A few words from Mitch: There was always something about Brad. Like many customers, he asked a lot of questions but you could tell that Brad understood the answers. One day I found myself in need of an installer and Brad and his father happened to stop in. I offered Brad a job and he […]
Police officers in North America have been using radar guns to catch speeders since 1949. This relatively simple technology evolved from military applications before World War II, where long-range installations were the size of a medium-size apartment building. Modern radar guns aren’t quite pocket-sized, but they are easily transportable and can be hand-held or installed […]
A few words from Mitch: Mike always has the unique ability to be happy and smiling no matter what is going on in his life. He continues to be caring and loyal to those who are lucky enough to call him a friend. I’m very thankful that our paths crossed and that Mike and I […]
If you’ve ever driven past a speed trap or, worse, received a speeding ticket from a law enforcement officer using a laser gun, you may be curious about how these systems work. Also called a lidar gun, these speed measuring devices are not only very accurate, but they work quickly and reliably to let an […]
Mobile Edge in Lehighton, PA, is celebrating its 25th anniversary in business! Owner Mitch Schaffer opened his “car stereo shop” on September 6, 1994, as Schaffer’s Safe & Sound. He built the shop in what used to be a service center attached to a Texaco gas station. Schaffer and the teams he assembled throughout the […]
Hybrid and all-electric vehicles are a great platform for stereo system upgrade. While your local specialist mobile enhancement retailer can’t tap into the main battery pack, the electrical system on these cars or trucks is more than adequate to power an amplifier to drive new speakers or a subwoofer. There are several options for upgrades […]
One common misconception about speakers is that underpowering them can cause damage. This fallacy is supported by minimum power ratings from several manufacturers, which adds to the confusion. Never fear, we’re here to explain why you simply can’t damage a speaker by providing it with only a little bit of power, and we’ll clarify how […]
Known for its designs for car audio enthusiasts looking for speakers that sound great and offer exceptional value, Hertz has introduced its new Cento Series of high-performance car audio speakers. Developed using many of the same philosophies and materials as the flagship Mille speakers, Cento (pronounced chen-tow) includes 18 products, with coaxial speakers, two-way component […]
There’s no denying the convenience of having a navigation system in your vehicle, whether it’s smartphone-based or built into your radio. With the nearly instant popularity of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, smartphone-connected radios are quickly replacing built-in navigation solutions as the upgrade of choice. The question is, which is the better navigation solution? Let’s […]
