In recent years, car radio manufacturers have added simultaneous dual Bluetooth phone support. At a quick glance, the ability to connect two phones to a single radio seems like a great solution for a family where the parents will be travelling in the vehicle at the same time. … [Read more...] about Dual Bluetooth Phone Support Makes Communicating Easier
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Proper Size Is Key for Subwoofer Enclosures
When it comes to subwoofers or speakers, they need to be installed in a correctly sized enclosure to deliver accurate performance and useful bass extension. Speakers are complex devices that rely on their suspension components and the enclosure they are installed in to determine … [Read more...] about Proper Size Is Key for Subwoofer Enclosures
Radar-Based Blind-Spot Monitoring Systems Help Prevent Accidents
If you’ve been listening to the radio lately, you’ve likely heard advertisements suggesting that you need to buy a new Ford or Nissan with the latest blind-spot monitoring systems. While we agree that driving a vehicle that offers this collision-avoidance technology can prevent … [Read more...] about Radar-Based Blind-Spot Monitoring Systems Help Prevent Accidents
Product Spotlight: ADS iDatalink Maestro APX Kits
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 … [Read more...] about Product Spotlight: ADS iDatalink Maestro APX Kits
Bench Brawl: Car Audio Subwoofer Amplifiers — High Quality or High Power?
Have you ever purchased something, then regretted your decision a few days later? We recently ran into a situation regarding car audio subwoofer amplifiers where the answer to “Which is better?” became a complicated discussion. We’re going to look at two amplifiers – one is a … [Read more...] about Bench Brawl: Car Audio Subwoofer Amplifiers — High Quality or High Power?