Bright future… Panel Technician Nathan Webber, of Fix Auto Mid Devon, who was one of the 30 Under 30 Rising Stars recipients during the 35th Annual Bodyshop Magazine Awards last night.
Fix Auto UK has secured its Presenting Partner status for both the 2023/2024 Arenacross British Championship and the all-new Arenacross Festival.
The debut Arenacross Festival – or AX Fest as it is known – takes place at the spectacular Bolesworth Castle in Cheshire later this month (15-17 September) as the first round of the new Arenacross season, with full dates for upcoming British Championship set to be announced soon.
AX Fest takes the established and hugely popular Arenacross experience outdoors to the Cheshire countryside and mixes in the high-octane world of motocross racing and daring stunt performances with a true festival vibe with live music from Sister Bliss of famed dance act Faithless and Rick Parfitt Jnr along with weekend camping, off-road riding experiences, BMX and trials shows, a huge fairground and various family-themed entertainment.
The agreement marks the sixth time Fix Auto UK has supported the Arenacross Series.
Ian Pugh, Managing Director of Fix Auto UK, said “The Arenacross Festival offers a huge opportunity for our brand and network. Along with the Arenacross Tour, it’s great to partner with an organisation that keeps innovating and attracting thousands of fans to their events. As the summer comes to a close, I’m excited to see the action unfold all under the stunning backdrop that is Bolesworth Castle.
“Our long-standing partnership with Arenacross has proven hugely successful as part of our mission to raise our brand’s awareness within a relevant audience. We are delighted to once again be along for the ride, it certainly won’t be one to be missed.”
Matt Bates, Managing Director of Bolesworth Events and Arenacross Promoter, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Fix Auto UK back as our presenting partner for both AX Fest and the 2023/2024 Arenacross British Championship. They are one of our most loyal and enduring partners and it’s safe to say we wouldn’t be able to deliver Arenacross without them.
“From their early years as hospitality clients to our Presenting Partner, it’s fantastic to see a market-leading brand use the sport of motocross to showcase and develop their image and exposure; we’re hugely thankful for their ongoing support with both the British Championship and our brand-new festival.”
Tickets for AX Fest are on-sale now! For all information and tickets, visit www.bolesworth.com/axfest
- Round 1: 15 – 17 September 2023 | AX Fest, Bolesworth Castle, Cheshire
- Round 2: 6 January 2024 | AO Arena, Manchester
- Round 3 & 4: 19 & 20 January 2024 | SSE Arena, Belfast
- Round 5 & 6: 26 & 27 January 2024 | P&J Live Arena, Aberdeen
- Round 7: 3 February 2024 | Resorts World Arena, Birmingham
- Round 8: 24 February 2024 | OVO Arena Wembley, London
Ranjit Gill, owner of Fix Auto Slough and Fix Auto Uxbridge, collected the VDA of the Year Award on behalf of his VDA Joe Heritage who could not be there on the night as he’s convalescing following a recent car accident.
Notes to Editors:
- Fix Auto UK is part of a global franchised network of more than 780 bodyshops.
- Fix Auto UK carries out more than 150,000 body repairs per year for leading motor insurance companies, fleets, and retail customers.
- Fix Auto UK, Lyndale House, Harcourt Way, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1WL. Tel: 0116 3265401.
- Fix Auto UK’s Portfolio of wholly owned repair centres comprises Fix Auto Daventry, Fix Auto Colwyn Bay, Fix Auto Barnsley, Fix Auto Crawley, Fix Auto Paignton, Fix Auto Liverpool South, Fix Auto Castleford, Fix Auto Newport and Fix Auto Henley-on-Thames. The Network also holds a majority share in Fix Auto Goole and Fix Auto Cheltenham.
ABOUT FIX AUTO
Fix Auto Collision is part of the Fix Network which is Canada’s largest automotive aftermarket services provider. Celebrating more than 30 years of excellence, each Fix Auto Collision centre is owned and operated locally offering hassle-free care and services that return vehicles to their pre-collision luster and performance. With more than 285 locations in Canada and 675 points of service worldwide, Fix Auto Collision is the premier global body shop network. For more information, visit www.fixauto.com.
ABOUT FIX NETWORK
Fix Network is a global leader in the automotive aftermarket services sector, consisting of Fix Auto Collision, Fix Auto Service, NOVUS Glass, ProColor Collision, Speedy Auto Service, Speedy Glass USA and SRP brands. Our locally owned and operated collision, glass and mechanical repair facilities offer hassle-free vehicle care and services. Our company and our network continue to grow nationally and globally, thanks to a solid foundation based on entrepreneurship and innovation. With more than 2,000 points of service around the world, Fix Network is the premier global automotive aftermarket services solution. In the United States, Mondofix Inc. has granted an exclusive license to 79411 USA LLC to the Fix Auto Collision brand. For more information, visit www.fixnetwork.com.
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