Driving Excellence: NRF’s new tech van supports NAPA’s network of technicians

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22 Apr 2025

Category: AAG News, Articles, Community News, Company News, Industry News

NAPA Auto Parts UK and Ireland recently partnered with NRF to conduct a successful tour across Scotland, providing expert technical support, hands-on training, and advice to NAPA Auto Parts customers. 

The NRF Tech Van serves as a mobile platform designed to assist technicians throughout the UK and Ireland. It offers problem-solving assistance and practical training to help develop their knowledge of current and emerging vehicle technologies, including electric vehicles (EVs). The van is equipped with NRF products and testing equipment, allowing technical specialists to share their expertise and provide hands-on support to NAPA Auto Parts customers. 

To further enhance the partnership between NRF and NAPA Auto Parts UK and Ireland, NRF UK invited members of the NAPA Auto Parts team to participate in a “Name the Van” competition. The winning entry would have the opportunity to name the van and receive a £250 Amazon voucher as a prize. 

After careful consideration, the winning name was selected: ‘Air Con One’ which was submitted independently by two NAPA Auto Parts staff members, Shane Keen and Charlton Lockey, and as a result, the prize was shared between both winners and the selected name will now proudly adorn NRF’s upgraded tech van as it travels across the UK and Ireland. 

This competition not only celebrated the partnership between NRF and NAPA Auto Parts UK and Ireland but also highlighted their shared goal of advancing the automotive industry. Together, they are committed to ensuring that technicians in the region have the necessary tools, training, and support to confidently address industry challenges.