We counted just shy of 20 companies that announced new products in January including a new radio/screen replacement system from KENWOOD and JVC using Maestro integration kits (which launched the last day of the month and so didn’t quite make the top ten for January).
A sad story for the month was the notification by Garmin that it will change the distribution system for JL Audio. Garmin sent a memo to JL Audio reps stating their services would no longer be required as of July 31.
Here are the top stories for January 2025:
- First Harman Kardon US Aftermarket Speakers Debut
- B2 Audio Ships New Amps in US Return
- Stinger Ships New Deck
- Garmin Terminates JL Audio Reps
- Arc Audio Names National Sales Manager
- Invasion of the Chinese “No-Brand” Radios
- Pioneer Shows Dolby Atmos System for Car
- Industry Vet Resigns from a Director Role at Pioneer
- Radical Full Car Audio Line to Launch From D’Amore Team
- MESA Buying Group Announces Vendor Partners 2025-2026
