Do you know an auto repair shop owner or operator that shines brighter than the rest? Is there someone who relentlessly goes above and beyond to make sure customers are not just taken care of, but treated like royalty? Are you yourself a go-getter who contributes to the community, shows up early every day, mentors other shop owners, and fights tirelessly to build a culture that is infectious and celebrated by your team?
Nominate an all-star and give them the recognition they deserve. The best part? This isn’t about the biggest shop or the highest revenue. This is about the people who work to elevate the industry—one smile at a time.
Submissions are now open.
Nominate Today!
The 2025 Ratchet+Wrench Award winner:
Brian Moak of HEART Certified Auto Care in Illinois
Read the full 2025 award profile of Moak here.
About the Ratchet+Wrench Award
The Ratchet+Wrench Award was created to recognize auto care professionals who are talented, inspirational, and dedicated to improving the industry and helping others.
Rules
- The program is open to all segments of the auto care industry.
- Anyone can nominate a deserving professional, and you can make multiple nominations. You can also nominate yourself!
- The winner will be honored with a profile in Ratchet+Wrench, the magazine cover, and at AAPEX 2026, November 3-6, at the Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum in Las Vegas.
- Complete the online entry form and submit.
Contact
We’re here to help! If you have any additional questions about the Ratchet+Wrench Award, please don't hesitate to contact us.
About the Author
Christine Schaffran
Editor-in-Chief
Christine Schaffran is the Editor-in-Chief for Ratchet+Wrench magazine at Endeavor B2B. She is an award-winning journalist, having covered both commercial and industry magazines and newspapers during her career. She previously served as Editor-in-Chief for another publisher for 17 years prior to joining Endeavor. When she's not spending time with her husband and son, you'll find her in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes and delicious dishes to try.
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