Blaupunkt will display its full line of Plug and Play (PnP) amplifiers and vehicle-specific wiring harnesses at the 2008 CES here today. The company's exclusive PnP technology allows consumers and installers to add aftermarket amplification to nearly any vehicle in under fifteen minutes with no cutting, crimping, stripping, or soldering whatsoever. The PnP line consists of four amplifier models, and a selection of 40 car wiring harnesses that accommodate over 2000 US market car models.

"These amplifiers are redefining the installation, and sales, of upgrade audio systems," comments Blaupunkt USA's General Manager, Andy Oswick…

JVC Mobile Entertainment continues to respond to peak demand for in-vehicle solutions for iPod control with its new 2008 lineup of products having iPod specific connection technologies. New connection choices allow iPod enthusiasts to swiftly scan thousands of song files and listen to their music with the best sound quality and easier control.

JVC Mobile's KW-AVX810, a double-DIN multimedia unit with detachable faceplate, has received the 2008 CEA Innovations Award for its extensive multimedia features and unique design…

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…

Pioneer today expands its popular NEX platform with the new MVH-1400NEX, a double-DIN 6.2” LCD digital media receiver designed to complement the connected driver’s lifestyle by integrating popular automotive-specific smartphone interfaces such as Apple CarPlay and Pioneer’s own AppRadio Mode+. The MVH-1400NEX features a CD-free design, embracing the trend toward streamed music content and digital downloads while also lowering the cost, making it Pioneer’s most affordable in-dash receiver with Apple CarPlay…

Pioneer today expands its popular NEX platform with the new MVH-2300NEX, a double-DIN 7” LCD digital media receiver designed to complement the connected consumer’s lifestyle. The CD-free design is ideal for drivers who use music streaming apps such as Spotify and Pandora, or listen to music stored on their smartphones. The new receiver is built for popular automotive-specific smartphone interfaces and apps and has a consumer-friendly suggested retail price, making the MVH-2300NEX Pioneer’s most affordable entry with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility…

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…

The Kenwood Excelon DNN990HD connects to a WiFi-enabled smartphone or mobile hotspot to enhance mobile navigation, access content across multiple media sources, receive and send Facebook and Twitter updates as well as manage e-mail hands-free, and share audio and video content in the vehicle with an external Kenwood touchscreen monitor/controller…

Harnessing the technology found in their benchmark-setting PDX digital amplifiers, Alpine introduces the new X-Power family of amplifiers. The four new amplifiers provide digital amplifier technology at a lower price point. Alpine offers a complete lineup of amplifiers, totaling twelve models plus one add-on power pack.

The X-Power amplifiers consist of the MRX-M50 mono, MRX-M100 mono, MRX-F30 4-channel and MRX-V60 4-channel plus mono models. The MRX-V60 won a CES Innovations 2011 Design and Engineering Award for the In-Vehicle Audio category…

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…

Continuing with its heritage of premium sound quality products, Alpine today debuted three new full-featured CD receivers at the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), held Jan. 8-11 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The receivers are equipped with an array of features that appeal to true car audio enthusiasts and are even compatible with Alpine’s new smartphone sound tuning app, TuneIt…