Showcasing the Best in the Mobile Enhancement Industry
When it comes to aftermarket upgrades or vehicle service, the most important factor is not the product itself, it is the quality of the people who install and support it. A professional shop that employs qualified, certified personnel provides value that extends far beyond the initial installation. The shop’s commitment to hiring, training, and retaining competent technicians Read more
Sometimes you’ll notice the symmetry in vehicles that get sold in both left-hand drive markets and right-hand drive markets. A good old example of this was the Toyota Echo that became the Toyota Yaris. To cut costs, there was just one simple instrument cluster in the center of the dashboard that could be angled toward the driver depending on your home market.In electric Read more
A few decades ago, amplifiers designed for marine applications were not only huge but also inefficient and, crucially, not truly waterproof. Things have come a long way since then, and JL Audio has recently introduced a new series of products specifically for high-performance marine and powersport applications. In this spotlight, we’ll look at the new JL Audio AP600/6 Read more
Factory door speakers are usually the most compromised part of a vehicle’s audio system because they are designed to meet cost, weight, and production targets rather than deliver accurate sound. Carmakers have to balance hundreds of components in every vehicle, and audio hardware is often treated as a necessary feature, not a performance priority.To control costs, factory Read more
In technical fields, the gap between average and exceptional results often depends on the professional's training and standards. Certified professionals stand out for their formal education, proven competence, and commitment to ongoing learning—all of which lead to better evaluations, more precise installations, and quicker, more accurate troubleshooting than their uncertified Read more
Upgrading your car’s audio system is most successful when you follow a clear process instead of shopping for products. First-time buyers who focus on goals, professional expertise and open communication are far more likely to end up with a system they genuinely enjoy every day. Start With a Clear Goal, Not a Product The best car audio upgrades begin with a clearly defined Read more
In February of 2025, Automotive Data Solutions (ADS) introduced the world to a new way of installing car radios. In their presentation, they discussed how aftermarket source unit installations evolved from under-dash to DIN and, subsequently, 2-DIN shapes. Their iDatalink Maestro APX kits, when combined with radios from JVC and Kenwood, usher in a new philosophy in radio Read more
Audio cancellation occurs when sound waves overlap out of time and reduce each other’s output instead of combining. In a car, this most often shows up as weak bass, hollow midrange or a system that never sounds full no matter how high the volume goes.Unlike distortion or lack of power, cancellation is a timing and interaction problem. The speakers are playing, but parts of Read more
In today’s marketplace, consumers increasingly demand assurance that service providers offer not only experience but verified expertise. Individuals and companies use professional certification to formally demonstrate proficiency, maintain ongoing education, and show commitment to industry standards. Consumers seeking quality, safety, reliability, and value find this assurance Read more
