2022 AWDA Aftermarket Challenge Underway

2022 AWDA Aftermarket Challenge Underway

The annual campaign raises funds for scholarships and programs that strengthen the aftermarket through education.

The 2022 AWDA Aftermarket Challenge to benefit the University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) is underway. The annual campaign raises funds for scholarships and programs that strengthen the aftermarket through education.

AWDA recognizes the following organizations participated in last year’s AWDA Aftermarket Challenge, contributing over $180,000 to help develop a strong, knowledgeable aftermarket workforce. The generosity of these donors helped UAF and its collaborating partners award 461 scholarships, totaling $731,350, for the 2022-’23 academic year, AWDA says.

Program Distribution Groups – Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Automotive Parts Services Group, Federated Auto Parts and The Pronto Network.

Platinum Level Suppliers – DriV, East Penn Manufacturing, Mevotech and Standard Motor Products.

Gold Level Suppliers – Bosch, Dayco, Dorman, Epicor Software, First Brands Group, Gates Corporation and MANN+HUMMEL.

Silver Level Suppliers – BBB Industries, Interstate Batteries, NTN Bearing Corp. of America, Siggins and Winhere Brake Parts.

Bronze Level Suppliers – Akebono, AMS Automotive, AP Emissions Technologies, Autologue Computer Systems, Borg-Warner, Cardone Industries, Clarios, Continental Corporation, Dana Incorporated, Dash4 Brake Products, DENSO, Elite EXTRA, ElringKlinger AG, EnerSys Batteries, FCS Automotive, G.K. Industries, Gabriel Ride Control, GB Remanufacturing, GCommerce, Genera Corporation, Global Parts Distributors, GMB North America, Grote Industries, GSP North America, Holstein Parts, IAP/DuraGo, Idemitsu Lubricants America, ISC Industries, KYB Americas Corp., Lisle Corporation, Lumileds, MAHLE Aftermarket, MotoRad of America, Motorcar Parts of America, NGK Spark Plugs, NSK Corporation, OptiCat, Peterson Manufacturing, Pioneer Automotive Industries/ATP, Plews & Edelmann, Powerstop, Schaeffler, Schrader TPMS Solutions, Sherwin-Williams, Spectra Premium, Sunsong, The Timken Company, Unity Automotive, Uquality Automotive Products, Valeo, Valvoline, Warren Distribution, Wells Vehicle Electronics, Wonh Industries and ZF Aftermarket.

Manufacturers’ Representatives – Bill Murray & Associates, Glazier Sales Associates, Hirsig-Frazier, Kitchin & Sons, N.A. Williams Company, Pacific Marketing, RPS Marketing, Stan Padover Associates, Seth Johnson Sales, Shamrock Sales & Marketing, SRS Marketing Company, SRS Marketing and Tasco.

“We thank these fine organizations who took part last year and invite all industry members to support the 2022 AWDA Aftermarket Challenge,” said Bob Egan, MAAP, chairman, University of the Aftermarket Foundation. “The future of the aftermarket depends on the next generation of automotive professionals, and that makes our mission of funding scholarships and educational programs very important. Together we can make a real difference.”

To support the University of the Aftermarket Foundation by joining the AWDA Aftermarket Challenge, contact UAF Executive Director Jennifer Tio at [email protected]. To learn more about the foundation and its available scholarships, or to make a donation, visit UofA-Foundation.org.

You May Also Like

AAPEX Accepting Session Proposals for Joe’s Garage Training

Proposals should focus on business management and technical topics and be geared toward technicians, service professionals and shop owners. 

Proposals should focus on business management and technical topics and be geared toward technicians, service professionals and shop owners. 

AAPEX announced it is accepting session proposals for Joe’s Garage Training Program to be presented during this year’s event, Tuesday, Nov. 5 through Thursday, Nov. 7, at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum in Las Vegas. Proposals should focus on business management and technical topics and be geared toward technicians, service professionals and shop owners. 

MPA To Offer Free Part Smart Training in 2024

The sessions will cover brake training, vehicle-specific starter issues, advanced charging systems, DTCs and more.

MPA-Part-Smart
Mitchell 1 to Hold Spring Shop Mgmt. Workshop

The workshop is scheduled for April 25-27, in San Diego.

Mitchell 1 to Hold Spring Shop Mgmt. Workshop
ZF Expands [pro]Academy Training

The company is adding another 40 training modules to the 160 it already offers.

ZF-ProAcademy
University of the Aftermarket Announces 2024 Courses

A variety of University of the Aftermarket programming is scheduled through the summer.

University of the Aftermarket Leadership 2.0

Other Posts

Valvoline Global Launches Mechanics Month Campaign

The 5th-annual campaign is designed to support and celebrate the value of mechanics around the world.

Valvoline Global Operations Launches Mechanics Month Campaign
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Becomes UAF Gold Lifetime Trustee

The partnership with UAF is a commitment to the future of the automotive aftermarket, MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers said.

MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Achieves UAF ‘Gold Lifetime Trustee’ Status
NexaMotion Group Supports UAF as New Lifetime Trustee

Neil Sethi, president and CEO of Transtar Holding Company, will represent NexaMotion Group on the UAF board of trustees.

NexaMotion Group Supports UAF as New Lifetime Trustee
UAF Auto, Heavy-Duty Scholarship Deadline is March 31

Hundreds of scholarships, including those for service and repair, engineering, supply chain, finance and IT/cybersecurity fields of study, will be awarded for the 2024-25 academic year.

UAF Scholarship Deadline Fast Approaching