Automotive Aftermarket Leader Mars Performance Extends Digital Marketing Partnership with LTBS as SEO, Paid Media, and Performance Marketing Drive Multi-Market Growth

Adam Baodunnov
Adam Baodunnov
Partnership Announcement
May 1, 2026
3-4 minutes
Automotive Aftermarket Leader Mars Performance Extends Digital Marketing Partnership with LTBS as SEO, Paid Media, and Performance Marketing Drive Multi-Market Growth

Strengthening a Proven Partnership: Mars Performance Renews with LTBS for Continued Growth

In the world of automotive aftermarket accessories world, long-term partnerships are not built on promises, but they are earned through consistent results, strategic evolution, and trust.

We’re proud to announce that Mars Performance, one of Australia’s leading automotive aftermarket brands, has officially renewed its partnership with Local Threads Brand Solution (LTBS) for another six months. This extension marks a significant milestone: two years of continuous collaboration focused on scaling growth and driving measurable performance,  now spanning both the Australian market and Mars Performance’s New Zealand website, which is also managed by LTBS.

From Performance Execution to Full-Funnel Growth

When Mars Performance first partnered with LTBS, the focus was clearly to build a strong digital foundation through Paid Search, Paid Ads, Content and SEO.

Over the past two years, that foundation has evolved into a high-performing, data-driven ecosystem designed to capture demand, convert traffic, and maximise ROI across channels across multiple markets, including the management and optimisation of Mars Performance’s New Zealand website.

This renewal signals more than just continuity, it reflects confidence in LTBS’s ability to consistently deliver outcomes that matter.

Expanding the Growth Engine

As part of the renewed agreement, Mars Performance has expanded its service scope with LTBS to include:

  1. Reddit Advertising: tapping into highly engaged niche communities to drive targeted awareness and conversion
  2. Geo-Targeted Campaigns: refining localised strategies to capture high-intent audiences with precision

This strategic expansion reflects a shift toward more diversified, channel-specific growth strategies, a necessary move in an increasingly competitive digital landscape.

Why This Matters

Most agency-client relationships plateau after initial wins. This one didn’t. The continued investment from Mars Performance highlights three key factors:

  1. Consistent Performance Delivery: Assurance that real results come from sustained growth, not short-term spikes 
  2. Strategic Agility: Adapting channels and tactics as the market evolves
  3. Integrated Execution: Aligning SEO, paid media, and emerging platforms into a cohesive system

This is what separates transactional engagements from real growth partnerships.

What’s Next

With new channels now in play, the focus shifts toward scaling what works and testing what’s next. The roadmap includes:

  1. Deeper audience segmentation across Reddit
  2. Enhanced geo-targeting strategies for conversion optimisation
  3. Continued refinement of SEO and paid media synergy

The objective is simple: compound growth through smarter systems and not just increased ad spend.

A Partnership Built on Results

Reaching the two-year mark is not accidental, it’s the outcome of disciplined strategy, transparent collaboration, and relentless optimisation.

At LTBS, we don’t measure success by campaign launches. We measure it by longevity, scalability, and the ability to evolve alongside our clients.

Mars Performance is a clear example of what happens when both sides commit to performance-first thinking.

And we’re just getting started!

If you’re looking to build a growth system that delivers sustained, measurable results and not short-term wins—let’s talk and build a system designed for long-term growth!

About Local Threads Brand Solution (LTBS)

Local Threads Brand Solution (LTBS) is a performance-driven digital marketing agency specialising in SEO, paid media, and full-funnel growth strategies for eCommerce and service-based businesses. With a strong focus on data, systems, and long-term scalability, LTBS helps brands build integrated marketing ecosystems that drive measurable results across channels. Operating across Australia and international markets, LTBS partners with businesses to deliver sustained growth through strategic execution, continuous optimisation, and performance-led thinking.

About Mars Performance

Mars Performance is a leading Australian automotive aftermarket brand specialising in performance and styling upgrades, including LED lighting, body kits, and vehicle accessories. Founded in 2005 and based in Melbourne, Mars Performance serves a growing customer base across Australia and New Zealand through its eCommerce platform and installation services. Known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and customer experience, the brand continues to expand its presence in the automotive aftermarket industry through product development and digital growth.