CAT AWARDS 2012 – VOTE NOW (VOTING NOW CLOSED)

Posted on 28 October 2011

Phocas1. SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR: sponsored by Phocas

 Brake Engineering – was formed in 1981, and has been providing quality brake components for the past thirty years.

 European Exhaust and Catalyst – has been trading in automotive exhausts since 1973.

 Autoelectro – was established in 1986, and now supplies re-manufactured starters and alternators all over the UK.

 Federal Mogul -is one of the trade`s largest companies, employing 45,000 people in 35 countries.

 Febi -was formed in 1844, and now has more than 20,000 OE quality spare parts for sale to the trade.

 Corteco -part of the Freudenberg group, Corteco offers 18,000 products to the market.

 NGK Spark Plugs -began in the 1960s to serve the motorcycle market. Today it describes itself as a brand leader in the UK spark plug market.

ECP2. GARAGE OF THE YEAR: sponsored by Euro Car Parts

 Anglo Continental Cars, Bletchley – was a Motor Codes Golden Garages award winner in 2010.

 Jet Wheel Tyre, Benfleet, Essex -is the latest Jet Wheel Tyre depot to open, the group boasts excellent customer care.

 D&D Autos -is an award-winning, family owned business and is part of the Bosch car service network.

 TJ Hall and Son, Oxford -were our runners up in 2010, can they win the award this year?

 ABP Motorsport, Crewe -our garage of the year in 2010 and 2011, will ABP make it a hat trick in 2012?

haynes3. RETAILER OF THE YEAR: sponsored by Haynes

 Car User -based in Nuneaton, the company boasts that their store will have what you`re looking for.

 Discount Autoparts, Cambridge -was established in 1982 and is a family owned business.

 The Wilco Stores -Wilco has branches throughout East Anglia, East Midlands, Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire.

 Motabitz -99% of customers said they were happy with Motabitz`s service, having served the local community for 25 years.

 Motorworld -adapts to keep those bread-and-butter customers happy by offering what motorist`s want, and at reasonable prices.

Motaquip4. FACTOR OF THE YEAR: sponsored by Motaquip

 Kevin Cooper Motor Factors -has been in the supply business for over thirty years, serving the South West and beyond.

 Autoparts, Glasgow -is part of the Arnold Clark group, founded 54 years ago and turning over more than £2 billion.

 General Traffic, Crewe -was formed in 1983 and now operates from 15 locations around the country.

 GMF Motor Factors -has 10 branches stretching from Chelthenham to Llanelli.

 Euro Car Parts – has 90 branches nationwide. Each day 1750 ECP vans make over 30,000 deliveries.

 Motorserv, Milton Keynes -was formed in 1989 and now operates from two sites, Bedford and Milton Keynes.

 Andrew Page -has 58 branches, and has been delivering parts to the motor trade for a staggering 93 years

Trico5. PERSON OF THE YEAR: sponsored by Trico

 Emma Ward -has been described as being `respected and liked throughout the industry.`

 Colin Parlett -has been nominated to recognise his `genuine love of the industry,` and his undying efforts with the RMI.

 Brian Childs, NGK -was nominated as `deserving more recognition from the industry.`

Denso6. AFTERMARKET WORKER OF THE YEAR: sponsored by Denso

 Steve Leys -is nominated as being the `nicest and most loved man in the aftermarket.`

 Donna West, ECP -`no matter what the workload or however tight the deadline, Donna remains calm and focused.`

 Derek Pestridge -Derek has overseen the successful move of his business to a purpose built £1.5 million workshop.

TRW7. TECHNICAL AND SAFETY INNOVATION OF THE YEAR: sponsored by TRW

 Thule -has an easy-fit solution for winter snow chains, and has already won this year`s Grands Prix for Automotive Innovation award at Equip Auto.

 Andrew Page – is doing the aftermarket a real favour by holding special training courses in hybrid technology for workshops.

NGK8. LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: sponsored by NGK

A CAT panel of experts will be deciding who in the industry deserves this prestigious award. Last year John Haynes was rewarded for his years of long service to the motor trade.

RULES

  1. You may only vote once in each category
  2. You may not vote for a company you own, or are employed by, or yourself
  3. In the event of someone voting for their own company, or a company they are employed by, or themselves, all votes from that person will be null and void
  4. You are permitted to vote for a company who may be a client, or a company you work with
  5. The winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award will be decided by a CAT magazine panel
  6. No correspondence will be entered into: the decision of the voters and of the judging panels is final

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361 Responses to “CAT AWARDS 2012 – VOTE NOW (VOTING NOW CLOSED)”

  1. Philip Pilgrim says:
    December 9, 2011 at 4:58 pm

    Good luck to D&D a quality company who never disappoint

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  2. Julie Squires says:
    December 9, 2011 at 11:45 pm

    D&D are a fantastic Garage and always go above and beyond the call of duty.

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  3. sara hulse says:
    December 10, 2011 at 8:01 pm

    Great bunch of guys always very helpful never anything too much trouble.

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  4. Graham Forbes says:
    December 12, 2011 at 11:36 am

    Very best of luck to ABP MOTORSPORT but in my opinuon they don’t need luck as in business you make your own destiny and these guys are just GREAT.

    I first used them over ten tears ago and its always been a pleasure to take my family cars in for servicing, MOT’s and repair work.

    Always get first class service and competitive prices with nothing too much trouble for the ABP team.

    ABP – You deserve the hat-trick.

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  5. Vicky S says:
    December 12, 2011 at 12:16 pm

    REALLY NICE BUNCH OF GUYS AT ABP MOTORSPORT IN SHAVINGTON.

    AS A WOMAN I’VE ALWAYS HATED GOING TO GARAGES UNTIL A FRIEND INTRODUCED ME TO ABP AND I’VE NEVER LOOKED BACK.

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  6. Philip Carter says:
    December 12, 2011 at 1:39 pm

    I wish D&D every success, they are a great business.

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  7. Mr Arnott says:
    December 12, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    Abp motorsport offer the best garage services i have ever used in over 40 years of driving.

    Not the cheapest but the best never are and you get what you pay for.

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  8. Jenny Lye says:
    December 12, 2011 at 6:25 pm

    D&D Autos always go the extra mile…I would happily recommend them to anyone

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  9. M Evans says:
    December 13, 2011 at 5:52 am

    GMF Motor Factors driving the way forward good luck guys

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  10. Sarah Osborne says:
    December 13, 2011 at 10:22 am

    Love the new look website, GMF. Good Luck.

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  11. Roy Davis says:
    December 13, 2011 at 10:39 am

    Goog Luck the Guys & Girl at Anglo’s, a top team.

    Thanks

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  12. Kelly Jones says:
    December 13, 2011 at 11:14 am

    GOOD LUCK ABP

    You guys deserve it x

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  13. Andy Thomson says:
    December 13, 2011 at 5:39 pm

    Lovely

    Reply
  14. Darren Johnson says:
    December 13, 2011 at 5:49 pm

    Good luck to Anglo Continental,a local garage going the right way. also all the best of luck to Brian Childs ( NGK ).

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  15. Stevie Hart says:
    December 13, 2011 at 6:07 pm

    ABP Motorsport look after my families cars and most of the neighbours cars too. Never had cause to complain or heard any bad reports from anyone. Great staff and always happy to help from a bulb to a full service.

    Reply
  16. chris evans says:
    December 14, 2011 at 9:53 am

    Good luck gmf team

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  17. Richard Pedder says:
    December 14, 2011 at 10:20 am

    Good luck to motor serve ltd ,superb service every time .

    Reply
  18. Arash Jimahl says:
    December 14, 2011 at 10:48 am

    All the guys at ABP are fantastic & really helpful to me and my wife.

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  19. Terry Gaitor says:
    December 14, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    My family have been using ABP in Shavington since we moved to the area 15 years ago. The whole team are courteous, polite, honest and trustworthy. They are in my opinion one of the very best garages you will ever come across.

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  20. natalia yates says:
    December 15, 2011 at 9:32 am

    I think all they guys at motor serv milton keynes are amazing. they always go out of ther way to make you search for parts easy.Thank you to all of them.

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  21. Simon Greatbanks says:
    December 15, 2011 at 11:52 am

    I hope ABP don’t win as it might take longer to get my cars booked in there!

    Great garage with great staff and business practices

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  22. Martin Hughes says:
    December 15, 2011 at 12:57 pm

    Good Luck to everyone.
    Special mention to the guys at MotorServ in Milton Keynes

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  23. R Salisbury says:
    December 15, 2011 at 4:23 pm

    GOOD LUCK ABP AND KEEP UP THE EXCELLENT STANDARDS

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  24. Gareth Jones says:
    December 15, 2011 at 4:58 pm

    Agree with all the previous comments on ABP’s customer service and they are the only garage that i’m happy to send my wife and daughters to knowing they won’t get ripped off.

    My vote goes to ABP motorsport

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  25. Laura Bush says:
    December 15, 2011 at 8:22 pm

    COME ON GMF – CAT FACTOR OF THE YEAR TITLE CANNOT BE DEFEATED!!

    Reply
  26. FIona Williams says:
    December 16, 2011 at 11:51 am

    Nothing is ever too much trouble…. Just can’t fault!

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  27. Gill Loxton says:
    December 16, 2011 at 12:02 pm

    My parents used ABP for over 30 years and we’ve been using them now for around 15 years in which time they have offered invaluable advice and expertise on all our family car matters. Always polite nothing is too much trouble or hassle for the excellent customer facing team. Workshop is always clean and everyone seems very happy at work. Good luck ABP

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  28. Neil Hopkins says:
    December 16, 2011 at 11:51 pm

    Gmf motorfactors. Simply the best!!!!!!

    Reply
  29. Billy Preece says:
    December 17, 2011 at 12:18 pm

    Just voted for ABP MOTORSPORT to win garage of the year.

    Reply
  30. Colin Foster says:
    December 17, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    ABP have always provided me with a very professional service.

    Reply
  31. Eddie Anderson says:
    December 19, 2011 at 10:14 am

    Good luck Auto Parts Eccosse, from Georgia Pacific GB

    Reply
  32. Terry Fisher says:
    December 19, 2011 at 10:40 am

    Good Luck to all nominations.

    Reply
  33. jcorkil says:
    December 19, 2011 at 10:56 am

    good luck Auto Parts Ecosse

    Reply
  34. M Michel says:
    December 19, 2011 at 12:57 pm

    Best of luck to ABP Motorsport who deserve the hat-trick!

    Reply
  35. T Harrison says:
    December 19, 2011 at 1:28 pm

    Good luck to all nominations

    Reply
  36. Dave Harper says:
    December 19, 2011 at 2:01 pm

    ABP have been setting my suspension & geometry up for years and always do a first class job. Every time I change cars its the very first thing i do as their alignment set-ups transform the feel, handling and reduce tyre wear.

    Thanks for your help on Saturday and good luck,

    Dave

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  37. Dave says:
    December 19, 2011 at 4:10 pm

    Good luck

    Reply
  38. Mike Williams says:
    December 19, 2011 at 4:46 pm

    D&D really are oustandingly good at both the delivery side (mechanics, tyres, MOTs etc) and customer care. Great all round and very personal service. Keep up the good work!

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  39. Ian & Jen Wright says:
    December 19, 2011 at 4:48 pm

    Another great years service from Jules and Shelly and the boys at Anglo Continental Cars. They deserve all the recognition they receive and will continue to use this garage for all our servicing and MOT’s in the future. Great customer services and very favourable prices. Plus they really look after the lady motorist with no fear of being ripped off!!! Best wishes Ian & Jen.

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  40. Allan says:
    December 19, 2011 at 5:43 pm

    Well impresed by the reception and service given by all the guys at ABP. I was greeted courteously and knowledgably, the work booked in for was taken immediately (despite me turning up 15 minutes early). On completion, the entire work was explained to me in technical language (I am an engineer), to my satisfaction. Well done ABP, I will most certainly be back…………

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  41. Phil Newsum says:
    December 19, 2011 at 8:38 pm

    ABP- For supply and fitting of tuning parts and car servicing they are spot on. Customer service is second to none. Good Luck

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  42. JP Autos says:
    December 20, 2011 at 10:28 am

    We are a competitor of ABP Motorsport based in Crewe and as a local independent garage (much smaller than ABP) we aspire to reach the high standards and recognition that ABP seem to be able to consistently deliver. The whole garage is clean, tidy, professional and welcoming.

    If more independent garages were like ABP the dealerships would really have to up their game.

    Hopefully one day we will be in with a chance of a CAT award!

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  43. mike says:
    December 20, 2011 at 10:48 am

    good luck !

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  44. Alan and Val says:
    December 20, 2011 at 5:08 pm

    Anglos Continental Cars provide a friendly and professional full spectrum of vehicle servicing facilities at very reasonable cost. Jules is a ‘Hands On’ owner and is very ably assisted by Shelley and his staff. The company is a pleasure to do business with and fully deserve all the accolades.

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  45. urshna says:
    December 20, 2011 at 6:31 pm

    fantastic service and the best customer support team. On time deliveries and stock is always available. Deserve to be Number 1

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  46. urshna says:
    December 20, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    Auto Electro are the Best.

    Reply
  47. susie tyler says:
    December 21, 2011 at 10:47 am

    good luck abp motorsport

    Reply
  48. DAN GRAHAM says:
    December 21, 2011 at 4:10 pm

    Great idea to have these awards for the trade and its a shame its usually viewed in such a negative way.

    ABP have my vote as they are the best garage I have ever dealt with and i’ve been to a lot!

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  49. David Wallace says:
    December 21, 2011 at 5:16 pm

    I trust ABP to look after my car more than the main Honda dealer. They know it better and can be trusted not to mess it up!

    Reply
  50. Patricia Gartside says:
    December 22, 2011 at 9:46 am

    ABP are wonderful and always extremely courteous to my needs.

    I hope that Chris and his team acheive their goal of another CAT award win.

    PG

    Reply

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