Nominations for the 2025 Women in Auto Care Awards have officially opened. These awards, created by Women in Auto Care, celebrates the contributions of women and allies across the automotive aftermarket. Over 100 nominations are submitted each year.
Five awards are presented each year, recognizing excellence in leadership, innovation, and dedication:
- Women of Excellence
- Outstanding Leadership
- Shop Owner of the Year
- Lifetime Achievement
- Company Ally of the Year
The awards are presented at the annual Women in Auto Care Awards ceremony breakfast and reception during AAPEX in Las Vegas. Honorees are also featured across Women in Auto Care and Auto Care Association channels.
The Auto Care Association encourages all industry professionals to nominate a woman or company they feel is deserving of this award. Nominations must be submitted by July 21, to learn more click here.
What people are saying
“The Women in Auto Care Awards are integral to our mission as we, thanks to the nominations from this community, are able to celebrate the incredible achievements of eight women and one company within this incredible industry,” said Elle Lawhead, chair, Women in Auto Care. “Over the past several years, we’ve honored women within varying roles in this industry including warehousing, heavy duty, shops, manufacturers and tech—with roles ranging from shop owner, HR, marketing and CEO—and I look forward to seeing who will be a part of the class of 2025.”
