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Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards 2026

Celebrating Northern Ireland’s exceptional motoring businesses and professionals.


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Finalists will be Announced
4th September

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The 2025 Awards Gala

SHINING A LIGHT ON THE EXCELLENCE OF NORTHERN IRELAND’S MOTOR PROFESSIONALS AND BUSINESSES.

Now in it’s fourth year, the Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards recognises and celebrates our industry’s leading motoring businesses and professionals. We are delighted this prestigious awards event will make a triumphant return to recognise the outstanding contribution made by retailers and industry professionals.

In partnership with Used Cars NI, the award winners will be announced at a prestigious gala black-tie event on Friday 6th November 2026.

Our People

Northern Ireland has more than 650 new and used vehicle retailers – both independent and franchise.

Our Numbers

Northern Ireland sells more new cars per capita than any other region of the UK.

Award Categories23

Apply and position your company or yourself among the best in the industry. Showcase the impact of your work while you raise your profile and acknowledge the contribution of your team.

The awards offer the opportunity to build your team, and to say thank you to your clients. Consider which of the 22 categories is most relevant to you.

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Apprentice

Recognising Outstanding Talent

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Rising Star

Recognising Outstanding Young Talent

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Automotive Technician

Recognising Outstanding Talent

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Inspirational Female

Recognising the role played by an inspirational female in the local automotive industry.

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After Sales Team

Celebrating After Sales success

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Sales Team

Could you be the Sales Team of the Year?

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After Sales Manager

Is your focus on After Sales?

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Sales Manager

Are you a highly successful Sales Manager?

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Dealer Principal/General Manager

The role of a dealer or general manager in achieving the goals of an automotive business

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Employer Excellence

Have you set a precedent for recruitment and retention?

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Community Campaign

Recognising contribution to your local community

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Marketing Campaign

What’s your Best Marketing Campaign?

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Customer Service (Franchised Dealer)

How do you rate your customer service?

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Customer Service (Independent Dealer)

How do you rate your customer service?

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Leasing Company

Do you offer an outstanding leasing service?

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EV Dealer

Shining a light on Northern Ireland’s EV Dealers

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Used Vehicle Dealer

The excellence of Used Vehicle Dealers

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Small Independent Dealer (25 vehicles or fewer)

Celebrating automotive retail excellence

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Medium Independent Dealer (50 Vehicles or fewer)

Celebrating automotive retail excellence

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Large Independent Dealer (more than 50 Vehicles)

Celebrating automotive retail excellence

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Franchised Dealer

Celebrating Franchice Vehicle Dealers

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Lifetime Achievement

Recognising a longstanding commitment to the industry.

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Dealer Group

A dealer group with two or more sites.

Event Sponsors14

The Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards has been made possible only with the support of our remarkable sponsors. From our lead partner Used Cars NI to our category sponsors, we are thrilled to collaborate with motoring pioneers and the brands who have helped shape the modern Northern Ireland Motor Industry landscape.

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