We recently welcomed a number of CLUB909 members to the 09Design Midlands HQ for an exclusive invite-only event focused around something that sits at the heart of what we do - community feedback.
The afternoon gave members the opportunity to not only meet the 09Design team face-to-face, but also gain a closer look into how our future products are developed, discussed and ultimately brought to life.
After everyone arrived, the event kicked off with introductions from the team, where each member of staff shared a little about
their background and extensive experience across the automotive aftermarket, design and manufacturing industries. From product development and engineering through to manufacturing and vehicle modification, it was a great chance for members to put names to faces and learn more about the people behind the brand.
One of the highlights of the day followed shortly after, as a trolley loaded with brand new products, development parts and rapid prototypes was rolled into the room. Tim and Nick (we were going to wheel him out in a box as well #witb), then talked members through what the next 3-4 months of the 09D product roadmap currently looks like, discussing upcoming releases, ideas in development and the thought process behind them.
More importantly though, this was a genuine opportunity for CLUB909 members to have their input.
Throughout the session, members were encouraged to share feedback, discuss ideas, comment on prototypes being passed around and talk openly about what products, upgrades or options they’d love to see added to the line-up in the future. These conversations are incredibly valuable to us, because they help shape the direction of future products and ensure we continue developing upgrades that enthusiasts genuinely want.
For those who hadn’t visited before, the afternoon also included a tour of both the design offices and manufacturing facility - giving members an insight into the journey from initial concept through to finished product. Seeing ideas move from sketches and CAD designs into physical components ready for customer cars always makes for an interesting part of the visit and reinforces the amount of work, testing and development that goes into every product we produce (more often than not in-house).
After everyone arrived, the event kicked off with introductions from the team, where each member of staff shared a little about
their background and extensive experience across the automotive aftermarket, design and manufacturing industries. From product development and engineering through to manufacturing and vehicle modification, it was a great chance for members to put names to faces and learn more about the people behind the brand.
One of the highlights of the day followed shortly after, as a trolley loaded with brand new products, development parts and rapid prototypes was rolled into the room. Tim and Nick (we were going to wheel him out in a box as well #witb), then talked members through what the next 3-4 months of the 09D product roadmap currently looks like, discussing upcoming releases, ideas in development and the thought process behind them.
More importantly though, this was a genuine opportunity for CLUB909 members to have their input.
Throughout the session, members were encouraged to share feedback, discuss ideas, comment on prototypes being passed around and talk openly about what products, upgrades or options they’d love to see added to the line-up in the future. These conversations are incredibly valuable to us, because they help shape the direction of future products and ensure we continue developing upgrades that enthusiasts genuinely want.
For those who hadn’t visited before, the afternoon also included a tour of both the design offices and manufacturing facility - giving members an insight into the journey from initial concept through to finished product. Seeing ideas move from sketches and CAD designs into physical components ready for customer cars always makes for an interesting part of the visit and reinforces the amount of work, testing and development that goes into every product we produce (more often than not in-house).
The event was then rounded off with food, drinks and plenty more conversation between customers and the 09D team before the group headed over to Caffeine & Machine for an evening of even more socialising, car talk and - for those not driving home - a well-earned Friday pint.
Beyond discussing products and future developments, the event was also a reminder of why so many of us got into vehicle modification in the first place. Cars have always been about more than just parts - they’re about community, shared enthusiasm, meeting like-minded people and enjoying the social side of the automotive world.
A huge thank you to everyone who attended, shared feedback and spent the afternoon with us. We’re already looking forward to hosting more CLUB909 feedback events like this in the future, so keep an eye on your inbox for the next one and help us shape what comes next!
Still thinking about joining CLUB909? Find out more about the perks of membership here...
The event was then rounded off with food, drinks and plenty more conversation between customers and the 09D team before the group headed over to Caffeine & Machine for an evening of even more socialising, car talk and - for those not driving home - a well-earned Friday pint.
Beyond discussing products and future developments, the event was also a reminder of why so many of us got into vehicle modification in the first place. Cars have always been about more than just parts - they’re about community, shared enthusiasm, meeting like-minded people and enjoying the social side of the automotive world.
A huge thank you to everyone who attended, shared feedback and spent the afternoon with us. We’re already looking forward to hosting more CLUB909 feedback events like this in the future, so keep an eye on your inbox for the next one and help us shape what comes next!
Still thinking about joining CLUB909? Find out more about the perks of membership here...
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