The factory speaker systems in many new cars are, quite simply, often ugly. Fortunately, not only are aftermarket speakers a relatively cost-effective way to increase your car’s audio capability, but they’re also generally easy to install (although the sheer amount of speakers available may mean that some are more difficult to install than others). See Step 1 below to start learning how to install a new set of speakers in your car that will rock your trunk!

Consider the sound system in which you will install your new speakers. Some are simple sound systems, with limited output power and two or four channels, so adding speakers of 100 watts or eight or more doesn’t make sense. Trying to “fill” your car with speakers can actually contribute to a decrease in audio quality or even damage the sound equipment.

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Check the dimensions of your existing speakers, as minimal modifications will be required to fit the new ones. Speakers come in a variety of shapes and sizes, so planning ahead for a speaker replacement, knowing if the original was oval and 15 x 23cm, rather than circular, 10cm, will help you choose the most suitable one.

Consider quality. Speakers with composite or fabric cones are generally significantly better than those with paper cones, and ceramic permanent magnet speakers outperform electromagnetic speakers for the same power level.

Choose speakers with the finishing packages you like. You can find many different styles and colors of finishes and covers in a similar price range, so it makes sense to choose speakers that look good, not just ones that sound good.