Mastering the automotive universe
A shift in motion and mindset.
Big picture: the world of automotive is changing
The automotive aftermarket is changing fast. Electrification. Advanced diagnostics. New vehicle management systems. For independent workshops, this creates both opportunity and pressure. Technicians don’t just need components, they need practical solutions, innovative tools, and the right knowledge, training, and support to use them. With their evolved offering, Delphi was perfectly positioned to provide everything a workshop could need. We just had to find a way to tell the story and make it heard.
The challenge: shifting gears and perceptions
Traditionally seen as a parts provider, Delphi Technologies saw an opportunity to shift perceptions – from supplier to sidekick, vendor to partner. Delphi’s mission was to become the preferred choice of technicians looking for solutions that would help them with the challenges faced today and tomorrow. Not just parts, but diagnostics, training and expert, peer-led support for the whole journey.
Our solution: empowering master mechanics
Audience research revealed three areas where Delphi could deliver real value: training, diagnostics and technical support. The campaign needed to amplify these strengths, but it couldn’t be a one-off. It had it be global, multilingual, and always-on – a platform that worked as hard as the technicians it was built for. The result was Masters of Motion – a bold new brand position built to empower technicians. Not by claiming the title, but by helping them earn it.
Authenticity led the launch, with real technicians front and centre. A digital hub became the engine: how-to videos, technical guides, EV insights and expert content designed to solve real workshop challenges. Continuously refreshed and amplified across channels, Masters of Motion rolled out in 12 countries and 7 languages as an evolving, long-term programme.
Outcomes: mission mastered
Through 10 million social impressions, 46k social engagements, 200k YouTube plays, 100k website visits and a total reach of 65 million, this award-winning campaign boosted brand recognition, increased product demand and drove YoY sales up 19%.
Most importantly, perception began to shift. For years, Delphi had been seen primarily as a parts provider. Masters of Motion repositioned the brand as a trusted partner – a brand that listens, supports, and empowers. That change in perception marked a decisive move forward, aligning Delphi’s identity with its long-term strategic goals – a truly transformative shift from parts supplier to trusted aftermarket solutions partner.
19
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YoY sales increase
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website visits
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YouTube plays
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social engagements
“Masters of Motion has been a game-changer for our Delphi brand. It has elevated us from being seen as simply a quality parts provider to a true partner in the aftermarket. The content and execution have transformed how technicians and the wider industry view our brand, making us more relevant, more trusted and more influential than ever before.”
