Tag: Electronics

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

KICKER to Host Virtual Event

Reacting to the news of no live SEMA Show in 2020, Stillwater Designs, the maker of KICKER mobile-audio products, has announced that it will conduct its own virtual trade event for authorized dealers. The mobile-audio manufacturer is producing KICKER UnMASKED! Live, which will stream for three days, Oct. 21-23.  The event will provide insight into… Continue reading KICKER to Host Virtual Event

Mobile Solutions to Present Virtual Training at SEMA360

Mobile Solutions will be participating in the education sessions of the upcoming SEMA360 virtual event with a 30-minute training session titled “Restomod and Hot-Rod Interior Fabrication – Incorporating Modern Electronics,” the company announced. Mobile Solutions president and founder Bryan Schmitt, along with Juan “JT” Torres of Automotive Entertainment HB in Huntington Beach, California, will take… Continue reading Mobile Solutions to Present Virtual Training at SEMA360

Audi to Offer Digital Matrix LED Headlights in 2021

Audi will be offering Digital Matrix LED (DML) headlights as optional equipment in 2021 e-tron and e-tron Sportback models, the automaker announced. This is the first time DML headlights have been mass-produced for a production vehicle, Audi says. Comprised of 1.3 million micromirrors per headlight, DML headlights essentially operate like movie projectors, emitting tiny unique… Continue reading Audi to Offer Digital Matrix LED Headlights in 2021

Meyer Distributing Adds Zamp Solar to Line Card

Meyer Distributing has added Zamp Solar products to its line card, the parts distributor announced. “Meyer Distributing is excited to announce the addition of Zamp Solar to our comprehensive list of vendor partners. The Solar segment is growing quickly and the addition of Zamp will give our dealers another high-quality Solar solution to offer their… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds Zamp Solar to Line Card