Sony announced today a new line-up of in-car audio systems with added features, most notably the XAV-AX5000 6.95” AV receiver with smartphone integrations and the XM-GS6DSP, an OE upgrade amplifier with a digital signal processor that is ultra-compact without compromising sound quality. The line-up also includes the XS-GS1631C, three-way component speakers that match with the XM-GS6DSP; and the MEX-XB120BT, a single DIN head unit with a built-in high-power amplifier. All products enhance the in-car audio experience, whether it’s for long journeys or for those who are on-the-go…

The industry-leading manufacturer of automotive mobile media solutions, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc., presents four high-performance CD receivers this year that deliver high-quality music playback and multiple options for digital connectivity, including seamless iPod® and Bluetooth® integration. The line up includes two new 2009 model head units, the CDA-105 and CDE-102, which join the CDA-9887 and CDA-9886.

All four CD head units offered in 2009 are optimized for iPod use, answering the wildly popular demand for a fully integrated iPod experience in the car…

Kenwood USA Corporation announced the introduction of a third model within the Kenwood Excelon Reference Fit mobile power amplifier line.

The XR-5S ($600 suggested retail price) is Kenwood’s only five-channel power amplifier and the industry’s most powerful five-channel amplifier for its size, delivering 80 watts (RMS) at 4 ohms with another 350 watts (RMS) x 1. Thanks to digital amplifier technology, the XR-5S has an extremely small chassis and allows for installation in very small spaces without any sacrifice in power or audio performance…

Polk Audio is pumping up the output for road warriors and boating enthusiasts with two new series of mobile audio models that are designed to please the most demanding audio enthusiasts.

Beginning in late January, Polk Audio will deliver the new DXi series of 12 volt speakers, improving upon current standards for sonic output in mobile and marine environments. Similarly, the new PA Digital Amplifier line features four ultra-compact, high efficiency models that are equally comfortable on land and sea…

Kenwood USA Corporation announced the introduction of three new eXcelon CD receivers that deliver legendary Kenwood audio performance, enhanced connectivity to portable digital media and dramatic new looks. Each model has a two-year consumer warranty and is available only through authorized Kenwood eXcelon retailers.

The flagship KDC-X993 ($350 suggested retail price) is the first eXcelon CD receiver with built-in Bluetooth technology designed by industry-leader, Parrot. An expanded 5-line LCD text display shows not only a full ten-digit phone number but multiple, scrolling phone book entries for maximum convenience and driver safety…

Kenwood USA Corporation announced the introduction of nine new, high-performance CD receivers that have audio connectivity and control capabilities for music files stored on or accessed by iPhone, iPod and Android smartphones. New for 2013 is iPhone Siri control in all Bluetooth models as well as automatic iPhone Bluetooth pairing.

The popular iHeart-Radio, Clear Channel’s all-in-one digital radio service featuring live and custom stations, and Aha™ are fully supported for iPhone and Android smartphones in many of the step-up models…

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…

JVC Mobile Entertainment introduces five new Arsenal CD and multimedia receivers to fulfill the growing demand for in-vehicle wired and wireless convenience and expandability. As with all Arsenal Series receivers, the five new 2009 CD and multimedia models carry a 2-year warranty, Steering Wheel Remote Control capability, and High Voltage 5V pre-outputs.

The new KW-AVX792, is a CD/DVD/USB Multimedia Receiver with a 7-inch widescreen touch panel display and proximity sensor. This unit features a full-speed USB 2.0 port for iPod®/iPhone™, USB flash memory drive, digital audio player, and portable HDD connections…

Clarion today announced the introduction of an all-new double DIN in-dash infotainment source unit boasting a broad array of premium features and capabilities, including a high-definition 7" touch display, embedded GPS navigation, smartphone screen mirroring through HDMI, 15-band graphic equalizer and support for Clarion's new Full Digital Sound components and playback capabilities designed to take advantage of high-resolution FLAC audio tracks sampled at 96kHz.

The NX706 is Clarion's first source unit offered in the U.S…

Kenwood USA announced the introduction of a third model within the Kenwood Excelon Reference Fit mobile power amplifier line.

The XR-5S ($600.00 suggested retail price) is Kenwood’s only five-channel mobile power amplifier and the industry’s most powerful five-channel amplifier for its size, delivering 80 watts (RMS) at 4 ohms with another 350 watts (RMS) x 1. Thanks to digital amplifier technology, the XR-5S has an extremely small chassis and allows for installation in very small spaces without any sacrifice in power or audio performance…