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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.
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...
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
Aftermarket lighting company, Lucas Lighting, announced that Jim Warren, who formerly led the Elite Distributor Alliance (EDA), has...
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 CarPlay Deck, Motorcycle Kit
12 volt accessory company, ZZ2, announced its first head unit is coming to the US with an unusual...
KENWOOD Intros New Decks, Dashcams
KENWOOD announced a new low priced CarPlay/Android Auto deck that adds a single DIN short chassis to its...
What Makes a Great Installation?
By James Chevrette As 12 volt industry professionals there is an important question we should be asking ourselves,...
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?...
Update on Car Theft and Security
Car theft remains rampant in some pockets of the US and Canada, although it may have dropped from...
Thinkware to Expand Into This Product
Thinkware, a leading maker of dashcams, will expand into a new category with a "Smart Tint" system for...
For Expediters: How Car Dealers Think
If you know how car dealers make their money, you can become a better expediter and win more...
Top CEoutlook Story May 2024
In May new products were announced from JL Audio, DD Audio, PowerBass and others. Some good news--dashcams are...
New Tesla Accessory Line from Rydeen
Rydeen Mobile Electronics will ship in June/July a full line of TESLA vehicle accessories including additional monitors for...
Wet Sounds Leader Retires
Wet Sounds announced that its founder Tim White is retiring. His founding partner, Joe Mandola will continue to...
VOXX Thinkware-Ready Security System Heading to US
VOXX Electronics (VOXX, Directed) will sell in the US a CarLink remote start/security system that works with a...
JVCKENWOOD, Alps Alpine Report Full Year Sales
JVCKENWOOD and Alps Alpine reported sales and profits for their financial years, both ending March 31. JVCKENWOOD reported...
Bose’s New SeatCentric Technology
Richard Truesdell Bose is at it again, with a new OEM system for automobiles. It uses headrest speakers...
The Future of Front Seat Video in Motion
You may have heard that Mercedes-Benz is now offering in the US, the first semi-autonomous vehicles that don't...
B2 Audio Returns to US with Big Jeff
Distributor Big Jeff Online has been named US master distributor for B2 Audio, a Danish sound quality brand...
GM Fixed Its CarPlay Substitute After Rough Start. Does it Work Now?
Now that General Motors has fixed its Ultium sound system that it developed to eliminate the need for...