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2015 Mazda CX-9 Gets Technology Upgrade for Easy Smartphone Use

2015 Mazda CX-9

A client from Moseley recently visited our Midlothian location with his 2015 Mazda CX9, looking to upgrade the technology. The Mazda was lacking in overall features like Bluetooth audio streaming and navigation. After reviewing the options available, we could see that his CX-9 was a prime candidate for one of the new “floating tablet”-style radios. Read More…

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A Glen Allen Client Chooses Extreme Audio for Jeep Wrangler Upgrades

Jeep Wrangler Upgrades

The owner of this Jeep Wrangler lives in Glen Allen and recently visited Extreme Audio to discuss an audio system upgrade. We listened to his performance goals and had a look at the vehicle to determine the best approach to meeting his expectations. After letting him listen to a few speaker options in our store, Read More…

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New Apple CarPlay Navigation Options

Apple CarPlay Navigation

On Sept. 17, 2018, Apple launched iOS12 – its latest update to the operating system behind its venerable iPhone and iPad devices. Aside from security updates, performance enhancements and battery life improvements, Apple has added support for third-party applications to CarPlay. Users of factory-installed and aftermarket multimedia receivers that support CarPlay will now be able Read More…

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Toyota Camry Navigation System Upgrade for Chesterfield Client

Camry Navigation

A repeat client from Chesterfield stopped by our Midlothian store, looking to make some upgrades to her 2015 Toyota Camry. We’d recently added some Blackvue dash cameras to her Honda Fit, and she was happy with the installation quality, so she knew she was in the right place for her next project. The Toyota Camry Read More…

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GPS Vehicle Tracking Systems

GPS Vehicle Tracking

Do you wish you could keep an eye on your kids when they borrow the family car or know where your fleet of work trucks are at any time? A GPS-based tracking system is an easy way to keep tabs on your vehicle. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the options for vehicle locating Read More…

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Mercedes SLK55 Audio and Lighting Upgrades for Midlothian Client

Mercedes SLK55 Audio

A client from Midlothian recently visited Extreme Audio to discuss upgrading his 2005 Mercedes SLK55 audio system. The client was interested in updating the technology in his luxury roadster and adding a few personal touches in the form of custom lighting. We talked to the client about the features he wanted and his goals for Read More…

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Chesterfield Mercedes Client Gets CLK350 Radio Upgrade

A client from Chesterfield contacted Extreme Audio to inquire about replacing his 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK350 radio with a navigation system. We inspected the clients’ car to confirm our understanding that it uses the MOST fiber optic system to connect the factory head unit to the factory amp. Once we knew this for sure, we designed Read More…

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Reference-level GMC Sierra Denali Stereo Upgrade by Extreme Audio

GMC Sierra Denali Stereo

A client from the Richmond area was at Extreme Audio to ask a few questions when the conversation turned to his 2017 GMC Sierra Denali’s stereo system. The original purpose of his visit was to ask about a subwoofer for his other truck, but we got talking about premium audio systems. We invited the client Read More…

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Integrate Waze Into Your Vehicle At Extreme Audio

Waze

Did you know that Extreme Audio in Midlothian and Mechanicsville can integrate Waze into your vehicle? That’s right! Android Auto includes native support for Waze – allowing you to navigate the roads in the Richmond area, or anywhere in the US or Canada efficiently and safely. Let’s look at why this has become the preeminent Read More…

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Google’s Waze offers the Best in Navigation

Google Waze

It’s not often that a piece of software creates a significant impact on our daily lives. Milestone social media apps like Facebook and Twitter most certainly remain in the limelight, but when it comes to actually being productive, Waze is a major step forward in navigation apps for our smartphones. In the summer of 2017, Read More…

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2016 Toyota Prius Radio Upgrade for Richmond Client

Prius Radio

A client from Richmond e-mailed us, looking to upgrade the stereo in her 2016 Prius Two. The Prius had come with a radio that had the LCD screen and backup camera, but didn’t have the navigation and satellite radio that she wanted. We did a little research on the vehicle,and set up a time for Read More…

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Williamsburg Jeep Owner Starts Wrangler Upgrades with Alpine Restyle

Wrangler Upgrades

A client from Williamsburg, Virginia, contacted us here at Extreme Audio about getting some Jeep Wrangler upgrades for his 2017 model vehicle. He had done a significant amount of research regarding what he wanted and who he wanted to install the system. We were able to schedule an appointment for the client so he could Read More…

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Mercedes SLK280 Technology Upgrade for Richmond Client

Mercedes SLK280 Technology

A client from Richmond, Virginia, dropped in at Extreme Audio in search of some technology upgrades for her 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK280. The client had been in to see us awhile ago for a set of parking sensors, and we installed a Pioneer source unit with CarPlay and in her daughter’s Jeep Wrangler. Now that she Read More…

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Upgrade Your Vehicle In-Dash Technology at Extreme Audio

In-Dash Technology

Every year, more and more clients from Chesterfield come to Extreme Audio to upgrade the in-dash technology in their vehicle. From basic upgrades like speakers or USB charging ports to a full-blown concert on wheels, we have you covered. CarPlay and Android Auto Headquarters Two of the most exciting technologies for a vehicle today are Read More…

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Jeep Wrangler Upgrades Take it to the Next Level

Jeep Wrangler Upgrades

Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville and Midlothian sees lots of Jeep Wranglers in our facilities. Our clients have come to know if cool new Jeep Wrangler upgrades are available for their vehicle, chances are we have them. One of the benefits of doing business with us is our high level of standards. If something new comes Read More…

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Midlothian Client Gets Gulf Stream Navigation, Audio and Lighting Upgrades

Gulf Stream Navigation

One of our clients from here in Midlothian contacted Extreme Audio about adding navigation and other upgrades to his 2003 Gulf Stream Friendship 8408 motorhome. We had installed an Alpine Restyle system in the client’s GMC Sierra.  We also installed a Pioneer navigation system in his Smart. He wanted to add navigation to his RV, Read More…

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Jeep Wrangler Audio Upgrades Available At Extreme Audio

Jeep Wrangler Audio

Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville and Midlothian knows that the Jeep audio in the Wrangler leaves a lot to be desired. Whether you have the base audio or the premium sound system, when you are driving up the road, you can barely hear your music. Even worse, the music that you are hearing sounds muffled, weak Read More…

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Moseley Porsche Enthusiast Gets 911 Carrera 4S Navigation System

Porsche 911 Navigation

A client from Moseley, Virginia, contacted Extreme Audio about adding a navigation system to his 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S. The client was not overly concerned about audio performance, but wanted accurate and easy-to-use navigation instructions while traveling. We met with him and looked over the vehicle before we gave him a quote on the Read More…

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Modern Navigation Systems for Today’s Vehicles

Navigation

Paper maps used to be the only way of planning route navigation. Before you, or perhaps your parents, set out on vacation, you would pick up maps for each state or province you planned to drive through, lay them out on the kitchen or dining room table, and highlight the route to take. The problem Read More…

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Ford F-150 Navigation Upgrade For Mechanicsville Client

Ford F-150 Navigation

There’s no hiding the fact that the Ford F-150 is the most popular truck in the USA. At the same time, there’s no hiding the fact that some of the radio systems it comes with are lacking a ton. When a new client from Mechanicsville came in with his 2014 F-150, looking to upgrade to Read More…

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Upgrade Your Driving Experience with a New Car Stereo

Car Stereo

Every year, more and more clients in Midlothian and Chesterfield County turn to Extreme Audio to upgrade their car stereo systems. Do you have a vehicle that you love, but that lags behind in technology? Maybe you have watched some of the new car commercials on television and want that technology for your vehicle. The Read More…

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Adding Navigation To The Factory Color Screen In Your Vehicle

Navigation

Let’s say you purchased a brand-new Dodge Journey, Chevy Silverado or Ford F-150. The vehicle has a big color display for the audio system, and it may even show the heating and air conditioning controls on the same screen. But alas, it would have cost several thousand dollars to add the factory navigation system because Read More…

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Why Every Woman Should Have CarPlay And Android Auto

Android Auto

If you are a student, wife, mom or businesswoman, you would love Apple’s Carplay and Android Auto. These technologies allow you to take the conveniences of your smartphone and continue using them while you’re driving. Of course, everything is done in a safe way that allows you to keep your hands on the wheel and Read More…

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Mercedes SLK350 Stereo Upgrade for Richmond Client

Mercedes SLK350 Stereo

A new client came to us from Richmond, looking to upgrade her 2005 Mercedes SLK350 stereo system. She had bought the Mercedes from a car dealer that we’ve done a bunch of work for, and they suggested she give us a call. After spending some time on discussing options with her, we decided that the Read More…

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10 Things to Consider When Buying Car Audio

10 Things to Consider When Buying Car Audio

Brought to you by our friends at BestCarAudio.com When it comes to buying or upgrading a car audio system, there are hundreds of products to choose from and dozens of questions for you to ask the sales staff at your local car audio retailer. This article provides some basic guidelines to help make the process Read More…

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Buying a New Car Audio Head Unit

Car Audio

When it comes time for buying an upgraded or replacement head unit for your vehicle, there are certainly a lot of options to consider. Size, features, compatibility and accessories are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to modern source units. Let’s take a look at some basic radio-buying knowledge and a few Read More…

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Navigation 101 By Richmond Virginia’s Experts: Extreme Audio

Navigation

Navigation systems have been a popular upgrade for our clients here at Extreme Audio in Richmond since our inception. In more recent years, people have been asking a lot of questions about whether they should buy installed navigation systems for their dashboards or use the ones on their smartphones. Follow along as we explore the Read More…

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Midlothian Clients Get smart fortwo Navigation System

2013 smart fortwo Pioneer NEX

One of our repeat clients from Midlothian recently came in to see us about his 2013 smart fortwo navigation system upgrade. We had already added an Alpine Restyle Navigation to his 2013 GMC Sierra, and he wanted to upgrade the factory radio in his smart car as well. He is going to use the smart Read More…

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Alpine Restyle Nav Upgrade for GMC Sierra Denali

2013 GMC Sierra Denali Alpine Restyle

A client recently came to us from the Brandermill area of Midlothian who apparently had a navigation system already installed in his 2013 GMC Sierra Denali when he purchased it from a dealer, but just couldn’t stand the way it operated. It was very difficult to use and was just not giving him the functionality he Read More…

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Custom-Fitted 9″ Alpine Nav in ’99 Corvette

99 Corvette Alpine Nav

A return client from Mechanicsville wanted to replace the single DIN radio in his ’99 Chevy Corvette for something with navigation. We had already installed the Alpine 8″ navigation system in his Pontiac GTO, so it only made sense to go with another Alpine navigation unit. This time, we decided step it up to the 9″ Read More…

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11507 Hull St. Rd
Midlothian, VA 23112
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