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Import Product and Marketing Awards

 

2024 Award Submissions Closed

Please check back in May 2025 for more information about the 2025 awards program.

 

The Import Product and Marketing Awards recognizes innovative products and marketing programs designed to serve the import aftermarket.

The program features various categories and is an opportunity for all AAPEX exhibitors to gain visibility and recognition of product and marketing concepts for import nameplate vehicles.


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 Recognition of Award Winners

  • Showcased at the Import Product awards ceremony during AAPEX
  • Exposure and coverage in industry press releases, AAPEX Express and during the Fabulous Networking Reception
  • Featured in award winners' video played during the Import Vehicle Community Luncheon
  • Highlighted in industry publications and on the Auto Care Association's website

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All AAPEX exhibitors are invited to submit their products for consideration in the Import Product and Marketing Awards Program showcases. Entries must be designed to fit import nameplate vehicles or electric vehicles, including parts manufactured both domestically and internationally.

The same product may be entered into multiple categories. Multiple products (from the same company) may be entered into the same category.


5 or more entries Import Vehicle Community sponsor fee Import Vehicle Community member fee Standard entry fee Late entry fee: Oct. 25 - Oct. 30

entry fee for 5 or more entries

Early-Bird (by Aug. 31): $175

Standard (after Aug. 31): $200

Our 2024 Award Winners

Best Overall Aftermarket Product or Product Line for Import Vehicles
Akebono Ultra Premium EURO Brake Pads

Akebono Brake Corporation
Akebono Ultra Premium EURO Brake Pads
Part Number EUR1867

Best New Product or Product Line for Import Vehicles
ROWE Motor Oil ROWE SUNSPEED

ROWE Motor Oil
ROWE SUNSPEED, 100% biosynthetic base, no mineral oils

Best Functional Fluid for Import Vehicles
febi bilstein - 3.5 Liter AdBlue Bottle

Ferdinand Bilstein GmbH + Co. KG (febi bilstein)
AdBlue® - 3.5L Bottle
Part Number 171331

Best Repair Solution or Tool for Import Vehicles
CRP Automotive Rein Transfer Case Overhaul Kit

CRP Automotive
Rein Transfer Case Overhaul Kit
(Part No. RVK0004)

Best Problem-Solver for Import Vehicles
Standard Motor Products Blue Streak VVT Solenoid

Standard Motor Products
Blue Streak® Upper Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Kit for Honda 3.5L

Best Packaging of a Product or Product Line for Import Vehicles
ADVICS Ultra-Premium Brake

ADVICS North America, Inc. Distributed by AISIN Aftermarket
ADVICS Ultra-Premium Brake Fluid

Best Merchandising, Advertising or Electronic Media Campaign of a Product or Product Line for Import Vehicles

Sidem Car Movie

Sidem nv
Sidem Car Movie

Best Product Lookup for Import Vehicles
KYB Parts Catalog App

KYB Americas Corporation
KYB Parts Catalog App

Best Training Initiative or Program for Import Vehicles

Nissens Experts

Nissens North America
Nissens Experts

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"For over two decades, our clients have benefited from participating in the Import Product and Marketing Awards, gaining increased recognition and attention from customers and prospects. By entering the awards program, companies demonstrate their commitment to the product, benefiting both the company and its distribution partners.

Additionally, it serves as a well-deserved acknowledgment for the engineers, product managers, and marketing and sales team members who have contributed to the product's success."

-Sue Spencer, Media Manager, Barolin + Spencer Marketing Communications

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 Angela Chiang
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