Top technicians steal the spotlight at Automechanika Dubai 2024’s PitStop Challenge competition

Dubai, UAE: Automechanika Dubai 2024 ended on a high note today with the grand finale of the PitStop Challenge. Designed to spotlight the best in automotive repair and maintenance, the competition brought together technicians from across the industry to showcase their expertise under intense pressure.

Automechanika Dubai 2024 is the largest event for the automotive aftermarket industry in the wider Middle East region, bringing together 2,228 global exhibitors from more than 62 countries to showcase innovation, foster connections, and drive the future of mobility.

The adrenaline-fueled PitStop Challenge saw auto refitters, body repair specialists, and collision repair technicians go head-to-head in the Know Your Tire competition, where they were tasked with demonstrating their knowledge, expertise, agility, and precision, highlighting their technical skills in a fast-paced environment.

Outperforming the competition, Rohith Punathil from Royal Swiss Auto claimed first place, showcasing unique technical expertise. The first and second runner up spots were secured by Randy Bilaos from Dubai Government Workshop and Christian San Jose from Al-Futtaim, respectively, who demonstrated exceptional focus and speed.

Mahmut Gazi Bilikozen, Portfolio Director at Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said: “It is always a privilege to witness the energy and talent that these challenges bring to Automechanika Dubai. This year's challenge epitomised the event’s spirit—celebrating expertise, innovation, and passion within the automotive industry. Congratulations to all our winners. This marks the conclusion of yet another successful edition of Automechanika Dubai, and we look forward to welcoming the industry back next year for more innovation, collaboration, and excitement."

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