Hifonics Chief Engineer Lukas Louw has passed away, Maxxsonics USA announced. Read the full announcement from Maxxsonics USA President Alden Stiefel below: At Maxxsonics USA, we are deeply saddened to announce the sudden loss of a colleague and dear friend of the company, Lukas Louw. Lukas was a design consultant and one of the original… Continue reading Hifonics Chief Engineer Passes Away
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Hyundai Motor Group to Launch Infotainment, AI Platform Across All Future Models
Hyundai Motor Group and NVIDIA have announced the roll-out of the NVIDIA DRIVE ‘connected car’ platform across all new models from Hyundai, Kia and Genesis from 2022 onwards. The technical cooperation with NVIDIA, a computing company, will enable Hyundai Motor Group to develop high-performance ‘connected car’ computing systems for its next-generation models, the automaker said.… Continue reading Hyundai Motor Group to Launch Infotainment, AI Platform Across All Future Models
Maxxsonics Adds New Regional Sales Manager
John Driscoll has joined Maxxsonics USA as a regional sales manager, the mobile electronics manufacturer announced. While not being limited to just one region, Driscoll’s main focus will be on the nationwide network of powersports retailers. “Having worked with many of the current Maxxsonics team members in the past, some going back 20 years, I… Continue reading Maxxsonics Adds New Regional Sales Manager
Rydeen Hosting ADAS Webinar
Rydeen Mobile Electronics is hosting a webinar on Nov. 18-19 on blind spot indicator models, the company announced. The webinar aims to educate dealers on the latest blind spot indicator models and how to determine the best solution for customers. Subjects to be covered include: Blind Spot 101 Type 3 vs Type 2 radar systems… Continue reading Rydeen Hosting ADAS Webinar
WARN HUB Receiver & App Wins SEMA New Product Award
Warn Industries’ HUB Receiver & App won Best New Off-Road/4-Wheel Drive Product at SEMA360 last week, the company announced. The wireless winch control system lets users operate a truck or powersports winch using the Bluetooth connection on their smart device. Additionally, the company’s all-new Ascent XP front bumper was runner-up in the Van/Pickup/Sport Utility Vehicle… Continue reading WARN HUB Receiver & App Wins SEMA New Product Award
Roland Hence Wins 2020 SEMA Launch Pad
Roland Hence, founder and director of FrontLane, Inc., was named winner of the eighth annual SEMA Launch Pad, presented by the SEMA Young Executives Network (YEN). The announcement was made Monday, Nov. 2, on SEMA360. With more than 80 applicants, the Launch Pad competition concluded with Hence pitching his invention to a panel of industry… Continue reading Roland Hence Wins 2020 SEMA Launch Pad
Keystone Adds sPOD to Line Card
Keystone Automotive Operations has added sPOD, a manufacturer of precision-made power distribution and switching components, to its offerings. Since 2006, the family-owned company has been developing power distribution switch control systems for off-road vehicles, agricultural equipment, utility vehicles, race rigs and 12/24-volt equipment. Based in Southern California, sPOD designs and manufactures in the United States.… Continue reading Keystone Adds sPOD to Line Card
DENSO Named Frost & Sullivan’s 2020 Aftermarket Automotive Company of the Year
Frost & Sullivan has awarded DENSO Products and Services Americas, Inc. with its 2020 North American Aftermarket Automotive Company of the Year Award, the company announced. The international consulting firm, a global expert in strategic growth, recognizes companies and organizations that model excellence in growth strategy and implementation, product and technology innovation, and leadership that… Continue reading DENSO Named Frost & Sullivan’s 2020 Aftermarket Automotive Company of the Year
KICKER Recognizes Installers Vying for MEA Industry Awards
KICKER has recognized some of its 24 authorized installers, retailers and sales professionals that have earned 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, some of the award categories are decided solely on industry votes. The final awards… Continue reading KICKER Recognizes Installers Vying for MEA Industry Awards
Oracle Lighting’s Hartenstein Named Finalist for 2020 SEMA Gen-III Innovator of the Year
Oracle Lighting founder Justin Hartenstein has been named a finalist for the SEMA Gen-III Innovator of the Year, the company announced. Hartenstein was also a 2019 finalist. “Once again, it is truly an honor to be nominated for an award that recognizes hard work and innovation in such a large and dynamic industry,” said Hartenstein,… Continue reading Oracle Lighting’s Hartenstein Named Finalist for 2020 SEMA Gen-III Innovator of the Year
New 12-Volt Trade Group Reveals Dealer Program
MES Family, a new 12-volt industry trade group that launches Nov. 27, has revealed new details about the organization, including its first vendors, its Board of Directors and an early membership program for dealers. The new organization plans to offer mentoring, training and business services for car audio retailers and will consist of dealers and… Continue reading New 12-Volt Trade Group Reveals Dealer Program
Worksport Announces Supply Partnership with Hercules Electric Mobility
Worksport has signed an agreement with Hercules Electric Mobility, Detroit, Michigan, for Worksport’s TerraVis tonneau cover solar charging system to become the Tier One OEM supply partner for Hercules’ forthcoming Alpha Electric Pickup. The announcement today reveals Hercules as Worksport’s partner in an agreement between the two companies that is expected to generate up to… Continue reading Worksport Announces Supply Partnership with Hercules Electric Mobility
SoundShield Offering New Showroom Wall Display
SoundShield, a producer of sound-deadening materials, is now offering a new merchandising 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,… Continue reading SoundShield Offering New Showroom Wall Display
SEMA Provides Case Studies on Modifying ADAS-Equipped Vehicles
Earlier this year, SEMA hosted the SEMA Detroit Virtual ADAS Forum, offering members a chance to gain some insight on integrating specialty equipment and aftermarket products with OEM ADAS factory packages. During the panel, experts also addressed the many new opportunities that the ADAS category is opening for aftermarket companies, highlighting several cases studies of… Continue reading SEMA Provides Case Studies on Modifying ADAS-Equipped Vehicles
MEA Cancels In-Person KnowledgeFest LIVE
The Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) has canceled the in-person portion of KnowledgeFest LIVE, scheduled for December, due to new Dallas County orders regarding COVID-19 health guidance for the public. The county recently changed to its highest-level, “red,” meaning “Stay at home, stay safe.” “It’s unfortunate as our industry was looking forward to having a live… Continue reading MEA Cancels In-Person KnowledgeFest LIVE