The clock is ticking for two of the most prestigious competitions in the UK automotive aftermarket, with entries for Top Garage and Top Apprentice set to close at midnight on Monday, 30 June. Garage owners and rising stars of the trade are being urged to act now for their chance to gain national recognition and join a celebrated network of industry leaders.
Organised alongside the already-closed 2025 Top Technician competition, both awards form part of the Top Awards series – a programme that honours excellence across all corners of the vehicle service and repair sector.
“The Top Awards are about more than trophies, they’re about shining a spotlight on the skill, dedication, and innovation that drive our industry forward,” said Ryan Fuller, Managing Director at the Top Awards. “Whether it’s an experienced technician, a thriving independent garage, or an apprentice just starting out, these competitions celebrate excellence at every level and provide a powerful platform to raise standards, inspire others, and showcase the very best.”
Top Garage is considered one of the industry’s ultimate benchmarks for professionalism and performance. Open to businesses of all sizes – from solo mobile mechanics to large, multi-site operations – the competition offers insight, feedback, and the opportunity to stand out on a national stage. Additional categories include Top Service Advisor and the BEN Workplace Health & Wellbeing Award, recognising those who go above and beyond in customer care and staff wellbeing.
Top Apprentice, new for 2025, turns the spotlight on the next generation of technicians. Open to Level 2 and Level 3 apprentices based in the UK, the competition is designed to celebrate talent, technical ability, and real-world problem-solving skills.
Top Garage and Top Apprentice each begin with two online rounds, featuring a mix of multiple-choice and open-ended questions designed to test industry knowledge, decision-making, and practical insight. Finalists from both competitions will then come together with Top Technician contenders for the grand finals at Delphi Academy, Warwick, on 15 November.
Finals Day will see the industry’s top talent put through their paces in a series of interviews and hands-on challenges, overseen by a panel of respected experts. The excitement will build to a fitting climax later that evening, with a gala dinner and awards ceremony where this year’s champions will be revealed at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Coventry.
“The Top Garage, Top Apprentice, and Top Technician competitions are truly unique in the industry,” said Luke Garratt of Delphi Academy. “These competitions demand real commitment and hard work from all entrants. The rigorous testing, the practical challenges, and the expert evaluations bring a rare opportunity for individuals and businesses to truly prove themselves, and that’s what makes these awards so special.”
