Autoweek Announces Inaugural Readers' Choice Award Winners
Showcasing top DIY and aftermarket products as selected by Autoweek readers
DETROIT, April 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Autoweek magazine announced the results of its inaugural Readers' Choice survey. Readers were asked to name their favorite products and retailers across 24 different DIY and aftermarket categories. The brands receiving the most votes earned the Autoweek Readers' Choice Top Pick accolade, while the immediate runners up were named Readers' Choice Honorees.
"For over 60 years, Autoweek readers have demonstrated great passion for all things automotive—from new cars to motorsports to the DIY projects in their garages. We know we have car culture's most knowledgeable readers, and we're thrilled to recognize the brands that help feed their enthusiasm," said Rory Carroll, publisher of Autoweek.
2019 Autoweek Readers' Choice Selections
CATEGORY | TOP PICK | HONOREE |
Hand Tools | Craftsman Tools | Snap-On |
Auto Parts Retailer | NAPA Auto Parts | AutoZone |
Online Auto Parts Retailer | RockAuto | Ebay |
Batteries | Interstate Batteries | Optima Batteries |
Oils and Lubricants | Mobil 1 | Castrol |
Windshield Wipers | Bosch | Rain-X |
Car Wax | Meguiar's | Mothers |
Oil Filters | Fram | K&N |
Air Filters | K&N | Fram |
Vinyl/Leather Care | Meguiar's | Lexol |
Fuel Additives | Chevron Techron | Lucas Oil |
Spark Plugs | Bosch | NGK |
Radar Detector | Escort | Valentine Research |
Dash Cam | GoPro | Garmin |
Auto Insurance | State Farm | Other* |
Collector Car Insurance | Hagerty | Grundy |
Tires | Michelin | Pirelli |
Specialty Tires | Coker Tire | Hoosier Racing Tire |
Driver Education | Skip Barber Racing School | Porsche Driving Experience |
Garage Enhancement | Baldhead Cabinets | Snaplock Racedeck |
Tool Retailer | Lowe's Home Improvement | Home Depot |
Air Compressors | Ingersoll Rand | Craftsman Tools |
Power Tools/Air Tools | DeWalt | Ingersoll Rand |
Fuel Retailer | Shell | Sunoco |
*In addition to the brands curated by our editors for the survey, readers could select "Other" and write in an alternate choice
Moving forward, the Readers' Choice survey will be the cornerstone of the annual Autoweek DIY Issue, which is distributed to subscribers each spring. The results will also be featured at autoweek.com.
About Autoweek
Autoweek Media Group delivers world-class content to automotive enthusiasts and industry influencers across multiple platforms including print, digital, video content, on-site events, exclusive experiences and interviews, vehicle walk-arounds and more. Our leadership team of experts shares perspective, insight, news and data, guiding core enthusiasts - and those who seek this wisdom - in their automotive quests.
Autoweek magazine is the nation's only fortnightly automotive enthusiast title which has critiqued new vehicles, reported the latest news and trends, and covered racing for over 56 years. At autoweek.com, breaking news and fresh content is delivered 24/7 in a distinctive format, across all devices, to a though-leading consumer.
Autoweek Media Group is owned by Crain Communications Inc., publisher of leading industry trade publications Advertising Age and Automotive News, among others, and is based in Detroit, Michigan.
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