Why I Joined the AAAA — and Why You Should Too (Visit me at Stand R06, Melbourne Expo in May)
Next year, in May 2026, I’ll be an exhibitor for the first time at the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Expo in Melbourne, and you’ll find me on Stand R06. I’m incredibly excited to meet installers, answer your questions, and show live demos of the 12-volt and 24-volt CODE SAFE immobiliser systems we distribute.
If you’re an installer looking to grow revenue, build technical skills, and increase customer trust, read on. Becoming an AAAA member and registering as a CODE SAFE installer could be one of the best business decisions you make this year.
Why the AAAA Matters for Installers
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) is the industry peak body for our sector. AAAA membership isn’t just a logo on your website—it’s real, practical value for independent and workshop installers.
Here are the benefits installers tell me they value most:
Credibility and Trust: AAAA membership signals to customers, fleet managers, and dealerships that you’re a legitimate, professional business that follows industry best practice. That makes it easier to win work and charge fair rates.
Industry Connections: Networking events, local chapters, and national conferences put you in direct contact with suppliers, wholesalers, and other pros. Those relationships save time and money.
Training and Technical Resources: AAAA links installers to certified technical courses, product updates, and compliance guidance—essential for safe, reliable immobiliser installation.
Business Support: Members tap into market data, business tools, model contracts, and advice on warranty, liability, and workplace regulations.
Advocacy & Standards: AAAA represents aftermarket businesses in policy discussions (regulatory changes, safety standards, overseas parts, etc.), so your voice is heard at the national level.
Marketing & Visibility: Members benefit from AAAA directories, dealer referrals, and promotional opportunities that help grow their local profile.
How CODE SAFE and LC Distributor Support YOUR Business
I represent CODE SAFE (vehicle immobiliser systems) and work closely with LC Distributor. We sell exclusively through professional channels—we DO NOT sell products to the general public, and we DO NOT sell online.
That’s a deliberate decision designed to protect you, the installer:
A protected sales channel means customers must come to you for professional installation (not buy a part online and attempt a DIY installation). That protects your installation fees and service income.
Because LC Distributor sells only to verified installers, you’re buying from a supplier that values the installer network: better pricing tiers, supported warranty pathways, and priority technical backup.
CODE SAFE units are engineered for both 12-volt (most passenger cars) and 24-volt (light commercial vehicles, trucks, RVs) electrical systems—one product family that broadens the range of vehicles you can service.
When you’re a registered installer, LC Distributor provides installation kits, wiring diagrams, firmware updates, and access to phone/remote support so you can complete installs faster and with peace of mind.
Why Become a CODE SAFE Registered Installer?
LC Distributor is building a national directory of registered CODE SAFE installers. Here’s why registering makes commercial sense:
Lead Generation: Prospective customers (private and commercial) will be directed to the installer list when they enquire about CODE SAFE protection in their area.
Competitive Advantage: Being on a national installers list differentiates you from non-certified competitors.
Training & Certification: Access to guided installation training reduces mistakes, callbacks, and customer dissatisfaction—and that means better reviews and repeat business.
Warranty & Support: Registered installers benefit from structured warranty handling and faster replacement/repair flows when a product needs attention.
Volume Purchasing Confidence: Knowing LC Distributor doesn’t sell to the public gives you confidence to stock and recommend CODE SAFE units, knowing it won’t undercut your installation job.
Marketing Support: Use CODE SAFE and LC Distributor assets—brochures, signage, and co-branded materials—to market professional security upgrades to your customers.
What to Expect from the Expo (and Where to Find Me)
If you’re in Melbourne for the Expo in May, make a point of dropping by Stand R06.
I’ll be demonstrating the CODE SAFE 12V and 24V units, showing how the systems integrate with common vehicle architectures, and explaining the installer onboarding process step by step.
Stop by and you’ll see:
Live hands-on demo installs
The difference between a customer buying an off-the-shelf alarm versus professional immobiliser installation
How we protect installers’ margins by restricting retail/online sales
How to join our national registered installer list (and what the requirements are)
How AAAA membership complements this model—credibility, training, and business growth
How to Get Started
If this sounds like a good fit for your business, here’s a simple path to get started:
Visit the CODE SAFE IMMOBILISER | LC Distributors at Stand R06 (Expo in Melbourne, May) or contact us directly after the show.
Ask about the CODE SAFE Registered Installer Program—we’ll outline training sessions, kit options, and pricing.
Join the AAAA (if you’re not a member already). The AAAA website has membership categories for workshops, sole traders, and suppliers.
Final Thoughts
The aftermarket and vehicle security sector is competitive, and customers expect both technical competence and peace of mind. Joining the AAAA and registering as a CODE SAFE installer combines reputation, training, and supplier protection—a powerful mix that can deliver a reliable new revenue stream for your workshop.
If you’re attending the Expo, come and say hello at Stand R06—I’d love to meet you, demonstrate the system, and talk about how CODE SAFE, LC Distributor, and AAAA membership can work together to grow your business in your LGA – ( Local Government Area )
If you can’t make the show but would like more info now, please reply to this post or email me, and I’ll get back to you with the next steps.
See you in Melbourne — Stand R06.
