{"ad19730a-ec98-4b57-91dc-7ac3df071908":"<p>Each year, Auto-Wares Group of Companies selects one outstanding technician from its Certified Service Center Network to attend the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance’s Technician of the Year Competition. Casey O’Sullivan, Shop Foreman at Interstate Auto Care, earned this year’s honor as the Auto-Wares Group of Companies’ Technician of the Year.</p>","7418a520-65c4-4f67-a4d3-e560d2f5f28d":"<p>\n    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n</p>\n<p>\n    Grand Rapids, MI – April 21, 2025\n</p>\n<p>\n    Each year, Auto-Wares Group of Companies selects one outstanding technician from its Certified Service Center Network to attend the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance’s Technician of the Year Competition. Casey O’Sullivan, Shop Foreman at Interstate Auto Care, earned this year’s honor as the Auto-Wares Group of Companies’ Technician of the Year.<br />\n    Bill Nalu, Owner of Interstate Auto Care said, “Having had Casey on our team for over 25 years, I speak for the rest of my team in congratulating Casey and the other tech of the year nominees for this well-deserved nomination. Like every year, the field of competition promises to be challenging, but the fun and camaraderie that they will share during this event will be something they will never forget.”\n</p>\n<figure class=\"image\">\n    <img style=\"aspect-ratio:1200/1200;\" src=\"{asset:123:url||https://www.technicianoftheyear.com/uploads/toty/eventimages/IMG_4009-scaled.jpg}\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-fluid\" />\n</figure>\n<p>\n    Casey O'Sullivan was honored with a prize package including a gift card, a Blackstone grill, and a custom winner plaque. Casey will represent Auto-Wares Group of Companies at the National Alliance Technician of the Year competition held July 7-10, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan – The Motor City. During this competition, the finalists from the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance will take a written test to determine who will take home the title of Auto Value &amp; Bumper to Bumper Technician of the Year.\n</p>\n<p>\n    O’Sullivan earned the Auto-Wares Technician of the Year title by standing out among a strong group of applicants. His extensive training log highlights his commitment to continuous learning and growth in the automotive industry. Casey is an ASE Master Technician, with years of hands-on experience that started when he entered the field at just 18 years old. He stays current with the latest advancements by attending industry events like Tech Expo, making him a leader both in the shop and in his professional development.\n</p>\n<p>\n    \"I couldn't be happier for Casey. His dedication to his craft is on another level. I've known Casey for about 18 years, and one thing that he has never stopped doing is learning. I am very proud of Casey for his accomplishments in the business and look forward to him representing Auto-Wares in the Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper Technician of the Year program.\" said Michael Hellenberg, Sales Manager for Auto-Wares.\n</p>\n<p>\n    The purpose of the Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper Technician of the Year is to honor and award the professional technicians in the automotive aftermarket service and repair industry. The program recognizes the top professional automotive technicians across North America. Nominees were evaluated on technical skill, diagnostic expertise, and training record.<br />\n    \"Casey represents the best of the aftermarket — skill, professionalism, and pride in the work,\" said Brian Burkett, Director of Sales at Auto-Wares. \"We are proud to recognize him as our Technician of the Year.\"\n</p>\n<p>\n    For more information about the program, visit www.technicianoftheyear.com.\n</p>\n<p>\n    About Auto-Wares Group of Companies: Auto-Wares Group of Companies is an aftermarket automotive distribution Company headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, serving Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, and most recently, the Kentucky markets. Auto-Wares Group of Companies is a member of the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance. The Alliance and Auto-Wares pride themselves on responding to the individual automotive needs of each customer. Service is the Difference. We Get It! www.autowares.com\n</p>\n<p>\n     \n</p>\n<figure class=\"image\">\n    <img src=\"{asset:119:url||https://www.technicianoftheyear.com/uploads/toty/eventimages/autowares.jpg}\" alt=\"\" />\n</figure>"}