Hollywood Racks has acquired OttoLock, the American brand known for lightweight, compact bicycle locks, from Pacific Die Casting Corporation. The financial terms of the acquisition have not been disclosed.
Hollywood Racks specializes in vehicle-mounted bicycle carriers, while OttoLock makes portable locks designed for riders looking for a compact security solution during rides, short stops and everyday transportation. CEO Evan Nusbaum described OttoLock as the first step in a broader expansion of the company's product offerings, highlighting the brand's emphasis on lightweight designs and portability.
The transaction marks another change of ownership for OttoLock. In November 2025, OTTO DesignWorks sold the brand and its assets to Pacific Die Casting Corporation, its longtime manufacturing partner in Portland, Oregon. Just one year later, OttoLock is joining Hollywood Racks.
Hollywood Racks said new OttoLock products will launch in 2027. The company intends to continue developing the brand while using its existing international distribution network to expand availability beyond the United States. It has not revealed specifications, pricing or release dates for the upcoming products, and there is no confirmation of changes to locking mechanisms, materials or security ratings.
Existing OttoLock products remain available directly through Hollywood Racks and through Bicycle Technologies International (BTI), allowing dealers to continue ordering the current lineup. Sean Kneale, national sales manager at Hollywood Racks, has emphasized the importance of supporting retailers with inventory availability and sales assistance. Dealers can contact Hollywood Racks directly regarding orders, product support and warranty questions, although the company has not announced specific changes to warranty coverage for locks purchased before the acquisition.