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iBEAM Introduces First Power-Operated Lift Gates with Vehicle-Specific Plug-n-Play Kits

2018 SEMA Show New Product Rollout

Holly Hill, Fla. – October 4, 2018 – iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems® by Metra Electronics®, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket automotive solutions, introduces its first power-operated lift gates that open with the press of a button. Life just got a little easier with these vehicle specific plug-n-play kits that are quick and easy to install, designed for select Toyota RAV4, Honda CRV, Ford Escape, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain models. The iBEAM lift gate kits include a button for both front and rear, in some vehicles, allowing the lift gate to be operated from either location. Additionally, it adds the ability for the factory keyless remote to open and close the tailgate.

The built-in intelligent safety design, called smart avoid pinch, prevents the lift gate from closing once it has touched anything in its path. The lift gates have the ability to have the opening height adjusted and also have a safety alarm that sounds when the lift gate is in operation. All mounting hardware, the vehicle specific brackets and harnesses are included with each kit. For a completely hands-free solution, add the iBEAM Foot Control Automatic Opener (TE-ATO) to work with one of the new power-operated lift gate kits. These new kits will be on display at the 2018 SEMA Show, from October 30 - November 2 at booth 11639 in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

iBEAM Vehicle Specific Lift Gate Kits - Now Shipping:

  • TE-PLGRAV

Fits Toyota RAV4 2015-2018

  • TE-PLGCRV

Fits Honda CRV 2017-2018

  • TE-PLGESC

Fits Ford Escape 2016-2018

  • TE-PLGEQN1

Fits Chevy Equinox 2012-2017

  • TE-PLGEQN2

Fits Chevy Equinox 2018-2019

  • TE-PLGTER

Fits GMC Terrain 2015-2017

iBEAM Foot Control Automatic Trunk Opener

TE-ATO Product Specifications:

• 2 sensor detection design

• Simple kick action to engage trunk opener

• Built-in integration for positive and negative trigger systems, or directly to the trunk switch

Compatible with vehicles equipped with motorized trunk openers

At Metra, 12-volt installation and integration is our passion. We strive to continuously offer the highest quality products to meet the fluctuating technological challenges of the automotive world. We actively listen to our customers’ requests and invest resources into developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make more dash kits for the most vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice”® for more than 70 years. Our brands include: Axxess®, T-Spec®, The Install Bay®, Heise LED Lighting Systems®, iBeam Vehicle Safety Systems®, Shuriken High Performance Batteries®, Raptor®, Ballistic® and AmmoTenna®.  Metra’s expertise in connectivity solutions is also applied to its division of premium home theater and surveillance products, Metra Home Theater Group®. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 800.221-0932.



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