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CARS Shop of the Year 2025

CARS Shop of the Year 2025

Know an ASP worthy of recognition? Nominate them now for the prestigious Shop of the Year Award, sponsored by Milwaukee!

We want to recognize an auto repair shop that has captured the imagination of the community with its unique approach to customer service, dedication to excellence, training and improving the image of our industry.

Tell us their story:

  • What makes this shop special?
  • How are they going above and beyond for their customers?
  • How are they standing out from their competitors?
  • How have they innovated over the last year?

Do they have any of the following?

  • Programs that deliver exceptional results
  • Marketing efforts that set it apart from the crowd
  • New computer systems that increase productivity
  • Facility upgrades that enhance the image of the industry
  • Business milestones that celebrate longevity and success
Craig and Heather Maidens from Maidens Family Auto Care, CARS Shop of the Year, 2024

This is a peer-to-peer award. We’re looking for nominations from within the industry. We want to hear from jobbers, fellow shop owners, employees and suppliers. And while we love your enthusiasm, please submit only ONE nomination. It is only the first step in the process. A committee of industry experts will pick a winner based on the information provided. Prospective winners may be interviewed by phone to determine their eligibility for the award.

The more information you provide, the better the nomination.

Nominations close on October 12, 2025.

CARS Shop of the Year

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