DANIA BEACH, Florida — October 1, 2026 — HKI USA today announced the promotion of Jacob Brown to Chief Operating Officer, effective October 1, 2026. In his new role, Brown will oversee day-to-day operations, streamline core processes, and strengthen the company’s procedures and inventory controls. Brown has been with HKI USA for seven years and most recently served as Director ...

Sony is exiting the aftermarket car audio category. In a letter to dealers dated Sept. 30, 2026, the company said it is leaving the business altogether, with product continuing to ship through Dec. 31, 2026. Sony previously withdrew from the European car audio aftermarket, ending shipments there in December 2024. The new dealer letter extends that decision to the entire ...

Winners from first phase of Industry Awards are semifinalists for top honors North Andover, MA, September 30, 2026 — The Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) announced the winners from the first phase of the 2027 Mobile Electronics Industry Awards. The announcement comes after industry nominees submitted videos describing their business or professions. The winners comprise the Top 50 Installers, Top 50 ...

Sony Group will not exhibit at CES 2027, ending a nearly 60-year run at the Las Vegas show. A company spokesperson confirmed to Bloomberg that neither Sony nor its affiliates plan to take a booth in January, following an earlier Nikkei report. Sony said it “continuously and strategically evaluate[s] our approach to events and communications based on the needs and ...