Restylers United Prepares for Its Semi-Annual Summit
Leaders in the restyling industry will gather in Chicago to discuss the latest automotive trends, emerging products, operational strategies & market insights…
Restylers United, a national network of automotive aftermarket professionals, will host its Semi-Annual Summit from Sept. 10–12, 2025, in Chicago, Illinois. This event will bring together 15 of the top automotive restylers from across the United States for three days of collaboration, innovation and strategic discussion, stated officials from the organization in a press release.
This year’s summit will be hosted by DPS Automotive Group, one of the Midwest’s premier automotive restyling operations based in Arlington Heights, Illinois. DPS Automotive has been recognized as a leader in retail, fleet, and dealership upfitting, and brings deep industry knowledge and hospitality to this high-level gathering, noted the release.
Agenda & Goals of the Restylers United Semi-Annual Summit
The summit serves as a closed-door think tank where industry leaders come together to discuss the latest automotive trends, emerging products, operational strategies and market insights that are shaping the future of the aftermarket industry.
Hosted by DPS Automotive Group, this year’s event will include:
- Facility tours of industry-leading manufacturers and restyling operations.
- Roundtable discussions on product innovations and business growth.
- Workshops focusing on operational efficiency, digital tools and customer experience.
- Networking events to build deeper connections within the elite restyling community.
“This is more than just a meeting—it’s a collaborative summit designed to elevate the entire industry,” said Tom Waitzman, president of DPS Automotive Group and host of this year’s summit. “Each attendee brings a unique perspective and track record of success, which makes this event a true incubator for innovation.”
The summit will kick off with a welcome reception and facility tour at DPS Automotive in Arlington Heights, followed by a visit to WeatherGuard’s manufacturing plant in Crystal Lake, Illinois. Two full days of meetings and workshops will be held at the host hotel, offering a productive and forward-thinking agenda for attendees.
