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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.
Focal Intros New Entry Level Speakers
Focal rebranded its entry-level Auditor line, now called Auditor EVO, and introduced its first new speakers in the...
Inventory Vs. Cash: Mr Retail
By Mr. Retail As we begin a new year, now is the time to think about an important...
Should Dealers Buy-In Heavily Now
When it comes to inventory other than radios, should dealers buy in heavily for this coming year or...
First Full UTV Kits From These Brands
Cerwin Vega is introducing its first full-system, UTV-specific kits, which will also be available under the Diamond Audio...
Headlight Laws to Change by 2023
US headlight laws are on track to change in a way that could help aftermarket suppliers. The infrastructure...
Oddball Install: Can Am Ryker
By Mr Retail A client stopped by at Foss Audio & Tint, in Puyallup, WA, requesting an upgrade...
Ford Launches Real Time Car Security With ADT
Ford is teaming up with ADT to create self- installed, modular smart car security. It will launch early...
SEMA’s New Shortage Prediction
A new report by SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) said the worst of the supply chain disruptions are...
Even More GM Deletions Mean More 12 Volt Opportunity
Some Chevrolet models recently began leaving the factory without certain park assist features that use ultrasonic sensors to...
SQ Competition Group Gains US Traction
EMMA Global is a popular sound competition organization in Europe, which launched a US arm in late 2018...
12V Manufacturer Launches Retail Brand
Until now, GCH Automotive, maker of navigation, cameras, and other 12 volt accessories primarily focused on manufacturing private...
New SiriusXM In-Car Receivers
SiriusXM will ship in the first part of Q2 a new in-car receiver that supports easier installation, and...
CT Sounds Two Years Later
CT Sounds, a DIY and retail car audio brand, took a downward turn following the untimely death of...
Toyota Re-Outfits Used Cars
Toyota is launching in Japan this month a service that adds new electronics to used cars. The company...
How Big Are Powersports, Motorcycle, Marine Audio Sales
For those who track sales of the various segments in 12 volt retailing, here are powersports, motorcycle and...
VOXX Reports DEI Update
VOXX said its DEI remote start sales were up for the recent quarter but overall VOXX aftermarket sales...
LinksWell Tightens Distribution on Newest Radios
LinksWell Automotive announced its newest Generation V, T-Style, large screen radios will offer select distribution. The company is...
New Alpine Jeep Receivers Due February
Alpine Electronics of America will ship in February two new Hi-Res 9-inch weather resistant Jeep receivers for the...
You Asked: More Alpine Halo/Jeep Radio Details
Here are some additional facts on Alpine's new Halo 9- and 11-inch floating radios and new Jeep Hi-Res...
Amazon Cockpit Due 2024 Via Chrysler
Stellantis (parent to Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Peugot and other brands) has partnered with Amazon to develop vehicles with...