFast Solutions is excited to announce the official date for the LIVE 2021 GoFast Winter Summit… September 8th at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA from 8-6 pm.

August 24, 2021 -- “The Winter Summit is an evolution to a long-standing tradition in the Northeast,” said David Prinz CEO of GoFast Solutions. “Remote Start represents a significant portion of the overall annual revenue for our customers. Attending the GoFast Solutions Winter Summit featuring 17 manufacturers, representing 23 brands, offers the education and training that is the foundation to a successful winter selling season.”

David added, “Last year, because of Covid, we held our Winter Summit virtually… this year, we’re back Live and in-person! We’ve expanded the Summit to include winter related categories such as lighting, safety systems, window & paint protection film. Calling it a Starter Summit doesn’t really cover it properly, now we call it the Winter Summit and this is going to be the best one ever!”

This One-Day Only Live Show will Feature:

• Keynote Speaker, Chris Cook from the Mobile Electronics Association (MEA)

• Live Trainings & Presentations
  • Remote Start Brands:
    Compustar, NuStart, Fortin, Prestige, AST, Artic Start, Crimestopper, & Omega

• Remote Start Related Products:
  Vais Technology, Metra, Install Bay, Voxx, & iDatalink

• Lighting Products:
  Putco, Heise, Lucas Lighting, Race Sport, & XK Glow
• Safety Systems:
  iBeam, Rydeen, Voxx, & Momento
• New this year:
• Streamlight, Solar Gard, Superwinch, & SiriusXM!

The 2021 GoFast Solutions Winter Summit being held LIVE & In-Person at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts on September 8th, from 8 am – 6 pm.

Register for the 2021 GoFast Winter Summit, Today!!

GoFast Solutions is one of the fastest-growing premier distributors for 12-volt Accessories, Power Sports, Outdoor Life, & Marine Equipment in the Northeast. We are proud to be a member of the Elite Distributor Alliance (EDA) and an authorized distributor for more than 100 recognized brands, including Kenwood, Sony Mobile, Alpine, Compustar, Escort, Metra, Sirius XM, Audiovox, Kicker, Rockford Fosgate, Rostra, Dynamat, Allstar Performance, Driven Racing Oil, Raceceiver, Sparco, Alpinestars, Racequip, Stilo, Simpson Racing Products (Full line card available at gofst.com). This list will only continue to grow in our efforts to bring the best brands to specialty brick & mortar businesses. We strive to bring a personal touch to our sales and services as we continue our growth in 12-volt and other emerging markets. As a premier distributor, we take great care in providing a professional & knowledgeable experience for our customers.

Including a Number of Oracle’s Jeep-Specific Lighting Solutions, the Vehicles Will Make Their Event Debut at the “WAM” (We Are Mopar) Show in Dallas Sept. 3-5, and Then Continue on to a Number of Other Events Throughout the Year

METAIRIE, LA, Aug. 19, 2021 – Oracle Lighting (www.oraclelights.com), the market leader in high-quality and innovative LED solutions for the automotive/12Volt, power sports, marine, and motorcycle markets, is proud to announce its new Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator demo vehicles.

“We have been busy developing a wide range of high-performance lighting solutions for late model Jeep applications,” explained Justin Hartenstein, Oracle Lighting director of product development. “Now that car shows and outdoor events are starting back up again, we wanted to show customers first-hand what these products look like installed and functioning. The products shown on these vehicles only represent a fraction of Oracle’s massive Jeep parts catalog, but these are our latest products and best sellers.”

The matching “Sting Grey” Jeeps are splashed with custom Oracle Lighting graphics installed by PGNOLA. Both Jeeps are modified and lifted with custom 20-inch Fuel Wheels with 35-inch tires, and feature bumpers from Rugged Ridge.

The Jeep Wrangler JL Unlimited features exterior lighting products including the Oracle Vector™ Pro-Series Grill, Dynamic LED™ Wheel Rings, ColorSHIFT® Rock Lights, Sidetrack™ fender lighting system, Oracle LED Fog Lights, LED Sidemirrors, Black Series LED Tail Lights, new LED front Skid Plate, and more. The interior accessories include Oracle’s StarLINER™ Fiber Optic Headliner and Oracle’s multifunction LED Cargo Lighting.

The Jeep Gladiator Rubicon features popular exterior products including Oracle’s signature Oculus™ Bi-LED Headlights, LED Fog Lights, White Rock Lights, High-Powered LED Reverse Lights, Flush LED Tail Lights, Smoked LED Sidemarkers, Sidetrack™ lights, and Pre-Runner LED Grill lights. The Gladiator’s interior accessories include Oracle’s StarLINER™ Fiber Optic Headliner and Fiber Optic Dash Kit.

These vehicles will make their event debut at “WAM” (We Are Mopar) show in Dallas, September 3-5. The event takes place at the iconic Texas Motor Speedway and is a “three-day Mopar experience like no other”. Oracle Lighting will play host to Mopar enthusiasts as the title sponsor of WAM’s “Friday Night Lights” event on September 3.

Other Jeep events on Oracle’s calendar include Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion in Pigeon Forge, TN, Jeep Beach in Daytona, FL, Jeepin’ the Coast in Long Beach, MS, Jeep Beach Jam in Panama City, FL, and the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, NV.

“We are excited to be attending so many off-road shows this year throughout the country, and we welcome you to stop by and see our products in person,” said Melissa Parker, Oracle Lighting national sales manager. “We would love to meet you and chat about the best lighting for your unique build!”

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.

The Sony Car Audio team has recently filled one of its two Account Manager positions with Jacob Gromovsky. Jacob is based in Atlanta, Ga., covering the Eastern region.

Jacob’s experience as a sales representative managing accounts and understanding the distribution model will help him in this new role. In addition, building relationships and collaborating with customers is second nature to him from his twenty years of experience in the industry.

“Jacob represents what our accounts need in our Eastern territory,” said Anthony Tozzi, Distribution Sales Manager. “His knowledge and ability to help our distributor accounts and retailers will give our small team a much-needed resource out in the field. We are looking forward to finding someone on the West Coast with similar traits as we look to fill that position as well.”

“Individual commitment to a group effort: That is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work. Those were Vince Lombardi’s words, and I am looking forward to my commitment making a positive impact on this team,” says Jacob.

You can reach Jacob at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. To read the job description or fill out an application for the remaining Account Manager position, visit this link. 

The New RGB+A Kit Fits 2019-2021 Chevrolet Camaro LS and LT Models; Allows Upgrades to Any Color Imaginable

METAIRIE, LA, Aug. 10, 2021 – Oracle Lighting (www.oraclelights.com), the market leader in high-quality and innovative LED solutions for the automotive/12Volt, power sports, marine, and motorcycle markets, is proud to announce the new ColorSHIFT® RGB+W Headlight DRL Upgrade for the 2019-2021 Chevrolet Camaro LS/LT. Oracle Part #1418 is now available with an MSRP of $229.95.

“Get a head-turning style on your 2019-2021 Chevrolet Camaro LS or LT model with a new color-changing DRL accessory from Oracle Lighting,” said Justin “JP” Perret, Oracle Lighting product specialist. “Our new Chevrolet Camaro Oracle ColorSHIFT RGBA kit allows you to upgrade your lights to any color imaginable and includes turn signal functionality so the DRL maintains an amber flasher feature for the turn signal. We spent quite a bit of time making sure that we delivered a product that looks great and is a breeze to install. Simply install this in place of the existing DRL boards and you’re able to change those boring white DRL to any color you choose.”

Use one of Oracle Lighting’s ColorSHIFT® controllers with the Chevrolet Camaro kit to choose from a variety of colors, patterns, and themes. Then, simply switch the lights back to white for legal on-road use. Create a custom headlight for Camaro's by simply replacing the factory DRL circuit board with this ColorSHIFT® circuit board.

Additional features and specifications include:

• Bright output with less power consumption
• True amber turn signal functionality
• Control colors, brightness, speed, and functions with controller
• Customized look with even more personalization with ColorSHIFT® technology
• 1-year warranty

Headlight disassembly is required, and Oracle Lighting recommends professional installation utilizing Oracle’s premium silicone sealant. White and amber are road-legal colors. Other colors are not intended for on-road use, so, please verify all state and local driving laws before use.

“Using the latest lighting technology, our cutting-edge LED kits for cars are a great way to personalize your ride with show-stopping looks and industry-leading performance,” Perret continued. “Stand out from the look-alikes with a Camaro LS/LT custom headlight look from Oracle Lighting.”

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.

Holly Hill, Fla. – August 10, 2021 – Metra Electronics®, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket automotive solutions, is now shipping a new dash kit designed to fit 2019-2020 Hyundai Elantra models. The 95-7399B dash kit fits an ISO Double-DIN radio provision and is painted scratch-resistant matte black. A blankout panel that goes below the aftermarket radio screen is also included with this kit. It is made from the highest quality ABS plastic for an original factory-like fit and finish. An installation video is available from Metra’s YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/Rf_sgouHNIw and additional installation accessories can be seen at MetraOnline.com.

95-7399B Product Specifications

• Fits 2019-2020 Hyundai Elantra
• Designed for an ISO Double-DIN radio
• Blankout panel included
• Painted scratch-resistant matte black

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.

STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® and more than 150 of the fastest street cars in the country, including high-profile television stars, are committed to attending the annual Outlaw Armageddon no-prep drag race in Noble, Okla. Thunder Valley Raceway Park plays host to the event August 13 and 14.

KICKER plans to roll in with the completely revamped XRV (Xtreme Recreational Vehicle). The 82-foot big rig houses a full showroom of audio products in addition to the legendary Boom Room, which returns to life following major upgrades. A larger, louder Boom Room features an enclosure now suspended in a custom steel framework, built to withstand the low-toned torture emanating from a massive 40,000-watt power plant of amps. A dozen KICKER Q-Class L7® 15-inch subwoofers, in addition to an array of 11-inch compression-driver, KM-Series Tower Speakers, deliver tons of bass – and fun – to countless racing fans.

KICKER-equipped vehicles from Discovery Channel’s® Street Outlaws’® own Ryan Martin (driver of the Fireball Camaro®) and a SEMA Show-quality International® SCOUT® owned by Shawn Ellington’s (aka “Murder Nova”) 187 Customs (Mustang, Okla.) will be in the KICKER XRV setup area.

More than 12,000 spectators attended the last Outlaw Armageddon, with more anticipated this year. With nearly $45,000 in prizes at stake in six different classes, several members of Discovery Channel’s Street Outlaws and Street Outlaws: New Orleans have committed to attend. Racing celebrities like Big Chief, Daddy Dave, Jeff Lutz, Dominator, Farmtruck and AZN, Deathtrap, Birdman and many more are expected to be on hand, ready to race and sign autographs.

For race details, fans can go online at www.outlawarmageddon.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 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.

Discovery Channel is a trademark and brand of Discovery Communications, LLC.

Street Outlaws is a trademark of Discovery Communications, LLC.

Camaro is a registered trademark of GM, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.

Case International Harvester is a registered trademark of CNH Industrial N.V., its subsidiaries or affiliates.

SCOUT is a registered trademark of International Truck Intellectual Property Company, LLC.

The flagship aftermarket car speaker line delivers innovation and superior design for an elevated listening experience on two-wheel vehicles

STAMFORD, CT - Aug. 4, 2021 – HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today announced an addition to its Infinity Kappa Perfect Series with premium speakers for Harley Davidson touring series motorcycles.

Engineered with a IPX5 waterproof rating, the Infinity Kappa Perfect 600x and 900x speakers deliver the ultimate listening experience for two-wheel vehicles made to last for miles and miles. Constructed with Patented Plus One™ Basalt Fiber Woofer Cones and Edge-driven Polyphenylene Sulfide-Dome Tweeters, this system was designed to provide great music performance and legendary bass for every curve in the road.

The removable tweeter design offers coaxial and component system installation options based on riders’ listening preferences, while the grills included provide protection and unmatched fitment with a touch of elegance.

“The new additions to the Kappa Perfect line showcase Infinity’s latest technology, performance, design and dedication to the aftermarket space including two-wheel vehicles. Combining our legendary sound and industrial design, the Kappa Perfect 600x and 900x speakers are engineered to elevate the audio listening experience for riders,” said Shawn Spedding, Director of Sales, Mobile Audio Aftermarket at HARMAN.

Extended Features and Benefits:

• Basalt Fiber Woofer with Plus One™ Technology for Deeper and Bigger Bass: Lightweight Basalt fiber combined with Harman's Patented Plus One™ technology, which not only bring the sound accuracy, but also increase the loudness.
• 1" Edge-driven Polyphenylene Sulfide-Dome Tweeter to Reproduce Perfect Sound: Engineered for motorcycle applications, the 1" Sulfide-Dome in an Edge-driven design is used for perfect sound.
• Removable Tweeter Design offer the Coaxial and Component System Installation Options: The Kappa Perfect coaxial model’s tweeter is smart removable design, which will offer riders the component upgrade based their listening preference by using the included tweeter installation kits.
• IPX5 for the Speaker Front, Weather Resistance for Speaker Back Side: The speakers are specially designed with IPX5 materials for the front side and weather resistance for the back, which provides the freedom to use both in car and motorcycle.
• Neodymium Magnet for Light Weight: Neodymium magnets provide higher efficiency power in small size while reducing its weight, making them ideal for motorcycle applications.

Technical Specifications and Pricing:

Kappa Perfect 600X - Premium 6-1/2" (165mm) Two-way Speakers for Motorcycle

Power Handling: 80Wrms, 240W peak

Sensitivity (@ 2.83V): 95dB

Frequency Response: 60Hz – 20kHz

Impedance: 3.0 ohms

Gross weight: 2.9 kg

Pricing: $549

Available: August 2021

Kappa Perfect 900X - Premium 6" x 9" (168mm x 240mm) Two-way Speakers for Motorcycle

Power Handling: 100Wrms, 300W peak

Sensitivity (@ 2.83V): 95dB

Frequency Response: 50Hz – 20kHz

Impedance: 3.0 ohms

Gross weight: 4.14kg

Pricing: $599

Available: August 2021

In each box, users will find the following:

600X – 2 Speakers, 2 in-line crossovers, 2 tweeter kits, 2 grills for StreetGlide, RoadGlide and Tour Pak Models, Mounting supplies.

900X – 2 Speakers, 2 in-line crossovers, 2 tweeter kits, Left and right cut-out template, 2 Spacers, 2 grills for 2014 – up Harley Davidson saddle bags and mounting supplies.

For additional information visit www.infinityspeakers.com.

HARMAN International (harman.com), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co, LTD., designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 25 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

Shahzadi is Based in the Corporate Offices in Edmonton, AB Canada

EDMONTON, Alberta, Canada, Aug. 4, 2021 – Eleven Engineering, Inc. (www.elevenengineering.com), a market leader in semiconductor products for wireless audio for home theater, multi-room, portable, professional, 12-volt (car, truck, motorcycle, power sports, marine) and gaming applications, is proud to announce that Amna Shahzadi is now the newest member of the company’s growing Research & Development Design Team.         

“It’s an exciting time at Eleven Engineering as worldwide demand of our SKAA technologies and product offerings continues to grow,” said Rex Whitehead, Eleven Engineering executive vice president, sales & marketing. “We are headquartered in a technology hub, and so we are fortunate to have access to a number of young and driven electrical engineers here in Edmonton. Amna is one such professional and we are excited to have her join our team.”

Shahzadi has a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Alberta.

“Eleven Engineering has a number of impressive products on the market and I am excited to be working towards making SKAA a wireless audio standard,” said Shahzadi. “I have only been here a short time but I see that the design team is composed of highly dedicated engineers and I look forward to working with them.”

SKAA wireless lets the integrator easily create a dedicated multi-room home audio superhighway with a long range up to 150 feet with a robust, interference-free low-latency signal eliminating lip-sync issues with TV and gaming. SKAA-enabled products can stream music between them, up to four sets simultaneously – one transmitter to four devices. In environments laden with heavy Wi-Fi and Bluetooth traffic, SKAA navigates through these hostile environments with best-in-class reliability. SKAA also allows for uninterrupted audio signals that are delivered with the highest sound quality to all speakers without the latency that is inherent in other wireless solutions.

SKAA is available as a built-in technology not requiring an external transmitter in purpose-designed partner products. SKAA transmitters work with iOS & Android mobile devices, Mac & Windows computers, televisions, and just about any product with a line output or a headphone jack.

Eleven Engineering breaks down the Seven Deadly Sins of WiFi Audio on its YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tw2iSCuT0x8).

For more on SKAA and the Seven Deadly Sins of WiFi Audio, please subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/user/SKAAwireless and visit SKAA.com.

For additional information, contact Rex Whitehead at 480-650-3979 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For more information on Eleven Engineering, visit www.elevenengineering.com, SKAA wireless YouTube channel, and Facebook.

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada-based Eleven Engineering, Inc. is a market leader in microprocessors SiPs (System in Package) and modules designed for wireless audio for Home Theater, Multi-Room, Portable, and Pro Audio products. Eleven's XInC2 multithreaded processor was designed specifically for digital wireless audio applications but is also well suited for other realtime intensive microprocessor applications.

Eleven's high-performance wireless audio semiconductors, equipped with XInC2 wireless processor cores, are complete solutions for high-quality digital wireless audio transport. WFD™, Eleven's proprietary wireless audio transport protocol, has a narrow footprint in the radio spectrum, delivering both best-in-class coexistence with WiFi / Bluetooth and unparalleled Quality of Service.

STILLWATER, USA – August 3, 2021 -- KICKER® celebrated the anniversaries of 55 employees today, culminating with recognition of KICKER department heads Kim Wright and Lance Noble, both of whom are starting their fourth decade with the company.

“I’m really honored,” said KICKER founder Steve Irby. “It’s rewarding to me to know somebody wants to stay here, and great to see people that are team players. I really value that.” KICKER has been celebrating work anniversaries since the early 1980s.

Held during a company-wide meeting, Irby presented the awards to each honoree. A pin with the KICKER logo was awarded for one year of service, a watch was given for three years and a ring for five years. Awards were also given to employees with 10-to-30-year anniversaries this year.

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.

30-Year Award

- Lance Noble
- Kim Wright

25-Year Award

- Calvin Alexander
- Tammy Warren
- Rod Goodner
- Benny Francis

20-Year Award

- Bill Pendleton
- David Womack
- Greg Dilbeck
- Josh Fletcher
- Michael Wolf
- Scott Waller
- Stephanie Surratt
- Tim Valencia

HKI USA Inc - Dania Beach, FL - As technology changes, markets grow, and people make requests, HKI USA is proud to announce SounDigital’s new EVOX2 series of monoblock amplifiers.

Taking advantage of the patented designs that allowed us to make the EVOX Multichannel amps so small and the theories behind what makes the EVOPS so robust, our world as we know it has changed. We have combined these amplifier families to release a new series of full range mono amplifiers to help solve the need for massive power, small footprints, and great sound quality.

The all new 1600.1 and 3000.1 EVOX2 amplifiers, now available for pre-order, have been a long time in the making while the technology used in them has finally caught up to the demand of our retailers and their clients.

These amplifiers are just the beginning of this new series that will combine the small size and efficiency that we expect from the EVOX line of amplifiers, while offering solutions for the full range power requirements of many high output installations.

The amazing control these amplifiers have are perfect for the traditional application of mono amplifiers pulling subwoofer duty, while their design lends a hand to making sure it is one of the best sounding amplifiers in its category.

For more information about HKI USA and how to become a dealer for SounDigital please visit www.hki-usa.com.

Oklahoma City, OK, July 26th, 2021 -- DD AUDIO®, a manufacturer of high-quality mobile audio products for the masses, is excited to announce that they will be attending the 81st Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2021 in support of their dealer, AV Tech of Gillette, Wyoming. The event will be taking place August 6th-15th, 2021, in Sturgis, SD.

At the event, DD Audio will be debuting their brand new D4.100a amplifier. This will be the first release from their dramatically redesigned D Series amplifiers. The 4 channel, 640 watt, D4.100a is loaded with several features like compact chassis dimensions, single side controls and connections, and conformal PCB coating just to name a few. The combined features result in an amplifier that is able to mount in most motorcycle fairings, easy to set up and tune, and is durable even when faced with harsh environments. Other D Series models are slated to be available in late August.

Kevin Doyle, DD Audio Business Development Technician, said “Sturgis is well known as one of the premier motorcycle shows in the world, and since this amp was designed with motorcycle and powersport applications in mind we felt it was the perfect venue to introduce it to customers.”

If you're attending this year’s event and would like to be one of the first in the world to check out this awesome new amp and much more, AV Tech will be doing onsite installations at their vendor booth. Their booth will be located in the middle of the action on Lazelle Street where they will be showcasing several of the DD Audio products they use when building some of the loudest custom motorcycle audio systems in the Western Mountain states.

As the premier provider of digital marketing and business services to the mobile enhancement industry, 1sixty8 media is positioned to experience high growth in the next 24 months.

Recent infrastructure improvements will provide bandwidth and scalability needed for expansion.

July 21st, 2021 -- Lehighton, PA – 1sixty8 media Inc. today announced its intent to develop and grow a network of representatives in the United States. As the premier provider of digital marketing and business services to the mobile enhancement industry, 1sixty8 media is responsible for creating and managing websites that provide a high ROI for their clients. They are also the exclusive reseller of the Mitchell1 ProDemand software to the mobile enhancement industry. Qualified retailers are able to subscribe to ProDemand at a discounted rate through 1sixty8 media.

When asked what prompted this decision, Mitch Schaffer, president of 1sixty8 media, said, “The first step was to cultivate the team, and I could not be more proud of the team I’ve assembled. The next step was to develop products and services that make money for our clients. Finally, we needed to fine-tune our processes for ease and efficiency and build the infrastructure needed for scalability. With all of that in place, we are ready to level up our client base and believe that engaging a rep force is the perfect way to do it.” Schaffer went on to say that 1sixty8 media recently added two dedicated servers to handle the increased demand.

“We are looking to leverage the existing relationships that 12V reps have to provide hot leads for our team to engage with and close,” Schaffer continued. “We are not looking for active sales.”

Schaffer said that in addition to an attractive initial commission, 1sixty8 media will pay out a quarterly residual on ongoing revenues generated from referred clients.

“This is a win for everyone,” Schaffer said. “For 10 minutes of work, the rep can earn a commission and ongoing residuals, we gain a client, and the retailer acquires a website or other services that provide a high ROI.”

Reps would be required to take part in a 30-minute Zoom meeting with 1sixty8 media to learn about the company and its services. They would be expected to take five to 10 minutes on each sales call to talk about these services. If a retailer shows interest, a simple email introducing the retailer to 1sixty8 media is all that is required.

“This is a great opportunity for a representative to make a good commission up front and an ongoing residual income for very little work,” Schaffer said..

Interested reps should reach out to Mitchell Schaffer at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 570-656-6900 to learn more.

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.

Holly Hill, FL – July 29, 2021 – Axxess® by Metra Electronics® has a new interface, the AXA2B-FD1, designed to retain the A2B® amplifier in Ford’s 2018-up* F-150 and 2017-up* Fusion models. This add-on amplifier interface is used when replacing the factory radio with Metra’s 99-5834CH and 99-5841B TurboTouch® dash kits, which are sold separately. This solution retains the Bang & Olufsen® amplifier with an A2B® input in Ford’s F-150 and retains the Sony® amplifier with an A2B® input in Ford Fusion. This Axxess interface also retains the balance audio feature when replacing the factory radio and is Micro “B” USB updatable.

AXA2B-FD1 Product Specifications:

• Add-on interface for Metra’s 99-5834CH & 99-5841B dash kits
• Allows the amplifier to keep working when replacing the original factory radio
• Retains the Bang and Olufsen® amplifier with an A2B® input in Ford F-150
• Retains the Sony® amplifier with an A2B® input in Ford Fusion
• Retains balance
• Includes a vehicle-specific harness
• Micro “B” USB updatable

*See the vehicle application guide at AxxessInterfaces.com for up-to-date, vehicle specific information.

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.

ALL-NEW Jeep Tuned Audio Kits to showcase at the premier Overlanding event

Loveland, CO – MB Quart is excited to head out to Loveland, Colorado for the Overland Expo®/Mountain West 2021 event. The Overland Expo continues to be the premier Overlanding event series in the entire world and is shaping up to be a fun opportunity for MB Quart to showcase some of the newest product lines, including the ALL-NEW for 2021 Jeep Tuned Audio Kits.

Taking place over the span of three days from August 27th through the 29th, the Overland Expo®/Mountain West 2021 begins on Friday at 9:00 a.m. (GMT) and runs through 3:00 p.m. (GMT) on Sunday. All of the action takes place at “The Ranch,” at 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, Colorado 80538. 250+ exhibitors specializing in overland, outdoor, adventure travel, and motorcycle gear and equipment will be present exhibiting, inspiring others, and showcasing knowledge over the three days.

MB Quart is continually investing in the Overland category and events as they have proven to result in crucial success for demonstrating and showcasing products as the turnout and traffic of consumers have shown incredible interest and returning profit.

Building on the excitement of returning to Overland Expo/Mountain West 2021, Rob Anderson, Marketing & Creative Director, said, “The team at MB Quart and Maxxsonics USA are going all-in on Off-road and Overlanding. We see significant growth and potential in this segment and are very excited to be investing and a part of this industry. The team personally loves the Overlanding lifestyle as we want to bring the audio lifestyle to every adventure.”

MB Quart will be exhibiting at the event, featuring the ALL-NEW lineup of Jeep Tuned Audio Kits. Unleashing exploration with a concert right in your Jeep Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT vehicle, Jeep Tuned Audio Kits bring concert levels of LOUD while remaining completely undistorted on every adventure.

Every purposely engineered Jeep Tuned Audio Kit is a direct replacement for all OEM speakers and features Plug & Play OEM fitment. With 11 different audio kits to choose from, including a Stage 6, 6 speaker, 800-watt stereo speaker upgrade kit that integrates with the OEM source unit, exclusively for the Gladiator JT there is an add-on subwoofer kit that includes 2, 8-inch subwoofers and a 400-watt mono amplifier. The subwoofer enclosure is under the rear passenger seats and will truly make it feel like the concert is happening right there in the back seat.

For a breakdown on what Jeep Tuned Audio Kit is perfect for your vehicle installation, head over to the MB Quart website at https://mbquart.com/shop/products/mobile/mobile-vehicle-kits/.

Hear and see all of the newest products from MB Quart at Overland Expo®/Mountain West 2021. See complete event details at https://www.overlandexpo.com/mtn-west/.

MB Quart is the high-end audio brand known for its most elaborate and distinctive designs while producing rich sound quality. Founded in 1962, MB Quart began producing professional studio microphones and headphones at its headquarters in Obrigheim, Germany. Through research, innovation, and a dedication to the highest standard of sound quality, MB Quart continues to grow its product line throughout its 50-year history. Our slogan, Music Defined, is the superior standard to how MB Quart holds itself accountable for pushing the bar forward. Consumers of these products can experience a wide range of audio solutions that will deliver for all of their needs for Powersports and marine machines. The MB Quart brand is owned by Maxxsonics USA, based near Chicago, IL.

For additional information, go to the brand website at https://mbquart.com/about.

Established in 2001, Maxxsonics USA is a global leader in the mobile, marine, and Powersports audio industries specializing in designing and manufacturing power amplifiers, speakers, subwoofers, and accessories branded Hifonics, MB Quart, Crunch, and Autotek. Additionally, Maxxsonics USA is the premier OEM audio supplier of audio solutions/systems for Jeep Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT vehicles, Kawasaki off-road vehicles, and Polaris® off-road vehicles.

For additional information, go to the corporate website at https://maxxsonics.com/.

STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® announces its return to DuneFest at the Oregon Dunes Recreation Area in Winchester Bay, from July 27 through August 1.

KICKER will be on hand to support longtime DuneFest sponsor and KICKER authorized dealer Brad’s Car Tunes (Eugene, Ore.), which will have a booth area in Vendors Row during the event. Brad’s Car Tunes will have multiple show cars in the KICKER booth, including a Jeep® Gladiator and a pair of Polaris® RZRs® all with custom installs. Brad’s Car Tunes will be offering on-site installations and products available to purchase during the six-day event.

DuneFest is packed with family-fun experiences throughout the week. In conjunction with JetCity FMX freestyle motocross demo team, KICKER rider and X Games medalist Robert Haslam will take to the air in a wild freestyle show all week long. Haslam and other JetCity FMX riders will also host a youth mini-camp for kids 7-13 years, teaching them basic maintenance and long-jumping skills.

A poker run, long-jump contests, treasure hunts and multiple races across the dunes offer riders plenty to try from sunup to sundown. As evening sets in, night rides will be offered in addition to live music Friday and Saturday nights.

For more information, consumers can go online to www.dunefest.com and www.bradscartunes.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 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.

Jeep is a registered trademark of FCA US, LLC.

Polaris and RZR are registered trademarks of Polaris Industries, Inc.

Long Beach, Calif., July 19^th, 2021 KENWOOD USA is honored to recognize the retirement of Rick Snelson, (now previous) owner of the Car-Fi Mobile Electronics retail stores in Springfield and Nixa, Missouri.

Recently we had the opportunity to speak with Rick Snelson (now former owner of Car-Fi, MO). Snelson recently announced he was retiring and selling his Car-Fi retail stores. As a loyal supporter of KENWOOD for over 4 decades, we wanted to learn the tips and tricks he used to succeed in the world of 12-volt retail.

“It all started with the inspiration of my entrepreneurial father who chose to open up a TV and Appliance store when I was 15 years old. At that time, I was going to school for half of the day, and working the other half, learning the nuts and bolts of customer service,” said Snelson. Seven years later, he accelerated into his own ventures of ownership and sales management, of which soon-after he was introduced to KENWOOD, selling it for the first time at a store called Stereo Buff in Springfield, MO. His keen business sense and talent was quickly sought after, and by 1981 was recruited by World Radio in Council Bluffs, IA as their buyer.   He worked with them to build their storefronts from 3 to 20 in a matter of years, where KENWOOD was their lead brand.

So, where does one go from here you may ask? Snelson had an appetite for bringing happiness and excitement to customers through his love of cars, music, and the experience achieved from that combination. It was this notion that led Snelson to open up Car-Fi in Springfield, MO in 1986 as the FIRST Car Audio only store in Springfield, MO.  

The city of Springfield could feel his love for the music, as they helped him propel the business to a staff of over 14, with a 2 million dollar a year revenue by the store’s second year in business...and that was just the beginning! “At that time, we were selling cassette players, both shaft and pullout style…primarily KENWOOD (remember they created the first aftermarket removable anti-theft radio?).” We also capitalized on our local limousine business, of which an alignment with a strategic partner in the wholesale industry (George Hillman) yielded substantial results.

By the late 90’s, Car-Fi grew to 5 million dollars a year in annual sales in a city of just 150,000 people. “Capturing this sort of revenue required significant promoting,” said Snelson. “In order to earn and grow your business, you must not only provide exceptional customer service, but you also have to make it fun. Sometimes I feel like I took that a bit too far… but it worked!”

Snelson was known for some outrageous sales promotions, such as the Jello Jump. No, that’s not a typo…Snelson would literally put 100 marbles in a physical pool filled with Jello. The marbles had numbers on them that correlated to a specific prize (everything from t-shirts to radios). 3,000+ people would attend the events.   You couldn’t drive onto or even close to the parking lot filled with customers. Other events included car giveaways, sound-offs, and even manager on the roof sales, where he or a manager would get on the roof and live up there for days. “We couldn’t come down until we hit our sales goals,” said Snelson. “We literally had a port-a-potty on it. Radio DJ’s would be there giving things away all day, making it a fun event for all who attended.”

When we asked Snelson about what type of sales promotions he would recommend, he stated that of all the promotions they held, his tent or warehouse sales have always been the most beneficial. “I don’t think there’s anything better than a tent/warehouse sale,” said Snelson. “We would bring in $150,000 in sales on a 3-day weekend event. I would highly recommend this type of event to any 12-volt retail store location. You need to make it a selling event.”

Throughout Snelson’s career, he was pivotal in many industry organizations. When In Car Experts (ICE) debuted as a 12-volt buying/marketing group, he was one of its very first members, helping to put it together with David Schwartz. Shortly after, he became one of the first 5 board members of the Mobile Electronics Specialists of America (MESA), a 12-volt buying/marketing group led by its Executive Director Ryan Gunter.

Snelson has also been no stranger to charity work and giving back to his community, even giving away one of his vans filled with gear to a charity that will carry on this legacy.   He’s supported a teen homeless outreach program for many years, helping them to get clothing and supplies for school. He even put a rack out in front of his store with a sign reading: “Need a coat, take one. Want to help? Leave one.” “I have known Snelson for over 30 years,” said Brett Phelps of Progressive Sales and Marketing, who represents the KENWOOD line for Snelson’s “former” territory. “He has a huge heart and would walk through glass for people he barely knew when they genuinely needed his help. It’s been an honor to have worked with and been a friend of Snelson for all these years.”

“What’s driven me year after year is that I’ve never lost sight that the music matters,” said Snelson. “From the way we present the product from the time a customer walks in the door, to the final in-car demonstration, the way the music sounds and that smile on your customer’s face is what truly matters and makes it all worthwhile.”

We at KENWOOD want to offer our sincerest appreciation to Snelson for his loyalty and support of the KENWOOD line over the years, and we wish him the best in his retirement.    

For more information about KENWOOD, please visit www.kenwood.com/usa/car.

About JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation

JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation and is a leading developer of car entertainment 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 KENWOOD USA at 1-800-536-9663 or visit us at http://us.jvckenwood.com and www.kenwood.com/usa.                                    

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Designed to Fit 2015-up* Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 Models

Holly Hill, FL – July 16, 2021 – Metra Electronics® is now shipping two new dash kits with their biggest built-in touchscreen yet; a 7-inch color display. These new TurboTouch® dash kits are the first of their kind, with previous kits in this series having a 4.3-inch built-in touchscreen in addition to the opening for the aftermarket radio screen. The 95-6552B dash kit fits 2015 and up* Dodge Charger models and the 95-6553B fits 2015 and up* Chrysler 300 models, giving the interior a high-tech, upgraded look and feel. The kits include the necessary wiring harness, antenna adapter, steering wheel control interface, USB/AUX-IN replacement panel, and data interface for a complete installation.

On both kits, the built-in 7-inch touchscreen displays and controls all climate and most of the personalization features that would typically be lost when removing the factory radio components. The kits also retain the factory audio controls on the steering wheel, retain the factory backup camera, safety chimes, and R.A.P. (Retained Accessory Power). Modifications are necessary for the bottom part of the dashboard, and replacement parts to retain the USB panel and the factory 3.5mm AUX-IN jack are included. These kits also provide accessory power (12volt 10-amp) and provide NAV outputs for parking brake, reverse, and speed sense. Balance and fade audio features are also retained, but only in non-amplified models. Both dash kits are designed for standard Double-DIN radios to go below the built-in 7-inch touchscreen and are painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory appearance.

95-6552B: Fits 2015-up* Dodge Charger

95-6553B: Fits 2015-up* Chrysler 300

Product Specifications

• Built-in 7-inch color touchscreen display for climate and personalization features
• Includes Axxess interface to retain the climate and steering wheel control functions
• Provides accessory power (12-volt 10-amp)
• Retains R.A.P. (Retained Accessory Power)
• Provides NAV outputs (parking brake, reverse, speed sense)
• Retains audio controls on the steering wheel
• Retains safety warning chimes
• Retains the factory backup camera
• Retains the factory 3.5mm AUX-IN jack and USB (with replacement parts included)
• Retains balance and fade (non-amplified models only)
• Works in both amplified and non-amplified systems
• Sub-dash modifications are necessary
• Painted scratch-resistant matte black
• Wiring harness included
• Antenna adapter included
• Micro “B” USB updatable

*See MetraOnline.com for up-to-date, vehicle specific information.

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.

The New RGB+W Kit Fits 2020-2021 Corvette C8 Models and Allows You to Upgrade Your Lights to Any Color Imaginable

METAIRIE, LA, July 16, 2021 – Oracle Lighting (www.oraclelights.com), the market leader in high-quality and innovative LED solutions for the automotive/12Volt, power sports, marine, and motorcycle markets, is proud to announce that the new ColorSHIFT® RGB+W Headlight DRL Upgrade for the 2020-2021 Chevrolet Corvette C8 is now available with an MSRP of $299.95.

Get a head-turning style on your C8 with a new color-changing DRL accessory from ORACLE Lighting. “Our 2020-2021 Chevrolet C8 Corvette ColorSHIFT® RGB+A DRL kit allows you to upgrade your lights to any color imaginable,” explained Justin Hartenstein, Oracle Lighting director of product development. “It includes turn signal functionality so that the DRL maintains an amber flasher feature for the turn signal.”

Use one of Oracle Lighting’s ColorSHIFT® controllers with the Corvette C8 color-changing lights to choose from a variety of colors, patterns, and themes. Then, simply switch the lights back to white for legal on-road use.

Installation is simple and does not require disassembling or cutting the headlights. Simply replace the factory DRL circuit board with Oracle’s ColorSHIFT® circuit board and connect to the Oracle ColorSHIFT® controller of your choice.

“Getting a custom look on your Corvette shouldn’t be a hassle,” Hartenstein continued. “We’ve engineered this product for the best user experience possible. The straight-forward plug-and-play wiring makes the install easy even for a novice. We also used a new heat sink design so there won’t be any surprises down the road. This provides more efficient thermal management that is crucial to ensure peak performance and longevity for the customer.”

Additional features and specifications include:

• Bright output with less power consumption
• True amber turn signal functionality
• Control colors, brightness, speed, and functions with controller
• Customized look with even more personalization with ColorSHIFT® technology
• 1-year warranty

“White and amber are road-legal colors…other colors are not intended for on-road use so please verify your state and local driving laws,” Hartenstein concluded. “Using the latest lighting technology, our cutting-edge LED kits are a great way to personalize your ride with show-stopping looks and industry-leading performance.”

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/12-volt, 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.