This month's feature: Mobile Electronics

After speaking with the experts from JL Audio, Kenwood USA, Stinger AAMP, and Crutchfield, it is obvious that bigger advancements are in store for the mobile electronics industry. Due to recent technological breakthroughs, now more than ever, consumers can look forward to additional perks in OEM and aftermarket systems — from HD quality video and sound to integration of hand-held devices.

From the effects of releasing Satellite radio to shifts in trends and demographics, here is what these professionals have to say:

Q: What trends do you see in the mobile electronics industry?

"The most important issue facing us is OEM integration. I'm seeing some excellent work being done in our industry to overcome the challenges being put in front of installers by the automakers. Car audio specialist shops will have to become integration specialists to succeed in the coming years. The traditional head unit swap is going the way of the dodo bird." - Manville Smith, JL Audio...read more