Train horn maker embarks on aggressive expansion plan

HornBlasters Inc., the Tampa company that specializes in deafeningly loud train horns that can be installed in passenger cars and trucks, has gone into stealth mode with its latest ear-shattering innovation.

The Stealth Spare Tire Delete bracket, says CEO Matt Heller, gives truck and SUV owners the ability relocate spare tires, freeing up space for horn bells to be discreetly installed and hidden from view. The company says the product, which retails for $1,379, is designed to appeal to customers who don’t have flashy, souped-up vehicles brimming with aftermarket accessories. They’re also more secure.