Wonderbar™ is designed for vintage GM vehicles and is SiriusXM-Ready™ 

HENDERSON, NV – June 2017 -Retro Manufacturing is now shipping its newest radio offering: Wonderbar™.  

RetroSound®'s Wonderbar™ radio is designed to work with classic GM vehicles originally equipped with a Wonderbar radio. Wonderbar™ is SiriusXM-Ready™ and connects to the SiriusXM SXV300 Connect Vehicle Tuner (sold separately, subscription required) without the need for special adapters.

Wonderbar™ is a full-featured radio, with Made-For-iPod®/iPhone® compatibility and built-in Bluetooth® for hands-free calling and wireless audio streaming. A powerful 25 watts RMS x 4 channel amplifier is built in, and RCA pre-outs – plus subwoofer output – are provided for adding external amplifiers. Wonderbar™ has a 32,000 color display to customize it to your vehicle’s interior. Two USB inputs for iPod/iPhone or USB flash drives and two standard auxiliary inputs provide plenty of flexibility.

Wonderbar™ also features a fully-functional Wonder Bar that seeks to the next or previous station or MP3 track. Officially-licensed Chevrolet screen protectors that mimic the look of the original analogue radio dial are available separately. Wonderbar™ has a suggested retail of $419.99 and is available now.

6-19-2017, EDMOND, Okla. — Petra Industries announced the release of its 2017 catalog to independent dealers, e-tailers and installers all over the U.S.

Petra has expanded their catalog to include more than 20,000 products, and also features informative articles covering a range of topics to give their customers a leg up in meeting their business needs and improving their industry acumen. At a mammoth 1370 pages, this catalog features more than 500 leading brands and is pleased to debut some newcomers to the Petra product family like EzSolar® with their line of solar outdoor lights, Switchmate’s smart home accessories, StreamSmart with innovative solutions for cord cutters, UpCart® featuring stair climbing carts and so many more.

“Everyday Petra strives to be Best in Class in an unrelenting pursuit of excellence and this catalog is exactly why this mindset pays off,” said Tate Morgan, Petra President. “It includes a massive effort guided by what our customers want, insuring the service and product selection that they have come to rely on from their distributor.”

Petra customers should be receiving their catalog any day now. Interested in becoming a Petra customer or getting your hands on this brand new book? Visit www.petra.com or give Petra a call at 800-443-6975. 

6-19-2017, ELKHART, IN. – Jordan Lucas has joined ASA Electronics as the Public Relations Specialist for our marketing department. Lucas is responsible for writing literature, advertisement copy, and press releases for new ASA products and partnerships.

“I’m really enjoying my position at ASA thus far. My job lets me do the thing I am good at and love doing: write! I was told by a family friend from a very young age that I’d make an excellent sales person, and I’m able to channel that persuasiveness into writing about our products,” Lucas said.

Lucas is native to the Michiana area and is a recent graduate from Indiana University South Bend where she majored in Communication with a concentration in Journalism. After a brief foray into the world of TV broadcast, Lucas decided to pursue different avenues.

“We are so glad to have Jordan here. She’s catching on fast considering she’s brand new to the industry and I think her skill set is going to be an excellent addition to our marketing team,” Marketing Manager, Monica Pletcher, said.

When Lucas isn’t pecking away at her keyboard, she enjoys knitting, learning about new things, and spending time with her cat, Ferdinand.

GSR-G01 (Chevy) & GSR-101 (Toyota) Adds SiriusXM® Satellite Radio To 2018 Chevrolet and Toyota Vehicles.

June 14, 2017 - VAIS Technology has released two new satellite radio integrated solutions specifically designed for 2018 models. These solutions add SiriusXM® satellite radio to the existing OEM factory stereo, without compromising functionality.

“Since 2003, VAIS Technology has been developing satellite radio kits for vehicles that aren’t equipped from the factory with SiriusXM® tuners,” Dennis Hopper, Vice President of Sales, says. “While satellite radio is more popular than ever, approximately 4 million new vehicles a year still don't come equipped from the factory with satellite tuners. Our company develops simple, easy to install integrated adapters that add satellite radio but preserve factory functionality.”

These integrated units connect directly to the original Chevrolet and Toyota factory stereos and allow the vehicle owner to listen to satellite radio through the existing factory stereo system. The VAIS adapter kit also allows for full control of satellite radio functions - steering wheel controls, changing stations, setting presets, etc. - with the factory radio controls.

To learn more about the 2018 Chevrolet and Toyota units from VAIS Technology, visit http://www.vaistech.com.

6-12-2017 -- AVIDWORX Productions has launched an update for BUSINESSWORX - a marketing, business measurement, and customer relations software platform built for retailers in the 12-volt and mobile electronics industry. The revised software captures data from leading retail point-of-sale and accounting systems and puts that data to work generating more revenues.

“We went back to the drawing board to focus on all the tools and data points that retailers in this industry need to manage their businesses and stay top-of-mind with consumers,” says Marcel Newell, President of AVIDWORX Productions. “Whether its interactive retail showcases or software, our goal is always the same - to give retailers the tools they need grow their business.”

BUSINESSWORX is web-based software that can be accessed by retailers anytime, anywhere, effectively replacing over half a dozen other software productivity tools many stores are currently using. As well, BUSINESSWORX has focused on automating marketing and customer loyalty as much as possible, freeing up time for busy store owners and managers.

The updated version of BUSINESSWORX is launching with five components - MAILWORX newsletter templates and mailing campaigns, LOYALTYWORX automated customer loyalty programs and surveys, DASHWORX revenue analysis, CLIENTWORX client mapping, and MEDIAWORX to manage on-screen content in your store. The PRICEWORX price tag creator is being rolled out this week, to be followed later this month by the REVIEWWORX online review system (a module that is accessible through LOYALTYWORX. New modules are planned every three-to-six months.

AVIDWORX is currently offering free 30-day trials to test the software and, starting on Wednesday, June 21, will be offering weekly webinars to demonstrate the software.

For the free trial, or to sign up for the webinar, please visit www.businessworx.com.

Enhanced Safety on the Road With New HeadsUp™ OBDII Add-on LED Display from Scosche
Oxnard, Calif. – (June 8, 2017) – SCOSCHE Industries has announced the availability of the new HeadsUp™ OBDII Add-on LED Display. Designed to enable drivers to easily see their vehicle’s speed, temperature and more – displayed directly onto their windshield – this is the latest addition to Scosche’s recently introduced new line of SAFETECH™ products, products designed to promote a smarter, safer driving experience. 

“We all know that taking your eyes off the road – even a couple of seconds – can have serious consequences,” said Chris Cowles, Director of Marketing at Scosche. “The HeadsUp™ OBDII Add-on LED Display is a small convenient display product for safer diving. This discreet display allows you to reduce the number of times you take your eyes off the road by showing your speed in MPH or Km/H, engine RPM and key status indicators right on your windshield. It’s one of many new SAFETECH designed products you’ll see from Scosche in the coming months.”

The new HeadsUp LED Display enables the user to program alerts for when their vehicle reaches certain speeds, temperatures and voltages. It features a multi-color 3.0" High Bright LED Display, which will auto- adjust brightness to ensure maximum visibility for day or night driving. The HeadsUp LED Display works with all vehicles manufactured since 2001. 

HeadsUp™ OBDII Add-on LED Display (Part Number: HUD2) is available now at scosche.com for $39.99 MSRP. Follow @SCOSCHE on Twitter, Facebook, GOOGLE+, Instagram, Pinterest and LinkedIn for the latest news on all of the company’s award-winning consumer tech and car audio products and accessories. And check out our Blog for informative articles on emerging technologies, as well as our products.

ELKHART, IN. – ASA Electronics and XKGLOW of Athens, Illinois, has announced a new global partnership. ASA has the privilege of bringing XKGLOW’s revolutionary LED light system, XKCHROME, to the marine industry.

In addition to the exclusive marine partnership, ASA will also be offering the XKCHROME lighting system to the RV industry. XKCHROME is the latest smartphone controlled LED lighting system from XKGLOW. The company pioneered that market in 2010 and has spent the last seven years consistently upping their game. ASA’s commitment to quality engineering continues to push XKGLOW’s product to the next level.

“ASA is known for providing super high quality products to their customers. XKGLOW has always had good quality, but we’ve never had to meet such rigorous testing procedures. ASA is requiring us to raise the bar for quality,” XKGLOW CEO and Director of Design, Dan Julian, said. 

Through the partnership with XKGLOW, ASA is now able to offer our customers truly unique and completely customizable lighting systems that are easy to use. With the XKCHROME system and free smartphone app, users can decide on a whim what color they want to see. Gamma Correction Technology offers and endless spectrum of LED colors to choose from, even letting users “capture” color with their phone’s camera and see it immediately appear as LED light. The all new Music Sync function will even match lighting to the melody of the music.

“As a technology company that is always searching for differentiation, we are excited to partner with XKGLOW to bring a new level of lighting and lighting control to the marine industry. The XKCHROME app is a game changer that offers amazing versatility and customization while being extremely user friendly,” ASA Marine Industry Manager, Matt Wood, said. 

ASA Electronics® has been designing and manufacturing mobile electronic products for the Marine, RV, PowerSports, Agricultural, Construction, Commercial Vehicle, and Bus industries since 1977. Their proprietary brands are JENSEN®, JENSEN Marine®, JENSEN Heavy Duty®, Marine Audio®, Voyager® and ADVENT® Air. ASA is also a distributor in specialty markets for 2602 Marina Drive · Elkhart, Indiana 46514 www.ASAElectronics.com. SiriusXM® Satellite Radio and Polk Ultramarine® products. For more information, please visit www.ASAElectronics.com.

Theme for annual show and conference in Dallas focuses on driving business to a higher level

NORTH ANDOVER, MASS., June 13, 2017 (MEDIAWIRE) — The Mobile Electronics Association™ (MEA) announced the theme for its 2017 KnowledgeFest™ trade show and conference, scheduled for August 11-14 at the Dallas Convention Center and Omni Dallas Hotel in Dallas. "Accelerate" will be depicted on all show signs and artwork, signifying a call for industry professionals to take their expertise, drive and professionalism to a higher level.

The KnowledgeFest program will accelerate as well. The conference’s educational tracks will focus on more advanced topics created to build a more professional industry. The three-class course format introduced last year will be enhanced with a building-block learning approach, as well as a broader view of how the chosen curriculum works within the store structure. Attendees who complete each course will receive wall certificates marking their achievement.

This year’s move to the Dallas Convention Center allows the event to grow both in attendance and number of exhibitors, including several new exhibitors from growth categories such as power sports, connected car and driver assistance. The expanded exhibit floor gives attendees the opportunity to look at new product and business opportunities.

“Dallas 2017 will provide the educational horsepower to accelerate a retailer’s business into the next level of performance,” said Chris Cook, MEA president. “Delivering on MEA’s mission to educate, inform and empower the industry, this year’s event will deliver attendees an advantage, accelerating them past retailers who continue to follow the same old methods.”

The KnowledgeFest theme is chosen annually by MEA after carefully evaluating changing trends that directly affect the mobile electronics community. A year ago, the “Shift” theme prepared retailers to keep up with changing technology trends in and around the mobile electronics industry. “Accelerate” focuses on providing the tools to leverage that preparation for growth and profitability.

Registration for KnowledgeFest 2017 is open to all mobile electronics retail industry professionals and technicians, and attendees will be able to select and reserve space in education courses in the coming weeks. For more information, please visit knowledgefest.org.   

6-12-2017 -- DS18 is entering the Marine, ATV & UTV market with its all element series called HYDRO. DS18 realized that the power-sport category was growing and they couldn’t resist the opportunity. HYDRO is an all-inclusive speaker line that has all the necessary components to make builds loud and unique. It is IP65 Marine Grade Compliant and boasts 100% UV Protection.

The HYDRO line is comprised of 2-Way Coaxial Speakers in 6.5” and 8” configuration with titanium dome PEI surround tweeters, as well as the option for a 10” Subwoofer. Along with these speakers DS18 has included top of the line towers that can come pre-loaded with their HYDRO speakers, or empty to give the customer the option to fill their stylish pods with any speakers they want. All speakers and towers include built in RGB lights and come in three colors; Black Carbon Fiber Finish (metal mesh grill), Glossy Red (sporty black grill), or Glossy White (sporty white grill).

This Series makes builds different in every way. DS18 thought ahead of the curve and went all in with Hydro, taking it beyond our wildest imagination. Hydro can be used in many applications from boats, jet-skis, side by sides, motorcycles, and even in Jeeps. This is where they got the idea of building the DS18 Jeep, “Mr DS18” as they call it. This Jeep has all hydro speakers in it with a custom made Rear Roll bar to mount 4 Hydro CFTP8 – 8” Tower Speakers facing the rear, and in the middle of the Jeep they mounted 2 Hydro CF8 – 2-way 8” Coax Speakers facing downwards in the factory location, but a custom job was necessary to fit the 8” in the factory sound bar. DS18 also added 2 Hydro NXL6 – 2-way 6” Speakers in the front to replace the factory dash speakers. Remember all the Hydro Series Speakers have built in RGB led lights, so it is essential to have the grill on for protection.

HYDRO SERIES
NXL SERIES --- AVAILABLE IN RED OR WHITE
NXL6 - 2 WAY 6.5” SPEAKER SYSTEM 300 WATTS MAX / 100 WATTS RMS
NXL8 - 2 WAY 8” SPEAKER SYSTEM 375 WATTS MAX / 125 WATTS RMS
NXL6TP - 2 WAY 6.5” TOWER SPEAKER SYSTEM 300 WATTS MAX / 100 WATTS RMS
NXL8TP - 2 WAY 8” TOWER SPEAKER SYSTEM 375 WATTS MAX / 125 WATTS RMS

CF SERIES
CF6 – 2 WAY 6.5” SPEAKER SYSTEM 375 WATTS MAX / 125 WATTS RMS
CF8 – 2 WAY 8” SPEAKER SYSTEM 425 WATTS MAX / 150 WATTS RMS
CF6TP – 2 WAY 6.5” TOWER SPEAKER 375 WATTS MAX / 125 WATTS RMS
CF8TP – 2 WAYS 8” TOWER SPEAKER 425 WATTS MAX / 150 WATTS RMS

CF10SUB – 10” SINGLE 4OHM VOICE 600 WATTS MAX / 300 WATTS RMS **

Based in Germany, Steinmetz Will Help Sell and Promote Eleven and its SKAA Technology Throughout the Continent

EDMONTON, Alberta, Canada, June 8, 2017 – Eleven Engineering, Inc. (www.elevenengineering.com), a manufacturer of semiconductor products for wireless audio for home theater, multi-room, outdoor, portable, professional, 12-volt (car, truck, motorcycle, power sports, marine) and gaming applications, is proud to announce that industry veteran Ralf Steinmetz has joined the company as Sales Representative – Europe, effective immediately.

“As Eleven Engineering and our SKAA technology both continue to grow on a worldwide scale, we needed a proven sales leader who could be the face and at the forefront of our European operations and work alongside our partner companies and customers already there,” said Rex Whitehead, Eleven Engineering director of sales, North America. “Ralf has all of the qualities and experience we required in the consumer electronics industries to continue to increase Eleven and SKAA’s presence in Europe. We are excited to have Ralf on board.”

Based in Siegsdorf, Germany, Steinmetz has held several positions within global manufacturing companies over the past three decades across Europe, N. America, Africa, and Asia, including director of sales, marketing, product development, strategic planning, and international financial analysis.

“Eleven is at the forefront of wireless technologies across numerous CE markets, which provides very exciting opportunities for both sales and as an OEM provider for manufacturers throughout Europe,” explained Steinmetz, who has worked with such international consumer electronics companies as Rockford Fosgate, Blaupunkt, Telefunken, and others. “SKAA is quickly becoming an industry standard, and I am looking forward to help build the brand.”

SKAA (www.SKAA.com) is the new wireless HiFi audio standard developed by Eleven Engineering, Inc. 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. SKAA is also available as a built-in technology not requiring an external transmitter in purpose-designed partner products, which are featured at SKAA.com. SKAA navigates hostile environments saturated in wireless traffic with best-in-class reliability, and delivers uninterrupted audio with the highest sound quality to all speakers without the latency that is inherent in other wireless solutions.

For more 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..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For more information on Eleven Engineering, visit www.SKAA.comand www.elevenengineering.com.

Complete Audio Offering with Multiple Stages Ensures Customers Sound As Good As They Look

TEMPE, Ariz. – June 8, 2017 – Rockford Fosgate (www.rockfordfosgate.com), has announced a distribution agreement with Yamaha Parts and Accessories, a division of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., for a new line of motorsports audio solutions specific to Yamaha’s YXZ1000R Side-by-Side models. The four individual audio systems are now available.

“With the ever growing popularity of the Yamaha YXZ1000R and the limited high quality audio offerings available, we have developed multiple class leading kits that offer options for source unit integration to complete high performance audio solutions,” explained Jake Braaten, Rockford Vice President of New Product Development and Engineering. “All of the products are designed to perform while out in the elements, and we keep the installation simple by offering very efficient plug-and-play kits designed to fit factory locations on the YXZ1000R. Our systems are engineered and tested to last, no matter whether in the mud, sand, or on rough mountain trails.”

From as low as $349.99 for a YXZ-STAGE1 solution up to a modest $2,199.99 for a complete YXZ-STAGE4 400-watt amplified stereo audio system, Rockford Fosgate has all the gear anyone could ever need. All system components carry the Rockford Fosgate sound signature while meeting element-ready standards for outdoor situations, including rain, wind, dust, and UV protection.

“Yamaha developed the perfect Side-By-Side for any terrain, and our collaboration with Rockford Fosgate enhances this by letting the owner put a soundtrack to their day,” said Frank Pittman, Vice President, Customer Support Group, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. “Depending on personal taste and the desired outcome, the YXZ1000R owner has their choice of one of four stages that can build on each other. We already offer fantastic customization opportunities on the accessory side so this was the perfect evolution.”

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

6-7-2017, Mobile Electronics Magazine -- Everyone lives by their own philosophy. Some believe that their own moral compass or religious beliefs should guide every decision. Others feel all that matters is ambition and getting ahead. Still others find a mixture between those two opposites to create their own belief system.

In the field of Philosophy, there are many concepts used to shape people's personal truths. One is the concept of Absolute Truth, which requires fixed, invariable, unalterable facts in order to be true. An example of this is that there are no square circles or round squares. It's either one or the other. Of course, some people might argue the opposite simply because for them, it might be true. Therefore, in a way, any given truth is left to the determination of the individual.

One thing that you can take to the bank as a certainty, however, is that Ata Ehdaivand, owner of Absolute Electronix in Rockville, Md. is unrelenting in how he does business—which is the main reason his store is so profitable. While there's no denying that the sound strategy of having a visible location just 200 feet from the town's main road is part of the shop's winning streak, Ehdaivand believes that individuality and an intolerance for foolishness from his staff may be a larger piece of the puzzle.

"I'm very direct. I just do things the way I want to. There's no rhyme or reason. My employees don't always understand it. I don't always think the way the status quo operates. That's just me in a nutshell," Ehdaivand said. "Everybody is part of the team. The only time I really need to get involved is when things get super bad. They know the marching orders."

With over 20 years of experience under his belt, Ehdaivand has had plenty of time to perfect his method of management, especially given how it took most of those years for him to scratch his itch and open his own store. Like many in the industry, the itch began for Ehdaivand as a teenager. 

"My parents bought me an old Camry with an AM/FM radio, but no tape player. The guy behind the counter didn't understand what a deck was. He was really rude. They put the radio in my car, did a bad job, I fixed the radio," he said. Finding he had a niche, Ehdaivand began working in the industry, working his way up to manager at medium-sized chain, Meyr-Emco. "When I do something I jump in head first. I'm kind of over the edge. If I'm gonna do something, I'm addicted to it," he said.

Despite making six figures in different positions throughout his career, Ehdaivand realized he needed something more to believe in and started Absolute Electronix out of his garage in 2011. The initial work focused solely on custom builds and installation work. But the work tumbled in enough for him to hire help and eventually find the need to open his own store.

"It just got to the point where on a Saturday, I would work from nine a.m. to eight p.m. and make more in one day than I made all week. It started the wheels in my head and made me go to the next step," he said. "A friend of mine worked at a tire place. Next to it, there was a bay that no one used. He said I had to take it."

After four years in that location, the building was sold, which forced the company to move to a location with twice the size. "That's when it started to go crazy. We did 40K a month at the old location. Then 60K a month in revenue at the new location. Eventually we just ran out of space," Ehdaivand said. "A management company approached me about a new facility that was right around the corner. We moved there and went from 60 to 80K a month when we hired Del Ellis. That was really when things started to go crazy. Where we were, there were mechanic shops. There were cars everywhere."

The new location had a dedicated wood working room already in place. The store was built at the break-neck pace of one week, thanks largely to the help of the shop's staff, according to Ehdaivand. Today, the store is more profitable than ever, set to hit its highest monthly revenue ever at around 90K. Ehdaivand attributes the profitability to his staff's work ethic, customer service and the discipline to effort for continuous improvement. 

"Our shop is traditional retail with a boutique edge. It's one of those deals where we have a lot of displays. We have speakers for $100 and $5,000 on display. We have something for everyone," he said. "The goal here is to make friends. The more friends you make, the more you'll be successful. It sounds cliché, but you really just want to take care of people. They pay the bills for my daughter's gym class. Whoever it is, they work hard for their money, we just have to be there for them." 

Read the rest of the story HERE.

Holly Hill, FL - June 2017 – C5 Generation Corvette owners (model years 1997-2004) can upgrade their radios using Metra’s new dash kit solution, the DP-3021B. Metra has built a replacement dash panel that reaches from the center console up to the center of the dash, creating a new opening for an aftermarket Double-DIN radio.

This large dash kit replaces the factory panel. Supplied instructions and installation template provide the help needed for the minor sub-dash modifications required for relocating climate controls. No custom work or cutting of the factory bezel is required. The dash kit is painted scratch-resistant black to match the original dash appearance.

The DP-3021B is made in the USA with the highest quality ABS plastics using injection molding technology to ensure a superior design and fit. This kit is now in stock and shipping, and available to authorized Metra Dealers and Distributors.

Please visit http://www.metraonline.com/part/DP-3021B to download a product sales sheet, instructions and to view specific, up to date vehicle applications for this part.

Autocare.org -- BETHESDA, MD – June 1, 2017 – In a major victory for the auto care industry, the Supreme Court upheld the legal precedent of patent exhaustion, which states that a company’s right to protect its patent ends when the product is sold to the end user. Information from an amicus brief submitted to the Supreme Court by the Auto Care Association was used by Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. in reversing the Federal Circuit decision that would have been damaging to the manufacture and sales of aftermarket parts.

The case, Impression Products, Inc. v. Lexmark International, Inc., involved the ability of Lexmark to restrict purchasers from reusing their printer cartridges or providing the used cartridges to anyone other than Lexmark. The Federal Circuit case determined patent holders can retain rights after sale as long as the restrictions on use are clearly communicated.

“While the case applied to printer cartridges, the impact of the Federal Circuit decision would have been extensive, restricting the ability of companies to produce and sell aftermarket and remanufactured parts based on the fear of violating a car company’s patent,” said Bill Hanvey, president and CEO, Auto Care Association.

If upheld, the Federal Circuit decision would have provided patent holders with extensive power over how consumers repair and maintain the vehicles that they own. Understanding this impact, Chief Justice Roberts used the following analogy in the Supreme Court ruling:

“Take a shop that restores and sells used cars. The business works because the shop can rest assured that, so long as those bringing in the cars own them, the shop is free to repair and resell those vehicles. That smooth flow of commerce would sputter if companies that make the thousands of parts that go into a vehicle could keep their patent rights after the first sale. Those companies might, for instance, restrict resale rights and sue the shop owner for patent infringement. And even if they refrained from imposing such restrictions, the very threat of patent liability would force the shop to invest in efforts to protect itself from hidden lawsuits. Either way, extending the patent rights beyond the first sale would clog the channels of commerce, with little benefit from the extra control that the patentees retain. And advances in technology, along with increasingly complex supply chains, magnify the problem.”

Read the rest of the story HERE.

6-7-2017 -- Addictive Audio Inc. has announced the release of its latest series of amplifiers, called Boost.

Boost Series amplifiers are Addictive Audio’s entry level amplifier line, but are packed with features typically not seen in value based products. There are currently two models of amplifiers, the B450.1, 450 watt mono subwoofer amplifier and the B250.4, 4 channel amplifier. They are shipping now.

Common features:

• Robust MOSFET power supply components
• Double sided, 2 oz. copper printed circuit board
• High efficiency (B450.1 – 79%) (B250.4 – 77%)
• Elegant cosmetic design
• Compact chassis – fits where you have space
• Engineered and built to last – not another disposable product

B450.1:

• 450 watts x 1 at 2 ohms, 225 watts x 1 at 4 ohms, and designed to outperform rated specs
• Switchable 12db or 24db/octave low pass filter slope
• Low pass filter variable from 50hz to 300hz
• 0°-180° phase switch
• Variable 0-18db bass boost at 45hz
• Variable subsonic filter – great for protecting woofers in vented boxes
• RCA and high level input with smart turn on
• Bass knob included

B250.4:

• 65 watts x 4 at 4 ohm stereo, 135 watts x 2 at 4 ohm mono (2 channel mode)
• 3 channel capability
• Separate high pass, low pass, flat crossover for front and rear
• Variable crossover frequency of 40hz-400hz front and rear
• Rear channels include 0db-18db bass boost at 45hz

Jay Small, Addictive Audio national sales manager commented, “The Boost Series amplifiers are certainly worthy of the Addictive Audio name.  They include features and build quality seldom seen in value based products.  Like all Addictive Audio products, they are designed to last and outperform their printed specifications.  Best of all, they come with Addictive Audio’s steadfast support of the independent retailer – no internet sales, no consumer direct sales, and no sales through distributors.  They are most decidedly a home run!”

About Addictive Audio:

Since its inception in 1999, Addictive Audio has remained singularly focused and devoted to the success of the independent retailer. Additive Audio has never allowed internet sales, direct to consumer sales, or sold product through any distributor. Addictive Audio’s resolute commitment to the independent retailer remains its primary focus today and in the future.

www.addictiveaudioinc.com

6-7-2017 -- SSV Works has announced a complete line of audio solutions for Can-Am’s most powerful sport UTV. These parts work for either the Maverick X3 or Maverick Max X3. SSV Works products are designed with sound clarity and quality in mind, mixing ease of installation, premium sound, and great value.

X3-DM3 DASH MOUNTING PANEL FOR MRB3 BLUETOOTH MEDIA CONTROLLER
Add a SSV Works MRB3 Bluetooth Media Controller to your CanAm Maverick X3 without any cutting required. The kit seamlessly mounts to the top center of the dash and perfectly matches the factory color and texture to the rest of the X3 interior. The X3-DM3 Dash Kit has been designed and engineered specifically to fit the SSV Works MRB3 unit.

X3-US10 UNDERSEAT 10 INCH SUBWOOFER
Hot out of the molds, this digitally designed under seat subwoofer enclosure is the only way to get low bass without sacrificing interior space or bolting to the floor. SSV Works X3-US10 subwoofer kit is designed to bolt right in under either the driver or passenger’s seat, with no modifications to the brake lines necessary. The 100% fiberglass box is engineered for proper bass response, and can be used in conjunction with SSV Works’ Bluetooth audio controllers. Three options are available- Unloaded for $299.95, loaded with an SSV Premium 600 watt 10” subwoofer for $369.95, or loaded with a Kicker Powersports 800 watt subwoofer for $469.95. All mounting hardware is included, and the box comes coated in a textured black finish. Need even more bass? Pair two X3-US10 kits together, one under each seat! Make your install easier with SSV Works plug and play wiring.

X3-F4 4 INCH DASH SPEAKER POD KIT
Made to fit in the factory dash speaker grille, this 4” Kicker™ full range speaker kit adds crisp highs to your Maverick that can be heard…at speed…with a helmet. The easy bolt-in installation requires no drilling or cutting, fitting a 4” speaker where a factory 1” speaker could sit on the Can-Am accessory system. Available in SSV Works complete Plug and Play kit or separately. The X3-F4 kit includes Kicker marine KM 4” speakers and retails for $299.99. They can be paired with any of the other SSV works Maverick X3 stereo products for even richer sound.

X3-DF4 4 INCH DOOR SPEAKER PODS
Continuing the tradition of true bolt-in audio accessories, the new SSV Works 4” door speaker pod kit adds full range sound without the need for cutting or drilling! These durable fiberglass enclosures are both strong and lightweight, featuring a shallow-mount Kicker™ 4” speaker in each pod for incredibly clear sound. The Plug & Play connectors mean that wiring has never been easier for a pain free audio solution with no soldering or shrink-wrap required. The door pods included Kicker™ marine KM 4” speakers and are available for $319.99, and are available now. The pods can be installed with or without the factory lower door panel, and can be painted to match your car.

US-C65 UNIVERSAL CAGE MOUNT SPEAKER POD AND CLAMP KIT
To round out the Maverick X3’s sound portfolio, the US-C65 purpose built cage mount speaker pod kit was developed to bring big sound in a small package without consuming space and blocking visibility like boat tower speakers. The custom molded fiberglass pods are fully adjustable for the perfect fit and install in just minutes with basic tools. There are three options available- unloaded $199.95, loaded with SSV Works Powersports A6 6.5” weatherproof speakers for $299.95, or loaded with Kicker™ Marine 6.5” speakers for $339.95. Five speaker grill options are available with the SSV Powersports speakers as well- Grey, Blue, Red, Orange, and White. These speaker pods are also compatible with the SSV Works Plug & Play wiring solution. The pods can be mounted on any of the Maverick’s roll cage bars for flexibility and work with all trim levels. 

6-5-2017, EDMOND, Okla. — Petra Industries awarded Greg Appleby of Action Satellite in Edmond a $1000 American Express Gift Card at their B2B store in Edmond.

As a spring promotion, Petra sent customers a postcard outlining some shop local or online, save big offers that also included an opportunity to enter the drawing. Because of Petra’s focus on being available to customers wherever they are, entries were submitted by visiting Petra’s B2B Store in Edmond or online at petra.com. Out of the thousands of customers who received this offer, Appleby was the lucky winner and was presented with his winnings by Larry Woods, Director of Inside Sales and Sales Representative, Todd Shropshire who serves the Action Satellite account.

When asked about why he liked doing business with Petra Appleby’s answer was simple, “They (Petra) have never failed to come through and meet our needs … they are real professionals, but very, very personable and downhome.”

“Greg has been a longtime Petra customer and we are excited that he took advantage of our promotion and even more excited that he won,” said Larry Woods, Director of Inside Sales.

Petra’s B2B Store allows local businesses to select from more than 20,000 products and purchase at wholesale prices. With a local storefront just down the road, customers have the opportunity to order in store or online and pick up their products in under an hour, saving shipping time and expense. For our non-local customers, Petra’s best in class website is where customers can browse our most up to date product lines and have them shipped the same day.

If you own or operate a business and are interested in becoming a Petra customer visit the B2B store at 3400 S. Kelly in Edmond, call 405-216-2166 or checkout the Petra website at www.petra.com.

6-1-17 Fresno, CA -- Addictive Audio Inc., manufacturer of high performance car audio electronics since 1999,has hired Jay Small as National Sales Manager.

Jay's new position will focus on more face-to-face interactions and constant communication with both retailers and sales reps nationwide to coordinate targeted marketing initiatives, new product developments and in-depth training programs. He will concentrate his efforts on evolving Addictive Audio's product line while prioritizing the needs of our network of specialty retailers.

Over the years Jay has held many different positions within the audio industry including many years in retail sales, installation, and operations, and multiple roles with several manufacturers including positions in training, product development, and sales management.

"These accolades combined make Jay the perfect fit as the National Sales Manager for my company. He will be able to relate to all clients, vendors, and sales representatives as he has been in their shoes at some point in his career. His honesty, driven attitude and passion for this industry is exactly what I was looking for." Bryan McCutchen, Addictive Audio, Inc. President.

 Jay Small comments, “I’m thrilled to be associated with Addictive Audio.  Since the inception of the company nearly 20 years ago, Bryan McCutchen and Addictive Audio have remained singularly focused and devoted to the success of the independent retailer.  Additive Audio has never allowed internet sales or sold product through any distributor. Addictive Audio’s resolute commitment to the independent retailer has allowed steady and controlled growth over the years. With this dedication comes stability, and an avoidance of the knee-jerk distribution philosophies so commonly found today.  This sort of loyalty and support is seldom seen in today’s world and I’m honored to be a part of the company’s future.”

Addictive Audio has also announced the addition of a new dealer specific and private Facebook group moderated by Jay Small. This new group is for retailers to share success stories about Addictive Audio, ask questions, post installation pictures of Addictive Audio products and more.  The page can be found at “Addictive Audio Retailers” on Facebook.

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Douglasville, Georgia – May 31th, 2017 – Omega Research & Development Technologies, Inc. is now shipping the AC-2.0 Air-Tank & Compressor Combo unit.

The AC-2.0 is the big brother to the AC-1.5 and gives 30 more PSI and an additional ½ gallon of air capacity to give train horns an added boost.

For information on becoming an Omega Dealer in the US, email us at /Users/Mike/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/Temporary%20Internet%20Files/Local%20Settings/Temporary%20Internet%20Files/Local%20Settings/Temporary%20Internet%20Files/Content.Outlook/Local%20Settings/Temporary%20Internet%20Files/Local%20Settings/Temporary%20Internet%20Files/Content.Outlook/HAYBZWL5/This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

For more information on Omega’s car security, keyless entry and remote start product lines, please visit www.CarAlarm.com, www.OmegaWeblink.com, www.OmegaCarlink.com, and www.OmegaGPS.com.

Holly Hill, FL - May 2017 – Metra has released its 99-6527B kit designed for Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 models from 2013-up. The kit comes with an 8-inch touchscreen. The new line of TurboTouch kits use Metra’s patented Auto-Detect protocol and patent-pending design for a touchscreen based vehicle interface. The advanced integration technology will lead the aftermarket radio industry into the future.

The 99-6527B kit is designed for an aftermarket radio installation for ISO Double-DIN radio provision or ISO Single-DIN radio provision with pocket, and includes wiring harness and a built-in Axxess touchscreen interface. It is scratch-resistant and painted black to match the factory finish.

TurboTouch kits are designed for a fast, seamless installation with no additional programming. The smart interface automatically configures to the vehicle, with no dip-switches or buttons to program. Metra’s popular ASWC-1 technology is already built-in to retain factory steering wheel controls, without the need to purchase this product separately. Retention for safety features (including backup cameras and sensors), and other vehicle information are also built into the interface. The integrated 4.3 inch color touchscreen and buttons will retain and control all climate features and personalized vehicle customizations.

TurboTouch kits are made in the USA with the highest quality ABS plastics using injection molding technology to ensure a superior design and fit. The 99-6527B is now in stock and shipping, available to authorized Metra Dealers and Distributors.

Visit http://www.metraonline.com/part/99-6527B to see specific and up to date vehicle applications, download the product sheet and view instructions for this part. More about the new line of TurboTouch kits can be seen at MetraTurboTouch.com.