Car stereo systems: good now?

Close-up shot of a car's interior - Molodid Studio/Shutterstock Modern cars come packed with lots of tech features, and include better sound systems for listening to music while you're behind the ...

We toured Harman’s Northridge, California, facility to get a small glimpse at the company that makes almost 50 percent of all ...

With all the technology in new vehicles, it’s easy to overlook the stereo system. But for some – and certainly for music freaks like me – the car interior is the last bastion of uninterrupted music ...

Whether you're an audiophile or just want a bit more oomph from your car's factory sound system, upgrading your car's speakers is an easy and usually cost-effective way to see some results. Enter ...

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 ...

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.

The Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound system in the 2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country Ultra is the best OEM car audio I’ve ever heard. It drenches the cabin in music that’s uniquely both loud and clear—even ...

When you think of the perfect soundstage, or rather, the pinnacle of pristine audio, the environment you're picturing is probably not going to be inside a vehicle. Sure, high-quality vehicle audio ...

At CES 2016, Bose showed off a range of car audio systems, in low- to high-end cars, that increase immersion and quality through headrest speakers. Wayne Cunningham reviews cars and writes about ...

Modern cars come packed with lots of tech features, and include better sound systems for listening to music while you're behind the wheel. Companies put solid sound systems in cars, although the audio ...