On Your Marks

Whether you’re an independent dealer or a leasing company, whether you’ve created a standout marketing campaign or would like to recognise outstanding up and coming talent, we have a category to suit. Entering is an easy four-step process.

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Select Category

Choose one or more category, read the description, essential criteria, terms and conditions and submission advice to ensure your entry is relevant and competitive.

Click and register

Click 'Start Entry' at the bottom of a category page to access the awards entry portal. Register to create an account for entry tracking and communication with the events team.

Create Your Entry

Prepare your submission based on the category criteria. Include any supporting documentation and your company logo.

Save and Submit

Save your entry as you go. Then, when your copy and required documents have been added, hit submit!. You'll received an email confirmation and, later down the line, further updates on next steps.

Award Categories24

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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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Best Employer Excellence

Have you set a precedent for recruitment and retention?

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Best Community Campaign (Franchised Dealer)

Recognising contribution to your local community

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Best Community Campaign (Independent Dealer)

Recognising contribution to your local community

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Best Marketing Campaign (Franchised Dealer)

What’s your Best Marketing Campaign?

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Best Marketing Campaign (Independent Dealer)

What’s your Best Marketing Campaign?

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Best Customer Service (Franchised Dealer)

Do you rate your company’s customer service?

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Best Customer Service (Independent Dealer)

Do you rate your company’s customer service?

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Best Leasing Operation

The Formula helps businesses attract and retain their talent pool and stand out against their competitors by offering a range of innovative and specialist employer marketing solutions.

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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)

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Large Independent Dealer (more than 50 Vehicles)

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Franchised Dealer

Celebrating Franchice Vehicle Dealers

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Dealer Group

A dealer group with two or more sites.

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