Tag: Electronics

Slamology Returns to Indianapolis

The Slamology automotive and music festival is returning to Lucas Oil Raceway in Indianapolis this summer, event organizers announced. Scheduled for June 11-12, the annual automotive event will highlight the latest in customizing vehicles and car audio, organizers said. Slamology will offer automotive contests throughout the weekend, live music, a vendor midway and more. “We’re… Continue reading Slamology Returns to Indianapolis

Race Sport Lighting Recognizes 2021 Award Winners

Race Sport Lighting recently recognized distributors, dealers and sales reps with its ‘Best of 2021’ Awards, the company announced. Race Sport Lighting’s Best of 2021: Dealer of the Year – Auto Tint City Outfitters, Dearborn Heights, Michigan WD Distributor of the Year – Sound Distributions, Tukwila, Washington Tint World Franchise of the Year – Tint… Continue reading Race Sport Lighting Recognizes 2021 Award Winners

AAMP Global Acquires AudioControl

AAMP Global has acquired AudioControl, a provider of audio solutions engineered for the automotive, residential and commercial markets, the company announced. Based in Seattle, Washington for over 45 years, AudioControl will continue to operate under its current management team, the company said. “As an engineering-based provider of premium entertainment solutions supported by award-winning service, AudioControl… Continue reading AAMP Global Acquires AudioControl

AAMP Global Names New President of North American Division

AAMP Global has appointed Herb Brown as president of its North America division, the company announced. Brown has served AAMP Global for 30 years in various capacities including vice president of sales and executive vice president as his most recent role. In his new position he will oversee the operations, sales, marketing and product development… Continue reading AAMP Global Names New President of North American Division

Maxxsonics Project Manager Leads Ukrainian Refugee Relief Efforts

Maxxsonics Project and Quality Manager, Mark Lieber, is traveling to Hungary next month to help support Ukrainian refugees, the company announced. On April 7, Lieber will be traveling to Záhony, Hungary, to help a friend support Ukrainian refugees amidst Russia’s invasion of the European country. Lieber is currently seeking support to raise additional money to… Continue reading Maxxsonics Project Manager Leads Ukrainian Refugee Relief Efforts

Survey: Drivers Will Pay More for Top Safety Features

A new report from Rocket Auto has examined the features car buyers are most likely to look for when in the car market, the company announced. As the new and used car markets continued to see heavy competition and price increases, Rocket Auto surveyed over 3,000 motorists to determine which popular car features would push… Continue reading Survey: Drivers Will Pay More for Top Safety Features

HELLA Recognized as 2021 GM Supplier of the Year Winner

Automotive lighting and electronics manufacturer HELLA was named a General Motors Supplier of the Year winner in General Motors’ 30th annual Supplier of the Year awards, the company announced. HELLA received the award in two categories: Chassis Electronics and Lighting & Bulbs. It is also Hella’s fourth consecutive year receiving the award, the company said.… Continue reading HELLA Recognized as 2021 GM Supplier of the Year Winner

Mercedes-Benz Aiming for 2022 Release of ‘Drive Pilot’ Autonomous System

Mercedes-Benz L3 DRIVE PILOT Demonstration

Mercedes-Benz is targeting a late 2022 release of its Drive Pilot autonomous driving system in the U.S., according to a recent report from Road & Track. The Drive Pilot system will be available on certain highways when traveling below 40 mph and be offered on certain S-Class and EQS models. When engaged, the system will… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz Aiming for 2022 Release of ‘Drive Pilot’ Autonomous System

Audi to Offer VR for Passengers

Audi will bring virtual-reality entertainment for passengers from tech startup Holoride into series production, the German automaker announced. Beginning this summer, back seat passengers can put on virtual reality glasses (VR glasses) and immerse themselves in various media formats including games, films and interactive content, Audi said. The virtual content will adapt to the driving… Continue reading Audi to Offer VR for Passengers

KICKER Plans Return to 2022 Slamology

KICKER will once again take to the road this summer and appear at the Slamology car-audio event scheduled for June 11-12 at Lucas Oil Raceway near Indianapolis, the company announced. A regular at events prior to the pandemic, KICKER has supported Slamology since its inception 19 years ago, the company said. KICKER will attend the… Continue reading KICKER Plans Return to 2022 Slamology

KENWOOD USA Releases Training Schedule for Mastertech Expo

KENWOOD USA has released its training session schedule for the upcoming Mastertech Expo, the company announced. KENWOOD will be joined by installers Dean Beyett and Fernando Lopez of Five Star Car Stereo to present on “The Modern Deck and Four” during a training class at the Mastertech Expo in Mesa, Arizona, on March 7 at… Continue reading KENWOOD USA Releases Training Schedule for Mastertech Expo

Patrick Industries Acquires Rockford Fosgate

Patrick Industries has signed an agreement to acquire Arizona-based Rockford Corporation and its Rockford Fosgate brand, the companies announced. Rockford is the parent company of the Rockford Fosgate audio system brand, which primarily serves the powersports, marine and automotive markets and aftermarkets. Rockford’s full-year 2021 revenues were approximately $155 million, and the acquisition is expected to be immediately… Continue reading Patrick Industries Acquires Rockford Fosgate