From powersports to RV to Golf, our January trade shows spanned multiple corners of the dealership world. Each event gave us valuable time with dealers, OEMs, and partners eager to start the year strong. Here’s where we spent our month:
- AIMExpo – Anaheim, CA (MIC Member)
- WPS National Sales Meeting – Phoenix, AZ
- NTP Stag – Orlando, FL
- NVP Product Expo – Louisville, KY
- PGA Show – Orlando, FL (LSVDA Platinum Sponsor)
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Listening to Dealers, Fueling Innovation
Just as we saw throughout our fall events, January reinforced a consistent theme: dealers want solutions that help them do more with less.
Across all four tradeshows, we heard common priorities:
- Inventory visibility — knowing what’s available, where it’s located, and how to turn it faster
- Multi‑store coordination — continued interest in Lightspeed’s expanding multi‑store functionality
- Service efficiency — finding ways to reduce repair event cycle time
- Customer engagement — meeting buyers where they are, from text to e-commerce
- Profitability pressure — streamlining operations to reduce time waste and improve margins
These insights keep us grounded in our dealer‑first approach. They influence every enhancement, integration, and workflow improvement we release.
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What’s Next
Next Stop: Reno, NV for the NATDA Trailer Tech Expo! Come see us at booth #405
January was just the beginning — and with more events, product updates, and dealer training opportunities ahead, we’re gearing up for a big year. Whether you’re a long‑time Lightspeed partner or new to our ecosystem, we’re here to help simplify operations and support your growth.
Want to keep up with upcoming events and all things Lightspeed? Be sure to check out our YouTube channel and also register for our webinars.
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I have a feeling you won’t want to miss our 2026 Dealer Insights Series: Solutions for Today’s Dealerships 😉
Lightspeed
Lightspeed is a leading provider of cloud-based software for dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEMs”), serving the Powersport, Marine, RV, Trailer, Outdoor Power Equipment, and Golf Car industries. Lightspeed’s Dealer Management Solution (DMS) enables dealerships to optimize their end-to-end business operations, including sales, parts, service, rental, accounting, and CRM. When implemented into their daily operations, Lightspeed helps dealers increase their profitability by selling more units, service, and parts, all while creating a more streamlined experience for customers. For more than 40 years, Lightspeed has been empowering 4,500+ dealers across North America with the tools and technology they need to manage their dealerships. For more information, visit www.lightspeeddms.com.
