Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration systems are extremely popular features found in aftermarket source units from all the key brands. The technology behind CarPlay and Android Auto continue to evolve, and in the summer of 2017, the aftermarket industry saw the introduction of wireless CarPlay connectivity. Android followed suit in 2018 with a […]
Car Audio
Great Sound From A Factory Radio
Did you know that you can get great sound in your car or truck using your factory radio as the source? Gone are the days when upgrading your audio system meant swapping in a new receiver. Today, climate controls, vehicle configuration and more are part of the original radio and display, so changes are nearly […]
San Francisco Acura NSX Audio Upgrade Part 2
Not long ago, we shared an article with you that focused on an audio system upgrade we completed on a San Francisco client’s 1996 Acura NSX. As part of that project, we molded a set of TB 872 tweeters from a Focal 165 W-RC component set into the vehicle’s A-pillars. In this article, we are […]
Product Spotlight: Alpine SBV-10-WRA
If you live in the San Jose area and are interested in upgrading the audio system in your 2007 through 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK, drop by California Car Sounds and Tint and ask about the Alpine SBV-10-WRA subwoofer. This custom-designed sub system is an efficient and easy way to add powerful bass to your Jeep […]
Product Spotlight: Alpine PSS-23WRA
If you own a 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited JL and are interested in upgrading the factory stereo system, drop by California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell and ask about the Alpine PSS-23WRA. This complete audio upgrade solution combines a powerful four-channel amplifier, a powered subwoofer and new tweeters to bring your sound system to […]
Repeat San Jose Client Adds CarPlay to 1995 Kenworth Truck
A repeat San Jose, CA, client contacted us to add Apple CarPlay to his 1995 Kenworth truck. He had just purchased this vehicle to add to his fleet of other trucks and wanted the convenience and driver safety features CarPlay has to offer. After taking a look at the truck, we chose an Alpine iLX-F309. […]
Every Vehicle Can Benefit From Sound Deadener
One product that most car audio retailers offer that can benefit anyone with a car, truck or SUV is sound deadener. If your vehicle is noisy inside, gets hot quickly or people have trouble hearing you during hands-free phone calls, applying sound deadening can help dramatically. In this article, we’ll explain how sound deadening works […]
San Francisco Acura NSX Client Gets Awesome Audio Upgrade
A client from San Francisco found California Car Sound and Tint while searching for audio upgrade options for his 1997 Acura NSX. The client saw the work we had done to a San Jose client’s 1994 NSX and was impressed with the results. He contacted our sales team to talk about options for his car. […]
2006 Bentley Continental Gets Apple CarPlay and Backup Camera
A Mountainview, CA, client was referred to us by his dealership to get an Apple CarPlay and backup camera upgrade for his 2006 Bentley Continental. Apple CarPlay technology brings navigation, music streaming and hands-free calling to the dashboard in an easy-to-use interface. In the end, we brought this car into the 21st century with this […]
Product Spotlight: Alpine PSS-22WRA
If you are looking for an audio system upgrade for your 2011 through 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK, drop by California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell and ask about the Alpine PSS-22WRA. The PSS-22WRA complete speaker system upgrade includes new front and overhead speakers that are designed to fit directly into your off-roader, with an […]