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STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® watched some of its 24 authorized installers, retailers and sales professionals from the “Top 50” list earn a spot in this year’s “Top 12 Finalists” for the 2020 Industry Awards, as determined by the Mobile Electronics Association (MEA).

According to the MEA press release, some of the award categories are decided solely on industry votes. The final awards will be announced at the Mobile Electronics Industry Awards celebration during the virtual KnowledgeFest trade show and conference Dec. 4-6.

Winners at this stage also qualify as semifinalists for the top honors of Retailer-of-the-Year, Installer-of-the-Year and Sales Pro-of-the-Year.

The complete list of winners is posted at the official Industry Awards website, meindustryawards.com.

Top 12 KICKER Retailer finalists:

Mobile Toys – College Station, TX

Absolute Electronix – Rockville, MD

Car-Tunes – Greenville, MS

Showtime Audio – Chicago, IL

Top 5 KICKER Sales Professionals finalist:

Jim Skaggs – Mobile Toys Inc. – College Station, TX

Top 12 KICKER Installer finalists:

Justin Kush – Mobile Toys Inc. – College Station, TX

Matt Vowell – Mobile Toys Inc. – College Station, TX

Dean Beyett – Five Star Car Stereo – Clearwater, FL

Dalton Trainer – Car-Tunes, Inc. – Greenville, MS

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.

Davis Distribution, DOW Electronics, and Go Fast Solutions All Honored

Seattle, Wash., October 15, 2020 – Elite Distributor Alliance (EDA) was thrilled to see three of its members recognized by MEA and its members as the best in the business. Davis Distribution, DOW Electronics, and Go Fast Solutions were named as the finalists for this years Distributor of the Year Award to be presented at Knowledgefest LIVE in Dallas, Texas the first week of December.

EDA believes in partnering with vendors and dealers alike bringing added value, sustainability, and integrity to both.

DAVIS DISTIRBUTION

Davis Distribution adds value to the vendor and their customer in some very special ways.  For example, Davis is committed to protecting their dealers within their assigned trade areas and providing many trainings throughout the year that dealers can access on Davis’s powerful You Tube channel. On the vendor side Davis (and all EDA members) are committed to tracking serial numbers and eliminating all transshipping practices.  Vendors love doing business with Davis – the integrity of the organization instills confidence.

Davis was founded in 1998 by Kevin Taliani, and today with two generations of Taliani’ working day to day Davis serves the needs of Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Virginia, Southern New Jersey, Delaware, and the District of Columbia.  Davis operates two distribution centers, with one each in West Virginia and Indiana. 

DOW ELECTRONICS

DOW Electronics, founded in 1959, is currently under its third generation of family leadership and celebrating 37 years of 12-volt distribution. As a four-time Mobile Electronics Distributor of the Year winner, (2014, 2015, 2018 & 2019), Dow continues to stay true to their mantra ‘Customer Focused, Technology Driven’. Creating and expanding on industry leading, dealer centric programs like SmartServices, SmartShip and SmartCourier as well as a fun and informative You Tube channel. These value added services are helping DOW grow a very loyal customer base. Six fully stocked Distribution warehouses provide 1-2 day product delivery across 21 US states and Puerto Rico, while DOW’s 100 + employees ensure that customer satisfaction, product availability and vendor support are at the highest possible levels. Additionally, Dow supports many Industry events, shows and organizations to help maintain, drive and grow a healthy business market for dealers.

GO FAST SOLUTIONS

GoFast was founded in 2016 and entered the 12V arena in August 2019. True to their name, Go Fast has rapidly made a very positive name for themselves in New England.   Now with over twenty employees, Go Fast’s mission is to provide the highest level of sales and service at competitive prices – and their customers love it.

Dave Prinz, president of Go Fast Solutions says, “Being recognized by the 2020 Mobile Electronics Industry Awards as one of the Top 3 Distributors is no small accomplishment for any company, but the thing that makes this recognition special for GoFast Solutions is that this is their first year in the industry.”

While Go Fast is a new name in the industry, its staff brings a wealth of industry experience. The company’s twenty plus emplyees not only are industry professionals, they’re also enthusiasts. Note: Jon Mercado, a sales professional on the Go Fast team is also being recognized as one of the Top Five Sales Reps!

Go Fast operates through a state of the art 30,000 square foot facility in Middletown, Connecticu

ELITE DISTRIBUTOR ALLIANCE

EDA is pleased to see the industry recognize these EDA members. Jim Warren EDA’s Executive Director said, “For Distribution to succeed it’s imperative that you build relationships with your customer by adding value. EDA members are very good at this – helping dealers have product in the right place at the right time, helping them become experts, and providing needed profitability to their business. It’s really inspiring to see these three distributors being recognized for their hard work.”

EDA is a member owned alliance of like-minded distributors committed to the highest standards and serving the 12 volt industry. Find out more at www.elitedistributoralliance.com

Visually Striking Acrylic Display Merchandises the Sound Deadening Category

ANCHORAGE, Alaska, October 19, 2020 — SoundShield, the premium sound deadening brand founded by industry veterans John Schwartz and Bryan Schmitt in 2019, introduces a visually striking merchandizing tool for its retailers; a custom-engineered, laser-engraved acrylic and LED-lit wall display to hold SoundShield retail-packaged tubes of sound deadening material.

Designed by co-founder Bryan Schmitt, the purpose of the new display is to elevate the sound deadening category within the retail setting. This allows retailers to merchandise SoundShield products, a category not commonly considered in showroom merchandising. The display invites conversations from either curious clients or as a reminder to sales professionals to include sound deadening in the sales process. The multi-color LED lighting with wireless remote allows retailers to easily customize the display to integrate into their showroom’s color scheme.

“The size of the display is compact, but commands a presence so it makes it a sensible fit for any sized retail shop” comments SoundShield CEO John Schwartz. Several 12-volt specialty retailers in the SoundShield family have tried early production models and provided feedback that proves the new display’s effectiveness.

“This is an excellent way to merchandise sound deadening that presents at eye level so clients can easily see the product” remarked Adam Devine of Devine Concepts in Naples, FL. The configurable color of the LED lighting made the display easily integrate into Adam’s showroom and company colors. Award-winning Mobile Toys, Inc. in College Station, TX also has implemented the display in their store and reports that their customers ask questions about what sound deadening is because of the display, which ultimately leads to sales.

The SoundShield wall display includes the necessary mounting hardware, multi-color programmable LED lighting and weighs just 25 pounds. SoundShield offers a direct purchase of the wall display or discounted pricing with a qualifying minimum product order. If not already a dealer, retailers can fill out a quick application at www.soundshieldusa.com.

Founded in 2019, partners John Schwartz and Bryan Schmitt saw an opportunity to elevate the level of installation quality behind the panels of a vehicle interior so that every technician’s visual and audible installation efforts were highlighted without the drawbacks of rattles, buzzes and road noise. Headquartered in Anchorage, AK and with its central distribution facility in Dallas, TX, SoundShield is dedicated to 12 volt retailers and interior fabrication specialists with the highest quality and most effective automotive sound deadening products available today.

Stay connected with SoundShield by visiting www.soundshieldusa.com or follow them on Instagram @soundshield.

Holly Hill, Fla. – October 15, 2020 – Metra Electronics®, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket automotive solutions, is shipping new dash kits for 2020-up* Nissan Sentra models. The 99-7638 dash kit is for a Single-DIN radio provision with a pocket while the 95-7638 is designed for specific Double-DIN modular radios. The 95-7638 fits radios which have an “L” shaped chassis design with the radio chassis at the bottom of the screen, like the Alpine iLX-207**. This kit is also compatible with Pioneer’s 6.8” modular radios and has special brackets included for installation of the Pioneer DMH-C2550NEX and DMH-C2500NEX touchscreen in-dash receivers**. Both of these dash kits are painted with a gloss black face, silver trim, and textured housing to match the factory finish. They are made in the U.S.A. and available now from Metra Electronics.

*Visit MetraOnline.com for up-to-date, vehicle specific information.
**Refer to the radio manufacturer for current models.

At Metra, 12volt installation and integration is our passion. We strive to continuously offer the highest quality products to meet the fluctuating technological challenges of the automotive world. We actively listen to our customers’ requests and invest resources in developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make dash kits for more vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for more than 73 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 home theater and surveillance products, Metra Home Theater Group®. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 386-257-2956.

Latest Camera Provides Universal Solution For Vans and RVs

Santa Fe Springs, Calif. – October 15, 2020 -- Accele Electronics is pleased to announce an effective and unique solution for providing rear visibility to vehicles with a 3rd Brake Light that lack a Camera, our RVC1600. The RVC1600 is the Camera installers have been looking for since rear view safety became an issue over 10 years ago. It’s small enough to fit on or above the 3rd Brake Light on many vehicles and is packed with features found only in much larger Cameras. Its universal design eliminates the need to stock dozens of vehicle specific Cameras without sacrificing features and performance. Features include IR LED illumination with auto on/off light sensor, a built-in Microphone, IP68 Waterproof rating and a 60 foot extension cable for larger RVs.

The Camera has a 150° Diagonal View and 0.5 Lux for low light situations. Installers will appreciate that the Video and Microphone cable can be run through a single ¼-inch hole. Dimensions of 29mm W x 22mm D x 24mm H make it extremely small and mountable from the top or back of the camera, allowing for easy underlip installation. The RVC1600 includes an adjustable metal shielding bracket. The RVC1600 is available for immediate shipment, contact your Accele Sales Representative.

Please visit our new website at www.accele.com for information on our complete product portfolio.

VAIS Technology, a Colorado based manufacturer of audio, video, Bluetooth streaming, SiriusXM and SEER convenience integration will be presented at SEMA360.
 
EVP, Dennis Hopper comments: VAIS Technology will be presenting and discussing all its integration devices. SiriusXM integration for vehicles from 2004-2021. There will be live presentations on the operational and customization of the award-winning SEER proximity-based integration. SEER allows proximity-based control of all electronics in a vehicle such as hands-free locking, unlocking, triggering lights, audible and visual confirmations. There are round tables where dealers can come in and see live videos from the VAIS team. Check out and sign up on the SEMA360 website.
 
About VAIS Technology: Founded in 2003, VAIS Technology offers a wide variety of OEM factory radio upgrades, including SiriusXM add-on adapters, kits for adding a Bluetooth music streaming through a factory radio and SEER proximity devices. VAIS Technology currently offers products for most automotive brands, including Alfa Romeo, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, GMC, Honda, Jeep, Land Rover, Mercedes, Mazda, Nissan, Porsche, Subaru, Toyota, VW and more. All VAIS Technology products are built to OEM standards and are designed to offer seamless functionality for best user experience. VAIS Technology products come with one-year warranty and do not affect OEM warranties. Visit http://www.vaistech.com to learn more.
Oxnard, CA – October 13, 2020 SCOSCHE – (pronounced skōsh/skohsh) Industries, a leading innovator of award-winning consumer technology and accessories is pleased to present their innovative new range of accessories that allow you to easily use the newly announced Apple MagSafe Wireless Charger as an in-vehicle hands-free phone mount.
 
Designed specifically to work with Apple’s new MagSafe Magnetic Wireless Charger, the patent pending MagicMount MSC magnetic mounts allow you to securely hold your MagSafe wireless charger with your phone charging on it. This means you can safely use your phone hands-free and charge it as you drive safely.
 
The initial four models (shown below) of the MagicMount MSC: the Dash, Double-Pivot, Cup-Holder, and FreeFlow Vent, will be available beginning January 2021, with more models to follow.
As the #1 Mount Brand* in the U.S. & Canada, people trust Scosche to deliver the most innovative, reliable and user-friendly mounts. With safe driving laws in effect in the majority of U.S. states, it is a legal imperative as well as a convenient necessity to install a mount and use your phone hands-free while driving.
 
*Scosche MagicMount, Source: The NPD Group, Inc., Retail Tracking Service, U.S. & Canada, Mobile Holders/Stands, Excluding Mobile Holder Type: Mobile Grip/Stand, Dollars & Units, Jan. 2017 – Aug. 2020.
Follow us on: Instagram (@scoscheinc) and @scosche on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and LinkedIn for the latest news on all of the company’s award-winning consumer tech and car audio products and accessories. And also visit our company Press Room on Scosche.com.
About SCOSCHE: Founded in 1980, SCOSCHE Industries is an award-winning innovator of consumer technology and car audio products – committed to delivering superior product quality and functionality, exceptional value and unmatched customer service. The designers and engineers at SCOSCHE develop products that reflect a rich heritage in audio and mobile technologies. SCOSCHE finds inspiration in the California lifestyle, culture, music and people. These influences can be seen in the accessories and products that are now in the hands, homes, offices and vehicles of people in over 50 countries. With over 400 patents/trademarks and countless industry awards received, it is easy to see why SCOSCHE is consistently at the forefront of technology and innovation. www.scosche.com
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Oxnard, CA – October 13, 2020 SCOSCHE – (pronounced skōsh/skohsh) Industries, a leading innovator of award-winning consumer technology and accessories proudly present their range of accessories for the newly announced Apple iPhone 12 series.
While the new iPhone 12 did not come with a charger or listening device in the box, Scosche has the advanced technological accessories to maximize the phone's capabilities. Scosche will be announcing their range of MagicMount accessories that work with Apple’s new MagSafe magnetic charger.
Using Scosche’s USB-C Power Delivery (PD) PowerVolt Fast Charger, for home and office, or a PowerVolt in-vehicle fast charger, charging is 3X faster than with a standard charger. With their smart circuitry they are backwards compatible and will charge older iPhone models, as well as new ones, at their safest and fastest rate.
 
The Scosche Braided StrikeLine MFi-certified USB-C to Lightning Power Delivery compatible charge and sync cables are available in convenient lengths of 1ft, 4ft, 6ft and 8ft.
Due to the popularity of AirPods®, Apple has eliminated earphone jacks from the iPhones. If you miss the fidelity of a wired audio connection, or want to use your favorite pair of wired headphones, Scosche’s Lightning Audio Adapter will connect them simply and effectively via the Lightning connector.
Wireless charging is a convenient, safe and now fast way to charge your IPhone 12, or any iPhone 8 or later. Scosche offers a selection of innovative, patented, Qi-certified wireless chargers and wireless charging phone mounts that Fast Charge the iPhone12.
As the #1 Mount Brand* In the U.S. and Canada, people trust Scosche to deliver the most innovative, reliable and user-friendly mounts. With safe driving laws in effect in the majority of U.S. states, it is a legal imperative as well as a convenient necessity to install a mount and use your phone hands-free while driving. Phone mounts, including wireless charging ones are also invaluable at home and in the office, or in your home office or home classroom.
 
Protect, view, use hands free, and charge your valuable new iphone with one (or more) of these innovative, elegant, and hard-working mounts from Scosche:
The MagicGrip Wireless Fast Charging Auto-Grip Mount is available in a choice of six bases, which work in-vehicle, home or office and come with a car fast charger. When your Qi-enabled iPhone is aligned over the Qi-charging surface, MagicGrip’s arms automatically close and hold securely. This Qi-sensing closure ensures perfect placement for optimum charging. Qi-certified, the MagicGrip supports Apple Fast Charge. A channel between the iPhone and charging head allows heated air to disperse and be replaced by cooler air for cooler charging. The Vent base model of MagicGrip has a unique patent-pending FreeFlow design that features an articulating swing-arm and open base that never blocks airflow form the vent.
 
Extendo Telescoping Phone Mounts for in-vehicle, home or office use, have a telescoping arm that adjusts from 5 inches to 8.5 inches with 220-degrees of angle adjustment, so your phone comes to you instead of having to reach. For in-vehicle use Extendo mounts to the window or dash and the arm and head adjust to suit either the driver or passenger, without moving the base. For home use, attach Extendo to a countertop or backsplash to view a recipe or facetime with a friend. In the office attach the base to a desktop, away from your computer and then extend it when you need to use your phone. The Extendo range includes magnetic, universal grip, and wireless charging options,
 
Scosche recently introduced Cup holder Mounts that adjust to fit any cup holder and safely hold your phone for hands free use while you drive. They are available in universal, magnetic and power hub versions, with wireless charging models coming soon.
Last but definitely not least, is the customizable BaseLynx Modular Charging System. You can build your BaseLynx system to organize, display, store and charge all your devices including iPhones, iPads, AirPod charging cases, and all series of the Apple Watch. With the modules connected, it uses one power source so there are no tangled wires. You can use the modules individually or connected, and if you get a new device, just add a module. Currently there are modules with Qi-certified wireless charging, MFi-certified Magnetic Watch charging, a vertical charging module with USB-A and USB-C ports and a powered endcap with USB-A and USB-C ports. BaseLynx is the perfect solution for home, office, dorm, RV, or wherever there are people and their portable devices.
 
The BaseLynx White Modular Charging System and the MagicGrip Wireless Charging FreeFlow Vent Mount are available at Apple.com and at select Apple Stores worldwide. BaseLynx Black (shown above) and all the accessories mentioned above are available at Scosche.com and at select retailers.
*#1 Mount Brand
 
*Scosche MagicMount, Source: The NPD Group, Inc., Retail Tracking Service, U.S. & Canada, Mobile Holders/Stands, Excluding Mobile Holder Type: Mobile Grip/Stand, Dollars & Units, Jan. 2017 – Aug. 2020.
Follow us on: Instagram (@scoscheinc) and @scosche on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and LinkedIn for the latest news on all of the company’s award-winning consumer tech and car audio products and accessories. And also visit our company Press Room on Scosche.com.
About SCOSCHE: Founded in 1980, SCOSCHE Industries is an award-winning innovator of consumer technology and car audio products – committed to delivering superior product quality and functionality, exceptional value and unmatched customer service. The designers and engineers at SCOSCHE develop products that reflect a rich heritage in audio and mobile technologies. SCOSCHE finds inspiration in the California lifestyle, culture, music and people. These influences can be seen in the accessories and products that are now in the hands, homes, offices and vehicles of people in over 50 countries. With over 400 patents/trademarks and countless industry awards received, it is easy to see why SCOSCHE is consistently at the forefront of technology and innovation. www.scosche.com

 

STILLWATER, USA – Reacting on the news of no live SEMA Show 2020, Stillwater Designs®, the maker of KICKER® mobile-audio products, has announced that it will conduct its own virtual, private trade event for authorized dealers to stream and watch. And for the first time, consumers world-wide can also view their own virtual show and see what KICKER products and innovations will be hitting stores in early 2021.

The mobile-audio manufacturer is producing KICKER UnMASKED! Live™, streaming for three days October 21-23. It will be KICKER’s virtual look at the current state of the brand, a full look at new KICKER products shipping in 2021, and an interactive setup enabling viewers to ask questions and receive answers during and after the event being conducted from global headquarters in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

“We aim to be true to our roots and provide a one-on-one encounter like at our live events, while opening up and providing a new experience for 12-volt enthusiasts and the consumer public,” said Kevin Campbell, KICKER Director of Marketing. “These are audiences that typically never have the opportunity to experience the KICKER brand, people or products during the SEMA Show. It should be a lot of fun.”

Each day’s event will be shown to a specific audience with various topics covered during all productions, including a virtual, “rep-fest” pre-event day on Oct. 20. Then KICKER Sales Representatives and international distributors will conduct business and get a look at what’s new for 2021 on October 21 via live Zoom® meetings with KICKER Regional Sales Managers and the KICKER Tech training staff. These productions will be private with only KICKER internal parties attending.

KICKER Authorized Dealers and their respective work staffs will attend a similar training, shown twice on Thursday, Oct. 22, via Zoom webinars by private invitation. While business will be the chief topic, KICKER associates promise an evening of fun, product unveilings, information and the opportunity to ask questions live. Attendees can also win valuable prizes during the show. Thursday’s show times are 9 a.m. CDT (scheduled for Eastern and Central time zones), and 4 p.m. CDT (scheduled for Mountain and Pacific time zones).

Finally, on Friday, Oct. 23, in a first for KICKER, the brand will share these new 2021 products with consumers earlier than ever before. Anyone interested can watch on KICKER’s Facebook® account (/kickeraudio) using Facebook Live, and KICKER’s YouTube® account (/kickerfanatic) on YouTube Live. Show time will be 5 p.m. CDT, with a question-and-answer session following featuring KICKER President and founder Steve Irby and industry social personalities Dereck Williston (Williston Audio Labs), Dean Beyett and Fernando Lopez (Five Star Car Stereo), Robert “Hifi” Vega, and others. KICKER promises prize giveaways, visits from KICKER-sponsored celebrities and more.

Wednesday, October 21 – UnMASKED! Live meetings, for Sales Representatives (by private Zoom invitation)

Thursday, Oct. 22, 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CDT – UnMASKED! Live webinars, for Authorized Dealers and store staffs
(by private Zoom invitation)

Friday, October 23, 5 p.m. CDT - UnMASKED! Live, for a world-wide audience (on Facebook Live and YouTube Live)

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.

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Premium Sound Deadening Brand Expands Product Line

ANCHORAGE, Alaska, October 11, 2020 — SoundShield, the premium sound deadening brand launched in 2019 by 12 volt industry veterans John Schwartz and Bryan Schmitt, launched two exciting new products in late September; SoundShield SLIM and WrapiT.

SLIM is a new damping sheet material that’s 1/3 of the thickness of the original SoundShield sheet material. At just 1.5mm thick, SLIM is intended to install in locations where tight fitting panel surfaces leave little extra room for a traditional damping sheet. Using SoundShield’s revolutionary pressure sensitive high-tac adhesive, the butyl rubber sheets install easily and effectively damp vibration and external noise. It’s available in a single 11 square foot tube suitable for retail presentation that includes two 20”(H) x 39.5”(W) sheets, or as a four tube Pro Pack.

WrapiT is a unique vibration suppression tape intended for items that are prone to rattle, buzz or otherwise create vibration-oriented noises. Made from SoundShield’s 3mm thick, 2” wide waterproof closed-cell acoustic foam with pressure sensitive high-tac adhesive, WrapiT is easily dispensed from the 15 foot roll. Technicians can quickly and effectively mitigate unwanted vibrations in things like OEM wiring harnesses, passive crossover enclosures or the back of plastic OEM panels that have direct contact against a metal surface. “A technician could use WrapiT as a gasket for a component speaker sealing into a custom plastic adapter plate or a subwoofer sealing to the enclosure baffle surface. The useful applications in the 12 volt install bay are virtually unlimited” comments SoundShield co-founder and CEO John Schwartz. WrapiT comes either in a two roll pack (each 15 linear feet x 2” width) or a 12 roll Pro Pack.

The two new products came about by Schwartz and co-founder Bryan Schmitt soliciting feedback from their original SoundShield damping sheets and what technicians needed to take their installs even further to control unwanted noise or vibration. “We are fortunate to have a very loyal and talented base of shops and technicians that use our products, so we listened to the market needs and responded with SLIM and WrapiT” noted Schmitt.

To learn more about pricing and sales information on SLIM and WrapiT, request a dealer application from www.soundshieldusa.com.

Founded in 2019, partners John Schwartz and Bryan Schmitt saw an opportunity to elevate the level of installation quality behind the panels of a vehicle interior so that every technician’s visual and audible installation efforts were highlighted without the drawbacks of rattles, buzzes and road noise. Headquartered in Anchorage, AK and with its central distribution facility in Dallas, TX, SoundShield is dedicated to 12 volt retailers and interior fabrication specialists with the highest quality and most effective automotive sound deadening products available today.

Stay connected with SoundShield by visiting www.soundshieldusa.com or follow them on Instagram @soundshield.

LONG BEACH, CALIF., October 12th, 2020JVC Mobile Entertainment was greatly saddened to learn of the recent passing of one of their independent sales representatives, Karl Kawachi- Pro Line Hawaii. 

Karl- a long-time rep and pioneer of the Hawaiian 12-volt industry was a cultural icon and true music aficionado.  He was born and raised in Hawaii and loved music early on, eventually playing bass guitar in his high school band. He was an early supporter of IASCA and DB Drag in the Hawaiian competition scene.  He started Pro Line Hawaii in 1989 in Aiea, Hawaii on the island of Oahu. Prior to that Karl worked as a rep for Now Marketing, beginning in 1983.  Among the many lines that Karl represented were JVC, Cerwin Vega, Eclipse, Electra Media, and Rockford Fosgate.

Karl valiantly battled cancer since 2017 until his passing on October 5th, 2020. He is survived by his wife Phyllis and daughters Sarah and Kelly.

“A friend to all and with a smile for everyone, Karl was a wonderful man and a true 12-volt pioneer in the islands,” said Ron Trout, JVC Director of Sales. 

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 JVCKENWOOD USA at 1-800-252-5722 or visit us at http://us.jvckenwood.com, www.kenwood.com/usa and www.us.jvc.com/car

Holly Hill, Fla. – October 8, 2020 – Metra Electronics®, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket automotive solutions, is shipping a new dash kit, the 107-MZ1B, designed for Mazda CX-3 2016-2020 and Toyota Yaris 2019-2020 models. The design of these model’s dashboards does not allow a standard aftermarket Single-DIN or Double-DIN sized radio provision but instead requires a floating modular radio. Metra’s solution fits radios which have an “L” shaped chassis design with the radio chassis at the bottom of the screen, like the Alpine iLX-207**. This kit is also compatible with Pioneer’s 6.8” modular radios and has special brackets included for installation of the Pioneer DMH-C2550NEX and DMH-C2500NEX touchscreen in-dash receivers**.

The 107-MZ1B dash kit is made in the U.S.A. and available now from Metra Electronics. A product video showcasing this new kit is live now on Metra’s YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/gkCinPHicu0. Visit MetraOnline.com for up-to-date, vehicle specific information.

**Refer to the radio manufacturer for current models.

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 73 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 home theater and surveillance products, Metra Home Theater Group®. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 386-257-2956.

October 10, 2020 -- Cadence is passionate about partnering with influencers in the Car Audio industry to provide car audio aficionados with authentic information and content about Cadence products. Recently, we partnered with Robert from HifiVega and sent him our Q10001D amp.

Q10001D Amplifiers take you to a new standard for both Novice and Experienced audio aficionado, with full feature set, state-of-art electronics and > 80% efficiency on D Class Mono Blocks, our newest circuit design dramatically improves both output power and sound. Interested in becoming a Cadence dealer or influencer? Dealer and Representative inquiries are welcome. Visit our website or give us a call 626.465.3383. Make sure to visit our new and improved website! CadenceSound.com.

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The wait is over! DS18 will be introducing their new Full Range Full Bridge amps on October 15th! These powerful yet compact amps use the traditional full bridge design so you can get MASSIVE power is a smaller frame that is not big and bulky like half bridge designs. The GFX amps were designed to make BIG power and with them being full bridge and full range, that makes them accommodate all types of speakers. Subs, mids, and highs can all be configured with just a flip of the filtering switch and setting your frequency selection accordingly.
 
They have many options to choose from to best fit your desired impedance and rise levels.
GFX-3K1 (249.95) GFX-3K2 (269.95)
 
GFX-5K1 (379.99) GFX-5K2 (389.99)
 
GFX-8K1 (499.95) and GFX-8K2 (499.95)
 
All models come in 1- and 2-ohm final impedance configurations so you can calculate and extract the maximum power this amplifier can give for your specific needs. The GFX line is an amazing very well-rounded line that can be used in a great many applications that demand serious power for serious sound.
 
Check them out at DS18.com
AVAILIBLE NOW FOR PPREORDER, SHIPPING OCTOVER 15th!
LONG BEACH, CALIF., October 7th, 2020 - KENWOOD USA is “lighting up” your outdoor music experience, releasing their highly anticipated 6-1/2” 4-ohm LED illuminated marine/motorsports speakers. Available in white or black, the KFC-1673MRWL (white) and KFC-1673MRBL (black) both have a MAP of $199.95.
 
These speakers are boasting with elegant style and performance, enticing users with a “fully complete” package. They feature options to suit marine and off-road environments as well as built-in LED lighting to enhance the wow factor. As an added perk, KENWOOD is including an RF (non-directional) remote control at no additional charge, of which can control the LED’s from up to 98 feet away.
Both speakers feature waterproof polypropylene cones and UV resistant grilles. They offer your choice of 21 different illumination colors, 8 patterns of brightness and speed, as well as 21 dynamic lighting mode patterns. You can easily connect up to 6 pairs and synchronize them together, leaving you plenty of options to cover a large vessel or off-road UTV. The newly designed speakers will also be able to handle up to 260 watts of maximum power (75 watts RMS) to allow users to really crank up the volume, delivering quality sound at an audible level in outdoor environments.
“When speaking to our dealers, a common theme resonated with various LED marine/motorsports speakers on the market – many simply aren’t offered in a complete package,” said Mike Roberts, KENWOOD VP of Sales & Marketing. “Taking a standard marine/motorsports speaker and proposing the sale of additional parts like LED lights and a remote control is confusing to customers and requires unnecessary added installation time.
 
These speakers are fully complete and ready to shine!”
 
For detailed information on specific features, please view their respective product pages at 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, www.kenwood.com/usa and www.us.jvc.com/car.
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PAPILLION, NE-- Nakamichi Car Audio is excited to announce the hiring of its latest rep firm ROCK-N-REV SALES in the Midwest Territory. (MINKS.)

RNR owner Jeff (Boody) Budin has been a part of the 12-volt community for over 25 years and his new rep firm has been setting record sales numbers.

“We want to welcome Jeff to our rep network,” stated Robin McNeal, National Sales Manager for Nakamichi Car Audio. “He is off to a great start and has hit the ground running.”

ROCK-N-REV SALES & MARKETING covers the states of MO, IA, NE, KS, and Southern Illinois.

Contact Jeff Budin for Dealer Pricing Programs at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Pictured above is Jeff Budin, ready to visit accounts in the MINK states.

 

Revolutionary Product Offers Peace of Mind in an Uncertain Time

ORLANDO, Fla. – OCTOBER 1, 2020 – VOXX Electronics Corporation (VEC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX), is proud to announce the launch of Auto Oxide®, an EPA registered (EPA Registration No. 10324-63-63838)disinfectant effective for neutralizing multiple viruses including SARS-CoV-2 the cause of COVID-19. Today, protecting your employees and customers is now more important than ever, provide peace of mind during these challenging times with a safe multi-surface cleaning solution.

Auto Oxide, a surface sanitizer is safe to use on all surfaces (even food) to kill 99.999% of viruses such as Coronavirus, Influenza, Norovirus, H1N1, Coronavirus, Hepatitis A, B & C, and RSV by eliminating the source. Great for upholstery, carpets, mats, and auto interiors this odor-free spray also eliminates odors due to smoke, trash, mold, and more.

“Our dealers, customers, and consumers come first, and with that comes their health. These days clean work areas are now more important than ever and VOXX is proud to bring Auto Oxide to the U.S. market. Having a solution that is registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and contains no volatile organic compounds (VOCs), is a major win for our dealers as they are able to offer their customers a clean vehicle on return,” said Aron Demers, Senior Vice President, VOXX Electronics Corporation.

Auto Oxide was specifically designed and tested for vehicle interiors and will not harm cloth, leather, suede, vinyl or other special materials.

For more information about Auto Oxide please visit: www.adventproducts.com/auto-oxide

For more information on becoming a VOXX Electronics Dealer in the US, please visit: www.voxxelectronics.com/become-dealer

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VOXX Electronics Corporation (VEC) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX), a global supplier of mobile and consumer electronics products. VEC is a recognized leader in the marketing of automotive entertainment, vehicle security and tracking, remote start systems, telematics, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

VEC sells its products through an extensive distribution network that includes expeditors, mass merchandisers, regional mobile electronics chains and independent specialists both domestic and internationally. VOXX Electronics possesses a strong brand portfolio and its products rank among the top ten in almost every category in which they sell. Primary brands include: Advent, Audiovox, CarLink, Code Alarm, Invision, Omega, Prestige, and Pursuit.

For additional information, please visit our website at www.voxxelectronics.com.

VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX) has grown into a worldwide leader in many automotive and consumer electronics and accessories categories, as well as premium high-end audio. Today, VOXX International Corporation has an extensive distribution network that includes power retailers, mass merchandisers, 12-volt specialists and most of the world's leading automotive manufacturers. The Company has an international footprint in Europe, Asia and Latin America, and a growing portfolio, which now comprises over 30 trusted brands. Among the key domestic brands are Klipsch®, RCA®, Invision®, Jensen®, Audiovox®, Terk®, Acoustic Research®, Advent®, Code Alarm®, Car Connection®, 808®, AR for Her®, and Prestige®. International brands include Hirschmann Car Communication®, Klipsch®, Jamo®, Energy®, Mirage®, Mac Audio®, Magnat®, Heco®, Schwaiger®, Oehlbach® and Incaar™.  

For additional information, please visit our website at www.voxxintl.com.

VOXX International Contact:
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LONG BEACH, CALIF., October 5th, 2020JVC Mobile Entertainment is thrilled to announce the release of 2 new 6-1/2” 4-ohm marine/motorsports speaker sets with built-in LED lighting. Both coming in with a MAP of $199.95, the CS-DR620MBL feature black grilles, while the CS-DR621MWL feature white.

Designed for outdoor use, these rugged and reliable speakers are built to last, being waterproof and having dust protection. With a power handling of 75 watts of RMS (260 watts MAX), they also make for an excellent companion to the KS-DR1004D compact 4-channel amplifier.  

The well-lit duo brags 21 color options and dynamic pattern modes, along with 8 different brightness and speed adjustments. Up to 6 pairs can be wired together, providing more than enough illumination to light up any boat or UTV application. Oftentimes sold separately, these speaker sets include an RF (non-directional) remote controller, allowing LED control from up to 98 feet away.

“At a time when aftermarket marine and motorsports gear is in high demand, we wanted to provide a simple, effective, and fun speaker solution that can be used in universal outdoor applications,” said Ron Trout, Director of JVC Mobile Entertainment Sales. “Combining mood enhancing lighting with supreme JVC sound quality creates the perfect combination for our customers.”

JVC prides itself on offering universal solutions for every customer. Adding to an already impressive line-up of 10 marine and motorsports products, these 2 additions create new opportunities for dealers looking to maximize their opportunities. From golf carts to boats, motorcycles to tractors and more, JVC has you covered.  

For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit http://www.us.jvc.com/car.

CS-DR621MWL web page: http://www.us.jvc.com/car/marinemotorsports/cs_dr621mwl/

CS-DR620MBL web page: http://www.us.jvc.com/car/marinemotorsports/cs_dr620mbl/

KS-DR1004D web page: http://www.us.jvc.com/car/marinemotorsports/ks_dr1004d/

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 JVCKENWOOD USA at 1-800-252-5722 or visit us at http://us.jvckenwood.com, www.kenwood.com/usa and www.us.jvc.com/car.

Now Available, the Rugged Wheel/Underbody/Suspension Lighting Solution Has Been Designed Specifically for the Harsh Conditions of UTV, ATV, & SXS Off-Road Use

METAIRE, LA, Oct. 1, 2020 – ORACLE Lighting (www.oraclelights.com), the market leader in innovative LED lighting solutions for the automotive aftermarket, is proud to announce its new illuminated LED wheel rings (p/n 4250-334)for UTV/ATV/SXS powersports applications. The new LED wheel rings are now available with an MSRP of $229.99.

“Designed specifically for the harsh conditions of off-road use, our new illuminated LED wheel rings are an easy and effective way to light up the wheels, underbody, and suspension on your UTV, ATV, or side-by-side,” explained Justin Hartenstein, Oracle Lighting director of development. “This head-turning lighting product consists of a set of four LED illuminated aluminum rings which install around the brake rotor and attaches to the fixed knuckle assembly. Wiring feature Plug-and-Play waterproof connectors for easy installation. The effect is a vivid ring of light which accents the wheels and suspension to make your rig stand out.”

The 12-inch diameter is designed to fit most wheels 14-inches and larger and works on most UTV, ATV, SXS, and sub-compact car applications. Featuring an industry-leading encapsulation and insulation method, these LEDs are completely waterproof with an IP69K rating (can be submerged underwater).

Product Features:

  • Includes installation hardware
  • RGB ColorSHIFT™ Color-Changing LEDs
  • 1-Year Warranty

Product Includes:

  • (4) LED wheel rings
  • (20) Stainless brackets
  • (20) Installation screws
  • (4) Waterproof cables
  • Easy wiring hub
  • Cables ties
  • Installation instructions & video

“These new LED wheel rings are the latest in our powersports-specific product line,” Hartenstein said. “Like our recently announced LED Halo kits for multiple side-by-side UTV models, our rugged lighting solutions are purpose designed and will make your ride stand out from the rest on or off road!”

Having celebrated its 20-year anniversary in 2019, Metairie, LA-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.

September 28, 2020 -- ZZ-2 is launching ZEUS. The first of its kind video streaming interface for automotive use. This amazing interface allows the user to watch AND control their favorite video streaming, live TV apps and Social Media apps! With touchscreen and/or touchpad control of the interface allowing you to effortlessly navigate and control all of your favorite apps. ZEUS IS AVAILABLE NOW!! IN STOCK AND SHIPPING.

Rich DeSclafani stated: “This interface is a game changer. On newer vehicles up until now the only way to get video into the OEM screen has required a more expensive and labor-intensive product. These generally need the installer you to access the back of the radio and/or monitor. This interface also eliminates the need for an audio adapter that would have to be used with a standard video interface. With ZEUS you gain access to many different apps allowing you to download and watch LIVE TV using your internet TV provider, like YouTube TV or Sling, and stream your favorite shows and movies using Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video ect. You can watch live sports, news and all of your favorite live shows.”

FEATURES:

  • Plugs into CarPlay USB port
  • No installation required
  • 100% Plug and Play
  • HD Video Quality
  • 3 Year Warranty

*Requires a WiFi connection from a hotspot or smartphone

*Vehicle MUST HAVE Wired CarPlay

ZEUS VIDEO --->ZEUS DEMO VIDEO

ZEUS WEB PAGE --->ZEUS COMPATIBILITY

WEBSITE: www.zz-2.com

EMAIL: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Phone: 929-220-1212

Toll Free: 877-241-2526

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