Showcasing the Best in the Mobile Enhancement Industry
I was recently discussing the quality of component speakers on social media. The person wanted to know how they compared with other offerings. Having formally reviewed many of this company’s speakers and most of the alternatives, I explained that not only did their flagship offerings sound excellent, but their performance measurably and audibly surpassed that of many brands Read more
As you may know, the product development team at Sony has been busy over the last few years creating an entirely new line of premium car audio products. Their efforts have rewarded the industry with the amazing XAV-9500ES multimedia receiver, as well as six speaker solutions, three amplifiers and three subwoofer offerings. In this Test Drive Review, we’ll inspect and evaluate Read more
Shopping for car audio upgrades can be difficult. There are often several if not dozens of retailers in your area, with each one typically offering different solutions. Wading through the options can be difficult. This article will explain a straightforward tip for getting the best value and performance for your investment. It’s as simple as “Why?” Buying a New Car Read more
When it comes to car audio upgrades, price and value in a purchase are often unrelated. For example, if the lease is up on your BMW and you decide you want to save some money, leasing a Mitsubishi Mirage isn’t a direct replacement, even if it costs a lot less per month. In addition, associating value with a purchase is difficult to quantify, especially when it comes to car Read more
Most mobile audio enthusiasts know that sound deadening is an important part of a car audio system upgrade. This simple material will not only reduce the amount of road and wind noise that you hear, but it can dramatically improve the performance of your audio system. Let’s take a close look at how common sound deadening materials work. What Is Sound Deadening? Whether you Read more
If you have purchased a set of premium car audio speakers from a respected mobile electronics retailer in the past few years, then you should be familiar with the concept of sound deadening. If you aren’t familiar with this, or want to know more, then read on! We think you will find sound deadening is an often-overlooked upgrade that has more benefits than most people are aware Read more
Go back a few decades, and only a handful of car audio companies made speakers designed specifically for marine applications. Now, almost every company offers coaxial or component speakers and subwoofers engineered for boats and personal watercraft. Rockford Fosgate is at the forefront of this market, with a comprehensive line of speakers, subwoofers, amplifiers, and source Read more
Holly Hill, Fla. – April 21, 2025 – Metra Electronics® has begun shipping the state-of-the-art all-in-one audio systems that were unveiled at SEMA. Created in collaboration with VIBE Audio, these comprehensive audio kits include everything needed to install a premium aftermarket audio system in one convenient package. They are engineered for seamless integration and exceptional Read more
When it comes to powersports, motorcycle, marine and hot rod audio systems, many of these solutions are designed with convenience and stealthiness in mind. As such, they will use a Bluetooth audio receiver in combination with a smartphone rather than a conventional source unit. The Rockford Fosgate RFBTRCA Bluetooth receiver is designed specifically for applications like these, Read more
When you’re behind the wheel, your car’s audio system is a key part of the experience. Whether you’re listening to your favorite playlist, catching up on a podcast, or enjoying an audiobook, the quality of your sound system can make all the difference. While factory audio systems have improved over the years, they still leave a lot to be desired in terms of sound quality, Read more
If you’re a long-time reader of the car audio content on BestCarAudio.com, you know our goal is to provide informative and educational articles targeted at consumers and enthusiasts. Every now and then, we deviate from that goal to offer a behind-the-scenes look at something that strays from the usual recipe. This Phase Shift article covers the 2025 Mastertech EXPO in Mesa, Read more
Genesis is the upscale Hyundai brand that hit our shores in 2017. It has been a great success, and the luxury offered by the brand is impressive for the price. But Hyundai has also stepped up its game, so consumers have a tough choice to make—a fully loaded Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy or a Genesis GV80? You can’t go wrong with either choice. Both feature powerful powertrains Read more
