THE second annual 2020 Motor Mech show, hosted by the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA) will be held at Newton Technical High School in Port Elizabeth on Saturday, February 22.
The action-packed line-up includes a classic cars display and a showdown between the top mechanics in the area.
During the day there will be various car and motor bike displays, kids activities and food and drink stalls.
There will furthermore be various displays: MIWA workshops, spare shops, spare manufacturers, colleges, motor health and other motor-related industries.
According to event co-ordinator, Bridget Finn from Finn Auto Repairs, the show will have a mechanic competition in the morning for the technical high schools and, in the afternoon, a motor mechanic competition for MIWA workshops.
“We will have the same activities and displays as last year, but we are confident it will be on a bigger scale,” said Finn.
According to Peter van Mosseveld, a representative of MIWA in the Eastern Cape, they want to change perceptions and raise awareness about the motor industry.
“We want primary school learners to know there is a career in motor mechanics, and which schools are available for this career.
“For those in high school, we would like to educate them on what the industry is all about and the options in terms of colleges and workshops that are available.
We are passionate about this industry, from training to quality parts, as well as graded workshops and working together to improve skills levels and customer experiences.”
The gates open at 09:00, with the event coming to an end at 15:00.
Proceeds from the event will go to the Newton Technical High School to help develop much-needed skills.
For more information, contact either Peter van Mosseveld at 064 109 6426 or send an email to info@motormechshow.co.za.
Alternatively, contact Bridget Finn at 071 349 3535 or send an email to admin@motormech-show.co.za.
