JR’s mother is pretty cool. So cool that she recently boughtnew speakers and installed them in her 2008 Ford Escape. JR interviewed her after she finished the installation to see how it went, and to show the world how much he loves his mom.

If you are considering your own car audio installation, weare here to help. We offer plenty of insightful articles to get you going, tons of information on the products, expert Advisors for assistance in finding the right products, tech support for your new gear, and 60 days to make sure youlove it.

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JR and Eric invite Tech Support Supervisor Cris Baker intothe new podcast studio at Crutchfield HQ to discuss the latest developments in EVs and hybrids and what can be done to improve their sound systems. We know a lot more about these vehicles today than we did just a few years ago, as Cris explains. Cris is also working hard to fill in the information gaps so we can be even smarter about how you can put a new system in your EV or hybrid more safely.

The guys also have some fun talking about their favorite EVsand which ones they would take home today, if money were no object. There are also some new EVs on the horizon that have piqued our interest. Alpine has developed some impressive systems specifically for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y cars,  and even made a thorough installation video so you can see what’s involved before you buy. We are pretty excited about the future of audio in EVs, and you’ll know why as you listen to this episode.

Additionally, Cris and JR answer pertinent questions fromthe owner of a 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E about adding a powered subwoofer to his system.

We have custom audio packages for more than just Teslas, Go here, enter your car in to the site and see what we have for your ride: Custom-fit Audio Packages at Crutchfield

Check out Alpine’s Tesla installation video here.

We’ve been researching cars since the early days ofCrutchfield. It’s how we know what stereos, speakers, amps, subs, and more fit your vehicle. How do we do it? Who takes apart dashes and measures speaker locations? Where do we get the cars? And maybe most importantly: How can youhelp? This episode is a deep dive into the world of Crutchfield Vehicle Research.

As you listen to this episode, you can play along as JRquizzes his co-host Eric about all things Vehicle Research. The answers can be found in these articles:

The history of Crutchfield's car audio DIY support

Who was the Crutchfield Installation Doctor?

The Crutchfield Vehicle Research Team

Research your car the Crutchfield way

Bill Crutchfield opened our tech support department in 1979;before that, Bill was the tech support department. Now it’s a group of around 70 people helping our customer get their shiny new toys up and running. JR asked our technicians if they had any interesting stories from their experiences working with customers, and it turns out they do!

This episode features several of our techs sharing their stories. And along the way we find out about them as people, what makes them tick, what the enjoy most about helping our customers. It’s a fascinating look into the world of tech support done right.

And remember you get free tech support for life with everyCrutchfield purchase.

Tech Support - Crutchfield - Audio, video, and more. Since 1974.

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Revive the Drive

We put out a call for questions on Facebook and Instagram: Things you, our fans, would like us to discuss on the podcast. You gave us plenty to talk about, and talk about it we did! We couldn't think of a better way to start our fifth season of the show than interacting with our listeners. We discuss tweeter styles, amplifier power, and how to replace the radio in Chevy Suburbans.

Also: Valentine's day is coming up, so we thought of some Valentine's day gift ideas for your sweetie that might be better than traditional chocolates and flowers. Give the gifts of energy, music, and togetherness instead.

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Crutchfield: The Podcast

We get a lot of people interested in using headphones with

If you want more info, check out our top recommendations for TV headphones or begin with our headphone buying guide. Our headphone glossary will help you understand all the headphone-specific terminology, so you can shop smarter.

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We are super excited to be talking about Home Theater in

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In part two of this four-part series on TV sound solutions, JR and Eric dive deep on the idea of just using a stereo, 2-channel speaker set up to enhance your TV’s sound. This can be done with powered stereo speakers, or with passive speakers and a receiver. The guys go in to the connections needed to make this work. Are you more in to music, but also want your TV to sound bigger and better than the TV’s built-in speakers? This is the episode for you.

If this episode is of interest to you, here’s some articles you might find helpful in your stereo system journey. This article explains the finer points of stereo speaker placement. And we put together a list of our favorite powered stereo speakers with full explanations as to why we love them.

You’ll find all our powered stereo speakers that are ideal for use with a TV right here: Powered Stereo Speakers at Crutchfield

J.R. and Eric dive into the world of TV sound. In this first episode of a four-part series, the guys focus on the easiest and most popular way of making your TV sound awesome, sound bars. They talk about the various types of sound bars, how to hook them up properly, and help you determine which soundbar is right for you.

In addition to this podcast, we have several helpful articles to make picking out a sound bar as easy as you pleasey. Check out our Sound bar buying guide, And if you are looking to do surround sound from just a sound bar, our best Dolby Atmos sound bars article is a good read, and lastly, if you want to know more about how to connect and set up your sound bar, we’ve got you covered.

It has arrived — the final episode of our series on how to build the perfect car audio system. Hosts J.R. and Eric have a powerful conversation about amplifiers, shedding light on industry jargon and offering shopping tips to find the best amp for your system. Choosing the right amp for your car stereo system can be crucial to achieving optimal sound quality and listening enjoyment.

Your hosts explain the role amplifiers play in enhancing sound quality, increasing volume, and providing headroom. They discuss different types of amplifiers as well as the role of channels and RMS power.

Need more details on the topics discussed? Check out our helpful car amplifier buying guide. And if you'd like to see if there's a vehicle-specific solution that helps your next amp installation go a little smoother, be sure to enter your vehicle information here.