June 2019

NEWS Morris Lubricants brand ambassador, television personality and mechanic Guy Martin will open the Automechanika Birmingham Big Garage Event on Tuesday 4 June. Guy Martin will also will play a big part in Morris Lubricants’ presentation at this year’s show. Taking time out from his busy schedule, Guy will be present on the Morris Lubricants stand (Stand K110) throughout the day on 4 June, and will also be taking part in a live Q&A session with the company’s renowned expert on all things lubricating, Adrian Hill, from 13.45 to 14.15. This will be the perfect opportunity to find out more about Guy and his work with Morris Lubricants. Morris Lubricants has a special appeal for Guy, as a British-based independent manufacturer of oils and lubricants, the company seems a natural fit for the personality. “I like the fact they’re British, have a range of everything you could need and are good honest folk,” he said. In his role as a brand ambassador, Guy has spent time at Morris Lubricants’ facilities in Shrewsbury, where the company produces its multitude of products beneath its landmark clock tower. “Originally, I just thought it was a few blokes in a shed in Shrewsbury, but to come here and see what goes into the blending and testing the oils is amazing,” he mentioned during his tour last year. “I’d underestimated the whole Morris operation, but it’s now an honour to be part of it.” The appreciation flows both ways in the partnership. “Having Guy as an ambassador for the company is great as he is not only a highly skilled engineer, but he also has good knowledge and experience using the products,” said Morris Lubricants Marketing Executive Andrew Simms. “He is also a thoroughly honest bloke, who says it as he sees it.” Guy can often be seen promoting the company’s extensive range of automotive products for the motorcycle, car and truck markets. The Shrewsbury based company is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year, and its stand at Automechanika Birmingham will reflect this, while also looking to the future. Morris Lubricants will be showcasing its latest technology automotive lubricants, including the Multivis engine oil range, while also inviting visitors to take a step into augmented reality and journey through an engine with the Morris AR app. Morris Lubricants can be found on Stand K110 at Automechanika Birmingham. 4 AFTERMARKET JUNE 2019 www.aftermarketonline.net Automechanika Birmingham: Guy Martin to open Big Garage Event The finalists for Top Technician 2019 have been announced: n Dean Andrew: DNA Vehicle Services, Bodmin n Adam Critchley: AC Autotech, Birkenhead n Neil Currie: Robertson Gemini, Dumfries & Galloway n Declan Robinson: Philips Volkswagen, Lisburn n Dave Weston: Snows Kia, Guildford They will be competing in the in the final on Saturday 22 June at the RMI Academy of Skills in Southam. Best of luck to all, and thanks to everyone else who took part over the last few months. Following the Top Technician and Top Garage 2019 finals, the Top Technician and Top Garage Awards Dinner 2019 is being held at the Jurys Inn Milton Keynes in the evening of 22 June. The awards portion of the event will be hosted by TV presenter and journalist Helen Fospero. Top Technician 2019 and Top Garage 2019 are sponsored by Snap-on, TRICO and Euro Car Parts. They come to you in association with ABC Awards, Auto iQ, the Garage Equipment Association (GEA), the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF), and the Independent Garage Association (IGA). Top Technician and Top Garage Awards Dinner 2019 Pre- Dinner Drinks Reception Sponsor: TechMan. For more information turn to page 28 . To book your ticket or table for your company visit: www.toptechnicianonline.co.uk Top Technician 2019: Finalists named