The MTA NSW Automotive Excellence Awards 2026 nominations are now open!
Are you a My Trade Start trainer that has been impressed by an apprentice or trainee excelling in their program?
They may be eligible for the My Trade Start Apprentice / Trainee of the Year Award.
Alternatively, do you know of a business, with exceptional and innovative service, who deserve recognition?
The MTA Awards Night is an excellent opportunity to celebrate and shine a spotlight on those who are shaping our industry.
Nominations are now open for MTA NSW member businesses and apprentices/trainees for the following Award Categories.
Training Awards
- My Trade Start Apprentice / Trainee of the Year
Automotive Electrical
Applicable Qualification: Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
Body Repair and Refinishing
Applicable Qualifications: Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology and/or Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology
Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical
Applicable Qualification: Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Technology
Light Vehicle Mechanical
Applicable Qualification: Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
- Overall Automotive Training Awards (Judging Panel Nominated)
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- MTA NSW Outstanding Apprentice / Trainee of the Year
- My Trade Start Outstanding Apprentice / Trainee of the Year
- Women in Automotive Apprentice / Trainee of the Year
These Automotive Training Awards are not open for entries but will be presented at the awards ceremony.
Automotive Business Awards
- NSW Metropolitan Category
- NSW Regional Category
- Specialist Automotive Business (Judging Panel Nominated)
Don’t miss the chance to recognise the best of our industry for this prestigious awards night – nominations close 28th of November 2025.
Key Dates
- 1 October 2025 – Nominations Open
- 28 November 2025 – Nominations Close
- 1 - 5 December 2025 – Judging
- 10 December 2025 – Finalists Announced
- 28 February 2026 – Winners announced at the Automotive Excellence Awards 2026
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The MTA NSW Automotive Excellence Awards 2026 celebrate the best in the industry; from rising apprentices to leading businesses.
We’re bringing together industry leaders, change-makers and rising stars under one roof for an evening of live entertainment, exceptional dining, and of course, well-earned recognition for those who are shaping the future of the automotive industry.
The full list of Award Categories can be found here www.mtaautomotiveawards.com.au
