Car News

Advance amplifier/DSP from NAV-TV.
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Advanced Amp/DSP Debuts from NAV-TV

NAV-TV announced what is calls "one of the most advanced amplifiers on the market, capable of doing it...

RDVFL introduces large screen replacement for GM trucks.
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RDVFL Launches Large Screen for GM Trucks

RDVFL announced a large, 15.6-inch vertical touchscreen upgrade for 2013-2019 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks equipped...

zz2 new BMW and Audi
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ZZ2 Intros Two Screen Upgrades

ZZ2 announced continued expansion of its  DIZZPLAY Screen Replacement lineup with two new kits: one for BMW EVO vehicles and...

orca_2026
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Two New Leadership Appointments

Orca Names New National Training Coordinator Orca Design & Manufacturing announced the appointment of Joseph Norton as National...

Car audio sales forecast for 2026
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Car Audio Forecast for 2026

Car audio wholesale revenue (sales to dealers) is expected to fall by 4 percent this year compared to...

Car audio dealers in Minneapolis suffer sales decline, seek leeway from vendors.
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Minneapolis Retailers Slow, Seek Vendor Leeway

Several car audio dealers in Minneapolis said sales are down by 40 to 80 percent due to the...

How long do new OEM touchscreens last?
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How Long do Factory Touchscreens Last?

As usual, the OEMs' failure may be the aftermarket's gain. Factory infotainment touchscreens have a general lifespan between...

k40 radar systems repair
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12V Veteran Takes Over K40 Support

By James Chevrette Marty Deane of Cicada has acquired all remaining K40 inventory of radar and laser detectors...

modus update 2026
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Modus to Ship Amps This Quarter

By James Chevrette After some delays, Modus, the new audio company offering advanced technology, will ship its first...

JL Audio introduces new Stealbox subwoofer for Jeep
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New JL Audio Stealthbox for Jeep

Garmin announced it will soon ship a new JL Audio Stealthbox Enclosed Subwoofer for the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited....

Modus AIM-10 2026
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Modus Radio to Offer Removal Buttons

Modus Global released a video showcasing one of its upcoming new head units, the AIM-10 radio with a removable button...

Spatial Audio in 2026
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How Does Pioneer’s SPHERA Radio Work?

By James Chevrette The announcement at CES of Pioneer’s new SPHERA radio, the first in the aftermarket with...

Add-on sales for car audio retailers.
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Add-On Selling Opportunities for 12-Volt

By Mr Retail In this day and age, we need to look for every opportunity to raise our...

Car Manufacturers removing AM/FM radio?
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Car Makers Remove AM/FM: What It Means for 12-Volt

By James Chevrette Car companies are taking AM and FM radios out of new vehicles. One of the...

Orion PROXTR Amplifiers
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Orion Intros New Amps, Midranges Ahead of Nostalgia Amps

By James Chevrette Orion is shipping new XTR PRO Amplifiers and XMT Pro Audio Midrange speakers, ahead of...

car audio retailer 2026
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What Changes are Retailers Making for 2026?

By James Chevrette As we enter a new year, we asked retailers what changes they're making in 2026...

LinksWell launches lower cost large-screened radios.
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LinksWell Adds Lower Cost Radios

LinksWell will offer in the first quarter 2026, a new line of 11.5-inch vehicle specific radios for budget...

CES Automotive News For 12 Volters
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CES Automotive Review For You

While CES isn't the audio show it used to be, there was plenty of automotive news announced at...

JVCKENWOOD expands vehicles compatible with its Direct Replacement car audio receivers.
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KENWOOD, JVC Direct Replacement Radios Work With More Vehicles

JVCKENWOOD announced expanded compatibility for its Direct Replacement receivers, which now support select 2009–2017 Nissan and Infiniti vehicles....

NAV-TV ships ZEN-A2B PLUS integration for GM and Ford.
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New First From NAV-TV

NAV-TV is shipping the first aftermarket amplifier interface compatible with both General Motors and Ford A2B vehicles in...