WIX Filters, in partnership with Babcox Media, awarded three automotive excellence awards recognizing game changers in automotive service at the AWDA conference in early November. The winners are: 

School of the Year – Ranken Technical College is the ninth recipient of the annual program to find and name the best technical training school in the country. Based in St. Louis, Ranken Technical also received a surprise ceremony for students and faculty.

WIX Driving Performance – Integrity Auto Care and Repair in South Beloit, Illinois is the third annual WIX Driving Performance Award winner. Owner Leon Anderson was cited for creating a “dealership mentality” designed to make customers feel as comfortable as possible.

Counter Professional of the Year – Oscar Manzo of O’Reilly Auto Parts in Livermore, California, is the 2016 Counter Professional of the Year. An installer service specialist, Manzo is an automotive aftermarket parts professional and ambassador for the aftermarket industry.

“Our national award programs are designed to support excellence at every level of the automotive aftermarket industry,” said Jennifer Gibson, brand manager for WIX Filters. “This year’s programs offered excellent opportunities for technical schools, counter professionals and service shops to demonstrate excellence in their respective areas of the industry.”