TechForce Foundation has named the finalists for the Techs Rock Awards and opened the public People’s Choice Grand Prize Vote in a recent press release.
The competition aims to recognize both technical students' and professional technicians' commitment to the automotive trade, serving as inspiration for the next generation of technicians.
Finalists were chosen by a panel of celebrity judges, including YouTubers ChrisFix, Humble Mechanic, and Emily Reeves; podcast hosts JP Emerson, Micki Woods, and Cancelled for Maintenance hosts MBP, Shoreline, and Six; professional racing driver Sabré Cook; TV host John Gardner; radio host Frank Leutz; and Brandon Steckler, technical editor at Motor Age Magazine.
Now, one Future Technician and one Working Technician Finalist will be selected following a public vote held through February 28.
The winners will be awarded a trip to Glendale, Arizona, to attend Mecum Glendale 2024 and the TechForce National Partner Summit. In addition, they will receive a NAPA Carlyle toolbox, with each containing $8,000 in Carlyle tools. In collaboration with Hertz, the winners will also receive a week-long rental of an electric vehicle.
Each of the eight Techs Rock Awards runners-up will also be awarded a $500 AutoZone gift card as well as a GEARWRENCH Modular Tool Set valued up to $1,000.
“These Finalists are rockstars, dedicated to both their craft and inspiring others to follow their path,” said TechForce Foundation CEO Jennifer Maher. “By recognizing these individuals, we motivate others to pursue technical careers and further bridge the narrowing skills gap. Cast your vote now to help us celebrate the students and technicians who are shaping the future of their industries.”
