19 www.aftermarketonline.net DECEMBER/JANUARY 2026 The 2025 Top Awards concluded in spectacular style on November 15, bringing together the UK’s leading garages, technicians, and apprentices for a day of fierce competition, innovation, and celebration. At the Delphi Academy in Warwick, Top Garage finalists faced their final in-person assessments, presenting their businesses, leadership strategies, and customer service ethos to a panel of expert judges. Meanwhile, Top Technician and Top Apprentice finalists tackled demanding, timed practical challenges designed to test technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and professional conduct under real-world pressures. Trade visitors from across the UK were invited to experience the finals firsthand, exploring the academy’s workshop floor, meeting Top Awards sponsors, and discovering the latest tools, products, and services from Snap-on, Delphi, LKQ Euro Car Parts, TOPDON, JLM Lubricants, VARTA, Garage Hive, Garage Services Online, and Mechanic Mindset. The event also featured a popular on-site burger van, where visitors enjoyed a Big Breakfast meal while supporting the automotive industry charity, Ben. In partnership with the Otley Burger Company, Ben said all proceeds would help to fund vital wellbeing initiatives for those working in the sector. The day’s excitement culminated at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Coventry, where the gala dinner and awards ceremony celebrated winners across all categories. The evening was a deeply emotional occasion, reflecting months of intense preparation and competition. Finalists savoured the recognition of their hard work while cheering on their peers, creating an atmosphere of camaraderie and mutual support. Across all categories, the room buzzed with pride, underscoring just how much the Top Awards mean to those who dedicate themselves to excellence in the UK automotive industry. $ GD\ ᎮW IRU RXU FKDPSLRQV Top Garage Mobile Mechanic: Cleevely EV Mobile 1-3 employees: The GarageWarmington 4-6 employees: JGG Automotive 7-9 employees: LawsonAutoTech Ltd 10+ employees: 2OGÀHOGV *DUDJH 6HUYLFHV /WG Multi-site: CCM Service advisor: Nicci Young, Millers Garage Newbury Ben Workplace Health & Safety Award: D&D Autos Ashford Ltd. Top Technician Winner – David Weston, KIA UK Runner-up –John Hall, John HallAuto Electrician. Top Apprentice Winner – &LDQ *ULIÀWKV (XUR 3HUIRUPDQFH Top Awards review
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