The BIG Awards 2025: A Record-Breaking Night of Celebration for the Independent Garage Sector

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is proud to announce that the 2025 British Independent Garage of the Year Awards (BIG Awards) was the most spectacular event in its history.

Held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on Friday 12 September, the BIG Awards welcomed over 500 attendees, the largest audience to date, making it the biggest night yet for the independent garage community.

With comedian and impressionist Jon Culshaw as host, the evening was filled with energy, humour, and inspiration, setting the perfect stage to recognise the very best in the industry. Key stakeholders, leading suppliers, and industry decision-makers were all in attendance, creating a truly unparalleled night of networking, recognition, and celebration.

Stuart James, CEO of the Independent Garage Association, said: “This year’s BIG Awards has been our most successful event to date, a sold-out room of over 500 people, a showcase of incredible talent, and a powerful reminder of the strength and unity within our sector. The winners and finalists are raising the bar for excellence and the announcements we shared tonight underline our dedication to building an even brighter future for independent garages across the UK. It was a truly unforgettable evening.”

The BIG Awards 2025 shone a spotlight on businesses and individuals who are leading the way in innovation, customer service, technical skill and community impact. With the support of sponsors including the DVSA, who backed the Consumer Choice Award, the event reinforced the industry’s vital role in maintaining road safety and customer trust.

A huge thank you goes to everyone who made the evening possible, the independent garages and professionals whose hard work inspires this celebration, the sponsors whose backing helps us showcase excellence, and the attendees who came together to make it such a memorable night.

With a packed room, momentous announcements and a celebration of outstanding winners, the BIG Awards 2025 was nothing short of extraordinary, firmly cementing its place as the flagship event in the independent garage calendar.

Click here to see the full list of this year’s outstanding winners IGA | Meet the BIG Awards 2025 Winners | IGA