22nd July 2026
REDARC celebrated five years of REDNetwork with its biggest conference yet, bringing members together at the iconic Adelaide Oval from Sunday 12 July to Tuesday 14 July 2026.
Launched in 2021, REDNetwork was created to connect trusted auto electrical businesses committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences with REDARC products. Five years on, the network had grown to 114 member businesses across a multinational group of experienced, qualified and trusted professionals.
The 2026 REDNetwork Conference marked a significant milestone for the program, with more than 100 registered attendees taking part in three days of networking, industry insights, product training and business development opportunities.
This year’s conference was proudly supported by NAPA Auto Parts, CoolDrive Auto Parts and JAS Auto Electrical Parts, with REDARC’s community partner Orange Sky Australia, also in attendance. Reinforcing REDARC’s focus on strengthening relationships between REDNetwork members and key industry partners.
Held at Adelaide Oval, the program featured presentations from REDARC Managing Director Anthony Kittel AM, Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association CEO Stuart Charity, The Automotive Technician Founding Director Jeff Smit, and senior representatives from NAPA, CoolDrive and JAS. Guest speakers Ian Stephens and Peter Alexander also shared insights on performance, business growth and the strategic value of a certified installer network.
Across the two-day conference program, attendees heard updates on REDARC’s business direction, future product roadmap, REDNetwork developments, market positioning and distributor partnerships. Members also had the opportunity to provide direct feedback on new and future REDARC products to the teams responsible for their development.
A key feature of the 2026 program was an offsite training experience at Coopers Brewery, where members took part in product training while connecting with peers in one of Adelaide’s most recognised venues. The conference also included welcome drinks, networking opportunities, a dinner & quiz night at The Guardsman, and the annual REDNetwork Gala Dinner and Awards.
For members who extended their stay, an optional REDARC facility tour was held on Wednesday 15 July, offering an up-close look at REDARC’s advanced manufacturing and testing capabilities
at Lonsdale. The 2026 conference reflected the continued growth of REDNetwork and REDARC’s ongoing commitment to supporting its members through training, collaboration, industry connection and business development.
As REDNetwork entered its fifth year, the program further strengthened its position as a trusted community of local REDARC experts, providing REDARC, its partners and the wider network with an important opportunity to build on strong industry relationships and work together to shape a future defined by industry-leading service.
Learn more about the REDNetwork here.
