ACCELE ELECTRONICS At the booth: Signature rear-view mirrors, collision avoidance systems, drop-down LCD monitors On the industry: “Te future is bright. Obviously, panels in the car are not going to go away. We’ve worked hard at diversi- fying, such as getting into accent lighting, and I think our position in the future is really strong. We’re good at selling new lines of technology, which is key for companies like us. We’ve watched companies such as Ford, Toyota and Chrysler add pretty sophisti- cated electronics in their vehicles. We need to be able to integrate into them, as well as leapfrog them entirely and that’ll keep us alive.”
— Christian Wade, vice president
AE DISTRIBUTING At the booth: Shared space with vendors Rydeen Mobile Electronics, Original Dash Cam, Aquatic AV and Blaupunkt On the industry: “I don’t think mobile elec- tronics is going away anytime soon, but it is changing. We’re used to changing radios and now it seems that they’re becoming more integrated inside the car. Te sound systems, even the best ones don’t rival what we do. Our company is servicing a large number of stores, so the broader our customer base, the better we can serve our customers.” — John Haynes, product manager
ARC AUDIO At the booth: 2014 product preview using two booths with 14 vehicles, including motorcycles, as well as a feature vehicle program with 12 more ARC Audio vehicles. On the industry: “We’re going to continue to grow with the industry as it grows. Producing products for mobile electronics can be challenging because of the way manufacturers design their vehicles, but there is still a need to tailor the product experience with music and auditory diversity.” — Fred Lynch, Director of Marketing and Public Relations
APP-TRONICS At the booth: Showcased SmartNav 5 replacement mirror, which won two SEMA Global Media awards. Features include navigation, e-book reading, music player, Bluetooth capability, digital video recorder and 3D display. On the industry: “In terms of new tech- nology, we’re getting there. People are still looking around for the next big thing. Being able to add lane assistance, where the car tells you when someone is switching into the lane next to you, is amazing.” — Mark Tierno, President
ATP PRODUCTS At the booth: Rear-seat entertainment products, including overhead and head- rest-mounted video systems. Also show- cased MAD-11 device, which won a SEMA Global Media award. On the industry: “Te connected car is the future. Most vehicle manufacturers are looking at in-vehicle hotspots. People need access to information on the go, and also want to keep their kids entertained. Tat’s what our device is for.” — David Pendergrass, Logistics manager
BRANDMOTION At the booth: New rear-vision products as well as the Freedom Charge wireless charging system for phones. Brandmotion also featured Eklips sun visors for Jeep and a modified 1967 Camaro. On the industry: “With OEMs working to add more products on the factory floor, the desire by consumers to personalize their driving experience and make a vehicle stand out in style and function will become even stronger. We see this as a significant opportunity for the aftermarket.” — Geoff Dixon, marketing manager
CRIMESTOPPER SECURITY PRODUCTS At the booth: Safety Plus series of back-up cameras, monitors, and DVRs as well as parking assist systems, vehicle security and remote start systems and accessories. On the industry: “Te future of mobile electronics in the car still shows promise in key areas. Mobile connectivity in the car continues to grow in a positive direction.” — Howard Miller, president
KICKER At the booth: SEMA-specific products included exclusive vehicle-specific up- grades for Ford, GM, Dodge and Jeep cars and trucks, as well as new Kicker PS series speakers and PX series amplifiers designed for powersports, off road and custom vehicles.
On the industry: “While outstanding audio is always the goal, convenience continues to grow as a key benefit. Tat’s why we feel vehicle-specific upgrades are a significant part of the aftermarket’s future. A factory look made exclusively for specific makes and models, no modification or cutting of the interior, a quick installation, and all with- out compromising the vehicle’s warranty gives Kicker upgrades a jump-start on 21st-century aftermarket mobile audio.” — Ron Burnett, senior marketing communications coordinator
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