Join Dean, Fernando, and Bryan Schmitt as they go over the rules and how to enter the biggest challenge of 2023.

The Clean Wire challenge is a competition to see who is the best of the best. It will be held at the Master Tech Expo in Mesa Arizona March 5- 8. Eight next level wire masters will compete to see who is the best!

The competition will be hosted by Dean and Fernando and judged by the participants of Master Tech Expo.

Do you have what it takes? ​

Mobile Solutions® announces that Chip Foose, award-winning vehicle designer and builder, will join the second annual MasterTech Expo, scheduled March 5-8, 2023 at the Mesa
Convention Center in Mesa, Arizona.

Foose plans to conduct a design-inspired session to explain his creative process, as well as and share details about his ascent to the pinnacle of one-off vehicle designs, working with TV shows and inspiring the next generation of designer/builders in the automotive aftermarket.

As a highlight of his session and along with the interior build team, Foose will provide MasterTech Expo attendees a unique and immersive look into his methodology by revealing a behind-the-scenes look of TV’s final Overhalin’ build (2020), Shaq’s 1964 Chevy Impala. “Chip is going to take the audience through the
intricacies of the design elements, providing thought processes, tips and techniques that are typically valued as a designer’s trade secrets” comments Bryan Schmitt, event founder and CEO of MasterTech Expo parent company Mobile Solutions.

Of course, known for his friendly approach to fans and followers, Foose will be available for autographs and photos following the design session at MasterTech Expo. This is an exciting opportunity to get inspired from one of the industry’s most talented vehicle designers and builders.

MasterTech Expo’s objective is to bring tremendous value to attendees with like-minded professionals, brands, education, tools and products from every segment of the industry. “At MasterTech Expo, we are committed to embracing the entire automotive aftermarket community. We were thrilled that Chip Foose is aligned with our vision and is excited to join us at MasterTech Expo to share his knowledge with other professionals” remarked Schmitt.

Registration for MasterTech Expo is currently open.
For questions or further information on the 2023 MasterTech Expo on March 5-8, 2023 at Mesa ConventionCenter in Mesa, Arizona, please email info@mastertechexpo.com or call 480 968-2074.

Dateline: October 18, 2022

Mobile Solutions® announces early bird registration for the 2023
MasterTech Expo event located at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Arizona, March 5-8, 2023. Created for Automotive Fabricators Trimmers, Designers, 12V Technicians and Business Owners, MasterTech Expo is a unique event combining professional education of aftermarket automotive professionals, peer-to-peer
networking and a showcase of engaged exhibitors that provide specific value to the attendee audience.

Registration at the MasterTech Expo website opens at 12:00pm EDT on Thursday October 20, 2022 and early-bird discounted rates of $799 (regularly $849) will be available until November 18, 2022 with the coupon code EB2023.

New for the 2023 MasterTech Expo are numerous elements that make this another event not to be missed. For professional learning sessions, attendees can select one main education workshop track and, completely separate, two elective blocks of training. These electives can be complimentary to the workshop track, or something completely different to broaden the range of learning during the event. New presenters have been added, as well as a theme for the fabrication and design/automation tracks that carry through the entire 3 days of the MasterTech Expo experience.

Also included with in the 2023 MasterTech Expo enhancements are:
● Welcome Reception and Live Concert at Mesa Amphitheater
● More Training Rooms and Workshops
● Enhanced Build-Off Competition
● Clean Wire Challenge
● Lighting Competition
● All-New Demo Vehicles
● Special Celebrity Guests
● Onsite Meals Included
● Partner Hotel Rates

“We listened to feedback from our attendees, presenters and exhibitors at our 2022 event and made additional
investments in the enhancements that the 2023 MasterTech Expo will feature” explains event founder and host
Bryan Schmitt. “Having an included breakfast, lunch and dinner for the event is a measure of added reassurance that once you’re at the event, you have everything you need for all day attendance. In addition, we’re working with the partner hotels to provide transportation to and from the Mesa Convention Center so it
saves on on-the-ground transportation costs. We are proud to announce that we did not increase attendee registration costs in all of the process of implementing these enhancements” he continued.

Like the 2022 event, attendance is limited and will sell out well in advance. Do not miss this opportunity to secure your spot at the 2023 MasterTech Expo by registering with your early-bird discount today!

For questions or further information on the 2023 MasterTech Expo on March 5-8, 2023 at Mesa ConventionCenter in Mesa, Arizona, please email info@mastertechexpo.com or call 480 968-2074.

Watch MasterTech Expo’s Facebook, Instagram and website for ongoing updates, announcements of presenters and guests, as well as other important event details.
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About MasterTech Expo
Created by Mobile Solutions® founder and CEO, Bryan Schmitt, MasterTech Expo is an annual, education and networking event. The audience is broad-reaching, diverse, creative and talented. MasterTech educational programs have an immersive approach and content that is unequaled. Hand-selected exhibitor partners are the premier companies in their respective industries. MasterTech Expo’s goal is to deliver a unique and hyper-
focused career growth and development experience for all attendees.

For more information, please visit www.mastertechexpo.com

​Expanded technical expertise, new specialty classes highlight training evolutionTEMPE, ARIZ., March 18, 2022 (MEDIAWIRE) – The premier MasterTech EXPO took place March 6-9 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Ariz. The combination tradeshow and tech training event welcomed hundreds of automotive aftermarket industry professionals to learn new fabrication and build strategies as well as experience products from exhibiting vendors. MasterTech EXPO will be back in the same location in 2023, spanning four days beginning March 5.

“Our first EXPO exceeded our expectations in every facet,” said Bryan Schmitt, event founder and producer. “We surpassed our audience and exhibitor targets while maintaining the unique learning and networking environment we wanted for everyone. We’re especially grateful to the staff at the Mesa Convention Center and the Delta Hotel for accommodating our needs due to expanded participation from the automotive aftermarket industry. Most importantly, we’ve built a new blueprint for process-driven, large-scale technical training unlike anything the industry has experienced.”​

“For 2023 and beyond, we are committed to providing our attendees a broader range of technical expertise and exhibitors,” added Schmitt. “What we offer as an experience has to reflect the changes in the automotive aftermarket. Shops are diversifying to provide a single source of expanded services to their clientele. We want to continue to fuel that change with access to top-notch companies and focused education.”

Press Release: MasterTech EXPO, which held its first combination trade show and technical training event this month in Mesa, Az, announced plans for next year’s show to be held in the same location, the Mesa Convention Center, for four days starting March 5, 2023.
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The 2023 MasterTech EXPO event will add more diverse exhibitors and hands-on activities for education workshop attendees. Since the workshop format is based on what one would find at a university, the 2023 curriculum will continue that direction by adding electives, so an attendee can choose an additional class outside of his or her selected core workshops. In addition, attendees will have more opportunity to use tools and emulate the steps and techniques taught by expert instructors.

In conjunction with the annual show, MasterTech-branded events will continue to educate professional technicians and fabricators. The monthly School of Fab series on YouTube, featuring Bryan Schmitt and Mark from the popular Car Audio Fabrication series, will continue on first Thursday of each month. Schmitt will also announce 2022 dates for the return of specialty training classes at the Mobile Solutions facility in Tempe, Ariz., under the MasterTech brand. Each in-house MasterTech session at Mobile Solutions will comprise more intimate, project-focused versions of the School of Fab and Master Design courses taught at MasterTech EXPO.

“For 2023 and beyond, we are committed to providing our attendees a broader range of technical expertise and exhibitors,” said Bryan Schmitt, event founder and producer. “What we offer as an experience has to reflect the changes in the automotive aftermarket. Shops are diversifying to provide a single source of expanded services to their clientele. We want to continue to fuel that change with access to top-notch companies and focused education.”
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“Our first EXPO exceeded our expectations in every facet,” added Schmitt. “We surpassed our audience and exhibitor targets while maintaining the unique learning and networking environment we wanted for everyone. We’re especially grateful to the staff at the Mesa Convention Center and the Delta Hotel for accommodating our needs due to expanded participation from the automotive aftermarket industry. Most importantly, we’ve built a new blueprint for process-driven, large-scale technical training unlike anything the industry has experienced.”

Mobile Solutions announced that its first annual MasterTech Expo has reached capacity for both exhibitors and attendees. The four-day exhibit and education conference scheduled March 6-9 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Ariz., sold out with just under two weeks remaining until its opening day. The Tempe, Ariz.-based fabrication tools and training provider also announced that the second MasterTech Expo event will take place March 5-8, 2023 at the Mesa Convention Center.
 
MasterTech Expo was originally limited to the interior exhibit hall and adjacent breakout rooms but expanded to include the outdoor pavilion due to additional exhibitor interest. The final exhibit space tops 50,000 square feet and will include more than 30 show vehicles and over 25 exhibitor booths. Attendees will also complete 10 to 12 hours of quality education workshops and have access to additional training from exhibiting partners. 
 
The event kicks off with a welcome party featuring singer and musician Justin Hopkins, fan favorite from The Voice television show and music competition. Attendees will then be prepped for training with a “swag bag” containing gifts, tools and training materials, and a daily complimentary buffet lunch.
 
Education for MasterTech Expo features highly qualified trainers teaching relevant courses that address the changing needs of today’s professional fabricators. Courses are grouped into tracks to provide a logical and progressive learning arc. Attendees select two tracks and must complete all courses within each track to earn an achievement award. Attendance for each course is limited to the number of seats in the room to ensure everyone has complete access to all educational content. Exhibiting partners will also hold exclusive training workshops to present new product and feature training to attendees.
 
Special events for MasterTech Expo start with a behind-the-scenes design session with TV personality and renowned vehicle designer Dave Kindig. Throughout the show, two teams will compete on fabrication craftsmanship in the MasterTech Expo Build-Off sponsored by Rockford Fosgate. The final day culminates with a special keynote presentation by fabrication legend Mark Fukuda, and state-of-the -industry presentation by Rockford Corporation CEO Bill Jackson. 
 
“I’m thrilled that, through the support of the automotive aftermarket industry and the belief and trust placed in us by our exhibiting partners, we have exceeded our targets on both fronts,” said Bryan Schmitt, founder and president of Mobile Solutions. “We anticipate a high-impact, high-value show that will elevate our retail professionals.”
 
Registration for the 2023 MasterTech Expo will open in April. 

Mobile Solutions / MasterTech Expo is excited to announce that Bill Jackson, president, and CEO of Rockford Corporation, will present a State of the Industry address at the first annual MasterTech Expo, scheduled for March 6-9 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Ariz. The presentation will take place on the last day of the show, preceding the MasterTech Build-Off awards ceremony sponsored by Rockford Fosgate.

Jackson will share his thoughts on the keys to success in our complex and constantly evolving business landscape. He will also discuss the benefit of assessing your business to create change through focus, investment, and execution so that retailers identify and adopt new methods of business.

“I was honored when Bryan asked me to share my insights with the attendees of the first MasterTech Expo,” said Jackson. “We think MasterTech Expo is brilliant because it focuses on where our industry is going: away from the content itself and more toward how content is personalized and experienced. Rockford fully supports this event’s mission of equipping our retailers and their staffs with the knowledge and skill to meet new market possibilities, and we look forward to being a part of it.”

Upholstery is the final step in any interior design and fabrication process. All of the previous sessions lead participants into this critically important finish. Watch a custom hot rod seat be fabricated and upholstered in real-time by instructor Tracy Weaver. Learn some of the important secrets to using sewing machines to create seams and join patterned sections for a highly custom look.
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Tracy Weaver's interiors are found in award-winning hot rods, restomods, modern vehicles, and classic, period-correct restorations. His one-off interiors are in all the major show competitions including the Good-Guys Top 12 Awards and Ridler Award contests. Tracy is considered a master of his craft, an innovator, and a business leader in the field of automotive upholstery.

​• Working from an initial design sketch or rendering
• Upholstery materials of choice – for hard and soft panel finishes
• Patterning and stitching different seams
• Full seat fabrication from foam to upholstery
• Finishing techniques to ensure a cohesive appearance

​Presenters: Andy Wehmeyer and Dean Beyett
Location: Palo Verde 1 & 2
First Group: Monday March 7, 2022 – 9:10am-10:40am
Second Group: Tuesday March 8, 2022 – 9:10am-10:40am
Total Time: 80 Minutes

Description
Learn audio system design principles and practices that deliver incredible results. Whether you’re starting from scratch or integrating with a complex factory system, great performance requires careful planning. This session covers speaker placement considerations, sound deadening, 2-way versus 3-way components, an overview of OEM system configurations for newer vehicles, and much more. This also includes important Pro Tips for effective system design and the tools you’ll need to maximize your end result!

Topics Covered
• Planning the system
• OEM audio system types
• Speaker selection and location
• Power requirement and configuration
• Signal processing and onboard integration

​ANDY WEHMEYER
Andy Wehmeyer is President of Audiofrog, Inc., a high-end car audio, pro audio, and audio measurement equipment company based in Pasadena, CA. Andy’s had a 35-year career in-car audio as a retail installer, product manager, category manager and company president. He is well regarded as one of the most knowledgeable people in the aftermarket car audio sector and routinely shares his depth of knowledge with the specialist car audio installation community.
Picture Andy’s strengths and specialties are in product management, car audio system design, and audio system calibration/tuning. He is also a patent co-holder for inventions in digital signal processing and speaker design. Andy is co-presenting a session in the Modern Tech educational track at MasterTech Expo.

​DEAN BEYETT
Dean Beyett is the lead installation technician at Five Star Car Stereo in Clearwater, FL. He has over 30 years of car audio installation experience that encompasses a wide range of skillsets and in-depth product knowledge. Along with leading the installation team, Dean is responsible for Five Star’s website, Instagram page and managing the company’s custom installation sales. His company, Smash Force Productions, produces the successful "Five Star Car Stereo",” Dean and Fernando’s Car Stereo Clips” and "The Boring Life of Dean and Hailey" YouTube shows. Creating thousands of videos on the subjects of car audio and being a dad, Dean has an impressive following online and is one of the driving forces behind car audio on social media today.