Showcasing the Best in the Mobile Enhancement Industry
Looking at the specifications and features of an amplifier rarely tells the entire story. ARC Audio sent me one of their ARC 1000.4 amplifiers that’s equipped with an IPS8.8 Pro-Series eight-channel digital signal processor. Based on a 1,000-watt platform, this four-channel amp is rated to produce 250 watts per channel into 2- and 4-ohm loads. There’s a lot of ground to cover Read more
We all know the CUVs are here to stay. When thinking of the class, a lot of buyers gravitate to the Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV-4. But Mazda also wants to make a case for itself with a well-engineered CUV that should remain reliable but with a dose of sportiness injected into it.Enter the CX-5 Signature edition. The CX-5 starts at $26K and goes all the way to $37K all-in … a Read more
Around the world, the Corolla has been one of Toyota’s best-selling vehicles, with nearly 50 million sold since its inception. Although sales in the United States remain strong, they have been slowly declining because of Americans’ insatiable appetite for vehicles that look like SUVs.The Toyota C-HR, which stands is for Coupe High Riding, is only front-wheel drive, so it’s Read more
The Hyundai Sonata has proven itself a worthy competitor to the benchmark Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. Both these vehicles have hybrid powerplant options, and so does the Sonata. The new engineering in the Hyundai version seems to be a cut above the competition when it comes to technology. Where the Sonata really shines in its bladder-busting capability between rest stops: a Read more
Day after day, we see clients who have purchased extraordinarily large car audio amplifiers and expect them to make their full rated power using the stock electrical system in their car or motorcycle. This article will look at amplifier efficiency, how vehicle charging systems work, and why it takes power to make power. Let’s Talk About Car Audio Power Amp Efficiency Mobile Read more
Chrysler was the company that created the minivan. So when it came time for a thorough update, they had the data and market research to implement the thoughtful touches that make family travel easier.The upcoming 2021 Chrysler Pacifica adds another previously unavailable option: all-wheel drive. The only other minivan with this feature is the Toyota Sienna. But as hard as Read more
If you’re a fan of a little “wind therapy,” then having some great music to listen to while you you’re riding your motorcycle starts with a great audio system. Sure, BMW, Harley-Davidson, Kawasaki and Honda include radios and speakers with their touring bikes, but so do Toyota and Hyundai cars and SUVs. All of them could use an upgrade or two to put a smile on your face when a Read more
The Supra is Toyota’s halo performance car, the company’s equivalent to the Chevrolet Corvette. During this crazy time in world history, having something to look forward to would be more than welcome. And the 2021 Supra provides something to look forward to in spades. Yes, as most enthusiasts are aware, BMW designed and built the underpinnings of the Supra. But the Supra Read more
If you own a Prius, Bolt, Volt, Clarity or Fusion hybrid vehicle, your local specialty mobile enhancement retailer has a wide selection of upgrades available to personalize the car and improve your commute. Hybrid vehicles, as complicated as their drivetrain manufacturers would lead you to believe, are as simple as a Civic or Focus when it comes to upgrades. Let’s take a look Read more
