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…

Sony today announced the new Sony DSX-S300BT and DSX-S200X car stereos each featuring Sony’s TuneTray™, an internal mechanical compartment for an iPod or other USB devices. These new car steros are ideal for users of iPod®, iPhone®, Walkman® and other digital music players who are looking for a convenient, high-quality audio experience in their car.

On command, the sleek front faceplate of each stereo will flip down and outputs the TuneTray compartment, complete with an iPod adapter, for quick connection to music players. Once connected to a device, the stereo flips back up and maintains standard functionality…

Blaupunkt presents its Car Audio Range 2010 at the AMICOM 2010 trade fair. Apart from the latest car radios San Francisco 300 and Toronto 400BT the new loudspeaker and amplifier models of the GT series which has been successful for years and sold a million times will be presented. Completely new within the product portfolio (product range) are the powerful loudspeakers and subwoofers of the GT Power series.

The first AMICOM trade fair in Leipzig from April 10 to 14 expects more than a hundred manufacturers of the in-car entertainment, communication and navigation technology…

Clarion, a leader in the mobile electronics industry, introduces six in-dash CD source units in 2010 all packed with the hottest and most demanded features, while keeping pricing affordable.

Clarion’s entire CD line-up offers premium cosmetics with lustrous blue illumination and a unique starburst button configuration. The CZ500 is the most advanced of the single DIN CD source unit group offering a 2-line display and unmatched connectivity to the music and devices you use most…

Sony today introduced two new in-dash A/V centers featuring some of the brightest and sharpest displays in market and a pair of new head units, including Sony’s first to offer HD Radio integration.

Designed to offer unmatched quality and high style in car audio and video, these products provide a variety of solutions for in-car connectivity, convenience and entertainment.

“In the mobile electronics industry, Sony strives to deliver trend setting products ahead of the industry curve,” said Mike Kahn, director of marketing for the Mobile Electronics and Shelf Divisions of Sony Electronics…

Sony today announced four new Xplod® in-dash CD Receivers. Designed to offer drivers a simple and affordable after-market audio experience, the new models combine strong connectivity with high style.

“Consumers continue to look for inexpensive ways to expand their audio options in the car” said Mike Kahn, director of Sony’s mobile electronics business. “With this new line of car stereos, Sony Xplod is building on our reputation for offering great sound and convenient technology, all at an affordable price.”

New for the 2009 fall lineup, each of Sony’s head units features RDS (Radio Data System) technology…

Pioneer Electronics Inc., the number one car audio manufacturer in the world today, continues to expand its in-car entertainment and connectivity options with a new line of single CD players, offering increased features and the best sound quality at a variety of price points to meet the diverse needs and expectations of today’s consumers for the ultimate in-car experience.

“We’re packing our new single CD players with innovative features that matter to not only kids but also to a broad range of consumers,” said Larry Rougas, vice president of marketing and product planning for the mobile business group of Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc…

Today’s generation of drivers are continually looking for different ways to bring their home entertainment experience into the car, and Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. succeeds in delivering two new car A/V receivers that transform the dashboard into an entertainment haven on wheels…

Sony is expanding its mobile audio lineup with eight new Xplod® in-dash CD receivers. Designed to support the growing demand for iPod® and Bluetooth® compatibility, these head units provide a broad range of in-car connectivity.

“We’re offering elegantly designed products with innovative solutions for enjoying music on the road,” said Mike Kahn, director of marketing in the Audio Product Division at Sony. “Whatever your audio needs may be, we’ve got them covered.”

Four new models are being added to Sony’s GT line of car stereos, with the high-end CDX-GT930UI being the most advanced of the group…

Sony today announced four new Xplod® in-dash head units that are able to connect directly to compatible iPod® music players, allowing users to charge and control their iPod devices on the road.

The top-of-the-line unit (model CDX-GT630UI) is Sony’s first car stereo that can connect directly to iPod players, other digital music players and USB thumb drives via a USB connection. It also includes Sony’s unique ZAPPIN™ function, which offers a way of searching and listening to music…