Metra Electronics

Metra Electronics® to Host Manufacturer Training Sessions at KnowledgeFest™ in Dallas, TX

Aug 1, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Metra Electronics® is heading to Dallas, TX to host training sessions at KnowledgeFest™ and showcase their latest aftermarket installation products. At the booth will also be a Ford® Bronco, outfitted with products by Metra’s Heise LED and Axxess brands. Metra’s training sessions will cover products launched at The 2021 SEMA Show. This includes the latest Axxess® integration products and DSPs, Saddle Tramp® lighting and audio upgrades that fit Harley-Davidson®, aftermarket accessories that fit Jeep® Wrangler and Gladiator, and new vehicle lighting solutions from Heise®.

Heise® Ships New Chasing Headlight and Fog Light Kits

Jul 18, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Heise LED Lighting Systems ® by Metra Electronics ® has added to their RGB Chasing LED product lineup. Now shipping is a Chasing Halo LED 7" Headlights and 4" Fog Lights Kit with Pro Controller and a Chasing Blade Halo RGB LED 7" Projector Headlights and 4" Fog Lights Kit with Pro Controller. These new lighting products fit Jeep® Wrangler JK & JL models 2007-Up* and Jeep® Gladiator JT models 2020-Up*, and are designed to provide dramatic, colorful lighting with minimal installation time.

Axxess® Ships New Integration Accessories Chevrolet & GMC

Jun 29, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Axxess ® by Metra Electronics® has expanded its product line to include additional vehicle applications for popular integration solutions. Now shipping are five new fully integrated dash kit packages designed specifically for select Pioneer® receivers*. The kits are an addition to Axxess’ popular AXPIO line and include vehicle-specific harnessing for select GM truck and SUV models. These new integration accessories help installers deliver upgraded sound systems and everyday convenience to drivers, with less labor and work in the install bay.

Daytona Lights® Accent Lights Now Shipping

Jun 17, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Daytona Lights® by Metra Electronics® has introduced new accent lighting products designed to provide affordable and stylish vehicle illumination that is easy to install. Now in stock and shipping are Single-Color EZ Accent Lights, Single-Color Rock Lights, and RGB LED Rock Light Kits. These products have universal vehicle fit applications and can be used inside and outside the vehicle. This makes them ideal and versatile lighting solutions for automotive lighting installers looking for an economical way to add dramatic color and illumination.

Install Bay® Introduces New Subwoofer Enclosures

Jun 1, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Install Bay ® by Metra Electronics® is now shipping new subwoofer enclosures, designed to fill the needs of all 12volt audio shops. These enclosures are available in over 100 vehicle-specific and woofer-specific models with finish options of carpeted or sprayed. They will also soon be available in an upcoming vinyl option. They are made in USA and feature durable ¾ inch MDF wood construction on all sides. The boxes are assembled using wood glue and brad nails instead of caulk to ensure long term durability. This process creates a better, longer-lasting subwoofer enclosure than offered by competitors. In addition to the rock-solid construction, rounded edges and corners allow installers to achieve a custom look. These products are in stock now and available for shipping.

Daytona Lights® Introduces New Lightbars and Cube Lights

May 24, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Daytona Lights® by Metra Electronics® has introduced new LED lighting products in an assortment of different styles and sizes, designed to provide affordable vehicle lighting that doesn’t compromise performance. Now in stock and shipping are new lightbars and cube lights that provide integrators with durable and convenient options for adding nighttime visibility. These products have universal vehicle fit applications and are designed for better illumination and lighting coverage using a low current draw that doesn’t drain the battery.

Metra Electronics® to Host Manufacturer Training Sessions at KnowledgeFest™ in Orlando, FL

May 16, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Metra Electronics® is heading to Orlando, FL to host new training sessions at KnowledgeFest™ and showcase their latest aftermarket installation products. At the booth will also be a 2001 Honda S2000 built by Ata Ehdaivand from Absolute Electronix in Derwood, MD, customized with Metra products. Metra’s training sessions will cover new products launched at The 2021 SEMA Show. This includes new Axxess® integration products and DSPs, Saddle Tramp® lighting and audio upgrades that fit Harley-Davidson®, aftermarket accessories that fit Jeep® Wrangler and Gladiator, and new vehicle lighting solutions from Heise®. As a Diamond Ultra sponsor, Metra is proud to support the industry by providing in-depth training sessions for installers at the event, hosted June 10-12.

Metra Electronics® Ships New Amp Installation Kits for Jeep®

Apr 25, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Metra Electronics ® has added to their lineup of Jeep® accessories. Now shipping are two new vehicle-specific amplifier installation kits designed to fit the 2018-Up Jeep® Wrangler JL and the 2020-Up Gladiator JT models with aftermarket radios. These kits include the installation accessories needed to install aftermarket amplifiers and subwoofers with ease. Both of these kits feature T-Spec® fuse blocks and V10 fully tinned power cables that are built to withstand the harsh environments that Jeep® drivers tend to explore. These all-in-one packages are designed to minimize installation time while providing aesthetically-pleasing audio system upgrades.

Heise® Ships New RGB and RGBW Lighting Products

Apr 18, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Heise LED Lighting Systems ® by Metra Electronics ® has added to their RGB and RGBW LED product lineup. Now shipping is a universal RGBW LED Underglow Lighting Kit, RGBW Bulk Wire, and RGB Bulk Wire. These products are designed to be compatible with other Heise® RGB and RGBW products. They offer colorful, durable RGB and RGBW lighting solutions with less installation time and labor.

Metra Marine® Ships New Products

Apr 11, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Metra Marine® by Metra Electronics® is shipping new Amplifier Wiring Kits and Marine Wire for marine applications. Drawing on Metra’s expertise in high-performance automotive audio and lighting accessories, the Metra Marine® line has added four new amplifier wiring kits and three new options for marine wire. These new products are specifically designed for the demands of watercraft.

Heise® Now Shipping New RGB Chasing Lights Products

Mar 30, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Heise LED Lighting Systems ® by Metra Electronics ® has added to their RGB Chasing LED product lineup. Now shipping is an RGB Chasing LED Underglow Lighting Kit with Pro Controller, 4 RGB Chasing LED Rock Light Kit with Pro Controller (12W), 8 RGB Chasing LED Rock Light Kit with Pro Controller (24W), and a Pro Controller that can now be purchased separately. These products are designed to provide dramatic, colorful lighting with minimal installation time.

Metra Electronics® to Host New Manufacturer Training Sessions at KnowledgeFest™ in Indianapolis, IN

Mar 22, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Metra Electronics® is heading to Indianapolis, IN to host new training sessions at KnowledgeFest™ and showcase their latest aftermarket installation products. At the booth will also be a 2017 Jeep Wrangler, provided by Car Stereo One, customized with Metra products. Metra’s training sessions will cover new products launched at The SEMA Show. This includes new Axxess® integration products and DSPs, Saddle Tramp® lighting and audio upgrades that fit Harley-Davidson®, aftermarket accessories that fit Jeep® Wrangler and Gladiator, and new vehicle lighting solutions from Heise®. As a Diamond Ultra sponsor, Metra is proud to support the industry by providing in-depth training sessions for installers at the event, hosted April 1-3.

Saddle Tramp® Ships New Products

Mar 10, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Saddle Tramp® by Metra Electronics® has added new products to their inventory designed to upgrade 1998-2013 Harley-Davidson® Road Glide models. This new line of products features a replacement inner fairing for riders who want to upgrade the sound system and install a modern aftermarket Double-DIN radio, as well as accompanying products that complement the fairing. Saddle Tramp® has also introduced a new amp bracket kit to fit 2014-up Harley-Davidson® Street Glide models. These new products are available now for shipping and are designed to help installers deliver upgraded, fully customizable sound systems with less time and labor spent in the install bay.

Axxess® Ships New Integration Accessories

Mar 3, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Axxess® by Metra Electronics® has expanded its product line to include additional vehicle applications for popular integration solutions. Now shipping is a new DSP “Lite” package designed to fit select 2010-up* Toyota models, a dash kit integration package designed to fit select Pioneer® receivers into 2020-up* Jeep® Gladiators, and a STOP/START engine override interface designed to fit six different 2019-2021 Ford models. These new integration accessories help installers deliver upgraded sound systems and everyday convenience to drivers, with less labor and work in the install bay.

Metra Electronics® to Present Lighting Training Session at the 2022 MasterTech Expo

Feb 25, 2022

Holly Hill, Fla. – Metra Electronics® is heading to the 2022 MasterTech Expo in Mesa, AZ, from March 6th to 9th and will present a training session about aftermarket lighting. The training, “New Vehicle Lighting Trends with Heise,” will cover a wide range of lighting solutions that 12volt installers can sell to meet the latest trends in automotive lighting. Attendees will learn about the new and improved Heise lightbars and cube lights, projector series LED bulbs, new wheel lights, RGB and RGBW underglow kits, and the popular third brake light designed for the new 2021 Ford Bronco. It includes valuable tips for selling and installing these new LED lighting solutions from Heise.