If you’ve been following the changes in the mobile enhancement industry over the past few years, then you’re familiar with the steady progression of new floating-face radios. These radios feature an oversized touchscreen that mounts in front of a standard radio chassis to provide big-screen entertainment without the need for extensive and often expensive modifications Read More…
Your New Car or Truck Might Not Have a Radio
If you visit a new car dealership these days, you’ll notice more and more cars, trucks and SUVs with small touchscreen displays that are mounted in front of or above the dash. While these infotainment systems provide you with AM/FM terrestrial radio, SiriusXM Satellite radio and playback of all your favorite digital media files, these Read More…
Has Technology Made Car Audio More Complicated?
If you are a fan of upgraded car audio systems, then you might have noticed that technology has made things a lot more complicated. Years ago, it was easy to upgrade your stereo. A new radio, some new speakers and maybe a subwoofer like a Bazooka Tube were all you needed to improve on the Read More…
Product Spotlight: SoundShield Sound Deadening
Car audio enthusiasts have been using sound deadening products to improve the comfort of their vehicles and the performance of mobile audio systems for decades. SoundShield is the newest name in the game, but the technology and team behind the products are a step above the rest. Read on to find out more about this Read More…
Product Spotlight: ARC Audio ARC Amplifiers
Based in Modesto, California, ARC Audio is one of the few mobile electronics companies that still designs its amplifiers from scratch in the United States. The ARC Series trio of amplifiers represents a high-performance mobile audio amplification solution that incorporates features that aren’t available from competing products. Let’s take a look at what makes the Read More…
What is Active Noise Cancellation?
In recent years, vehicle manufacturers have turned to active noise cancellation to make the interior of new cars and trucks quieter. Using technology similar to that found in noise-canceling headphones, the perceived level of low-frequency road and wind noise can be reduced using the audio system. When it comes time to upgrade your car or Read More…
Extreme Audio Manufacturing PPE for Richmond Hospitals
(This article was recently posted on BestCarAudio.com. We are sharing it here with their permission) Extreme Audio near Richmond has been producing face shields to help protect frontline medical staff from COVID-19. These shields work with face masks, gloves, goggles and other PPE to reduce the chances of nurses, doctors and technicians being infected while Read More…
Popular Toyota Truck Upgrades for Better Sound, Safety and Style
Upgrading and personalizing pickup trucks and SUVs like the 4Runner, Tacoma and Tundra can make them not only look great but can increase their functionality. The truck accessory industry is a multi-million-dollar business that includes everything from wheels and tires to tonneau covers, custom lighting, sound system upgrades and remote car starters. Let’s look at Read More…
Worry About the Car Audio Upgrades that Matter Most
Having the audio system in your car or truck upgraded can be a lot of fun. A subwoofer can add warmth, impact and detail, upgraded amplifiers let you turn the volume up without fear of distortion, new speakers add amazing clarity, and a digital signal processor ensures smooth frequency response and realistic tonal balance. One Read More…
Update Regarding COVID-19
Our team is actively working to ensure that our customers stay healthy and safe in response to the recent outbreak of COVID-19. Rigorous sanitation and disinfecting measures are being practiced in addition to our routine cleaning. This includes all common areas, surfaces, waiting room chairs, door handles, equipment and waiting rooms. Moving forward we are modifying Read More…
A Live Concert Is Not the Reference for Great Sound
If you’ve been an avid reader of BestCarAudio.com, you may have noticed that we never refer to a live concert as being the reference for great sound from your car stereo system. We’ve alluded to concert-level output capabilities to determine how loudly your system will play. We’ve also talked about imaging and staging that describe Read More…
What Car Speakers Should I Buy for a Specific Style of Music?
Many car audio customers ask if it’s necessary to choose a specific size or type of speaker to play certain kinds of music. Do paper-cone midrange drivers handle classical music better? Do 15-inch subwoofers reproduce kick drums with more accuracy? Let’s take a look at how sound works and explain the benefits and drawbacks of Read More…
Should You Buy a Remote Car Starter from a Car Dealer?
Before we dive into a discussion of the potential benefits and drawbacks of purchasing a dealer-installed remote car starter, let’s make it clear that, as they say, your mileage may vary. What we mean is that no two installers will install a car starter the same way, and your car dealer might offer high-quality products Read More…
Popular Upgrades for Audi Vehicles
If you drive an Audi car or SUV, your local specialty mobile enhancement retailer offers a variety of entertainment and safety upgrades. Whether you want to update the technology in an older vehicle, add heated seats to make a cold morning more comfortable or improve the sound system so your music sounds like you are Read More…
How Do I Make My Car Stereo Sound Better?
Have you ever asked yourself how you can make your car stereo sound better? It’s not an uncommon question in the mobile enhancement industry. With that said, the answer can be somewhat complicated. In this article, we’ll outline a few key steps to take before heading to your local car stereo shop, and we’ll present Read More…
Window Tint Adds Protection and Security
While most people choose to have their vehicle’s windows tinted for styling purposes, high-quality tint adds impressive protection and security. If you’ve read our articles on tinting, then you know that tint does a great job of preventing skin damage by blocking at least 97% of the UV rays from the sun. These same UV Read More…
Why is This Less Powerful Amplifier More Expensive?
When it comes to shopping for car audio amplifier upgrades, choosing an expensive amplifier may not mean you get the most power possible for your speakers. Though this statement may seem negative, the reality is that you may have chosen a solution with more features or higher quality over just raw power. Balancing your investment Read More…
Popular Upgrades for Your Mercedes-Benz Car or SUV
Though Mercedes-Benz vehicles are typically well-equipped right off the showroom floor, your local specialty mobile enhancement retailer offers a variety of audio and convenience upgrades for them. Whether you want to add a subwoofer to warm up the sound of your stereo or install a remote car starter to take the chill off a cold Read More…
Popular Audio and Convenience Upgrades for your BMW
When it comes to enhancing or personalizing your BMW, your local specialty mobile enhancement retailer offers a variety of upgrades. When it comes to audio systems, BMW sound systems often don’t play loudly enough or have enough bass. They can fix that. If you want a remote car starter, they can add that. Let’s look Read More…
Popular Upgrades for Ford Pickup Trucks
Widely recognized as the top-selling pickup truck in North America, Ford F-Series pickup trucks see an array of upgrades and accessories that is nothing short of impressive. From subwoofer and speaker upgrades to lighting, running boards, backup cameras and more, if there’s a feature you want in your Ford, your local specialty mobile enhancement retailer Read More…
Advantages of a Custom-Installed Radar Detector
If you want the best protection possible against speeding tickets, the team at Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville or Midlothian can answer your questions about custom-installed radar detectors. While portable radar detectors are easy to install and great for rental cars, an integrated system provides clean cosmetics and improved performance. Eliminate Distractions First and foremost, a Read More…
Test Drive Your New Radio Before You Buy
When it comes to purchasing a new radio for your car or truck, one of the most important steps is trying out the new radio. This process involves three key elements: the interface, support for your digital media and how your smartphone connects to the radio. Let’s take a close look at each of these Read More…
How to Defend Yourself Against Laser Radar
When it comes to defending yourself against police laser radar guns, the team at Extreme Audio in Midlothian and Mechanicsville offers the best protection available. While premium hardware solutions from prestigious brands like Escort and K40 are a key element in ensuring that you arrive at your destination without getting a ticket, the way those Read More…
How to Prevent Vehicle Warm-Up Thefts
Leaving your vehicle unattended and running is an open invitation for thieves to steal your car or truck. In Northern states and Canada, these crimes are often called warm-up thefts, and their frequency peaks as cold weather arrives. The reality is, whether you’re letting your air conditioning run on a hot summer day in Texas Read More…
Sound-Deadening Products Offer a Better Driving Experience
Car audio enthusiasts are very familiar with the ways sound deadening can improve the performance of a car stereo system. Many of us have heard interactive displays at our local specialty mobile enhancement retailer that demonstrate the improvement in bass response that a treated door has compared to one that’s, well, naked. Let’s take a Read More…
Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX8000
Fans of big screens, rejoice! Sony is now shipping the XAV-AX8000 media receiver, and it comes with a massive 8.95-inch touchscreen. Designed to fit into single-DIN ISO-mount radio locations, this receiver is based on the highly respected XAV-AX5000 platform to deliver all the entertainment you could ever want in your car, truck or SUV. Flexible Read More…
Popular Upgrades for Tesla Vehicles
Though Tesla cars and SUVs are equipped with many amazing features, a host of aftermarket upgrades are available to make owning and driving them safer and even more enjoyable. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most popular entertainment and safety enhancements you can make to your Model S, Model X or Model Read More…
Product Spotlight: Compustar 2-Way R3 with LTE
For 2020, Compustar, the world leader in remote car starter solutions, has upped its game by including a DroneMobile X1-LTE module with all of its 2-way remote bundles. For this spotlight, we are going to look at the RFX-P2WR3-SS Pro 2-way R3 with LTE package that features a single-button, long-range remote control and one of Read More…
Automotive Window Tint for People with Medical Conditions
Automotive window tint isn’t just about making your car or truck look good. Many people with medical conditions and sensitivities to the sun can benefit from the UV protection and reduction in the visible light transfer that tint offers. How Does Window Tint Help Those with Medical Conditions? First, people with photosensitivity can benefit from Read More…
A Look at Some of the Popular Music Streaming Services
For most of us, streaming the genre of music we want from an online service is the way to go. Whether we’re in the office, at home or in the car, access to millions of songs is always just a click away. Let’s take a look at some of the more popular music streaming services Read More…