Amy Gilroy

Amy Gilroy

Amy has been reporting on the consumer electronics industry since cellphones and compact disc players were first introduced. She's worked for numerous industry publications and was a senior editor at This Week in Consumer Electronics (TWICE) magazine for 15 years.
Car-Fi stores becomes Creative Audio
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Iconic Car-Fi Stores Re-Branded

Press Release: After purchasing the iconic Car-Fi retail chain in 2021, Creative Audio will re-brand the Car-Fi locations...

Kicker ships Warhorse car audio amplifier
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KICKER Ships Warhorse Amp

KICKER is shipping its new WXA-Series "Warhorse” Mono Amplifier to be accompanied by a line of accessories for...

Response to Mr Retail on Vehicle Specific Systems
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Response to Mr Retail on Vehicle Specific Audio Upgrades

By Ken Ward I would like to present a few points on why vehicle specific systems are good...

Crossover Marketing
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Crossover Adds Client Success Manager

Press Release (UNEDITED): BATTLE GROUND, WA – In a strategic move to boost customer service in the Pacific...

KICKER launches marine amp, thin coaxials
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KICKER Launches Marine Amp, Thin-Mount Coaxials

Press Release (UNEDITED): STILLWATER, OK – KICKER® has added a powerful, 1,500-watt mono amplifier to the KXMA Marine...

Spotlight Ram
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Spotlight on Jeep Grand Cherokees (Early 2000s)

By Richard Truesdell When it comes to older, high-volume platforms, few can compare with the second-generation 1999-2004 Jeep...

Directed by VOXX
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VOXX to Revamp DIRECTED Lineup

VOXX will revamp the Directed/Viper remote start lineup in a full relaunch towards the end of the year,...

New JVC decks
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JVC Intros Two New Decks

Corrected: JVC announced at KnowledgeFest in Atlantic City two new Double DIN decks with Single DIN short chassis....

The Progressive Group buys Oliver Marketing.
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Progressive Group Acquires Another Rep, Distributor

The Progressive Group, a leading distributor and manufacturer's rep based in Grand Rapids, MI, announced the acquisition of...

VOXX seeks Vehicle Applications Technician
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VOXX Distributor Announcement

Press Release (UNEDITED): ORLANDO, FL. -- VOXX Electronics Corporation (VEC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ:...

MSC appoints industry veteran Jeff Smith
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MSC Appoints Industry Veteran

Press Release (UNEDITED) : MESA, AZ – MSC (www.msc-america.com), North American Distribution Partner for Audiotec Fischer, BLAM, Escort...

Elite Exec Joins Lucas Lighting
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Elite Exec Joins Lucas Lighting

Aftermarket lighting company, Lucas Lighting, announced that Jim Warren, who formerly led the Elite Distributor Alliance (EDA), has...

Trulli Wireless Subwoofer For the Car
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Trulli Wireless Subwoofer to Ship Sept.

Trulli, the company that previewed a wireless powered, enclosed subwoofer in February, said it plans to ship in...

ZZ2 Intros Head Unit wireless CarPlay
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ZZ2 Intros CarPlay Deck, Motorcycle Kit

12 volt accessory company, ZZ2, announced its first head unit is coming to the US with an unusual...

Orion Appoints Original Engineer
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Orion Announces Return of Original Engineer

Press Release (UNEDITED): PHOENIX, AZ—Orion Car Audio proudly announces the appointment of Mark Busier as the Vice President...

Kenwood Intros New Decks, Dashcams
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KENWOOD Intros New Decks, Dashcams

KENWOOD announced a new low priced CarPlay/Android Auto deck that adds a single DIN short chassis to its...

car audio installer
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What Makes a Great Installation?

By James Chevrette As 12 volt industry professionals there is an important question we should be asking ourselves,...

GS Distributing
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GS Distributing Names New Account Manager

Press Release: LIVERMORE, CA--GS Distributing is pleased to announce Ron Vinoya has joined the company as an Account...

BOSS Elite names new distributor.
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Boss Audio Sponsors Knowledgefest Sales Seminar

Press Release (UNEDITED): OXNARD, CA-- Boss Audio will sponsor a seminar in the sales track of the upcoming...

Don't panic when retail is tough, but take these actions.
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Are Vehicle Specific Audio Systems Good For Retailers?

By Mr Retail  Are vehicle specific audio systems good for dealers, or do they detract from installation business?...