Ever tried dialing a phone number or untangling ear buds while driving with one hand on the road? It’s not just a major inconvenience; many states have enacted laws banning the usage of handheld cellphone use when behind the wheel. Alpine offers seven Bluetooth®-enabled products designed for automotive use, giving consumers the flexibility to choose the hands-free option that fits their in-car needs…

Eclipse announced today the AVN726E, its latest addition to the popular ECLIPSE brand of AVN products. ECLIPSE introduced the AVN concept of a head unit based of three core points of a perfect fit, comfort + awareness and integrated technology, in order to promote driving safety and comfort. Since 2004, ECLIPSE has put the AVN on the market, and got high evaluations continuously. The AVN726E was named Best of Innovations 2009 in its category by the Consumer Electronics Association as well as being chosen as an Innovations 2009 Design and Engineering Award Honoree…

Clarion, a leading manufacturer of mobile electronics, introduces new source units with XM Mini-Tuner direct connection. Customers can now choose from three all-new distinct models, the DUZ385SAT, VRX785BT and the MAX685BT, that are all XM Mini-Tuner direct connection ready for their in-dash multimedia enjoyment.

XM Mini-Tuner is a portable cartridge that allows users to take their XM radio subscription from one XM Ready car or home product to the next.

“Our new XM Mini-Tuner direct connection enhances our systems already full- featured capabilities,” says Augustin Leung, Clarion’s Senior Product Planning Manager…

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…

Car enthusiasts know that upgrading their vehicles can be almost addictive. Once they start with one item, their enthusiasm for more grows. But taking that first step can be intimidating, leaving consumers wondering where to start without jumping into a complete overhaul. For those consumers who want to improve the sound of their system, but don’t want to purchase separate amplifiers, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. is offering a new Head Unit Power Pack expansion module. The KTP-445 packs big power in a small space, providing an easy power upgrade for improved sound quality…

Sony announced today its new line up of in-car audio systems, AV centers and speakers. Featuring the latest smartphone integration, connectivity and high power sound, the new car audio products offer everything drivers need and more to enhance their audio experience, whether they are embarking on a long trip or sitting in traffic on their daily commute.

Available Spring 2017, the enhanced lineup allows users to play a variety of media file types and enjoy the benefit of a tailored car audio experience with the latest technology advancements…

Clarion announced the addition of two new innovative products to their 2013 mobile electronics line up. Both devices have been designed and developed with today’s mobile lifestyle and connectivity in mind, offering seamless compatibility with satellite radio from SiriusXM, iPhone and Android smartphones and featuring access to Clarion’s exclusive Smart Access cloud server…

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…

JVC announced today the debut of two MirrorLink enabled Multimedia Receivers for Android and Symbian smartphones. The KW-NSX600 and KW-NSX700 will join existing model KW-NSX1 that was released this past December.

MirrorLink technology enables the driver seamless integrated control right from their dashboard by syncing operation with Samsung’s Galaxy S III Android Smartphone and Samsung Drive Link Application or Nokia Symbian phones utilizing their Car Mode Application…

When an automotive brand renowned for design, style and function launches one of the most innovative and desirable SUVs ever, its infotainment should set new standards too.

Panasonic is proud that its new display solution implemented in InControl Touch Pro Duo features on the Range Rover Velar; world-first technology that joins a host of innovations at the heart of an equally pioneering global model.

The suite of infotainment showcased on Velar underlines Panasonic's position as an industry-leading provider of automotive technology, combining superb quality with cutting edge manufacturing techniques, innovative touch and display integration and pure design…