The dramatic end of the BonChon Meet came as a warning to other DMV car meet hosts. Chris Tress of the DMV Horsepower group that meets weekly, posted this warning:

“To those coming out tonight. After the meet getting shut down out of Woodbridge, Va we’ve heard rumblings that some of those people are makin their way down to our meet tonight. If you would like this meet to continue please police each other. No revving your shit. No loud ass stereos. No fuckboi attitudes. This is an awesome meet and we want to keep it that way. If anyone has a problem with that please come and find me and we can discuss your future with attending any future dmvhp meets. I have ZERO problems with calling the police if shit gets out of hand. We’ve got a great relationship with the police and we will keep it that way. No burnouts IN THE PARKING LOT. BWW doesn’t own any of the roads or care what happens off the parking lot so have at it. No stupid crap in the parking lot”

Chris’s goal as described in the group’s description is one that is working to change the way law enforcement and property managers view car meets and their attendees. His goal is to create synergy between the different parties who can then view the car meets as an income stream rather than a liability.

“All events are sanctioned with approval from property owners, so you don’t have to worry about getting kicked out of the meet for loitering like so many other meets. DMVHP works with local communities and law enforcement to change the way they see the car culture as a whole. While we cant speak for everyone, we strive to maintain a relaxed atmosphere at our meets. So please, when attending our shows/meets, please come with respect to the property owners and fellow car enthusiasts. No burnouts(on the property), No revving engines, No loud ass stereos…etc. You guys know the drill. Lets get out there and have some fun.”