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 […]
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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 […]
Understanding Replacement Automotive Headlight Bulb Color
Upgrading the headlight bulbs in your car or truck can dramatically improve your safety and the safety of other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. Your local mobile enhancement retailer may offer high-quality HID or LED bulb upgrade kits in a variety of color temperature options. These colors typically vary from 3,000 to 12,000 K. The question […]
Sacramento Client Upgrades Malibu 21 Audio System and Lighting
Back at the beginning of the summer, a client from the Sacramento area brought his 21-foot 2018 Malibu boat to California Car Sounds and Tint for an audio system upgrade. Our team installed new speakers, a subwoofer, wakeboard tower speakers, a pair of amplifiers and custom lighting for the client. Unfortunately, someone broke into the […]
Why a Custom-Built Subwoofer Enclosure is a Good Investment
When it comes to recreating low-frequency information with accuracy and detail, a custom-built subwoofer enclosure from California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell is the best way to add bass to your vehicle. We see a lot of enthusiasts choosing generic or off-the-shelf subwoofer enclosures for their vehicles. While these systems offer great value, more […]
Safer Nighttime Driving Tips
Your lighting system remains the most important safety component of your vehicle once the sun sets. If you can’t see objects around you, or far enough ahead of you, the chances of having a serious accident are significant and the outcome could be deadly. Ensuring proper night vision is the most important aspect of driving […]