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Metra Electronics® Brings Expert Training to Las Vegas KnowledgeFest™

Jan 22, 2026

Holly Hill, Fla.– Metra Electronics® is heading to Las Vegas, Nevada to host training sessions at KnowledgeFest™, February 3-5 at the Paris Hotel. Metra will showcase their latest aftermarket installation products at booth #401. A fully customized Ford Lightning featuring Heise LED, Metra, and VIBE Audio products will also be showcased at the booth. Metra’s training sessions will cover new products launched at the 2025 SEMA Show, including all-in-one premium vehicle-specific audio kits with VIBE speakers, Metra’s next-generation radio platform, PROSCENIUM, new and updated dash kits, Heise LED vehicle accent lighting, and much more!

Metra to Unveil New Data Interfaces with SWC at SEMA

Nov 3, 2025

Holly Hill, Fla. – Metra Electronics® will showcase an all-new series of data interfaces with Steering Wheel Control (SWC) at the 2025 SEMA Show, November 4th to 7th at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees can visit Metra's booth, #10439 in the North Hall, to see these innovative solutions designed to simplify radio replacement and preserve essential OEM features. These new data interfaces provide a cost-effective solution for installers to retain factory steering wheel controls and other key vehicle functions that are typically lost during head unit upgrades. 

New Radio Status Control Interface and Harnesses Debuting at SEMA

Oct 31, 2025

Holly Hill, Fla. –  Axxess® by Metra Electronics® will introduce a new radio status control interface that can be paired with vehicle-specific and radio-specific accessory harnesses (sold separately) for a complete plug-n-play installation. These new integrations will be displayed at this year's SEMA Show, taking place from November 4th to 7th at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees can see them at Metra's booth, #10439, in the North Hall.

New and Redesigned Stereo Installation Kits Debuting at SEMA

Oct 30, 2025

Holly Hill, Fla. – Metra Electronics® is making aftermarket sound system upgrades easier than ever with a fresh lineup of redesigned stereo installation kits, debuting at the 2025 SEMA Show, November 4th–7th at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Visitors can explore Metra’s latest innovations at booth #10439 in the North Hall. Metra's dash kits are engineered for an OEM-quality fit and finish, making it simple for installers to upgrade factory audio systems with modern aftermarket radios, without labor-intensive fabrication.

SEMA 2025: Axxess® Unveils New Steering Wheel Control Data Interface

Oct 29, 2025

Holly Hill, Fla. – Axxess® by Metra Electronics® is set to unveil its latest innovation in audio integration at the 2025 SEMA Show: the new AXSWC-2 Steering Wheel Control Data Interface. Designed for seamless installation of aftermarket radios, the AXSWC-2 features automatic vehicle and radio detection, streamlining the process for professional installers and DIY enthusiasts alike. This new interface will be showcased at Metra's booth, #10439, in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, from November 4th to 7th.

Metra® Debuts Audio Kits for Jeep®, Toyota & Ford at SEMA 2025

Oct 28, 2025

Holly Hill, Fla.  –  Metra Electronics® announces new additions to its line of premium all-in-one audio kits. These innovative solutions - designed specifically to fit the Toyota Tacoma, Jeep® Gladiator, and Ford F-150 SuperCrew - will be on display at the 2025 SEMA Show, taking place November 4th to 7th at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees can experience these new audio systems via three demo vehicles at booth #10439 in the North Hall. Created in collaboration with VIBE Audio, these comprehensive audio kits include everything needed to install a premium aftermarket audio system in one convenient package. New kits include:

Metra® Launches New Audio Install Gear at SEMA

Oct 27, 2025

Holly Hill, Fla. – Metra Electronics® is introducing new speaker adapter plates and vehicle-specific speaker harnesses at the 2025 SEMA Show, November 4th to 7th, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. They will be located at booth #10439 in the North Hall. These new products expand on the manufacturer's line of audio system solutions and make it easy to install aftermarket speakers in an assortment of vehicles.

Metra Electronics® to Roll Out New Products at SEMA 2025

Oct 8, 2025

Holly Hill, Fla. – Metra Electronics® is excited to announce its return to the 2025 SEMA Show, taking place November 4th to 7th at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees can visit Metra at booth #10439 in the North Hall, where the company will feature its latest products across its family of brands. Highlights will include new additions to its line of premium all-in-one audio kits, introduced last year. These innovative solutions - designed specifically for the Toyota Tacoma, Jeep® Gladiator, and Ford F-150 - will be on display and fully installed in three demo vehicles, offering hands-on product experiences with expert guidance.

Metra Electronics® to Host Trainings at 2025 Las Vegas KnowledgeFest™

Jan 15, 2025

Holly Hill, Fla. – Metra Electronics® is heading to Las Vegas, Nevada to host training sessions at KnowledgeFest™, January 31-February 2 at the Paris Hotel. Metra will showcase their latest aftermarket installation products at booth #401. A Tesla Cyber Truck, fully customized with Heise LED and Vibe Audio products, will also be at the booth. Metra’s training sessions will cover new products launched at The 2024 SEMA Show, including all-in-one premium vehicle-specific audio kits with VIBE speakers, dash kits for the newest vehicle applications, Heise LED vehicle accent lighting, radio replacement interfaces with Bluetooth® wireless technology from Axxess, and much more! Training sessions include:

Install Bay to Show New Professional Installation Products at 2024 SEMA

Nov 5, 2024

Holly Hill, FL – Install Bay® by Metra Electronics® will display new additions to its comprehensive collection of professional installation products at SEMA, November 5th to 8th at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Axxess Debuts Radio Replacement Interfaces with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology at SEMA

Nov 4, 2024

Holly Hill, Fla. – Axxess® by Metra Electronics® will introduce new vehicle-specific audio integration interfaces that utilize Bluetooth® wireless technology for personalization settings at this year's SEMA Show.

New Amplifier Integration Interfaces to Launch at SEMA

Nov 1, 2024

Holly Hill, Fla. – Axxess® by Metra Electronics® is unveiling new vehicle-specific amplifier integration interfaces at this year's SEMA Show. These innovative solutions make it easy to add aftermarket amplifiers while keeping the factory radio, offering audio installers more flexibility for improving the sound quality of an audio system than ever before.

Metra to Introduce New Dash Kits at SEMA 2024

Oct 31, 2024

Holly Hill, Fla. –  Metra Electronics®, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket automotive solutions, is launching an assortment of new audio installation solutions at the 2024 SEMA Show.

Metra Debuts Audio Upgrades for Select BMW at SEMA

Oct 30, 2024

Holly Hill, Fla. –  Metra Electronics® is introducing under-seat replacement subwoofers and speakers designed to fit select BMW* at this year's SEMA Show.

In-Demand Late Model Jeep® Solutions are Coming to SEMA

Oct 29, 2024

Holly Hill, Fla. –  Metra Electronics® is showcasing aftermarket accessories designed to fit select late-model Jeep® Gladiator JT and Wrangler JL vehicles at this year's SEMA Show. Show attendees can view them from November 5th to 8th in Metra's main SEMA Show booth, #10439, in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center and at its off-roading and powersports booth, #24743, in the Central Hall.