Industry Insights
Analysis and trends shaping the automotive infotainment and aftermarket industry.
Industry InsightsOctober 12, 2026
Sony's Car Audio Exit Goes Global: A Transition Timeline for Head Unit Buyers
Sony's exit from aftermarket car audio is now confirmed as worldwide. Australian retailers were notified in writing in the week of October 7, shipments run until December 31, 2026, and dealer support continues into 2027. For distributors and retailers, the transition is now a dated planning exercise.
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Industry InsightsOctober 7, 2026
Sony Exits North American Car Audio: A Supplier Checklist for Head Unit Buyers
Sony has notified the industry that it is leaving the North American aftermarket car audio business, after exiting Europe in 2025. For distributors, retailers and installers, the practical question is not why Sony left — it is how to evaluate the supplier who takes its place on the shelf.
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