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

New 12-Volt Association Launching in November

The Mobile Electronics Syndicate, an online industry forum, is launching a 12-volt industry trade organization offering mentoring, training and business services for car audio retailers and will consist of dealers and suppliers within the industry. According to the group’s website, the MES will officially launch in November. It will also offer point-of-sale retail software, a… Continue reading New 12-Volt Association Launching in November

Nakamichi Car Audio Appoints New Midwest Rep Firm

Nakamichi Car Audio has hired rep firm ROCK-N-REV Sales & Marketing in the Midwest territory, the company announced. “RNR owner Jeff Budin has been a staple part of the 12-Volt community for over 25 years and his new rep firm has been setting record sales numbers,” Nakamichi said in a statement announcing the decision. “We… Continue reading Nakamichi Car Audio Appoints New Midwest Rep Firm

AAMP Global Names New President and CEO

AAMP Global, a manufacturer of aftermarket mobile electronics, has named Scott Forst as its president and CEO. In addition, the previous President and Chief Executive Officer, Jamie Fraser, was appointed executive chairman of AAMP’s Board. “I am delighted to announce Scott’s promotion to President and Chief Executive Officer,” said Fraser. “I have worked closely with… Continue reading AAMP Global Names New President and CEO

Hyundai Introduces All-Electric Racer

Hyundai Motor Company introduced its new electrified RM20e Racing Midship Sports Car at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition 2020. The RM nomenclature refers to the N prototype model’s “Racing Midship” rear-drive, midship powertrain configuration. The RM platform facilitates an engineering “rolling lab” for testing high-performance technologies, Hyundai said. In 2012, Hyundai embarked on project RM… Continue reading Hyundai Introduces All-Electric Racer

Worksport Enters Partnership with Atlis Motor Vehicles

Worksport has entered into an agreement with Atlis Motor Vehicles aimed at configuring the TerraVis solar charging system as an OE accessory for the Atlis XT electric pickup truck. Atlis and Worksport will begin working together immediately to integrate their engineering and design departments, the companies said. They will configure the TerraVis Solar Truck Bed… Continue reading Worksport Enters Partnership with Atlis Motor Vehicles

Midwest Energy Companies Pledge to Build EV Charging Infrastructure

Six regional energy companies have committed to a Memorandum of Cooperation, committing to work together to build a network of Midwest EV charging stations by the end of 2022. Six energy companies have pledged to support this project, including Ameren Illinois, Ameren Missouri, Consumers Energy, DTE Energy, Evergy and Oklahoma Gas and Electric. “Ameren is… Continue reading Midwest Energy Companies Pledge to Build EV Charging Infrastructure

KICKER Recognizes Top 50 Retailers and Installers

KICKER recently recognized its 24 authorized installers, retailers and sales professionals to have earned a place in this year’s “Top 50,” as determined by the Mobile Electronics Association (MEA). “KICKER is blessed to work alongside an outstanding group of retailers and their workforce,” said Tom Heath, KICKER Vice President of Domestic Sales and Marketing. “It’s… Continue reading KICKER Recognizes Top 50 Retailers and Installers

Keystone Automotive Operations Adds Scosche Industries to Lineup

Keystone Automotive Operations has added Scosche Industries to its Mobile Electronics category, the parts distrubtor announced. Scosche Industries is a multi-generation, family-owned and operated company that specializes in mobile electronics and automotive accessories. Based in Southern California, the company serves over 50 countries with more than 4,000 unique products. The Scosche product line consists of… Continue reading Keystone Automotive Operations Adds Scosche Industries to Lineup