See also Dynascan Corporation and B&K
Overview
Cobra Electronics Corporation is a U.S.-based manufacturer known for citizens band (CB) radios, radar detectors, and mobile communication devices. The company became one of the most recognizable brands in CB radio during the 1970s and remains active in radio and automotive electronics.
Description
Cobra Electronics was originally established in Chicago, Illinois, as a division of Dynascan Corporation. The Cobra brand name was introduced for CB radio products during the rapid growth of CB radio use in the early 1970s. Cobra radios were widely distributed in North America and became associated with both consumer and professional mobile communication.
History
- 1961: Dynascan Corporation founded in Chicago, Illinois
- Late 1960s: Cobra brand introduced for communications equipment
- Early–mid 1970s: Cobra becomes a major CB radio manufacturer during the CB boom
- 1977: Peak CB popularity in the United States; Cobra is a leading brand
- 1980s–1990s: Expansion into radar detectors and automotive electronics
- 2000s–present: Continued production of CB radios, with additions such as Bluetooth-enabled and handheld units