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
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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?
Options Abound To Update or Transform Dodge Challengers and Chargers
Reintroduced as 2006 models, the Dodge Charger sedan and Challenger coupe are some of the most popular vehicles to upgrade. Whether your car has a V-6, the popular 5.7-liter V-8 or the tire-smoking supercharged 707 horsepower Hellcat, these cars all look amazing and offer a style … [Read more...] about Options Abound To Update or Transform Dodge Challengers and Chargers
Do I Need To Upgrade My Car Audio Speaker Wire?
If you’ve browsed any of the online car audio forums or Facebook groups, you’ve inevitably run across someone asking if you have to upgrade the speaker wire in a vehicle to support a new car audio system. Unlike a sure-fire upgrade like new speakers or adding an amplifier, the … [Read more...] about Do I Need To Upgrade My Car Audio Speaker Wire?
Upgrades Abound for Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter and Ram ProMaster Vans
In the ’70s, owning a van was cool. In the ’80s, Chrysler moved those buyers into its new car-based platform, the minivan, with the Caravan. This compact cargo- and people-friendly vehicle kicked off a trend that’s only recently lost momentum. When it’s time to move a large group … [Read more...] about Upgrades Abound for Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter and Ram ProMaster Vans