Car News
Car audio, 12-volt, EV and marine aftermarket news, reported for the people who run the business. Market shifts, brand moves, retail trends and what they mean for dealers, reps and manufacturers, from CEoutlook, covering the industry since 2012.
Dow Electronics Buys Shifting Sands Operations
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Car Stereo Demand Hits Record in New Cars
Here’s some recent data that the car audio aftermarket should see. Americans are loading new cars up with...
Audiovox In-Car Media Hub Due at CES
Calling it the next generation of backseat video, Audiovox plans to introduce at CES a wireless media hub...
Advent Enters Backup Camera Interface Kits
Audiovox Electronics announced that it has entered the backup camera OEM interface market with the launch of its...
New Arc Audio Subwoofers Due Q4
CORRECTED STORY: Arc Audio will introduce its first subwoofer design under its XDi product series in...
New Fast iPhone 5S Uses Fingerprint for Password for iTunes
Apple introduced its new flagship iPhone 5S that uses a fingerprint scanner instead of passwords for iTunes. It’s...
12V Buying Group Adds Hybrid Audio
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Apple Event Expected to Reveal New iPhones at Noon Pacific Time (3PM Eastern)
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Pioneer Launches Dealer Loyalty Program
Pioneer Electronics’ Car Electronics Division launched a loyalty points program for dealers to earn rewards. Participants must register...
Compustar Intros Mini 2-Way Remote Start Transmitter
Compustar is shipping new mini-sized key fob transmitter for remote start systems. The “Slice 1B” offers two-way control...
Aamp Buys Intraphex Car Kit Company
AAMP of America has purchased high tech aftermarket car kit maker Intraphex for an undisclosed sum. Aamp purchased...
First Smartwatch Prototype for Cars
Just after Samsung announced its entry into the smartwatch market this month, Nissan announced a concept smartwatch for...
Auto Page to Launch its First RSR Type Remote Start
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Apple Tests iPhones With 6-inch Screens
Apple is testing larger iPhone screens, and is looking at offering screens as large as 6 inches, said...
Top OEM Supplier Named as Panasonic; Pioneer Moves Up
The top OEM supplier of automotive infotainment to car makers in 2012 was Panasonic, which now has a...
Samsung Smartwatch Makes Calls
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Sony’s New Phone Cameras For Most Smartphones
Sony introduced Wednesday, two new unique camera add-ons that can work with many smartphones, including those from rivals...
Audiovox Expands Focus on 12V Specialists
Audiovox Electronics announced it has changed its focus to better help 12 volt independent specialists. The new...
Sprint Launches In-Car Text Blocking For Insurance Cos.
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Aftermarket Car Audio TV Ads Start in September
A new series of TV ads will be released next month promoting the car audio aftermarket under the...