2.2.26 – AASP/NJ’s 49th Annual NORTHEAST® 2026 Automotive Service Show is less than 50 days away!
The largest automotive show of its kind on the East Coast is set for March 20-22 at the Meadowlands Exposition Center (MEC) in Secaucus, NJ. AASP/NJ’s flagship show is well known to collision and mechanical repair professionals across the country for many things – premier educational opportunities, live equipment demonstrations and endless networking, but it’s also a great opportunity for AASP/NJ to show its support and inspiration to the next generation of automotive repair professionals via its Sixth Annual Young Technician of the Year Award ceremony, which will be presented at the show.
Thanks to a generous donation from Spark Underwriters and World Insurance Associates, AASP/NJ will grant two up-and-coming technicians employed at a shop or studying at a technical high school in New Jersey with $2,500 each in tools and equipment to help them build their toolkit toward a successful career in collision – or, for the first time this year! – mechanical repair.
“Pursuing a career in this industry can be challenging, so the association does whatever we can to help young people develop their path,” states AASP/NJ President Ken Miller. “It can be expensive to get started so awarding them supplies and tools can give them a headstart to a bright future. AASP/NJ is incredibly grateful to Spark Underwriters and World Insurance Associates for their generous contribution which allows us to continue our mission of support for young technicians and students in New Jersey. We are so excited to continue this worthwhile tradition at NORTHEAST for the sixth consecutive year.”
The award ceremony is set for the afternoon of Saturday, March 21, the biggest day for the NORTHEAST show, and is always noted as a highlight for attendants. In addition to the award ceremonies and recognitions, attendees can enjoy more than 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest and greatest tools and equipment, a national-level educational experience, exciting giveaways and competitions, engaging panels of industry experts discussing and debating the hottest topics and countless networking opportunities.
In addition to the show’s events, NORTHEAST is located right in the Meadowlands which not only hosts attractions like the American Dream Mall, MetLife Stadium, and Medieval Times but is also just 30 minutes from New York City and its lively food, nightlife and entertainment opportunities. There is so much to do at NORTHEAST 2026 – make sure to make your plans to attend today!
Visit bit.ly/NE26TechAward to nominate your rising star tech or student! Submissions must be received by midnight on March 9.
To learn more about NORTHEAST 2026, register for a FREE attendee badge and get the full schedule, visit aaspnjnortheast.com.
For more information on AASP/NJ, visit aaspnj.org.
