In this episode of Throttlecast, we sit down with Emran Alborno from Car Tunes Atlanta to talk about the history behind one of the Southeast’s most respected car electronics and customization shops.

Emran shares how Car Tunes Atlanta began in 1978 when founder Richard Graham left his corporate accounting career to start installing eight-track players and speakers in cars—eventually growing into a premier destination for high-end automotive electronics.

He also discusses his own journey from sweeping floors straight out of high school to building a long career in the industry, along with insights into modern car customization, advanced audio systems, and working on vehicles from brands like Porsche, Ferrari, and Lamborghini.

Tune in to hear the evolution of the car audio industry and how Car Tunes Atlanta has stayed ahead for nearly five decades.