Upgrading your car’s audio setup isn’t just for bass-obsessed drivers or audiophiles with golden ears. A good system can make long commutes feel shorter, road trips more fun, and even help reduce ...

Want to option your next car with that fancy, branded premium audio system? Here's how to get peace of mind from your splurging. A Porsche 911 S brought Manuel Carrillo III home from the hospital ...

Once upon a time, car stereos were all about music. When you decided to upgrade, you were doing so to enhance the quality of your audio experience — seeking clearer, more dynamic sound and perhaps ...

At CES 2026, we saw a firewall-mounted subwoofer solution, tiny bass speakers that offer private thump-thump, and more.

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. Follow us: The ...

A 2013 study by Texas A&M reported that, on average, the American commuter spends 38 hours a year stuck in traffic. And while big engines and capable chassis make for driving pleasure when paired with ...

Bose is widely available and uniformly excellent. Consistency across a variety of different vehicles is its strong suit. The five-decades-old company also produces a super-high-end system for Cadillac ...

On good days, it’s a concert hall, a news source or a way to entertain the kids. On bad ones, it’s a cranked-to-11 therapy session to the loudest tracks on your Spotify playlist. Factory audio systems ...

Acura's ELS Studio 3D audio system is the latest iteration of a partnership with Panasonic since 2004. The system delivers professional-level sound worthy of a recording studio. Acura ELS Studio 3D ...

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.

Upgrading car audio enhances driving comfort and enjoyment, not just loudness or bass. Prioritize goals, budget, and each component—speakers, subwoofers, amps, wiring, and tuning matter. Professional ...