Projects
Nine Lions Mobile Car & Truck Wash at the Memphis International Auto Show 2024
- Project Overview
Successful collaboration with Show Fleet to provide meticulous, timely, on-site detailing for display vehicles at the auto show. The project required seamless planning, communication, and execution from Nine Lions’ leadership and detail teams.
- Key Meetings and Strategy
Initial Coordination: Strategic meetings with Show Fleet leadership to define the project scope, scale, logistics, and timeline. Contract details, service-level agreements (SLAs), and on-site requirements were finalized.
On-Site Logistics: Nine Lions leaders conducted a walkthrough of the Renasant Convention Center with Show Fleet to plan mobile unit placement and manage power and water access.
Witness a meticulous wheel detail from a Nine Lions Mobile Car and Truck wash technician at the Memphis International Auto Show 2024
Vehicle-Specific Planning: Team leaders assigned specific vehicles to detailers and created a plan for every car, noting its condition and required services.
Technique and Product Selection: The team met to choose specific products and techniques for different vehicles, ensuring flawless results and a “wet look” finish.
Quality Control & Execution: Daily team briefings and on-site huddles were held to coordinate tasks, review the timeline, and perform final inspections. A designated on-site team handled last-minute touch-ups during the event to maintain a professional appearance.
Post-Event Debrief: A final meeting reviewed successes and identified areas for future improvement. This step solidifies the partnership and showcases a commitment to continuous excellence.
- Outcome
Through outstanding leadership and precise execution
The Nine Lions detailing process for the Memphis International Auto Show
- Project Overview
On-site team deployment: The Nine Lions team arrived at the convention center fully equipped. Detailers immediately began their vehicle-by-vehicle inspections, assessing each car’s surface under the venue’s specific lighting to identify any imperfections or transport-related damage.
Multistage paint correction: The detailers executed a meticulous, multi-stage paint correction process. They systematically decontaminated each vehicle with chemical treatments and clay bars to achieve a perfectly smooth surface. With specialized machine polishers, they then moved from aggressive compounds to fine polishes, precisely removing swirls, scratches, and water spots.
Application of ceramic coatings: Following paint correction, the team applied high-end ceramic coatings. This protected the paint and produced a deep, mirror-like gloss and vibrant color, ensuring each vehicle had a stunning and durable showroom finish.
Final presentation detailing: The work extended beyond the paint. The detailers flawlessly polished all chrome, dressed tires to a deep black, and performed meticulous interior detailing. Every surface was cleaned and inspected to ensure a flawless presentation.
Final touch-ups and quality control: A small, specialized team remained on-site for final touch-ups, quickly wiping away fingerprints, dust, and smudges as vehicles were moved into place on the show floor.
Arthur Holt’s direct oversight ensured perfection
Arthur Holt, the owner of Nine Lions Mobile Car & Truck Wash, personally oversaw the detailing of every vehicle. He conducted his own final inspections on each car, scrutinizing every finish under the show lights. This final layer of quality assurance ensured that the meticulous level of quality Nine Lions is known for was achieved and that every vehicle met the highest possible standard for the show. His hands-on leadership guaranteed that the outcome on every vehicle met or exceeded the expectations for a premier corporate event.
Nine Lions Becomes Show Fleet’s Official Detailer
- Meeting Summary
Following the Memphis International Auto Show, a highly successful after-event meeting was held between the senior leadership of Nine Lions Mobile Car Wash and Show Fleet. The meeting served as a post-mortem review of the car show services, culminating in Show Fleet’s decision to make Nine Lions their official detailer for future events.
The meeting was a prime example of a successful post-event debrief, focusing on feedback, accomplishments, and future strategy.
Positive feedback: Show Fleet leadership was extremely satisfied with the level of service provided by Nine Lions. They specifically praised the exceptional quality of the detailing, the professionalism of the team, and the efficiency with which the high volume of vehicles was handled.
- Operational Review
A review of the overall process highlighted several key successes. Nine Lions’ mobile operation was commended for its flexibility and seamless integration into the fast-paced auto show environment. The ability to detail vehicles on-site with minimal disruption was a significant benefit for Show Fleet.
Celebrating success: Nine Lions leadership, in turn, expressed their appreciation for the opportunity and the smooth working relationship with the Show Fleet team. The meeting was also a chance to celebrate the hard work of both teams that contributed to the event’s success.
Formalizing the partnership: The discussion advanced from a post-event review to a forward-looking strategy. Impressed by the quality and professionalism, Show Fleet leadership extended an offer to Nine Lions to become their official detailer for the Memphis International Auto Show for the future. This solidified a long-term partnership built on trust and excellent performance.
- Outcome and Future Outlook
The meeting successfully formalized a mutually beneficial partnership, securing Nine Lions’ position as a preferred vendor and allowing Show Fleet to ensure a consistently high-quality appearance for their auto show vehicles. For Nine Lions, this outcome represents a major win, as it guarantees repeat business and provides a strong reference for future high-profile corporate clients. For Show Fleet, it guarantees the continuation of the superior detailing service that impressed them during the auto show.
The pressure was on to deliver a flawless, showroom-quality finish for the Memphis International Auto Show. Our client, Showfleet, was more than satisfied with the high-end detailing Nine Lions Mobile Car Wash provided. Listen to their feedback in this exclusive testimonial! 💎”