Coastal Source, a designer and manufacturer of outdoor audio, landscape lighting and power solutions, has completed its inaugural 2026 Road Tour. The 41-stop educational initiative connected with hundreds of dealer partners across the United States from May through July, showcasing new products and gathering direct market feedback.

According to Coastal Source vice president Pete Sepesi, the tour confirmed a significant industry shift. Homeowners are moving beyond isolated technologies and now demand complete outdoor living environments that integrate audio, lighting, power and design. Dealers report that clients want outdoor spaces that extend the comfort and functionality of their interiors.

“The greatest takeaway from this Road Tour wasn’t simply enthusiasm for new products,” Sepesi says. “It was confirmation that our industry is changing. Dealers are increasingly designing complete outdoor living environments rather than specifying individual products. They want integrated solutions that help them create extraordinary homeowner experiences while simplifying every stage of the project.”

Dealer feedback highlighted the new Coastal Source Design Studio, which streamlines system design, specification and client presentations. Attendees also praised the expanded lighting portfolio, including the VIA line developed with Lutron, and the EVO platform. Hector Lopez of Synergy Integrated Systems notes, “It makes creating specifications and budgets quicker, speeds up turnaround, and that’s pretty valuable.”

Aaron Vedder, president of Synergy Integrated Systems, adds, “I think all of it is upping the game. Coastal Source is constantly evolving the product line.” Ryan Gaynor of High-Tech Network, which hosted a tour stop, says the hands-on format gave dealers a deeper understanding of project outcomes. “It’s a really great way for Coastal Source to show dealers what they can do on projects,” he remarks.