Clarion, a global leader of mobile electronics entertainment systems, introduces new head units that are navigation ready. Clarion’s focus on navigation in 2009 is greater than ever before. Five navigation ready units alone, the VX709, VZ709, VZ509, VX409 and VZ409, not to mention their built-in navigation units and portable devices…

Pioneer today introduces new high performance automotive loudspeakers, the new Z series of speakers and subwoofers and the next generation D series speakers and subwoofers. The new loudspeakers are engineered to reproduce music in its purest form and allow the listener to experience the music as the artist intended through an uncompromising pursuit of premium sound quality, and by taking full advantage of unique concepts and proprietary advanced technology.

“Although what the automobile of the future looks like is undefined, one thing remains clear – the car will always be one of the most enjoyable environments to listen to music…

Fans of Pandora Internet Radio now can enjoy an integrated Pandora experience in the car with the iDA-X305S Digital Media Receiver, currently shipping from Alpine The iDA-X305S is the world’s first receiver to provide direct, in-dash control of Pandora Internet Radio for the in-vehicle environment.

Pandora is a free, personalized Internet radio service that allows users to create their own stations with music they like, based on musical characteristics from an artist or song. The iDA-X305S gives users control of their Pandora stations via the iPhone®…

Alpine today introduced a new product that provides a multitude of entertainment options and navigation in one sleek in-dash system. The IVA-W203/P1 audio/video/navigation (AVN) system offers drivers touch-screen control over various digital media sources, Bluetooth® hands-free connectivity and navigation…

When it comes to entertainment in the car, radio remains the primary source for music, news, sports and other updates. For consumers who want improved sound quality and more content choices without subscription fees, upgrading to HD Radio™ Technology is a simple solution. Alpine is now shipping the new TUA-T550HD tuner, so that consumers can have all-digital HD Radio broadcast content in the car.

The unit is a small hide-away box that can be connected to any of Alpine’s 2007-2008 model Ai-NET head units to add HD Radio reception as a source…

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…

Alpine has fully integrated Pandora® into four head units, letting consumers easily control the free personalized internet radio service from the dashboard. Expanding upon the iDA-X305S, the first aftermarket source unit with integrated Pandora controls, Alpine will offer additional options tailored to different needs and budgets: the new INA-W910, CDE-123 and CDE-122.

Pandora gives people music they love through personalized stations, which are based on the input of a single “seed” - a favorite artist, song or genre. The free Pandora app is a popular way for consumers to enjoy their personalized radio stations on Pandora…

Pioneer Electronics Inc. today introduced twelve new single CD players that meet the growing consumers demand for on-the-go connectivity, fluid design and excellence in sound quality. The new line of Pioneer and Premier branded single CD players includes a mix of models with enhanced connectivity options as well as a revamped look and feel. The majority of players also boast Pioneer’s Advanced Sound Retriever (ASR), a patented technology that restores musical detail lost when compressed music files (MP3, WMA and AAC) are created. The result is a fuller, richer and more enjoyable listening experience during playback…

The era when consumers had to choose between listening only to AM/FM radio or to CDs while driving is over. These days, the number of digital entertainment and content choices while on the road is expanding exponentially. Alpine takes the lead in bringing all-digital HD Radio™ broadcast content into the car with the new TUA-T550HD HD Radio tuner. This innovative add-on not only enables consumers to receive new audio channels and static-free HD Radio content in their cars, it is the first to introduce iTunes® Tagging to the automotive environment…

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. today unveiled the new AVIC-Z140BH and AVIC-X940BT navigation systems that offer drivers detailed route guidance to their destinations while simultaneously providing entertainment, information and connectivity with features like the HD Radio Artist Experience™ and map data software now provided by NAVTEQ®.

Smartphone integration, a hallmark of Pioneer’s previous in-dash navigation models, has been enhanced with the addition of Pioneer’s Advanced App Mode, and for the first time, wireless app control via Bluetooth® for specific Android™ devices…