RPM Hosted A Very Successful Annual Dealer Show At The Marconi Auto Museum

TUSTIN, CA (09.27.23) – “We are very happy to report the RPM Annual Dealer Show connected industry players, enthusiasts, and families as we envisioned. The event was set against the backdrop of the Marconi Auto Museum which a haven for automotive enthusiasts throughout the area. Our Annual Dealer Show 2023 delivered an experience that engaged and delighted attendees of all backgrounds” Eddie Ramirez related for RPM.

For the event museum cars were placed on perimeter racks to clear showroom space. In the Vendor Showcase area tables were setup showing the latest innovations and products from a number of top brands in the mobile electronics industry. Automotive Data Solutions, Autotek, Compustar, DroneMobile, Hifonics, JVC, Kenwood, Lucas Lighting, Metra Electronics, Racesport Lighting, Soundskins and Triton Audio were spotlighted.

*RPM’s Eddie Ramirez with Ron Trout (R) JVC National Sales Manager.*

Well attended Tech Trainings took place in separate areas. Attendees picked up goodie bags and swag plus registered for raffle prizes that included a 75” TV, Blackstone Grill, Apple products and mobile electronics gear.

*The Sunday date brought families to the event.*

Matt Yerger presented the Maestro Training session where he spotlighted the Maestro iDatalink which is the pinnacle of radio replacement solutions on the market. “The RPM Dealer Show really brought together dealers in the area in a family friendly setting. During the session we showed dealers easy-to-install solutions that transform the ease of installation and save time in the install bay,” Yerger commented.

*Matt Yerger conducting the packed Maestro training session.*

Jeff Meece, Meece Car Audio, made the 106 mile trip from Lancaster CA to Tustin for the RPM Dealer Show. Jeff’s 16 year old daughter Taylor was in the passenger’s seat. “My daughter Taylor is a car enthusiasts. See loved the event, the Ferrari and understood what Matt was saying in the Maestro session. The venue that RPM selected was terrific. That, plus the Sunday date, promoted the show as a family event and several dealers brought their wives and kids. I really liked this more than other 12volt events I have attended” Meece stated.

*Marconi Auto Museum cars were moved to perimeter racks to make room for the RPM Show floor.*

Josh Eatherly, EDA Director of Business Development, was in the house in Tustin. “The show was a great opportunity for EDA partner brands Kenwood, JVC, Metra, ADS, Clarion, Firstech, RDV, SPlbox, NuFilm, Triton and Alliance to interface directly with RPM dealers. Southern California is a challenging market to see dealers so having access to over 125 people in one place was immeasurable. We were writing orders with RPM all day” Eatherly related.

As attendees spent time at the event checking out the Vendor Showcase, outside Maxxsonics area and in training sessions they developed an appetite. Food trucks with burgers and tacos energized and brought a smile to the faces off all during the day.

*Hifonics amplifiers were spotlighted on this unique 4-Wheel display.*

RPM staff members who worked very hard to bring the Annual Dealer Show to life included Ricardo Franco, Maria Perez-Lopez, Edgar Moreno, Carlos Moreno Robert Peerez, David Lopez and Eddie Ramirez.

Concluding Ramirez offered “We think there is a real need and benefit to shows like our Annual Dealer Show. As we made deliveries Monday following the show several dealers who attended our show thanked of drivers for the great show. We thank all our vendor partners, presenters and dealers for contributing to the success of our 2023 Annual Dealer Show. A special thank you also to our staff members who worked the extra hours to bring all together for the successful RPM Annual Dealer Show.”