In the last few decades, consumer-electronics retailing has become dominated by big box stores. You probably have one near you if you live in an urban area or even in a good-sized town. Car audio ...

If you buy just about any kind of consumer-electronics product, you take it home, plug it in, maybe run a few wires, and you're good to go. Not so with car audio equipment. The installation is one of ...

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. If you’re looking to buy a new aftermarket car stereo for your car, you’ll have a lot of things to consider. Many ...

We all have a special connection to our first cars: freedom, fun and (ir)responsibility. It’s likely your first car was old, either a hand-me-down from your folks or the best you could do with the ...

Sound systems are often just a footnote in the specifications of some automobiles. This is not the case for premium models and luxury vehicles, which are offered with excellent systems. The best OEM ...

If you’re looking to upgrade the audio quality in your car or fix a broken part of your sound system, the good news is that you can sometimes do it for as little as $25. But what stereo components are ...

The world of car audio equipment sure has come quite a long way since the days of the fold-down 45-rpm record players. These days, thanks to the futuristic advancements of all things iPod (or any ...

TV shows such as "Pimp My Ride," "OverHaulin'" and "Trick My Truck" have made it popular to customize your car with specialized audio and entertainment equipment. If you love customizing cars, ...

There was a time when in-car audio came in the form of AM radio and one lonely speaker. Believe it or not, General Motors offered the fifth-gen Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 with one speaker from the factory.

OLYMPIA — A controversial bill mandating stricter car audio safety standards easily passed the House on a 71-22 vote Wednesday. Still, its future remains uncertain as it faces stiff opposition in the ...