The Blend Awards 2024 finalists have been revealed ahead of The Blend’s annual conference and networking event for independent garage owners later this month.
Taking place at The Eastside Rooms in Birmingham on Saturday 28th September, the awards ceremony follows a daytime lineup of business-boosting insights from industry leaders, influencers, and innovators.
The Blend’s Garage of the Year Award has for the first time been divided into three subcategories, ensuring a level playing field for all garage businesses across the UK and Ireland, no matter their size.
Ray Dilsons, Event Director at The Blend, said: “The quality of entries this year has been truly exceptional, showcasing the talent, dedication, and innovation that defines the independent garage sector. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the outstanding achievements of businesses and individuals who are pushing the industry forward and setting new standards of excellence.”
The judging panel will feature Hayley Pells from the Institute of the Motor Industry, Andy Crook of Got Boost, and The Blend Podcast host, Mike Ruff.
A community poll has determined the Community’s Garage of the Year, while The Blend has chosen the Community Member of the Year. The Garage Hive Innovator Award has been assessed by Garage Hive. The winners will be announced at The Blend 2024 during the evening dinner.
The Blend Award finalists 2024 are:
Garage of the Year – Multilocation garages
Sponsored by Castrol and The Race Group
- Castle Garage, Ashby
- Cedar Garage
- Shaikly Motor Company
Garage of the Year Award – garages with 1 – 4 staff
Sponsored by Micheldever Tyre Services Ltd
- Womanic
- Bear and Bee Garage
- Intelligent Auto
- Drive Green Vehicle Services
Garage of the Year Award – garages with 5+ staff
Sponsored by LKQ Euro Car Parts
- MB Liverpool
- Lawson Autotech
- Elite Landrover
- Billingborough Cars and Commercials
Staff Recognition Award
Sponsored by 1Tec Auto Hub
- Keith Wenlock, Bear and Bee Garage
- Laura Guild, Lawson Autotech
- Lauren Savage, RS Autotechnik
Community’s Garage of the Year Award
Sponsored by GSF Car Parts
- EAC Telford
- Oldfields Garage Services
- Lawson Autotech
Community Member of the Year Award
Sponsored by Pagid
- Laura Guild, Lawson AutoTech
- Mark Kettle, EAC Telford
- Diana Whetton, PW Auto Repairs
- Chris Wileman, Castle Garage Ashby
- Nikki Cowan, Cartopia
Garage Hive Innovator Award
Sponsored by Garage Hive
- Fergie’s Automotive
- Fitch Autos
- Castle Garage Ashby
- Auto Solutions
