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Big Audio Dynamite: Big-Sound, Low-Cost Car Stereo Components

By Dan Leadbetter, dealnews staff writer
Still looking to pump up the volume as you cruise along the highway of life? We've updated our car stereo guide to include new deals, so you can make sure your ride is capable of all that rockin'! Auto audio enthusiast Dan Leadbetter serves up advice and six car audio upgrades that'll boost your stereo system's sound without busting your wallet.
Published April 26, 2012
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Element_VendorCouponList::$items is deprecated
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Line:   75
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