A new 12-volt training school is expected to launch later this year, CE Outlook reports. The school, called “The Industry School,” will offer a wide range of 12-volt training classes online. Founded by former Mobile Electronics magazine editor Solomon Daniels and former VP Strategic Partnerships at the Mobile Electronics Association, Kerry Moyer, the school will… Continue reading 12-Volt Training School Announced
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Rydeen to Distribute CUB Blind Spot Detection/ADAS Products
Rydeen Mobile, a manufacturer of driver safety and mobile electronics, will be distributing CUB ADAS products through its independent retailers & distribution partners exclusively in USA and Canada for 12-Volt channels, the company announced. “We are excited to work with Rydeen Mobile because of their outstanding reputation in the automotive industry and their passion to… Continue reading Rydeen to Distribute CUB Blind Spot Detection/ADAS Products
AutonomouStuff, NovAtel to Sponsor Indy Autonomous Challenge
AutonomouStuff and NovAtel, both companies in Hexagon’s Autonomy & Positioning brand portfolio, will be serving as sponsors for the Indy Autonomous Challenge, the $1.5M university prize competition to program modified Dallara IL-15 race cars for an autonomous head-to-head race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the company announced. The university teams will race their autonomous vehicles… Continue reading AutonomouStuff, NovAtel to Sponsor Indy Autonomous Challenge
Firstech Partnering with Custom Sounds & Tint
Firstech has announced that Compustar and DroneMobile products will now be sold and installed at all Custom Sounds & Tint retail locations in Texas, Missouri, Illinois and Oklahoma. Custom Sounds & Tint has over 20 retail locations in cities such as Austin, San Antonio, St. Louis and Oklahoma City. Each location’s staff will receive direct… Continue reading Firstech Partnering with Custom Sounds & Tint
Study Reveals ‘Tipping Points’ for Mainstream Electric Vehicle Adoption
A major new study released by Castrol draws on the views of consumers, fleet managers and automotive industry leaders from across the US to reveal the factors driving electric vehicle (EV) buying decisions. The study, called Accelerating the Evolution, reveals that, on average for US consumers, a price point of $36,000, a charge time of… Continue reading Study Reveals ‘Tipping Points’ for Mainstream Electric Vehicle Adoption
EISA Names Best In-Car Electronics of 2020
EISA, the Expert Imaging & Sound Association, has revealed the winners of its 2020-2021 Awards. Technical experts from 60 specialist magazines and websites in 29 countries across the world have recognized and awarded no fewer than 78 products as the best in their categories, including in-car electronics. For nearly 40 years EISA has been selecting… Continue reading EISA Names Best In-Car Electronics of 2020
Firstech Expands Installer Support
Firstech, the maker of Compustar and DroneMobile products, has expanded its support hours and virtual resources for installers, the company announced. The company now offers over-the-phone and online installer support Mondays through Saturdays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. PT. Installers will have access to these extended hours throughout the holiday season. Firstech has also expanded its offering… Continue reading Firstech Expands Installer Support
Michigan Building Roadway for Self-Driving Vehicles
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced an initiative to develop a first-of-its-kind roadway for connected and autonomous vehicles that will span between Detroit and Ann Arbor. Cavnue, a subsidiary of Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners (SIP) with a focus on building the future of roads, has been selected by the state to serve as developer of the corridor… Continue reading Michigan Building Roadway for Self-Driving Vehicles
Electrify America Announces Collaboration with Love’s Travel Stops
Electrify America, an open direct current (DC) fast-charging network in the U.S., announced it will work with Love’s Travel Stops, a travel stop chain, to bring public ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to seven locations in six U.S. states. The seven charging stations, located in Oklahoma, New Mexico, Utah, Florida, New York and Arizona,… Continue reading Electrify America Announces Collaboration with Love’s Travel Stops
White Paper Released on ADAS and Aftermarket Compliance
The automotive aftermarket industry’s first active safety performance study and test program for Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking (P-AEB) are documented in a new white paper entitled “Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and Aftermarket-Modified Vehicle Compliance,” participating organizations announced. P-AEB is an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) designed to help mitigate or prevent certain collisions with vehicles… Continue reading White Paper Released on ADAS and Aftermarket Compliance
VOXX Adds to Tech Service Team to Oversee New Aftermarket Business
VOXX Electronics Corporation (VEC), has announced that Bryan Nelson and Chris Libardi have joined the VOXX Tech Service Team in support of the recent acquisition of Directed’s automotive aftermarket business last month. VOXX recently acquired the aftermarket vehicle remote start and security solutions business inclusive of eight brands, led by Viper, along with Autostart, AstroStart,… Continue reading VOXX Adds to Tech Service Team to Oversee New Aftermarket Business
GM, EVgo Announce Plans to Expand Fast Charging Network
General Motors and EVgo plan to triple the size of its fast charging network by adding more than 2,700 new fast chargers over the next five years, a move set to help accelerate widespread electric vehicle adoption, the company announced. The two companies will add fast charging stations to cities and suburbs, unlocking new EV… Continue reading GM, EVgo Announce Plans to Expand Fast Charging Network
KnowledgeFest Dallas Postponed
The Mobile Electronics Association has postponed KnowledgeFest Dallas, the organization announced, and will be rescheduled for Dec. 4-6 and renamed “KnowledgeFest Live.” The replacement event will be held in Dallas and include exhibitors and attendees from all previously scheduled KnowledgeFest events postponed earlier this year, according to a CE Outlook report. It will also be… Continue reading KnowledgeFest Dallas Postponed
Turn 14 Distribution Adds SPAL Automotive USA to Line Card
Turn 14 Distribution, a performance parts distributor, has added SPAL Automotive USA’s line of electric fans and accessories to its line card. “SPAL Automotive USA’s products are proven across many forms of motorsport and enthusiast use over the last six decades. By controlling every aspect of design and manufacturing, they can produce components that perform… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds SPAL Automotive USA to Line Card
VOXX Acquires Directed’s Aftermarket Brands
VOXX International Corporation, a manufacturer and distributor of automotive and consumer technologies for the global markets, has acquired the aftermarket vehicle remote start and security systems and connected car solutions businesses of Directed, the company announced. This transaction was completed on July 2, 2020, via an Asset Purchase Agreement. VOXX DEI, a newly formed 75%… Continue reading VOXX Acquires Directed’s Aftermarket Brands