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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.
New Jensen Super Large Radios
Jensen Mobile announced its first 12- and 14-inch sized car radios. The new single DIN models are Maestro-ready...
BOSS Intros Advanced Harley Deck
BOSS Audio announced a new Harley-Davidson digital media receiver under its dealer-protected Elite line. The new model BE920WCPA.HD...
Alpine Names New Director of National Sales
Alpine (Alps Alpine) has promoted Dan Sparks to the post of Director of National Sales for the Alpine...
New Rep Firm Officially Launches
Atom Sales, a new manufacturer’s representative firm, specializing in the 12-volt industry, announced its official launch, serving the...
Best Buy Warnings on Tariffs
Best Buy’s CEO Corie Barry told analysts she expects the chain’s goods to see price increases based on...
Suppliers React to New Tariffs
The latest round of tariffs that went into effect Tuesday have led some suppliers to consider raising prices...
Top Story February 2025
We are still out of breath at the pace of stories and news releases during February. There was...
Sales Are Picking Up
After a slow start to the year, with sales dropping by double digits over last year for many,...
Reps Band Together in New 12V Organization
A new rep organization will soon be launched to help manufacturer's reps combine their expertise to mutually benefit...
Leading Retailer Injured
A leading South Florida retailer Mike Dixon, owner of Audio Logic, was in a tragic accident recently. After...
Rockford Intros New RZR Subwoofer Kit
Rockford Fosgate (www.rockfordfosgate.com) announced a rear subwoofer kit designed for Polaris RZR side-by-sides. The 400-watt subwoofer works with...
Orca’s 3D Printer Program Expands
By James Chevrette Orca Design & Manufacturing said 184 dealers have now joined its 3D printer program. Under...
Tesla Techs Provide Install Tips at MasterTech Expo
At MasterTech Expo next month, Tesla "Master Technicians" will be on-site provide tips and advice on electrical limitations...
DroneMobile Adds Vehicle Health Info
Firstech, maker of DroneMobile and Compustar, announced shipment of the Drone X2MAX-LTE telematics device for vehicles that lets...
VOXX Announces Q3 Losses
VOXX International Corporation, the parent of brands including Viper, Audiovox, Code Alarm, Rosen, and others, released its Q3...
K40 to Close its Doors
By Amy Gilroy and James Chevrette After more than 40 years in business, K40 is closing its doors....
Sony Adds New Distributor
Sony Car Audio has added Woofer Electronics Distributors to its distributor lineup, with exclusive distribution rights in Minnesota,...
Trulli Intros 18-inch Shallow Sub
By James Chevrette Trulli Audio is using its thin, cone-less speaker technology to launch new subwoofers (including an...
SounDigital Intros New Amp Line
SounDigital USA showed a new amplifier line at the recent KnowledgeFest in Las Vegas that improves sound quality...
Arc Audio Debuts New DSP
At the recent KnowledgeFest in Las Vegas, Arc Audio showed the new PS12-Pro twelve channel DSP. The PS12...