We took our first look at measuring light sources a while back as our first step toward understanding the differences in automotive headlight options. In this article, we’ll provide a practical demonstration of why it’s crucial for the lighting on your car, truck, motorcycle, ATV or side-by-side to emit light that covers the entire color […]
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Understanding the Science Behind Automotive Headlight Bulb Colors
When it comes to lighting the road in front of your car or truck at night, most enthusiasts focus on light intensity instead of headlight bulb color. It’s straightforward to see the difference between yellowish light produced by incandescent halogen bulbs and the white/blue output of HID or LED bulbs. The science behind these light […]
Upgrades for Your Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe and GMC Yukon
As some of the largest people-movers on the road, the GMC Yukon and the Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe can benefit from the countless upgrades that are available for them. Whether you want a subtle improvement in audio system performance with a custom-fit subwoofer solution or you want to shake the paint off the walls with […]
Proper Headlight Aiming Makes Driving Safer at Night
As fall approaches, we find the sun setting hours earlier than it did in the summer. With this increase in darkness, we need to rely on the forward lighting systems in our cars and trucks to keep us safe. In this article, we are going to look at the importance of making sure your headlights […]
Upgrade Your Car with Style and Accent Lights
Custom lights and LED strips have been a staple for car upgrades since the Fast & Furious days. Whether it’s a strip of blue, green or red lights in the footwells or a complete custom amp rack or center console, lighting can add personality, style and flair to your vehicle. Let’s look at some options […]
Upgraded Headlight Output and Beam Patterns
Upgrading the headlight bulbs or assemblies on your car or truck is a great way to improve your ability to see long distances while driving. Though many buyers focus on the amount of light produced by the bulb, ensuring that the new solution provides a proper beam pattern is crucial to your safety and that […]
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 […]
Heise LED Lighting Upgrades Improve Performance and Safety
Upgrading your car or truck lighting system with Heise LED bulbs or light bars from California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell is a great way to improve your safety at night. High-performance LEDs deliver impressive output and long life. Heise offers a variety of lighting solutions including replacement bulbs, accent lighting, work lights, trailer […]
HID versus LED Headlight Bulb Upgrades – Which Is best?
When it comes to safe driving at night, upgrading the headlights in your car or truck with HID or LED bulbs can make a dramatic difference in your ability to see long distances. Dozens of articles and videos on the Internet compare the two technologies. Piecing together information from all of them and wading through […]
Ford Bronco Stereo Upgrade for Los Gatos Client
The owner of this classic 1972 Ford Bronco recently dropped by California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell to inquire about a new stereo system. We’ve installed audio systems previously for this client, and he was very happy with the results. The truck had a basic radio and speakers, but he wanted a full-blown sound […]