The automotive and diesel industries are filled with so much immense talent.

From educators, to technicians, to shop owners and managers, and beyond—we are truly fortunate for each and every individual working hard to move the industry forward.

As we wrap up our first round of TechMission Local Events in 10 cities across the U.S., we’re excited to announce the winners of our 2023 WrenchWay Awards in those cities.

“I want to thank everybody that took the time to participate in our TechMission Local Events. The response was overwhelmingly positive and helps to shine a spotlight on some really deserving people in our industry. We have so much talent in our industry and some of the recognition is past due. Congratulations to all of the nominees and winners! We are proud of everything you bring to this industry and are in a much better position because of it.”

Jay Goninen, Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay

While there could only be one winner in each category, we want to thank everyone who nominated, voted, and supported this year’s awards. We could not do what we do without you!

Without further ado, here are your 2023 winners…

2023 WrenchWay Award Winners by City:

2023 WrenchWay Award Winners – Dallas-Fort Worth

Automotive Technician of the Year: Thad Duckworth, Craig’s Car Care

Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technician of the Year: Paul Clayborn, Elite Fleet Solutions

Medium-to-Large Shop of the Year (3-way tie): Lewisville Volkswagen, Boardwalk Ferrari, and Lamborghini Dallas

Small Shop of the Year: Elite Fleet Solutions

Inspiring Service Manager: Nicole Quevedo, Autoscope European Car Care

Rookie of the Year: Logan Jones, Autoscope European Car Care

Exceptional Educator: Justin Seeley, O.D. Wyatt High School

Best Mentor: Walter Moran, Elite Fleet Solutions

Stand Out Service Advisor: Melanie Poovey, Autoscope European Car Care

2023 WrenchWay Award Winners – Denver

Technician of the Year: Samuel Betts, Durango Motor Company

Medium-to-Large Shop of the Year: Durango Motor Company

Small Shop of the Year: Stang Auto Tech

Inspiring Service Manager: Charlie Ryznar, Durango Motor Company

Rookie of the Year: Cameron Hall, Checkpoint Automotive Inc

Exceptional Educator: Danny Combs, TACT – Teaching the Autism Community Trades

Best Mentor: Kyle Thomas, Prestige Imports Audi

Stand Out Service Advisor: Beth Brickey, Durango Motor Company

2023 WrenchWay Award Winners – Houston

Automotive Technician of the Year: Juan Garcia, Chastang Ford

Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technician of the Year: Christopher Brown, Chastang Ford

Medium-to-Large Shop of the Year: Chastang Ford

Small Shop of the Year (Tie): Colony One Auto Center and Wilson Diesel Repair

Outstanding Owner: Patrick Chastang, Chastang Ford

Inspiring Service Manager: Glenn Piccolo, Adam’s Automotive

Exceptional Educator: Jeff Wilson, Kingwood Park High School

Best Mentor: Aaron Cantu, Chastang Ford

Stand Out Service Advisor: Chris Hodges, Chastang Ford

2023 WrenchWay Award Winners – Indianapolis

Automotive Technician of the Year: Jordan Fowlkes, Tom Wood Lexus

Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technician of the Year: Jason Gigliotti, Merritt Contracting

Medium-to-Large Shop of the Year: Tom Wood Lexus

Small Shop of the Year: Big Rig Garage

Outstanding Owner: Jeff Wood, Tom Wood Inc

Inspiring Service Manager: Hannah Brandenburg, Merritt Contracting

Rookie of the Year: Bryce Parlos, Audi Indianapolis

Exceptional Educator (Tie): Andrice Tucker, Central Nine Career Center, and Matt Jones, FleeTec Academy

Best Mentor: John Miller, Tom Wood Lexus

Stand Out Service Advisor: Justin Gillespie, Audi Indianapolis

2023 WrenchWay Award Winners – Madison

Automotive Technician of the Year: Korbin Simdon, Griffin Ford – Fort Atkinson

Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technician of the Year: Kevin Banigan, Truck Country

Medium-to-Large Shop of the Year: Zimbrick European

Small Shop of the Year: Topel’s Service Center

Outstanding Owner: Charles Mitchell, TenPin Motors

Inspiring Service Manager / Shop Foreman: Steven Lehl, Zimbrick European

Rookie of the Year: Jared Witt, Metro Ford of Madison

Exceptional Educator: Ben Zimmerman, Verona High School

Best Mentor: Micah Jenson, Helwig Auto Clinic

Stand Out Service Advisor: Matt Hoffman, Zimbrick European

2023 WrenchWay Award Winners – Milwaukee

Automotive Technician of the Year: Scott Rousseau, Sommer’s Automotive

Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technician of the Year: Tyler Alexander, Truck Country

Medium-to-Large Shop of the Year: Sommer’s Subaru

Small Shop of the Year: Joe’s Slinger Service

Rookie of the Year: Noel Belling, Custom Truck One Source

Exceptional Educator: Scott Fisler, MATC

Best Mentor: Mike Dillon, Zeigler Honda of Racine

Stand Out Service Advisor: Tom Novitski, Sommer’s Automotive

2023 WrenchWay Award Winners – Minneapolis-St. Paul

Automotive Technician of the Year: Johnna Farley, Walser Polar Mazda

Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technician of the Year: Tyler Regenscheid, Triple R Service LLC

Medium-to-Large Shop of the Year: Walser Honda

Small Shop of the Year: Matt’s Automotive Service Center

Outstanding Owner: Andrew Walser, Walser Automotive Group

Inspiring Service Manager: Myron Magstadt, Walser Honda

Rookie of the Year: Richard Yates, Twin Cities Performance

Exceptional Educator: Ben Kusch, Tri-District Career and College Readiness Initiative

Best Mentor:Brian Wittenberg, Walser Subaru St. Paul

Stand Out Service Advisor: Cameron Thompson, Walser Hyundai of Brooklyn Park

2023 WrenchWay Award Winners – Philadelphia

Technician of the Year: Mark Oberg, Barlow Chevrolet

Medium-to-Large Shop of the Year:Barlow Chevrolet

Small Shop of the Year: Qyst Tire and Automotive

Outstanding Owner: John Flick, Qyst Tire and Automotive

Inspiring Service Manager: Anthony Flynn, Qyst Tire and Automotive

Rookie of the Year: Michael Farnham, Qyst Tire and Automotive

Exceptional Educator: Daniel Reed, Community College of Philadelphia

2023 WrenchWay Award Winners – Phoenix

Automotive Technician of the Year: Andy Thompson, Lesueur Car Company

Medium-to-Large Shop of the Year: Sanderson Ford

Small Shop of the Year: Desert Car Care of Cave Creek

Outstanding Owner: Warren Lesueur, Lesueur Car Company

Exceptional Educator: Randy Golding, West-MEC

Best Mentor: Henry Rivero, Coulter Infiniti

2023 WrenchWay Award Winners – Portland

Technician of the Year: George Holzem, Carr Subaru

Medium-to-Large Shop of the Year: Carr Subaru

Small Shop of the Year: Precision Automotive Inc

Inspiring Service Manager / Shop Foreman: Ryan Herrle, Carr Subaru

Rookie of the Year: Denis Blaga, Carr Subaru

Exceptional Educator: Rick Lockwood, Portland Community College

Best Mentor: Scott Clark, Carr Subaru

Stand Out Service Advisor: Andrew Mallea, Carr Subaru