October 15, 2018 By Parish Tanner

New Car Necessities from Ocala Car Audio

If you have recently purchased a car, truck or SUV, drop by Ocala Car Audio and talk to us about new car necessities. From window tinting for added comfort to paint protection or floor mats to keep your vehicle looking like new, our team can help you personalize your new car or truck to make it suit your needs. Let’s look at a few of the new car accessories that are popular with our clients.

Automotive Window Tint

One of the premier services we offer is window tinting, whether you want the driver and passenger windows to match the privacy glass on the rear window of your truck, or are interested in a premium UV- and heat-rejecting film like 3M Crystalline to make your vehicle safer and more comfortable. Our technicians are fanatical about ensuring each installation is performed to only the highest standards of craftsmanship and attention to detail. You can be confident that your vehicle will look great and you won’t have to worry about the film peeling, bubbling or turning purple.

Protect Your Vehicle with Paint Protection Film

If you care about your car or truck, then adding a durable layer of paint protection film is the best way to prevent stone chips or paint damage from lovebugs or scuffs and scratches. Paint protection film, also called clear bra, is an incredibly durable urethane film that bonds directly to your vehicle’s paint surface. The film absorbs impacts and prevents stains from aging the look of your car or truck.

The films we install resist stains from tree sap, road tar and bug splatter. The UV-blocking characteristics also make them a great solution for protecting headlight lenses from yellowing and fading. They even have self-healing properties to ensure your vehicle continues to look amazing!

Remote Car Starters for Added Comfort

While most people associate a remote starter with the cold weather up North, they are a perfect solution for making your vehicle is comfortable when it’s hot out. Starting your vehicle remotely a few minutes before you want to leave gives your air conditioner a chance to cool off the interior. Remote starters are an ideal solution for anyone with young children or older clients who may experience breathing problems when they get into a hot vehicle.

WeatherTech and Husky Liner Protection Products

We don’t get snow and slush, but sand from the beach or dirt from a construction site can quickly make the interior of your vehicle messy. WeatherTech Floor Liners and Husky Liner X-Act Contour and Weatherbeater floor mats conform to the footwell of your vehicle to protect the carpet from dirt or spills. The mats are durable and can handle the heat and humidity that comes along with being in Florida to ensure your vehicle continues to look great.

Ocala’s New Car Necessities Experts

Even if you have no plans to upgrade the sound system in your new vehicle, drop by Ocala Car Audio to find out how we can enhance the comfort and style of your vehicle while adding protection that will keep it looking great for years. One of our product specialists would be happy to inspect your vehicle and help you choose the new car necessities that are tailored specifically to your lifestyle. For more information, give us a call or send us an e-mail using our online contact page.

September 25, 2017 By Parish Tanner

Motorcycle Audio Installation is Best Left to the Experts

When it comes to motorcycle audio installation, Ocala Car Audio in Marion County is an expert. Installing and modifying motorcycle sound systems has been a way of life for the staff at Ocala for nearly a decade. Owner Parish Tanner grew up riding motorcycles. In fact, his entire family rides whenever they get a chance. We don’t just talk about motorcycle audio; we live it.

Premium Motorcycle Audio Products

Our experience in designing and installing motorcycle audio upgrades is an extension of our marine audio system experience. The vibration and sound level challenges are similar in both applications. Obviously, motorcycles offer significantly less space for speakers and equipment. Our team has tried most of the solutions available and knows what speakers and amplifiers work to deliver amazing sound, even when the throttle is cranked wide open. Our motorcycle audio products can handle sun exposure and harsh vibrations from the biggest engines. They shrug off rain, dust and dirt. We have high-power amplifiers that are compact and efficient, and our speaker upgrades can handle the power from that new amplifier so you can crank your system and enjoy it for hours.

Expert Installation and Integration Services

The materials and techniques we use to upgrade the audio system on your motorcycle are as important as the products we choose. Wiring, fasteners, connectors and harnesses all need to provide the same level of performance and reliability we expect from speakers, amplifiers and source units. How we make electrical connections, route wiring and even the way we protect the finish on your bike are carefully planned to ensure your upgrade experience brings you countless hours of trouble-free entertainment.

Full-Time Mobile Electronics Specialists

One topic that comes up frequently with our motorcycle clients are the audio upgrades that can be purchased and installed at shows throughout the year. Both the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and Daytona Bike Week see vendors from all over the country celebrating every aspect of the motorcycle culture. We see many “pop-up” retailers selling and installing sound system upgrades at the shows. While some of these systems perform well, some are mediocre. Our biggest concern is after-sales service. If you have a problem with anything we’ve installed, you can call the shop and we’ll schedule an appointment to resolve the issue. If you’ve purchased speakers or an amplifier at the show, where will you go if you need help? Some show vendors go so far as to relabel products under their name. These modifications void the warranty on those units. We service what we sell.

Ocala’s Motorcycle Audio Installation Experts

When it’s time to upgrade the sound system on your bike, drop into Ocala Car Audio and speak with one of our motorcycle audio installation experts. We would be happy to demonstrate the systems on our bikes and develop a custom solution for your cruiser. From a new set of speakers in a fairing or saddlebag to custom speaker pods on your highway bars, our team will ensure your music sounds great at any reasonable speed. You can call us at 352-512-9897 or send us an e-mail using our online contact FORM at any time for answers to questions about our products and services. We look forward to hearing from you!

September 15, 2017 By Parish Tanner

Product Spotlight: 3M Crystalline

Ocala Car Audio has been installing 3M Crystalline window film longer than anyone else in Marion County, Florida. When our clients ask for the best window film possible to protect themselves and their vehicles from the harsh Florida sun, Crystalline is always our go-to solution. Keep reading to find out why Crystalline stands out from all other window films in the industry.

The 3M Brand

3M Automotive Window Films are considered the reference from which all other window tinting products are measured. 3M was awarded the first window film patent in 1966, and they have continued to create the most innovative film products to date. 3M stands behind their products with a nationwide warranty. Even if you have moved to California or New York, your investment is protected.

High Visibility and Performance

The 3M Crystalline series of films set the benchmark for IR and UV rejection without the need to be dark. CR70, a film that reduces visible light transmission by only 30%, offers 99% UV rejection and an incredible 97% IR rejection. In most applications, clients barely notice that the film is on the vehicle. Your visibility remains excellent at night, and you are protected.

What does IR Rejection Mean?

Infrared energy from the sun is responsible for heating the planet, our skin and the interior of our vehicles. By blocking up to 97% of the infrared energy and 62% of the total solar energy from the sun, Crystalline films will keep the interior of your car cooler and dramatically reduce the load on your air conditioning system.

Blocks 99% of UV Energy

Our skin is susceptible to damage by UV energy from the sun. Prolonged exposure can cause blemishes and wrinkling. UV is the leading cause of skin cancer. 3M Crystalline film blocks 99% of the harmful UV energy and acts like a suntan lotion with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of more than 1000.

UV energy is also responsible for material fading. The cloth, vinyl, leather and plastics in your vehicle will continue to look rich and vibrant when it is protected by Crystalline.

Technology Friendly Protection

Crystalline features more than 200 layers of nanotechnology in a film that is less than the thickness of a Post-It note to protect you and your vehicle. Because there are no metallic substances in the film, your cell phone, satellite radio and GPS navigation systems will continue to work reliably and efficiently.

Experience 3M Crystalline at Ocala Car Audio

When it’s time to shop for a window film for your vehicle, drop into Ocala Car Audio. We would be happy to demonstrate how well Crystalline works and provide you with a quote to protect and enhance your vehicle. You can reach us by E-MAIL if you have any questions about window films or any of our products or services.

November 10, 2016 By Parish Tanner

Three Stages To A Better-Sounding Car Audio System

Here at Ocala Car Audio, we love music. In fact, we are passionate about recreating your favorite concert in your vehicle. Maybe that is why, year after year, more people in the Ocala area turn to us to upgrade their car audio system. For most people, it breaks down into three stages of improvement.

1. Add a Subwoofer to Make Your Music Come Alive

Do you remember your favorite concert? The feeling of the bass hitting you in your chest? That was a subwoofer and, frankly, stock stereo systems in vehicles are anemic when it comes to bass.

Now, you may be thinking you need a large enclosure in your cargo area. In years past, it was true. Nowadays, modern subwoofers work in very small enclosures, so we can make that kick drum or bass guitar come alive in your car, truck or SUV with a compact design. We can even make a custom enclosure that tucks into a corner and often takes up practically no room at all.

2. Power Gives You the Volume to Make the Music Enjoyable

At this point, you now have bass in your music, so the sound is more real to you. What do you want to do? Well, you want to crank the volume knob. To do that, you need power. Most factory-equipped stereo systems use tiny amplifiers that work OK for listening to music at lower levels, but when you want to crank it up, they run out of power. The experts at Ocala Car Audio will find you the perfect amplifier that can give you all the volume you need to enjoy your music at higher listening levels.

3. Speakers Complete the Package

Finally, you will have bass and more volume, so what is lacking? Clarity in the music. Factory speakers are very inexpensive designs, and they sound lifeless and boring, to be blunt. A good set of replacement speakers from Ocala will bring out all the details in the music that you have been missing. We have built car audio systems for clients who say, “I am hearing details in songs I didn’t know existed.” To make it more interesting, sometimes this is music they have been listening to for decades!

Find Someone who Sells Solutions, not Products

We have one final thought for you. When you decide to embark on the journey of upgrading your car stereo system, you want a shop that can design and build you a complete solution, not a company that wants to focus on individual products. At Ocala Car Audio, we take all the time needed to get to know our clients better. We consider everything from how loud you listen to it to the way you use your vehicle on a weekly basis. We will sit in your vehicle, listen to your factory stereo, and ask you what you like and what you don’t like about it. Then we go inside and audition equipment that we think are your best options. In the end, we design and build a solution tailored to your unique needs.

Stop in and Experience us for Yourself

The only way to get the Ocala Car Audio experience for yourself is to drive on down here with your vehicle and get to know us better. You can also contact us by clicking HERE.

October 17, 2016 By Parish Tanner

Top Reasons To Get A Navigation System From Ocala Car Audio

Here at Ocala Car Audio, we sell lots of installed navigation systems to our clients all around the greater Ocala area. You may be thinking, “Everyone has a smartphone these days, so why buy an installed navigation system?” That is a great question. Follow along as we explain the benefits of having us install a navigation system in your vehicle.

The Quality Of Mapping Is Better

First and foremost, you use a navigation system to get you from point A to point B. Unfortunately, we all know someone who has used the free navigation app on a phone, only to hear it say “You have arrived at your destination” when they surely are not where you need to be. Maybe that’s why it is free? Our systems use the same grade mapping as vehicle manufacturers and, to be blunt, they are much more accurate.

Save Your Data For Things That Matter

As time goes on, we use our smartphones for more and more things, and that eats up data. Our installed systems don’t eat up your data. Even more important, we all know that many of the wireless providers have dead spots around Ocala. If you don’t have data, you don’t have a navigation system. That never happens with our systems.

A Navigation System Is Safer To Use

When you upgrade to an installed navigation system, it becomes your hub for all the entertainment, smartphone and navigation functions you will use while driving. What this means to you is everything is designed to work together, allowing you to keep your eyes on the road, making you a safer driver. The display is larger, and it mutes your music when it announces a turn, so you feel more confident of where you are going and are less likely to make a mistake while driving.

You Have Options Galore

An installed turn-by-turn navigation system is also a technology upgrade for most vehicles on the road. All our systems include Bluetooth for hands-free calling and music streaming, as well as USB ports to control your external media. SiriusXM satellite radio is a popular option, as are backup cameras that can be displayed right on the full-color screen.

For the ultimate in convenience, some of our systems offer Apple’s CarPlay and Google’s Android Auto – the best way to safely harness the power of your smartphone in your ride. Imagine being able to talk, text, set and hear reminders, and listen to your Internet radio stations, all by using your voice.

Come Experience Them For Yourself

We invite you to contact us or stop by Ocala Car Audio – in where else but Ocala – to experience the difference an installed navigation system can make for you. Our team will design and install the best solution for your needs.

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September 20, 2016 By Parish Tanner

Top 6 Reasons to Choose Ocala Car Audio for Window Tinting

At Ocala Car Audio, we have a team of experts with years of experience in installing window tinting. Our skillfulness shows through in everything we do, giving you the best experience possible. We’d love to share with you why we believe our shop is the best in the area.

Locally Owned And Operated

The owner of Ocala Car Audio has lived in the area for over 21 years, investing a large part of his life in his community. All of his children have been raised in Ocala and attend school nearby. Attending a local church is a joy for him and his family. Our team follows his lead in valuing our community and local townspeople.

Decades Of Experience Show In Our Service

Thanks to our decades of experience in the industry, you’ll quickly recognize our expertise. From the owner to the sales staff and installers, our experience allows us to ask the right questions and understand each client’s interests. This also gives us the opportunity to provide our clients with the exact product they are looking for to meet their unique needs.

Options For Every Budget

Because we stock a variety of different window films, we can offer our clients a wide range of options. We offer lower-cost window film for different client needs, as well as higher-end films. Some of our higher-end films also include heat rejection, which is a wonderful thing to have in Florida!

We believe a client has a right to know that not all window film is created equal and that you should have the opportunity to get exactly what you’re looking for. We offer everything from a basic appearance film to a true high-performance/high-heat rejection film and anything in between.

A Tint Bay Specifically Built For Installing Window Film

At Ocala Car Audio, we have a five-star window film installation bay that easily speaks for itself. This environment is closed in to reduce dust particles that are definitely not wanted when applying window film. It is also extremely well-lit, allowing our installers to see better and thus provide a better-quality job. We also have a plotter that cuts the film for an exact fit, giving our clients’ vehicles a flawless look every time.

Only Trusted Brands

In our shop, we use 3M automotive window film as our premium window tint. Everyone has probably used or owned a 3M product at some point in their life – 3M is one of the most trusted companies in the world. They also offer a nationwide warranty.

All The Work Done Onsite

Because our expert team is on staff, we can do all of our installations in-house. Some shops choose to send work off-premise, but all of our work is done onsite. Once it’s in our shop, your vehicle remains in our hands.

Stop By Our Store

From the time a client walks in our door, they are given the best service that we can provide. We also welcome people to come to tour our facility at any time to see what makes us the first and last choice for window film installation for thousands of people.

As you can see, Ocala Car Audio is the place to come if you’re looking to have your windows tinted. From our expert installers and quality materials to our state-of-the-art facility, we are the window tint experts. Stop by our store in Ocala, Florida, to chat with one of our team members or contact us today!

September 12, 2016 By Parish Tanner

Why Paint Protection Film Is A Great Investment

At Ocala Car Audio, we love providing our clients with products and technologies that will enhance the look of their vehicles and improve their driving experience. One way to do that is to have paint protection film installed.

Saves You Money

Having paint protection film installed is also much more cost-effective than getting a new paint job. You can never predict when debris or other substances will damage your vehicle, but with PPF, you’ll never have to worry about it. When you come to Ocala Car Audio, our team will use one of the finest products on your vehicle: 3M Scotchgard Pro film. This film comes with a seven-year warranty, giving you security for years down the road.

Protects Any Part

Paint protection film can be installed on just about every surface of your vehicle. Some of the most common places are the front bumper, hood, back of side mirrors, door handle pockets and rockers on the edge of a vehicle. If you look carefully at your vehicle, you’ll probably notice scratches around your door handle pockets from things like fingernails and rings. Look at your hood – it’s almost a guarantee you have some bugs plastered to your car’s paint. PPF protects your vehicle from all of these things, allowing your car to keep its sparkle and shine much longer.

If you live in Florida, you’ve most likely experienced the horror of lovebugs. These bugs are no joke because their body chemistry has an extremely high acid content, so they are particularly damaging to paint. If left on the surface of your vehicle, they can damage your vehicle’s paint in less than 24 hours. With Scotchgard Pro film, you can easily wipe off these bugs and your car remains looking good as new.

Paint protection film also provides a barrier against small rocks, sand, dirt and other roadway debris. All of these objects can give that wear-and-tear look to a vehicle in a short matter of time. This film can also be installed on trucks, RVs and motorcycles to provide the same protection.

Paint Protection Film Invisible To The Eye

With a professional installation by one of our team members, paint protection film is practically invisible to the human eye. This is a much more attractive option when compared to the black vinyl car bras that were often seen many years ago. You can also treat your vehicle just as before the film was installed; it doesn’t need any special treatment when washing or waxing your vehicle after the installation.

If you value a nice-looking car, paint protection film would be a great option for you. Contact us or stop by Ocala Car Audio in Ocala, Florida, to speak with one of our team members about the best ways to protect your vehicle.