
DECADES of Excellence
Our history
- 1987
Madison Auto Trim is started by Ron Stevens. Ron is a one-man show for years. He would stock his van with all the tools to provide door-to-door services and install over 10,000 sunroofs!
- 1997
The first retail location opens a few blocks off the Capitol on East Washington Avenue. Madison Auto Trim takes over all the detailing services for all Don Miller locations. Retail detailing and sales begin.
- 1998
Don Miller opens a new West Side Location and Chad Stevens becomes General Manager for their detailing department.
- 2001
Madison Auto Trim moves into its current 18,000 square foot location off High Crossing Blvd. Tim Stevens becomes General Manager of the East Side Location. Services expand to body repair, painting, vehicle accessories, and MAT opens its first retail showroom.
- 2005
MAT Spray-in Bedliners are started and become a daily staple next to Rustproofing and Detailing.
- 2008
FIrst website is developed. Sales and dealer accounts continue growing, along with the retail customer base.
- 2012
MAT partners with IAS and starts offering several new electronic product lines to its service menu.
- 2016
Dealer accounts grow rapidly. Shuttle drivers and 10 fleet vehicles are added to service the dealer accounts.
- 2018
MAT has grown to servicing hundreds of car dealer accounts, construction companies, city municipalities, and has established a large retail customer base.
- Mar 2019
(COVID begins) The dark years. All MAT-serviced dealerships run out of inventory, creating a major struggle for survival. New partnerships are built and Madison Fleet Works and Boat Works of Madison are founded.
- Dec 2023
The dark years end.
- 2024
Inventory returns to dealerships and Madison Auto Trim makes a comeback in vehicle protection services. Boat Works has tripled it's revenue every year since launch. Madison Fleet Works forges new partnerships with the City of Madison.
- 2026
Madison Auto Trim grows its digital presence. Websites are reworked and new campaigns are created. MAT partners with ESPN Madison and returns to local automotive shows. Sales and dealer accounts flourish, and the company continues to expand its reach throughout the Madison area.
Meet Our Leads

OWNER & CEO
TIM STEVENS

SHOP FOREMAN
BUD MEARS

GENERAL MANAGER
CHRISTOPHER GUHL

SALES MANAGER
DARRIN GRAHAM

DETAILING MANAGER
BART BOYD

MARKETING DIRECTOR
CAMERON QUIMBY

Madison Auto Trim has been upgrading and protecting Wisconsin vehicles since 1987. Serving Madison, Dane County, and communities throughout southern Wisconsin, we've been a trusted destination for vehicle protection, customization, and appearance services. From rustproofing and spray-in bed liners to custom seating solutions, complete detailing packages, and hundreds of aftermarket accessories, our team has delivered high quality automotive services for over 40 years!
Our experienced team works on cars, trucks, SUVs, and commercial vehicles, helping Wisconsin drivers protect their rides from road salt and corrosion, enhance their interiors, and add practical accessories that make every vehicle more useful and comfortable. With decades of experience and a commitment to quality workmanship, we continue to provide the products and services Wisconsin vehicle owners rely on year after year!
