As the countdown begins for the second instalment of UK Garage and Bodyshop Event 2024, attendees can gear up for an unprecedented array of giveaways and competition opportunities awaiting them at the NEC, Birmingham on 5 and 6 June.
Comparing the numbers to its previous edition, this year, visitors can experience a substantial increase in competitions, with 25 contests already lined up for 2024, up from 14 in 2022. From exciting giveaways to captivating competitions, organisers have revealed a sneak peek into what visitors can expect.
Prizes at UK Garage and Bodyshop Event
Visitors are invited to sign up for Bosch’s email newsletter for a chance to win a prize bundle, including Bosch Home and Garden Cordless Window Vac, Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, EasyPump, and Power Washer. Additionally, spinning the wheel could land participants with a Bluetooth speaker worth £250.
There is also the opportunity to spin to win Castrol 125 stickers and exchange them for a pair of Castrol 125 mechanics gloves. Participants will also be entered into a draw to win a limited-edition Castrol Classics 125 office chair and sofa. Plus, signing up to Castrol Service on stand could win visitors to the UK Garage and Bodyshop Event one of five Limited Edition Castrol 125-barrel table and chairs sets.
In another Spin-the-wheel competition, this time from ClickMechanic, attendees will have chance to win branded goodies like pens, key rings, and T-shirts, along with entry into a grand prize draw for a £150 Amazon voucher.
From Hella, participants can spin to win one of six macsRemote units worth £845 each, while Stanley Black and Decker is hosting a Take on the Wheel Change Challenge, racing against the clock for the fastest time over the two days of the UK Garage and Bodyshop Event to win a DEWALT IMPACT WRENCH KIT worth over £500.
High speed offerings
Entering a prize draw from Comma could win lucky UK Garage and Bodyshop Event visitors a PalmerSports day for 12 people, featuring an exhilarating track experience at Bedford Autodrome circuit, and there’s the chance to participate in the Core Remote Challenge to win an Apple Watch worth over £400 or a Comma coffee machine.
Mann + Hummel invites customers and attendees to dive into the £10,000 Lucky Dip prize pit to win a mystery prize ranging from kettles and Bluetooth speakers to beanies and mugs.
Niterra (UK) Ltd is livening up the proceedings asking potential challengers to test their skills in ‘Stop the Clock’ for a chance to win a seat on a ride-along rally drive on M-Sport’s Passenger Ride Day.
Pro-Tech MOT & Automotive Academy offers UK Garage and Bodyshop Event attendees two exciting opportunities at its stand: participate in a Selfie Photo Competition by liking, sharing, and tagging Pro-Tech in a photo for a chance to win either an IMI Level 3 Award in EV/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement or an AOM230 ADAS Calibration Accreditation.
Additionally, dive into the Hazardous Waste Pond to rescue a Pro-Tech Duck and win various prizes, while exhibitors can join in a timed challenge for a chance to win a special prize.
Dropping a business card on the Top Gear stand at the UK Garage and Bodyshop Event could win visitors a free eBike worth £650 and Topdon’s In the Bowl competition could win them cutting-edge diagnostic tools.
Against the clock
Automotive Training Solutions is offering a chance to win a weekend break for two each day by answering the most questions in 60 seconds, while Book My Garage invites visitors to try their strength at the High Striker Competition, where they can win a trip for two to Portugal or a Silverstone Formula Single Seater Experience.
At Garage Hive, entering its competition could win participants a variety of prizes, including two pairs of full-day tickets to Blend 2024, worth £300 each.
Maverick Diagnostics offers a special pre-show registration competition, giving customers a chance to win a Full Mongoose Bundle (worth £1995 ex VAT) and a CF-D1 to complete the bundle.
Finally, the first 15 visitors to TUNAP (UK) Ltd’s stand at the UK Garage and Bodyshop Event will receive a new TUNAP bobble hat, along with free goody bags distributed throughout the event, and participants can join the Ballnado Grabber Game, where stepping into a large cylinder with coloured balls and a giant fan for 30 seconds could win prizes for the top three participants each day.
Alex Jones, marketing director at Messe Frankfurt, organisers of UK Garage and Bodyshop Event, said: “Once again, exhibitors have pulled it out of the bag to offer the aftermarket first dibs on a vast array of exclusive giveaways and competitions. From exciting prizes to engaging challenges, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at this year’s event.”
Visitors can register for a free ticket here – there are limited complimentary tickets remaining for the event, which is set to return for its second edition at the NEC in Birmingham on 5 and 6 June 2024.
