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17th Dec 2019Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX8000

Categories: PRODUCTS, Bluetooth, Car Audio, Navigation, Satellite Radio, Smartphone Integration, Sponsored PostTags: Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Double-DIN, Google Maps, iHeartRadio, ISO-Mount, Mercedes, Pandora, Single-DIN, SiriusXM, Sony, Spotify, Tesla, Tidal

Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX8000

Fans of big screens, rejoice! Sony is now shipping the XAV-AX8000 media receiver, and it comes with a massive 8.95-inch touchscreen. Designed to fit into single-DIN ISO-mount radio locations, this receiver is based on the highly respected XAV-AX5000 platform to deliver all the entertainment you could ever want in your car, truck or SUV.Flexible Mounting Options Ensure Read more

7th Dec 20192020 Mazda MX-5 RF. Adding Practicality to the Miata!

Categories: Vehicle Insights, Backup Safety, Driver Safety, Lighting, Navigation, Smartphone IntegrationTags: 2020, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Blind-spot Systems, Lane Departure, LED Lighting, Mazda, Miata, MX-5

2020 Mazda MX-5 RF. Adding Practicality to the Miata!

Truth be told, I love the Mazda Miata. I never thought I would own one, but too many other automotive journalists talked me into the platform as the perfect reasonably priced, open-air sports car. I am glad I listened to them years back and picked up a first-generation vehicle. It proved both super reliable and super fun. It needed a bit more power, but as anyone involved in Read more

11th Sep 2019The Newbies’ Guide to Car Radios

Categories: ARTICLES, Bluetooth, Car Audio, Navigation, Smartphone IntegrationTags: Alpine, ARC Audio, Garmin, iDataLink, JL Audio, Kenwood, Maestro, Pioneer, Radios, Sony

The Newbies’ Guide to Car Radios

Imagine if you had a guide to help you choose the right products or solutions to increase the value and performance of your next car audio upgrade. We could quite literally write an entire encyclopedia on the hundreds of aspects of car audio and mobile enhancement upgrades. With that said, let’s look at a few of the basic terms and concepts that will help you get the most out Read more

4th Aug 20192019 Fiat 500c Abarth. The Ripsnortin’ Riot Fiat!

Categories: Vehicle Insights, Backup Safety, Car Audio, NavigationTags: 2019, 500c Abarth, Amplifiers, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Backup Cameras, Fiat, Speakers

2019 Fiat 500c Abarth. The Ripsnortin’ Riot Fiat!

For automotive enthusiasts, the Fiat 500c is charming little car. It can be compared to a Smart car in terms of size, but with the added practicality of a small backseat and trunk. Plus, it reminds us of the classic Fiats of yore and their Italian heritage, just like Lightning McQueen’s friend Luigi in Pixar’s Cars.The Abarth is the performance version and uses a 1.4-liter Read more

26th Jun 2019Smartphone Versus Built-in Navigation – Which Is Best?

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Navigation, Resource Library, Smartphone IntegrationTags: Alpine, Apple Maps, Google Maps, JVC, Kenwood, Pioneer, Sony, Waze

Smartphone Versus Built-in Navigation – Which Is Best?

There’s no denying the convenience of having a navigation system in your vehicle, whether it’s smartphone-based or built into your radio. With the nearly instant popularity of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, smartphone-connected radios are quickly replacing built-in navigation solutions as the upgrade of choice. The question is, which is the better navigation solution? Let’s Read more

22nd May 2019Double-DIN Car Radio: What is it and Why Does it Matter

Categories: ARTICLES, Bluetooth, Car Audio, Navigation, Smartphone IntegrationTags: 2-DIN, Chrysler, DIN, Double-DIN, General Motors

Double-DIN Car Radio: What is it and Why Does it Matter

If you go shopping for a new radio for your car or truck, the Product Specialist may use the term DIN or double-DIN to describe the size of the radio. DIN is short for Deutsches Institut für Normung, which translates to mean German Institute for Standardization.The goal in the creation of this standard was to develop a radio chassis size that would be common across a wide Read more

22nd Mar 2019Why Choose an MECP Certified Installation Technician?

Categories: ARTICLES, Backup Safety, Bluetooth, Car Audio, Driver Safety, Integration, Keyless Entry, Lighting, Marine Audio, Mobile Video, Motorcycle Audio, Navigation, Radar Detectors, Remote Starter, Satellite Radio, Smartphone Integration, Vehicle SecurityTags: Amplifiers, Bluetooth, MECP, Professional Installation, Remote Starter

Why Choose an MECP Certified Installation Technician?

For many people, their car is one of the most significant purchases they make, second only to buying a home. Making a purchase this large is exciting but can also be stressful. During the transaction, some smaller items might get glossed over or under-scrutinized because of the attention on the vehicle purchase itself, and any related deposits or financing. A couple of the Read more

21st Mar 2019Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX1000

Categories: PRODUCTS, Backup Safety, Bluetooth, Car Audio, Navigation, Satellite Radio, Smartphone Integration, Sponsored PostTags: Apple CarPlay, FLAC, Google Maps, Radios, Sony, Waze

Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX1000

If you are looking for a multimedia receiver for your car or truck with a bright, clear screen and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, then you’ll want to check out the Sony XAV-AX1000. Equipped with a 6.2-inch, touch-sensitive display and rotary volume control on the front panel, the XAV-AX1000 looks great while being easy and intuitive to operate. Let’s take a close look at Read more

14th Mar 2019Upgrade Your Vehicle Technology Without any Clutter

Categories: BestCarAudio, ARTICLES, Backup Safety, Bluetooth, Car Audio, Navigation, Resource LibraryTags: Alpine, Backup Cameras, Escort, JVC, K40, Kenwood, Pioneer, Portable GPS Navigation, Radar Detection, Radar Detectors, Radenso, Seat Heaters, SiriusXM, Sony, Stinger

Upgrade Your Vehicle Technology Without any Clutter

These days, it seems like there are more vehicle technology options than ever that can plug into the power outlet in your car or stick to the windshield. The problem with using the cigarette lighter outlet in your vehicle is that you end up with a lot of wire clutter and components attached to your windshield that can obstruct your vision and be very distracting. In this Read more

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