Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. today introduces its first in-dash navigation systems that allow drivers to stay connected to social networks, local searches and traffic services while keeping their focus on the road. At a time when consumers can take their personal devices with them virtually anywhere, including the automobile, Pioneer is helping to make it easier and safer to integrate these devices into the car environment. The AVIC-Z130BT and AVIC-X930BT 2011 in-dash navigation models keep drivers entertained, informed and up-to-date with smartphone connectivity to Aha Radio for Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Traffic and podcasts, Pandora® internet radio and App Mode…

The leading car electronics manufacturer, Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc., today announces new solutions for safer integration of smartphones into the car environment. Pioneer brings the next step in broadcast radio into the car with Aha Radio® Mobile App, which turns social media and traffic apps into audio broadcasts. Pioneer’s expertise in navigation, coupled with its focus on in-vehicle smartphone integration has led to the company’s first SmartCradle™ for use with Apple® iPhone™ to enhance in-car performance of GPS enabled apps such as MotionX™-GPS Drive, the leading Apple iTunes navigation application…

As Pandora Internet radio continues to gain popularity among consumers who enjoy personalized radio, Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. today announces that nine of its 2011 automotive in-dash products offer full Pandora® streaming and control through a connected Apple® iPhone®. Among the first aftermarket audio manufacturers to introduce Pandora connectivity in its 2010 navigation models, Pioneer’s latest Pandora offerings expand throughout the car electronics line-up with two CD players, three audio/video, two digital media players and two navigation systems; with suggested prices starting as low as $150…

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. today offers consumers more ways to enjoy the in-vehicle listening experience with its new line of TS-A Series Speakers and Champion Series Subwoofers. Pioneer’s 2011 TS-A speakers feature innovative technology like a carbon graphite IMPP Interlaced Aramid Fiber woofer cones, soft dome midranges, and wave guide arrays to achieve an open and smooth sound. The 2011 Champion Subwoofers feature a new IMPP Composite Seamless Cone and Dual-layer Elastic Polymer Surround for deep, powerful and controlled bass…

HARMAN is expanding its cooperation with the BMW Group and equipping the new MINI Countryman with a high-performance Harman Kardon audio system. HARMAN is the exclusive sound system supplier for all MINI models, including the John Cooper Works series.

"We are delighted that BMW Group has once again chosen Harman Kardon premium audio for the new MINI Countryman", said Sachin Lawande, Co-President HARMAN Automotive and Chief Technology Officer, HARMAN…

KICKER today announced that it has been named an International CES Innovations 2011 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree for the new KICKER Hideaway™ Compact Powered Subwoofer System for vehicles. Products entered in this prestigious program are judged by a preeminent panel of independent industrial designers, engineers and members of the media to honor outstanding design and engineering in cutting-edge consumer electronics products across 35 product categories.

The new-for-2011 KICKER Hideaway Compact Powered Subwoofer delivers surprising low frequency output from a remarkably small enclosure, setting a new standard in mobile plug-and-play bass performance and convenience in a vehicle…

Clarion, a leader in the mobile electronics industry announces that they will begin shipping three all-new 2011 mobile electronics source units this month.

Clarion’s new 2011 products include sleek-new styling, intuitive user-friendly features and dazzling displays. The VX401 and VZ401include a first-class HMI experience on new digital WVGA high resolution widescreen monitors offering smooth-natural input styles. These premium multimedia source units are navigation ready and the widescreen WVGA touch panel displays produce stunningly sharp graphics.

The VX401 is a double DIN unit with a 6.2-inch high-resolution widescreen touch panel display…

The innovative KICKER Z-Series Speaker-Level Signal Cable Adapter (model name ZISL) simplifies the installation process and is the latest implement from KICKER to be considered a “must-have” among an audio installer’s tools of the trade.

The half-meter-long, 2-channel ZISL adapter seamlessly connects left-and-right speaker wires running from a source unit’s high-level outputs to an amplifier’s RCA inputs, using its own RCA connectors…

In parallel with the worldwide premiere of the Mercedes-Benz CLS, HARMAN, the premium global audio and infotainment group, is to unveil a surround sound system from Harman Kardon at the Paris Motor Show that is precisely tailored to the interior of the four-seat coupé. The system offers an excellent, top-class musical experience. The richness of sound, dynamism and spatiality set new standards. The new premium sound system from longstanding partners HARMAN and Mercedes-Benz once again underlines their aim of ensuring perfect sound reproduction in all Mercedes models…

Sony today announced its first in-dash car navigation systems for the U.S. market, featuring technology powered by industry leader TomTom.

Designed to offer drivers the ultimate package of technology, innovation and style, the new XNV-770BT and XNV-660BT A/V navigation systems feature some of the most advanced car audio, video and navigational technologies in market today.

“TomTom’s expertise in navigation and our long-standing tradition of premium audio and video are strongly represented with these new in-dash systems,” said Mike Kahn, director of Sony’s mobile music business…