Three years ago, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc., unveiled the industry’s first aftermarket head unit designed to deliver a fully integrated iPod® experience in the vehicle. Building on its leadership experience and expertise in the category, the industry-leading manufacturer of automotive mobile media solutions today breaks new ground with the introduction of the iXA-W404, its first 2-DIN touch-screen Digital Media Station.

The iXA-W404 meets the specifications for the “Made for iPod” and “Works with iPhone” compatibility…

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…

The car’s interior is not meant for listeners to hear music the way the artist intended. The odd shapes and variety of materials significantly distort sound, making the listening experience less than ideal. Last year, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc., introduced IMPRINT™, a revolutionary sound processing architecture that automatically overcomes the inherent acoustical challenges found inside the vehicle, resulting in a rich, enveloping listening experience. This year, Alpine breaks fresh ground with the introduction of the PXA-H100 IMPRINT Audio Processor…

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 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…

Sony announced Digital Link Sound System, a new product that easily installs and enhances the audio quality of factory head units. Digital Link Sound System will be available in two models, XDP-PK1000, an all-in-one package to optimize sound staging, and the XDP-MU110 model, a condensed version which integrates with existing or other subwoofers and amplifiers…

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…

Alpine announced that it is shipping its new 1-DIN CD receivers which are compatible with SiriusXM’s newest in-vehicle satellite radio tuner. The CDE-124SXM and CDE-123 CD receivers are the first aftermarket head units that work with the new SXV100 SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner Kit and the first products to feature the new SiriusXM-Ready logo.

The SXV100 receives SiriusXM programming on the XM network (XM subscription required) and provides integrated programming control in a compact package, without the need for additional translators or cables. The SXV100 consists of the satellite radio tuner and magnetic rooftop antenna…

With its new "Toronto 420 BT" model, Blaupunkt provides for seamless and straightforward connectivity of all mobile devices to a car radio. iPhone and iPod certified, the unit is particularly connectively-friendly, offering Bluetooth, a USB slot, an audio input on the front of the unit, the SD card reader behind the detachable front panel, and a CD player. There is an additional USB slot on the rear of the radio. External devices – such as smartphones, mass storage devices or MP3 players – can be quickly and easily connected to the radio…

Sony’s mobile electronics display at the Specialty Equipment Market Association’s (SEMA) annual trade show will feature a head-turning lineup of custom built autos and new audio products…