DOW Expands LG Product Lineup Available to Customers

TAMPA, Fla. (October 27, 2023) – DOW Technologies, the leading independently owned technology distributor, has expanded its partnership with LG across DOW’s territory. The agreement makes LG’s full line of TVs available to DOW’s customers, bolstering DOW’s lineup of top selling TV brands.

LG introduced the world to the first-ever large screen OLED a decade ago, and since then, the company has continued to lead the premium TV market. LG’s latest OLED TVs, including the LG OLED evo G3 Series and the LG OLED evo C3 Series, elevate the viewing experience with self-lit picture quality, powerful image processing technologies, and an upgraded webOS platform providing even more smart features, as well as access to an ever-increasing library of lifestyle services.

DOW adds LG’s residential televisions to the line of LG commercial televisions it already distributes. Inventory of LG’s OLED and QNED televisions will be stocked at all six of DOW’s locations. Products are expected to be available for customers beginning next week. Authorized customers can pre-order now and the products will ship as soon as they arrive at DOW’s distribution centers. All LG TVs are eligible for free shipping under DOW’s Smart Services program.

“We’re very excited to expand our partnership with a great organization like DOW,” stated Larry Ma, director of sales, distribution & custom integration for LG. “We appreciate the support DOW provides to its customers and the convenience of their shipping program.”

"Adding LG to our line of products is an incredible opportunity for DOW and our customers," commented senior vice president Dave Elkin. “Our goal is to be a one-stop shop for custom integrators and the addition of LG helps dealers have a single destination for everything they need."

To learn more about DOW Technologies, please visit www.dowtechnologies.com or call 1.800.627.2900. To learn more about LG TVs, please visit LG.com.

About DOW Technologies:

Headquartered in Tampa, Fla., DOW Technologies is one of the largest independently owned and operated technology distributors servicing independent retailers in the United States for 63 years. With six locations serving Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., DOW Technologies focuses on distributing products and technologies that enhance lives at home, at work and on the road.

DOW Technologies’ areas of business include:

                       • Car Audio/Video                                      • Custom Integration/Consumer Electronics

                       • Broadband                                              • Satellite & Terrestrial Television

                       • Surveillance                                             • Marine Audio and Accessories

                       • Commercial Audio/Video                         • UCaaS

Holly Hill, Fla. – December 7, 2023 – Metra Electronics®, a leading manufacturer of aftermarket automotive solutions, is honored to formally announce a partnership with ACV GmbH of Germany in 2024 and its new role as master distributor for the EU Marketplace. Metra's brand of radio replacement products, including installation kits and fascias, wiring harnesses, antenna products, and more, will now be stocked and distributed by ACV GmbH.

A vendor of vehicle-specific product solutions that does business around the globe, ACV GmbH is headquartered in Erkelenz, a town located in the industrial region that comprises Düsseldorf, Cologne and Aachen. It is an enterprise that has been specializing in technical car accessories for decades. They now also provide product development services for custom-tailored, individual solutions in compliance with client specifications based on OEM standards and standardized products for the aftermarket. The business has earned a reputation for expeditious service and excellent, uncomplicated support services.

As a long-term partner of Metra, ACV GmbH will provide the manufacturer with logistical advantages to facilitate outreach and product fulfillment to dealers across Europe and surrounding countries. "Our team is very excited about the advancement of our relationship with ACV GmbH. We look forward to expanding our brand presence and growing mutual business within the European marketplace," says Maurice Soto, Metra's Director of International Sales. Any retailers or custom integrators who would like more information on this partnership may contact their Metra Representative.

At Metra, 12-volt installation and integration is our passion. We strive to continuously offer the highest quality products to meet the fluctuating technological challenges of the automotive world. We actively listen to our customers’ requests and invest resources in developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make dash kits for more vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for 75+ years. Our other brands include: Axxess®, T-SPEC®, The Install Bay®, Heise LED Lighting Systems®, iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems®, Shuriken High Performance Batteries®, Raptor®, Ballistic®, AmmoTenna®, Metra PowerSports®, Saddle Tramp®, Metra Marine®, Daytona Lights®, and Tsunami®. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 386-257-2956.

March 27, 2024 - Ringwood, IL

Race Sport Lighting, a leading pioneer of automotive aftermarket lighting solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with MAP Services, a pioneer in enforcing Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) policies, aimed at preserving the integrity of Race Sport Lighting's brand pricing and addressing unauthorized online sales practices.

As the automotive aftermarket industry continues to thrive and evolve as brick and mortars expand their offerings to their online clientele, Race Sport Lighting remains committed to ensuring that its products are profitable to thousands of dealers across North America. However, the last four years have been challenging to police and enforce MAP as their brand grew in popularity and spread across other countries. To ensure maximum profitability for their resellers, and to enforce a DO NOT SELL list, it was clear that the company needed a partner dedicated to servicing this need.

By joining forces with MAP Services, Race Sport Lighting aims to strengthen its position in the market by implementing robust measures to uphold MAP policies and combat unauthorized resellers. MAP Services brings years of expertise and innovative solutions to the table, offering comprehensive monitoring and enforcement capabilities that will enable Race Sport Lighting to maintain price integrity across all distribution channels.

"Ensuring that our dealers are protected against profit erosion caused by MAP violators is paramount to us," said Steve Jergensen, President of Race Sport Lighting. "Our partnership with MAP Services underscores our unwavering commitment to upholding the integrity of our brand and providing dealers with the exceptional profitability they expect from Race Sport Lighting, whether in store or online. In just two weeks we have witnessed an improved reseller compliance of +20% and have now achieved 95.99% online listing compliance on today’s report.”

Through this collaboration, Race Sport Lighting and MAP Services will work closely to identify and address instances of unauthorized selling, MAP violators, and brand misrepresentation across online platforms. By leveraging advanced monitoring technology and proactive enforcement strategies, the partnership aims to create a cleaner and more transparent online marketplace for Race Sport Lighting's products.

"We are thrilled to partner with Race Sport Lighting in their mission to preserve brand value, profitability for their dealers, and combat online pricing discrepancies," said Tom Ameduri, National Account Manager of MAP Services. "With our combined software, expertise, and resources, we are confident that we can effectively safeguard Race Sport Lighting's brand integrity and enhance the overall customer experience."

The Race Sport Lighting and MAP Services partnership represents a significant step forward in the fight against unauthorized online sales practices and price erosion within the automotive aftermarket industry. By prioritizing brand protection and price integrity, Race Sport Lighting reaffirms its commitment to delivering unparalleled value and innovation to consumers worldwide.

About MAP Services:

MAP Services is a leading provider of Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) enforcement solutions, dedicated to helping brands protect their pricing integrity and combat unauthorized online sales. With advanced monitoring technology and proactive enforcement strategies, MAP Services empowers brands to maintain control over their pricing policies and preserve brand value in the digital marketplace.

About Race Sport Lighting

Race Sport Lighting is the leading manufacturer of LED and HID lighting technology in North America, and serves the 12-Volt, Truck Accessory, Powersports, Motorcycle, Marine, and RV industries primarily. Founded in 2007, Race Sport Lighting is going on 17+ years, leading the way as the Pioneer for the lighting category. They offer the highest quality lighting products to the industry, and back it up with award-winning customer service and tech support. This reputation has earned them the Lighting Vendor of several major industry buying groups.

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