Real-World Product Education • Industry Influence • Content That Builds Trust
Today’s RV consumer researches before they buy, watches before they trust, and often turns to experienced repair professionals before believing traditional advertising.
That is where California RV Specialists and Dustin Simpson offer something different.
This is not studio-created influencer content.
This is real-world repair-based product education, field-tested product feedback, and trusted media created inside a working RV repair facility.
We help manufacturers, suppliers, aftermarket brands and industry partners connect with RV owners through authentic content built on credibility.
For media, product collaboration or brand partnership inquiries call 209-263-7040.
Why Brands Work With California RV Specialists
Real-World Product Exposure Most Influencers Never See
Products are often marketed when they are new.
We often see them years later:
- After real-world use
- After environmental exposure
- After vibration and wear cycles
- After installation errors surface
- After warranty failures begin appearing
- After consumers modify or misuse products
That perspective is different.
And valuable.
We help brands understand not just how products launch—
But how they perform.
Product Content Creation Services For Brands
We can assist with media and content support including:
Product Demonstration Videos
Show products through practical real-world education.
Installation & How-To Content
Technical product education built around correct installation methods.
Product Reviews & Field Testing Feedback
Real-world product observations from repair-based exposure.
Short Form Social Media Content
Reels, short-form product clips, product launches and campaign support.
Long Form YouTube Educational Content
Detailed educational content built around products and applications.
Technical Articles & Product Support Content
Support guides, educational articles and product awareness content.
Brand Awareness Campaigns
Help introduce products to engaged RV owners through trusted educational media.
More Than “Influencer Marketing”
We offer more than promotional posts.
Potential collaborations may include:
- Product launches
- Product education campaigns
- Field testing feedback
- Product consulting input
- Dealer or consumer training support
- Trade show collaboration
- Content licensing opportunities
- Affiliate and performance partnerships
- Co-branded educational campaigns
Many brands today are moving toward long-term creator partnerships and consulting-style collaborations rather than one-off influencer promotions.
That aligns well with how we work.
Why Brands Value Repair-Based Content
Repair-driven content can help brands:
- Build consumer trust
- Reduce misuse and installation errors
- Improve product education
- Reduce warranty exposure
- Increase consumer confidence
- Support product adoption
- Generate authentic product visibility
Trust converts.
And authenticity often outperforms traditional advertising.
Our Audience Reach
California RV Specialists reaches RV owners through multiple channels including:
- YouTube: 23,000+ subscribers and millions of views
- Facebook communities reaching hundreds of thousands of RV owners
- Industry articles and educational publishing
- Email audience and newsletter distribution
- Multi-platform social media reach
- Retail and repair facility exposure to active RV owners
We help place products in front of highly engaged RV consumers.
Dustin creates content consumers actually watch, trust, share, and respond to.
Standard Billing Rates
| Service Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Social Media Ad Posts | $350/hr |
| Ad Articles / Service Bulletins / Recall Notices | $350/hr |
| Video Content (YouTube / TikTok / Facebook / Instagram) | $350/hr |
Example Pricing Framework
| Service Package | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Base Product Video + Article Package (1 video + 1 article + 1 social clip) | $500 – $1,000 |
| Full Campaign Package (multi-video, articles, reels, dealer/tech training content, repurposing rights) | $2,000 – $10,000+ |
| Monthly Brand Ambassador / Series Engagement (exclusive category + usage rights) | $2,000 – $5,000+ per month + optional performance bonuses |
| Usage Rights for Paid Ads / Exclusive Category Use | +10% premium on baseline rate |
Content Creation During Plant Evaluation Visits (Optional Add-On)
Content can also be created during on-site manufacturer production visits.
This can include:
- Filming key build or assembly processes
- Component integration review
- Engineering explanation & educational commentary (non-confidential)
- Design validation segments for owner education
- Educational non-litigation based media
All content creation is quoted separately based on scope and planned deliverables.
Travel & On-Site Filming Rates
| Travel Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Travel by Car | $350/hr + rental car reimbursement (fuel, insurance, parking, tolls) |
| Travel by Air | $350/hr + Business or First Class airfare (direct / non-stop preferred) |
| Overnight Stays | $500/night + lodging |
Confidentiality Assurance
All pre-release products, engineering discussions, design reviews, and strategic conversations remain strictly confidential unless specifically approved by the manufacturer for public media use.
About Dustin & Ashley
Dustin and Ashley Simpson own and operate California RV Specialists in Lodi, California — an independent RV repair facility serving RV owners since 2003. CALRV does not sell RVs. Their focus is inspection, maintenance, upgrades, structural evaluation, repair, and real-world failure analysis.
Ashley holds a B.A. in Business Administration from Simpson University and oversees operations, HR, accounting, scheduling, customer service, media management and content production.
Dustin has served the RV ecosystem as:
- RV Technician (shop + mobile)
- Warranty & Parts Administrator
- Service Manager
- Instructor / Trainer
- Brand Ambassador
- Content Creator
- Author
- Business Owner
- RV Expert Witness
He has inspected thousands of RVs and has consulted directly with OEMs regarding engineering revisions, design improvements, and warranty mitigation based on real-world failure patterns.
Industry Consulting & Product Feedback
Beyond media, we may assist with:
- Product feedback from field experience
- Design improvement observations
- Consumer use insights
- Installation process feedback
- Repairability considerations
- Warranty trend observations
Sometimes the best product feedback comes from the repair side.
Why Work With California RV Specialists?
Because this is not hypothetical content.
It comes from a working repair facility.
Brands often value:
- Real-world credibility
- Technical depth
- Trusted educational voice
- Authentic consumer reach
- Product feedback grounded in field experience
We focus on helping good products earn long-term trust.
Partnership Opportunities
We welcome discussions involving:
- Sponsored content
- Product collaborations
- Affiliate partnerships
- Brand ambassador opportunities
- Educational media partnerships
- Industry consulting opportunities
We are open to exploring what may make sense for both parties.
Let’s Talk About Your Product Or Brand
If your company is looking for authentic RV industry media support, product education, field testing feedback or strategic brand collaboration, we would be happy to discuss it.
Contact California RV Specialists today.
California RV Specialists
200 S. Cherokee Lane
Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: (209) 263-7040
Email: ashley@calrvspecialists.com
Website: www.calrvspecialists.com
Ready to Collaborate?
If you are a product manufacturer, component supplier, RV brand, or engineering/marketing division — and you want credible, real-world content that drives trust — Dustin is available for select professional engagements nationwide.
When reaching out, please include:
- Brand / Company Name
- Primary Contact & Direct Phone
- Product Category / Component Type
- Desired Media Format (video, article, reels, hybrid)
- Public Facing or Internal Only
A short discovery call will be scheduled to determine scope, expectations, confidentiality structure, and travel logistics prior to booking.
Build trust through transparency — and let real world RV experience tell your story.