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. […]
Car Audio
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 […]
Using Technology to Protect Teenage Drivers
Did you know that teenage drivers are three times more likely to be involved in a motor vehicle accident than those who are 20 or older? With their relative lack of experience and the constant bombardment of distractions, it’s no wonder that young people are at risk. The aftermarket mobile electronics industry offers a wide […]
Product Spotlight: Alpine SPV-65X-WRA
If you live in the San Jose area and are looking for an amazing speaker upgrade for your Jeep Wrangler, drop by California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell and ask for a demonstration of the Alpine SPV-65X-WRA. This speaker upgrade solution is designed to drop right into the dash or an overhead sound bar […]
Get Road Trip Ready With These Upgrades
With the cold winter behind us and school finished for the year, it’s time to start thinking about getting our cars, trucks and SUVs ready for our summer road trip or vacation. Whether you have toddlers or teens, keeping everyone in the vehicle entertained during the drive will make the entire adventure much more enjoyable. […]
Alpine Radio Upgrade for 2007 Toyota Tundra from San Jose
A radio upgrade was in order for a client from San Jose with a 2007 Toyota Tundra. He was referred to us by a friend, and brought us his beautiful truck. His older Alpine radio had broken, and he wanted to use the opportunity to upgrade to a better unit with Apple CarPlay. The swap […]
Do I Need a Digital Signal Processor?
Signal processing is nothing new to car audio. In the ’80s we had stand-alone equalizers, crossovers and even phase-shifting devices — all designed to help your installer make your car audio system sound better. Lately, the focus in audio signal processing has shifted from analog to the digital domain. There are now dozens of stand-alone […]
Top 20 Automotive Enhancement Services Offered at Local Retailers
If you are like most people, you may think that your local car stereo shop specializes in custom audio systems, speaker replacements and, if they have marketed themselves well, remote car starter installations. The reality is, many mobile enhancement retailers offer a variety of automotive enhancement services that extend well beyond audio system sales and […]
2017 Jeep Wrangler Restyle Radio Upgrade for Los Gatos Client
Referred by a friend, a Los Gatos, CA, client brought his 2017 Jeep Wrangler to California Car Sounds & Tint for an Alpine Restyle radio upgrade. With the great sound quality inherent to Alpine products, the Alpine i207-WRA provides the perfect radio upgrade. The factory-look installation kit makes this seem like a factory unit, and […]