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FRANCHISE GROUP GIVES THE MIDAS TOUCH TO RACING SERIES

Midas is throwing its support behind the popular Queensland Improved Production series

The trusted automotive servicing, repair and tyre replacement franchise group is bringing the Midas touch to Queensland’s exciting Improved Production motor racing series in 2021. The renowned Midas logo appears on the sides of each car competing in the five round 2021 Queensland Improved Production Championship, along with a separate National Improved Production Championship event. “It is great to support a state racing series that has so many mechanics and motoring enthusiasts involved,” Midas National Operations Manager – Service, Ryan Deal, said. “This is what Midas Auto Care is all about, bringing together automotive experts and doing the best they can technically to produce the best performing cars for our customers. “One of our Queensland Midas Franchisees and many of our customers take part and attend these events, so we are delighted to bring the Midas touch to the 2021 Queensland Improved Production Championship, promoting Midas Auto Care stores as the destination for all servicing, repair and tyre replacement requirements.” Midas Franchisee Justin Wade owns two Midas franchises, located in Capalaba and Tingalpa, and boasts an impressive racing resume. Justin has been racing in the Improved Production Series since 1988 and across his career he has won both the Queensland and National Improved Production championships and also raced in Formula 4000 open wheelers.He was also the Lotus Cup Endurance Champion in 2006. Justin also competed in the Australian Safari in 2004 and won the Motorcycle 450cc Class. “I have been a part of the Midas family since 2000 with our Tingalpa and Capalaba sites going from strength to strength during this time,” Justin said. “I have been a mechanic since I was just 15 years old, starting out with a motorcycle apprenticeship in New South Wales. 40 years later and I am still doing it. “I think it is great that Midas has thrown its support behind the Queensland Improved Production Series in 2021 and I am looking forward to carrying the Midas stickers on my car this year.” One of the most relevant, diverse and exciting motor racing categories, this series features production based Touring Cars that have been “improved” for motor racing purposes. The diversity of Improved Production racing fields sees it include Mazda RX7s, BMWs, Toyotas, Hondas, Nissans, Commodores and Falcons among others, ensuring there are cars competing to suit every motor racing fan or motoring enthusiast. To find out more about the Queensland Improved Production Championship, visit www.ipraqld.com For more from Midas, visit www.midas.com.au

AUTO ONE STORE AND SUPPLIER AWARDS PRESENTED

The awards were presented in late April via a Zoom teleconference, which was well attended by stores

The impact of COVID 19 has affected many parts of the automotive industry, and for national reseller Auto One, a significant casualty was the group’s inability to host a National Conference in 2020. A crucial element of the Auto One Conference is the annual Store and Supplier awards, which has traditionally been held at the Gala dinner at the conclusion of the Conference. Despite the conference not proceeding last year, the group has continued to acknowledge the high performers in the group throughout a challenging year in 2020, even without the formality of the dinner. The awards were handed out as follows. National Supplier of the Year is voted on by all Auto One and A1 Autoparts members. For 2020, the award was won by Wesfil, who continue to provide market leading service to the group. The award was accepted by Wesfil Managing Director, Terry Cooper, who entertained all with another colourful and passionate acceptance speech. Auto One Corporate Store of the Year was awarded to Auto One Singleton, with Adam Thiecke and his dedicated team polling extremely highly in all criteria for the award. A1 Autoparts Store of the Year was presented to A1 Autoparts Wauchope. Laura Hamilton and family have taken their business to the next level from humble beginnings, combining great service, proactive local engagement and comprehensive use of the full A1 Autoparts offer. Auto One Store of the Year – Category 1 – Auto One Morley. Adam Marjoram and his team at the Morley store have been relentless in their pursuit to continually improve the business, brought about by continued improvements in merchandising, high levels of customer service and refining the product mix to align with the demands of the local customer base. Auto One Store of the Year – Category 2 – Auto One Castle Hill. Store owners Simon Hall and Karl Witzlsperger continue to carve out a great niche for themselves in the local area and scored highly in areas such as customer service and qualified advice. Auto One Store of the Year – Category 3 – Auto One Browns Plains. Well-deserved recognition for Mat Cali, Manager Darlene Campbell and their team who were all in attendance at the presentation. The store scored highly in merchandising, customer service, local engagement and innovation – launching several new initiatives throughout 2020. Auto One extends its thanks and congratulations to all the award winners and is looking forward to an exciting 2021 National Conference, to be held at the Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley from 9-11th August. For more from Auto One, visit www.autoone.com.au